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ENDS TODAY ~ Great Groupon Deal for 50% OFF Fort Worth Stockshow & Rodeo Tickets!

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GREAT Deal at Groupon ~ Ends today!

Groupon has launched a Fort Worth savings offer of 50% OFF Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Tickets.  You get to choose the performance date and time from a variety of options that range from $8 to $11 a ticket.

Note that you do need to buy the gift certificate TODAY (the offer expires
at midnight EST), however you can use the certificate for any of the performance dates available through Groupon (available dates range from Jan. 20 to Feb. 4).

How to get the Offer:

  1. Go here to sign up for today’s Fort Worth Stock Show
    and Rodeo 50% OFF deal at Groupon.
  2. Select Fort Worth as Your Groupon City.
  3.  The offer can be found in the “More Great Deals” sidebar of the Fort Worth Groupon site
  4. The fine print:  Limit 8 per person. Valid only for date purchased. No refunds or exchanges.  View complete terms.

 

                                

New to Groupon? You are in for a treat!

A few months ago, Groupon launched its Fort Worth site (AND we
did the happy dance at Frugal in Fort Worth!). If you are not familiar with
Groupon, definitely take a moment to check them out.

Groupon offers a daily deal on local goods, services and cultural events
across the country. Fort Worth is the 51st city launch for Groupon, and
in the last month, I’ve seen their offers include everything from
50% Off Nothing Bundt Cakes to 60% Off Spa Services to 55% Off
carpet cleaning ~ and seemingly everything in between!

Here’s how it works:

1. Each day Groupon features a great deal at an unbeatable price.

2. You have to sign up for the offer that day, and only get the deal
if the minimum number of people join that day (so pass this along
to your friends)!

3. Check back the next day to discover the next Groupon offer!

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Buy One Video Game, Get One 50% OFF at Amazon ~ Playstation, XBox 360, PS3, Wii, Nintendo DS, & Sony PSP

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Follow this Link to find hundreds of video games that Amazon is offering at Buy 1 Get 1 at 50% OFF (for a limited time)!  Most of the titles are already discounted off retail, so you can get some great bargains for popular gaming systems like Wii, Playstation,  XBox 360, Nintendo DS, and Sony PSP.

Amazon is one of our favorite places to save on almost anything for the home, plus purchases are tax-free AND most purchases over $25 qualify for Amazon’s FREE shipping too! I love the convenience of shopping from home.

Here’s a snapshot of some of the family-friendly video game bargains available on the Buy one Get one FREE:

 

  

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FREE 1-Day Shipping & Up to 75% OFF DVD’s, GPS Systems, Video Games, Software, Electronics & Lots More!

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Free 1-Day Shipping:
Order today, Delivers TOMORROW

Follow this link to find a LONG list of Wii & Playstation games, family DVDs, electronics, and more that Amazon has discounted up to 75% OFF & if ordered today, will deliver TOMORROW! There are literally hundreds of bargains that qualify for the FREE 1-day shipping from great brands like Disney, Wii, Garmin, Playstation, Canon, Flip, and more.

If you are trying to stay on budget and are running behind on your Christmas shopping, Amazon is a great place to save, plus purchases are tax-free AND you can get the 1-day FREE Amazon shipping on loads of items too! The big bonus for me is, I love the convenience of shopping from home.

Here’s a quick snapshot of some of the bargains I found with 1-day shipping:

 

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (December 17-19) ~ Lots of FREE Family Christmas Fun!

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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  (FREE!).

This weekend’s highlights include:

• Visit Santa at the 55 Foot Sundance Square Christmas Tree
• FREE Christmas on Main Street Family Event in Grapevine
• FREE Dickens Christmas Celebration For Kids ~ FW Library
• FREE Santa Photos & Family Fun at Mrs Baird’s Bakery!
• Enjoy a Fun Day at the Historic Log Cabin Village
• FREE Santa’s Workshop Kids Fun At Bass Pro Shops

  

:: 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 to Sunday, December 17-19, 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, December 17-19. 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

::

:: FREE Pictures With a Live Reindeer, Screening of the Muppet
    Christmas Carol  & More Fun at the Dickens Christmas Event
    Saturday, December 18, 2010 

                                       

Join the Central Library in Downtown Fort Worth for a wonderful
afternoon of children’s activities! They’ll have craft tables, face-painting,
a balloon artist, games, story times, refreshments, door prizes, music by
the Fort Worth Youth Orchestra, as well as a 1:00 screening of the movie
The Muppet Christmas Carol. Kids can have their photos taken with a
LIVE reindeer, too! It’s all FREE and open to the public!

