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FREE Jazz in June Concerts in Keller ~ Thursdays

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The Keller Public Arts Program is pleased to present its fourth annual Jazz in June Concert Series, returning to the front lawn of Keller Town Hall at 7:30 p.m., Thursday evenings. The concerts are free and open to audiences of all ages. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnic dinners, leashed pets, and snacks and drinks to enjoy (no glass please).

The music lineup includes:

  • Thursday, June 14, Breggett Rideau
  • Thursday, June 21, Adonis Rose & FWJO
  • Thursday, June 28, Latin Express

Details, details
What:  Go here to learn more about Keller’s 4th Annual Jazz in June Thursday concert series.
When:  June 14, 21, and 28 at 7:30PM
Where:  Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway.
Cost:  FREE

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REMINDER: Kids Bowl FREE All Summer Long in Fort Worth, Dallas, Arlington, & More!

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This summer, children can bowl every day for FREE at several bowling centers around the Fort Worth and Dallas area ~ a fun activity for rainy days or when it’s just too hot to play outside! There are 2 different free kids bowling programs, so check them both out to find the most convenient location to you.

1.  AMF Free Kids Bowling:  With this program, you’ll get a weekly voucher for two free games per child, May 14 through September 3 until 8pm.   Find participating locations and sign up here.

2. Kids Bowl Free Program: Select bowling centers around DFW are participating in the “Kids Bowl Free” program.  This program allows you to register your child/children to play 2 free games EVERY day, all summer long.  Times vary by location.  Go here to learn more.

Summer Family Bowling Pass Savings:  With both of these programs, adults can get in on the fun with a family pass savings deal. The family pass includes 2 games of bowling per person, every day. The pass is valid for up to 4 adults  (ages 16 and up) and is good for the entire summer.  The programs are identical, but the costs differ depending on which family pass program you go with.  The cost for the AMF Summer pass is $29.95 and the “Kids Bowl Free” Family Pass is $24.95.

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GREAT DEAL: $5 Magazine Subscriptions ~ Better Homes & Gardens, Parenting, Health, Road & Track and 11 More Popular Titles

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Amazon is hosting their annual $5 Magazine Sale, now through June 17. You can choose from 15 titles (some perfect for Father’s Day from the kids), including: 

Magazine  Magazine

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Magazine Magazine

Magazine Magazine

Savings Tip:  Magazine purchases will work as a great filler to get the FREE Shipping when you spend $25 or more at Amazon. Add your magazine to your “cart” with any other small ticket items you might have, and pay for them in one transaction.  Learn more here.

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June 8-10 Cheap and FREE Fort Worth Entertainment Roundup | Frugal & Fun Weekend Events Edition

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This weekend’s highlights include:

  • FREE Friday on the Green Outdoor Evening Concert
  • FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion
  • FREE Movie Under the Stars (The Muppets) in Keller
  • FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
  • FREE The Secret Garden Classic Family Movie Showing
  • FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
  • FREE Lowe’s Woodworking Workshop for Kids
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance 
  • FREE Grill Master Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
  • FREE Summer Decorating Class at Pottery Barn

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:: FREE Friday On The Green Outdoor Concert
Friday, June 8, 2012

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends at Friday on the Green, a FREE monthly live music series sponsored by Fort Worth South. This month’s lineup features Josh Weathers & The True Endeavors and Foxtrot Uniform. 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 Friday on the Green. Get more info here.
When: Friday, June 8, 2012 ~ 7:00-10:00PM
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 of school supplies to Southside Church of Christ (to help
children in need).

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
   June 8-10, 2012

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their packed summer series of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The Friday evening concert (June 8) headlines The Derailers (celebrating the legacies of Buck Owens, George Jones, Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Charlie Rich and more), Saturday (June 9) features No Justice (they’ve had 10 “Top 10” singles and a pair of number ones in a six-year span), and Sunday (June 10) features soul jazz artist, Red Young & Black Red Black.

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.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, 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).

