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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (July 8-10 Edition) ~ Local Fun For The Whole Family

Posted on July 8, 2011 | 1 comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
Parker County Peach Festival in Weatherford
FREE Dance Festival at the Modern Art Museum
FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma – From Scratch Ice Cream!
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Lowes

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
Friday, July 8, 2011 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

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

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

:: Parker County/Weatherford Peach Festival
Saturday, July 9, 2011

The Parker County Peach Festival, hosted in Weatherford Texas, is a local tradition that has been fun for families for many years. With over 200 arts and crafts booths, food, and activities for the kiddos, this is a great spot for the whole family to have some fun. You will have the opportunity to sample all kinds of delectable peach goodies too ~ like peach cobbler, peach ice cream, peach jam, and the list goes on! Live music will feature American Idol finalist Tim Halperin.

Details, Details
What: Get more info about the Parker County Peach festival, here.
When: Saturday, July 9, 2011 ~ 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: Historic Downtown Weatherford. Click here for directions.
Cost: $5.00 for adults and children 12 and under are FREE!

:: 8th Annual Modern Dance Festival at the Modern
…July 8 to 24, 2011

The 8th annual Modern Dance Festival at The Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth kicks off Friday, July 8 with a Choreographers Showcase at 8pm
in the Grand Lobby. A variety of festival events are scheduled through July 24 and include lectures, site-specific performances, and films from the Dance On Camera festival of New York City.

Details, details
What: This modern dance event is for all ages. For more information
about the 8th Annual Modern Dance Festival , click here.
When: The Choreographers Showcase kick off event is Friday, July 8
at 8:00PM. Other events take place between July 8-24. View full
schedule here.
Where: Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell Street
Cost: FREE for live performances and lectures. Paid admission
is required for the Let’s Dance! Modern Film Fest.

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, July 9-10, 2011

Learn to make homemade ice cream!
Summer time is a perfect time to learn new cooking techniques ~ especially when it comes to ice cream from scratch! This week’s lesson at Williams-
Sonoma will show how to create tempting flavor combinations, along with other irresistible frozen favorites like sorbet and ice pops. 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: Saturday & Sunday, July 9-10~ 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! Be sure to call your local store to RSVP.

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Tow Truck Project
Saturday, July 9, 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 make sure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, July 9, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location & RSVP, click here.
Cost: FREE

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Rent Disney’s Tangled for $.99 (Today only)!

Posted on July 7, 2011 | 4 comments

Hurry over to Amazon Instant Video and rent Disney’s Tangled for only 99 cents ~ TODAY only. Even if you don’t have time to watch the movie, you can watch it this weekend (you have 48 hours to view). Go here for more info.

Plus, you’ll get $5 off Disney DVD & Blue-Ray movie purchases– over 30 movie choices available for discount, when you rent this movie. Tangled is one of the movies that is eligible for the $5 OFF ~ if you decide you want it in your collection, rent it for $.99 and then buy it for $9.99 with this offer. You’ll see this promotion (titled “Eligible for On Demand Plus”) under the black box towards the top of the page or go here.

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Mmmm! Buy One Get One FREE Fruit Smoothies at Barnes & Noble!

Posted on July 7, 2011 | Leave a comment

A bit of smoothie savings bliss…

Barnes & Noble is offering BUY ONE Get ONE FREE
Smoothies (any size), now through July 11, 2011.

How: Print the coupon (here) and present it with
your smoothie purchase at Barnes & Noble.

Where: Find a Barnes & Noble location near you, here.

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Fun Promo of the Week: Dress Like a Cow & Get a FREE Chick-Fil-A Meal

Posted on July 6, 2011 | Leave a comment

Pop by Chick-Fil-A in your best bovine gear and get a FREE meal!
Friday, July 8th, is customer appreciation day at Chick-fil-A. Dress up like a cow and you can get a FREE Chick-fil-a meal! Even if you don’t have a cow costume lying around the house (Really? You don’t?), you can download a printable costume here. Check out cow costumes from previous years on flickr here.

Details, details
What: Get more info at cowappreciationday.com.
When: Friday, July 8th, during normal operating hours (generally 6am–10pm)
Where: All Chick-fil-a locations nationwide. Find one near you here.

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Wordless Wednesday (a.k.a. Brilliant!)

Posted on July 6, 2011 | Leave a comment

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Special July 4th Edition) ~ FREE Fireworks Shows, FREE Outdoor Concerts, and More Family Fun!

