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Frugal Alert: Get FREE Dinner at Panda Express on Wednesday (March 10)!

Posted on March 8, 2010 | 2 comments

Hi frugal friends!  We are back in gear this week,  with a terrific
freebie to pass along to you… 

  

If you pop by Panda Express on Wednesday, March 10th, you can
try their new dinner-sized entrée, Honey Walnut Shrimp, for FREE!
Yum ~ that really sounds delish! 

Details, details
What:  This is a no strings attached offer.  You’ll just need to print out the  
    coupon you’ll find here and present it to the cashier.  Click here for
    more info.
When:  The free entrée offer is available all day Wednesday (3/10), during 
    regular store hours.
Where:  All participating Panda Express locations.  Find one near you. 

Enjoy! :) 

  

 

• Get FREE Movie Tickets to Toy Story 3 PLUS Save
$40 With Purchase of Toy Story Bundle On Blu-ray 

• FREEBIE ALERT: Head to Hallmark and Get a Free
Card From Their New Collection for Kids! 

  

 

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Beeeeep ~ We interrupt our normal programming…

Posted on February 26, 2010 | 1 comment


 

  

We are taking an electronics sabbatical and blog-cation over
the coming days and will be back in full gear with more from
Frugal in Fort Worth in a week.  Please stay tuned! 

Have a wonderful, blessed week!  

Enjoy! :) 

  

 

• Get FREE Movie Tickets to Toy Story 3 PLUS Save
$40 With Purchase of Toy Story Bundle On Blu-ray 

• FREEBIE ALERT: Head to Hallmark and Get a Free
Card From Their New Collection for Kids! 

  

 

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Get FREE Movie Tickets to Toy Story 3 PLUS Save $40 With Purchase of Toy Story Bundle On Blu-ray

Posted on February 25, 2010 | 1 comment

     

For a limited time, Amazon.com is offering a really great bundle
special for Toy Story and Toy Story 2 on Blu-Ray.     

You’ll get 2 FREE movie tickets to see Toy Story 3 (or any other
movie) plus save an additional $40 OFF list price when you Pre-order
both movies together!     

Easy steps to get the special:     

  1. Go to the Amazon link here and scroll down past the preview video.
  2. You will see a section titled “Best Value” with the following
    details: Buy Toy Story (Two-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray/DVD Combo
    w/Blu-ray Packaging) and get Toy Story 2 (Two-Disc Special Edition
    Blu-ray/DVD Combo w/ Blu-ray Packaging) at an extra $10.00 off
    Amazon.com’s already discounted price . 
  3. Use the “Add both to Cart” button to select both movies. You
    will pay $39.98 total (a savings of  $40 = $30 off the list price +
    $10 Off Amazon’s Pre-order special price). 
  4. Select “FREE Super Saver Shipping” as your shipping speed at
    checkout to get free shipping.
  5. Each Blu-Ray movie comes with a voucher for a FREE Movie
    Ticket.     This voucher can be redeemed for a movie ticket to see Toy
    Story 3 (or any other movie you would like) from March 26 to June 30,
    2010 – up to $8.50!  Your Movie Cash tickets can be used at 19 area
    movie theaters including Cinemark, Rave, and Regal Entertainment. 
    Find the     locations here.

More good news:  Since this is a pre-order offer (the movies come out on
3/23), it comes with Amazon.com’s pre-order guarantee. If the price happens
to drop between now and 3/23, you will receive a refund for the difference!     

 Enjoy! :)     

      

     

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Take a FREE Energy Audit Report ~ It Could Put Thousands of Dollars Back in Your Pocket

Posted on February 24, 2010 | Leave a comment

                               

Energysavvy.com, a new website dedicated to making your home
more energy-efficient, is worth taking a moment to check out. After
completing a quick online energy survey, you’ll receive a free report that
gives several tips  for making your home more energy-efficient along with
potential rebates and tax credits for your efforts. 

By improving your home’s energy efficiency, you can get some of the fastest
payback upgrades. You will pay less in utilities every month, and with all the
thousands of dollars in energy rebates and tax credits available this year,
this just might be the perfect time to tackle those projects. 

