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7-Eleven Slurpee Deal — Bring Your Own Cup Day, Saturday, April 11

Seven-Eleven Slurpee Saturday

7‑Eleven is kicking off Slurpee season on Saturday, April 11 with BYO Cup Day. Slurpee-lovers are invited to bring their own cups – or containers that can be used as cups – to their participating neighborhood 7‑Eleven store between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., and fill it with their favorite Slurpee flavor.

The cost to fill the Slurpee “cup” of choice, regardless of size, is $1.49, the average cost of a medium Slurpee drink. The cup, though, must fit upright through an in-store display with a 10-inch-diameter hole.

:: Learn more about the Slurpee deal here.

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April 1-3 FREE And Cheap Things To Do Around Fort Worth This Weekend


This weekend’s FREE & Cheap Fort Worth area entertainment roundup includes:

  • FREE Friday on the Green Outdoor Concert
  • FREE Community Family Easter Egg Hunts 
  • FREE Animal Exploration Program at River Legacy
  • FREE Museum Admission at Fort Worth
    Science and History Museum & Perot Museum
  • FREE Town Hall Coffee with Mayor Betsy Price
  • FREE First Saturday Family Fun Day at
    Nasher Sculpture Center (In Dallas)
  • FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
  • FREE Kids Woodworking Workshop at Home Depot
  • FREE Family Easter Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine

:: FREE Friday On The Green Outdoor Concert
Friday, April 3, 2015

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. 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. Pssst…no outside food or drinks are allowed.

Details, Details
What: Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind Friday on the Green. Get more info here.
When: Friday, April 3, 2015 ~ 7:00-10:00PM
Where: Head to Magnolia Green Park ~ 1201 Lipscomb Street, between Magnolia and Rosedale.  FREE Parking Garage at 1201 Alston Ave.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Family Fun Easter Egg Hunts Around the Community
Saturday, April 4, 2015

There are lots of terrific (and FREE) Easter Egg Hunts sponsored throughout the metroplex this weekend.  Here is a roundup of  local family favorites:

• North Richland Hills, Eggstravaganza:  This fun family event will include an egg hunt, food, prizes, candy, bounce houses, games, a petting zoo and more!  There will be 5 different egg hunts scheduled by age group. Learn more here.
Saturday, April 4, 2:00pm – 4:00pm on the Front Lawn of North Richland Hills Baptist Church, 6955 Boulevard 26,  North Richland Hills.

Fort Worth Stockyards Station Hosts a Texas Sized Easter Celebration & Egg Hunt ~ Texas-style!  Easter egg hunt for all ages through 12 begins at noon, and afterwards there will be an Easter bunny, face painting, a balloon animal maker and more fun for the family. Learn more here.
Saturday, April 4, Starts at 12:00  on the lawn of the Historic Livestock Exchange Building and Fort Worth Stock Yards Visitors Center, 130 E. Exchange Avenue Fort Worth Texas

• Fort Worth Community Centers: Fort Worth Community Centers have planned some fun Easter activities for this weekend including Easter egg hunts, bounce houses, crafts egg decorating.  Learn more here. Activities and event times vary by community center.

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:: FREE Animal Exploration Program at River Legacy
Living Science Center in Arlington
Saturday, April 4, 2015

Discover the habits and adaptations of one of our native animals during a live animal observation with a River Legacy Naturalist at River Legacy Living Science Center. Space is limited, please RSVP to 817.860.6752

Details, details
What:
 To find out more about the FREE  program, go here.
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, April 4, 2015 ~ 2:00 pm
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated and space is limited.

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:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science &
History and the Perot Museum in Dallas

Saturday, April 4, 2015

Bank of America’s 2015 national program, Museums On Us offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to 150+ participating museums throughout the country. In DFW, this FREE Admission program takes place this weekend at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and in Dallas at The Perot Museum of Nature & Science.

Details, details
What:
To learn more about the Museums On Us program, go 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 is located at 1600 Gendy St. (corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). The Perot Museum can be found at 2201 N. Field Street in Dallas.
When: Saturday, April 4, 2015
Cost: FREE to Bank of America Cardholders

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:: FREE District 6 Town Hall Coffee with Mayor Betsy Price
Saturday, April 4, 2015

Mayor Betsy is teaming up with city council members to host community coffees throughout Fort Worth. Stop in to talk to Mayor Betsy and your council member about what is important to you in your neighborhood and around town.  Free coffee will be provided ~ enjoy a cup while talking to your city leaders!

Details, details
What: Learn more about Town Halls for All here.
Where:
WJ Turner Elementary School Auditorium,
3000 NW 26th St.
When: Saturday, April 4, 2015 ~ 10:00am
Cost: FREE!

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:: Take an “Art-Full” Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.

Saturday, April 4, 2015

Nasher Sculpture Center, First Saturdays
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The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays for families ~ bring the kids and enjoy free admission and fun family programming on the first Saturday of every month. Target First Saturdays are designed especially for children in preschool to elementary school and feature a lineup of activities that encourage creative thought through a monthly “Big Idea.” Children can engage in art projects and experience creativity in action through scavenger hunts, performances, storytime and more.

