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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (December 10-12) ~ Lots of FREE Family Christmas Events

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Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
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This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE Littlest Wiseman Christmas Pageant
• Visit Santa at the 55 Foot Sundance Square Christmas Tree
• FREE Christmas on Main Street Family Event in Grapevine
• Enjoy a Fun Day at the Historic Log Cabin Village
• FREE Santa’s Workshop Kids Fun At Bass Pro Shops
• FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Lowe’s

:: FREE! 50th Anniversary ~ Littlest Wiseman Christmas Pageant
Friday – Sunday, December 10-12, 2010

The Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts performs The Littlest Wiseman,
a pageant of the Nativity and presented as a Christmas gift to the
community by the Dorothy Shaw Bell Choir and through a grant from
the Walsh Foundation. Tickets are FREE, but it is recommended that
you make reservations in advance.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: December 10-12, 2010. Go here to view performance schedule.
Where: William Edrington Scott Theater ~ 1300 Gendy Street
    Fort Worth
Cost: FREE. Go here for ticket reservations. Note: Some dates are
    on a waiting list basis, but they assure us that you should still be
    able to get seated.

:: Visit the 55 Foot Christmas Tree and Say Hello to Santa
at Sundance Square in Downtown Fort Worth!

Stop by to see Santa at Sundance Square!
The jolly old elf will be waiting to hear Christmas wishes at his home near
the towering Sundance Square Christmas tree, adorned with thousands
of lights, colorful balls and sparkling snowflakes. Kids can get their
picture taken with Santa too!

Free entertainment and live Christmas music will be performed
throughout the day and evening (see the entertainment
schedule here).

Details, details
What: For more information about the event, click here.
   To learn more about the 52′ Christmas tree, click here.
When: Visit the tree any time between now and New Years.
    Santa visiting hours: Friday from 6-9PM,
    Saturday & Sunday from 11AM – 6PM, and
    Monday & Tuesday from 5-8PM
Where: Sundance Square, On Main Street (between 3rd and 4th streets)
Cost: FREE, Photos are $7, with the proceeds to benefit the
   Fort Worth Sister Cities’ Youth Scholarships

:: Christmas on Main Street Event ~ Grapevine
Friday – Sunday through December 17, 2010

The annual event, held on Main in Historic Downtown Grapevine, TX,
features Santa, jolly Christmas characters, complimentary hay rides
and decorations adorning the mile-long stretch of Main Street. Special
guests include: Ellie the Elf, Frosty the Snowman, Santa and his Reindeer!

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday – Sunday until Christmas. Go here to view times for
hay rides and kids games with Santa and his reindeer.
Where: Events center around the 300 block of Main Street in Grapevine
Cost: FREE

:: Enjoy a Fun Day at the Historic Log Cabin Village With The
Buttermilk Junction Old Time String Band
December 12 & 18, 2010

Celebrate the holidays Texas Pioneer Village style and enjoy the
delightful sounds of Buttermilk Junction, an Old-Time & Anglo-Celtic
band. You’ll feel like you’ve walked back in time, as you listen to
historical tunes and songs from 1800s era frontier Texas.
Learn more here.

Details, details
When: Sunday, Dec. 12 and Saturday Dec. 18, 2010 ~ 1:00-4:00PM
Where: Historic Log Cabin Village in Fort Worth
2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. Get directions by clicking here.
Cost: Cost is regular $4.50 admission

:: Santa’s Wonderland Event & FREE Santa Photos ~ Bass Pro Shops
Daily, Now through December 24, 2010

Bass Pro Shops is hosting fun daily events for kids, at their Santa’s
Wonderland. The festive events include FREE games and activities,
FREE crafts and a FREE photo with Santa. Activities vary by day.

Details, details
What: To see the full schedule of activities and events, click here.
When: Daily, now through December 24. For schedule, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Passenger Train
Saturday, December 11, 2010

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to
help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to
take home.

All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early
to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, December 11, 2010 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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FREE EVENT: Santa Visits North Texas & Lands Sleigh at Mrs Baird’s Fort Worth Bakery!

Posted on December 10, 2010 | 1 comment

Fort Worth, TX ~ News Release – Santa Claus announced today that he will land his sleigh at Mrs Baird’s in Fort Worth again this year to hear the holiday wishes of thousands of North Texas children. Parents are especially thrilled that the event, including professional color photos with Santa, sweet treats provided by Mrs Baird’s, and fun crafts for the kids, is 100 percent free of charge.

