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March 11-13 FREE and Cheap Things to Do in Fort Worth This Weekend


This weekend’s FREE & Cheap Fort Worth area entertainment roundup includes:

  • FREE SiNaCa Art Glass Open Studio Night
  • FREE Spring Break Family Event ~ Fort Worth Stockyards 
  • FREE Second Saturday Public Tour and Living History Performance at Sid Richardson Museum
  • FREE Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
  • FREE Family Movie Showing of Disney’s The Rescuers
  • FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
  • FREE Lonesome Dove Trail Reunion Event Exhibition: The Art of Story at Sid Richardson Museum 
  • FREE Severe Weather and Storm Spotter Workshop
  • FREE Woodworking Skills Class for Kids at Lowes
  • FREE Dog Training Seminar and Event at Bass Pro
  • FREE D.I.Y. Outdoor Lighting Class at Home Depot
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
  • FREE Admission to The Modern Art Museum

:: FREE SiNaCa School of Glass Open Studio Night
Friday, March 11, 2016

Join SiNaCa School of Glass for their open studio night and find out more about the “magic” that goes in to creating glass art.  You’ll receive a close-up view of a glass artist creating their work in the studio and an interactive play-by-play of the glass blowing technique. It’s also the perfect time to find out how you can get involved in learning how to work with glass.

Details, details
What: To find out more about SiNaCa’s open studio night, go here.
Where: SiNaCa Studios ~ 1013 West Magnolia Ave.
When: Friday, March 11, 2016~ 6:00PM
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Spring Break in the Fort Worth Stockyards ~ Family Event
Saturday, March 12, 2016

Fort Worth Stockyards Spring Break 2016

Kick off spring break at the Fort Worth Stockyards on Saturday! The Stockyards’ family event will feature live music, armadillo races, face painters, caricature artists, daily cattle drives (11:30am & 4:00pm), pony rides, petting zoo, stage coach & carriage rides, and more.

Details, Details
What: For more information, go here.
When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 10:00AM to 4:00PM.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards ~ 130 E. Exchange Avenue
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Second Saturday Public Tour and Living History Performance at Sid Richardson Museum
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Join the Sid Richardson Museum in Sundance Square for this FREE event, which includes a public tour of the museum and a living history performance of cowboy artist Charles M. Russell.

Details, details
What:  Go here to learn more.  No reservations required, but do note that parents must remain with their children.
When:  Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 2:00-3:30PM
Where:  The Sid Richardson Museum in Sundance Square,
309 Main Street in Downtown Fort Worth
Cost:  FREE

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:: FREE Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
Saturday, March 12, 2016

Join the Noble Planetarium staff and members of the Fort Worth Astronomical Society for monthly Star Parties. Navigate the skies with the assistance of staff and other astronomy buffs. Weather permitting, parties begin at dusk and last until approximately 10:30PM.

Details, details
What: For more info about Noble Planetarium’s Star Parties, click here.
When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 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.  Note, parking is available in the lot south of Harley Street.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Family Movie Showing of Disney Classic, The Rescuers
Saturday, March 12, 2016

Join the Fort Worth Central Library for a free showing of the classic Disney movie, The Rescuers! As part of Central Library’s monthly family film series, you are invited to bring the whole family to enjoy this free feature-length movie. Please note that adults must be accompanied by a child.

About the movie: Two mice, Bernard and Miss Bianca, travel – with the help of a few friends – in search of a little girl named Penny who has been kidnapped by Miss Medusa. G, 1977, 77 min.

Details, details
What: For more information about this family movie event, click here. 
When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 1:00PM
Where: Downtown 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.

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:: FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
Saturday, March 12, 2016

Explore the nature trails surrounding the River Legacy Living Science Center on a FREE family friendly naturalist-led nature walk. The Living Science Center is the gateway to River Legacy Parks in Arlington.

Details, details
What: To find out more about the FREE nature walk and River Legacy Living Science Center, go here. RSVP to 817.860.6752
Where: River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard (at the intersection of N. Cooper Street and Green Oaks) in Arlington
When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 2:00PM (Weather permitting)
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Lonesome Dove Trail Reunion Event: The Art
of Story
Exhibition at Sid Richardson Museum
Now through Sunday, June 19, 2016

Join the Sid Richardson Museum in Sundance Square for this FREE exhibition that traces the path of Lonesome Dove from Larry McMurtry’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel to the original screenplay and filming of the legendary TV miniseries. The exhibition is part of a 6-month citywide celebration, known as ”The Lonesome Dove Trail,” which will include multiple Fort Worth venues including screenings, seminars and a reunion gala of the cast and crew including Robert Duvall, Tommy Lee Jones and more.