Details, details
What:
For details, including a complete schedule, click here.
When:
Saturday, April 4 ~ FREE admission: 10 am – 5 pm
FREE Family activities from 10 am – 2 pm
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost:
FREE

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:: FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
Saturday, April 4, 2015

The Kimbell Art Museum ~ Fort Worth Art Program

The Kimbell Kids drop-in program introduces children (ages 12 and under) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Each session features a brief gallery activity and a related studio-art project. Sign up at the entrance to the education studios in the Renzo Piano Pavilion one hour before the program. Do note that you may want to arrive early to sign up as space is very limited.

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the the Kimbell’s event site.
When: Saturday, April 4, 2015 ~ 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum ~  3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Home Depot ~ Kids Woodworking Skills Workshop
Saturday, April 4, 2015

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help them learn a new woodworking skill and build their very own spring planter 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.  For ages 5-12.

Details, details
What:
Get more information about the workshop, here.
When: Saturday, April 4, 2015 ~ 9:00 am to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores.
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Easter Egg Hunt & Family Event at Bass Pro
Through April 5, 2015

Pop over to Bass Pro for a FREE Easter family event including a free photo with the Easter Bunny, an Easter Egg hunt for ages 2-10, crafts for the kids and more fun!

Details, details
What: For more info about Bass Pro’s Easter event, click here
When: Through April 5, 2015 ~ Go here for event schedule.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

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Honey Baked Ham Coupons — Up to $5 OFF

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Just in time for Easter, there is a nifty $5 OFF bone-in Honey Baked Ham coupon to print out and use in store. Coupon expires April 30, 2015.

P.S. if you sign up to be a Honey Baked Ham VIP member, they’ll send you a link for a $6 OFF coupon…even better!

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March 27-29 FREE And Cheap Things To Do Around Fort Worth This Weekend


This weekend’s FREE & Cheap Fort Worth area entertainment roundup includes:

  • FREE Fort Worth’s 2015 Spring Gallery Night
  • FREE Bedford ArtsFest & Family Event
  • FREE Community Family Easter Egg Hunts 
  • FREE Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
  • FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
  • FREE Kids Fishing 101 Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
  • FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
  • FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma 

:: FREE! Fort Worth’s 2015 Spring Gallery Night
Saturday, March 28, 2015

Milan-Gallery Fort Worth

The Fort Worth Art Dealer’s Association (FWADA) invites you to take-in the visual arts and our community’s unique cultural richness during the annual Spring Gallery Night. Come take a stroll through participating galleries, museums, retail businesses, and area restaurants, and enjoy the many artists featured during this community event. Gallery Night is free and open to the public.  Many locations are hosting live music and light h’ors d’oeuvres.

Details, details
What
: To get more info on participating locations, download the 2015 Spring Gallery Night program and map here. Hosted by the Fort Worth Art Dealer’s Association (more info at fwada.org).
When: Saturday, March 28, 2015 ~ Event times vary by venue, but most participants are open from 12:00PM to 9:00PM. Go here to find the schedule for each location.
Where: Print out a map of each participating venue here.
Cost: Most events are FREE.

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:: FREE  Third Annual Bedford ArtsFest & Family Event
Saturday, March 28, 2015

artsfest bedford tx

In collaboration with the Bedford Cultural Commission, the City of Bedford presents ArtsFest, a family friendly event to promote and celebrate the arts in Bedford. This juried art festival will feature regional artists, musicians and performers who contribute to the vibrant heritage of the North Texas region. Enjoy an assortment of food trucks, musical entertainers and art of all shapes and sizes at the historic Boys Ranch Park.

Details, details
What: For more info about Bedford’s ArtFestgo here.
When: Saturday, March 28, 2015 ~ 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Where: Bedford Boys Ranch Park, 2801 Forest Ridge Dr in Bedford
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Family Fun Easter Egg Hunts Around the Community
Saturday, March 28, 2015

There are lots of terrific (and FREE) Easter Egg Hunts sponsored throughout the metroplex this Saturday, March 28.  Here are a few of our favorites:

• Colleyville, KLTY 6th Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Helicopter Egg Drop.   This kids only Eggstravaganza features live music, petting zoo, pony rides, face painters, bounce houses,  obstacle course, 10,000+ Easter Egg Hunt, and lots of KID-FUN Entertainment!  Saturday, March 28, 9:00AM – Noon at Compass Christian Church, 2600 Hall Johnson Rd.,  Colleyville. 214-387-0475.  Learn more here.

• Keller, Special Bunnies Easter Egg Hunt at Northwood Church:  This special Easter Egg Hunt is for children with special needs and their families ~ all are welcome to attend at no cost and enjoy a safe and supportive environment to enjoy the fun of an Easter egg hunt, bounce houses, face painting, and more.  The event is hosted by Northwood Church and Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT), but any child with special needs is welcome to take part in this great event with their family. Saturday, March 28, 1:30-3:30pm at Northwood Church,  1870 Rufe Snow Drive, Keller.  Learn more here.

