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Frugal Alert: Coupons for Fort Worth Retailers ~ Up to 40% OFF at Michael’s, Big Lots, JoAnn’s, & World Market

Posted on October 7, 2009 | Leave a comment

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Here’s a little collection of useful Fort Worth and Dallas retailer coupons valid this week (and beyond in some cases)! 

 Michael’s ~ 40% Off Coupon (expires October 14) ~ Click here

Big Lots ~ 20% Off Entire Purchase (expires October 10) ~ Click here

JoAnn’s ~ 40% Off Coupon (expires October 24) ~ Click here

World Market – 25% Off Coupon (good Oct 9-12) ~ Click here

Note that you can print these out as many times as you need them, but typically you can only use one per store visit.  Read the “birdseed” for each coupon.

Enjoy!  :)

 

 

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 25-27 Edition) ~ Texas State Fair, Fort Worth Day in the District and More!

Posted on September 25, 2009 | 1 comment

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

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In honor of the grand opening of the Texas State Fair this weekend, I’m kicking off this weekend’s edition with a “tip of the hat” towards Dallas!  We have a gorgeous weekend in store, so go forth and ENJOY!  :)
   

Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Enjoy a day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair Grand Opening.
Plan ahead and you can save on admission, too!

This weekend kicks off the month-long Texas State Fair entertainment and fried foods extravaganza in Dallas. Be sure to check out our post from earlier this week for a comprehensive savings guide to the fair (click here), which includes some helpful info, as well as a long list of ways to save on admission every day of the week (some days you can even get in FREE!).

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!  Jason Castro will be performing tonight (9/25, 8:30pm) and Edwin McCain will be performing Saturday night (9/26, 8:30pm).   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.  Click here for the schedule of events and other details.  The event schedule changes daily.
Where:  Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dallas, TX
When:  Daily, September 25-October 18, 2009
How much: 

   •  Discount Tickets: (Click here for FREE/discount ticket details) 
   •  General Admission: $15 
   •  Kids under 48” tall: $11 
   •  Seniors 60 and over: $11 
   •  Children 2 and under: Free

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Cheap Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Take In A Full Day of FREE Special Events at
Fort Worth’s Day in the District, Saturday Sept. 26
~ 7 Museums & Cultural District Destinations, all FREE!

  Day in the Cultural District Fort Worth logo

One of the many things we love most about Fort Worth is that it is a city where culture and heritage thrive side-by-side. Known widely for its legendary western roots, our city embraces the arts and is home to some of the most outstanding museum collections in the world.

Fort Worth’s Day in the District is part of the Smithsonian’s National Museum Day Celebration. 

On Saturday, September 26, Fort Worth’s cultural side will shine during its fourth annual Day in the District when 7 top destinations offer FREE admission AND FREE special events/performances all day.  Your whole family will enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities and live performances by some of Fort Worth’s favorite arts groups. FREE transportation within the Cultural District will be provided by The Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T), making it easy to enjoy a slice of every venue!

Enjoy the rich cultural experiences that Fort Worth has to offer during this all day event.

More details
What:  There are lots of choices on how to spend your time at each venue.  You will need to pick and choose from all the great events.  Click here for the full schedule of programs and venue events.
Where:  The 7 participating locations include:
   •  Amon Carter Museum
   •  Kimbell Art Museum
   •  Fort Worth Botanic Garden
   •  National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
   •  Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
   •  Log Cabin Village
   •  Fort Worth Community Arts Center
For location details, go to this link. 
When:  Saturday, September 26, 2009
How much:  FREE ALL DAY

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #3

LAST WEEKEND – Preservation is the
Art of the City Art Show and Sale
Nonprofit Art Gallery Event Supporting
Historic Fort Worth Preservation Efforts

Fort Worth Historic Art Preservation

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 featuring 49 jury-selected artists (this is the last weekend). Proceeds from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort Worth as well as support local studio artists. To get acquainted with the artists highlighted and the Historic Fort Worth, Inc. organization, click here.

What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Ongoing Show and Display Hours through September 26, 2009:

Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am — 5:00pm
Sundays: Closed

Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #4

LAST WEEK!  Abraham Lincoln, 200th Birthday Travelling Exhibit

 
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This is the last week of the premier exhibit of “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the collection.

Guests who visit this exhibit will be among the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection.

What: For more details, go to fortworthlibrary.org
When: Ongoing Exhibit, Through October 4 during normal library hours
Where: 500 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX
How Much: FREE and open to the public (FREE downtown parking, too).

