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HOT Giveaway — $500 in Toys R US Gift Cards from AdPages.com

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Woo-hooo! We wanted to point our readers to a really great giveaway — AdPages.com is giving away $500 Worth of Gift Cards to Toys R Us! Just enter their  Merry Christmas Card Giveaway Contest (here) to have the chance to win one of two $250 gift cards to Toys R Us. There will be two winners between now and December 15th, and each will receive a $250 Gift card to Toys R Us.

If you would like a chance to win one of the gift cards, simply:

1. Go to the AdPages.com $250 Toys R Us Gift Card Contest Page link here.  This link takes you to the AdPages.com contest page on Facebook (you’ll need a Facebook account to take part in the contest).

2. Fill out and submit the contest entry form. You will be asked to provide your email address, zip code and market area (select “Dallas/Fort Worth” from the drop-down menu).  Be sure to click “Enter!” : )

Nitty Gritty Giveaway Info:   In keeping with our strict privacy policy, please know that this contest is being conducted and managed by AdPages.com.  Your email address will be collected and used by AdPages.com to let you know about their daily deals. If you prefer, you will have the option to remove yourself from the Adpages.com email list.  You can learn more about the AdPages.com contest rules here and learn about the AdPages.com privacy policy here.

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TODAY ONLY — 42% OFF Fort Worth Mayfest Tickets PLUS FREE Tickets for Military

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:: In celebration of the 42nd anniversary of the festival, Mayfest will offer festival tickets for 42% OFF today only (Friday, April 25)!  To get the discount, purchase tickets online at mayfest.org and use the Promo Code: 42YEARS at checkout. With the anniversary discount, adults tickets are $4.64 and children’s tickets are $2.90. The online ticket discounts are available until 11:55 p.m tonight.

:: Military receive FREE tickets to Mayfest!  As a token of their appreciation to current and former military service members, Mayfest and Lockheed Martin are pleased to announce Military Appreciation during Mayfest 2014. Patrons who present a military identification card at the ticket gate will receive free entry into the festival and an additional five (5) free tickets for accompanying family members each day of the festival.

:: Learn more about the 2014 Mayfest festival here.

Giveaway ENDS TODAY ~ Register To Win Fort Worth Mayfest Tickets!

Mayfest Logo 2014

Go here to register and learn more!

:: LAST DAY! Go here to register to win a family 6-pack of tickets to Mayfest One Frugal in Fort Worth reader will win 6 festival entrance tickets which can be used any festival day, May 1-4, 2014. Once inside the gates, you can enjoy 33 acres of free attractions including over 20 activities for children, the handcrafted art and gift market, carnival rides, live music, and more.  Performing arts entertainment can be seen and heard across the park as live bands and other groups perform on seven stages.  This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, April 25, 2014Learn more and register to win here.

 

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GIVEAWAY — Register To Win 6 Tickets to the 2014 Mayfest Festival in Fort Worth

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We are kicking off a GREAT giveaway today: register to win 6 tickets to the 42nd Anniversary Mayfest Festival, May 1-4!

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Register to win an exclusive family 6-pack of tickets to the 2014 Mayfest in Fort Worth!

One Frugal in Fort Worth reader will win 6 festival entrance tickets which can be used any festival day, May 1-4, 2014. Once inside the gates, you can enjoy 33 acres of free attractions including over 20 activities for children, handcrafted art and gift market, carnival rides, live music, and more.  Performing arts entertainment can be seen and heard across the park as live bands and other groups perform on seven stages.

:: Learn more about the 2014 Mayfest festival here.

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How to Enter to Win

To register to win tickets simply:

1. Subscribe to our blog via email (go here) ~ it’s FREE! If you’re already a subscriber, simply jump to step #2.

2. Fill out and submit the entry form below. (Note, if you have trouble seeing the entry form, go here.)

Register Me to Win!

Yes, I am already an email subscriber to Frugal in Fort Worth with the above email address, and I want to win the family 6-pack of tickets to the 2014 Mayfest Festival. ………………….
Yes, I am at least 18 years of age, as of April 25, 2014 and a legal resident of the United States.

Only one entry per day, per household please.

Come back and enter every day!

That’s it! Super simple right?!?!

