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Heading to Dallas for the Mavericks Championship Victory Parade on Thursday? Read These Tips.

Posted on June 15, 2011 | 2 comments

250,000 people are expected to descend on Dallas on Thursday to pay tribute to the Dallas Mavericks after their NBA championship win over the Miami Heat.

If you are one of the dedicated Mavs fans who are willing to fight the crowds and cheer on the home team at the championship parade, check out this round-up of helpful information:

Parade Start time: Crowds are expected to start gathering several hours before the official start time of 10AM (Thursday, June 16) ~ if you want a good viewing spot along the parade route, you’ll want to get there early. The parade is expected to last an hour and will end in a pep rally at Victory Plaza (only 10,000 will be allowed into the plaza). Visit dallascityhall.com for more event details.
Parade Route: Streets close at 8AM on Thursday along the parade path and fans can line up behind the barricades beginning at 7AM. Festivities begin at the Dallas Convention Center (at Young and Griffin streets downtown), head west on Young Street to Union Station, goes North on Houston Street (past Dealey Plaza), and then to Continental and Victory avenues to end at American Airlines Center. Check out this handy Google Map which shows the route as well as the public transportation train stops along the way.
Getting there by train: Police are urging parade-goers to use public transportation to get to the parade. The Trinity Railway Express is easy to catch from Fort Worth and has two stations along the parade route ~ Victory Station (drops off close to the American Airlines Center) and Union Station, near the parade route start. Do leave yourself some extra time to get to your stop, as the trains are expected to be crowded tomorrow. Go here to get more info on the Trinity Railway Express.
Driving & Parking: Driving into downtown will likely take a great deal of patience, but there is expected to be plenty of parking available once you arrive. Dallas Mayor, Dwaine Caraway says, “We cannot stress enough how important it is for people to come downtown early….we encourage you to take the public transportation, but we also encourage all of you that are coming to carpool.” Go here to see a map of downtown Dallas public parking.
Cost: FREE (Thank you Mark Cuban for footing the bill!)

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Kids Eat FREE Today at Chili’s (June 13th)!

Posted on June 13, 2011 | 3 comments

Bring your kids to Chili’s today to get a FREE Kids’ Meal with an Adult entrée purchase! Print the coupon and use it any time today (Monday, June 13th).

Plus: Go here to sign up for Chili’s Email Newsletter and they will instantly send you a coupon for a FREE chips & queso.

*Update: While the small print says this coupon is for California and Utah, I have been told by the folks at Chili’s that this is valid and will be honored at all DFW Chili’s restaurants.

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FREE DVD Movie Rental Codes For BlockBuster Express ~ Through Monday, June 13

Posted on June 8, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Enjoy a FREE night at the movies in the comfort of your home from BlockBuster Express!

How: Use these 5 promo codes to get a FREE Blockbuster Express rental:

22JMEB4 (Valid through June 8)
25ASJA9 (Valid through June 13)
29BACC2 (Valid through June 13)
25JBHS7 (Valid through June 13)
26RRAP8 (Valid through June 13)

These codes will work with any $1 rental. Just be sure to return the movie by 9PM the next day, (otherwise you get charged an extra day). Note: Each rental code can only be used once per credit/debit card.

When: Codes are good at any BlockBuster Express through June 13, 2011.

Where: To find a BlockBuster Express location near you, click here. BlockBuster Express locations can be found in DFW at most Quick Trip, Race Trac, Tom Thumb, Brookshire, and 7-11 convenience stores.

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REMINDER: FREE Fort Worth Sundance Square 2011 Outdoor Movie Thursday ~ Julie & Julia

Posted on June 8, 2011 | Leave a comment

Downtown Fort Worth Sundance Square’s 2011 FREE outdoor movie series, Stars under the Stars, continues tomorrow evening (June 9) with Julie and Julia. Each Thursday evening in June, the Chisholm Trail Parking Lot will convert to an outdoor movie theatre and will feature classic box-office hits on a giant 40′ x 20′ Airscreen. Be sure to bring your picnic blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Or if you like, folding chairs will also be available for a $2 rental fee. Gates open at 8pm with kids activities including a rock-climbing wall.