Details, details
What:  Go here to learn more.
When: Lonesome Dove: The Art of Story, runs now through June 19, 2016.
Where:  The Sid Richardson Museum in Sundance Square,
309 Main Street in Downtown Fort Worth
Cost:  FREE

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:: FREE National Weather Service Storm Spotter Workshop
Saturday,
March 12, 2016

With the severe weather season upon us, the National Weather Service is preparing North Texans by hosting several SkyWarn storm workshops across the metroplex.  This workshop will discuss spotting and reporting storms, identifying cloud features, learning safety rules, and planning for a severe weather day.  You can even become a certified SkyWarn spotter if you’d like!

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the National Weather Service
When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Where: Rockwall ~ Rockwall County Library.  Looking for a closer location to attend the Storm Spotter Workshop?  Go here for upcoming seminar locations and seminar dates.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Kids Woodworking Clinic
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Saturday, March 12, 2016

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 build-your-own Monster Truck 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, March 12, 2016 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores.
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Dog Seminar and Family Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
Friday and Saturday, March 11 & 12, 2016

It’s all about dogs at Bass Pro’s “Dog Days” Friday and Saturday family event! Friday’s event features a free seminar on selecting the right breed of dog for you (6pm); Saturday’s seminars will include classes on teaching basics like safety and care of your dog (11am) and fun with your dog in the outdoors (2pm). Saturday’s event also includes a FREE 4X6 photo, giveaways and more.

Details, details
What: For more info about Bass Pro’s event, click here.
When: March 11 & 12, 2016, go here for the complete schedule.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE D.I.Y. Outdoor Lighting Class at Home Depot
Saturday, March 12, 2016

This Saturday, join a Home Depot D.I.Y. class to learn more about outdoor lighting. An associate will lead you through a discussion about the different options in outdoor lights, break down the differences between decorative and security lighting and show you a variety of different ways to get your outdoor lighting powered up.  The Home Depot Workshops are designed to provide a mix of associate led instruction, demonstration, and some hands-on learning.

Details, details
What: Get more information about the workshop, here.
When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 ~ 10:00AM
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
Sunday, March 13, 2016

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, March 13, 2016, 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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:: FREE Admission to the Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth
Sunday, March 13, 2016

Visitors to the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth receive free admission to the museum’s permanent collection and exhibitions on all Sundays in 2016!

Details, details
What: Learn more about free Admission at The Modern here.
When: Sundays during normal operating hours in 2016
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth3200 Darnell Street
Cost: FREE!

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Starting at $5 — DVD Sale on Double and Triple Feature Family Movie Collections

If you are planning ahead for Spring Break family road trips in the car (or maybe just some fun movie & popcorn time at home), be sure and check out these great Amazon deals on Double & Triple Feature DVD movies for the family — starting at $5 for 3 movies!

:: BEST DEAL $5 — Family Favorites 3-Movie Set: The Cat In The Hat, Babe, and Beethoven (Regular Price $29.99)

:: $7.50 — Dreamworks: 2-Movie SetPrince of Egypt and Joseph: King of Dreams (Double Feature) 

:: $13.95 — The Princess Diaries: 2-Movie Set: The Original Disney Princess Diaries Movie and Princess Diaries 2 (Double Feature) 

:: $9.50 — 4-Movie Free Willy SetFree Willy, Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home, Free Willy 3: The Rescue, and Free Willy 4 

:: $10.94 — Essential Classic Family Musicals 3-Movie SetMy Fair LadySingin’ in the Rain, and Gigi (Triple Feature) 

:: $15.58 — Essential Classic Family Films 3-Movie Set: The Wizard of Oz,  The Goonies, and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

:: $12.49 — Essential Classic Films, 2-Movie Blu-Ray Set: Casablanca (1942), and  The African Queen (1951)

:: $23.99 — Toy Story: 3-Movie Boxed Set: The Original Toy Story Movie, Toy Story 2 and Toy Story 3 (Triple Feature) 

Secret Sauce Savings Tips: We like to remind our readers that Amazon prices can change at any time, so you might not want to wait when you find a great deal you intend to buy.

:: Pop over here to find more great Double Feature movie sets at Amazon’s DVD sale event.

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FREE SeaWorld Tickets for Teachers and Military Families — Please Pass Along!

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We love it when special people get honored by local businesses! If you know a teacher or someone in the military, please thank them for their service and be sure to share this offer for FREE SeaWorld San Antonio tickets with them… 

SeaWorld 50th Anniversary Logo

For a limited time, SeaWorld is honoring Texas teachers and military families with FREE tickets to SeaWorld Adventure Park in San Antonio. 

