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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (May 13-15 Edition) ~ FREE Brave Combo Concert, FREE Outdoor Festivals, FREE Classes and More!

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

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This weekend’s highlights include:

  • FREE Brave Combo Outdoor Concert & Family Fun Event at NRH2O in North Richland Hills
  • FREE Grapevine’s Main Street Days Outdoor Festival
  • FREE Ft.Worth Stockyards 11th Annual Frontier Fort Days
  • FREE Cooking Techniques Class at Williams Sonoma
  • FREE Outdoor Decorating Class at Pottery Barn

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:: FREE Brave Combo Concert & Family Fun Event at NRH2O
    Friday, May 13, 2011

                  

With this evening promising perfect spring weather (finally!), this is a great time to get outside and enjoy a fun concert featuring favorite local band, Brave Combo! Part of NRH2O’s “Sounds of Spring” outdoor concert series, this free family event also includes games and crafts for the kids.

                                              

Details, details
What: For more information about this City of North Richland Hills sponsored
music event, go here or to see a quick video, go here.
When: Friday, May 13, 2011 ~ Gates open at 6:00pm
Where: The Sounds of Spring Concert series takes place on the grounds of
NRH2O Family Water Park, 9001 Boulevard 26.
Cost: FREE!  

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:: FREE ~ Grapevine’s Main Street Days Outdoor Festival
    Friday-Sunday, May 13-15, 2011  

Bring the family to downtown Grapevine for a weekend festival full of fun
family activities, live entertainment, food and more. Festival guests will
have the opportunity to enjoy live entertainment on four stages featuring a variety of music from rock and R&B to bluegrass and country, enjoy festival foods, arts and crafts, carnival rides, and mini excursions on the Grapevine Vintage Railroad.

Details, details
What: For more details about the festival, click here.
Where: The festival takes place in historic Downtown Grapevine. For
directions and parking details, go here.
When: Friday to Sunday, May 13-15, 2011
Friday & Saturday ~ 9:30AM-Midnight
Sunday ~ 10:30AM – 6:30PM
Cost: Friday 10am-5pm, get FREE Admission (food & rides are extra).
Go here for ticket pricing for other days.

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:: Ft.Worth Stockyards ~ 11th Annual Frontier Fort Days ~ FREE
     Friday and Saturday ~ May 13-14, 2011   

    

Bring the family to the 11th Annual Frontier Fort Days Texas heritage event
at the Fort Worth Stockyards. Exchange Avenue in the Stockyards will be lined
with encampments of historic fort sites from the Texas Forts Trail and elsewhere
in Texas. During this FREE event, you will get to experience an authentic representation of life on the Texas frontier including authentic wagons, music, and more. Hourly events include infantry demonstrations, native american dance, military parades and more.

Details, details
What: For more details about Frontier Fort Days, along with a schedule of
events & activities, click here.
Where: At the Stockyards Station ~ 130 East Exchange Ave.
For directions, click here.
When: Friday and Saturday, May 13-14, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
    Sunday, May 15, 2011

                          

Improve your grill skills!
Join Williams-Sonoma as they teach basic grill skills for cooking more than just meat & chicken. During this technique class, William’s Sonoma will show you how to grill vegetables to crisp-tender perfection, make an impressive grilled
romaine salad, and prepare flavorful sauces and relishes to serve with your meal. 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: Sunday, May 13, 2011 ~ 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 Class: Learn to Design An Outdoor Space at Pottery Barn
   Sunday, May 15, 2011

      

Get new ideas for livening up your outdoor space.
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store decorating class, where they will share helpful tips for creating an outdoor space you will love!

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, May 15 ~ Times & dates differ by store ~ be sure to call
your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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FRUGAL ALERT: 40% OFF Borders Coupon

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Borders has a terrific 40% OFF coupon that will work on just about any regular priced item, now through May 16.   Go here to print out the coupon.

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Runners, Don’t Miss Out On Today’s Groupon ~ 50% OFF Fort Worth Running Company

Posted on May 12, 2011 | Leave a comment

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I just purchased this groupon, and wanted to make sure my readers saw this, too (a pretty rare savings deal for a great running store)…

50% OFF At the Ft Worth Running Company Store!