Nitty-gritty Giveaway Info

This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, April 25, 2014.  One winner will be selected.  The winner will receive six (6) gate entrance tickets to the 2014 Mayfest Festival in Fort Worth.  The tickets are only valid for one day and can be used May 1-4 during normal festival hours.  The prize package has no cash value.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over. The winners will be chosen using Random.org to select the winning entry. The winner will be notified by email and will need to claim the prize by responding to the email notification within 24 hours.  If the prize is not claimed within 24 hours another winner will be selected.

Thank you to the great folks at MayFest
who have sponsored this giveaway!

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GIVEAWAY: Register To Win 4 Reserved Tickets to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

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In honor of today’s opening of the 2014 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, we are kicking off a GREAT giveaway ~ 4 reserved tickets to the rodeo (a $76 ticket value)! 

Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo 2014 Ticket Giveaway

Win 4 Tickets To The Rodeo!

Register to win an exclusive family 4-pack of tickets to the 2014 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo!  The winner will receive 4 tickets to the Tuesday, January 28th, 7:30pm rodeo which also includes all day Stock Show grounds admission, premier livestock shows, musical entertainment, petting zoo, family friendly exhibits, and lots more.

Prize Details for Giveaway

One Frugal in Fort Worth reader will win a family 4-pack of tickets which includes:

  • 4 Reserved Seating Rodeo tickets for the Tuesday,
    January 28th, 7:30pm rodeo performance (a $76 ticket value)
  • Same day Stock Show grounds admission (all day)
  • FREE admission to The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame or the Cattle Raisers Museum through February 8th (must present rodeo tickets to museum ticket office).

Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Free and Half Off Tickets

How to Enter to Win

To register to win tickets simply:

1. Subscribe to our blog via email (go here) ~ it’s FREE! If you’re already a subscriber, simply jump to step #2.

2. Fill out and submit the entry form below. (Note, if you have trouble seeing the entry form, go here.)

Register Me to Win!

Yes, I am already an email subscriber to Frugal in Fort Worth with the above email address, and I want to win the family 4-pack of tickets to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. ………………….
Yes, I am at least 18 years of age, as of January 17, 2014 and a legal resident of the United States.

Only one entry per day, per household please.

Come back and enter every day!

That’s it! Super simple right?!?!

Nitty-gritty Giveaway Info

This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Tuesday, January 21, 2014.  One winner will be selected.  The winner will receive four (4) reserved seating tickets to the Tuesday, January 28, 2014, 7:30pm rodeo performance at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.  The prize package has no cash value.  Odds of winning depend on number of entries. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over. The winners will be chosen using Random.org to select the winning entry. The winner will be notified by email and will need to claim the prize by responding to the email notification within 24 hours.  If the prize is not claimed within 24 hours another winner will be selected.

Thank you to the great folks at Fort Worth Stock
Show and Rodeo who have sponsored this giveaway. 

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Fort Worth & Dallas Summer Reading Programs = FREE Books & Other Great Rewards for Kids

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With the end of school upon us, Moms and Dads may be wondering how to fill the summer days with fun activities for the kids. One idea ~ incorporate a regular reading program! Not only do you help your children learn to enjoy reading and sharpen their skills, they can earn lots of FREE books and prizes, too (like iPads and computers)!

Following are several summer programs that will reward your kids with GREAT FREEBIES for their reading efforts and most of these kick off this week:

:: City Library Reading Programs
Fort Worth library system, as well as several surrounding community libraries have reading programs that also offer great prizes ~ from FREE Rangers tickets (Arlington) to a Netbook Computer (Fort Worth). In Euless, even adults can win prizes for their reading efforts. Most of these summer library programs have a fun list of events and other reading activities worth checking out as well. Take a look at these city library reading programs:

:: Barnes & Noble Imagination’s Destination
What:
Earn a FREE Book from Barnes & Noble this summer!
How: To get the free book, read any 8 books this summer (the books can be from the library or anywhere else). Print and fill out the B&N reading journal, and then bring the completed form into any Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Who: B&N’s summer reading program is for kids through 6th grade.
When: May 22 through September 4 or until supplies run out.

:: Pottery Barn Kids Summer Reading Challenge
What: Take part in Pottery Barn’s reading program and qualify for a FREE Book! Go here for more details.
How: You will receive the free book when your child reads and completes one of Pottery Barn Kids’s book lists (here), and then brings the completed form into any Pottery Barn Kids store.  These books can be checked out from the library system, if you prefer, and do not have to be purchased.
Who: Pottery Barn’s reading list is designed for kids who can read independently. The Early Reader list is designed for reading together with younger children.
When: Now through August 31, 2012 or until supplies run out.