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:: FREE Family Fun with Movies Under The Stars
    in Keller ~ Featuring the Film, The Muppets (G)
     Friday, June 8, 2012

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Disney’s The Muppets 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 8. 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!

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
Family Event at the Gaylord Texan

Friday, June 8, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks 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 music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, 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
9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
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 fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: FREE Yogi Bear Family Movie Showing
Saturday, June 9, 2012

Join the Fort Worth Central Library for a free showing of the fun children’s movie Yogi Bear on Saturday, June 9. This event is part of the Central Library’s Second Saturday Film Series which runs monthly family friendly movies through the end of the year.

About the movie: The pic-a-nic-basket-stealing-bear joins forces with Boo-Boo and their old nemesis, Ranger Smith, in an attempt to save Jellystone Park from closing and, in the process, prove that our hero really is “smarter than the average bear.” Rated PG. 82 minutes.

Details, details
What: For more information about this movie event and future showings, click here. Learn more about the movie and read reviews here.
When: Saturday, June 9, 2012 ~ 1:00PM
Where: The Fort Worth Central Library’s Youth Center Discovery Theatre. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage and parking meters are FREE on weekends.
Cost:
FREE!

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:: FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
Saturday, June 9, 2012

Explore the nature trails surrounding the River Legacy Living Science Center on a FREE family friendly naturalist-led nature walk. The Living Science Center is the gateway to River Legacy Parks in Arlington.

Details, details
What:
To find out more about the FREE nature walk and River Legacy Living Science Center, go here. RSVP to 817.860.6752
Where: River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Boulevard (at the intersection of N. Cooper Street and Green Oaks) in Arlington
When: Saturday, June 9, 2012, 10:00AM
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Madagascar Plane
Saturday, June 9, 2012

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 insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information and to register, click here.
When: Saturday, June 9, 2012 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
Sunday, June 10, 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, June 10, 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
    Saturday & Sunday,  June 9 & 10, 2012

Join Williams-Sonoma for two classes: Saturday’s class will provide all you need to know to master burgers on the grill, and Sunday’s seminar will teach you how to prepare vegetables for the grill and cook them to the desired tenderness. You’ll learn to make grilled side dishes that are so scrumptious, everyone will be asking for more!

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: 
June 9 & 10, 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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:: FREE Pottery Barn ~ Backyard Entertaining Class
Sunday, June 10, 2012

Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class where you will learn how to entertain outdoors in style ~ from a casual outdoor barbecue to an elegant dinner party!

Details, details
What: For more information, go to Pottery Barn Store Events.
When:
Classes take place Sunday, June 10, 2012. Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.
Where: Go here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost:
FREE!

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More 50% OFF Fort Worth Area Summer Family Activities & Kids Camps Deals Roundup

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Now that summer is here, you may want to nail down a plan for keeping the kids entertained and their minds engaged over the coming months.  Following is a list of limited time discount offers for summer activities and camps that are worth checking out.

Buying tip:  Be sure to read the details of the offer to make sure the camp or activity time-frame fits your schedule needs.

These deals will only be available to buy over the next few days ~ and are limited in supply. Don’t wait, as they may sell out.

:: $37 for Three-Day or $79 for Nine-Day Football Agility Camp with Professional Players (Regular, $75 to $200 Value) in Fort Worth ~ LivingSocial Daily Deal

:: $2o for One Full Day of Adventure Day Camp (Regular, $50 Value) in Grapevine ~  Go to Plum District’s “Dallas: Denton County Deals.”  I know ~ this is not in Dallas or Denton County.  :0)

:: $10 for a $20 Game Card for Arcade Games, Laser Tag & Indoor Rock Climbing (Regular, $20 Value) in Arlington ~ AdPages Daily Deal

:: $12 for a Reserved Seat to the Mesquite Pro Rodeo  (Regular, $24 Value) in Mesquite ~ AdPages Daily Deal

:: $39 for Kids’ Fitness Classes & Open-Play Sessions at My Gym – (Regular, $145 Value) in Colleyville ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals”

:: $24 Princess Dress-Up Tea for 2 at Chelsea’s Tea Room (Regular, $50 Value) in Arlington ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals”

:: $8 for an American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum Outing for Four People (Regular, $20 Value) in Fort Worth ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals”

:: $20 for 2 Voice Lessons From Synergistic Singing (Regular, $50 Value) in Denton ~ Available through Fort Worth Star Telegram’s DealSaver

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June 1-3 Cheap and FREE Fort Worth Entertainment Roundup ~ Lots of Great End of School Family Fun!