Santa will park his sleigh at the Mrs Baird’s Bakery at 7301 South Freeway in Fort Worth at the following times:

Friday – December 10, 2010 – 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday – December 11, 2010 – 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Sunday – December 12, 2010 – 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Friday – December 17, 2010 – 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday – December 18, 2010 – 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Sunday – December 19, 2010 – 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Guests can visit with Santa in a beautiful winter wonderland, have their picture taken with Old St. Nick and sample Santa’s favorite Mrs Baird’s sweet treats.

Santa has been visiting Mrs. Baird’s Bakery for over 70 years!Santa’s Mrs Baird’s bakery visits began in 1939 and were reinstated four years ago after an almost decade-long absence. Franklin Roosevelt was president, milk cost 14 cents a quart and bread cost 9 cents a loaf when Santa first visited the Mrs Baird’s bakery in Fort Worth. A visit to the company’s bakery on Summit Avenue became a holiday tradition with fond memories of visits with Santa and the aroma of fresh-baked bread. Santa’s visits attracted so many people that police officers had to be hired to direct traffic.

In the last four years, close to 23,000 excited visitors stopped by the bakery to sit in Mr. Claus’ lap and share their Christmas wishes. Parents were happy to avoid the lines, confusion and cost of visiting Santa at area malls. The events are free and include professional photographs with Santa and sweet treats. Due to demand, Santa’s winter wonderland has more than doubled in size to accommodate guests visiting Old St. Nick.

“I love visiting with all my North Texas friends and families at Mrs Baird’s,” said Santa. “I hope the many families that visited me before will return. The thousands of hugs, and almost-that-many donuts, fill my heart and my belly!”

“Santa is an honored guest at Mrs Baird’s and we’re proud to host him at our bakery,” said Dan Larson of Mrs Baird’s. “We know the great joy he brings to people of all ages and we will provide a colorful, fun setting for his visit again this year.”

Additionally, Santa and Mrs Baird’s are collecting toys for Cook Children’s Medical Center. Guests are invited, but not required, to bring a new toy to donate to the local hospital.

“Mrs Baird’s visits with Santa are a community tradition,” said Larson. “The community has supported Mrs Baird’s for more than 100 years and hosting Santa at the bakery is just one way we say thank you.”

The events are FREE and open to the public.

For more information go to the Mrs. Baird’s website, here.

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The Airfare Wars Are On! American, Southwest, & United Offer $48 One-Way to Lots of Destinations!

Posted on December 9, 2010 | 3 comments

Great Deals on Airfare To Over 5,000 Routes!
If you watched even a little bit of TV this week, you probably saw
one of Southwest’s commercials for its big new sale. Not to be
outdone, United, American, and a handful of other carriers have all
matched that sale with almost identical promotions of their own.

All promotions combined, more than 5,000 routes have been discounted
with fares starting at $48 one-way. AirTran, Alaska, Continental, Delta,
Frontier, JetBlue, and US Airways are also in the price-war mix with
unannounced (but similar) fares on their sale routes.

Note: To get the special pricing, you will need to book by
Monday, December 13, 2010 , for January 4- March 9 flights.

Details, Details
How: Go to American‘s, Southwest‘s, and United‘s sale and
    compare prices for the destination and dates of interest. Seats
    and availability are limited, so being flexible with your travel
    dates and times will likely help you find the lowest fares as you
    comparison shop.
When: Special fares are good for travel Jan. 4 to Mar. 9, 2011.
    You must book by Monday, December 13, 2010 to get the
    special fare. Book as soon as possible for best travel dates
    and options.

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FREE DVD Movie Rental From BlockBuster Express

Posted on December 9, 2010 | 1 comment

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

How: Get your free movie rental by using code XU14A at checkout
(Note: there is only one free rental per credit/debit card).

When: This code is good at any BlockBuster Express through January 7th.

Where: To find a BlockBuster Express location near you, click here.
BlockBuster Express locations can be found in DFW at most Quick Trips.

Thanks, Good Deal Mama!

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FREE Fun for Kids: Countdown to Santa’s Arrival

Posted on December 1, 2010 | 2 comments

If your little ones are beginning to eagerly anticipate the arrival of St.
Nicholas, here is a fun activity to keep them busy: track Santa’s
activities before his big arrival! Beginning today, you can follow one
of the world’s most famous travelers with NORAD’s Santa Tracker.

Daily Christmas Countdown Activities

Come back each day in December to receive updates from the North Pole
and discover new surprises in the Kids’ Countdown Village. On Christmas
Eve, find out where Santa and his reindeer are throughout the world, from
Australia to America, Norway to the North Pole, and beyond.

Track Santa on Your Mobile Phone

You’ll also be able to track Santa’s flight from your phone. On December
24th, open Google Maps for mobile and do a search for “Santa” to see
his latest location.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Placesetting Tips: Trying to Remember which Fork Goes Where?