:: Half Price Books Feed Your Brain Reading Program
What:
Earn a FREE $5 Back to School Bucks Gift Certificate from Half Price Books. Go here for more details.
How: To get the free gift card, read a total of 300 minutes (they suggest breaking it into 15 minute reading sessions each day). Print and fill out the reading log, and then bring the completed log to any Half Price Books Store.
Who: For kids aged 14 and under.
When:  Back-to-School Bucks coupon valid July 25 to August 31.

:: H.E.Buddy Summer Reading Club
What:
Earn a FREE t-shirt from H.E.B. when your child reads 10 books. Learn more here.
How: To get the free prize, read any 10 books this summer.  Print and fill out the reading journal, and then mail it to the address on the form.
Who: The program does not specify the age, but t-shirts available are sized youth extra small (2-4) to youth extra large (18-20).
When:  Form must be postmarked by October 1.

If you can think of a reading program that should be included, please let me know and I’ll add them in. :)

Now, It’s Your Turn. What are Your Frugal Ideas for the Summer? We Would LOVE to know!  :)

 Please share your ideas in the comments section.

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LAST DAY REMINDER: Register to Win Circo Del Rey Circus Tickets at Frugal in Fort Worth

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Register To Win A Family 4-Pack Of Tickets To The Circo Del Rey Circus!

2 Winners will receive:

  • 4 Tickets to the August 27, Saturday morning Circo Del Rey performance
  • Priority seating (gives you some of the best seats in the house!)
  • 4 Tickets to the Chick-Fil-A Breakfast with the Stars
  • 4 Circo Del Rey T-Shirts
  • $10 per person in Food Vouchers for Intermission

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Buy Tickets (as cheap as $7 person), here.

GIVEAWAY: Register To Win A Family 4-Pack Of Tickets To The Circo Del Rey Circus!

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We are kicking off a GREAT giveaway this week and giving 2 readers each a family 4-pack of tickets to the Circo Del Rey Circus including priority seating, breakfast with the stars and more!
Fun, fun!

The Circus is Coming To Keller, August 26 & 27

Register to win a family 4-pack of tickets to Circo Del Rey, the “Circus of the King,” a high-energy spectacular that features incredible high-wire acts, the death-defying Motorcycle Cage of Death, astonishing illusions and much more.  Circo Del Rey is not a traditional 3-ring circus. It is a story-oriented experience, much like Cirque du Soleil.  In fact, many of the performers are Cirque du Soleil members, appearing in their off-time with Circo Del Rey!

There will be 3 Circo Del Rey performances and tickets are as low as $7 each ~ a cheap outing for the whole family. Performances will take place Friday, August 26, at 7pm, and Saturday, August 27, at 11am and 5pm ~ hosted at Northwood Church in Keller (go here for directions & a map).  You can purchase tickets for your family (go here) and even save 30% with the “Friends and Neighbors” ticket package!

Be sure to register to win one of 2 family 4-packs of tickets to the Circo Del Rey Circus. It’s going to be a really fun event!

Prize Details for Giveaway

Two Frugal in Fort Worth readers will each win a family 4-pack of tickets which includes:

  • 4 Tickets to the August 27, Saturday morning Circo Del Rey performance
  • Priority seating (gives you some of the best seats in the house!)
  • 4 Tickets to the Chick-Fil-A Breakfast with the Stars
  • 4 Circo Del Rey T-Shirts
  • $10 per person in Food Vouchers for Intermission

How to Enter to Win

If you would like a chance to win one of the family 4-packs of tickets to Circo Del Rey, simply:

1. Subscribe to our blog via email (go here) ~ it’s FREE! If you’re already a subscriber, simply jump to step #2. We love our readers!

2. Fill out and submit the entry form below. (Note, if you have trouble seeing the entry form, go here.)

Register Me to Win!

Yes, I have subscribed to Frugal in Fort Worth at the above email address and I want to win the family 4-pack of tickets to the Circo Del Rey Circus.
 I am at least 18 years of age, as of August 11, 2011 and a legal resident of the United States

That’s it! Super simple right?!

Nitty-gritty Giveaway Info

Two winners will be selected.  Each winner will receive four (4) Priority Seating Tickets to the 11AM August 27, 2011 Circo Del Rey performance, four (4) Tickets to the Chick-Fil-A Breakfast with the Stars, four (4) Circo Del Rey T-Shirts, and $40 in Food Vouchers to be used during Intermission.  The prize package has no cash value.  This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Monday, August 22, 2011. Odds of winning depend on number of entries. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over. The winners will be chosen using Random.org to select the winning entry. The winner will be notified by email and will need to respond within 2 days so that we can send details about how to claim the prize.