Groupon has launched a savings offer of 50% OFF Running Apparel and Accessories at the Fort Worth Running Company. When you buy today’s Groupon for $25, you will get a $50 gift certificate valid in-store and usable on just about anything. 

Get fitted for exercise shoes for FREE, too! If you have never been fitted properly for running/walking shoes, this is a good time to have that done. Fort Worth Running Company employs real-time, slow-motion video analysis to dissect individual gaits before fitting you for shoes.  The analysis is FREE, so when you combine that with today’s groupon, it’s really a great deal and an investment in injury prevention.

There is a limited quantity of these gift certificates available, so you might not want to wait if you plan to take advantage of this.

Use the certificate anytime through August 14th, 2011.

How to get the Offer:

  1. Go here to sign up for today’s 50% OFF deal.
  2. Select Fort Worth as Your Groupon City                       
  3. Buy your Groupon before the end of the day.
    You do have until August 14th to use your Groupon, but since
    there is a limited quantity of these certificates available, I would
    recommend not waiting too long to make your purchase.

New to Groupon? You are in for a treat!

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

Groupon offers a daily deal on local goods, services and cultural events
across the country. I’ve seen their local offers include everything from
50% Off Cowboys Stadium Tour, 50% Off Nordstrom Rack to 75% Off
window cleaning ~ and seemingly everything in between! I’ve even bought
Groupon deals in other cities as a way to save on restaurant dining and
entertainment when we travel.

Here’s how it works:

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

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

3. Check back the next day to discover the next Groupon offer (or sign up for their emails to have them delivered to your inbox)!

Taking advantage of this deal supports Frugal in Fort Worth.

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Community Spotlight: Stamp Out Hunger USPS Letter Carrier Food Drive ~ Saturday May 14

Posted on May 12, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Introducing the new “Community Spotlight” column

 If you have been a reader of Frugal in Fort Worth for any length of time, you know that I *love* our city and the amazing variety of activities it offers. Few major cities are privileged to have such an abundance of major cultural institutions & world-class art museums, a rich heritage, AND a vibrant community life!

In the spirit of giving a “hug” back to our community for all it does, we have started a new “Community Spotlight” column to honor some of the great non-profit organizations who serve Ft.Worth. We will sprinkle this column into our blog occasionally so you can get to know some of the great folks who help make our city the place that it is today.

Enjoy and be sure to leave a comment (here) to let these organizations know how much you appreciate them!

            
Stamp Out Hunger, Post Office Food Drive: Saturday May 14.

This Saturday, May 14, our local post office & letter carriers will team up with the Campbell Soup Company, Kroger, United States Postal Service, and CBS 11 to collect food donations in Dallas-Fort Worth during the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. The region-wide effort will help our local food banks provide assistance to the increasingly large number of Texans who are turning to hunger-relief agencies for aid. According to the latest Feeding America report, Texas has the second highest rate of childhood hunger in the nation – one in four children in the state do not know where their next meal is coming from.

How you can you help?

Well, it’s quite easy! Local households are encouraged to fill a durable, disposable bag with healthy, non-perishable foods like canned vegetables, peanut butter, pasta or cereal for food-insecure families, children and seniors. You can give food items from your pantry or you can purchase products at your local grocery store. Once you’ve filled the bag, leave it near your mailbox for your letter carrier to pick up on Saturday, May 14th. The letter carriers will deliver all donations to the local food banks.

About Stamp Out Hunger

Now in its 19th year, the Stamp Out Hunger effort is the nation’s largest single-day food drive benefiting cities across the country, including the 25 North Texas counties collectively served by the North Texas Food Bank and the Tarrant Area Food Bank. The drive comes at a critical time for food banks. Every year many hunger-relief agencies face the challenge of having depleted stocks during the summer months and this drive helps to raise thousands of pounds of essential food items for the organizations and their clients.

Thank you in advance for donating as well as sharing details about this food drive with others!

Go here to follow Stamp Out Hunger on Facebook or here to follow them on Twitter.

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Just in Time for Summer Vacation: American Airlines Cutting Fares! $39 One-Way for 3 Days

Posted on May 11, 2011 | Leave a comment
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Great Airfare Deals on Thousands of Routes!
If you are looking to travel in the coming months, today is a great day to book! American Airlines just announced they are putting over 1,000 routes on sale through Thursday, May 12. Of course, as usual, other airlines like United, Southwest, Continental and other carriers have almost identical promotions of their own.