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 18-20 Edition) ~ Choices, Choices!

Posted on September 18, 2009 | 2 comments

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

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 Are you ENJOYING this weather as much as me?!?!   Our friends at the Weather Channel tell us we should have beautiful fall weather in store for us this weekend, so be sure to include something fun to do outside! 

FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Enjoy a Walking Tour of the Cultural District,
Downtown, or Stockyards Area.

FW Cultural District Walking Map

The Fort Worth Visitors Bureau has published a clever collection of illustrated “points of interest” city maps, making it simple to customize your own self-guided walking or driving tour. For instance, the Cultural District’s map points out the district’s many museum locations, the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens…even outdoor sculptures are easy to find.  Map choices include:

  • DFW Area Map
  • Cultural District Walking Map
  • Downtown Walking Map
  • Stockyards District Walking Map

Click here to get to the FREE downloadable maps.

 

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 FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Preservation is the Art of the City Art Show and Sale 
Nonprofit Art Gallery Event Supporting
Historic Fort Worth Preservation Efforts

Fort Worth Historic Art Preservation

If you did not make it to “Preservation is the Art of the City” for the Gallery night opening last weekend, be sure to take some time to visit this FREE Public Art Show and Sale featuring 49 jury-selected artists (extends through next week). Proceeds from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort Worth as well as support local studio artists.  To get acquainted with the artists highlighted and the Historic Fort Worth, Inc. organization, click here.

What:  For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When:   Ongoing Show and Display Hours through September 26, 2009:

      Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
      Saturdays: 10:00am — 5:00pm
      Sundays: Closed

Where:  Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy 

 

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 FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #3

Abraham Lincoln, 200th Birthday Travelling Exhibit

 
Lincoln FestivalJPG

This week, the FW Public Library Foundation is premiering “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the collection. 

Guests who visit this exhibit will be among the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection.

What:  For more details, go to fortworthlibrary.org
When:  Ongoing Exhibit, Through October 4 during normal library hours
Where:  500 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX
Cost:  FREE and open to the public (FREE downtown parking, too).  

 

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 11-13 Edition) ~ It’s Going to Be Hard to Choose!

Posted on September 11, 2009 | 1 comment

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

Special Note:   Many of this weekend’s “Frugal & Fun” events branch off of Fort Worth’s annual “Fall Gallery Night.”  The next couple of days are PACKED with great selections (most free) at a wide range of favorite Fort Worth venues.

A few of this weekend’s highlights:

  • Jazz by the Boulevard ~ Live Jazz all weekend. Blind Boys of Alabama, George Clinton, and Chris Botti headling.
  • Premier of the Abraham Lincoln Collection & traveling exhibit ~ Opens to the tunes of an 18-member brass band playing era music on period musical instruments.
  • Gallery Night ~ Almost 50 participating locations (galleries, museums, restaurants, etc.) this year! 
  • ZestFest Food Fest~ Celebrating all things Chile Pepper including food tastings, chef demos and more hot stuff. Aayyy-eeee!
  • Art in the Garden ~ Art + The FW Botanic Garden = Beautiful!
  • Preservation is the Art of the City ~ A fun Gallery Night event supporting historic preservation in Fort Worth.
  • Diez y Seis Celebration!  Live Conjunto music, folkórico dancing, food and more.

Choices, Choices…there is a fun weekend in store!  Read on for additional scoop on these events.

Free Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Fort Worth’s Fall Gallery Night

 

Ft. Worth’s Gallery Night is an “Open House” FREE event, across almost 50 venues, all celebrating the visual arts and the community’s cultural richness in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.  Participating art venues include all types, from the legendary Fort Worth galleries of the west side to the chic showrooms of the trendy, up and coming south side. 

Take a stroll through participating galleries, museums, retail businesses, and area restaurants, and mingle with the many artists featured during this community event.  Many locations are hosting live music and light h’ors d’oeuvres. Hosted by the Fort Worth Art Dealer’s Association (FWADA).

When: Saturday, September 12, 2009, 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
What and Where:  Download the program and map here to get more info on all 49 participating locations.
More Info:  Most Events are FREE. Visit fwada.org.  