It’s important to me that everything on this blog is handled with honesty and integrity. That said, I want to be sure you know that the folks at Circo Del Rey are sponsoring the ticket packages for this giveaway. The review and opinions above remain completely the thoughts of Frugal in Fort Worth.

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Congratulations to our Gift Certificate Giveaway Winners!

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Congratulations to Karen W. and Shelley M.!  They each won a gift certificate to the Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale plus a fun day out with their friends at a VIP shopping event!  Have a great time ladies!  :)

                              

Registered for the $125 Ladies Designer Brand Clothes Gift Certificate Giveaway? Hurry, It Ends Tomorrow!

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We are giving away $125 in gift certificates to the Sharon Young and Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale (July 28-30). Two readers will each win a gift certificate to use towards their favorite pieces at the July sale, selected from over 18,000 gorgeous items!  There is a huge selection that covers a wide variety of styles from trendy to traditional and from casual to dressy. Sizes range from Ladies & Petites 2-18 and there is even a fantastic collection of stylish Womens Plus 14W-24W.

To top things off, each of the winners and 10 of her friends will be invited to attend a private sale preview event (ooh-la-la!) where they will have the opportunity to get first choice from all the great collections. That also means you get to beat the crowds before the public 3-day sale takes place!

           

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$125 Ladies Designer Brand Clothes Gift Certificate Giveaway! Register to Win at Frugal in Fort Worth

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We are kicking off a GREAT giveaway this week~ you won’t want to miss out on registering (and we will have 2 winners this time)!

We are giving away $125 in gift certificates to the Sharon Young and Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale (July 28-30). Two readers will each win a gift certificate to use towards their favorite pieces at the July sale, selected from over 18,000 gorgeous items!  There is a huge selection that covers a wide variety of styles from trendy to traditional and from casual to dressy. Sizes range from Ladies & Petites 2-18 and there is even a fantastic collection of stylish Womens Plus 14W-24W. Ladies, these are gorgeous collections found in high-end department stores and fashion boutiques.

To top things off, each of the winners and 10 of her friends will be invited to attend a private sale preview event (ooh-la-la!) where they will have the opportunity to get first choice from all the great collections. That also means you get to beat the crowds before the public 3-day sale takes place!

           

Prize Details for Giveaway

  • Two Frugal in Fort Worth readers will win their choice of One (1) $50 Gift Certificate to use towards any Ladies & Petite size 2-18 purchase – OR – One (1) $75 Gift Certificate to use towards any Womens Plus size 14W-24W purchase. Each winner will get to choose from the thousands of beautiful clothing items at the Ladies Brand Designer Warehouse Sale.
  • Each winner will receive ten (10) invitations to a private VIP preview of the sale. As a winner, you and 10 of your friends will also get a FREE invitation to a private preview sale (Wednesday, July 27th), giving you a chance to use your gift certificate and get ahead of the crowds before clothes are flying off the racks. The public sale starts the next day (more details at the bottom of this post). Of course if you win, you can use your gift certificate, then too.

How to Enter to Win

If you would like a chance to win the $50 or $75 Gift Certificate and the Private Preview invitation, simply:

1. Subscribe to our blog via email (go here) ~ it’s FREE! If you’re already a subscriber, simply jump to step #2. We love our readers!

2. Fill out and submit the entry form below. (Note, if you have trouble seeing the entry form, go here.)

Register Me to Win!

Yes, I have subscribed to Frugal in Fort Worth at the above email address and I want to win the VIP Preview Party for me and up to 10 of my fabulous friends AND the (choose 1 prize):  
 You are at least 18 years of age, as of July 13, 2011 and a legal resident of the United States

That’s it! Super simple right?!

Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale Details

What: The Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale will feature clothing brands: Sharon Young, City Girl, Multiples, Ruby Cho, A La Carte, and more. You will find everything to complete an outfit including tops, skirts, pants, and jackets. Sizes will include Ladies & Petites 2-18 and Womens Plus  14W-24W.
When: July 28-30, 2011 ~ Thursday and Friday – 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Saturday – 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: 10367 Brockwood Rd ~ Dallas. Once you get to the
parking lot, there will be signs and people to help you find your way.
Do note: There is a large dressing area provided for trying on all your
finds. However, this is a women only event ~ so husbands, guy-friends
and kiddos
under 12, please stay comfortable at home.