Go here to take Energysavvy for a spin and get your free report.  

Have you been able to save money with a home energy tax credit?
Or have you found some other way to save money on your utilities?
We would love to hear about it in the comments section. 

 Enjoy! :)   

   

  

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Want to Eat FREE Today? Get Free Pancakes at IHOP & A Free Sandwich From Jack In The Box! Free Offers Good February 23.

Posted on February 23, 2010 | 1 comment

                                

Jack in the Box is encouraging customers to try their new grilled
sandwiches by giving them away for free today!   

There are two sandwich options to choose from: Grilled Turkey Bacon &
Cheddar or the Grilled Deli Trio.  

Details, details
What:  No coupon needed to get the free grilled sandwich at Jack in the Box. 
    The only string attached is you need to buy a large drink. 
    Click here for more info.
When:  The free sandwich offer is available all day today (2/23), during regular
    store hours.
Where:  All participating Jack in the Box locations.  Find one near you. 

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Join IHOP  to celebrate National Pancake Day today  and they will
give you one short stack (3) of buttermilk pancakes for free!   

Details, details
What:  No coupon is necessary to get the free pancakes.  IHOP only asks that
     you consider making a donation to local children’s hospitals through 
     Children’s Miracle Network.  Click here for more info.
When:  The free pancake offer is available all day today (2/23), 7am to 10pm.
Where:  All participating IHOP locations.  Find one near you, here.
Mostly Useless Information for the Curious:  As I made this post, I
    wondered if “National Pancake day” is just another one of those invented
    “Hallmark” holidays created to sell more things.  I found it interesting to
    discover that this celebration actually dates back  several centuries and
    started in England!  Who knew?  Read more at wikipedia, if you want to
    know more about the history of Pancake Day (a.k.a. Shrove Day). 

Enjoy! :)

 

 

 

• Up to 70% OFF With New Price Markdowns
on Toys and Games at Amazon 

• 75% OFF Tools & Home Improvement 

  

 

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LAST DAY: $1 Sandwiches for Lunch or Dinner, Every Monday in February at Dickey’s BBQ

Posted on February 22, 2010 | Leave a comment

Plan a cheap BBQ Dinner (or lunch) date with the family today.

Details, details
What: Dickey’s Barbecue is featuring $1 Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwiches. Limit 2 Per Customer.
When: Every Monday through the end of February (ends today 2/22/2010)
Where: To find a Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurant near you, click here.

Enjoy! :)

• Up to 70% OFF With New Price Markdowns
on Toys and Games at Amazon

• 75% OFF Tools & Home Improvement

 

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (February 19-21 Edition) ~ FREE VeggieTales Movie, FREE Decorating Class, and More Family Fun!

Posted on February 19, 2010 | Leave a comment

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

• FREE Family Fun: VeggieTales Movie Premier
• FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
• FREE Elmo’s Birthday Party and Storybook Reading
• FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma  

   

Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #1   

Take in a FREE Movie at the VeggieTales Premier of Pistachio:
The Little Boy that Wouldn’t ~ Keller
Saturday, February 20, 2010     

     

 Bring your friends and family to the premier of the newest Veggie Tales
movie, Pistachio:  The Little Boy that Woodn’t.   Northwood Church in Keller
is hosting a pre-release showing of Pistachio on Saturday, February 20th. 
The event is FREE and everyone is welcome at this family friendly community
event. Click here to get a preview of the movie.    

Details, Details
What: This new VeggieTales adventure teaches the importance of
family and obeying parents. Learn more about the movie and premier
at 817.431.2088, x129 or click here.
When: Saturday, February 20, 2010 ~ 6:30-7:30pm
Where:  Northwood Church in Keller, 1870 Rufe Snow Dr. 
(Rufe Snow & N. Tarrant Pkwy).   For directions, click here.
Cost:  FREE!   

  

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #2     

Learn New Decor Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
Saturday, February 20, 2010     

      

Get new ideas for freshening up your living room for Spring!     

Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful
tips for creating a great living room space. This week’s demonstrations
will teach the art of arranging furniture, choosing lighting accents, and
accessorizing for comfort and style.     