Weekly Movie Night Schedule:

June 9 Julie & Julia
June 16 Despicable Me
June 23 The Bucket List
June 30 Seabiscuit

Snack food will be available for purchase. Do note that pets, outside food, drinks and coolers are not allowed. Remember, too, parking is FREE after 5 p.m. at all Sundance Square parking lots and garages.

Details, details
What: Learn more about Sundance Square’s FREE outdoor Movie Series,
Stars Under the Stars, here.
Where: Chisholm Trail Parking Lot at Sundance Square (Main Street
between 3rd and 4th streets). Click here to find available FREE
parking options.
When: Movies take place every Thursday in June around dusk (about 9pm).
See movie schedule, here. Kids activities available at 8pm.
Cost: FREE. Food is extra and you can rent a chair for $2 if you wish.

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End of School Reminder: Good Grades = A FREE Rental from Blockbuster!

Posted on June 7, 2011 | Leave a comment

Get a FREE Rental From Blockbuster with Good Grades!
Blockbuster is rewarding your student’s hard work with a FREE movie rental from their stores. Qualifying students can get 1 free rental per grading period. Go here to learn more.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (June 3-5 Edition) ~ Lots of Great End of School Family Fun!

Posted on June 3, 2011 | 1 comment

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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!).

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series ~ Featuring Soul Track Mind
FREE Film Under the Stars (Shrek Forever After) in Keller
FREE Star Gazing Party ~ Fort Worth Science & History Museum/Noble Planetarium
CHEAP Kids Cow Camp at the Ft. Worth Stockyards
FREE Entrance to Fort Worth Science & History Museum
FREE Family Event at the Nasher Sculpture Center – Dallas
FREE Outdoor BBQ Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
Friday, June 3, 2011

Join your family and friends at this weekends FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of Levitt Pavilion’s 50 nights of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The entertainment schedule includes a wide span of music genres including jazz, pop, latin, country and even special events just for kids. The Friday evening concert (June 3) features Soul Track Mind – ‘60s and ‘70s era soul and R&B with flares of jazz, blues, funk and dance rhythms

Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the outdoor entertainment! Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s 50 day of concerts,
click here.
Where: Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of
Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall).
View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM. See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

:: Catch a FREE Family Fun Film with Movies Under The Stars
in Keller ~ Featuring Shrek Forever After (PG)
Friday, June 3, 2011

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Shrek Forever After on the big screen, under the stars at Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller. The movie will begin at 9:00PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Get there by 8:00PM to find a good spot and enjoy a variety of family games and activities.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 3. Family Games and Activities begin at
8:00PM. Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE ~ Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
Saturday, June 4, 2011

Join the Noble Planetarium staff for their 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 information about Noble Planetarium’s Star Parties,
    click here.
When: Saturday, June 4 ~ 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.

:: FREE ~ Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
Saturday, June 4, 2011

Fort Worth’s herd cowboys will present a fun and educational demonstration about the tools, equipment and techniques used during the cattle drive era of the late 1800′s at Fort Worth Cow Camp. Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive experiences including roping sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations, and more.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 4, 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building,
located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here.
Cost: $1

:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
Saturday and Sunday, June 4 & 5, 2011

Bank of America’s 2011 national program, Museums On Us offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to 120 participating museums throughout the U.S. This FREE Admission program takes place this weekend (June 4 & 5) in Fort Worth at the recently renovated Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.

Details, details
What: To find out more about Bank of America’s Museums On Us
    program, go here. To learn more about The Fort Worth Museum of
    Science & History, click here.
How: Show a photo ID and any Bank of America Card to get FREE admission.
Where: The Fort Worth Science & History Museum, 1600 Gendy St.
    (corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). Click here for directions.
When: Saturday and Sunday, June 4 & 5 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Cost: FREE to Bank of America Cardholders (Reg: $14 Adults, $10 Children)

Other DFW Museums With FREE Admission This Weekend:

Dallas Museum of Art
Dallas Museum of Nature and Science

:: Take an “Art-Full” Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.
Saturday, June 4, 2011

The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays for families. Held the first Saturday of every month, this special event features FREE admission and a fun schedule of activities for the kids.