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This weekend’s highlights include:

  • FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion
  • FREE Movie Under the Stars (Cars) in Keller
  • FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
  • FREE Fishing Day in Texas
  • FREE Kids Cow Camp at the  Ft. Worth Stockyards
  • FREE Fort Worth Science & History Museum Admission
  • FREE Family Event at the Nasher Sculpture Center – Dallas
  • FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at Home Depot
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance 
  • FREE Outdoor BBQ Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
   June 1-3, 2012

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their packed summer series 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 (June 1) headlines Beau Soleil (Grammy-winning contemporary Cajun artistry), Saturday (June 2) features The Tejas Brothers (Honky-tonk with a dash of spicy Tex-Mex), and Sunday features blues artist, Guitar Shorty.

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.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, 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).

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:: FREE Family Fun with Movies Under The Stars
    in Keller ~ Featuring the Film, Cars (G)
     Friday, June 1, 2012

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Cars 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 1. 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!

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
Family Event at the Gaylord Texan

Friday, June 1, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)


Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks 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 music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, 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
9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
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 fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: FREE Fishing Day in Texas (No License Needed)
    Saturday, June 2, 2012

 This Saturday, June 2,  anyone in Texas can fish without needing to purchase a state fishing license.  This is a great way to “test the waters” with the family without making a big investment.

Details, details
What: For more information about Texas’ free fishing days, go here.
When: Saturday, June 2
Where: Go here to find a list of  license-free locations in Texas.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
Saturday, June 2, 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, June 2, 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. You will see the Texas longhorns and authentic Drovers and know you are in the right spot!
Cost: FREE, but Donations are appreciated.

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:: Bank of America Cardholders: Take advantage of FREE
   ADMISSION to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History
Saturday and Sunday, June  2 & 3, 2012

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Bank of America’s 2012 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 (June 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.
Where: The Fort Worth Science & History Museum, 1600 Gendy St. (corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). Click here for directions.
When:
Saturday and Sunday, June 2 & 3
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, June 2, 2012

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, June 2, 2012 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Home Depot ~ Build. Learn. Create. Kids Workshop
Saturday, June 2, 2012

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help them learn a new woodworking skill and build their very own organizer 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, June 2, 2012 ~ 9:00AM to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
Sunday, June 3, 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, June 3, 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
    Saturday & Sunday,  June 2 & 3, 2012

Join Williams-Sonoma for two classes: Saturday’s class will provide all you need to know to create the “Best Beans Ever,” and Sunday’s class will focus on grill master favorites like steaks, chicken breasts and burgers. They’ll discuss flavors and seasonings, demonstrate marinades and rubs, and show you how to sear in those wonderful juices.

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: 
June 2 & 3, 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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Congratulations to all the kids (and teachers) who finished school this week ~ Let the summer fun begin!

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50% OFF Fort Worth Area Kids Summer Activities & Camp Deals Roundup ~ Give Mom a Break!

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If you are beginning to think about what to do to keep the kids busy this summer, check out these limited time discount offers for Summer activities and camps for just about every interest.

Buying tip:  Once you purchase any of these deals, you can use your voucher throughout the summer months.  Be sure to read the details of the offer to make sure the time-frame, etc. fits your needs.  These deals will only be available to buy over the next few days ~ and are limited in supply. Don’t wait, as they may sell out.

