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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates, here (also FREE!).

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This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion
• FREE Movie Under the Stars (Kung Fu Panda 2) in Keller
• FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
• CHEAP 2012 Air Show at the Denton Airport
• FREE Kids Class: Decorate a Car Cookie at Williams-Sonoma
• FREE Blaze of Glory Concert & Family Fun Event in Keller
• FREE Cowtown Opry Performance 

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
   June 15-17, 2012

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their packed summer series of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The Friday evening concert (June 15) headlines The Trishas, Saturday (June 16) features Rodney Parker & 50 Peso Reward, and Sunday (June 17) features soul jazz artist, Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars (participated in the U2 tribute album In the Name of Love: Africa Celebrates U2 and has a great background story ~read more here).

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

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

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:: FREE Family Fun with Movies Under The Stars
    in Keller ~ Featuring the Film, Kung Fu Panda 2
   Friday, June 15, 2012

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Dreamwork’s Kung Fu Panda 2 on the big screen, under the stars at Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller. The movie will begin at 9:00PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Get there by 8:00PM to find a good spot and enjoy a variety of family games and activities.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 15. Family Games and Activities begin at  8:00PM.
Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, June 15, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor day. If you want to add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform. They will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When: Every Friday through Labor Day
• 8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
• 9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage. Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort. Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: 50% OFF the 2012 Air Show at the Denton Airport
…Saturday, June 16, 2012

Denton Airport summons aircraft enthusiasts and casual spectators alike for their Airshow’s high-flying feats and ground-docked aircraft displays. This year’s schedule treats attendees to a full day of performances by professional pilots, including the Texas Twisters and a U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II demonstration.  On the ground, aircraft displays include an F/A-18F Super Hornet, an A-10C Thunderbolt II, a P-40 Warhawk, and more than 30 others. The family-friendly airshow also features a children’s pavilion, craft vendors, and food concessions in a festival atmosphere.

Savings Tip:  Through Friday night, you can get 50% OFF the price of tickets at Groupon (look under the “All Deals” menu, here).

Details, details
What: To learn more about the air show, click here.  
When: Saturday, June 16, 2012 ~ 8:30AM to 2:30PM.  Go here for the complete airshow schedule.
Where: The Denton Airport.  Click here for directions.
Cost: 50% OFF tickets are available at Groupon through Friday (Go here and look under the “All Deals“ menu) .  Otherwise $10 per person (children under 6 are free). 

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:: FREE Kids Class: Decorate a Car Cookie at Williams-Sonoma
…Saturday, June 16, 2012

Saturday morning, join Williams-Sonoma for a fun cookie decorating workshop for kids. Little ones will have the opportunity to decorate a Cars movie themed cookie and take it home to Dad.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: June 16, 2012 ~ 10:00AM to 12:00PM 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 for a complimentary reservation.

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:: FREE Blaze of Glory Concert & Family Fun Event in Keller
…Saturday, June 16, 2012

Relax under the big Texas sky (or a big shade tree), watch the sunset, and enjoy a fun outdoor concert featuring Bon Jovi Tribute Band, Blaze of Glory. Bring your blanket, lawn chair, or picnic and enjoy a fun night with the family.

Details, details
What: For more information about Keller’s concert in the park series,
click here. For more about Blaze of Glory, click here.
When: Saturday, June 16, 2012, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Bear Creek Park in Keller, 400 Bear Creek Parkway
Cost: FREE!

ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates, here (also FREE!).

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This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE Friday on the Green Outdoor Evening Concert
• FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion
• FREE Movie Under the Stars (The Muppets) in Keller
• FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
• FREE The Secret Garden Classic Family Movie Showing
• FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
• FREE Lowe’s Woodworking Workshop for Kids
• FREE Cowtown Opry Performance 
• FREE Grill Master Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
• FREE Summer Decorating Class at Pottery Barn

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:: FREE Friday On The Green Outdoor Concert
…Friday, June 8, 2012

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends at Friday on the Green, a FREE monthly live music series sponsored by Fort Worth South. This month’s lineup features Josh Weathers & The True Endeavors and Foxtrot Uniform. 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.

Details, Details
What: Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind Friday on the Green. Get more info here.
When: Friday, June 8, 2012 ~ 7:00-10:00PM
Where: Head to Magnolia Green Park ~ 1100 Block of Lipscomb, between Magnolia and Rosedale (across the street from the Village Homes row houses).
Cost: In lieu of admission (which is FREE), you are encouraged to make
a donation of school supplies to Southside Church of Christ (to help
children in need).

