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Weekend Agenda: Plenty of FUN Events In Store, Starting Tonight!

FRUGAL & FUN FRIDAYS IN FORT WORTH ~ Each Friday, we post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weekend’s tips…
 

 WEEKEND FUN OPTION #1:
  Fort Worth South, Inc. Presents…
First Friday On The Green Outdoor Concert Event

    First Friday on the Green

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends with First Friday on the Green,  a FREE monthly live music series rolled out by Fort Worth South.  Bring your blankets and chairs (and even Fido if you want), and enjoy an evening of live music from two bands in a great setting.

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.

Where: Head to Magnolia Green Park  ~ 1100 Block of Lipscomb, between Magnolia and Rosedale (across the street from the Village Homes rowhouses)

When: Friday, August 7, 2009 ~ 7:00PM

How: In lieu of admission (which is FREE), you are encouraged to bring a school supply donation for the Southside Church of Christ Assistance Program (approved supply list at fwisd.org).

Who:  Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind the revitalization (and general hipness) of the Near Southside FW.

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WEEKEND FUN OPTION #2:
Plan a Trip to Your Local Farmers’ Market
  

Farmers Market

Over the last few weeks, I have reviewed a few of our area’s farmers’ markets that specialize in selling locally grown produce.  These markets sell a variety of other treats, too…you can score fresh bread, goat milk cheese, fresh roasted coffee beans, hot tamales and homemade soap…all locally made. Pick one to attend Saturday morning and fill your frig with fresh produce goodness.

Links to past farmer’s Market Posts and information:

 Keller Farmers’ Market: Saturday, 8:00AM to 12:00PM in front of Keller Town Hall.  This week features live music and special guest chef demos. For more information, click here.

Cowtown Farmers’ Market: Saturday, 8:00PM to 12:00PM, West Fort Worth on the traffic circle.  For more information, click here.

Texas Certified Farmers’ Markets: To find more locations / details on certified markets throughout DFW and around Texas, click here.

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WEEKEND FUN OPTION #3:
  FREE Family Funday at the Amon Carter Museum, Sunday 1pm to 4pm

The Amon Carter museum, a local jewel of a spot, is offering a fun afternoon for the whole family with their program “What a Wonderful World” 

WhatThe Carter’s “Funday” program will offer FREE art-making and other fun activities for kids.  Discover how artwork is used to share stories, connect communities, and inspire our imaginations!

When:  Sunday, August 9, 2009 ~ 1:00PM to 4:00PM

Where:  The museum is located at 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard.  Directions and parking details can be found by clicking here.

Entrance to the Amon Carter’s Permanent Collection is always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

 

Enjoy!  :)

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Stop and Smell the Roses with $1 Admission to The Dallas Arboretum!!

I normally write about Fort Worth area happenings when making “frugal fun” recommendations, but this time I must venture to Dallas to one of my favorite spots…the Dallas Arboretum, as they are running a promotion that is too good not to pass-along to my FW friends…

 

 The Dallas Arboretum is offering $1 admission to all guests through August ~ it is normally $9.50 for Adults /$6 for Children
…quite a savings! 

At the Arboretum you will find something for everyone.  Against the background of easy-to-navigate gardens and gorgeous foliage design for the adults (tons of photo ops!), there are lots of fun things for the kids, too. 

Kids will have fun exploring the tee-pee, cabins and play structures in Texas Town and the Pioneer Village — both excellent places for parents to kick back as the kids explore frontier life.  Everyone will enjoy the Storybook Playhouses that are sprinkled throughout as well —there is even a fun pirate’s ship, a Dr. Seuss inspired play area, and a Hansel and Gretel playhouse!  Click here for the list of playhouses you will find.

What:  Through the month of August, admission is $1 (kids under 3 are free!).  Parking is $5.  For more info about the Dallas Arboretum, click here.

Where:  8525 Garland Road, Dallas  (For a map and directions, click here).

When:  Open Daily, 9am-5pm

Helpful Tidbits:  Pack a Picnic and some cool drinks OR plan to eat at one of the Arboretum’s restaurants/snack cafés.

P.S.  Take a look at the pictures from this mom’s visit to the Arboretum with her kids (click here), to get a quick glimpse of what is in store for your visit.

Enjoy!  :)

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Something Fun For the Little Ones…Get a FREE Autographed Picture of a Disney Character (Plus More FREE Goodies)

Surprise your Disney fan with a FREE autographed 
photo of their favorite Disney Character.

Ordering Your Free Autographed Picture Is Easy…

1.  Write a request for a photo.  Be sure to include:

  • The name of the character’s photo you would like (name of the princess, animal, fish, bug, car, etc.).
  • Your shipping address details (US only).