Posted on July 1, 2011 | 3 comments

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE 4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks Shows
FREE Outdoor Concert Series in Arlington Featuring: The Killdares, Mingo Fishtrap and Radney Foster
FREE Concert in the Park ~ Near Southside
FREE Ft. Worth Stockyards 4th of July Events
FREE Museum Admission and Family Activities
FREE Kids Woodworking Workshop at Home Depot
FREE Family Event at the Keller Pointe Pool

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:: FREE Fourth Of July Fireworks Shows & Celebrations in
Fort Worth & Dallas ~ It’s Kaboom Time!
….Friday to Monday, July 1-4, 2011

Grab the picnic basket and lawn chairs and head to one of the many FREE July 4th holiday celebrations for Fort Worth, Dallas and the surrounding areas. We’ve compiled ist of 15 of the best FREE fireworks shows and DFW community family events including dates, times, and other details you might like to know, here.

A few of our favorites include:

Stars & Stripes Southlake Fireworks Show (July 3)
If fireworks Sunday evening fits into your plans, pop by Southlake’s family event on the Square. They’ll have live Big Band and other live music, face painting, and even an F-16 Flyover! Don’t miss out on our favorite local ice cream ~ Milwaukee Joe’s Ice Cream while you are there (yum!!!)!
City of Fort Worth’s Fourth Of July Fireworks (July 4)
Features an evening of live music, family activities, jet ski performances on the Trinity River, and of course an amazing
fireworks show! You’ll also have the opportunity to float down the Trinity River (free tubes and kayaks provided).
Granbury Old-Fashioned 4th of July (July 1-4)
The whole city gets involved with an all weekend celebration
including, live Big Band music and a dance, vintage car show,
fireworks over the lake and lots more. Voted one of the top 5 Best
Fireworks shows in Texas.
To see the full list of all 15 FREE DFW Fourth of July Events, click here.

:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
Friday to Sunday, July 1-3, 2011

Join your family and friends at this weekends FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of Levitt Pavilion’s 50 nights of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The entertainment schedule includes a wide span of music genres including jazz, pop, latin, country and even special events just for kids.

The Friday evening concert (July 1) features one of our favorite local bands The Killdares – a fantastic blend of rock, pop, and celtic sound. Saturday’s concert (July 2) brings to the stage bluesy-soulsy favorite Mingo Fishtrap (previously performed with performed with such artists as Sting and Blues Traveler). Lyrical country musician, Radney Foster (July 3) rounds out the concert weekend of music. Sunday’s concert will also feature the Light Up Arlington fireworks at 9:45 p.m. (concert will continue after the fireworks).

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s 50 day of concerts,
click here.
Where: Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of
Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall).
View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM. See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

:: FREE Outdoor Concert Event ~ First Friday On The Green
Friday, July 1, 2011

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends with First Friday on the Green, a FREE monthly live music series rolled out 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.

Details, Details
What: Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind the
First Fridays on the Green. Get more info here.
When: Friday, July 1, 2011 ~ 7:00PM
Where: Head to Magnolia Green Park ~ 1100 Block of Lipscomb,
between Magnolia and Rosedale (across the street from the Village
Homes row houses).
Cost: In lieu of admission (which is FREE), you are encouraged to make a
donation to Cenikor in the form of cash or laundry detergent.

:: FREE ~ Celebrate Independence Day at the Ft. Worth Stockyards
…Saturday, July 2, 2011

Celebrate the Fourth with your family, cowboy style at Fort Worth’s stockyards! A fun day of activities is in store including:

Live Music 2:00– 5:00PM
Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive 11:30AM and 4:00PM
Petting Zoo 11:00AM–4:00PM
Gunfight Shows 11:45AM and 4:15PM
Face painter 12:00–4:00PM
Fort Worth Herd Cowcamp 1:30–2:30PM

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, July 2, 11:00AM- 5:00PM
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Avenue.
For directions, click here.
Cost: FREE. Fort Worth Herd Cowcamp is $1 per person.

:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
…ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
Saturday and Sunday, July 2 & 3, 2011

Bank of America’s 2010 national program, Museums On Us offers FREE
admission, the first full weekend of every month, to 120 participating museums throughout the U.S. This FREE Admission program takes place this weekend (July 2 & 3) 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). Click here for directions.
When: Saturday and Sunday, July 2 and 3 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:

:: Take an “Art-Full” Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
…Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.
Saturday, July 2, 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 July 2, 2011 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: FREE ~ Home Depot ~ Build. Learn. Create. Kids Workshop
Saturday, July 2, 2011

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE Drink Coaster Set 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, July 2 ~ 9:00AM- noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating
location, click here.
Cost:FREE!