Here’s the scoop:

:: FREE Unlimited Admission Teacher’s Ticket: SeaWorld San Antonio is offering Texas credentialed Pre-K-12 school teachers a FREE SeaWorld Fun Card that provides unlimited admission to SeaWorld San Antonio. The Teacher Fun Card is good from the time of redemption through December 31, 2016. Receive UNLIMITED admission to SeaWorld San Antonio and experience all the rides, shows, animal encounters, and attractions.

Secret Sauce Tips: Registration for the Teacher Study Pass must be completed online (here) and is not available at the park. You will receive an eVoucher which can be exchanged at any SeaWorld kiosk for a complimentary pass. Similar offers available to teachers at Sea World in Orlando, Florida (here).

:: Go here to register for a FREE Teacher’s SeaWorld Fun Card.   

:: FREE Single-Day Admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica for Military Families: SeaWorld is providing FREE admission to active military and up to 3 of their direct dependants. In case the service member is deployed, dependents may also take advantage of this offer without their service member.

Secret Sauce Tips: Qualifying credentials will need  to be verified online  — click here to submit your active duty military information. This offer is valid at SeaWorld San Antonio, Aquatica, SeaWorld San Diego, and SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens, and more — 8 participating adventure parks in all!

:: Go here to register for your FREE Military family passes.

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HOT Mizuno Running Gear Sale at LeftLane Sports — Prices Starting at $9.99

In honor of the Cowtown Marathon, we want to point you to a fantastic running gear sale over at Left Lane Sports daily deal site.  They have a great sale going on Mizuno brand high-end running shoes and apparel for men and women, with apparel and gear prices starting at $9.95 and shoes starting at $39.95 (regular price is $99)! 

Here’s the scoop plus info on how to knock an extra $10 OFF the price…

With spring in the air, there’s no better time to lace up and go for a run! Whether you’re prepping for that next big marathon, or just out letting the dog take you for a walk, you’ll find a great deal on running shoes – prices starting at $9.99! (through Wed., March 2) at LeftLaneSports!  

Plus, on top of this savings, get an extra $10 OFF your first purchase of $50 or more (for new members of LeftLane only ~ go here to sign up for free and get the $10 credit).


New to LeftLane Sports?  They are a members-only (joining is free!) daily deal site featuring top outdoor, and sports brands — like Pearl Izumi, Salomon, Marmot, Columbia, Patagonia, and Camelbak — typically 50-80% off retail price (we’ve found them regularly LOTS cheaper than REI and Whole Earth for the same brands). Whether you run, cycle, hike, camp, ride, swim, or just like to take a casual stroll, they’ve got top-of-the-line gear at close-out prices.

Membership is free, and since I invited you, you’ll receive an instant $10 shopping credit (here) towards your first purchase.


Here’s a sample of some of the bargain finds at LeftLane’s running shoe sale (we counted over 100 styles from which to choose in a large variety of widths and sizes):

:: Mizuno Wave Hitogami 2 Running Shoes – Men’s $54.95 (reg. $99.99), plus take another $10 OFF for new customers, here!

:: Mizuno Wave Hitogami 2 Shoes – Womens $54.95 (reg. $99.99) plus take another $10 OFF for new customers, here!

:: Mizuno Wave Evo Levitas Shoes – Women’s $36.95 (reg. $110)
plus take another $10 OFF $50 purchase, for new customers, here!

:: Mizuno Wave Prophecy 4 Shoes – Men’s $99.95 (reg. $209.99)
plus take another $10 OFF, for new customers, here!

:: Insider tip:  Quantities are limited for this sale and due to the popularity, some styles will sell out really fast… you will want to hurry if you want to have the best selection of styles and sizes.


…And Here’s the Scoop on LeftLane Sports’ EXTRA $10 Credit Offer For New Members!

It’s a great time to get signed-up for LeftLane Sports daily deals!  When you sign up for the first time, you’ll get $10 credited to your account to use towards any LeftLane Sports  order of $50 or more ~ including these already discounted shoes!  It looks like you have 6 months to use the credit before it expires, but other than that, there are no other strings attached (love that!). Do note that the $10 credit is only offered for new account sign-ups and that it is FREE to join.   Go here to sign up for free and get the $10 credit!

How to get the Extra $10 OFF LeftLane Sports credit:

  1. Join LeftLane Sports for FREE and get a $10 Credit. Once you are signed up as a new member, a $10 credit will be waiting for you to use on your minimum $50 Purchase.
  2. Find and select the Mizuno Shoe & Apparel Sale by scrolling through the discount “boutiques” listed (look for the below images).
      