:: $149 for 1 week of Kids Summer Horse Camp at RNR Stables (Regular, $300 Value) in Corinth ~ AdPages Daily Deal

:: $15 for Pottery or Painting Classes at Van Grow Studio of the Arts (Regular, $30 Value) in Fort Worth ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals

:: $99 for Summer Baseball Camp at Premier Baseball Academy (Regular, $200 Value) in North Richland Hills or Plano ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals

:: $12 for a Planetarium Outing for Four People (Regular, $24 Value) At The Planetarium, UT Arlington ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals

:: $15 for 90-Minute Kids Art Class at Art Smart (Regular, $30 Value) in Arlington ~ LivingSocial Daily Deal

:: $20 for 1 Month of Dance Classes at Early Spring Arts Conservatory (Regular, $55 Value) in Southlake ~ LivingSocial Daily Deal

:: 50% OFF ~ $19 for All-Day Gaming Pass for Two at TH3 Arcade (Regular, $40 Value) in N. Fort Worth ~ LivingSocial Daily Deal

:: $7 for Fort Worth Cats Box Seat at Any Home Game (Regular, $14 Value) at LaGrave Field in Fort Worth ~ Go to Groupon’s “All Deals

:: $25 for Adventure Day Camps (Regular, $50 Value) in Grapevine ~ Available through Fort Worth Star Telegram’s DealSaver

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2012 Cheap Summer Kids Movies in Fort Worth – Beat the Heat & Save!

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Save your kids from the summer heat and have some cheap fun with these Fort Worth area summer movie series. There are lots of family friendly movies to choose from including Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who, Rio, Despicable Me, How to Train Your Dragon, The Muppets, and many more! Studio Movie Grill even offers FREE screenings for kids with special needs and their families (love this!).  

Following is a roundup of the various kids summer movies series:

:: HARKINS SUMMER MOVIE FUN
Harkins Theatres in Southlake is bringing back its 10-week Summer Movie Fun Program, Monday Through Friday mornings, from June 4 through August 10. It’s less than $1 a film ($6 for 10 movies). Find details and a list of scheduled movies at harkinstheatres.com.

:: REGAL THEATRES SUMMER MOVIE EXPRESS
Regal theatres is offering nine weeks (June 5 to August 1) of fun-filled movies for kids and parents, for $1/person! There are 18 movies to choose from, showing at 10AM each Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show and are first-come, first-served seating. In Fort Worth, you’ll find the Summer Movie Express Family Film Festival at: Fossil Creek Stadium 11.  A portion of proceeds from the Summer Movie Express will be donated to the Will Rogers Institute. Learn more here.

:: STUDIO MOVIE GRILL
Studio Movie Grill’s
Children’s Summer Series will run from June 4 through August 20 (Monday to Friday, 11AM) and will feature 12 different movies. Children’s tickets are $1 and adults are $2 at the theaters in Arlington, Dallas, Lewisville and Plano. In addition, Studio Movie Grill will continue its free screenings for kids with special needs and their siblings (next showing is June 16 ~ love that they do this!!) — for details, go here. Learn more about the Children’s Summer series here.

:: CINEMARK/TINSELTOWN SUMMER MOVIE CLUBHOUSE
The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse is back for summer 2012! The weekly morning movies start in June, but you can purchase your pass in advance ($5 for 10 movies or $1 at the door). Find details and a list of participating theaters at Cinemark’s website (here).

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FREE Fort Worth Third Thursday Jazz Series ~ Starts This Thursday, May 17

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All Jazzed Up and Someplace to Go
Take a musical journey from the 20th century roots of Jazz to the diverse sounds of the present with the Fort Worth Library’s Third Thursday Jazz Series. This five-concert series features an outstanding list of nationally and locally known talent and is FREE and open to the public. The monthly lineup offers everything from swing jazz to the blues and will include some amazing artists ~ like jazz saxophonist Brad Leali (former lead for the Harry Connick, Jr Orchestra) and grammy-award winning trombonist Robin Eubanks (collaborated with a variety of notable musicians such as Art Blakey, Barbra Streisand, The Rolling Stones and Talking Heads).

