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This weekend’s highlights include:
- FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
- FREE National Day of the American Cowboy Event at the Fort Worth Stockyards
- FREE Killdares Outdoor Concert in Southlake
- FREE Star Gazing Party ~ Fort Worth Science & History Museum/Noble Planetarium
- FREE Lowe’s Woodworking Workshop for Kids
- FREE Cowtown Opry Performance
- FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, July 27, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)
Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor Day. If you want to add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform. They will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.
Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When: Every Friday through Labor Day
• 8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
• 9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage. Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort. Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend. There is a fee to park at the hotel for those who are not guests.
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:: FREE! National Day of the American Cowboy Family Fun Event
…Saturday, July 28, 2012
Mosey on down to the 5th Annual National Day of the American Cowboy celebration. This Fort Worth Stockyards event (FREE) has been named the “Best Event of its kind in the nation” by western lifestyle magazine, American Cowboy. Don’t miss out on a day dedicated to celebrating the cowboy with lots of fun for the whole family!
Details, details
What: For more information about Fort Worth Stockyards’ National Day Of The American Cowboy, click here.
When: Saddle up on Saturday, July 28 from 10am to 4pm
Where: Activities will take place along East Exchange Avenue in the Fort Worth Stockyards.
Cost: FREE!
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:: FREE Killdares Outdoor Concert ~ Southlake Town Square
… Saturday, July 28, 2012
Spend Saturday evening at Southlake Town Square’s Rustin Pavilion enjoying a fun show featuring favorite local band, The Killdares. Originally formed in 1996, The Killdares have come to be known as one of the hottest, cutting edge bands in music today – Celtic or otherwise. World-class musicians from all over the U.S., they have come together in Texas to create and perform a brand new version of hard-driving, alternative Celtic rock music. Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs for a fun evening with your family.
Details, Details
What: Learn more about the Arts Council music series here.
When: Saturday, July 28, 2012, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Where: Southlake Town Square – Rustin Pavilion
At Main St. and Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709)
Cost: FREE!
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:: FREE ~ Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
…Saturday, July 28, 2012
Join the Noble Planetarium staff for a FREE Star Gazing party Saturday night. You will find plenty of telescopes for viewing and lots of experts available to help you and your family navigate your way through the skies.
Details, details
What: For more info about Noble Planetarium’s Star Parties, click here.
When: Saturday, July 28 ~ begins at dusk (weather permitting) until 10:30PM
Where: In the parking lot, just south of the Science & History Museum at the corner of Montgomery and Harley. Click here for directions.
Cost: FREE
P.S. Noble Planetarium recommends a wonderful & FREE resource for star-gazing from the comfort of your backyard. If you would like a fun way to navigate the night sky, visit this link.
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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Kung Fu Panda Toy
…Saturday, July 28, 2012
This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to take home. All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have a kit for your little ones.
Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, July 28, 2012 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE
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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, July 29, 2012
Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.
Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, July 29, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!
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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Join Williams-Sonoma for a fun class on growing, cooking, and enjoying fresh summer fruit. They’ll teach you how to use these fruits to best advantage in everything from simple cobblers and salads to infused drinks and grilled fruit. They’ll discuss the basics of selecting and storing fruits and share some wonderful recipes to be savored throughout the rest of the summer.
Plus, if you attend this class, you can enjoy 10% OFF savings on same-day purchases from their stores.
Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: July 29, 2012 ~ Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.
Have a fabulous weekend!
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