Nitty-gritty Giveaway Info

Two winners will be selected.  1.) One winner will receive one (1) $50 Gift Certificate to be used for Ladies & Petites size 2-18 at the Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale AND ten (10) invitations to a sale preview to be conducted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. 2.) A second winner will receive one (1) $75 Gift Certificate to be used for Womens Plus 14W-24W at the Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale AND ten (10) invitations to a sale preview to be conducted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. Winners must use their gift certificate at the Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale event in Dallas, TX during normal business hours, July 27-30. The gift certificate has no cash value.

This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. Odds of winning depend on number of entries. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over. The winners will be chosen using Random.org to select the winning entry. The winner will be notified by email and will need to respond within 2 days so that we can send details about how to claim the prize and so that you can start inviting your “besties” and gal-pals. Prizes will need to be picked up at the Sharon Young Warehouse Sale Private Preview event (Wednesday, July 27, 2011) or the Public Sale Event (Thursday to Saturday, July 28-30, 2011). Do note that no children under 12 or men are allowed into the sale area.

It’s important to me that everything on this blog is handled with honesty and integrity. That said, I want to be sure you know that Sharon Young Inc. is sponsoring this giveaway for our readers to promote their warehouse sale event. The review and opinions above remain completely the thoughts of Frugal in Fort Worth.

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Congratulations to our Texas Rangers Ticket Winner!

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Congratulations to Carrie H. of Fort Worth! 

She won our Texas Rangers Ticket Giveaway,
sponsored by YP.com Daily Deals.

Thanks for everyone’s enthusiasm!  :)

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did you Get A Chance to Get your FREE
$10 Credit from YP (Yellow Pages) Daily DealS?

Don’t Miss out! YP.com Deal of the Day (part of Yellow Pages/ AT&T) is giving away $10 to use towards any of their already deeply discounted daily deals.  They will be launching soon in DFW, so I’m glad to have my $10 credit in my “back pocket,” (I’m hoping that $10 credit just might get me  a free or almost free meal at a great local spot).  Savings on top of savings =  I like this promotion a whole lot!!!  

You can get your $10 OFF Credit when you go here. 

 

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HOT! Texas Rangers Tickets Giveaway! PLUS Get $10 Credit At YP.com Deal of the Day

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We Are Giving Away Texas Rangers Tickets!

Woo-hooo! We have a really FUN giveaway today! One of our readers will win TWO Texas Rangers Tickets PLUS a Stadium Parking Pass!  This is exclusive to Frugal in Fort Worth readers, thanks to our sponsor YP.com who is also giving away a $10 credit to everyone who signs up on their site right now!  I love it when everyone wins!!!

Check Out YP.com Daily Deal And Get A $10 Credit!

YP.com (part of Yellow Pages /AT&T ) will soon be launching a new Deal of the Day site to offer shoppers fantastic discounts in Dallas & Fort Worth on everything from dining to entertainment to every-day services. Be sure to take a preview look (here) and pre-register to receive daily emails for the YP.com Deal of the Day.   By signing up before June 14 (sign-up is FREE!), you can earn $10 in credit towards any of the deals that will become available after the launch.

Go here to check out YP Deal of the Day and to get the $10 credit.

Bargain hunters will want to explore YP.com or if you have a smart phone, check out their handy YP mobile apps (I really love this tool!).  It features loads of great printable/mobile coupons and discounts for nearby businesses every day which can be redeemed on the spot from your app or tucked away for later.  I am quite impressed with the apps quick on-the-go search assistance for finding local stores and hot-spots right in my neighborhood (they have over 18 million businesses from across the U.S. in their database!).

ENTER To Win A Pair of Texas Rangers Tickets.  Hurry ~ Winner Will Be announced Tomorrow!

To spread the word about the upcoming Deal of the Day launch, YP.com is giving away, to one really happy Frugal in Ft. Worth reader, two tickets to the Rangers/Royals game (lower level box seats) on Sunday, May 29th, complete with parking voucher.

If you would like a chance to win the Rangers Tickets & Parking Voucher, simply:

1. Subscribe to our blog via email (go here) ~ it’s FREE!  If you’re already a subscriber, simply jump to step #2.  We love our readers!