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Demonstrations take place all day, February 20.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!      

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #3      

FREE Elmo’s Birthday Party and Storybook Reading at Borders.
Saturday, February 20, 2010    

    

How Fun! Borders Books and Music is hosting a special birthday party for
Elmo and the kids! Activities include storytime, fun activities and more.      

Details, details
When: Saturday, February 20, 2010 ~ 11:00am
Where: Borders Books and Music, in the Children’s Area.
Directions to your local Borders can be found by clicking here.
Cost: FREE!     

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #4      

Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, February 21, 2010    

                                    

Learn a new cooking technique!
Winter time is a perfect time to get in the kitchen and try something new.
This week’s lesson at Williams-Sonoma will demonstrate new techniques,
ingredients, and recipes including how to make some old favorite comfort
foods in a fresh new way.  You’ll get an opportunity to try delicious
samples, too (My mouth is already watering!)!    

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, February 21 ~ 1 hour class times vary from store to store.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.  Be sure
to call your local store to RSVP.
Cost: FREE!              

Enjoy! :)     


     

     

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FREEBIE ALERT: Head to Hallmark and Get a Free Card From Their New Collection for Kids!

Posted on February 18, 2010 | 3 comments

   

Pick up a FREE card from the new Hallmark Kids Collection, and
cheer on your little one!     

Details, details
What: Go to this link to find out more about the FREE card offer and new 
kids collection. There are several designs choices for kids of all ages. Note that
Hallmark does not show a coupon is needed, so you might want to print out
Hallmark’s web page offer to take to the store just in case. One card
per customer. 
When: This offer is valid through March 14, 2010, while supplies last.
Where:  At all Participating Hallmark Gold Crown Stores. 
Click here to find a location near you.  

Do you have a creative idea for encouraging your child? 
We would love to hear about it (write us in the comments section).  

Enjoy! :)   

   

  

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FREEBIE ALERT: Receive a FREE “No Strings Attached” Pretzel from Auntie Anne’s ~ Saturday, February 20th!

Posted on February 17, 2010 | Leave a comment

      

Try a Fresh Pretzel at Auntie Anne’s for FREE!
Have you ever been taunted by the aroma of baked cinnamon goods while
walking through the mall? Chances are, you might have been smelling the
wonderful, fresh-baked pretzels from Auntie Anne’s (IMHO, the best pretzels
on Earth!).  Good news, Auntie Anne’s wants everyone to try a pretzel for
FREE this Saturday!      

Details, Details
What:  Receive a FREE Original or Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel.  One Per Person.
Sign up for an email reminder or learn more details here.
When:  Saturday, February 20 ~ 10am-3pm
Where:  All Auntie Anne’s locations.  Click here to find a store near you.     

On a personal side note…
I had an opportunity to hear Anne Beiler (founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels)
speak a couple of years ago.  She has an amazing life story of tragedy and
triumph that reaches far beyond how she started her pretzel business
with the recipe that was passed down from Amish Christian home.       

If you want to learn more about Anne Beiler, read her autobiography,
Twist of Faith: The Story of Anne Beiler, published by Thomas Nelson. 
You can likely find the book at most Christian bookstores, or click here
to find it on sale at Amazon.com.     

Enjoy! :)      

    

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FREE VeggieTales Movie Premier and Family Fun: Pistachio, The Little Boy that Wouldn’t ~ Keller, Saturday, February 20.

Posted on February 16, 2010 | Leave a comment

  

Come One, Come All ~ FREE Family Event!  
Bring your friends and family to the premier of the newest Veggie Tales
movie, Pistachio:  The Little Boy that Woodn’t.   

Northwood Church in Keller is hosting a pre-release showing of “Pistachio”
on Saturday, February 20th. The event is FREE and everyone is welcome
at this family friendly community event. Take a look at the trailer: 

Details, Details
What: This new VeggieTales adventure teaches the importance of
family and obeying parents. Learn more about the movie and premier
at 817.431.2088, x129 or click here.
When: Saturday, February 20 ~ 6:30-7:30pm
Where:  Northwood Church in Keller, 1870 Rufe Snow Dr. 
(Rufe Snow & N. Tarrant Pkwy).   For directions, click here.
Cost:  FREE!  

