“Happy Easter.” We all say it…but why? Click here for a
reminder of what those words actually mean.
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Easter Video creative from Igniter Media
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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FORT WORTH WEEKEND EDITION Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates and you’ll receive this weekly entertainment guide along with more budget stretching ideas and tips throughout the week! Subscribe for FREE (here)!
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This weekend’s highlights include:
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:: FREE Family Fun Easter Egg Hunts
…Friday & Saturday, April 6-7, 2012
There are lots of terrific (and FREE) Easter Egg Hunts sponsored throughout the metroplex this weekend. Here is a quick roundup from which to pick:
• 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 7, 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 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 7, Starts at 12:00 on the lawn of the Historic Livestock Exchange Building and Fort Worth Stock Yards Visitors Center, East Exchange Ave, (817) 625-9715.
• 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 which include:
Friday, April 6 ~ Greenbriar Community Center: 6:00-7:00pm
Saturday, April 7 ~ RD Evans Community Center: 10:00am
Saturday, April 7 ~ Thomas Place Community Center: 11:00am -1:30pm
Saturday, April 7 ~ Fire Station Community Center: 11:00am -1:00pm
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:: Fun! Fort Worth Cow Camp for Kids at the Stockyards
…Saturday, April 7, 2012
Fort Worth’s herd cowboys will present a fun and educational demonstration about the tools, equipment and techniques used during the cattle drive era of the late 1800′s at Fort Worth Cow Camp. Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive experiences including roping sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations, and more.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, April 7, 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building,
located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here.
Cost: FREE (Donations appreciated)
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:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
…ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
Bank of America’s 2012 national program, Museums On Us offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to 150 participating museums, zoos, botanical gardens and more throughout the United States. This FREE Admission program takes place this weekend in Fort Worth at the Museum of Science and History.
Details, details
What: To find out more about the Museums On Us program, go here. To learn more about 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).
When: Saturday and Sunday, April 7 & 8, 2012
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-Full” Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
…Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.
…Saturday, April 7, 2012
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 art related activities for the kids.
Details, details
What: For details, including complete schedule, click here.
When: Saturday, April 7, 2012 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE
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:: FREE Calloway’s Container Gardening Seminar
…Saturday, April 7, 2012
Learn how to create a unique collection of beautiful flowering plants for any area that needs a pop of color. The information in this workshop teaches ways to design your own container garden with Texas proven foliage and blooms. Helpful tips and tricks will be provided to make your plant project easy and fun!
Details, details
What: For more information about Calloway’s plant seminar, go here.
When: Saturday, April 7, 2012 ~ 10:15am.
Where: All Calloway’s locations. Click here to find one near you.
Cost: FREE!
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:: Take a FREE Cooking Class at Williams-Sonoma
…Saturday, April 7, 2012
Join Williams-Sonoma for a fun class where you will learn new ideas for making festive side dishes to serve for your next Spring entertaining event.
Details, details
What: For more information and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday, April 7, 2012. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.
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weekend celebrating Easter Sunday!
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Need to update or add a few new pieces to your wardrobe?
Be sure to mark the next Sharon Young and Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse sale (April 26-28) on your calendar. The sale will feature 1000s of items from their spring clothing collection at big discounts. This is their biggest sale of the year and it’s definitely worth the drive to Dallas!
Personally, I am a big fan of this sale. I have saved a bundle off retail prices (50 to 75% OFF) and brought home some gorgeous outfits at below wholesale ~ much of my wardrobe has come from this sale’s clothes racks. Prices start at $20 and the most expensive items (dresses and jackets) are $60!
We will be popping over to Dallas to capture some sneak preview pictures of the goodies, so stay tuned for a future post and more info in the coming days. Until then, you can take a peek at the company websites to get a glimpse of some of the clothing brands you will find:
Details, details
When: April 26-28, 2012 ~ Thursday & Friday, 8:00AM to 8:00PM
and Saturday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: 10367 Brockwood Rd ~ Dallas. You’ll see signs directing you where to go (or just follow all the ladies you will see!)