Posted on November 24, 2010 | Leave a comment

This tip comes courtesy of my mother, the quintessential hostess…

Thanksgiving Table Setting

If you are like me, daily dinners at home rarely include a table formally set
with all the various forks, glasses, etc. If you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner
at your home and need a refresher on which fork goes where, Replacements,
Etc. has a handy guide for setting the table correctly for just about any type
of meal. Just follow the link here and you’ll be “Emily Post Etiquette”
approved!

And if you are still working on your menu…

There are some terrific FREE downloadable cookbooks and resources to help
give you inspiration, ideas, and yummy recipes:

Martha Stewart’s Cookbook ~ 30 Chef’s recipes in this gem.
Paula Deen Holiday Hosting Guide ~ Southern goodness on a plate!
Williams-Sonoma’s A Perfectly Simple Thanksgiving ~ Lots of great recipes, how-to-videos, and entertaining tips found on this link.
Taste of Home December Issue ~ The same issue that is on the Magazine stands!
allrecipes.com ~ I always look for 5-star-user-rated recipes. It’s like
getting your best friend’s, Aunt’s family favorite chocolate pie recipe!
Southern Living’s Online Food Section & Recipes ~ All the recipes
that you find in every monthly issue are archived here!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (November 19-21) ~ Southlake Christmas Tree Lighting, Thanksgiving Cooking Class, Kids Crafts and More!

Posted on November 19, 2010 | 1 comment

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Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates, here (FREE!).

This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE Southlake Town Square Christmas Tree Lighting Event
• FREE Santa’s Workshop Kids Fun At Bass Pro Shops
• FREE Time-Saving Thanksgiving Techniques
Class at Williams-Sonoma
• FREE Woodworking Kids Clinic at Lowe’s

:: Kick off your Christmas festivities with Southlake Town
Square’s 11th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration.
Saturday, November 20, 2010

Southlake’s Christmas Tree Lighting festivities will begin at 5:30pm with live entertainment from local choirs and groups. The tree lighting ceremony begins with the arrival of Old St. Nick who will switch on the lights and turn the square into a winter wonderland! Festivities also include free photos with Santa, carriage rides, hot chocolate, and kids crafts.

Details, details
When: Saturday, November 20, 2010 ~ 5:30-8:30PM
Where: Southlake Town Square ~ 1256 Main Street Suite 244
Cost: Entrance to event is FREE.

:: Santa’s Wonderland Event & FREE Santa Photos ~ Bass Pro Shops
Daily, Now through December 24, 2010

Bass Pro Shops is hosting fun daily events for kids, at their Santa’s Wonderland. The festive events include FREE games and activities, FREE crafts and a FREE photo with Santa. Activities vary by day.

Details, details
What: To see the full schedule of activities and events, click here.
When: Daily, now through December 24. For schedule, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, November 21 & 22, 2010

Learn how to save time preparing your Thanksgiving feast!
Join Williams-Sonoma for a FREE cooking class where they will show you
how to host a memorable Thanksgiving feast while saving time! You’ll learn
how to make a juicy turkey in LESS than 90 minutes (wow!), along with
quick and easy-to-prepare side dishes.

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 & Monday , November 21 & 22, 2010
    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 Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Snowman
Saturday, November 20, 2010

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to
help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to
take home.

All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early
to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, November 20, 2010 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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Enjoy a FREE Family Fun day at the Amon Carter Museum ~ November 14

Posted on November 11, 2010 | Leave a comment

The Amon Carter museum is offering a fun afternoon for the whole family
with their program, Picture This Family Fun day. Each family will
receive a free, disposable camera to use at activity stations. You’ll also have
the opportunity to:

Join in music and games with Radio Disney
Discover some of America’s great artist-photographers
Pose for pictures in a photo booth
Decorate a scrapbook
Enjoy refreshments.

Details, details
What: Get details about the Picture This Family Fun day, here.
When: Sunday, November 14, 2010 ~ 1:00PM 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 Amon Carter’s Museum is
always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

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Texas Rangers FREE Pumpkin Carving Stencil Templates and Texas Themed Jack-O-Lantern Pattern Ideas

Posted on October 25, 2010 | Leave a comment

Take your pumpkin carving skills to the next level and show your support
for the Texas Rangers as they head to the baseball World Series! There
are 6 FREE Texas Rangers and Texas themed printable template designs
available, compliments of the official Texas Rangers Fan pages.

Get the FREE printable jack-o-lantern templates here.

Looking for more FREE Jacko-lantern design ideas?
Our post from a few weeks ago features links to over 60 FREE
pumpkin stencils designs. Go here to see more choices!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (October 22-24) ~ FREE Concert in the Gardens, Cowboy Heritage Event, Fall Japanese Festival, and More!