Fares are starting at $39 one-way and rates are valid for travel until October 5th. When comparing airlines, be sure to compare relevant fees to make sure you are getting the best deal (see price comparison tip below).

Note: To get the special pricing, you will need to book by
Thursday, May 12, 2011 for flights through October 5, 2011.

Details, Details
How: Go to American‘s, Southwest‘s, and United’s sale and
compare prices for the destination and dates of interest. Seats
and availability are limited, so being flexible with your travel
dates and times will likely help you find the lowest fares as you
comparison shop.
When: Special fares are good for travel through October 5, 2011 with
some black out dates. You must book by Thursday, May 12, 2011 to
get the special fare. Book as soon as possible for best travel dates
and options.

Price comparison tip: When comparing different carriers, be sure to add in relevant fees when trying to get the lowest overall cost. Airline fees like checked baggage and food can quickly add-up if you  aren’t careful! Download the FREE & handy Ultimate Guide to  Airline Fees from Smarter Travel which quickly compares the various added fees of most U.S. carriers.

P.S. If you haven’t already taken advantage of the FREE invitation to join SniqueAway, be sure to check them out (read about our personal experience here to learn more!). Combining a cheap 4-5 star Hotel Deal through them with one of the low airline fares could make for a luxurious, but cheap spring or early summer vacation get-away!

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FREE Grilled Chicken & Pecan Salad sandwich at Arby’s

Posted on May 11, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Get a FREE Market Fresh Grilled Chicken & Pecan Salad sandwich at Arby’s with this coupon and the purchase of a 22oz. drink! It’s valid through 5/15 at participating Arby’s restaurants.

Thanks Mojo Savings for the tip!

 

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Kids Eat FREE Today at Chili’s (May 10th)!

Posted on May 10, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Bring your kids to Chili’s to get a FREE Kids’ Meal with an Adult entrée purchase! Print the coupon and use it any time today (Tuesday, May 10th).

Plus: Go here to sign up for Chili’s Email Newsletter and they will instantly send you a coupon for a FREE chips & queso or a FREE Brownie Sundae.

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FREE Haagen Dazs Ice Cream Cone Today!

Posted on May 10, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Pop over to a  Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shop this afternoon (May
10th) and you’ll get a FREE ice cream cone of your favorite flavor!

Details, details
What: Häagen-Dazs Shops is celebrating FREE cone day and giving
away a free scoop of any flavor of ice cream.
When: Tuesday, May 10, 2011 ~ 4-8PM
Where: Go here to find a Haagen Dazs store near you.

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FREE Frozen Yogurt for Mom at TCBY!

Posted on May 6, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Let the kids “treat” Mom to TCBY for FREE!  TCBY will offer FREE frozen yogurt to moms on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8. Moms will have the choice of their favorite flavors such as popular White Chocolate Mousse, Strawberry or limited time offer Watermelon Sorbet served in a cup or cone.

Details, details
What: Head over to TCBY to learn more about this FREE Mom’s Day deal.
When: Mothers Day Sunday, May 8 during normal store hours
Where: Go here to find a TCBY near you.
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Easy Mother’s Day Breakfast Ideas & Recipes: Let the Kids Cook

Posted on May 6, 2011 | Leave a comment

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We have rounded up some easy breakfast recipes to help get Dad & your little ones on the right track for Mother’s Day.  These recipes come from a few of our favorite home cooking & foodie sites, so even if the little one’s aren’t cooking breakfast for you, these are great sites/recipes to bookmark for use in the future.

Wholesome Mommy has some great advice for helping your kids take care of breakfast.  She says, “Decide on a simple dish/recipe that your kids can make all by themselves.  Leave easy to follow directions on the counter along with the dishes, tray, and any ingredients that the kids can’t safely reach themselves.  If you can, get your husband involved and tell him your plan so that he can help the kids get the things they need in the morning – but remind him to let them do it all by themselves!”  Her Mother’s Day breakfast recipes include Layered Granola Parfait, Cinnamon & Sugar Toast, Cinnamon Oranges, and some scrumptous looking Waffles with Pecan Maple Syrup

         

Mommy’s Kitchen Blog features some super easy recipes and easy to follow picture instructions for Yogurt & Granola Breakfast Parfaits, Bacon & Cheese Muffins, Sausage Cream Cheese Crescents, Easy Monkey Bread, Overnight French Toast, Fruit Smoothies, and more.