Do note: There is a large dressing room provided for trying on all your finds, but typical of women’s fashion warehouse sales, it is ladies only and not private. Since this is a women only event, husbands, guy-friends and kiddos under 12, please stay comfortable at home.
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Tagged Cheap, Clothing, Dallas, Discounts, Fort Worth, Frugal Living, Shopping, Warehouse Sale, Wholesale
If you have followed this blog for any length of time, you know that we are BIG, big fans of TripAdvisor’s travel bargain site SniqueAway (read our review here). Backed by the credibility of TripAdvisor.com, SniqueAway offers limited-time sales and deep discounts on some fantastic 4 & 5-Star rated hotels around the world, with savings typically from 40-60% OFF.
Worth mentioning ~ this week we were glad to see a fantastic SniqueAway deal on a family friendly lake resort, right here in Texas ~ La Torretta Resort on Lake Conroe (Montgomery, TX)!
Through SniqueAway’s sale, hotel rates at La Torretta start at $139 a night (normally $199 or more) and there are dates available now through early July. The reservation through SniqueAway includes access to the resort’s 3.5-acre Aqua Park with 5 pools, a lazy river, a private beach on Lake Conroe, tennis courts, fitness center and more (go here for the full list of amenities). They also have a golf course and spa available for an extra fee.
Go here to sign-in or become a member for FREE then navigate to the La Torretta deal on SniqueAway. Tip: Be sure to look for a diamond shaped icon on the dates when you peruse the available options on the calendar ~ the diamond icon means those dates feature the lowest sale price.
Right now, almost all dates through July 4th are available for La Torretta at this special SniqueAway rate. If you intend to take advantage of this, you won’t want to wait too long as it’s only available on SniqueAway for a week and popular dates tend to sell out fast (offers are on a first come, first serve basis).
Learn more about SniqueAway, here or go here for a longer review of our experience with SniqueAway (and why we like it so much!).
Sign up & join here (FREE)!
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1. Sign up with this invitation. There is no cost to join the members-only service, but an invitation is required. As a reader of Frugal in Fort Worth, you are officially invited (Go here)!
2. Check out the weekly hotel deals. Once you’re a member, there are always deals available on SniqueAway, with 10-15 new sales added weekly.
3. Select and book your room. Enter room type, check-in/check-out dates and click “Select.” Enter traveler information and any special requests for the hotel. From the time dates are selected, members have 15 minutes to click “Book it!” or the room(s) will be returned to inventory. All taxes and fees are included unless otherwise noted in the policies.
4. Confirm, pack your toothbrush, and enjoy! Upon booking, members receive a confirmation email from SniqueAway. All guests need at check-in is the hotel confirmation number and a credit card for any hotel purchase not included within the SniqueAway escape.
Sign up & join here (FREE)!
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Our hearts and prayers go out to all those who were affected by this week’s DFW tornadoes. We are so thankful that there was no loss of life ~ what a miracle! If you are wondering how you might be able to help in the relief efforts, here is a great idea…
DALLAS-FORT WORTH (April 5, 2012) – Kroger joins forces with local media outlets to host collection drives and raise money for tornado relief efforts in North Texas.
Through April 30, 2012, shoppers have the opportunity to participate in a coin box fundraiser, presented by Kroger and NBC 5, at all Kroger stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. To donate, customers can simply give their spare change at the register. Kroger will match customer donations up to $50,000. 100% of the monies collected will benefit the American Red Cross.
Kroger has teamed up with and KLTY-FM and Clear Channel Radio (KDMX-FM 102.9; KHKS-FM 106.1; KDGE-FM 102.1; KZPS-FM 92.5; and KEGL-FM 97.1) to execute collection drives (list of Kroger locations below) for displaced families and relief workers. Most-needed items include non-perishable food; toiletries; infant clothing; cleaning supplies; tools; shovels; brooms; plastic tubes; work gloves; rubber boots; ice chests and bottled water. All collected items will benefit storm relief efforts in Arlington, Lancaster and Forney.