Posted on October 22, 2010 | Leave a comment

This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE Sunset Concert in the Park ~ Grapevine
• FREE Events at the Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering
• Fall Festival in the Fort Worth Botanic Japanese Gardens
• FREE Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
• FREE Entertaining with Style Class at Pottery Barn
• FREE Kids Woodworking Class at Lowes

:: FREE Sunset Concert at the Grapevine Botanical Gardens
October 23, 2010

Enjoy a relaxing evening of music entertainment by Breckenridge,
surrounded by the beautiful Botanical Gardens in Grapevine. Bring a
blanket or chair and your own refreshments (no pets, glass or alcohol). Or,
dine on treats from PF Chang’s China Bistro which will be offering a special
menu for the concert. Fun children’s gardening activities will also be
available at the Ed & Edith Pewitt Educational Pavilion.

Details, Details
What: Find out more information from Grapevine Parks and Recreation,
here. Preorder dinner for 2 from the special PF Chang Menu here.
When: Saturday, October 23, 2010 ~ 7:00PM
Where: Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park, 411 Ball Street.
Cost: FREE!

:: Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering & Western Festival
Friday to Sunday, October 22-24, 2010

Join the Red Steagall Cowboy gathering in the Fort Worth Stockyards to
celebrate the 20th year of this première celebration of the West. Voted Best
Gathering and Best Family Event by the readers of American Cowboy Magazine.

Details, Details
What: Get more event info here. Visit the Red Steagall website, here.
When: Friday to Sunday, October 22-24. Get the full schedule, here.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards. Find a map & directions here.
Cost: Most outdoor street events on the schedule are FREE to the public.
    To get access to indoor events (like the rodeo), get tickets here (children
    under 12 are FREE.

:: Fall Festival at The Fort Worth Botanic’s, Japanese Gardens
Saturday and Sunday, October 23-24, 2010

The Fort Worth Botanic’s Japanese Garden, voted as one of the most
beautiful places in Fort Worth by the Star Telegram’s readers poll,
is celebrating their annual Fall Festival this weekend! Feast your eyes on
this beautiful garden while you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese
dance, music, demonstrations, papermaking, and tea ceremonies.

Details, details
What: For more information about the festival, click here.
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard.
All festival parking will be in the Linden Street lot click here.
For directions to the gardens and other details, click here.
When: October 23-24, Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cost: Adults $5.00, Children (4-12yrs.) $3.00, under 4 free.

:: Learn New Entertaining Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Class
Saturday, October 23, 2010

Get new ideas for entertaining for the holidays!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips
for entertaining with style. This week’s class covers all the basics of holiday
entertaining ~ from Thanksgiving dinner to a casual buffet for a party.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Demonstrations take place all day, Saturday, October 23.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, October 23-24, 2010

Learn a new cooking technique!
With the holidays around the corner, this is a great time to polish up on
your cooking techniques. This week’s lesson at Williams-Sonoma will
demonstrate classic preparations along with how to make easy breads and
spreads to enjoy with a meal ~ featuring no-knead bread, foccacia, classic
dinner rolls and more. You’ll get an opportunity to try delicious samples, too!

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday & Sunday, October 23-24 ~ 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! Be sure to call your local store to RSVP.

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Flapping Bat Toy
Saturday, October 23, 2010

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to
help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to
take home. All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up
early to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, October 23, 2010 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Oct 8-10) ~ Texas State Fair, FREE Fall Festival, FREE Art & Music Fiesta, and More Family Fun!

Posted on October 8, 2010 | Leave a comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

• Texas State Fair ~ Week 3 (Plus Discount Ticket Tips)
• FREE MusicArte Juried Art Show & Latin Music Festival
• FREE Celebrate Roanoke Family Fun Event
• FREE Nash Farm Fall Round-up in Grapevine
• FREE Kids Woodworking Workshop at Lowes

:: Enjoy a Day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair
Plus Links to FREE & Discounted Tickets, Too!
Now through October 17, 2010

This is the 3rd weekend of the month-long State Fair of Texas in Dallas. Be
sure to check out our recent post for tips on how to get FREE or deep
discounts on admission tickets (click here).

The State Fair runs now through October 17 and covers just about
every area of interest. There are literally hundreds of entertainment
choices and music performances throughout the month including many
well known names like the Pointer Sisters. There is something for everyone!

Details, details
What: There is so much to see and do at the fair. Check out the mainstage
line up of concerts here and the daily schedule of events here
which change daily.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd ~ Dallas, TX
When: Daily, Now through October 17, 2010
How much: Go here for FREE/discount ticket details.