:: Fourth of July Family Event at The Keller Pointe
Monday, July 4, 2011

Take part in Keller’s annual “Fourth of July Spectacular” by making a big splash at The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool. The afternoon will be filled with fun games, music, and lots of prizes for the little ones.Details, details
What: Get more information, here.
When: Monday, July 4 ~ 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Outdoor Pool Hours: 12:00PM to 7:00PM
Where: The Keller Pointe. 405 Rufe Snow Drive
Cost: FREE for members. Non-members will pay the regular daily fee
for admittance.

I hope you and your family have a wonderful 4th of July!

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FREE Fort Worth & Dallas Fourth Of July Fireworks Shows and Independence Day Celebrations

Posted on June 30, 2011 | Leave a comment

Important note: To find the 2014 list of FREE DFW Area Fourth of July Fireworks Shows and Celebrations, go here (you stumbled upon an out-of-date 2011 schedule of events). So glad you found us…pull up a chair and check out all the other local bargains and free events we’ve found for you (here)!

Firework events are listed by date and in alphabetical order by community.

:: Saturday, July 2, 2011 ~ DFW Fireworks Events

Frisco
What: Frisco Freedom Fest
Food, live music, children’s activities (bounce house, rock climbing wall), street entertainment, and more.
Where: Simpson Plaza at City Hall, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
When: July 2, Begins at 4:00PM, Fireworks at 10:00PM
Cost: FREE.

Granbury
What: Granbury Old-Fashioned 4th of July (All Weekend)
Parade, live big band music and dance, fireworks and more.
Voted one of the top 5 best fireworks shows in Texas.
Where: Events take place around town with fireworks over the lake.
Go here for specific event locations.
When: Weekend events July 2-4. Fireworks on July 4 at Dusk (about 9:30PM). Go here for a complete schedule of events.
Cost: Most events are FREE. Check links above for specifics.

Park Glen Community – Fort Worth
What: Park Glen Community Fireworks Extravaganza
Where: Arcadia Trail Park (bordered by Ash River Rd. & Island Park Dr.)
When: July 2, Fireworks at 9:15PM
Cost: FREE.

:: Sunday, July 3, 2011 ~ DFW Fireworks Events

Addison
What: Kaboom Town in Addison
Ranked #3 as Best Fireworks Show in the US . Warbird flyover, food, and live music. Fireworks event will be simulcast on 100.3 FM & KRLD 1080AM radio.
Where: Watching party at Addison Circle Park
When: July 3, 5:00PM to Midnight ~ Fireworks start at dusk (about 9:30PM)
Cost: FREE.

Arlington
What: Light Up Arlington Fireworks Show
Music, food, bounce houses, face painting and games set up along several city blocks in Arlington. Features a 21-minute music-enhanced fireworks show from atop City Hall.
Where: Downtown/University District of Arlington
When: July 3, 6:ooPM – 10:00PM (Fireworks at 9:45)
Cost: FREE.

Granbury
What: Granbury Old-Fashioned 4th of July (All Weekend)
Parade, live big band music and dance, fireworks and more. Voted one of the top 5 best fireworks shows in Texas.
Where: Events take place around town with fireworks over the lake.
Go here for specific event locations.
When: Weekend events July 2-4. Fireworks on July 4 at Dusk (about 9:30PM). Go here for a complete schedule of events.
Cost: Most events are FREE. Check links above for specifics.

Roanoke
What: Independence Day Celebration ~ Roanoke 3rd Rocks
Live music, bounce houses, rock climbing wall, children’s train and more.
Where: Roanoke Community Park ~ 201 Park Dr.
When: July 3, Family Activities begin at 6:00. Fireworks will start at dusk.
Cost: FREE!

Southlake
What: Stars & Stripes Southlake Fireworks Show
Kids activities, live music & entertainment, and more family fun.
Where: Southlake Town Square
When: July 3, Family Activities begin at 6:00. Patriotic ceremony and fireworks will start at 9:30PM
Cost: FREE!

:: Monday, July 4, 2011 ~ DFW Fireworks Events

Arlington
What: 46th Annual Arlington Independence Day Parade
Where: Downtown Arlington – see parade route here.
When: July 4, Begins at 9:00AM
Cost: FREE.