Food Network  has compiled a few recipes that they say are so easy, Mom won’t even need to help.  Their suggested simple menu for mom includes: Giada’s custardy Baked French toast with Blueberries, a Citrus Cream Smoothie, and The Lady’s Perfect Scrambled Eggs.

And for the somewhat experienced cook: AllRecipes.com has a “Mother’s Day Top 20” list of recipes that includes top-rated breakfast items like Simple Scones, Whole Grain Waffles, Crepes and a Cinnabon recipe clone (I must check this one out for myself!).  Do note that most of these recipes are probably too advanced for little ones, though.

Happy Mother’s Day, dear Moms.  I hope this is a restful, joyful weekend for you!   Enjoy and Share! :)

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REMINDER: 50% OFF Starbucks Frappuccinos Starts at 3PM Today. Mmmmmm!

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1/2 Price Starbucks Frappuccino Bliss starts at  3PM today, May 6th!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (May 6-8) ~ Mayfest, FREE Museum Admission, FREE Creative Classes & More Family Fun!

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

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This weekend’s highlights include:

  • Fort Worth Mayfest ~ Take in some great family fun, music and food at this annual Fort Worth event!
  • FREE Fort Worth Science & History Museum Admission ~ Bank of America continues its national program, Museums On Us.
  • FREE Nasher Sculpture Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day ~ Head to Dallas for a great day of family art activities.
  • FREE Container Garden Design Clinic & FREE Mother’s Day Planting Station at Calloway’s Nursery  ~ Two fun gardening events!
  • FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Home Depot & Lowes ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
  • FREE Make it/Take it Scrapbook Mom’s Day Craft Event at Michael’s ~ Have fun making a special scrapbook page for Mom!

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:: 39th Annual Fort Worth May Fest Event
    Now through May 8, 2011

           

Enjoy a fun time with your family and friends at the 39th annual May Fest event. This Fort Worth festival is packed with live entertainment (7 stages of music and performing arts), children’s activities, festival food, and more attractions.

Details, details
What: Get more details and a full schedule at the Mayfest website,  here.
When: May 5-8, 2011
Where: Mayfest is held in Fort Worth’s Trinity Park (along the banks
of the Trinity River).   Go here for directions.
Cost: $8.00 Adults, $5.00 Children 6-12, Children 5 and under are
FREE.  All profits from Mayfest, Inc. are returned to the Fort
Worth community.   

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:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
…ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
…Saturday and Sunday, May 7-8, 2011

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Bank of America continues its national program, Museums On Us and offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to over 150 participating museums throughout the U.S.

This FREE Admission program takes place this weekend (May 7-8) in Fort Worth at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.

Details, details
What: To find out more about Bank of America’s Museums On Us
program, go here. To learn more about The Fort Worth Museum of
Science & History, click here.
How: Show a photo ID and any Bank of America Card to get FREE
admission for each Bank of America Card Holder.
Where:The Fort Worth Science & History Museum, 1600 Gendy St.
(corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). Go here for directions.
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 7-8, 2011 ~ 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Cost: FREE to Bank of America Cardholders (Reg: $14 Adults, $10 Children)

Other DFW Museums With FREE Admission This Weekend:

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:: Take an Art Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
    Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day. 
…Saturday, May 7, 2011

           Nasher Sculpture Center, First Saturdays

The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays
for families. Held the first Saturday of every month, this special
event features FREE admission and a fun schedule of activities for
the kids.

Details, details
What: For details, including complete schedule, click here.
When: Saturday, May 7, 2011 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: Attend a FREE Container Garden Design Class  & Mother’s
….Day Event at Calloway’s Nursery
….Saturday, May 7, 2011

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This Saturday, Calloway’s Nursery is hosting some great events just in time for Mother’s Day:

FREE Container Garden Design Class. This is a great way to expand your garden design knowledge, and learn container garden design tips from the experts! The event is FREE and open to the public.  Learn more, here.

FREE Plant a Flower for Mom Event. Visit Calloway’s throughout the day on Saturday or Sunday and help your child plant a flower for Mother’s Day.  Go here for more info.