Details, details
What: For details, including complete schedule, click here.
When: Saturday, June 4, 2011 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, June 5, 2011

Learn a new BBQ Cooking Technique!
June’s technique lessons at Williams-Sonoma will focus on the outdoor barbecue cooking styles of 4 regions–the Carolinas, Memphis, Kansas City and Texas (yeah!). This series of classes will feature recipes for regional food and drinks, along with tips for setting an outdoor table. You’ll also get an opportunity to try delicious samples, and save 10% off on purchases made the same day!

Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, June 5~ 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.

Congratulations to all the kids (and teachers) who finished school this week ~ Let the summer fun begin!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Memorial Day Weekend Events ~ May 27-30, 2011

Posted on May 27, 2011 | 2 comments

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series ~ Featuring 70s Pop Stars, Ambrosia and Western Group The Quebe Sisters
FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
FREE Memorial Day Weekend at the Ft. Worth Stockyards
FREE Old Fashioned Memorial Day Veteran’s Celebration and Parade in Historic Granbury
FREE Outdoor Family Event at Bass Pro Shops
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Lowes

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
Featuring Ambrosia and the Quebe Sisters Band
Friday and Saturday, May 27 & 28, 2011

Join your family and friends to celebrate the kick off of 50 days of FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington. Friday night, they will be launching their 50 nights of free music, dance and performing arts – under the stars! The performance schedule includes a wide span of music genres including jazz, pop, latin, country and even special events just for kids. This weekends concert launch includes:

• Friday, May 27 – Ambrosia – 70s Era Pop Music Band
• Saturday, May 28 – The Quebe Sisters Band – Western swing, vintage country, bluegrass, and jazz.

Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the outdoor entertainment! Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s 50 day of concerts, click here.
Where: Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM. See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
Friday, May 27, 2011 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular firework shows 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, and they will have a DJ, games for kids, 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
• 9:00PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine
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 viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

:: FREE ~ Spend Memorial Day Weekend at the Ft. Worth Stockyards
Saturday, May 28, 2011

Enjoy the Memorial Day Weekend with your family, cowboy style at Fort Worth’s
stockyards! A fun day of activities is in store including:

Live Music 2:00– 5:00PM
Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive 11:30AM and 4:00PM
Gunfight Shows 11:45AM and 4:15PM
Horsemanship Training Class 9:00AM–6:00PM
Fort Worth Herd Cow Camp 1:30–2:30PM

Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive
experiences including roping, sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations
and more.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, May 28, 2011. Go here for a complete schedule of events.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Avenue.
For directions and parking, click here.
Cost: Generally FREE. Admission fees apply to some events: Cow Camp is $1, Admission to the Horsemanship Training Class is $5.

:: Old Fashioned Memorial Day Veteran’s Celebration and
Parade in Historic Granbury
Saturday to Monday, May 28 to 30 , 2011

Extend a well-deserved “thank you” to America’s veterans by joining the city of Granbury for their Memorial Day Veteran’s Celebration. This 3-day event will include a variety of foods from local restaurants, a cook-off, arts and crafts for purchase, games and an old-fashioned Memorial Day parade around Granbury Square.

Details, details
What: For more information about the Memorial Day Weekend Veteran’s Celebration in Granbury, click here.
When: Daily, May 28-30, 2011. See schedule details here.
Memorial Day Veterans Parade ~ Monday, May 30 – 11:00AM
Where: Downtown Granbury Historical Square (Shanley Park)
Cost: Attendance is FREE!

:: FREE ~ Outdoor Family Event at Bass Pro Shops
Saturday and Sunday, May 28 to 29, 2011

This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Outdoor Family
Fun Weekend Event. There will be FREE Family Photos, several FREE seminars offered, kids crafts, games, outdoor activities, and more!

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, May 28 & 29
For schedule of seminars and activities, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Biplane Project
Saturday, May 28, 2011

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 make sure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, May 28, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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Kids Summer Reading Programs = FREE Books & More Great Rewards

Posted on May 25, 2011 | 2 comments

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: Form 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:

Fort Worth: Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge
Arlington: Summer Reading Club for Kids
Southlake: Summer Reading Club
Denton: Library Summer Reading Program
Euless: Catch the Reader Express

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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2011 Cheap Summer Family Movies Roundup – Beat the Heat AND High Movie Prices!