What: Arlington Highlands Shopping Center Celebration
Live music, face painting, free snow cones and fireworks.
Where: Click here for directions.
When: July 4, 7:00PM, Fireworks at 9:30PM
Cost: FREE!

Bedford
What: City of Bedford’s Bigtop 4th Fest
Live Music, inflataFUN Zone, a variety of Circus family fun FREE activities, festival-style food & more independence day celebrations with a with a circus themed twist.
Where: 2801 Forest Ridge Road ~ Bedford Boys Ranch Park. Go here for parking details.
When: July 4, 12:00PM to 11:00PM, fireworks at dusk (about 9:30PM)
Cost: FREE! Swimming at Bedford’s Splash Aquatic Center is $6.50 for adults, $5.50 for kids under 18. Optional parking and shuttle service, $4 (Free for children 3 and under).

Flower Mound
What: Independence Day Festival & Fireworks Show
Live music, kid’s activity zone, vintage car show, arts & crafts, food and more. Featuring classic rock icons, Grand Funk Railroad! This year’s festival will be special as the town is also celebrating its 50th Anniversary and is combining this event with the Wild About Flower Mound festival.
Where: Flower Mound’s Bakersfield Park, 1201 Duncan Lane
When: July 4, 5:00-10:30PM and Fireworks begin at 9:25PM
Cost: FREE!

Fort Worth
What: City of Fort Worth’s Fourth Of July Fireworks
An evening of free music, family activities, bounce houses, miniature golf, jet ski shows, and fireworks. You can even cool off in the Trinity River with the Float the Fourth river-tubing event (inner tubes, kayaks and swim up barges are available free of charge). Free fresh watermelon will also be available to all!
Where: On the Trinity River, behind LaGrave Field at Trinity Uptown.
When: July 4, Starts at 4:30PM. Fireworks begin after the FW Cats game ends.
Cost: FREE! Parking is available at LaGrave Field for $5 or free along the side streets of North Main.

Granbury
What: Granbury Old-Fashioned 4th of July (All Weekend)
Parade, live big band music and dance, fireworks and more. Voted one of the top 5 best fireworks shows in Texas.
Where: Events take place around town with fireworks over the lake.
Go here for specific event locations.
When: Weekend events July 2-4. Fireworks on July 4 at Dusk (about 9:30PM). Go here for a complete schedule of events.
Cost: Most events are FREE. Check links above for specifics.

Grapevine
What: 29th Annual Fireworks Extravaganza
Where: Grapevine Lake (our favorite viewing spot is from the Gaylord
Texan Hotel. A map of viewing sites around Grapevine Lake can be
be found here.
When: July 4, Fireworks start at 9:30PM
Cost: FREE (though some parks may charge a small admission fee).

Irving/Las Colinas
What: Irving’s Firecracker Fourth
Fireworks over Lake Caroline and patriotic music from the Irving Symphony Orchestra and the Kenny Chavez Combo
Where: Las Colinas ~ Intersection of Las Colinas Boulevard and Lake Carolyn Parkway
When: July 4, Entertainment begins at 6:30PM, fireworks at 9:30PM
Cost: FREE! Parking is $5 at the Irving Convention Center parking garage ~ 500 W. Las Colinas Blvd.

Lewisville
What: Red White & Lewisville Fireworks Show
Where: The best viewing opportunities will be on the South side of Vista Ridge Mall and along the 121 Bypass.
When: July 4, 9:30PM
Cost: FREE!

North Richland Hills
What: North Richland Hills Family Fireworks Show
Patriotic music will be simulcast live during the fireworks show on KDKR Radio 91.3 FM
Where: The Hills Shopping Center (6351 Highway 26)
or WG Thomas Coliseum (6108 Broadway in Haltom City).
When: July 4, Fireworks Begin at 9:30PM
Cost: FREE.

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HURRY! Limited Quantity Offer for 50% OFF NRH2O Water Park Tickets ~ Available to Purchase at Midnight Tonight!

Posted on June 29, 2011 | 2 comments

Hi frugal friends! We are back in full gear from our vacation and returning with a HOT Frugal in Fort Worth insider tip that will cool you down:

A little birdie told us about a great deal that is launching at Ad Pages Daily Deal site tonight at midnight (12:01AM on June 30 to be exact) ~ you won’t want to miss out! They will be offering 50% OFF NRH2O Water Park Tickets. There are only 100 tickets available at this discount, so don’t wait very long if you plan to take advantage of this! Go here to get this great deal and plan your fun in the sun! Tickets valid through September 5, 2011.