• Grapevine, 40th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Nash Farms: Grab your baskets and prepare for egg-hunting fun! On Saturday, March 28, hop on over to Nash Farm for the 40th Annual Easter Egg Hunt presented by the Grapevine Parks and Recreation department. This free event will feature egg-hunting, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, tractor-drawn wagon rides and more. Hunt times are divided by age groups:  Saturday, March 28, 9:30am – 12:30pm at Nash Farm in Grapevine, 626 Ball Street (near Historic Downtown Grapevine).  Get more details here.

• North Richland Hills, Easter in the Park: Family activities will include an Easter egg hunt with over 20,000 treat-filled eggs covering the playing fields, a petting zoo, mini-train, activities and bounce houses for lots of after-the-hunt fun. Saturday, March 28,  10:00am – Noon at Green Valley Park, 7701 Smithfield Road, North Richland Hills.  Learn more here.

• Keller, Spring Easter Egg Scramble:  Keller is hosting a fun Easter egg hunt and family fun event —  There will be lots of free activities like bounce houses, slides, pony rides and a petting zoo, as well as an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny. Saturday, March 28,  9:30am – 11:30AM at Bear Creek Park Pond, 400 Bear Creek Park in Keller.  Learn more here.

• Fort Worth Community Centers: Fort Worth Community Centers have planned some fun Easter activities for this weekend including Easter egg hunts, bounce houses, crafts egg decorating.  Learn more here. Activities and dates vary by community center.

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:: FREE  Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
Saturday, March 28, 2015

 

Join the Noble Planetarium staff for a FREE Star Gazing party Saturday night. You will find plenty of telescopes for viewing and lots of experts available to help you and your family navigate your way through the skies.

Details, details
What: For more info about the Planetarium’s Star Partiesgo here.
When: Saturday, March 28 ~ begins at dusk until 10:30PM
Where: In the parking lot, just south of the Science & History Museum at the corner of Montgomery and Harley.  Go here for directions.
Cost: FREE

P.S. Noble Planetarium recommends a wonderful & FREE resource for star-gazing from the comfort of your backyard. If you would like a fun way to navigate the night sky, visit this link.

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:: FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
Saturday, March 28, 2015

The Kimbell Art Museum ~ Fort Worth Art Program

The Kimbell Kids drop-in program introduces children (ages 12 and under) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Each session features a brief gallery activity and a related studio-art project. Sign up at the entrance to the education studios in the Renzo Piano Pavilion one hour before the program. Do note that you may want to arrive early to sign up as space is very limited.

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the the Kimbell’s event site.
When: Saturday, March 28, 2015 ~ 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum ~  3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Kids Fishing 101 Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
Saturday, March 28, 2015

Want to take your kids fishing, but don’t know where to start? Bass Pro in Grapevine offers a kids fishing event every Saturday from 11am to 1pm. This is a fun experience for kids, and you will love to see the joy that first fish brings to the face of your child! Kids will learn how to bait their own hook and catch live fish in the Bass Pro pond. Equipment and bait provided.

Details, details

What: For more info about Bass Pro’s Fishing 101 class, click here
When: March 28, 2015, 11:00AM to 1:00PM
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
….Saturday,  March 28, 2015

Join Williams-Sonoma’s weekly Junior Chef Class where they will show kids how fun and easy cooking can be.  They’ll learn to make delicious recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way.  At this week’s class, kids will learn some basic egg-cooking techniques plus
eggs-traordinary ways to enjoy those hard-boiled eggs. Suitable for ages 5 – 13.  Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.  

Details, details
What: For more information and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma Junior Chef Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday, March 28, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact time & date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
Sunday, March 29, 2015

Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music show on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly 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, March 29, 2015, 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
Sunday, March 29, 2015

A casual weekend brunch is a wonderful way to spend time with friends. At this Williams-Sonoma technique class, you will discover how to take your brunch fare to a whole new level with classic favorites plus innovative new recipes. They’ll also teach you some great make-ahead dishes.  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 and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma technique classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Sunday, March 29, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times and date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams-Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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TODAY ONLY — 50% OFF Spring Dresses for Ladies, Girls, and Babies at Amazon

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Amazon is running a pass-along worthy deal — for today only, get 50% or MORE OFF Spring Dresses for ladies, girls, and babies. We LOVE Amazon for shoe & clothes shopping because of the huge selection, cheap prices, FREE return shipping for clothing & shoes that don’t work out, and best of all, no mall traffic. : )  Here’s the scoop on this deal…

There are 100s of items in the 50% Off dress sale  — here are some of the bargains that caught our attention:

 

$49.50 Taylor Dresses Women’s Sleeveless Striped A-Line Dress (Reg. $138)

 

$29 MSK Women’s Chain Neck Halter Stripe Dress

 

$49.50 Taylor Dresses Women’s Striped Fit-and-Flare Dress (Reg. $138)

 

$21 Youngland Little Girls’ Color Block Ottoman Dress (Reg. $42)

 

$23.99 Rare Editions Baby Girls’ Infant 2-Piece Mixed Print
Chevron Print Dress and Bloomer Set (Reg. $50)

We are big fans of buying clothes and shoes from Amazon ~ they carry hard to fit sizes in top brands, prices are usually much lower than anywhere else, and if something doesn’t fit (or you just change your mind), return shipping is FREE on shoe & clothes orders.

:: Go here to see the entire selection in this today-only dress sale.  