:: FREE Sundance Square MusicArte Art Show & Music Festival
…Friday & Saturday, October 8-9, 2010

Sundance Square will come alive this weekend with a fun fiesta and celebration
of Latino cultures. Musicarte de Fort Worth will span 6 blocks of downtown Fort Worth and will feature a juried art show, live music, dance, fabulous food
and more! Your family can also enjoy the Fiesta Kid’s Zone as well as a dance
pavilion where tango, salsa and other Latin dance performances will be featured.

A full day of music on the Sundance Stage will include headliners:

The Tejas Brothers, Friday, 7:00pm
Poncho Sanchez, Friday, 9:00pm
Joel Guzman and Sarah Fox, Saturday, 9:00pm

Details, Details
What: Learn more about this fun fiesta and the complete entertainment
    schedule at the main website, here.
When: Friday & Saturday, October 8-9, 2010 ~ Noon to 10:30PM
Where: Sundance Square in Downtown Fort Worth ( 201 Main Street)
     Click here to find available FREE parking options.
Cost: FREE Admission

:: FREE Celebrate Roanoke Music and Family Fun Festival
Saturday, October 9, 2010

The little town of Roanoke is quickly becoming the rising star of the
Metroplex. With a complete Downtown renovation, the addition of several
top-rated restaurants, and ~ of course ~ Babe’s Chicken, it’s definitely a great
spot to put on the list of fun places to visit! And, this weekend is a great time
to make that happen!

This Saturday, the city of Roanoke has planned a family friendly Celebrate
Roanoke festival that includes: all day live music (on 4 stages!), climbing
walls, bounce houses, old-fashioned carnival games, and various street
entertainment like jugglers, clowns, and old west gun-fight shows. The
festivities will close with a fabulous fireworks display.

Details, Details
What: Learn more about the Celebrate Roanoke Festival and the
    entertainment line-up here.
When: Saturday, October 9, 2010 ~ 10:00AM to 10:00PM
Where: On Oak Street in Downtown Roanoke (one block East of 377).
    Free parking and shuttle service is available from the Recreation Center
    at 501 Roanoke Road.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Nash Farm Fall Round-up in Grapevine
Saturday, October 9, 2010

Get a taste of farm life just steps away from the heart of the city. Historic
Nash Farm in Grapevine is hosting a FREE Fall Family Fun Round-up and
Harvest Festival! There will be a full day of activities for all, including pony
rides, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a petting zoo, cotton picking, a
stick-pony rodeo and living Scarecrow Contest. Food will be available for
purchase, too.

Details, details
What: For more information about the 110 acre Nash Farm and the fall
    family event, go here.
When: Saturday, October 9, 2010, 10:00AM to 2:00PM
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

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Fun House Mirror
Saturday, October 9, 2010

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to
help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to
take home.

All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early
to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, October 9, 2010 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Oct 1-3) ~ Texas State Fair, FREE Fall Festivals, FREE Concerts in the Park, FREE Museums, and Lots More!

Posted on October 1, 2010 | 1 comment

This weekend’s highlights include:

• Texas State Fair ~ Week 2 (plus Discount Ticket Tips)
• FREE Concert in the Park ~ Near Southside
• FREE Southlake Octoberfest Family Fun Event
• FREE Fall Festival for Families at Calloway’s
• FREE Museum Admission and Family Activities
• Lake Worth Fall Family Event
• FREE Kids Woodworking Workshop at Home Depot

:: Enjoy a day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair
Plan ahead and you can get in FREE or really cheap, too!
Now through October 17, 2010

This is the 2nd weekend of the month-long Texas State Fair in Dallas.
Be sure to check out our post from last week for tips on how to get
FREE or deep discounts on admission tickets (click here).

The Texas State Fair runs now through October 17 and covers just about
every area of interest. There are literally hundreds of entertainment
choices and music performances throughout the month including many
well known names like Pointer Sisters. There is something for everyone!

Details, details
What: There is so much to see and do at the fair. Check out the mainstage
    line up of concerts here and the daily schedule of events here
    which change daily.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd ~ Dallas, TX
When: Daily, Now through October 17, 2010
How much:  Go here for FREE/discount ticket details.

:: FREE Outdoor Concert Event ~ First Friday On The Green
…Friday, October 1, 2010 (Last Show of the Season!)

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends with First Friday on
the Green, a FREE monthly live music series sponsored by Fort Worth
South. Bring your blankets and chairs (and even Fido if you want), and
enjoy an evening of live music from great bands in a relaxing setting.
This is the last show of the season!

Hungry? Enjoy one of the neighborhood’s fantastic restaurants beforehand
or take in Chadra Mezza & Grill which will be selling their tasty fare at the
event. No outside coolers or food please.