Learn about NRH20 Water Park, here. Sign up for AP Daily Deals emails here.

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Beeeeeep ~ We interrupt our normal programming…

Posted on June 19, 2011 | 2 comments

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!

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (June 17-19 Edition) ~ Check out These Great FREE Events!

Posted on June 17, 2011 | 5 comments

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Texas Monthly’s 10 Best Texas Movies Roadshow, Showing Red River at the FW Stockyards
FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series in Arlington ~ Featuring Rick Trevino (Fri.) and Blame Sally (Sat.)
FREE Films Under the Stars (Cats & Dogs: Revenge of Kitty Galore) in Keller
CHEAP Kids Cow Camp at the FW Stockyards
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Home Depot
FREE Disney/Pixar Cars 2 Movie Release Party at Borders

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:: FREE ~ Texas Monthly Rolling Roadshow’s 10 Best Texas Films,
….Showing Red River, Starring John Wayne
….Friday, June 17, 2011

Alamo Drafthouse and Texas Monthly Magazine join forces to celebrate the 10 best films in the Lone Star State and screen them in the iconic locations where they were filmed. Red River, the John Wayne flick that tells the story of Texas cattle drivers as they make the treacherous journey up the Chisholm Trail, will be shown in the Stockyards Friday evening as part of this travelling movie series.

Before the film starts, Legends of Texas, Ft. Worth’s award-winning gunfighters and historical reinactors will perform a show plus there will be a special Q&A with “The Duke.” Be sure bring your own seating and arrive early for good spot. Admission is free and first come, first serve.

Details, details
What: For more information about the Texas Monthly Roadshow and
Red River movie, click here.
When: Friday, June 17 · 8:00pm – 11:00pm
Where: At the Fort Worth Stockyards, 130 East Exchange Avenue
For directions, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
Friday and Saturday, June 17-18, 2011

The Friday evening concert (June 17) features Rick Trevino – Grammy-winning classic country artist, and Saturday’s concert (June 18) brings to the stage Blame Sally, the all female rock band from the San Francisco Bay area. Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the outdoor entertainment! Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

:: FREE Family Fun Film with Movies Under The Stars in Keller
…Featuring Cats & Dogs: Revenge of Kitty Galore (PG)
Friday, June 17, 2011

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 17. Family games and activities begin at
8:00PM. Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE ~ Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
…Saturday, June 17, 2011

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

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 17, 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: $1

:: FREE ~ Home Depot ~ Build. Learn. Create. Kids Workshop
…Saturday, June 18, 2011

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help
them learn a new woodworking skill and make a toolbox to take home ~ a perfect gift for Father’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, June 18, 2011 ~ 9:00AM to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Disney/Pixar Cars 2 Release Party at Borders.
…Saturday, June 18, 2011

How Fun! Borders Books and Music is hosting a special Disney/Pixar Cars 2 Release Party and kids event! Activities include storytime, games
and more. This special kids event is ideal for kids aged 3-8.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 18 ~ 2:00PM
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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Great Deal! FREE Smashburger With Purchase

Posted on June 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

Drop by Smashburger in Fort Worth through Tuesday, June 21, with the coupon you’ll find here, to get a FREE regular Smashburger or 1/3lb Smashburger with any entrée or kids meal purchase.

Details, details
How: Print and use the coupon you’ll find here.
When: Now through June 21, 2011
Where: All participating Smashburger locations. Find one near you here.
The Small Print (Only Made Larger): Limit one per person. May not be combined with any other offer. No Cash Value.

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Downtown Fort Worth Tonight: Enjoy 50% OFF Simply Fondue, a FREE Movie, and FREE Live Jazz!

Posted on June 16, 2011 | 2 comments

There are two fantastic FREE events happening in downtown Fort Worth this evening (Thursday, January 16th):

Sundance Square’s 2011 FREE outdoor movie series, Stars under the Stars, featuring Despicable Me (details here).
FREE Jazz Concert, starring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield and Corner Pocket (get the scoop here).

While you are downtown, you might want to take advantage of 50% OFF Simply Fondue to-go orders. The 50% OFF is valid for appetizers and drink take-outs every Thursday night in June ~ perfect to enjoy while catching the movie. Learn more about Simply Fondue, here.