I hope you find just what you are looking for! 

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March 20-22 FREE And Cheap Things To Do Around Fort Worth This Weekend


This weekend’s FREE & Cheap Fort Worth area entertainment roundup includes:

  • FREE Marine Creek Lake Trail Opening Celebration 
  • FREE Amon Carter Museum Library and Archives Tour
  • FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
  • FREE National Weather Service SkyWarn Workshop
  • FREE Drip Irrigation Gardening Class at Calloway’s
  • FREE Kids Fishing 101 Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
  • FREE Hot to Install Tile D.I.Y. Class at Home Depot
  • FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
  • FREE Home Accessories & Decorating Class at Pottery Barn
  • FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma 

:: FREE! Marine Creek Lake Trail Ribbon Cutting & Family Event
Saturday, March 21, 2015

Join the Tarrant Regional Water District at Whoop on the Loop, and celebrate the completion of the Marine Creek loop trail with a 1K fun run, 5K and ribbon-cutting ceremony.  Dogs, strollers, walkers and runners are all welcome to experience the new six-mile loop trail around Marine Creek Lake. After your stroll or run, the kids can enjoy a bounce house and other activities while you check out the plans for the trailhead along the trail, scheduled to open this summer.

Details, details
What: To find out more about the new Marine Creek Trail and Whoop on the Loop events, go here.
Where: 2700 N.W. Loop 820. The parking lot is on the southeast corner of Marine Creek Lake off the I-820 access road just west of Marine Creek Parkway (turn right at the blue TRWD sign located along the I-820 access road).
When: Saturday, March 21, 2015 ~ 9:00AM
Cost: FREE!  Registration for the 5K is $5

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:: FREE!  Amon Carter Library and Archives Tour
Saturday, March 21, 2015

Every third Saturday through May, join the Amon Carter museum’s librarian or archivist on a behind-the-scenes tour of the museum’s research library and archives. The tour starts in the reading room and continues to book storage and then to archives and special collections. Along the way, learn about the history of the facility, its collections (over 150,000 items), and its various programs. No reservations required.

Details, details
What: For more info about this special Amon Carter tour, click here.
When: Saturday, March 21 ~ 3:00 – 3:30 PM
Where: Amon Carter Museum – The tour starts in the museum’s reading room.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
Saturday, March 21, 2015

The Kimbell Art Museum ~ Fort Worth Art Program

The Kimbell Kids drop-in program introduces children (ages 12 and under) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Each session features a brief gallery activity and a related studio-art project. Sign up at the entrance to the education studios in the Renzo Piano Pavilion one hour before the program. Do note that you may want to arrive early to sign up as space is very limited.

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the the Kimbell’s event site.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2015 ~ 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum ~  3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE National Weather Service Storm SkyWarn Spotter Workshop
Saturday, March 21, 2015

With the severe weather season upon us, the National Weather Service is preparing North Texans by hosting a free SkyWarn storm workshop.  This workshop will discuss spotting and reporting storms, identifying cloud features, learning safety rules, and planning for a severe weather day.  You can even become a certified SkyWarn spotter if you’d like!

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the National Weather Service.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2015 ~  9:00 AM – Noon
Where: Mansfield ~ St. Jude Church, 310 Graves St.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Drip Irrigation Class and Demonstration at Calloway’s
Saturday, March 21, 2015

Join Calloway’s Nursery to learn how to save money and precious water with drip irrigation, an efficient way to deliver precisely the right amount of water to your plant’s root system on a regular automated basis. Drip irrigation can dramatically reduce water use, plus it can actually be healthier for your plants — especially trees and shrubs which require deeper watering than traditional overhead sprinklers provide. Learn how to install a drip irrigation system that is efficient, reliable, and easy to use!

Details, details
What:
 Learn more about Calloway’s gardening class and demonstration here.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2015 ~ 10:15am.
Where: All Calloway’s store locations in DFW.  Find a store near you, here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Kids Fishing 101 Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
Saturday, March 21, 2015

Want to take your kids fishing, but don’t know where to start? Bass Pro in Grapevine offers a kids fishing event every Saturday from 11am to 1pm. This is a fun experience for kids, and you will love to see the joy that first fish brings to the face of your child! Kids will learn how to bait their own hook and catch live fish in the Bass Pro pond. Equipment and bait provided.

Details, details

What: For more info about Bass Pro’s Fishing 101 class, click here
When: March 21, 2015, 11:00AM to 1:00PM
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Home Depot DIY Class ~ How to Install Tile
Saturday, March 21, 2015

This Saturday, join Home Depot for a D.I.Y. Workshop where you will learn how to install, cut, set, grout and seal tile, as well as choose the right supplies for your tile project.

Details, details
What: Get more information about the workshop, here.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2015, 10:00AM and 1:00PM
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
….Saturday,  March 21, 2015

Join Williams-Sonoma’s weekly Junior Chef Class where they will show kids how fun and easy cooking can be.  They’ll learn to make delicious recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way.  At this week’s class, kid’s will learn how to make and decorate this adorable little bunny cake! Suitable for ages 5–13.  Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.  