Thursday, April 5, 2012 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
:: Arlington ~ 5701 W. Pleasant Ridge
:: Fort Worth ~ 6650 N. Beach at Western Center Blvd.
:: Rockwall ~ 2935 Ridge Road
:: Dallas ~ 10677 E. NW Hwy.
:: Dallas ~ 17194 Preston at Campbell
Friday, April 6, 2012 (6 a.m. – 10 a.m.)
:: DeSoto ~ 1001 N. Beckley
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Just in time for Easter brunch ~ there are several great Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Breast coupons to print out and use in store.
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When you’re making that quick bread, can you swap a muffin tin for a loaf pan? How many tablespoons are in a cup? These handy (and FREE!) kitchen charts from Martha Stewart have all the answers.
Go here to get 3 free printables which include: baking pan substitutions, measuring equivalents, and candy-making temperatures.
To make them even more handy, we suggest you take the printouts to your favorite office supply store and have them laminated. You can then always have them at your fingertips by turning them into refrigerator magnets (glue a magnet to the back) or bookmarks for your favorite cookbook.
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Please pass this along to anyone you know who might benefit: Non profit organizations from DFW can pick up free children’s books during a special giveaway event at Half Price Books. The books were donated by the community and matched by Half Price Books during their 14th annual Half Pint Library book drive. Any not-for-profit organization that can use or distribute children’s books (this includes most schools) is invited to stop by and get books while supplies last. For more information and to download a donation pick-up form, go here.
Give-away events will take place nationwide. There are 3 dates and locations for the DFW Metroplex:
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 ~ 2:00pm
Dallas Half Price Books
5803 East Northwest Highway
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 ~ 10:00am
Cedar Hill Half Price Books
711 North Highway 67
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 ~ 2:00pm
Fort Worth Half Price Books
475 Sherry Lane
Special Savings Tip For Teachers, Educators, and Librarians:
Did you know that teachers, librarians, and other educators can get a year-round 10% discount on everything at Half Price Books? Just fill out an Educator Discount application form at any Half Price Books store or apply online. Click here for more info (found under the Educators Discount link).
Please be sure to pass this along to anyone you know who might benefit.
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ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FORT WORTH WEEKEND EDITION Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or really cheap) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Subscribe to our blog updates and you’ll receive this weekly entertainment guide along with more budget stretching ideas and tips throughout the week! Subscribe for FREE (here)!
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This weekend’s highlights include:
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:: FREE Family Fun Easter Egg Hunts
…Saturday, March 31, 2012
There are lots of terrific (and FREE) Easter Egg Hunts sponsored throughout the metroplex this Saturday, March 31. Here are a few of our favorites:
• Richland Hills, Special Bunnies Easter Egg Hunt: This special Easter Egg Hunt is for children with any disability and their families ~ all are welcome to attend at no cost. The event will include family fun like face painting, clowns, games, food, prizes and more. There will be ‘beeping eggs’ for visually impaired children and large-size eggs for children in wheelchairs.
Saturday, March 31, 10:00am – 12:00pm at Creek Trail Park, 3925 Airline Drive, Richland Hills. Learn more here.
• Grapevine, 37th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Nash Farms: Mr. and Mrs. Bunny will be hiding thousands of eggs at Nash Farm for a hopping good time. Special prize eggs will be hidden in each age division. Kids will love the face painting and other fun activities such as bounce-houses, petting zoo, hay rides and more.
Saturday, March 31, 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 25,000 eggs and prizes, a visit by the Easter bunny, bounce houses, train rides, a petting zoo, and live entertainment.
Saturday, March 31, 10:00am – Noon at Green Valley Park, 7701 Smithfield Road, North Richland Hills. Learn more here.
• Keller, Tree-Mendous Spring Easter Egg Scramble: Keller is hosting their largest Easter egg hunt and family fun event to date. 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. The City of Keller will also be giving away FREE trees to Keller residents while supplies last.
Saturday, March 31, 9:00am – 11:30AM at Bear Creek Park Pond, 400 Bear Creek Park in Keller. Learn more here.