Enjoy! :)  

  

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FREE $10 Target Gift Card with Prescription

Posted on February 15, 2010 | Leave a comment

 

If you need to make a trip to the pharmacy in the coming weeks,
consider filling your prescription at Target. Their pharmacy is
offering a $10 Target Store Gift Card with any prescription.  

Details, details
How: Get the coupon in Target’s sales flyer (page 12) that was in Sunday’s
2/14 newspaper or ask for a copy of the flyer at Target’s customer service
desk through Saturday. 
Where: All Target retail stores. Find a location near you, here.  

Extra savings tips: 

  • If you have multiple prescriptions to fill, you can use a separate
    coupon and get a $10 Target Gift Card with every prescription filled.
    Just ask the Target service desk for extra copies of the flyer if you
    need them.
  • Click here to learn 10 more easy strategies for saving a bundle on
    prescriptions at your local pharmacy.

 

Enjoy! :)  

 

 

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Frugal Fun: How to Make Snow Ice Cream (a.k.a. Winter Bliss in a Bowl)

Posted on February 11, 2010 | 1 comment

 

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 such a yummy treat when they were kiddos (they grew up where
snow was a more frequent occurence than Ft. 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 found, which comes with great reviews
from allrecipes.com:

 Snow Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients
1 gallon snow
1 cup white sugar (or half cup of Splenda to make S/F)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups milk (or half and half for a richer taste)

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

Serve at once.

 Options:  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. 

Do you have a special winter memory?  We’d love to hear about it
in the comments section.

Enjoy! :) 

 

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REALLY Great Deal: CLEARANCE SALE on IPods at Amazon ~ Up to 30% OFF IPod Nano & IPod Touch!

Posted on February 10, 2010 | Leave a comment

Apple iPod nano 16 GB Green (4th Generation) [Previous Model] Apple iPod touch 16 GB (2nd Generation) [Previous Model]

Amazon IPod Clearance = Fantastic Prices.
If you are in the market for an mp3 player, Amazon is discounting their
remaining inventory of last year’s iPod models, including the second-
generation (2G) Apple IPod Touch and the fourth-generation (4G) IPod Nano.

Prices are discounted Up To 30% OFF.
This is a REALLLLY good deal.  I compared prices on the silver IPod
Nano to prices at about 10 other major online retailers ( from MacMall
to Target to the Apple Store) and found that this is indeed the best price
I could find (plus Amazon is always tax-free & FREE shipping to Texas!).

Click here, to see the full list of ipods on clearance at Amazon.

Enjoy! :)


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FRUGAL ALERT: Quiznos Buy One Get One FREE Sub Sandwich ~ Good Until February 21.

Posted on February 10, 2010 | Leave a comment

Love a FREE SUB at Quiznos!
Quiznos is celebrating the month of amore, in a quite lovely way. Invite a
friend or your special someone to join you at Quiznos, and they will treat
the two of you to a buy one, get one FREE sub sandwich.

Buying for one?
There is also a Quiznos coupon good for $1 OFF a combo meal.

Details, details
What: Click here to get the printable coupons.
When: Coupon expires February 21.
Where: Coupon is valid at all Quiznos Locations.
Click here to find one near you!

Enjoy! :)


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Make Your Own Sweets for Your Sweet with the FREE Taste of Home Magazine & Cookbook!

Posted on February 9, 2010 | Leave a comment

This Valentines Day, you don’t have to break the bank to do
something sweet for your sweetheart.

Head over to the FREE February edition of Taste of Home Magazine
(this is the FREE online version of the very same issue that is on newsstands
now!), and follow the simple instructions to make your own decadent
Chocolate Valentines Cupcakes (pages 16-18).  Yum!

The recipe provides easy-to-follow directions for making these rich
cupcakes with three different fillings:

  • Chocolate-Coffee Filling
  • Chocolate Hazelnut
  • Chocolate Orange

Click here, to visit the FREE online magazine and learn more.

Enjoy! :)


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