Brad Leali, Alto Saxophonist, Kicks Off The Series ~ May 17
The inauguration of the 2012 series (Thursday, May 17, 6:30PM)  showcases Grammy nominated Brad Leali, former lead alto saxophonist for the Harry Connick, Jr Orchestra and director of the Count Basie orchestra. Leali’s quintet will feature the music of “The Bebop Revolution,” including toe-tapping tunes from Charlie Parker and Dizzie Gillespie.  Leali has backed up a lengthy list of artists including Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Herbie Hancock, Fantasia, Billy Joel, Kid Rock, Yolanda Adams, and Brian McKnight.  He has been one of the top jazz musicians in New York City and has made numerous television appearances including The Today Show, Jay Leno Tonight Show, and Arsenio Hall.

The Brad Leali quintet performance will also feature trumpeter Ephraim Owens, Paul Unger on bass, pianist Michael Palma, and Andrew Griffith on drums.

Details, details
What:
For more information, visit the Third Thursday Jazz Series website.
When: Thursday, May 17 ~ 6:30pm. See the monthly lineup below for additional concert dates.
Where: In the Gallery of the Fort Worth Central Library. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE after 6:00pm or if you go earlier, have your parking ticket validated at the Central Library for up to 2.5 hours free on weekdays.
Cost: FREE, no ticket required.

Third Thursday Jazz Series Monthly Lineup

  • May 17: Brad Leali Quintet. “The Bebop Revolution”  features the music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie.
  • June 21: Victor Cager, Tatiana Mayfield, and the Duane Durrett Trio. Featuring vocalist Tatiana Mayfield, this band will perform “Singing and Swinging: Art of the Jazz Vocalist.”
  • July 19: James Shannon Quartet. “Smoking at the Library” will showcase the incredible guitar style of Wes Montgomery.
  • August 16: Adonis Rose Quintet. This Grammy Award winning drummer brings his New Orleans sound to the series.
  • September 20: Robin Eubanks Quintet.  Eubanks has been voted best trombonist in DownBeat magazine’s international critics poll five times.

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FREE National Train Day Event in Fort Worth & Dallas – Saturday, May 12, 2012

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Bring the family and celebrate National Train Day with local events at both the Fort Worth Intermodal Transportation Center and Dallas Union Station. Each station will have their own special events including the opportunity to ride the train between both Fort Worth and Dallas events.

The Fort Worth National Train Day Event will include:

  • Operating freight locomotives and passenger cars on display from Union Pacific and BNSF Railway
  • Tours through an engine cab of an Amtrak long distance train and a restored original Interurban Trolley that ran the rails between Fort Worth and Dallas from 1924 to 1934
  • Operating model trains and historical train photo displays
  • Entertainment for the kids including balloon artists and face painting

Go here  to view a complete list of National Train Day events in Fort Worth and Dallas.

Details, details
What: Learn more about the National Train Day online, here.
When:  Saturday, May 12, 2012 ~ 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Where:  Fort Worth Intermodal Transportation Center ( 1001 Jones St.) and Dallas Union Station  (400 S. Houston St.)
Cost:  Event is FREE! Standard train fare will apply for riding the train between Dallas & Fort Worth stations.

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FREE Amon Carter Museum Family Storytime ~ Fun Summer Idea!

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Here is another fun and FREE event to add to your summer calendar ~ The Amon Carter Museum will be hosting Storytime, a free public program for young children and their families on Wednesdays in June and July (except July 4), from 10:30–11:30 a.m.

This interactive event will bring the museum’s artworks to life through engaging children’s stories and related activities that focus on exploring a different color each week. After the story reading, kids will be able to create their own work of art while enjoying cookies and lemonade! Families are even encouraged to come dressed in that day’s featured color for even more fun.