2.   Send your request to:

Walt Disney Company
Attn: Fan Mail Department
500 South Buena Vista Street
Burbank, CA 91521

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plus enjoy FREE Disney activities online for kids

Disney website

At  disney.go.com/magicartist, you will find bunches of fun games, coloring and art activities, customizable greeting cards, and even some special tools for school teachers and homeschool educators

So many great things to choose from…too fun!!!

Enjoy! :)

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Splish-Splash Savings at Keller Pointe Water Park Pool, Now through Labor Day!

Cool off from the heat and take a dive!

Now through Labor Day, Keller Pointe’s Outdoor Water Park is offering reduced admission to everyone!  All guests will pay the kid’s price and the family rate will be extended to all families (regardless of residency).

New to Keller? You’ll find directions and other details for Keller Pointe here.

Enjoy! :)

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FREE MOVIE NIGHT ~ Choose from AMAZON VIDEO ON DEMAND or REDBOX

Enjoy a FREE Night at the Movies from the Comfort of Your Home (and if you plan it right, you can get a FREE mocha, too)! 

 Two Options for getting a FREE movie:

AmazonOnDemand

Option #1: FREE Movie Rental from Amazon Video on Demand

 New to Amazon Video On Demand? As a first time customer they will give you a promotional credit of $4.50, just for checking them out.

How:  To sign up to get your free video, click here.

When:  As of this writing there is no apparent expiration date…
so enjoy at your leisure!

 

RedBox Kiosk

Option #2: FREE RedBox Rental, Today (8/3)

Get a FREE RedBox movie rental today by using code 27HZ4KT.  

When:  Hurry, as this code is only good today (8/3). 

Where:  To find a Redbox location and reserve your
movie selection,  click here.

Insider’s Tip:  To find more Redbox codes,  visit InsideRedbox.com.

Frugal Tip:  If you pick up your RedBox video at a McDonald’s with a REDBOX kiosk, today…you can ALSO get your FREE Mocha Cafe while you are there (until 7pm today)!  Click here for details.  Save your FREE Amazon movie for another day.

Enjoy!  :)

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LOTS OF FUN, FREE Event Choices In Store for This Weekend!

FRUGAL & FUN FRIDAYS IN FORT WORTH ~ Each Friday, we post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weekend’s tips…

WEEKEND FUN OPTION #1 & #2:
FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT STAR-GAZING PARTIES


Option #1: Watch the International Space Station
Fly Overhead ~ Friday Night
Relax under the big Texas sky and plan your own family Star Gazing Party in the backyard (or for a better view, go to the edge of town to get away from the city lights)!  Watch the International Space Station fly directly overhead!

Where:
From the comfort of your own backyard (OR head to Grapevine Lake to scoot away from city lights, then catch the 9:30 Fireworks Show, click here for more details)
When: July 31, Look up toward the Southwest at 9:12 PM.  Look for a bright object moving almost directly overhead (it will look like a bright moving star and will fade away at 9:15 PM).

Option #2: FREE Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium (at the Science & History Museum) ~ Saturday Night
Take your “Star Gazing” fun to the next level and join the Noble Planetarium staff for their FREE Star Party Saturday night. You’ll find plenty of telescopes for viewing and many experts will be on hand to help you and your family navigate your way through the skies.

Where:
In the parking lot, just south of the Science & History Museum construction (corner of Montgomery and Harley).  Click here for directions.
When: August 1, begins at dusk (weather permitting) until 10:30PM

WEEKEND FUN OPTION #3:
“The Next Food Network Star” Finale Viewing Party!

Cheer for our hometown gal!  The City of Keller will host a FREE sneak preview viewing party of the Food Network’s series The Next Food Network Star.  The finale will feature former Keller resident, Melissa d’Arabian (one of two finalists). Drawings for door prizes and light refreshments will be offered.

VIEWING PARTY DETAILS
What: For more information on the show and party, click here

When: Saturday, August 1, 2009, 7:00PM to 8:00PM

Where: Keller Town Hall, Council Chamber
(1100 Bear Creek Parkway – For directions, click here)

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WEEKEND FUN OPTION #4:
National Cutting Horse Association Competition Finals

Q: What do “A Little Bossy”, “Too Bossy”, and
“Dont Hava Cow” have in common?
A: They are all horses competing in the National
Cutting Horse Competition this weekend!

Spend Saturday or Sunday afternoon at the National Cutting Horse Finals!  Experience quintessential Fort Worth with a Cowboy riding event that dates back to the 1800s.  This year’s competition features some of the finest cutting horses and rider talents in the country.
CONTEST DETAILS
What: For more information on the weekend’s schedule, click here.
To Find out More about the history of the Cutting Horse, click here.


When:
Semifinals ~ Saturday, August 1, 2009, Starts at 3:00 PM
Finals ~ Sunday, August 2, 2009, Starts at 3:00 PM

Where: Will Rogers Coliseum, Fort Worth
Enjoy!  :)

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TAKE-A-BREAK REMINDER: FREE Fun at the Keller Pointe Water Park, Wednesday Evening!

