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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates, here (also FREE!).
This weekend’s highlights include:
- FREE & Discounted Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo
- FREE Admission to 3 Great Fort Worth Museums
- FREE Finding Nemo Children’s Movie
- FREE Fort Worth Guitar Guild Concert
- FREE Williams-Sonoma Cooking Technique Class
- FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
- FREE Boat Show, Seminars & Family Activities
:: Take in some traditional Western fun at the legendary
2011 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo
Now through February 5, 2011
Kick up your heels and enjoy acres of excitement and western
heritage at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Events include
rodeo action (extra ticket required), free musical entertainment, petting zoo, family friendly exhibits, premier livestock shows, and more.
There are lots of special activities to enjoy and the schedule of events is
fresh each day. And, if you plan ahead you can attend for 50% OFF or
even FREE (go here to learn how)!
Details, details
What: The 2011 Stock Show and Rodeo schedule of events changes daily.
• To get the schedule of daily events, click here.
• For the schedule of special activities, click here.
• To see the musical entertainment schedule, click here.
When: Now through February 5, 2011
Where: 3400 Burnett-Tandy Dr. Go here for driving directions.
How: A Special Park & Ride shuttle will be available Saturdays and
Sundays during the Stock Show. It will take you directly to the front
gate, pick you up, and return you to your vehicle parking lot for only
$1.00 each way. To find out more, click here.
Cost: For opportunities to attend the Stock Show for FREE or Half Price,
click here. Otherwise, General Admission is:
Adults ~$10, Children 6 – 16 ~ $5, Children 5 & Under ~ FREE
::
:: FREE Admission to 3 Great Fort Worth Museums
Now through February 5, 2011
New this year with your Stock Show grounds admission ticket: get FREE
admission until February 5th to The Fort Worth Museum of Science and
History, the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame or the Cattle
Raisers Museum. For adults, that’s a savings of $24 if you visit all 3!
Details, details
What: Learn more about the new “Moo-seum” program, here.
When: Now through February 5, 2011
Where: Learn about the Fort Worth Museum of Science, here.
Go here to learn about the Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
and click here to get info about the Cattle Raisers Museum.
Cost: FREE, with Stock Show & Rodeo Ticket Stub.
::
:: FREE Finding Nemo FREE Children’s Movie & Game Event
Saturday, January 22
Join the Fort Worth Central Library and other families for a free screening
of the film Finding Nemo on Saturday, January 22nd, and educational
Wii video game fun afterwards!
About the movie: When Nemo the clownfish defies his dad, he ends up being
captured and put in a fishbowl. To save Nemo, his dad Marlin joins up with
Dory, a well-meaning but scatter-brained friend. Together, they embark on
a journey that is both epic and entertaining. Voices by Albert Brooks, Ellen
DeGeneres and Geoffrey Rush. Rated G. 100 minutes.
Details, details
What: For more information, go here.
When: Saturday, January 22, 2011 ~ 2:00PM
Where: In the Discovery Theater of the Fort Worth Central Library.
You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
The parking garage and parking meters are FREE on weekends.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.
::
:: FREE Fort Worth Guitar Guild Concert
Sunday, January 23
Spend an afternoon listening to amazing classical guitar performed by
emerging talent from the Fort Worth Guitar Guild. Performers include
Eliza Balmuth, Taylor Bradford, Froylan Cepeda, Audrey Chumley,
Sean McCrarry, Isidrio Vasquez and Corey Zotz.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, January 23, 2011 ~ 2:30PM
Where: In the Tandy Lecture Hall of the Fort Worth Central Library.
You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
The parking garage and parking meters are FREE on weekends.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.
::
:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Learn Fresh & Fast Pasta Cooking Techniques!
In the last class of a 3 part series on Fresh and Fast Cooking, Williams-Sonoma
will highlight time-saving pasta recipes that incorporate fresh flavors and
produce, so you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your family.
All participants will receive a 10% OFF coupon to use in-store
as well!
Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.
Details, details
What: For more information, go here.
When: Sunday, January 23 ~ Note: 1 hour class times vary from
store to store, so be sure to call for exact times.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.
::
:: FREE How to Set up Your New Home Class ~ At Pottery Barn
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Get new ideas for setting up your home!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful
tips for decorating and setting up a home. This week’s class covers all the
basics of selecting furniture, choosing window treatments, bath products
and more ideas for your abode.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, January 23. Times vary by store, so be sure to call.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!
::
:: FREE Boat Show and Seminars at Bass Pro Shops
Saturday and Sunday, January 22-23
This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE
Boat Show. There are several FREE seminars offered, family activities
(build your own boat and race), FREE refreshments and more! Activities
vary by day (with most happening on the weekends).
Take a look at the full schedule of events here.
Details, details
What: For more details on activities and events, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, January 22-23.
For schedule of seminars and activities, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!
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