 

The dates and themes are:

  • June 6 – Rockin’ Red
  • June 13 – Outrageous Orange
  • June 20 – Hello Yellow
  • June 27 – Going Green
  • July 11 – True Blue
  • July 18 – Incredible Indigo
  • July 25 – Very, Very Violet

Details, details
What: Go here to learn more about Amon Carter’s Family Fun Week. Reservations are not required, but you can call 817.989.5030 or email visitors@cartermuseum.org to receive helpful information.
When: Storytime is held every Wednesday, June 6 through July 25 (excluding July 4), from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: The museum is located at 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard.
Directions and parking details can be found by clicking here.
Cost: FREE! Entrance to this event and the Amon Carter’s permanent collection is always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

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FREE! Frontier Fort Days at the Fort Worth Stockyards ~ May 11 & 12

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Bring the family to the 12th Annual Frontier Fort Days Texas heritage event
where you will get to experience what it was like to live as a real wrangler on the Texas frontier. Exchange Avenue in the Stockyards will be lined with encampments of historic fort sites from around Texas. During this FREE event, you will be able to discuss frontier life with re-enactors, explore historically accurate fort camps and wagons, and enjoy soothing live music from the era. Scheduled events include infantry, artillery and cavalry demonstrations, military parades and more.

Details, details
What:
For more details about Frontier Fort Days, click here.
Where: At the Stockyards Station ~ 130 East Exchange Ave.
For directions, click here.
When: Friday and Saturday, May 11-12, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE

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FREE Bowling for Kids ~ All Summer Long in Fort Worth, Hurst, Arlington, Euless, Irving & More!

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This summer, children can bowl every day for FREE at several bowling centers around the Fort Worth and Dallas area ~ a fun activity for rainy days or when it’s just too hot to play outside! There are 2 different free kids bowling programs, so check them both out to find the most convenient location to you.

1.  Free Kids Bowling through AMF:  With this program, you’ll get a weekly voucher for two free games per child, May 14 through September 3 until 8pm.   Find participating locations and sign up here.

2. “Kids Bowl Free”: Select bowling centers around DFW are participating in the “Kids Bowl Free” program.  This program allows you to register your child/children to play 2 free games EVERY day, all summer long.  Times vary by location.  Go here to learn more.

Summer Family Bowling Pass Savings:  With both of these programs, adults can get in on the fun with a family pass savings deal. The family pass includes 2 games of bowling per person, every day. The pass is valid for up to 4 adults  (ages 16 and up) and is good for the entire summer.  The programs are identical, but the costs differ depending on which family pass program you go with.  The cost for the AMF Summer pass is $29.95 and the “Kids Bowl Free” Family Pass is $24.95.

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April 20-22 Cheap and FREE Fort Worth Entertainment Roundup | Frugal & Fun Weekend Events Edition

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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:

  • FREE Main Street Arts Festival ~ Sundance Square
  • Fort Worth Botanical Garden Spring Plant Sale
  • FREE Family Festival at the Kimbell Art Museum
  • FREE Saturday Family Events at the BRIT
  • FREE Family Fun Day at the Amon Carter Museum
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance

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:: FREE Main Street Arts Festival ~ Downtown Fort Worth.
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.Through Sunday, April 22, 2012

 

Main St. Arts Festival is finally here!  This juried art fest showcases more than 200 of the nation’s finest artists and is staged around the streets of downtown (mainly around Sundance Square).  It’s a family friendly event with savory food, performance artists, kids activities, and street performers.

The festival also features over 50 live concerts throughout the weekend, including hundreds of performers in just about every music genre (the lineup even includes a bagpiper)! Some of the talent that caught our eyes this year include award-winning country singer Steve Wariner, local crooner Ricki Derek & the Vegas Six (if you love Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet, you’ll really like this set) and our personal local favorite R&B /jazz group ~ The Buster Brown Band.

Details, details
What: 
Learn more about Main Street Arts Fest, hereCheck out the live concert schedule here.
When: Thursday, April 19 to Sunday, April 22, 2012
Where:  Downtown Fort Worth on Main Street and generally around Sundance Square  (between 3rd and 4th streets).  Click here to find available FREE parking options.
Cost:  FREE!