  3. Make your purchase before Wednesday. There are limited quantities of styles available, so I would recommend not waiting too long to make your purchase.  As usual with LeftLane Sports many of the items will sell out fast.
  4. That’s all there is to it!  Easy breezy.  : )

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FREE YardSmart Gardening Seminars at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden — March 5

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If you’re in the midst of  planning your spring garden or just want some fresh ideas to get you started, don’t miss the FREE  YardSmart gardening seminar ~ a wealth of helpful information from local landscape and plant experts ~ March 5 at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s Lecture Hall.

Fort Worth Yard Smart Seminar

Attendees will hear from well-known experts on topics such as creating a bird-friendly habitat, growing vegetables and flowers in containers, and vegetable gardening for beginners. Participants can also bring their gardening questions and issues  to get help during the Ask the Experts session — this is your chance to get FREE professional gardening advice (and even bring a sample cutting of a plant problem if you’d like).

Presenters and panelists include Randy Weston of Weston Gardens In Bloom, and Steve Chaney and Dotty Woodson from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.

Saturday, March 5 Seminar Schedule

8:30 a.m. Creating a Bird-Friendly Habitat With Native Plants
9:30 a.m. Grow Your Favorite Flowers & Vegetables in Containers
11:00 a.m. Vegetable Gardening for Beginners
12:00 p.m. Ask the Experts Panel Discussion
1:00 p.m. Conservation Garden Tour

Door prizes are available after each session (must be present to win) and pre-registration is not required.

FREE YardSmart Seminar in Fort Worth

Yard Smart is a series of free, informative seminars designed to provide effective and beneficial ways to use water wisely in the landscape. Sponsored by the Fort Worth Water Department, YardSmart provides environmentally friendly and water-efficient information that can lead to healthy, beautiful lawns and gardens.

:: For more information call 817-392-6565 or go here.

:: To learn more about upcoming 2016 Yard Smart and Water-wise gardening and landscape seminars, go here.

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Save the Date — FREE Pancakes at IHOP on March 8!

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Mark your calendar for IHOP’s National Pancake Day — it’s coming back March 8th, and IHOP is celebrating by giving away FREE pancakes!

IHOP Free Pancakes

Details, details: On Tuesday, March 8, 2016, from 7 AM to 7 PM, head into your local IHOP restaurant for a freeshort stack (3 Original Buttermilk Pancakes), and in return, guests will be asked to consider leaving a donation for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals or other designated local charities.

:: Find a participating IHOP location near you or learn more here

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Get 34% OFF Any Groupon Deal — Today Only!

Now this is a GREAT Groupon deal not to miss!

Groupon has launched TWO combinable deals that will save you an extra 34% OFF already discounted Groupon offers — this can be used on just about ANY Groupon offer, too!

There are 2 offers that you can easily combine — one is a 9% rebate deal (today only) through Ebates and the other is a 25% OFF promo code to use on the Groupon site (valid through Friday)! We tell you exactly how to stack up the savings below.

How to save an extra 34% OFF on just about ANY Groupon offer:

  1. Go here to sign in to your Ebates account (or if you are not a member sign up for FREE here).  You can learn more about our experience with Ebates below if your are new to them — we cannot recommend using them enough!
  2. Once logged into Ebates, search for Groupon and click through the “Shop Now” link to get the 9% Cash Ebate rebate.  Doing this will take you to the Groupon site. Do note that the 9% back Groupon Ebate is valid today only.
  3. Shop Groupon’s site and select up to 3 restaurant, spa, entertainment, or other deals to save another 25% OFF. On each deal’s page, select the “Buy” button to put the deal in your shopping cart.
  4. When you are ready to finalize your Groupon purchase, at checkout, click the “Use a promotion or gift code” box and enter promo code CANDY25 to get another 25% OFF. You only have until February 5, 2016 to use the promo code. Also, there are a limited number of Groupon deals available, so if you find something that interests you, we would not recommend  waiting too long to make your purchase as many sell out quickly.

 

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Are you signed up for EbatesIf not, then you really should be! If you do any online shopping, you’ll want to be sure to sign up and use their free service before you place your next purchase — you can save as much as 40% more at almost any online store including favorite places like Macy’s, Kohl’s, World Market, Ann Taylor Loft, Bath & Body Works — even Target & Walmart (and that’s on top of whatever deal you find at the online store)!

By clicking through the Ebates site to your favorite online stores (over 1,800 stores participate), you can save a bundle! It doesn’t cost anything to sign-up for Ebates and  it’s a no-brainer way that we personally use to save on online purchases we would be making anyway.


Our family signed up for Ebates a couple of years ago, and we have already received more than $200 back — the rebate savings can add up fast!

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I love it when I get one of these ^ emails in my inbox.