Details, Details
What: Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind the
   revitalization (and suburban greatness) of Fort Worth’s Near
   Southside. Get more event info here.
When: Friday, October 1, 2010 ~ 6:00PM
Where: Head to Magnolia Green Park ~ 1100 Block of Lipscomb,
    between Magnolia and Rosedale (across the street from the Village
    Homes row houses). Find a map here.
Cost: In lieu of admission (which is FREE), you are encouraged to make a
    donation to October’s charity, The Women’s Center. Their donation
    wish list includes full-size toiletries of all kinds – shampoo, conditioner,
    deodorant, toothpaste, etc.

:: FREE 9th Annual Octoberfest in Southlake
Friday to Sunday, October 1-3, 2010

Spend the first weekend of October at Southlake Town Square enjoying
some of the area’s greatest talents at the 9th Annual Octoberfest.
Even Radio Disney will make an appearance! This 3-day event provides
a lengthy list of entertainment, food and fun (see the event and
entertainment schedule here).

Details, Details
What: Learn more about the Southlake Octoberfest and the entertainment
line-up here.
When: Friday-Sunday, October 1-3, 2010
Where: Southlake Town Square – Main St. @ Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709)
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Calloway’s Nursery Fall Family Festival
Saturday, October 2, 2010

Calloway’s Nursery is hosting a FREE Fall Harvest Festival for Families!
There will be fun for all including a miniature Farmer’s Market, free
pumpkin decorating crafts for kids, Mad Science performances (schedule
here), free fall seminars for adults, popcorn, bounce house and more! Don’t
forget to bring your camera, as this will be a great spot to take fall pictures
of the kids.

Details, details
What: For more information about Calloway’s fall festival, go here.
When: October 2, 2010, 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Where: All Calloway’s locations. Click here to find one near you.
Cost: FREE!

:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
…ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
…Saturday and Sunday, October 2-3, 2010

Bank of America’s 2010 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 (October 2nd & 3rd)
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). Click here for directions.
When: Saturday and Sunday, October 2-3, 2010 ~ 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, October 2, 2010

Nasher Sculpture Center, First Saturdays

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, October 2, 2010 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: Lake Worth Fall Family Event
Saturday, October 2, 2010

Fort Worth Nature Center Hay Ride

Take a short jaunt out to the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge at Lake
Worth for Saturday’s Fall Festival for the family. Enjoy hay rides, bison
feeding, canoe tours, live music, games, guided hikes and more.

Details, details
What: For more details, go here.
When: October 3, 2010 ~ 10:00AM- 3:00PM
Where: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge ~ 9601 Fossil Ridge Road
How Much: $4 (adults), $3 (3-17 years old), FREE (under 3)
Note that some activities like canoe rentals are extra.

:: FREE ~ Home Depot ~ Build. Learn. Create. Kids Workshop
…Saturday, October 2, 2010

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help
them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE Fireboat Toy
to take home.

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, October 2 ~ 9:00AM to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Sept 24-26) ~ Texas State Fair, FREE Museums, FREE Kids Classes, and Lots More!

Posted on September 24, 2010 | 1 comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

State Fair of Texas ~ Learn how to attend FREE or really cheap!
Fort Worth Day in the District ~ Get FREE admission to 8 Museums & Cultural District destinations
Keller Wild, Wild West Fest ~ A fun & FREE event for the whole family, celebrating our city’s western heritage.
Preservation is the Art of the City ~ A terrific gallery of fine art by local artists, supporting Historic Fort Worth.
Williams Sonoma Cooking Technique Class ~ a FREE cooking class demonstrating fall baking!
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinic at Lowe’s ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
FREE American Girl Craft Event at Michael’s.

:: Family Fun ~ It’s State Fair of Texas Time!
September 24 to October 17, 2010

This weekend kicks off the month-long State Fair of Texas entertainment
and fried foods extravaganza in Dallas. Be sure to check out our post
from earlier this week for a savings guide (click here), which includes
a long list of ways to get FREE ADMISSION and deep discounts on
admission tickets to the fair plus other helpful tips.

The Texas State Fair runs now through October 18 and covers just about
every area of interest. From the Nigerian Dwarf Goats Club Show (who
knew there was such a club?) to Celebrity Chef cooking shows, to the
always fascinating Birds of the World Show, there is something for
everyone! Check out the line up of concerts here and the full
schedule of events here.

Details, details
What: There is so much to see and do at the fair and the event schedule
changes daily. Click here for more details.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dallas, TX
When: Daily, September 24 to October 17, 2010
How much: Go here for information about FREE & discount tickets.