 

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Art in the Garden, Fort Worth Botanic Garden Art Show and Sale

Botanic Gardens

Enjoy the beauty of the FW Botanic Gardens while taking in works from regional artists at Art in the Garden. This Annual Art Show and Sale is held in conjunction with Fall Gallery Night, 2009.  Art will be displayed in the Deborah Beggs Moncrief Garden Center close to the main entrance to the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens.

When: September 11- 13, 2009

      Friday, September 11, 2009 : 8 a.m. – 10.pm.
      Saturday, September 12, 2009 : 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
      Sunday, September 13, 2009 : 1:00pm — 7:00pm
      
Where:  Floral Clock entrance on University Drive, just north of I-30.
For directions to the gardens and other details, click here.

 

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 Free Weekend Entertainment Option #3

 Jazz By The Boulevard

With two stages of continuous jazz music serving up national headliners such as Chris Botti, The Blind Boys of Alabama and George Clinton,  this year’s lineup is sure to please even the most discriminating jazz fan. Also featuring a Cooking Carnivalè pavilion with chef-taught seminars and samplings by top area chefs. A juried art show and activities for kids complete the event!

What:  For performance schedule, visit fortworthjazz.com.
When: September 11- 13, 2009

      Friday, September 11, 2009 : 5:00pm — 11:00pm
      Saturday, September 12, 2009 : 12:00pm — 11:00pm
      Sunday, September 13, 2009 : 2:00pm — 8:00pm

Where:  Nestled on the tree-lined lawn of the Will Rogers Memorial Center at 3401 West Lancaster
Cost: $5 per person, per day for general festival admission & lawn seating — FREE for children 12 & under!

 

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 Free Weekend Entertainment Option #4

ZestFest 2009 by Chile Pepper Magazine

Zest Fest 2009

Combine this extravaganza with the Jazz festival (both at Will Rogers this weekend) and take in more of Fort Worth!  ZestFest 2009 is the ultimate event for bold and flavorful food enthusiasts. Hosted by Chile Pepper Magazine, ZestFest will be packed with cooking demos by celebrity chefs, live music, interactive contests and thousands of bold food samples.  Bring on the heat!

What:  For the full schedule, check out zestfest2009.com
When: September 11- 13, 2009

      Friday, September 11, 2009 : 3:00pm — 7:00pm
      Saturday, September 12, 2009 : 10:00am — 6:00pm
      Sunday, September 13, 2009 : 10:00am — 4:00pm

Where:  Will Rogers Memorial Center 3401 W Lancaster.  Directions are here.

 

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 Free Weekend Entertainment Option #5

Preservation is the Art of the City 

Fort Worth Historic Art Preservation

“Preservation is the Art of the City” is a FREE Public Art Show and Sale featuring 49 jury-selected artists. This non-profit gallery promotes and supports local studio artists as well as historic preservation in Fort Worth.  To get acquainted with the artists highlighted or the Historic Fort Worth, Inc. organization, click here.

What:  For the full schedule, go to www.historicfortworth.org
When:   Open for Gallery Night festivities, September 12, 5:00- 9:00 p.m.

Ongoing Show and Display Hours through September 26, 2009:

      Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
      Saturdays: 10:00am — 5:00pm
      Sundays: Closed

Where:  Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy 

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 Free Weekend Entertainment Option #6

Gallery Night at the Downtown Library
& Grand Opening Abraham Lincoln Travelling Exhibit

 
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The FW Public Library Foundation brings a new perspective to Gallery Night by making it the grand opening of “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the exciting collection. 

Guests during Gallery Night will be the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection. Gallery night will also feature the Frontier Brigade Band, an 18-member band that celebrates the Mid-Nineteenth Century American Brass Band Movement by utilizing period musical instruments and sporting authentic period dress.  Refreshments will be served throughout the evening.

What:  For more details, go to fortworthlibrary.org
When:     Gallery Night Event, Saturday September 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
      Ongoing Exhibit, September 12 to October 4 during normal library hours
Where:  500 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX
Cost:  FREE and open to the public (FREE downtown parking, too).  

 

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 Free Weekend Entertainment Option #7

Diez y Seis Celebration!
Honor Mexico’s Independence Day with live Conjunto/Norteño music, folkórico dancing, face painting & local artisans selling their work along with local Northside restaurants. Fun for the entire family!

What:  For more details, go to rosemarinetheater.com
When:   September 12, 2009, 7:30PM
Where:  Rose Marine Theater 1440 N. Main St.
Cost: FREE

 

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Creative Escape, Part 2: Enjoy 50% OFF At Michael’s This Week!