Here is a sample of some popular online spots offering cash rebates/Ebates on your TOTAL purchase:

  • Amazon – Up to 7% Cash Back 
  • Ann Taylor &  Loft – 2% cash back
  • BackCountry.com – 4% cash back
  • Best  Buy – Up to 2% cash back
  • Carter’s – 2.5% cash back
  • eBay – Up to 5% cash back
  • Eddie Bauer – 3% cash back
  • Entertainment.com – 17.5% cash back
  • GAP – 4% cash back
  • JC Penney – 6% cash back
  • Kohl’s – 6% cash back
  • Lands End – 2% cash back
  • Lancome – 8% cash back
  • Lowe’s – 2% cash back
  • Macy’s – 6% cash back
  • Magazines.com – 26% cash back
  • Neiman Marcus & Last Call Outlet – 4% cash back
  • Nike – 4% cash back
  • Nordstrom – 3% cash back
  • Old Navy – 4% cash back
  • Saks Fifth Avenue / OFF 5th Outlet – 4% cash back
  • Sears – 3% cash back
  • Sephora – 8% cash back
  • Toys R Us – 1% cash back
  • Ugg Boots, Shoes, & Accessories – 4.5% cash back
  • Walgreens – 4% cash back
  • Walmart  – 1% cash back

Secret sauce savings tip:  These cash back percentages change regularly, so be to check back to see the latest Ebates offers!


New to Ebates? Here’s how it works:

Sign up for free here. Each participating store offers a different cash back percentage — just look at the percentage next to the store name on the Ebates.com site to see how much savings you will earn.  You’ll also find additional savings coupons and deals for many of the stores too!

:: Learn more or sign up for Ebates FREE here.

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Don’t Miss The Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Clothing Sale — Starts Thursday, February 4

Just a little reminder that the Sharon Young & Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale opens its doors to the public this Thursday (Feb. 4-6)! We popped over for a preview and found SO MANY great finds. As promised, we are sharing some of our favorite bargains — even lots of insider tips you’ll want to know before you go!

Here’s the inside scoop on the sale:

Sharon Young Crochet Sweater

This direct from the designer sale only opens its doors to the public four times a year, and the sale runs this Thursday to Saturday, February 4 to 6. Everything is deeply discounted OFF retail (prices starting at $20), and you’ll find a variety of styles and sizes to fit just about anyone.

Here are a few insider tips to find the best deals when you go:

Sharon Young February 2016 sale  Red Sharon Young Poncho

~ Click on any picture for a closeup view ~

Insider Tip #1: For the best selection, go to the sale as soon as you can. Some styles/sizes are limited in quantity and sell out fast —  the earlier you can go, the better.

Insider Tip #2:  There will be a surprise “Buy One Get One FREE” deal you’ll want to ask about (note that this is offered on Thursday and Friday only).

Sharon Young February 2016 sale

Insider Tip #3: The sale offers wonderful statement pieces and  wonderful wardrobe basics too. Be sure and look for reversible and convertible styles to stretch your wardrobe (like the fantastic blue and black poncho above that can be worn 3 different ways, providing several looks from this one piece – LOVE!).

We found lots of fabulous finds including the reversible black and white brocade poncho below AND a reversible pair of tailored knit pants (Yes ~ reversible pants!) from Sharon Young — solid black on one side and reverses to heather gray on the other — savvy travel-worthy and so comfortable too!

White & Black Sharon Young Poncho

Insider Tip #4:  There are sizes to fit and flatter just about everyone — you’ll find Petite size 2 to Women’s Plus sizes and everything in between. A special note on sizes — if you know anyone looking for fashion-forward Women’s plus sizes, be sure and bring them with you to this February sale! We saw TWO, very long rows dedicated to wonderful plus-size fashions (that’s a few thousand 0X-3X pieces from which to choose)!

Feb 2016 Sharon Young Warehouse Sale

Insider Tip #5:  Almost everything throughout the sale is grouped by collection, making it easy to find coordinating pieces  and mix-and-match a complete outfit.

Feb 2016 Sharon Young Warehouse Sale long black poncho  Feb 2016 Sharon Young Warehouse Sale Blue Black Jacket

Insider Tip #6:  Be sure and look for the big section of our favorite “Slim-Sation” pants and tights (you’ll find them pretty close to the center area of the sale).  Slim-sation pants have a little inside tummy smoothing panel that make you look a size smaller (yes, please!).  These have become our “go to” favorites as they are no-fuss machine washable, comfortable, and have a fantastic fit.

Pssst…Slim-sation is the same line of pants carried by a high-end travel clothing/online catalog store for almost TWICE as much as you’ll find them at this sale. We can’t reveal the name of the store, but doing a little Google search might tell you (wink-wink).