Details, details
What: For more information and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma Junior Chef Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday, March 21, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact time & date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
Sunday, March 22, 2015

Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music show on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly 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, March 22, 2015, 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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:: FREE Pottery Barn Class ~ Learn to Accessorize Your Home
Sunday, March 22, 2015

Join Pottery Barn for an in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for some simple and affordable ways to refresh your home with new accessories.

Details, details
What: For more information, go to Pottery Barn’s event site.
When:
 Class takes place March 22, 2015. Times differ by store so be sure to call your local store to verify class time.
Where: Go here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost:
 FREE!

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, March 22, 2015

From a classic carrot cake to scrumptious cookies and charming bunny cakes, William’s Sonoma will show you how to bake some sweet Easter treats at this FREE class! They’ll make a festive finish to a brunch or dinner, or an egg hunt party for the kids.  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 and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma technique classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Sunday, March 22, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times and date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams-Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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Attention book lovers! Want to learn about future bestsellers before they become bestsellers? How about a chance to read books before they are available to the public? Robert Haddock from Random House will buzz about forthcoming books and give readers the inside scoop on spring and summer titles. - 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 2, Central, Tandy Lecture Hall

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TODAY ONLY: Save Over 60% on Norton Security ($29.99 For 5 Devices)

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TODAY ONLY: Amazon has a special daily deal offer ~ get Norton Security for $29.99 and protect up to 5 Devices including PCs, Macs, Smartphones and tablets  (retail is $79.99).  Norton Security gives you the their most comprehensive protection for the many ways you connect online. Along with proactive web and privacy protection, Norton Security even includes a special feature that helps you easily locate lost or stolen smartphones and tablets.

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March 13-15 FREE And Cheap Things To Do Around Fort Worth This Weekend


This weekend’s FREE & Cheap Fort Worth area entertainment roundup includes:

  • FREE SiNaCa Art Glass Open Studio Night
  • FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
  • FREE Family Movie Showing of Despicable Me 2
  • FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
  • FREE National Weather Service SkyWarn Workshop
  • FREE Town Hall Coffee with Mayor Betsy Price
  • FREE Hort Couture Spring Gardening Event at Calloway’s
  • FREE Dog Event  Training Seminars and Event at Bass Pro
  • FREE Woodworking Skills Class for Kids at Lowes
  • FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
  • FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma PLUS FREE Knife Sharpening

:: FREE Sinaca School of Glass Open Studio Night
Friday, March 13, 2015

Join SiNaCa School of Glass for their open studio night and find out more about the “magic” that goes in to creating glass art.  You’ll receive a close-up view of a glass artist creating their work in the studio and an interactive play-by-play of the glass blowing technique. It’s also the perfect time to find out how you can get involved in learning how to work with glass.

Details, details
What: To find out more about SiNaCa’s open studio night, go here.
Where: SiNaCa Studios ~ 1013 West Magnolia Ave.
When: Friday, March 13, 2015 ~ 6:00PM
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
Saturday, March 14, 2015

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, March 14, 2015 ~ 2:00PM
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Family Movie Showing of Despicable Me 2
Saturday, February 14, 2015

Join the Fort Worth Central Library for a free showing of the fun family movie, Despicable Me 2! As part of Central Library’s monthly family film series, you are invited to bring the whole family to enjoy this free feature-length movie. Please note that adults must be accompanied by a child.

About the movie: Former bad guy Gru is trying to live a relatively normal life with his three daughters. Everything changes when he is recruited by the Anti-Villain League. Find out if Gru can stop his minions from being abducted and turned into monsters. PG, 98 min.

Details, details
What: For more information about this event, click here. 
When: Saturday,  March 14, 2015 ~ 1:00PM
Where: Downtown 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.

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:: FREE Kids Art Class at The Kimbell Art Museum
Saturday, March 14, 2015

The Kimbell Art Museum ~ Fort Worth Art Program

The Kimbell Kids drop-in program introduces children (ages 12 and under) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Each session features a brief gallery activity and a related studio-art project. Sign up at the entrance to the education studios in the Renzo Piano Pavilion one hour before the program. Do note that you may want to arrive early to sign up as space is very limited.

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the the Kimbell’s event site.
When: Saturday, March 14, 2015 ~ 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum ~  3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE National Weather Service Storm SkyWarn Spotter Workshop
Saturday, March 14, 2015

With the severe weather season right around the corner, the National Weather Service is preparing North Texans by hosting a free SkyWarn storm workshop.  This workshop will discuss spotting and reporting storms, identifying cloud features, learning safety rules, and planning for a severe weather day.  You can even become a certified SkyWarn spotter if you’d like!

The class will be divided into two parts — a basic overview of storm spotting will be presented in the morning session, and in the afternoon session, the class will consist of more advanced topics like radar interpretation and severe storms.

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the National Weather Service.
When: Saturday, March 14, 2015 ~
9:00 AM – Noon (basic session) 1:00-4:30 PM (advanced session)
Where: Denton ~ Multipurpose Classroom Building at Texas Woman’s University
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Spring Gardening Event and Demonstrations at Calloway’s
Saturday, March 14, 2015

Join Calloway’s Nursery for Hort Couture, a spring gardening event, to learn color and design secrets for creating a vibrant spring garden, inspired by what’s currently trending on the runway. Texas Certified Nursery Professionals will teach tips and techniques to mix & match Hort Couture collection flowers in fun colors like Crazytunia Cherry Cheesecake and Catwalk Lipstick Pink.