• Hurst, Easter Eggstravaganza: Along with a fun Easter egg hunt for kids 10 and under, this family event will have crafts, a visit by Mr. Easter bunny, clowns, free refreshments and more.
Saturday, March 31, Activities start at 1:00pm, at Hurst Community Park, 601 Precinct Line Road, Hurst. Learn more here.
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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, April 2, 2012
Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.
Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, April 2, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!
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:: FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Demonstrations and Open House
…Saturday, March 31, 2012
Be among the first to see Pottery Barn’s new summer collection along with interactive demonstrations for accessorizing your home! Pop by the store Saturday morning for their summer open house, where they will share helpful tips for simple and affordable ways to refresh your home and entertain.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place March 31, 2012, 9:00-11:00AM.
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
…And, Get 10% OFF Your In-store Purchase!
…Sunday, April 1, 2012
Join Williams-Sonoma for a class on satisfying and healthy ways to enjoy spring produce. Learn how to select and prepare what’s in season now – your spring grocery shopping will be more interesting and your meals, more delicious (not to mention this is a great way to save money on produce!). 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 Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Sunday, April 1, 2012. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.
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If you are looking for some cute Easter basket fillers, check out these Spring Webkinz and Melissa & Doug Plush animals ~ up to 65% OFF (Reg. $14.99) at Amazon.
Styles include:
Shipping is FREE, too with Super Saver Shipping (when you spend $25).
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Dine at Smashburger, with the coupon you’ll find at their Facebook page (here), and you’ll get a FREE entrée with the purchase of a Fresh Mex Burger or Chicken sandwich. Their Fresh Mex burger sounds delicious ~ described as a made-to-order chicken or Angus beef burger, layers of fresh avocado, chopped cilantro, onions, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and spicy chipotle mayo, on a Mexican roll.
Details, details
How: Print and use the coupon you’ll find here.
Where: All participating Smashburger locations. Find one near you here.
The Small Print (Only Made Larger): An entree is any Smashburger, chicken sandwich or salad. Limit one per person. May not be combined with any other offer. No Cash Value.
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Bring your kids to Chili’s through March 28 to get up to 2 FREE Kids’ Meals with an Adult entrée purchase! You’ll need to print the coupon you’ll find here to get this deal. This offer is for kids 12 and under and multiples of this coupon can be used per table.
Plus: Go here to sign up for Chili’s Email Newsletter and they will instantly send you a coupon for a FREE chips & queso.
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In case you missed it last go-around ~ For a limited time, when you sign-up to get notified of One Kings Lane Sales, you’ll get $15 credited to your account to use towards your first One Kings Lane order of $30 or more. It looks like you have 30 days to use the credit before it expires, but other than that, there are no other strings attached (love that!). Do note that the $15 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 $15 credit!
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Here are some of the fun things we found in today’s One Kings Lane sales that you could get for FREE or really cheap with the $15 credit:
:: Pretty French influence serving pieces, perfect for Easter and Spring entertaining.
I fell in love with this whole collection ~ great design & great price. The pitcher would be FREE after $15 Credit (On Sale for $12) and this beverage dispenser in yellow or white would be $14 after the credit (On Sale for $29).
:: They also just kicked off a great beach themed collection with a wide range of decorative and houseware items.
Aren’t these fish embossed jars great? Either one would be FREE after the $15 Credit (On sale for $12 each.) Prices in this collection start at $7 and flow right out of the frugal range.
One Kings Lane is a by-invitation-only daily deals home decor site that has been featured for their amazing bargains on Bravo’s Million Dollar Decorators, People Magazine, Good Housekeeping and more.
I’ve discovered the exact same lamps sold at Anthropologie and Neiman Marcus for over 50% OFF through OKL, Cuisinart kitchen appliances for 40% OFF Macy’s prices, and Melissa & Doug educational toys for kids at really great discounts. Their sales change daily, so it’s a fun place for bargain hunters looking for great quality for their home.
Membership to One Kings Lane is FREE, but you have to be invited to join (and you are officially invited by Frugal in Fort Worth!).
Pop over to their website here to join.