   Slim-Sation

Insider Tip #7: Look for the section of Tru Luxe jeans, crops, and casual tops –– these high-end jeans are very deeply discounted to at least 60% off retail ($40 at this sale vs. the usual $100 price tag at retail stores)! We appreciate that the Tru Luxe jeans section is organized by size, making it simple to find the right pair and fit among the many style choices.

Sharon Young Warehouse Sale jeans 2

Insider Tip #8: There are over 19,000 pieces in this sale at 50% to 75% off retail, so wear comfortable shopping shoes! You’ll find tops, skirts, pants, and jackets from boutique quality and high-end department store designers. Look for favorite designer brands like Sharon Young, Tru Luxe, Ali Miles, and Multiples ~ prices start at $20 and nothing is over $60.

Feb 2016 Sharon Young quilted vest  Sharon Young Faux Fur Layers

I hope you have a little taste of the sale and are able to make the jog over to  Dallas to grab some great bargains, too!

Here’s the information you’ll need for the  Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Sale, in a nutshell:

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When: February 4-6, 2016 ~ Thursday & Friday, 8:00AM to 7:00PM and Saturday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: 10367 Brockwood Rd ~ Dallas. You’ll see yellow signs directing you where to go (or just follow all the ladies you will see!).
Important to know before going: There is a large dressing room area provided if you want to try on all your wonderful finds, but typical of women’s fashion warehouse sales, it is ladies only but not private — you likely want to keep this in mind when choosing your undergarments : ). Since this is a women only event, husbands, guy-friends and kiddos under 12, please stay comfortable at home.

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Get A FREE Croissant At La Madeleine This Saturday!

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Saturday is National Croissant Day! In honor of this worthy-to-celebrate occasion, join La Madeleine Saturday, January 30th to receive a FREE butter croissant.

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Chase Visa Cardholders — Buy 2 Get 1 FREE Kung Fu Panda 3 Tickets!

Exclusive offer for Chase Visa cardholders…

Kung Fu Panda 3 Chase Visa Free Tickets

Through January 29, Chase Visa cardholders can buy 2 or more tickets to see Kung Fu Panda 3.  Simply use Fandango and your Chase Visa debit or credit card with Visa Checkout and get a ticket in your order for FREE. To learn more, go here.

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Save $20 Off Home Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms (Pssst! Home Smoke Alarms Should Be Replaced Every 10 Years!)

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Psssst! Did you know that the National Fire Protection Association recommends that you replace your home’s smoke alarms every 10 years? 

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If your home smoke alarm system is overdue for the recommended 10-year safety update, be sure and check out the $20 OFF Smoke & Carbon Monoxide detector sale on top-rated Kidde home emergency equipment. The $20 OFF offer is valid when you spend $100 or more on select Kidde brand products shipped and sold by Amazon.com  (discount good through Jan. 31 only, plus you’ll get free shipping)!  We found lots of choices available in this sale — even  a 3-story  fire escape ladder and plug-in Carbon Monoxide detector.


:: Learn more about the Kidde $20 OFF Smoke Detector & Home Emergency Equipment sale here.

 

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West 7th Area Discounts for Stock Show and Rodeo Participants — Terra Med Grill, Toni & Guy and More!

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Several West 7th merchants and restaurants are making special discounts available to  participants, exhibitors, and guests of the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo — now through February 6th.

Be sure to show your 2016 rodeo ticket stub or badge to receive the following special discounts and offers:

The Boardroom Salon for Men
Complimentary upgrade to the Benchmark Service

Amazing Lash Studio
Full set of eyelash extensions for $79.99, an original value of $250

Toni & Guy
20% off all services

Market + Table
15% off any purchase, excluding alcohol

Pure Bliss Therapeutic Massage
$10 off any one-hour massage

Terra Mediterranean Grill
10% off dinner, food purchases only

Flirt Boutique
25% off one item

Rafain Brazilian Steakhouse
$34.99 for four course dinner ($10 discount)

 :: Learn more about West 7th offers here.

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Up to 50% OFF Marmot Brand Clothing, Jackets, BackPacks, and More — STARTS SATURDAY

If you’ve been a reader for very long, then you might already know that we are big fans of Marmot brand athletic clothing and outdoor gear ~ REALLY great quality, but the prices are often a bit spendy at outdoor enthusiast retailers like REI and Whole Earth Provision. That’s why we want our readers to be sure and know about the Marmot sale that starts tomorrow over at LeftLane Sports. Plus, if you are new to LeftLane Sports, we’ll help you save an extra $10 on top of the sale prices.