2. Fill out and submit the entry form below.  (Note, if you have trouble seeing the entry form, go here.) Be sure to include your correct mailing/shipping address. Since these will be overnighted to you, we can only mail to street addresses (no PO Box addresses, please). In keeping with our strict privacy policy, we will only use your address to send you the prize if you are the selected winner.  Your address will not be used by us for any other purpose.

Register Me to Win!

An address is required to mail the tickets to the winner, and will not be used for any other purposes.
 
 

That’s it!  Super simple right?!

Nitty-gritty Giveaway Info

One winner will receive TWO (2) Tickets to the Texas Rangers vs. The Royals Game, Sunday ~ May 29, 2011 at 2:00PM AND one (1) Parking Pass Voucher at the Rangers Ballpark In Arlington, TX. The tickets and parking pass have no cash value.

This giveaway ends at 12:30PM CST on Friday, May 27, 2011. Odds of winning depend on number of entries. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over. The winner will be chosen using Random.org to select the winning entry from all qualified submissions. The winner will be notified by email and will need to respond before 5:00PM CST on Friday, May 27th so that we can confirm details about how to claim your prize. The prize will overnighted to the mailing address provided by the winner in the registration form, for arrival on Saturday, May 28, 2011.

It’s important to me that everything on this blog is handled with honesty and integrity. That said, I want to be sure you know that YP.com (a division of Yellow Pages and AT&T) is sponsoring this giveaway for our readers to promote their new site. The review and opinions above remain completely the thoughts of Frugal in Fort Worth.

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Kids Summer Reading Programs = FREE Books & More Great Rewards

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As the end of school approaches, you may be wondering how you can fill
the summer days with fun activities for the kids. One idea ~ incorporate a
regular reading program! Not only do you help your children learn to enjoy
reading and sharpen their skills, they can earn lots of FREE books and prizes, too (like Texas Rangers Tickets)!

Following are several summer programs that will reward your kids with GREAT FREEBIES for their reading efforts:

:: Borders Double Dog Dare Summer Reading Program
What:
Take part in Border’s reading program and get 1 FREE Book from Border’s Bookstores! Go here for more details.
How
: To get the free book, read any 10 books this summer (these can  even be from the library). Print and fill out this form, and then bring the completed form into any Borders, Borders Express, or Waldenbooks.
Who: Border’s Summer reading program is for kids aged 12 and under.
When: June 1 through September 5, 2011 or until supplies run out.

:: Barnes & Noble Imagination Destination Reading Program
What:
Earn a FREE Book from Barnes & Noble this summer!
Learn more here
.
How: To get the free book, read any 8 books this summer (again, they can be from anywhere).
Print and fill out the B&N reading journal, and then
bring the completed form into any Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
Who: B&N’s summer reading program is for kids through 6th grade.
When: May 24 through September 6, 2011 or until supplies run out.

:: Half Price Books Feed Your Brain Reading Program
What:
Earn a FREE $5 Back to School Bucks Gift Certificate from Half Price Books. Go here for more details.
How: To get the free gift card, read a total of 600 minutes (they suggest breaking it into 15 minute reading sessions each day). Print and fill out the reading log, and then bring the completed log to any Half Price Books Store.
Who: For kids aged 14 and under.
When:  Read June 1 to July 31, 2011 and redeem July 25 through August 7, 2011.

:: H.E.Buddy Summer Reading Club
What:
Earn a FREE t-shirt from H.E.B. when your child reads 10 books. Learn more here.
How: To get the free prize, read any 10 books this summer.
Print and fill out the reading journal, and then mail it to the address on the form.
Who: The program does not specify the age, but t-shirts available are sized youth extra small (2-4) to youth extra large (18-20).
When:  F
orm must be postmarked by October 1.

:: City Library Reading Programs
Fort Worth library system, as well as several surrounding community libraries have reading programs that also offer great prizes ~ from FREE Rangers tickets (Arlington) to a Netbook Computer (Fort Worth).  In Denton, adults can even win prizes for their reading efforts. Most of these summer library programs have a fun list of events and other reading activities worth checking out as well.  Take a look at these city library reading programs:

If you can think of a reading program that should be included, please let me know and I’ll add them in. :)

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 Please share your ideas in the comments section.

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HURRY ~ LAST DAY to Register for the Ladies Designer Jacket Giveaway! ENDS MONDAY!

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Today is the last day to register for our ladies designer JACKET GIVEAWAY  (retail value up to $180)!