 

Cool off from the heat and take a dive!

Wednesday evening, (7/29 after 5pm), Keller Pointe’s Water Park is offering FREE admission to everyone!

New to Keller? You’ll find directions and other details for Keller Pointe here.

Enjoy!  :)

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Yippee-ti-yeah! Saturday is National Day of the American Cowboy at Fort Worth Stockyards!

FRUGAL & FUN FRIDAYS IN FORT WORTH ~ Each Friday, we post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weekend’s tips…

Mosey on Down to Fort Worth Stockyards to celebrate National Day of the Cowboy ~ Saturday, July 25th 

The 3rd Annual Stockyards event (FREE) has been named the “Best Event of its kind in the nation” by western lifestyle magazine, American Cowboy. Don’t miss out on a day dedicated to celebrating the cowboy with lots of fun for all ages!  

Family-friendly events include:

  • Cowboy Camp Exhibit (at Cowtown Coliseum)
  • Cowboy Celebration Parade
  • Legends of Texas Gunfight shows
    (at 11:00am & 4:15 inside Stockyards Station)
  • Live music on Stockyards Station stage
  • Fort Worth Herd Cow Camp (for young buckaroos)
  • Stagecoach rides
  • Most Worn-Out Boot and Best Mustache Contests
  • Cowboy Karaoke Contest (flex those golden pipes!)
  • Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive
  • Pawnee Bill Wild West Show at Cowtown Coliseum
    (at 2:30 & 4:30pm purchased ticket required).
  • Horse training demonstration (at Cowtown Coliseum)
  • Grapevine Vintage Railroad and MORE!

When:  Saddle up on Saturday, July 25th from 11am to 4pm

Where:  Activities will take place along East Exchange Avenue in the Fort Worth Stockyards.  Click here for more info.

P.S.  In case you were wondering…   YES!  This really is an honorary day, voted by the U.S. Senate to honor the American Cowboy!  To see how other cities (from New York to California) are celebrating this fine event, click here.

Happy Trails!  :)

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Want to Learn a Bit More About Fine Art? FREE Program at the Amon Carter Museum Thursday Evening!

A great opportunity to “Flex the Grey Matter”…
The Amon Carter museum, a local jewel of a spot, is offering a terrific array of programs for FREE in the coming weeks! 

WhatThe Amon Carter museum is offering a FREE education opportunity for all guests. Tomorrow’s program will offer a close study of a few important pieces in the Carter’s collection…work of Charles Demuth, John Marin, and Georgia O’Keeffe.

When:  July 23, 2009 ~ Tomorrow evening 6-7pm

Where:  The museum is located at 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard.  Directions and parking details can be found by clicking here.

Entrance to the Amon Carter’s Permanent Collection is always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

P.S. If tomorrow evening doesn’t work out, be sure and check out the rest of the  program schedule by clicking here.  There is something for all ages…story time for kids, interactive tours for new parents, and a variety of lectures by visiting artists and scholars.

Enjoy!  :)

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Fun FREE Events In Store For Saturday!

FRUGAL & FUN FRIDAYS IN FORT WORTH ~ Each Friday, we post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weekend’s tips…
 

WEEKEND FUN OPTION #1:
Keller Concert in the Parks
Featuring, Me and My Monkey (Beatles Tribute band)

 

 

Relax under the big Texas sky, watch the sunset, and listen to the retro tunes of Me and My Monkey, a fantastic Beatles Tribute Band. Be sure to bring your blanket, lawn chair, and picnic and enjoy the fun family atmosphere. This concert will also include FREE games and fun activities for the kids!

CONCERT DETAILS
What: For more details on the Me and My Monkey band, click here
(or to see their promo video, click here).


When:
Saturday, July 18, 2009, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM


Where:  Bear Creek Park in Keller
(400 Bear Creek Parkway – For directions, click here)

P.S.  You can give back to the community by bringing a non-perishable food item for the food pantry.

 

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WEEKEND FUN OPTION #2:
FREE LIVE MUSIC by Havana NRG
(High Energy Salsa & Latin Music)

Sponsored by ArtsNet, The MasterWorks Concert Series

 

 

Spend Saturday evening at Southlake Town Square listening to some of the area’s greatest talents. This weeks line-up features the music group, Havana NRG with a fun line-up of family-friendly and danceable Salsa music. Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs for a fun and relaxing evening with your family…you’ll hear energetic Salsa, tangy Merengue, soulful Cha-cha-chas and other Latin rhythms. Light refreshments will be provided (but alcoholic beverages and glass containers are not allowed).
 
CONCERT DETAILS
What: For more about Havana NRG, click here.