Posted on May 19, 2011 | 3 comments

Get out of the summer heat and have some fun with the kids with these cheap (or FREE!) Fort Worth area summer movie series.
There are lots of family friendly movies to choose from including Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything, Charlotte’s Web, Despicable Me, and many more! Following is a roundup of local kids movies series to check out:

:: HARKINS SUMMER MOVIE FUN
Harkins Theatres in Southlake is bringing back its 10-week Summer Movie Fun Program, Monday Through Friday, from June 6 through August 12, 9:45AM. It’s as low as 50 cents a movie ($5 for 10 movies or $2 for individual tickets). Find details and a list of scheduled movies at harkinstheatres.com.

:: CINEMARK/TINSELTOWN SUMMER MOVIE CLUBHOUSE
The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse is back for summer 2011! The weekly morning movies start in June, but you can purchase your pass in advance ($5 for 10 movies or $1 at the door). Find details and a list of participating theaters at Cinemark’s website (here).

:: REGAL THEATRES SUMMER MOVIE EXPRESS
Regal theatres is offering nine weeks (June 7 to August 3) of fun-filled movies for kids and parents, for $1/person! There are 18 movies to choose from, showing at 10AM each Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show and are first-come, first-served seating. In Fort Worth, you’ll find the Summer Movie Express Family Film Festival at: Fossil Creek Stadium 11 and Eastchase Stadium 9. Learn more here.

:: STUDIO MOVIE GRILL IN ARLINGTON
Studio Movie Grill’s Summer Children’s Series will run from May 30 through Aug. 19 and will feature 11 different movies. Children’s tickets are $1 and adults are $2 at the theaters in Arlington, Dallas, Lewisville and Plano. In addition, the theater will continue its occasional free screenings for kids with special needs, sponsored by Variety the Children’s Charity (love that they do this!!). Learn more at studiomoviegrill.com (click on “Family Fun” at the bottom for dates and details about the special free screenings).

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REMINDER: FREE Monthly Jazz Concert Thursday (May 19), Featuring The Jerry Hahn Quartet

Posted on May 17, 2011 | Leave a comment

All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
If you are a jazz fan, then you will want to check out this year’s Third Thursday Jazz Series, sponsored by the Fort Worth Jazz Society.

This seven-concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. The monthly lineup includes jazz guitarist Jerry Hahn, acclaimed by Rolling Stone Magazine; Paul Unger who has performed with such artists as Kevin Eubanks, Bob Newhart, Bernadette Peters, and Andrea Bocelli; as well as other fantastic jazz artists that will feature everything from swing jazz to Count Basie blues.

The Jerry Hahn Quartet ~ Featured May 19th.
The series continues this Thursday, May 19 and features Jerry Hahn and his quartet. One of the most celebrated guitarists of his generation, Hahn is an innovative musician who has made many contributions to the fusion movement. Rolling Stone calls this internationally known performer “One of the best jazz guitarists in the country.”

Details, details
What: For more information about the jazz series, visit the website.
When: Thursday, May 19, 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below
for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can
park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking
garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket
validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

May 19: Jerry Hahn Quartet. Rolling Stone magazine called Hahn “one of the best jazz guitarists in the country.”
June 16: Corner Pocket. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform swinging songs from Basie to the Blues.
July 21: Duane Durrett Quintet. Featuring Victor Cager and Mack Goldsbury, this quintet will perform the songs of the great duo John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman.
August 18: Kristin Korb Trio. This acclaimed singer and bassist will take a fresh look at the great American songbook.
September 15: Fred Hersch Trio. The featured act of our series, Down Beat magazine calls Hersch a “brilliant composer and pianist.”
October 20: Paul Unger Septet. Unger’s group will perform “Pathway to Fusion,” the music of Miles Davis from the ’60s and ’70s.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (May 13-15 Edition) ~ FREE Brave Combo Concert, FREE Outdoor Festivals, FREE Classes and More!

Posted on May 13, 2011 | Leave a comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Brave Combo Outdoor Concert & Family Fun Event at NRH2O in North Richland Hills
FREE Grapevine’s Main Street Days Outdoor Festival
FREE Ft.Worth Stockyards 11th Annual Frontier Fort Days
FREE Cooking Techniques Class at Williams Sonoma
FREE Outdoor Decorating Class at Pottery Barn

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:: FREE Brave Combo Concert & Family Fun Event at NRH2O
Friday, May 13, 2011

With this evening promising perfect spring weather (finally!), this is a great time to get outside and enjoy a fun concert featuring favorite local band, Brave Combo! Part of NRH2O’s “Sounds of Spring” outdoor concert series, this free family event also includes games and crafts for the kids.