Posted on September 9, 2009 | Leave a comment

Art PaletteMichael’s has been generous with the coupons the last 2 weeks (Thanks, Michael’s!).  
Their latest 50% Off Coupon is a great savings if you are in need of a creative interlude or still have some back-to-school art supplies on the shopping list. 

 Note:  Feel free to email, print and share these coupons as many times as you want, but only one coupon can be used per store visit.  

 

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Staples Coupon: $10 OFF $50 (Great for those Last Minute Back-to-School Supplies) – Expires 9/12

Posted on September 8, 2009 | Leave a comment

 

Click here for a Staples $10 OFF $50 Coupon
Coupon expires September 12, 2009. 

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Help Stop the Flu ~ Share This FREEBIE With Teachers You Know! Hurry, Expires Saturday! :)

Posted on September 3, 2009 | Leave a comment

A special post for my teacher friends…

Click here to receive FREE (full-size) Clorox Disinfecting Wipes!

PLEASE HELP A TEACHER BY
FORWARDING THIS OFFER TO THEM.
By sharing this, you help stop the spread of flu
and also provide needed classroom supplies.

Many thanks for helping to pass the word on this! :)

Hurry, Free Offer Expires Saturday 9/5!

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FRUGAL REMINDER: $5 Subscription to Southern Living (Expires Saturday)

Posted on August 28, 2009 | Leave a comment

Too good of a deal, not to post a little reminder :)  …Amazon’s $5 subscription to Southern Living expires Saturday. 

In case you missed the 1st post, Southern Living, is having a 1-week special through Amazon. SL normally offers this for $20-$30, but it is now $5, THIS WEEK ONLY (expires 8/29).

>>> Click here for the original post details.

>>> Click here for the $5 Southern Living subscription (1-year)

 

 

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GREAT DEAL: Southern Living Subscription $5 (Expires Saturday!)

Posted on August 25, 2009 | Leave a comment

One of my favorite magazines, Southern Living, is having a one week only subscriber special through Amazon.com. SL normally offers their 1-year subscription for $20-$30, but it is being offered for $5, THIS WEEK ONLY (expires 8/29).

I have been a reader and subscriber to the magazine for many years and find it one of the most enjoyable and useful magazines…from the regional travel/restaurants, southern gardening, and home living tips, to their great seasonal recipes (tested and rated by their food staff /test kitchens, only their top rated recipes get into the magazine).

I’m not much of one to add to the mail-box-generated-paper-piles, but this is too good of an offer not to pass along.

>>> Click here to get the $5 Southern Living subscription (1-year)

If you are not familiar with the magazine, you can get a taste of what is inside at their website (www.southernliving.com).

Frugal Tip (for my friends that like to cook):

Instead of stocking up on cookbooks in your kitchen (or saving all those cutout recipes from the magazines), consider using Southern Living’s free website.  They have archived all the recipes from their monthly mags, along with recipes from Cooking Light, Health, and other magazines owned by the publishing house.

This is a great site to visit when you just don’t know what to cook, are looking for a seasonal recipe, or just want to try something new with a particular ingredient you have on hand.  Click here to search by recipe name or click here to search by ingredient.

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

Posted on August 7, 2009 | 1 comment

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” 

What: The 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!!

Posted on August 6, 2009 | 1 comment

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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SAVE ON BACK-TO-SCHOOL AND OFFICE SUPPLIES… $5 OFF COUPON AT STAPLES

Posted on July 17, 2009 | 2 comments

 When I was a kid, one of the highlights of getting ready to go back to school was shopping for brand new school supplies.  I loved having a new spiral of crisp notebook paper and a fresh box of sharp, unused crayons (though, I never quite understood Crayola’s need to include green-yellow AND yellow-green).  Part of the excitement of starting a new school year was the changing list of needed supplies…I remember feeling like I hit the “big time” in my first year of middle school when “map pencils” made the list!  Good times.  :)

Fast forward to this weekend…

Staples Office Supply has a bonus for your back-to-school and office supply shopping needs. 

They are offering $5 OFF any purchase of $20 or more. 

Click here to get the coupon (but hurry…the coupon expires tomorrow, 7/18/09!)

Enjoy!  :)

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A Couple of Fun Things to Do on Saturday Morning (Go EARLY Before the Temperature Soars!)