Details, details
What:
 Calloway’s spring gardening event and demonstration. Learn more here.
When: Saturday, March 14, 2015 ~ 10:15am.
Where: All Calloway’s store locations in DFW.  Find a store near you, here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Dog Training Seminar and Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
Friday and Saturday, March 13-14, 2015

It’s all about dogs at Bass Pro’s “Dog Days” Friday and Saturday family event! Friday’s event features a free seminar on socializing and crate training your dog (6pm); Saturday’s seminars will include classes on teaching your puppy to sit and heel (11am) and keeping your dog safe in the outdoors (2pm). Saturday’s event also includes free demonstrations by Grapevine police K-9 units, dog microchipping, grooming, a FREE 4X6 photo, giveaways and more.

Details, details
What: For more info about Bass Pro’s event, click here.
When: March 13-14, 2015, go here for the complete schedule.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Kids Woodworking Clinic
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Saturday, March 14, 2015

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 build-your-own Monster Truck 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, March 14, 2015 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores.
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
….Saturday,  March 14, 2015

Join Williams-Sonoma’s weekly Junior Chef Class where they will show kids how fun and easy cooking can be.  They’ll learn to make delicious recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way.  At this week’s class, kid’s will learn how to make pancake batter and flip some flapjacks. They’ll be able to  personalize their pancake with some good-for-you foods like walnuts, coconut and flax. They’ll also learn how to make a hazelnut-chocolate spread, to top everything off. Suitable for ages 5–13.  Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.  

Details, details
What: For more information and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma Junior Chef Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday, March 14, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact time & date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
Sunday, March 15, 2015

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, March 15, 2015, 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
PLUS FREE Knife Sharpening!
Sunday, March 15, 2015

With spring produce sprouting up at farmers’ markets, this is the perfect time to refresh your knife skills. Join Williams-Sonoma and learn how to chop, slice and dice seasonal fruits and vegetables like a pro. They’ll also offer complimentary knife sharpening services in this class.   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 and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma technique classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Sunday, March 15, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times and date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams-Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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Up to 80% OFF Chacos for Women and Men at LeftLane Sports PLUS $10 OFF Through Monday

Left Lane Sports daily deal site is running a great Spring kick-off sale on Chaco sandals and athletic shoes through Monday.  This top-of-the-line outdoor gear site is offering a nice selection of Chacos at up to 80% OFF ~ if you’ve shopped Chaco sandals, you know that discount prices are hard to come by. Here’s the scoop on the sale…

Men’s and Women’s Chaco sandals, the comfortable shoes that have become so popular for outdoor enthusiasts, college kids, and comfort seekers alike are on sale (through Monday, March 9) at LeftLaneSports for up to 80% OFF!  

Plus, on top of this savings, get an extra $10 OFF your first purchase of $50 or more (for new members of LeftLane only ~ go here to sign up for free and get the $10 credit).


New to LeftLane Sports?  They are a members-only (joining is free!) daily deal site featuring top outdoor, and sports brands — like Pearl Izumi, Salomon, Marmot, Columbia, Patagonia, and Camelbak — typically 50-80% off retail price (we’ve found them regularly LOTS cheaper than REI and Whole Earth for the same brands). Whether you run, cycle, hike, camp, ride, swim, or just like to take a casual stroll, they’ve got top-of-the-line gear at close-out prices.

Membership is free, and since I invited you, you’ll receive an instant $10 shopping credit (here) towards your first purchase.


Here’s a sample of our bargain finds at the Chaco sale (we counted almost 60 styles from which to choose): :: Women’s Chaco “Tanana” Blue Flip Flops $21.88 (reg. $70)

:: Women’s Chaco “Sleet” Black & Sleet Sandal $44.95 (reg. $75)

:: Men’s Chaco “Mighty” Black Sandal $53.95 (reg. $90)

:: Men’s Chaco “Rex” Grey Sandal $53.95 (reg. $90)

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:: Men’s Chaco “Fathom” Chevron Sandal $35.95 (reg. $60)

https://www.leftlanesports.com/invite/FrugalInFortWorth

Insider tip:  Chaco quantities are limited for this sale and due to the popularity, these will sell out really fast…you will want to hurry if you want to have the best selection of styles and sizes.


…And Here’s the Scoop on LeftLane Sports’ EXTRA $10 Credit Offer For New Members!