Details, details
What: For more information about this City of North Richland Hills sponsored
music event, go here or to see a quick video, go here.
When: Friday, May 13, 2011 ~ Gates open at 6:00pm
Where: The Sounds of Spring Concert series takes place on the grounds of
NRH2O Family Water Park, 9001 Boulevard 26.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE ~ Grapevine’s Main Street Days Outdoor Festival
Friday-Sunday, May 13-15, 2011

Bring the family to downtown Grapevine for a weekend festival full of fun
family activities, live entertainment, food and more. Festival guests will
have the opportunity to enjoy live entertainment on four stages featuring a variety of music from rock and R&B to bluegrass and country, enjoy festival foods, arts and crafts, carnival rides, and mini excursions on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad.

Details, details
What: For more details about the festival, click here.
Where: The festival takes place in historic Downtown Grapevine. For
directions and parking details, go here.
When: Friday to Sunday, May 13-15, 2011
Friday & Saturday ~ 9:30AM-Midnight
Sunday ~ 10:30AM – 6:30PM
Cost: Friday 10am-5pm, get FREE Admission (food & rides are extra).
Go here for ticket pricing for other days.

:: Ft.Worth Stockyards ~ 11th Annual Frontier Fort Days ~ FREE
Friday and Saturday ~ May 13-14, 2011

Bring the family to the 11th Annual Frontier Fort Days Texas heritage event
at the Fort Worth Stockyards. Exchange Avenue in the Stockyards will be lined
with encampments of historic fort sites from the Texas Forts Trail and elsewhere
in Texas. During this FREE event, you will get to experience an authentic representation of life on the Texas frontier including authentic wagons, music, and more. Hourly events include infantry demonstrations, native american dance, military parades and more.

Details, details
What: For more details about Frontier Fort Days, along with a schedule of
events & activities, click here.
Where: At the Stockyards Station ~ 130 East Exchange Ave.
For directions, click here.
When: Friday and Saturday, May 13-14, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, May 15, 2011

Improve your grill skills!
Join Williams-Sonoma as they teach basic grill skills for cooking more than just meat & chicken. During this technique class, William’s Sonoma will show you how to grill vegetables to crisp-tender perfection, make an impressive grilled
romaine salad, and prepare flavorful sauces and relishes to serve with your meal. 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: Sunday, May 13, 2011 ~ 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.

:: FREE Class: Learn to Design An Outdoor Space at Pottery Barn
Sunday, May 15, 2011

Get new ideas for livening up your outdoor space.
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store decorating class, where they will share helpful tips for creating an outdoor space you will love!

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, May 15 ~ Times & dates differ by store ~ be sure to call
your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (May 6-8) ~ Mayfest, FREE Museum Admission, FREE Creative Classes & More Family Fun!

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This weekend’s highlights include:

Fort Worth Mayfest ~ Take in some great family fun, music and food at this annual Fort Worth event!
FREE Fort Worth Science & History Museum Admission ~ Bank of America continues its national program, Museums On Us.
FREE Nasher Sculpture Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day ~ Head to Dallas for a great day of family art activities.
FREE Container Garden Design Clinic & FREE Mother’s Day Planting Station at Calloway’s Nursery ~ Two fun gardening events!
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Home Depot & Lowes ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
FREE Make it/Take it Scrapbook Mom’s Day Craft Event at Michael’s ~ Have fun making a special scrapbook page for Mom!

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:: 39th Annual Fort Worth May Fest Event
Now through May 8, 2011

Enjoy a fun time with your family and friends at the 39th annual May Fest event. This Fort Worth festival is packed with live entertainment (7 stages of music and performing arts), children’s activities, festival food, and more attractions.

Details, details
What: Get more details and a full schedule at the Mayfest website,  here.
When: May 5-8, 2011
Where: Mayfest is held in Fort Worth’s Trinity Park (along the banks
of the Trinity River).   Go here for directions.
Cost: $8.00 Adults, $5.00 Children 6-12, Children 5 and under are
FREE. All profits from Mayfest, Inc. are returned to the Fort
Worth community.

:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
…ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
…Saturday and Sunday, May 7-8, 2011

Bank of America continues its national program, Museums On Us and offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to over 150 participating museums throughout the U.S.

This FREE Admission program takes place this weekend (May 7-8) in Fort Worth at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.

Details, details
What: To find out more about Bank of America’s Museums On Us
program, go here. To learn more about The Fort Worth Museum of
Science & History, click here.
How: Show a photo ID and any Bank of America Card to get FREE
admission for each Bank of America Card Holder.
Where:The Fort Worth Science & History Museum, 1600 Gendy St.
(corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). Go here for directions.
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 7-8, 2011 ~ 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Cost: FREE to Bank of America Cardholders (Reg: $14 Adults, $10 Children)

Other DFW Museums With FREE Admission This Weekend:

Dallas Museum of Art
Dallas Museum of Nature and Science

:: Take an Art Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.
…Saturday, May 7, 2011

The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays
for families. Held the first Saturday of every month, this special
event features FREE admission and a fun schedule of activities for
the kids.

Details, details
What: For details, including complete schedule, click here.
When: Saturday, May 7, 2011 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE!

:: Attend a FREE Container Garden Design Class & Mother’s
….Day Event at Calloway’s Nursery
….Saturday, May 7, 2011

This Saturday, Calloway’s Nursery is hosting some great events just in time for Mother’s Day:

FREE Container Garden Design Class. This is a great way to expand your garden design knowledge, and learn container garden design tips from the experts! The event is FREE and open to the public. Learn more, here.

FREE Plant a Flower for Mom Event. Visit Calloway’s throughout the day on Saturday or Sunday and help your child plant a flower for Mother’s Day. Go here for more info.

Details, details
What: For more info about Calloway’s and these events, click here.
When: The Container Garden Design Class is Saturday,
May 7, 2011, 10:15am. For the Plant a Flower for Mom Event, pop
by during store hours, Saturday-Sunday, May 7 & 8 (while supplies last).
Where: Any Calloway’s store location in DFW. Find a store near you, here.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE ~ Home Depot ~ Build. Learn. Create. Kids Workshop
…Saturday, May 7, 2011

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help
them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE Planter to take home ~ a perfect gift for Mom’s Day!

Each Kids Workshop participant will receive a kid-sized orange apron
(similar to a Home Depot associate apron) and an achievement pin. 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 ages 5-12. Get more information about the workshop, here.
When: Saturday, May 7, 2011 ~ 9:00AM to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost:FREE!

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Mother’s Day Vase
Saturday, May 7, 2011

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 ensure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, May 7, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores Mother’s Day Craft Event
Saturday, May 7, 2011

Celebrate National Scrapbook Day by creating a custom scrapbook page for Mother’s Day. This craft event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have craft supplies since this is a “while supplies last” event. Ages 14 and up.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, May 7 – 10:00AM-12:00PM.
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (April 29 – May 1 Edition) ~ Lots of FREE Fun In Store!

Posted on April 29, 2011 | 2 comments

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Self-guided Walking Tour of Fort Worth
FREE Nash Farm Family Fun & Kite Flying Event
FREE Cooking Techniques Class at Williams Sonoma
FREE Flower Arrangement Class at Pottery Barn

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:: Enjoy a FREE Self-guided Tour of Fort Worth

With this weekend ~~taunting us with~~ promising perfect spring weather :), this is a great time to get outside and enjoy all that our city has to offer! Fort Worth Visitors Bureau has published a clever collection of illustrated “points of interest” city maps, making it simple to customize your own self-guided walking or driving tour. Map choices include:

DFW Area Map
Cultural District Walking Map (even includes outdoor sculpture locations)
Downtown Walking Map
Stockyards District Walking Map

Click here to get to the FREE downloadable maps and enjoy our wonderful city!

:: FREE! Nash Farm Family Kite Flying Event in Grapevine
Saturday, April 30, 2011

Historic Nash Farm in Grapevine is hosting a FREE Family Fun & Kite flying event! There will be a full day of activities for all, including tractor rides, sack races, kite flying and more. Get a taste of farm life just steps away from the heart of the city.