Posted on July 10, 2009 | Leave a comment

A few weeks ago, I wrote about Certified Farmers Markets around Texas (and the great beyond), as well as highlighted the Cowtown Farmers Market in our own backyard.

Here are a couple of great reasons to pick a Farmers Market to visit tomorrow morning (or have a “progressive” breakfast and visit more than one!)…

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Keller Farmers Market GRAND OPENING LAUNCH is on Saturday!

 http://kellerfarmersmarket.com/About_Us.html

Since this is in my neck-of-the-woods, I am REALLY looking forward to having a farmer’s market close by that I can call “my own.”  Here is the scoop for Keller’s new Farmer’s Market…

What:  Keller Farmers Market is dedicated to promoting a healthy community lifestyle through support of local Texas farmers and artisans in a fun and safe environment.  The market will feature chef-taught cooking classes, a coffee cafe’ (my first stop!), and other fun activities.   
When:  Starting July 11, Open every Saturday, 8:00am to 1:00pm 
Where: 251 Town Center Lane (off 1709 and Rufe Snow), around the beautiful Keller Town Center fountain (in front of Keller Town Hall).  Click here for directions.

~ Grand Opening Highlights ~

  •  Nationally recognized Chef, Peter D’Andrea, will make his inaugural visit to the Market to demonstrate his original recipes for seasonal produce, healthy cooking and entertaining. Peter will conduct several demonstrations throughout the day. Peter has been the Executive Chef for Gaylord Hotels, Opryland, Marriott and Ritz Carlton.  
  • Personal Fitness Trainer, Nutritional Expert and Performance Enhancement Specialist, Kyle Stull, will launch the Market Fitness and Exercise Program.

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Cowtown Farmers Market Annual Summer Festival on Saturday! 
Cowtown Farmers Market, Fort Worth’s producer-only farmers market, puts local food in the spotlight at its annual festival, held this Saturday.  Besides fresh produce, you can score lots of other goodies like fresh bread, goat milk cheese, fresh roasted coffee beans, hot tamales and homemade soap.  

Festivities will include cooking demos by local chefs, tasting booths, prize drawings, live music, balloons for the kids, tasting booths and more.  Click here for more festival details.

When:  Saturday, July 11, 2009, 8am to noon (Get there early for best choices)
Where:  West Fort Worth on the traffic circle. Click here for main location details.   
What:  For info on what is available this week, call the Fresh Line  817-468-1426 for a recorded message.

Be sure to get your FREE MARKET TOTE BAG to carry home your goodies.  Request your bag at the  CFM Information Booth (availability limited…while supplies last).

Enjoy :)

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FREE Samples & Coupons From Proctor & Gamble

Posted on July 8, 2009 | 1 comment

Proctor & Gamble is giving away lots of FREE samples…from Tide detergent to shampoo to a coupon for a bag of FREE Iams Cat food.  <<PLEASE don’t tell our dog I mentioned “cat food!”  ;) >>

Click here to get your free samples  & goodies.

Enjoy!  :)

 

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FREEBIE at the Cowtown Farmers Market in Fort Worth

Posted on June 18, 2009 | Leave a comment

 Yesterday’s post provided a few tips about finding a local farmers market near you.  Here’s some scoop on a great farmers’ market (plus a FREEBIE), right here in Ft. Worth…

 Visit our own Cowtown Farmers Market (voted “Best” fruit/vegetable stand in Fort Worth) and get a FREE MARKET TOTE BAG to carry home your goodies.  Request your bag at the  CFM Information Booth (availability limited…while supplies last). 

A Little About Cowtown Farmers Market…
Every product sold at Cowtown Farmers Market has either been grown or manufactured within 150 miles of the market, so you can be sure you are getting the freshest fruit and veggies, while supporting local farmers! Besides fresh produce, you can score lots of other goodies like fresh bread, goat milk cheese, fresh roasted coffee beans, hot tamales and homemade soap. 

When:  8am to noon every Wednesday and Saturday (Get there early for best choices.  Wednesdays, in the summer only.)
Where:  West Fort Worth on the traffic circle. Click here for main location details.   Additional locations listed below.
What:  For info on what is available this week, call the Fresh Line  817-468-1426 for a recorded message.

Cowtown Market also has additional co-op locations sprinkled around town in North Richland Hills, Grapevine/Colleyville, Grand Prairie/ Irving, Pantego/ Arlington and occasionally at TCU. Click here to get these location details. 

Bon Appetit (or good eatin’ ya’ll)!  :)

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