:: FREE ~ 8 Fort Worth Museums & Cultural District Destinations
Saturday, September 25, 2010

This Saturday, Fort Worth’s cultural side will shine during its 5th annual
Day in the District. 8 museum and cultural district destinations offer FREE admission AND FREE family friendly performances, activities, and other
special events all day. Participating destinations include:

Details, details
What: Read our post from earlier in the week for more information, here
or go to the Day in the District website here. There are lots of choices on
how to spend your time at each venue. Click here for the complete
schedule of special programs and venue events.
Where: For a map and location details, go here.
When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 ~ 10:00am to 5:00pm
Cost: FREE ALL DAY

:: Keller Wild, Wild West Fest
Saturday, September 25, 2010

The City of Keller is hosting a fun family friendly celebration of the Old West
this Saturday. There will be plenty of entertainment for all ages including a 5K/10K Run, the popular Children’s Stick Horse Rodeo, an old west fort,
live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities, main stage
entertainment, food, and much more.

Details, details
What: For more info, go to the Wild, Wild West website, here
When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 ~ 8:00am — 7:00pm
Where: Keller ~ Bear Creek Park, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway

:: Preservation is the Art of the City
Through September 25, 2010

If you have not made it to “Preservation is the Art of the City,” be sure to take
some time to visit this FREE Public Art Show and Sale (this is the last weekend).
Proceeds from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort
Worth as well as support local studio artists.

Details, details
What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Through September 25, 2010 ~ 9:00am — 5:00pm
Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, September 25-26, 2010

Learn New Fall Baking Techniques!
Williams-Sonoma will show how to make delicious baked treats that use
fall fruits including apples, pears, and other seasonal ingredients. You’ll
get an opportunity to try delicious samples, too! Mmmmmm.

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday & Sunday, September 25-26 ~ 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 Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Fire Truck Box
Saturday, September 25, 2010

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to
help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to
take home.

All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early
to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: FREE ~ Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores American Girl Event
Saturday, September 25, 2010

If your child loves American Girl, you won’t want to miss this FREE craft
event! On Saturday morning, all Michael’s Arts and Crafts stores will
feature a fun time where little one’s will be able to make everything
they need to throw a doll-sized party. For ages 8 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: Saturday, September 25 ~ 10:00AM-2:00PM
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 (September 17-19 Edition) ~ FREE Blues Festival, Planetarium Star Gazing, Cooking Class & More!

Posted on September 17, 2010 | Leave a comment

This weekend’s highlights include:

12th Annual Denton Blues Festival ~ Live blues and family fun!
Star Gazing at the Noble Planetarium ~ The stars really are big and bright in Texas!
Preservation is the Art of the City ~ A terrific gallery of fine art by local artists, supporting Historic Fort Worth.
Williams Sonoma Cooking Technique Class ~ Learn the art and tools of indoor grilling.
Pottery Barn Decorating Class ~ Spruce up your windows this fall.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss at Borders ~ Storytime, games, and more.

:: FREE ~ 12th Annual Denton Blues Festival
Saturday & Sunday, September 18-19, 2010

The 12th annual Denton Blues Fest has a strong weekend line up of
fabulous musicians. There will be bounce houses and face painting
for the kids as well as lots of good food, dance, and fun to be had
for the whole family!

Details, details
What: To see the musician line-up, click here. To find out more
    about the Denton Blues Festival, visit the website, here.
When: September 18-19 ~ View the daily schedule, here.
Where: Quakertown Park in Denton ~321 East McKinney
    Get a map and directions, here .
Cost: FREE

:: FREE ~ Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
Saturday, September 18, 2010

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, click here.
When: Saturday, September 18 ~ 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 just go here: berkeley.edu/starclock/skywheel.html

:: Preservation is the Art of the City
Through September 25, 2010

If you did not make it to “Preservation is the Art of the City” Gallery
night opening last weekend, be sure to take some time to visit this
FREE Public Art Show and Sale (extends through next week). Proceeds
from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort
Worth as well as support local studio artists.

Details, details
What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Ongoing show and display hours through September 25, 2010:
Monday-Saturday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, September 18-19, 2010

Try something new in the kitchen!
Fall is a perfect time to learn to grill indoors. This week’s lesson at
Williams-Sonoma will demonstrate how to jazz up grilled meats,
vegetables, and more on an indoor grill. You’ll get an opportunity
to try delicious samples, too!

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday & Sunday, September 18-19 ~ 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
Saturday, September 18, 2010

Get new ideas for freshening up your windows and home!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store demonstration, where they will
share helpful tips for measuring, selecting, and hanging window
treatments for your home.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place, Saturday, September 18th ~ 11:00am-4:00pm.
Times 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!