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:: Fort Worth Botanic Garden ~ Spring Plant Sale
Saturday, April 21, 2012

Botanic Gardens

Enjoy the beauty of the FW Botanic Gardens while selecting some great new plants for your own garden at the annual Spring Plant Sale! You’ll have the opportunity to browse among cream of the crop perennials, specially selected to stand up to the unique challenges of Texas gardening. Bring your landscape plan and take advantage of the Horticulture Staff’s expertise in selecting just the right plants for your garden.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, April 21, 9:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Gardens, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. For directions to the gardens and other details, click here.
Cost: FREE to attend.  Plants priced individually for purchase.

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:: FREE! Family Festival: Adventures in Impressionism
at the Kimbell

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Enjoy an afternoon of free family fun for all ages at the Kimbell Art Museum on Saturday. This event will focus on the work of Impressionists and will explore their favorite subjects ~ the wondrous possibilities of color, light, and brushstroke. Highlights will include performances by students from the Texas Ballet Theater School. No reservations necessary. Admission to the special exhibition The Age of Impressionism is free during this event.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Kimbell Museum family event, click here. Where: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. For directions, click here. When: Saturday, April 21, 2012, 1:00 – 4:00PM
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Guided Plant Walk and Family Event at the BRIT
 ..Saturday, April 21, 2012

Saturday morning (10:00AM-2:00PM), BRIT is featuring a fun Family Program ~ “Why Are There Plants On That Roof?”  Kids of all ages can participate in hands on activities  and see specimens representing the flora of the BRIT’s living roof. While you are there, enjoy a a 1-hour docent-led tour of BRIT (Botanical Research Institute of Texas) and learn something new about plants (Tour departure times: 10:30AM or 12:30PM).

Other Saturday activities include:
• Meet a BRIT botanist at the Plant Preservation Studio and learn about BRIT’s unique plant collection.
• Self-guided tours of the LEED Platinum building, BRIT’s pocket prairie, geology wall, braided gardens, and the wetland area.

Details, details
What: For more information, go here.
When: Saturday April 21, 2012.  See complete schedule here.
Where:  1700 University Drive ~ Fort Worth (Next to the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens, click here for a map)
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Amon Carter Family Fun Day at the Museum
Sunday, April 22, 2012

The Amon Carter museum is offering a fun afternoon for the whole family with their program, Young Masters Family Fun day. The whole family will enjoy discovering artists who created masterpieces at a young age.  Your own young artist will have the opportunity to  create inspired artwork to take home, too! No reservations are required.

Details, details
What: Go here to learn more about Amon Carter’s Family Fun Day. Reservations are not required, but you can call 817.989.5030 or email visitors@cartermuseum.org to receive helpful information.
When: Sunday, April 22, 2012 – 1:00 – 4:00PM
Where: The museum is located at 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard. Directions and parking details can be found by clicking here.
Cost: FREE! Entrance to this event and the Amon Carter’s permanent collection is always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
Sunday, April 22, 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 22, 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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Main Street Arts Festival Starts Today! Sundance Square in Fort Worth, April 19-22

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One of our favorite annual events, Main St. Fort Worth Arts Festival is FINALLY here!  This juried art fest showcases more than 200 of the nation’s finest artists and is staged around the streets of downtown (mainly around Sundance Square).  It’s a family friendly event with savory food, performance artists, kids activities, and street performers.

The festival also features over 50 live concerts throughout the weekend, including hundreds of performers in just about every music genre (the lineup even includes a bagpiper)!  Some of the talent that caught our eyes this year include award-winning country singer Steve Wariner,  local crooner Ricki Derek & the Vegas Six (if you love Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet, you’ll really like this set) and our personal local favorite R&B /jazz group ~ The Buster Brown Band.

Details, Details
What: 
Learn more about Main Street Arts Fest, hereCheck out the live concert schedule here.
When: Thursday, April 19 to Sunday, April 22, 2012
Where:  Downtown Fort Worth on Main Street and generally around Sundance Square  (between 3rd and 4th streets).  Click here to find available FREE parking options.
Cost:  FREE!

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