Details, details
What: For more information about the 110 acre Nash Farm and the
family fun and kite flying event, go here.
When: Saturday, April 30, 2011, 10:00AM to 12:00PM
Where: Nash Farm ~ 626 Ball Street ~ near Historic Downtown Grapevine
Free Parking 1 Block west of Nash Farm at Cannon Elementary or
at the Botanical Gardens and Homestead Dr.
Cost: FREE! Donations are appreciated and benefit Heritage Education
Programs at Nash Farm. Tractor rides $1 per person, kites $2.

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, May 1, 2011

Improve your knife skills!
Join Williams-Sonoma as they teach basic knife skills to practice at home. During this technique class, William’s Sonoma will cover correct grip, proper food placement, slicing, dicing, and chopping as well as more advanced cuts such as chiffonade, juilienne and more! 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: Sunday, May 1, 2011 ~ 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.

:: Learn How to Arrange Flowers at a FREE Pottery Barn Class
Sunday, May 1, 2011

Get new ideas for freshening up your home with flowers!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for arranging artful botanicals. You’ll also customize your own display for a perfect Mother’s Day gift!

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, May 1 ~ Times & dates differ by store ~ be sure to call
your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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Frugal & Fun Ft. Worth Weekend Events (April 15-17 Edition) ~ Main Street Arts Fest, The Blue Angels Air Show, Mini-Symphony Concerts and More!

Posted on April 15, 2011 | Leave a comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Fort Worth Main Street Arts Festival
FREE Fort Worth Symphony Open House & Mini Concerts
FREE Blue Angels & Air Show at the Naval Air Station
Fort Worth Botanic Japanese Garden Spring Festival
FREE Juried Art Show and Concert in Southlake

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:: Main Street Arts Festival ~ Downtown Fort Worth
Now through Sunday, April 17, 2011

One of our favorite events in Fort Worth is FINALLY here! The Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival showcases more than 200 of the nation’s finest artists at this juried art show. There’s savory food, live concerts, performance artists, kids activities, street performers, and more!

Details, Details
What: Learn more about Main Street Arts Fest, here.
Where:  Downtown Fort Worth on Main Street and generally
    around Sundance Square  (between 3rd and 4th streets).
    Click here to find available FREE parking options.
When: Through Sunday, April 17
Cost: FREE!

:: Fort Worth Symphony Open House at Main St. Arts Festival
Saturday, April 16, 2011

For the first time, the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra will be part of Main Street Arts Festival! On Saturday, April 16th, the orchestra will hold an open house at Bass performance Hall that includes a series of free mini-concerts conducted by Music Director Miguel Harth-Bedoya. Lobby activities include an instrument “petting zoo” for kids, meet-and greets with musicians and more. There are no tickets required and it is a come-and-go, casual atmosphere. Free FWSO T-shirts for the first 50 audience members at each concert and goodie bags for everyone who attends!

Details, Details
What: Learn more about the open house, here.
Where: Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St, Fort Worth
Click here to find available FREE parking options.
When: Saturday, April 16 ~ 1:30-4:30PM (Come and Go)
Cost: FREE!

:: Naval Air Station ~ FREE Air Show featuring the Blue Angels
Saturday-Sunday, April 16-17, 2011

Bring the family to the NAS Fort Worth JRB base for a full-day of FREE fun including the Blue Angels, flight aerobatic demonstrations, static displays(including warbirds, helicopters and jets), family activities, live music concert, food and more.

Details, details
What: For more details about the air show, click here.
Where: Naval Air Station and Joint Reserve Base, Fort Worth.
        For directions, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, April 16-17, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
        Air Show starts at 11:00 AM
Cost: FREE

:: FW Botanic Garden Spring Festival in the Japanese Garden
Saturday & Sunday, April 16-17, 2011

Feast your eyes on the spectacular spring color of the beautiful Japanese
garden (voted as one of the most beautiful places in Fort Worth) while
you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, demonstrations, papermaking, docent-lead tours, tea ceremonies and more.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: April 16-17, Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM,
    Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard.
    Japanese festival parking will be in the Linden Street lot click here.
    For directions to the gardens and other details, click here.
Cost: Adults $5.00, Children 4-12 $3.00, under 4 free.