Details, details
What: For more info about Calloway’s and these events,  click here.
When: The Container Garden Design Class is Saturday,
May 7, 2011, 10:15am. For the Plant a Flower for Mom Event, pop
by during store hours, Saturday-Sunday, May 7 & 8 (while supplies last).
Where: Any Calloway’s store location in DFW.  Find a store near you, here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE ~ Home Depot ~ Build. Learn. Create. Kids Workshop
…Saturday, May 7, 2011

                              

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help
them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE Planter to take home ~ a perfect gift for Mom’s Day!

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, May 7, 2011 ~ 9:00AM to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost:FREE!

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Mother’s Day Vase
    Saturday, May 7, 2011

                       

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 ensure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, May 7, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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:: Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores Mother’s Day Craft Event
    Saturday, May 7, 2011

                    

Celebrate National Scrapbook Day by creating a custom scrapbook page for Mother’s Day.  This craft event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have craft supplies since this is a “while supplies last” event. Ages 14 and up.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, May 7 – 10:00AM-12:00PM.
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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Fantastic Garden Coupons and Discounts for Plants at Calloways Nursery!

Posted on May 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

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As a hobbyist gardener, I’m a big fan of locally owned, Calloway’s Nursery.  They are one of the best places in DFW to get helpful gardening tips and they always have a great selection of North Texas-friendy and seasonal appropriate plants.

Here are several specials worth passing along to my fellow frugal gardeners:

  • 3 Heirloom Red Spider Lilly Bulbs for $3 (GREAT DEAL on these fall beauties!!).  To get the bulbs at this price, you’ll need to reserve yours online here today (May 5) and pay/pickup your bulbs Saturday, May 7 or Sunday, May 8, 2011.
  • 20% OFF Any Monrovia item.  Go here to print the coupon which expires May 31, 2011.
  • 20% OFF All Pottery in stock.  Friday, May 6th only.

Go here to find a Calloway’s Nursery and Garden Center near you.

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Fort Worth Art Museums Offer Discounts & FREE Admission on May 18th ~ Art Museum Day

Posted on May 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

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The Amon Carter Museum, Kimbell Art Museum and the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth will each participate in Art Museum Day on May 18th with discounts for museum visitors.

  • The Amon Carter will offer a 20% discount in the Museum Store (excluding food and beverages) and on memberships up to $500. The discount applies to new memberships as well as renewals.
  • The Kimbell will offer 15 months of membership for the price of 12 with the purchase of a new membership.
  • The Modern will offer FREE admission to its galleries.

Organized to coincide with International Museum Day, Art Museum Day focuses on the theme of “museum and memory.” Participation by AAMD member museums emphasizes the lasting impact art museums have on their communities, highlights the value of the visual arts in society, and provides new opportunities for audiences to participate in the wide-ranging programs that art museums offer.

AAMD member museums — located across the United States, Canada, and Mexico — include smaller regional museums as well as large international institutions. International Museum Day is organized annually by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). AAMD’s Art Museum Day is an opportunity to focus attention on the role of art museums in North America.

“Art Museum Day is an opportunity to celebrate the collective memory of human creativity, both past and present, that art museums hold in the public trust,” said Kaywin Feldman, President of AAMD and Director and President of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. “AAMD believes that art should be accessible and relevant to all, and we are so pleased that the art museums in Fort Worth’s Cultural District are joining with us and the global community of museums to create new opportunities for audiences to engage with museum collections and programs.”

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Yum! Starbucks Frappuccinos 50% OFF, starting Friday! (May 6-15)

Posted on May 3, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Starbucks is hosting a daily afternoon “happy hour” (3-5PM) starting Friday.  That means they will be providing their Frappuccino blended beverages at HALF OFF from May 6-15! Now *THAT* makes me happy. :)

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How: No coupon needed. Just visit Starbucks during “happy hour” and order your Frappuccino to get the 50% OFF special. Want more details? Go to Starbuck’s happy hour link here.

When: Friday, May 6 to Sunday, May 15 ~ Daily 3:00-5:00pm.

Where: Offer good at any participating Starbucks location. Find a
store close to you by following this link.

You might also be interested in earning FREE drinks & Other FREE Goodies with the Starbucks Rewards Program (go here).

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