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, December 18, 2010 ~ 2:00-4:00PM
Where: In the Youth Center of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can
    park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage.
    The parking garage and parking meters are FREE on weekends.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.  

::

:: FREE EVENT: Santa Photos & Family Fun at Mrs Baird’s Bakery!
   Friday-Sunday, December 17-19, 2010

                                    

Santa Claus is landing his sleigh at Mrs Baird’s in Fort Worth again this
year. This annual Christmas event (which started in 1939), includes
professional color photos with Santa, sweet treats provided by Mrs.
Baird’s, and fun crafts for the kids.

 Details, details
What: 
For more information go here.
When:  Friday – Sunday, December 17-19, 2010.  Times vary by day, 
    go here for the schedule.
Where: Mrs Baird’s Bakery at 7301 South Freeway in Fort Worth
Cost: Completely FREE! 
 

 

 

 

::

:: Enjoy a Fun Day at the Historic Log Cabin Village With The
    Buttermilk Junction Old Time String Band
    December 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: Saturday December 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 & 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!

::

 

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

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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  (FREE!).

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!

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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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FREE DVD Movie Rental From BlockBuster Express

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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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$5 OFF Gaylord Texan ICE: Adults & Kids Tickets Discount Coupon Codes

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Planning to see ICE at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine?
Order your tickets online and get $5 OFF ADULTS & $3 OFF KIDS
at this fun Charlie Brown Christmas themed family event.  If you have
never been to ICE, you are in for a fun surprise at this bigger than life
winter wonderland ~ all hand-carved from 2 million pounds of ice!

Here’s the inside scoop on how to save…

Details, details
What: 
Find out more about ICE at the Gaylord Texan, here.
How: 
Go here to order your tickets online. After selecting the  date
and time for your tickets, use promotional codes CORPCON for $5 OFF
adult tickets and CLIPCH for $3 OFF kids (you can use both
codes). 
 The per ticket cost will be applied to each of your tickets.  Find
the newly discounted adult tickets, under the “Vendor-Conceirge”
heading and select the desired # of adult tickets.  Coupon discount is
limited to 8 ticket purchases.
When:  Coupon codes are valid Monday through Thursday.
Find the Ice Event Schedule here.
Where: Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort.
Cost:  The list of regular ticket prices is here. The tickets
are normally $4 cheaper on Monday-Thursday, so you can save up to
$9 per ticket  (off weekend prices) if you use the promo code AND
choose to go on one of these days.

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FREE Fun for Kids: Countdown to Santa’s Arrival

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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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Up to 70% OFF Toys & Children’s DVD’s From Legos, Melissa & Doug, Disney, Leapfrog, and Lots More

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Follow this Link to find a LONG list of toys, games, and DVDs that Amazon has recently discounted 30-70% OFF!  These are not seconds. I found literally hundreds of bargains from great brands like LEGO, Melissa & Doug, Barbie, Disney, Leapfrog, Razor, and more. 

If you are trying to stay on budget for toys this Christmas, Amazon is a great place to save, plus purchases are tax-free AND most purchases over $25  qualify for Amazon’s FREE shipping too! I love the convenience of shopping from home.

Here’s a snapshot of some of the bargains available this week:

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

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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 (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

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

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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 (FREE!).

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

Fort Worth Botanic Japanese Gardens Fall 2 Fort Worth Botanic Japanese Gardens Fall

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!

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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:

• 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

::

 

I hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend!

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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!

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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:    

• 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
   

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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:    

    

::   

 

:: 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!   

::   

    

I hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend!   

 Enjoy and Share! :)


   

 


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