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The Marmot sale starts at 8:30AM CST on Saturday (January 16), but until then, here is a preview of some of the Marmot deals available at LeftLane right now:

:: OUR FAVORITE DEAL: Marmot Draft 20 Backpack drops to $47.95 with $10 OFF LeftLane new member credit (retails for $89) — this is a great price! We are recreational hikers and have done a lot of research on day-packs for our personal use — this is a really well-made, top-rated pack designed to comfortably carry and protect your gear for a 1-2 day hike.  It’s a super-lightweight 20 Liter backpack with lots of storage, but easily compressible if you are carrying a lighter load. Also, definitely worth mentioning, it has a pocket to hold a water hydration sleeve like a CamelBak (purchased separately), external water bottle pocket, hiking pole attachments and a removable webbing waist belt. A rain cover is included and it’s available in multiple colors.

  

:: Marmot Women’s 1/2 Zip Pullover to $26.95 (retails for $75).   With the perfect amount of warmth and stretch, the 100 weight stretch fleece and durable flat lock construction makes the Sunspot ½ Zip an ideal piece for throw-on layering.

:: Marmot Men’s E Line Packable Jacket drops to $94.45 with $10 OFF LeftLane new member credit (retails for $175).  The wind and water-resistant technical fabric will complement your favorite pair of jeans or khakis — plus, it’s a great weight for our mild Texas winter weather. Jacket features a host of handy pockets including a media pocket and  interior zippered pocket.

:: The Marmot sale also includes a nice selection of other men’s & women’s jackets, athletic clothing & gear, backpacks, tents, and other outdoor items.  See the entire sale here.

Don’t Forget The LeftLane Sports
HOT $10 Credit Offer For New Members!

When you sign up for LeftLane Sports daily deals for the first time, you’ll receive a $10 credit to use towards any LeftLane Sports order of $50 or more ~ including their exclusive Marmot sale!  It looks like you have 6 months to use the credit before it expires, but other than that, there are no other strings attached (we love this!). Do note that the $10 credit is only offered for new account sign-ups and that it is FREE to join.

How to get the $10 OFF LeftLane Sports credit:

  1. Go here to sign up for free and get the $10 Left Lane Sports credit! Once you are signed up as a new member, a $10 credit will be waiting for you to use on your minimum $50 Purchase.
  2. Find and select the Marmot sale or sale of choice by scrolling through the discount “boutiques” listed on LeftLane Sports (look for this image).
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  3. Make your purchase before Thursday. This sale goes away on Thursday (1/20/16), so you will not want to wait!  As usual with LeftLane Sports, many items do sell out quickly.

New to LeftLane Sports?  It’s a members-only (joining is free!) daily deal website featuring top endurance, outdoor, and sports brands — like Pearl Izumi, Asics, Columbia, Patagonia, and Camelbak — at typically 50-70% off retail price!  Whether you run, cycle, hike, camp, ski or swim they’ve got you covered with great daily sales.  Membership is free, and since I invited you, you’ll receive an instant $10 shopping credit towards your first purchase!   Learn more or join here free to get the $10 credit.

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FREE Printable 2016 12-Month Desk Calendar

2016 FREE Printable Desk Calendar

Creative and organizing blogger, Clean and Scenstible, has created a fun 2016 printable 12-month desk calendar that is FREE to download!

The calendar is available in two framable sizes (3.5×5 as well as 4×6).  We recommend printing the designs out on your favorite card stock paper and then trimming the designs with a straight edge trimmer to get a professional-looking finished edge (something like this one).

When you download the calendar, you will notice that there are 13 calendar months included, as there are two designs for the month of July – one with a July 4th theme and one with a Canada Day theme (be sure and print the one you prefer).

Use this wonderful little calendar as a practical way to liven up your desk or countertop for the year ahead!

:: Get your FREE 2016 Desk Calendar printables here.

Please note that the calendar artwork is for personal use only.

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2016 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Discount Tickets — How to Get FREE and 50% OFF Ticket Savings

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The 120th Anniversary celebration of the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo kicks off this Friday, and we’ve got all the inside scoop on how to get FREE and discounted tickets for this favorite annual event!

2016 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo

The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo 23 day event (January 15 – February 6) includes premier livestock shows, daily rodeo (extra ticket needed), musical entertainment, petting zoo, family friendly exhibits, and lots more. The daily schedule is packed full of special activities to enjoy and the list of exhibits and events is fresh each day.