 The winner gets to select their favorite jacket design,  from hundreds of jackets at the Sharon Young Fall Collection Warehouse Sale (go here, to learn more about this “don’t miss” sale  that takes place November 18-20).  And, to top things off, the winner and 5 of their friends will receive a VIP invitation to attend a private sale preview event!

Go here to register to win and to learn more! ENDS TODAY!

           

           

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GIVEAWAY REMINDER: Ladies Designer Jacket & VIP Preview Invitation ~ ENDS MONDAY! Don’t Miss Out!

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Sharon Young Inc. is giving away a FREE JACKET TO 1 Frugal In Fort Worth (happy) reader! The winner gets to select their favorite jacket design, (retail value up to $180) from hundreds of jackets at the Sharon Young Fall Collection Warehouse Sale (Learn more about this “don’t miss” sale here). And, to top things off, the winner and 5 of their friends will receive a VIP invitation to attend a private sale preview event!

      

I’ve included a few representative pictures, but I’m just scratching the surface of the hundreds of jackets available.

Prize Details for Giveaway

  •  One (1) Jacket, retail value up to $180. The winner will get to choose ANY jacket from the literally hundreds of gorgeous choices available at the Sharon Young Fall Warehouse Sale.
  • Six (6) Invitations to a private preview of the sale. As a winner, you and 5 of YOUR friends will also get a FREE VIP invitation to a private preview sale (Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010), giving you a chance to pick out your jacket and get ahead of the crowds before clothes are flying off the racks. The public sale starts the next day ( more details here). Of course if you win, you can pick out your jacket, then too.

           

How to Enter to Win

To enter the contest, leave a comment ~ on this blog post ~ telling us which jacket pictured on this post you would love to have (there will be hundreds to choose from, but we can’t show them all here). Be sure to add your email address on your comment (your email will not be made public), so we know how to contact you if you win. Want more chances to win?

6 More Ways to Enter to Win

Each reader can enter the contest up to SIX (6) more times! You can enter ONE time per method (be sure to leave a separate comment for each method you choose).

1. Subscribe to our blog via email (it’s FREE). Leave a separate comment on this post confirming that you subscribed (nice to have you with us!). Be sure to confirm your email subscription for this to be a valid entry (learn more here). If you’re already a subscriber, simply leave a separate comment letting me know you are a subscriber. We love our readers!

2. Tweet the following exactly as written (then leave a separate comment with your twitter link):

I just entered the @FrugalFortWorth contest to WIN a GORGEOUS Sharon Young Jacket. YOU CAN TOO! http://wp.me/px7Gs-1p4

3. Follow us on Twitter, @FrugalFortWorth. Leave a separate comment on this post letting us know you follow us on twitter.

4. Email at least 5 friends and tell them about our blog. We love to meet new people! Be sure to add us to the email at frugalinfortworthcontest (at) gmail (dot) com. Leave a separate comment to let us know you emailed your friends.

5. Make a blog post about this giveaway. Be sure to leave the link to your blog post in a separate comment on this post so we can find you, too!

6. Add Frugal in Fort Worth to your blog roll. Leave a comment with your blog address.

A reminder: You will need to add a separate comment for each method of entry for each entry to count.

Giveaway Details

The winner will receive one (1) jacket to be selected by the winner and six (6) invitations to a sale preview to be conducted on Wednesday, November 17, 2010. The jacket has a retail value of up to $180 (actual final value depends on jacket selected by the winner and cannot be exchanged for cash). Winner must select and pick up the jacket from the Sharon Young Fall 2010 Warehouse Sale event in Dallas, TX.

This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Sunday, November 14, 2010. Odds of winning depend on number of entries. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, 18 years old or over. The winner will be chosen using Random.org to select the winning comment. The winner will be notified by email and will need to respond within 2 days so that we can send details about how to claim the prize. The prize will need to be picked up at the Sharon Young Warehouse Sale Private Preview event (Wednesday, November 17, 2010 4:00PM – 8:00PM) or the Public Sale Event (Thursday to Saturday, November 18-20 ~ click here for details). Do note that no children under 12 or men are allowed into the sale area.

It’s important to me that everything on this blog is handled with honesty and integrity. That said, I want to be sure you know that Sharon Young Inc. is sponsoring this giveaway for our readers to promote their warehouse sale event. The review and opinions above remain completely the thoughts of Frugal in Fort Worth.

 

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