:: FREE ~ Southlake Art in the Square, Art Show & Sale
Friday-Sunday, April 15-17, 2011

This annual three-day juried art festival offers over 140 national and local unique artists, children’s activities, live entertainment and more in the beautiful setting of Southlake Town Square.

Details, details
What: For more details about the art show, click here.
Where: Southlake Town Square – Main St. @ Southlake Blvd.
    (F.M. 1709) Click here for directions and a map.
When: Friday – Sunday, April 15-17,
    Click here for a daily schedule.
Cost: FREE

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (April 8-10) ~ FREE NASCAR Events, FREE Family Fun Museum Event, Creative Classes, & More!

Posted on April 8, 2011 | Leave a comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE NASCAR Events ~ Meet Jeff Gordon and other drivers. Experience the energy of the biggest NASCAR weekend in Texas for free!
4th Annual Old Town Keller Crawfish Krawl ~ Enjoy Old Town Keller, great live music, and some fantastic Cajun food.
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinic at Lowe’s ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
FREE Kids Craft Event at Michael’s ~ Have fun trying out Crayola’s newest products or decorating an Easter pail to take home.
FREE Family Fun Day at the Amon Carter ~ Creative entertainment for the family in a world-class museum!
Williams Sonoma Cooking Technique Class ~ Get fresh ideas for cooking new dishes at home. This weeks demo highlights how to make different kinds of pasta from scratch.
FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class ~ Learn how to create a beautiful and inviting living room environment.

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:: Zoom Over to NASCAR Weekend’s FREE Events!
All Weekend, April 8-10, 2011

Want to take part in NASCAR race weekend events without all the expense (and need for earplugs)? Take in one of the many FREE related events happening around the area including NASCAR driver appearances (including Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart), FREE giveaways and more.

Details, details
What: Go here, to learn more about FREE NASCAR weekend
events and see an updated list of driver appearances.
When: All weekend, April 8-10 ~ go here for schedule details.
Where: Locations vary by event, but mainly take place in North
Fort Worth venues. Link here for location details.

:: FREE Admission to Old Town Keller Crawfish Krawl!
Saturday, April 9th

Stroll through Historic Old Town Keller at the 4th annual Crawfish Krawl! Enjoy a day filled with great Cajun food like jambalaya, etoufee and of course, don’t miss the crawfish! This fun event will include live music, activities for the kids, and more.

Details, details
What: Learn more about the Keller Crawfish Krawl, here.
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011 ~ Noon to 9:00PM
Where: Old Town Keller, Olive and Pecan Streets
Cost: Entrance to this event is FREE. Food and some activities
are extra.

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Sports Pinball Game
Saturday, April 9th

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 ensure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores Craft Events
Saturday, April 9th & Sunday April 1oth

If your child loves to be creative, pop by Michael’s this weekend for a couple of fun craft events. On Saturday, kids will get to try their hand at Crayola’s new Neon Explosion markers. And on Sunday, they will be able to make their own hand-decorated Easter Pail to keep or give as a gift. For ages 3 and up. This craft event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to
insure you have craft supplies for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Crayola event is Saturday, April 9 – 10:00AM-1:00PM. The
Easter Pail event is Sunday, April 10 – 1:00PM – 3:00PM
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE with purchase of wooden frame

:: Enjoy a FREE Family Fun day at the Amon Carter Museum!
Sunday, April 10th

Head to the Amon Carter for their free Family Fun day on Sunday afternoon. Kids will get to explore artworks of plants and flowers in the galleries. Your family will be entertained by related fun activities and art projects. Refreshments are provided, and no reservations are required.

Details, details
When: Sunday, April 10, 2011 ~ 1:00 to 4:00PM
Where: Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard.
Get directions and parking details by clicking here.
Cost: Entrance to this event and the Amon Carter’s Museum is
always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, April 10th

Learn How to Make Pasta From Scratch!
During this technique class, William’s Sonoma will walk you through the basic ingredients and equipment needed for making authentic Italian style pasta. 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: Sunday, April 10, 2011 ~ 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.

:: Learn New Decor Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
Sunday, April 10th

Get new ideas for freshening up your living room!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for designing a relaxing and stylish spot for friends and family to gather.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place now through April 10th. Times & dates
differ by store ~ be sure to call your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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