It’s a great time to get signed-up for LeftLane Sports daily deals!  When you sign up for the first time, you’ll get $10 credited to your account to use towards any LeftLane Sports  order of $50 or more ~ including these already discounted Chaco Sandals!  It looks like you have 6 months to use the credit before it expires, but other than that, there are no other strings attached (love that!). Do note that the $10 credit is only offered for new account sign-ups and that it is FREE to join.   Go here to sign up for free and get the $10 credit! How to get the Extra $10 OFF LeftLane Sports credit:

  1. Join LeftLane Sports for FREE and get a $10 Credit. Once you are signed up as a new member, a $10 credit will be waiting for you to use on your minimum $50 Purchase.
  2. Find and select the Chaco’s Sale by scrolling through the discount “boutiques” listed (look for the below image).
  3. Make your purchase before Wednesday. There are limited quantities of these sandals available, so I would recommend not waiting too long to make your purchase.  As usual with LeftLane Sports many of the items will sell out fast.
  4. That’s all there is to it!  Easy breezy.  : )

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FREE Admission to The Modern Art Museum, Monday March 9


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The Modern Museum of Fort Worth is offering FREE admission to the public Monday, March 9th! While the museum is normally closed on Mondays, their doors will not only be open, admission is waived, and children can begin celebrating with the special gallery program, Spring Break Wonders.

Details, details
What: Learn more about free admission to The Modern and the special Spring Break Wonders gallery program here.
When: Free admission takes place Monday, March 9th. View the full schedule for Spring Break Wonders here.
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell Street
Cost: FREE!

 

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March 6-8 FREE And Cheap Things To Do Around Fort Worth This Weekend


This weekend’s FREE & Cheap Fort Worth area entertainment roundup includes:

  • FREE Animal Exploration Program at River Legacy
  • FREE Museum Admission at Fort Worth
    Science and History Museum & Perot Museum
  • FREE Town Hall Coffee with Mayor Betsy Price
  • FREE First Saturday Family Fun Day at
    Nasher Sculpture Center (In Dallas)
  • FREE Heirloom Vegetable Gardening Class at Calloway’s
  • FREE Dog Training Seminar and Event at Bass Pro
  • FREE Kids Woodworking Workshop at Home Depot
  • FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
  • FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma

:: FREE Animal Exploration Program at River Legacy
Living Science Center in Arlington
Saturday, March 7, 2015

Discover the habits and adaptations of one of River Legacy’s native animals during a live animal observation with a Naturalist at River Legacy Living Science Center. RSVP to 817.860.6752.

Details, details
What:
 To find out more about the FREE  program, go here.
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, March 7, 2015 ~ 2:00 pm
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated and space is limited.

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:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science &
History and the Perot Museum in Dallas

Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2015

Bank of America’s 2015 national program, Museums On Us offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to 150+ participating museums throughout the country. In DFW, this FREE Admission program takes place this weekend at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and in Dallas at The Perot Museum of Nature & Science.

Details, details
What:
To learn more about the Museums On Us program, go 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 is located at 1600 Gendy St. (corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). The Perot Museum can be found at 2201 N. Field Street in Dallas.
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2015
Cost: FREE to Bank of America Cardholders

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:: FREE District 6 Town Hall Coffee with Mayor Betsy Price
Saturday, March 7, 2015

Mayor Betsy is teaming up with city council members to host community coffees throughout Fort Worth. Stop in to talk to Mayor Betsy and your council member about what is important to you in your neighborhood and around town.  Free coffee will be provided ~ enjoy a cup while talking to your city leaders!

Details, details
What: Learn more about Town Halls for All here.
Where:
Chisholm Trail Community Center ~ 4680 McPherson Blvd
When: Saturday, March 7, 2015 ~ 9:00am
Cost: FREE!

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:: Take an “Art-Full” Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.

Saturday, March 7, 2015

Nasher Sculpture Center, First Saturdays
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The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays for families ~ bring the kids and enjoy free admission and fun family programming on the first Saturday of every month. Target First Saturdays are designed especially for children in preschool to elementary school and feature a lineup of activities that encourage creative thought through a monthly “Big Idea.” Children can engage in art projects and experience creativity in action through scavenger hunts, performances, storytime and more.

Details, details
What:
For details, including a complete schedule, click here.
When:
Saturday, March 7 ~ FREE admission: 10 am – 5 pm
FREE Family activities from 10 am – 2 pm
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost:
FREE

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:: FREE Lush Indoor Plant Class at Calloway’s
Saturday, March 7, 2015

Join Calloway’s to learn how to grow fresh vegetables and help them thrive in your own garden. Enjoy gourmet and heirloom varieties that are healthy, delicious, and flavorful. Learn tips and tricks for growing baskets of vegetables right here in Texas!

Details, details
What:
For more info about this event, click here.
When: Saturday, March 7, 2015 ~ 10:15 am.
Where: All Calloway’s store locations in DFW.
Find a store near you, here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Dog Training Seminar and Event at Bass Pro in Grapevine
Friday and Saturday, March 6-7, 2015

It’s all about dogs at Bass Pro’s “Dog Days” Friday and Saturday family event! Friday’s event features a free seminar on socializing and crate training your dog (6pm); Saturday’s seminars will include classes on teaching your puppy to sit and heel (11am) and keeping your dog safe in the outdoors (2pm). Saturday’s event also includes free demonstrations by Grapevine police K-9 units, dog microchipping, grooming, veterinarian wellness checks, a FREE 4X6 photo, giveaways and more.