:: FREE Seuss Celebration and Storybook Reading at Borders.
Saturday, September 18, 2010

How Fun! Borders Books and Music is hosting a special Dr. Seuss
storybook reading and kids event! Activities include storytime, games
and more. The Seuss-ical Celebration is ideal for kids aged 3-6.

Details, details
When: Saturday, September 18, 2010 ~ 11:00am
Where: Borders Books and Music, in the Children’s Area.
Directions to your local Borders can be found by clicking here.
Cost: FREE!

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Your Savings Guide to the State Fair of Texas ~ It’s Time for Fletcher’s Corny Dogs & Cheap Tickets!

Posted on September 16, 2010 | 4 comments

The end of September is almost here and that means it is time for the annual State Fair (and the “culinary” smells of every artery-clogging food known to mankind wafting through the air)!

The Texas State Fair Opens Next Week!
(Runs September 24-October 17, 2010)
This year’s line up of events is as extensive as ever. Free Concerts (with fair admission) include: Mat Kearney, Mario, Matt Morris, American Idol star Brooke White, and even the Pointer Sisters! There is so much to see and do. Check out the mainstage line up of concerts here and the daily schedule of events here.

The Grease-O-Meter is Off the Charts this Year!
This year’s fried food extravaganza includes everything from Fried Frito Pie to the must-have-if-you-go-to-the-fair, famous Fletcher’s Corny Dog (and seemingly every fried “delicacy” in between including last year’s fried butter!).

Lots of Ways to Save
General admission tickets are normally $15/person. Plan ahead, and you can attend certain days for FREE. If your schedule isn’t as flexible, purchase tickets at deep discounts with one of the many ways to save on admission below:

1. Kroger Grocery Store Advance Ticket Savings. Kroger is the official site for advanced ticket purchases. Call or stop by Kroger’s service desk to purchase these discount tickets, during service desk hours:

DART/State Fair Combo Ticket: $16. This ticket gets you admission into the Fair AND a convenient round-trip ride via DART’s Greenline. You’ll be delivered to the front gate of Fair Park ( plus you save on $10 fair parking and gas!). Note, that this is not valid for service on TRE or Fort Worth T which would need to be purchased separately (TRE State Fair details here).
Advance General Admission: $14 ($15 at the gates). Valid for any one-day admission.
Advance Season Pass: $29.95 (not sold at State Fair admission gates). This is a great deal if you are going to make at least 2 visits during the fair. This season pass includes: Unlimited visits for 2010, 1 free companion ticket (good Monday-Friday), AND 1 free Cinemark Movie Theater ticket. Learn more here.

2. Opening Day $4 Admission with a Food Donation to the North Texas Food Bank (Friday, September 24) – Bring an unopened 20 oz. (or more) Coca-Cola product to the admission gates and enter the State Fair for $4 per person.

3. Tuesdays, Dr Pepper Day: $3 Admission – On Tuesdays, bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the admission gate and enter for $3.

4. After 5pm any day, Dr Pepper Day: $5 Admission – After 5pm, admission is $5 when you bring an empty Dr Pepper can to any State Fair admission gate.

5. Wednesdays, Kroger Day: 3 Cans for $2 Admission – When you bring 3 cans of food (per person) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank, get admission for $2.

6. Thursdays, Coke Day: $4 Admission – Bring an empty 20 oz. bottle of a Coca-Cola product and enter the Fair for $4 admission.

7. Thursdays, Seniors Day: FREE Admission– FREE Thursdays for Senior Citizens 60 years and older.

8. Thursdays, Cinemark: FREE Admission – Get FREE admission on Thursday by showing a Cinemark Theater ticket stub at the admissions gate.

9. Thursday, September 30th, Dickies Day: FREE Admission – Wear your Dickies logo clothing item to the staffed tent outside the gate and receive a FREE admission voucher for Thursday, September 30th only.

10. Fridays, Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Savings: Buy One Get One FREE – Check the FW Star-Telegram on Fridays and Sundays for a special State Fair coupon. Present the coupon and your Press Pass when purchasing a general admission ticket at any State Fair of Texas ticket booth at the regular price of $15.00 and receive a second ticket FREE.

11. Any Day, McDonald’s: $4 OFF General Admission/FREE Child’s Admission – Stop by McDonald’s to get a $4 OFF Regular Admission coupon, good for any day of the State Fair. The coupon also provides a FREE child’s ticket (with purchase of general admission). Offer may not be combined with any other offer.

Details, details
What: Find out more about the Texas State Fair, here.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd ~ Dallas, TX
When: September 24-October 17, 2010

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FREE EVENT: Santa Visits North Texas & Lands Sleigh at Mrs Baird’s Fort Worth Bakery!

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