When:
Saturday, July 18, 2009, 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM


Where:  Southlake Town Square – Rustin Pavilion
Main St. @ Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709)
 
Enjoy!  :)
 

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FREE VeggieTales DVD!

 OK…so, I have to admit…as an adult, I have always loved VeggieTales. 

The wit and goofy humor, is right up my alley, plus VeggieTales’ stories always end with a good, applicable lesson & truth.    So, with that confession, I am excited to share this offer of a FREE VeggieTales DVD (there is a choice of a few different titles). 

Hurry, though…this offer is for a limited time. 

Click here to get the scoop.

Enjoy!  :)

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Fun Times In Store Tonight…All Free! Catch a Movie Tonight PLUS A Fireworks Show in Grapevine!

FRUGAL & FUN FRIDAYS IN FORT WORTH ~ Each Friday, I will post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weeks tips…
 

TONIGHT:
FREE!   Madagascar 2: Escape to Africa (PG)

Part of the City of Keller’s
Family Fun Films Series

Friday, June 26, 2009 8:00 to 10:30pm

Johnson Road Park Amphitheater
640 Johnson Road

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Madagascar 2.  This sequel brings back lovable New York Zoo Animals, Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe and Gloria the Hippo. Still stranded in Madagascar, they manage to leave the island only to land in the wilderness of Africa. There, Alex meets the rest of his family but has trouble communicating after his time at the Central Park Zoo in this hilarious animated adventure.

The movie is shown on the big screen, under the stars at the Johnson Road Park Amphitheater, at 9:00 PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Before the movie begins, there will be a variety of family games and activities.

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Friday Night Fireworks in Grapevine!

What: Free Fireworks all Summer in Grapevine

When:  Every Friday Night (now through September 4) at 9:30pm

Where:  Fireworks can be seen from the shores of any Lake Grapevine Park.  Click here to download the map (as well as choreographed music)!

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FREE Video Rental from RedBox, But Hurry… Expires Tomorrow, 6/17/09

Great News… You can get a free video rental from Redbox through June 17!  Be sure and note a couple of things: this code only works at McDonald’s Redbox locations and you’ll need to use the code: RBXMCD1.  For more info about RedBox, click here.

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Fun Family Events This Weekend in Fort Worth… All FREE! Catch a Movie Tonight PLUS A Blues Festival and Live Taiko Drumming Tomorrow!

FRUGAL & FUN FRIDAYS IN FORT WORTH ~ Each Friday, I will post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family.  Here are this weeks tips…
 

 TONIGHT:
FREE! 3-D Journey to the Center of the Earth Movie (3-D Glasses Provided)!

Part of the City of Keller’s
Family Fun Films Series

Friday, June 12, 2009   8:00 to 10:30pm

Johnson Road Park Amphitheater
640 Johnson Road 

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy this action-packed family movie, Journey to the Center of the Earth 3-D (3-D…glasses provided!). The movie is shown on the big screen, under the stars at the Johnson Road Park Amphitheater, at 9:00 PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Before the movie begins, there will be a variety of family games and activities.  

Put it on the calendar…the City of Keller will host family movies, every Friday night in June ( “same bat time, same bat channel” ).

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 FREE  MUSIC OPTION#1: Blues Fest in Colleyville!
Sponsored by the Blue Shoe Project & Realty Capital Corporation

Saturday, June 13, 2009   5pm to 11pm

Location:  Colleyville, in front of City Hall
99 Main Street, at The Village of Colleyville

 Quickly becoming the pride of the city, The Blue Shoe Blues Fest II music festival (an extension of Grammy award-winning nonprofit organization, The Blue Shoe Project) showcases America’s foremost Blues talent including performances by Lucky Peterson, Tutu Jones, Texas Johnny Brown, and Marquise “Big Daddy” Knox. For more about The Blue Shoes Blues Fest, click here.

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 FREE MUSIC OPTION#2: Live Kobushi
Taiko Drumming and World Percussion.
Sponsored by ArtsNet, The MasterWorks Concert Series

Saturday, June 13, 2009   7:30pm to 8:30pm

Location:  Southlake Town Square – Rustin Pavilion
Main St. @ Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709)

Spend Saturday evening at Southlake Town Square listening to some of the area’s greatest talents. This weeks line-up features the music group, Kobushi…you will hear the thundering power of traditional Japanese taiko drumming. Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs for a fun and relaxing evening with your family. Light refreshments will be provided (but alcoholic beverages and glass containers are not allowed). For more about Kobushi, click here.
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Best Buy 10% Off Printable Coupon

Best Buy has a 10% off coupon online (Expires 6/30/09).

I do not believe this is a one time use coupon, so feel free to share this link with your friends and family.

As always, be sure to read the fine print to make sure the item you are purchasing is not excluded.

Click here for the coupon!

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