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Worth Checking Out: 50% OFF The Classic Cafe in Roanoke

Posted on June 15, 2011 | Leave a comment

So Glad to See this 50% OFF Classic Cafe Offer Come Around again!

On a personal note: We so enjoyed using our Groupon for Classic Cafe the first time they ran this offer several months ago, that we are purchasing the Groupon again. The food was melt-in-your-mouth incredible and service great ~ we are ready to go back again! There is a nice range of choices on the menu, but for those “meat & potato” folks, their beef is all grain-fed and raised for them ~ in fact, the lady at the table next to us at lunch said they made the best hamburger she has ever had. It was huge!

Groupon has launched a savings offer of 50% OFF Lunch or Dinner at The Classic Cafe in Roanoke. When you buy today’s Groupon for $10, you will get a gift certificate for $20 towards lunch or for $30 you will get $60 towards dinner at The Classic Cafe ~ valid until November 17, 2011.

How to get the Offer:

Go here to sign up for today’s 50% OFF deal.
Select Fort Worth as Your Groupon City and choose whether you want the Lunch or Dinner deal (or you can purchase both if you wish).
Buy your Groupon before the end of the day.
You do have until November 17 to use your Groupon. Since
there is a limited quantity of these certificates available, I would
recommend not waiting too long to make your purchase.

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Heading to Dallas for the Mavericks Championship Victory Parade on Thursday? Read These Tips.

Posted on June 15, 2011 | 2 comments

250,000 people are expected to descend on Dallas on Thursday to pay tribute to the Dallas Mavericks after their NBA championship win over the Miami Heat.

If you are one of the dedicated Mavs fans who are willing to fight the crowds and cheer on the home team at the championship parade, check out this round-up of helpful information:

Parade Start time: Crowds are expected to start gathering several hours before the official start time of 10AM (Thursday, June 16) ~ if you want a good viewing spot along the parade route, you’ll want to get there early. The parade is expected to last an hour and will end in a pep rally at Victory Plaza (only 10,000 will be allowed into the plaza). Visit dallascityhall.com for more event details.
Parade Route: Streets close at 8AM on Thursday along the parade path and fans can line up behind the barricades beginning at 7AM. Festivities begin at the Dallas Convention Center (at Young and Griffin streets downtown), head west on Young Street to Union Station, goes North on Houston Street (past Dealey Plaza), and then to Continental and Victory avenues to end at American Airlines Center. Check out this handy Google Map which shows the route as well as the public transportation train stops along the way.
Getting there by train: Police are urging parade-goers to use public transportation to get to the parade. The Trinity Railway Express is easy to catch from Fort Worth and has two stations along the parade route ~ Victory Station (drops off close to the American Airlines Center) and Union Station, near the parade route start. Do leave yourself some extra time to get to your stop, as the trains are expected to be crowded tomorrow. Go here to get more info on the Trinity Railway Express.
Driving & Parking: Driving into downtown will likely take a great deal of patience, but there is expected to be plenty of parking available once you arrive. Dallas Mayor, Dwaine Caraway says, “We cannot stress enough how important it is for people to come downtown early….we encourage you to take the public transportation, but we also encourage all of you that are coming to carpool.” Go here to see a map of downtown Dallas public parking.
Cost: FREE (Thank you Mark Cuban for footing the bill!)

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FREE Disney Family Fun Magazine Subscription!

Posted on June 14, 2011 | Leave a comment

LivingSocial has a great offer for Disney Family Fun Magazine (valid for the next few days)!

Here are the easy steps for getting the 1-Year Subscription FREE:

If you are new to Living Social, be sure to first sign up for FREE here. You’ll get $5 in “Deal Bucks” (like a $5 OFF coupon) to use towards any offer immediately. Then after you’ve signed up, click the link in step #2 to go directly to the deal and get it free.
Signed up with LivingSocial already? Go to this link which then takes you to the Family Fun Magazine offer to make your purchase.
While you are on the Family Fun Magazine offer page (it should look similar to above picture), look at the top banner ad for Windows 7 From Microsoft. When you click on this and watch their 30 second promo video, you’ll get $5 in “Deal Bucks” put in your Living Social account, usable towards another offer (that’s a total of $10 in free goodies, if you completed step #1 and are a new Living Social subscriber)! Use this credit to apply to one of the other offers, here (or save it for later if you wish).

Easy-breezy, right?

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