Details, details
What: For more info about Bass Pro’s event, click here.
When: March 6-7, 2015, go here for the complete schedule.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Home Depot ~ Kids Woodworking Skills Workshop
Saturday, March 7, 2015

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help them learn a new woodworking skill and build their very own sports themed bookends 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, March 7, 2015 ~ 9:00 am to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores.
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Junior Chef Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
….Saturday,  March 7, 2015

Join Williams-Sonoma’s weekly Junior Chef Class where they will show kids how fun and easy cooking can be.  They’ll learn to make delicious recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way.  At this week’s class, kid’s will learn how to make sandwiches that go beyond the basic PB&J. They’ll learn how to make some fun and tasty lunch foods that will satisfy kids and parents alike. Suitable for ages 5 – 13.  Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.  

Details, details
What: For more information and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma Junior Chef Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday, March 7, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact time & date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at The Stockyards
Sunday, March 8, 2015

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, March 8, 2015, 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
And, Get 10% OFF Your In-store Purchase!
Sunday, March 8, 2015

In this weekend’s in-store class, Williams-Sonoma will offer tips and techniques for roasting.  Whether you’re preparing dinner for guests or a weeknight meal for your family, roasting is an ideal cooking technique—it yields foods with a caramelized exterior and tender, juicy interior. They’ll cover the basics, from pan roasting individual pieces of meat and vegetables to roasting a holiday ham that will feed a crowd.  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 and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma technique classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Sunday, March 8, 2015. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times and date.
Where: Go here to find a Williams-Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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FREE Spring Break Art Extravaganza At The Kimbell Art Museum — March 10-13


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Celebrate Spring Break at the Kimbell Art Museum, March 10-13, with ongoing art activities for all ages including interactive family tours, storybook readings, teen studios led by guest artists, and films provided by Lone Star Film Society.  The week-long Spring Break Art Extravaganza is FREE and no reservations are required for this program.

Details, details
What: Learn more at the Kimbell Art Museum’s Spring Break event site.
When: Tuesday to Friday, March 10-13, 2015.  Go here to see the Kimbell Art Museum’s complete schedule of Spring Break Extravaganza events.
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum ~  3333 Camp Bowie Blvd
Cost: FREE!

 

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How to Make Snow Ice Cream — a.k.a. Winter Bliss in a Bowl

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I hope you are enjoying our beautiful snow today!

We are not posting our weekly Fort Worth Free & Cheap Weekend Events (for Feb. 27 & 28) since most events are cancelled or postponed due to this lovely winter weather.  Instead, we decided to “dust off” and share this archived post/recipe from a few years ago —  How to Make Snow Ice Cream.

Have fun and stay warm! : )

Something New to Try
On this fluffy-white, beautiful snow day, I thought it would be fun to make snow   ice cream for the first time.  I remember my parents sharing memories about making the treat when they were kiddos (they grew up where snow was a more frequent occurrence than here in Fort Worth), and I always thought it sounded like the ultimate “fun food!”

I do believe this is just the thing to try on this wonderful winter day, and have already set my largest bowl outside to catch a container-full of winter bliss.

Following is the recipe I used, which comes with great reviews from allrecipes.com:

Bon Appetite, y’all!

Snow Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients

1 gallon snow
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups milk (or half and half for a richer taste)

Directions

  1. When it starts to snow, place a large, clean bowl outside to collect the flakes.
  2. When full, stir in sugar and vanilla to taste, then stir in just enough milk for the desired consistency.
  3. Serve at once.

Options:  Personally, we like this recipe best, as is, but you can also try mixing other favorite ingredients such as cocoa powder, cinnamon, coconut, or chocolate chips. Get creative and the kids (big and small) will have a blast making it.

Did you try this recipe? We’d love to hear about your experience in the comments section.

Enjoy and Share!    :)

 

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FREE SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica Tickets for Teachers and Military Families — Pssst! Show Some Appreciation & Pass Along!

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We love it when special people get honored by local businesses! If you know a teacher or someone in the military, please thank them for their service and pass this along…

 SeaWorld 50th Anniversary Logo

For a limited time, SeaWorld is honoring Texas teachers and military families with FREE tickets to SeaWorld Adventure Park in San Antonio.  Here’s the scoop:

:: FREE Unlimited Admission Teacher’s TicketSea World is offering a FREE Teacher Study Pass to all actively employed and certified K-12 grade school instructors in the state of Texas.  This pass allows unlimited admission to SeaWorld  and Aquatica San Antonio now through September 7, 2015.

Secret Sauce Tips: Registration for the Teacher Study Pass must be completed online by May 31, 2015 and is not available at the park. You will receive an eVoucher with can be redeemed & exchanged at any SeaWorld kiosk for a complimentary Teacher Study Pass. Also, you must redeem your eVoucher at the park by July 31, 2015 or your eVoucher will expire.   Similar offers available to teachers at Sea World in Orlando, Florida (here).

Go here to register for a FREE Teacher’s pass.   

:: FREE Single-Day Admission for Military Families: SeaWorld is providing FREE admission to active military and up to 3 of their direct dependants. In case the service member is deployed, dependents may also take advantage of this offer without their service member.

Secret Sauce Tips: Qualifying credentials will need  to be verified online  — click here to submit your active duty military information. This offer is valid at SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, and SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens, and more — 8 participating adventure parks in all!

Go here to learn more and register for your FREE Military family passes.

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