Plan ahead and you can get 50% OFF Rodeo tickets or Stock Show grounds admission for FREE. Here’s how to save:

1. Early Bird Super SaverSpecial (available through January 15 & a savings on multiple days) ~ For a limited time, the Stock Show and Rodeo has a special Super Saver deal that nicely lowers the cost if you will be visiting the Stock Show grounds at least 4 days or more. With this $50 per person deal, you get 20 Midway Ride Coupons (worth $20) and a souvenir pin that provides daily ground admission, admission to 3 Museums (see info on the Moo-seum experience below), and entrance to all Livestock and Horse Shows during the entire 23 days of the show. Do note that this special deal is only available to purchase through January 15th. Go here to learn more.  Tip: if you miss the January 15 cut off date, go here to purchase the discounted multi-day pass & souvenir pin for $40, without the ride coupons.

2.  Early Bird Special 25% OFF Midway Ride Tickets ~ Through January 15th, get 20 midway ride tickets for $15 (normally $20 for 20 tickets). Coupons redeemable at any attraction including Mega Drop, Ferris Wheel and other thrilling rides. Go here to learn more.

3. Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Savings, up to 50% OFF Stock Show Admission or Rodeo Tickets ~ Present your valid FW Star-Telegram Press Pass when purchasing general grounds admission or rodeo tickets to get the following savings (Limit 4 discounts per Press Pass ):    

Press Pass Discounts:
$2 OFF Adult Grounds Admission every day
$6 OFF Weekday Matinee Rodeo performances

Gold Press Pass Holder Discounts:
$10 OFF all $19 Rodeo performances
Limit (4) discounts per valid Gold Press Pass. No promo code needed.

50% OFF Stock Show Grounds & Midway Rides on Wednesdays
All cardholders who present their valid Press Pass card at the box offices on Press Pass Wednesdays will receive 50% OFF the regular adult grounds admission price of $10 and half-price tickets for Midway ride tickets (regularly $1 each).  No promo code needed.

4. Fridays, 50% OFF Admission for Seniors ~ Senior citizens age 65 and over will be admitted to the Stock Show grounds every Friday throughout the show for $5 (that’s 50% OFF general admission).  Learn more here.

5.  FREE Grounds Admission, Tuesday, January 19 (Dickies Day) ~ Wear your Dickies logoed clothing item to the gate ticket office and receive FREE general admission to the Stock Show grounds for Tuesday, January 19 only.  Learn more here.

Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Goes Pink

6. FREE Rodeo Tickets for Breast Cancer Survivors on Pink Day, Tuesday, January 26 ~ In partnership with the Greater Fort Worth affiliate of Susan G. Komen, breast cancer survivors may receive a voucher a FREE Rodeo ticket for the evening performance on January 26. Additionally, survivors are invited to attend a free dessert and refreshments reception at 3:30pm. 50% of all general admission and rodeo ticket sales from all January 26 events will be donated to this worthy cause.  Learn more here.

7. FREE Grounds Admission for TCU Fans & HALF OFF Rodeo Tickets for TCU Students, Thursday January 28 (TCU Day) ~ Wear any TCU  logoed gear on TCU day to receive FREE general admission to the Stock show grounds (rodeo performance not included). TCU students with a valid/current student I.D. can also get $10 rodeo tickets (regularly $20) for performances on this day. Learn more here.

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8. FREE Grounds Admission AND Rodeo for Military Appreciation Day, Monday, February 1 ~ Present your military ID (active or retired) at the Rodeo Ticket Box Office and receive FREE tickets to the Rodeo (includes Grounds admission) for you and your immediate family for the 2:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. performance (you can get your tickets now!).  Thank you for your service! Learn more here.

           

9.  FREE Stock Show Grounds Admission For Museum Members ~ If you’re a member of The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, the Cattle Raisers Museum or the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame, you can get into the Stock Show Grounds for FREE any day. Museum members must present  a current Museum Membership card and photo ID at a Stock Show ticket booth to receive free entry.  Learn more here.

10.  Special Cowboys & Culture Moo-seum bonus (I love this!) ~ For the 5th straight year, your Stock Show grounds admission ticket can be used to get FREE admission (January 15 to February 6) to The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, the Cattle Raisers Museum or the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. For adults, that’s an extra savings of $24, if you visit all 3! Learn more about the “Moo-seum” program, here.

11.  Free & Convenient Parking For Modern Museum Members ~ Show your current Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth membership card to the Modern’s parking lot attendant to park in the museum’s lot for free!

Details, details
When: The 2016 Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo takes place
January 15 through February 6.  Learn more here.

Where:  3400 Burnett-Tandy Dr. Click here for driving directions.

Parking:  A Special Park & Ride shuttle will be available Saturdays and Sundays during the Stock Show.  It will take you directly from Billy Bob’s North Lot to the front gate, pick you up, and return you to your vehicle parking lot for only $5 per car.  To find out more, click here.

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