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:: FREE! Fort Worth’s Spring Gallery Night ~ 2012
…Saturday, March 24, 2012
Ft. Worth’s Annual Spring Gallery Night is a FREE open-house event celebrating the visual arts and the community’s cultural richness in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Take a stroll through participating galleries and museums, plus mingle with the many artists featured during this community event. Many locations are hosting live music and light h’ors d’oeuvres.
Details, details
What: Download the 2012 Spring Gallery Night program and map here to get more info on all participating locations. Hosted by the Fort Worth Art Dealer’s Association (more info at fwada.org).
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 ~ Event times vary by venue. Go here to find the schedule for each location.
Where: Go here to print out a map of each participating venue.
Cost: Most events are FREE.
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:: FREE! Wild West Fest in Watauga
…Saturday, March 24, 2012
Take a step back in time to the days of the Wild West! Enjoy live music from The Bright, The Matt Kimbrow Band, The Crawfish Band and more! Stroll through the Watauga Depot where you will find lots of arts, crafts, and food vendors. Kids can take a train or stagecoach ride, tackle the mechanical bull, conquer the climbing wall, jump on the inflatables, and more. An egg hunt for kids 0-10 years old will begin at 11:30AM. Armadillo races will start at noon.
Details, details
What: For more information, go here.
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 ~ 10:00AM-7:00PM
Where: Watauga Community Center, 7901 Indian Springs Road
Cost: FREE
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:: FREE! Wild West Double Feature Film Screening at
…the Amon Carter Museum
…Saturday, March 24, 2012
Enjoy America’s depiction of the West through cinema while watching the Academy Award-winning family film Rango (PG; 2011), followed by the spaghetti western classic The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (NR; 1966). Come for one of the films or stay for both! Refreshments will be served between movies.
Details, details
What: For more information, go here.
When: March 24, 2012. Rango 10:30AM-12:30PM, Refreshments 12:30–1:00PM, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 1:00–4:15PM.
Where: The Amon Carter Museum is located at 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard. Directions and parking details can be found by clicking here.
Cost: FREE. Because seating is limited, reservations are required. Call 817.989.5030 or email visitors@cartermuseum.org to register.
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:: FREE Artist’s Eye Lecture Series at the Kimbell
…Saturday, March 24, 2012
What does the art of the past mean to the artist of the present? In this ongoing lecture series, artist Annette Lawrence will discuss works in the Kimbell’s collection, share special insights, and relate older art to contemporary artistic concerns. This program is free and requires no reservations.
Details, details
What: To learn more about the Artist’s Eye lecture series, go here.
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 at 11:00AM.
Where: The Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. For directions to the Kimbell, click here.
Cost: FREE admission to the lecture and the permanent exhibit.
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:: FREE Stickermania Craft & Storytelling Event at the Disney Store
…Saturday, March 24, 2012
You’re invited to a 25th Anniversary Disney celebration Stickermania & Storytelling event at the Disney Store! Young guests will get the chance to use their imaginations and creativity as they make their very own party story using Disney character stickers. Minimum age for participation is 3 years. Crafts projects will be available for free while supplies last.
Details, details
What: To find out more about this Disney event, click here.
Where: Click here to get directions to your closest store.
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 10:30AM to 1:00PM
Cost: FREE
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:: Learn New Entertaining Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Class
…Sunday, March 25, 2012
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for Spring and Easter entertaining with style. This week’s class covers the basics of having a fun party ~ from formal dinners to a casual buffet.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place March 25, 2012. 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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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, March 25, 2012
Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.
Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, March 25, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!
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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
…And, Get 10% OFF Your In-store Purchase!
…Saturday and Sunday, March 24-25, 2012
Join Williams-Sonoma for two cooking classes this weekend. Saturday features an in-store class on creative “Easter Egg Decorating”. Join them on Sunday for a class on cooking healthy for kids. In this class, you’ll learn to prepare fruits and vegetables that will appeal to kids, plus ways they can help make these family friendly, kid-tested dishes at home. Children are invited to attend this class with an adult. 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 Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, March 24-25, 2012. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.
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