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
   June 8-10, 2012

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their packed summer series of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The Friday evening concert (June 8) headlines The Derailers (celebrating the legacies of Buck Owens, George Jones, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Charlie Rich and more), Saturday (June 9) features No Justice (they’ve had 10 “Top 10” singles and a pair of number ones in a six-year span), and Sunday (June 10) features soul jazz artist, Red Young & Black Red Black.

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

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

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:: FREE Family Fun with Movies Under The Stars
    in Keller ~ Featuring the Film, The Muppets (G)
     Friday, June 8, 2012

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

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

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, June 8, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor day. If you want to add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform, and they will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When: Every Friday through Labor Day
• 8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
• 9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage. Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort. Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: FREE Yogi Bear Family Movie Showing
…Saturday, June 9, 2012

Join the Fort Worth Central Library for a free showing of the fun children’s movie Yogi Bear on Saturday, June 9. This event is part of the Central Library’s Second Saturday Film Series which runs monthly family friendly movies through the end of the year.

About the movie: The pic-a-nic-basket-stealing-bear joins forces with Boo-Boo and their old nemesis, Ranger Smith, in an attempt to save Jellystone Park from closing and, in the process, prove that our hero really is “smarter than the average bear.” Rated PG. 82 minutes.

Details, details
What: For more information about this movie event and future showings, click here. Learn more about the movie and read reviews here.
When: Saturday, June 9, 2012 ~ 1:00PM
Where: The Fort Worth Central Library’s Youth Center Discovery Theatre. 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!

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:: FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
…Saturday, June 9, 2012

Explore the nature trails surrounding the River Legacy Living Science Center on a FREE family friendly naturalist-led nature walk. The Living Science Center is the gateway to River Legacy Parks in Arlington.

Details, details
What: To find out more about the FREE nature walk and River Legacy Living Science Center, go here. RSVP to 817.860.6752
Where: River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard (at the intersection of N. Cooper Street and Green Oaks) in Arlington
When: Saturday, June 9, 2012, 10:00AM
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Madagascar Plane
…Saturday, June 9, 2012

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, June 9, 2012 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, June 10, 2012

Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, June 10, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
    Saturday & Sunday,  June 9 & 10, 2012

Join Williams-Sonoma for two classes: Saturday’s class will provide all you need to know to master burgers on the grill, and Sunday’s seminar will teach you how to prepare vegetables for the grill and cook them to the desired tenderness. You’ll learn to make grilled side dishes that are so scrumptious, everyone will be asking for more!

Plus, if you attend this class, you can enjoy 10% OFF savings on same-day purchases from their stores.

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: June 9 & 10, 2012 ~ 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.

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:: FREE Pottery Barn ~ Backyard Entertaining Class
…Sunday, June 10, 2012

Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class where you will learn how to entertain outdoors in style ~ from a casual outdoor barbecue to an elegant dinner party!

Details, details
What: For more information, go to Pottery Barn Store Events.
When: Classes take place Sunday, June 10, 2012. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Go here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment
for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates, here (also FREE!).

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This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion
• FREE Movie Under the Stars (Cars) in Keller
• FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
• FREE Fishing Day in Texas
• FREE Kids Cow Camp at the  Ft. Worth Stockyards
• FREE Fort Worth Science & History Museum Admission
• FREE Family Event at the Nasher Sculpture Center – Dallas
• FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Home Depot
• FREE Cowtown Opry Performance 
• FREE Outdoor BBQ Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
   June 1-3, 2012

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their packed summer series of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The entertainment schedule includes a wide span of music genres including jazz, pop, latin, country and even special events just for kids. The Friday evening concert (June 1) headlines Beau Soleil (Grammy-winning contemporary Cajun artistry), Saturday (June 2) features The Tejas Brothers (Honky-tonk with a dash of spicy Tex-Mex), and Sunday features blues artist, Guitar Shorty.

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

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

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:: FREE Family Fun with Movies Under The Stars
    in Keller ~ Featuring the Film, Cars (G)
     Friday, June 1, 2012

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 1. Family Games and Activities begin at  8:00PM.
Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, June 1, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor day. If you want to add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform, and they will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When: Every Friday through Labor Day
• 8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
• 9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage. Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort. Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: FREE Fishing Day in Texas (No License Needed)
    Saturday, June 2, 2012

 This Saturday, June 2,  anyone in Texas can fish without needing to purchase a state fishing license.  This is a great way to “test the waters” with the family without making a big investment.

Details, details
What: For more information about Texas’ free fishing days, go here.
When: Saturday, June 2
Where: Go here to find a list of  license-free locations in Texas.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
…Saturday, June 2, 2012

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 2, 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building,
located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here. You will see the Texas longhorns and authentic Drovers and know you are in the right spot!
Cost: FREE, but Donations are appreciated.

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