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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Oct. 9-11) ~ The Great Trail Drive, Celebrate Roanoke, Texas State Fair, and more!

Posted on October 9, 2009 | Leave a comment

Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Experience Fort Worth’s Heritage at the Great Trail Drive
Along the Chisholm Trail, Saturday, October 10, 2009!

Saddle up for a true Texas trail drive along the Trinity River, following the historic Chisholm Trail in Fort Worth. The fun begins in the Fort Worth Stockyards at 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 with registration and breakfast, followed by the trail drive, led by Honorary Trail Boss and world champion cowboy, Larry Mahan. An authentic chuckwagon lunch will be provided as the drive progresses through downtown Fort Worth, along the Trinity River.

“The Great Trail Drive” benefits Rocky Top Therapy Center, a not-for-profit organization which provides therapeutic riding programs for children and adults with disabilities.

Details, details
What: Click here for the schedule of events and other details.
Where: Beginning at the Fort Worth Stockyards, Exchange Avenue
When: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Trail Drive 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM, Chuckwagon lunch 12:00 PM

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Celebrate Downtown Roanoke Festival!

The little town of Roanoke is quickly becoming the rising star of the Metroplex. With a complete Downtown renovation, the recent addition of renowned hamburger joint, Twisted Root (see my recent post on this top hamburger spot), and…of course…Babe’s Chicken, it’s definitely a great spot to put on the list of places to visit! And, this Saturday is a great time to make that happen!

From 10am-10pm, the city of Roanoke has planned a family friendly Celebrate Roanoke festival that includes: live music, climbing walls, bounce houses, old-fashioned carnival games, and various street entertainment like magicians, clowns, and old-town-gunfights. The festivities will close with a fabulous fireworks display.

Details, details
Where: On Oak Street in Downtown Roanoke, one block East of 377
When: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Cost: Free

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #3

Enjoy a day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair – Week #3
Plan ahead and you can save on admission, too!

This is the 3rd weekend of the month-long Texas State Fair in Dallas. Be sure to check out our post from last week for a comprehensive savings guide to the fair (click here), which includes some helpful info, as well as a long list of ways to save on admission every day of the week (some days you can even get in FREE!).

The Texas State Fair runs now through October 18 and covers just about every area of interest. There are plenty of daily shows and literally hundreds of music performances throughout the month. Check out the line up of concerts here and the full schedule of events here.

Details, details
What: There is so much to see and do at the fair. Click here for the schedule of events and other details. The event schedule changes daily.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dallas, TX
When: Daily, Now through October 18, 2009
How much:
• Discount Tickets: (Click here for FREE/discount ticket details)
• General Admission: $15
• Kids under 48” tall: $11
• Seniors 60 and over: $11
• Children 2 and under: Free

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #4

Grab a Bite at the Keller Eats Tailgate Party
Great Food. Live Music.

If you are headed to the Keller Stadium, for some “Friday Night Lights” (Central High School vs. Fossil Ridge High School), be sure and get there early for the Keller Eats Tailgate Party from 5:00-7:30 PM for food, live music, and more! First United Methodist of Keller and several local restaurants will be serving yummy eats in benefit of a fantastic organization, Habitat for Humanity.

Food options will include Mexican Food from local-owned Don Taco (one of my favorite eateries), BBQ from Dickey’s, and Pizza from Pollenzo’s (I hear they make great Pizza & are on my list to try soon!).

Side Note: If you don’t get a chance to stop by the tailgate party, be sure to add Don Taco Fresh Mex (off Heritage Trace & Old Denton Rd) to your next restaurant outing. Their prices are reasonable, and they make THE BEST Beef Fajita Quesadilla’s…hands down. Be sure and thank them for their contribution to Habitat for Humanity, too!

Details, details
Where: At 1st United Methodist Church Parking Lot, North of KHS Stadium
When: Friday, October 9, 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

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FREE MOVIE NIGHT ~ FREE BlockBuster Express Rental

Posted on October 8, 2009 | Leave a comment

Enjoy a FREE Night at the Movies from the Comfort of Your Home!

BlockBuster Express Kiosk

Get a BlockBuster Express Rental FREE, through October 23

How: Get your free movie rental by using code GE99A

When: This code is good at any BlockBuster Express through October 23

Where: To find a BlockBuster Express location near you, click here*.

*Note: There is a BlockBuster Express location within a mile of my house
at an Albertsons, but it was not on their locator map, at the time of this writing.
I do understand that these kiosks are in most Walmarts now (and probably
many places where you find RedBox). Hopefully there is a kiosk near you
even if it doesn’t show up on this map!

Is RedBox More Convenient for you?

Insider’s Tip: To find FREE Redbox codes, visit InsideRedbox.com.

Where: To find a Redbox location and reserve your
movie selection, click here.

Enjoy! :)

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Frugal Alert: Coupons for Fort Worth Retailers ~ Up to 40% OFF at Michael’s, Big Lots, JoAnn’s, & World Market

Posted on October 7, 2009 | Leave a comment

Here’s a little collection of useful Fort Worth and Dallas retailer coupons valid this week (and beyond in some cases)!

Michael’s ~ 40% Off Coupon (expires October 14) ~ Click here

Big Lots ~ 20% Off Entire Purchase (expires October 10) ~ Click here

JoAnn’s ~ 40% Off Coupon (expires October 24) ~ Click here

World Market – 25% Off Coupon (good Oct 9-12) ~ Click here

Note that you can print these out as many times as you need them, but typically you can only use one per store visit. Read the “birdseed” for each coupon.

Enjoy! :)

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Frugal Alert: How to Get the Best Deal on Today’s Release of Snow White & The 7 Dwarves Blu-Ray (SAVE $30!)

Posted on October 6, 2009 | Leave a comment

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Disney fans have been eagerly awaiting today’s Diamond Edition release of the classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, freshly re-mastered on Blu-ray/DVD.

Of all the offers I checked out, Amazon.com is running the best deal on the release, hands down!

You can get the Snow White Blu-Ray set for $9.99 (normally $39.99 MSRP). Here’s how:

Purchase the Snow White set from Amazon for the current sale price of 19.99 by clicking here.
At checkout, enter promocode SNOWHITE (note spelling – do not use two W’s) to get $10 deducted from your purchase.
Your total will be adjusted to $9.99!
If you combine this with another Amazon purchase, up to $25, you can get FREE shipping too!

This is a great time to buy this animation gem for the little ones. It makes a great gift for Christmas or upcoming birthdays…just remember your hiding place!

Go to the Snow White link at Amazon by clicking here.

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The Greatest Hamburger Joints in Fort Worth (according to Texas Monthly)

Posted on October 5, 2009 | 4 comments

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Fun (& Greasy) Texas Fact of the Week: I recently discovered that the hamburger was invented in Texas (why don’t they teach these important details in Texas History?!?). I must admit that I’m just not that surprised, as all culinary roads do, indeed, lead to Texas. Yes. Yes they do.

This brings me to my 2nd related discovery…

Texas Monthly recently ran a self-described “gastro-scientific inquiry into the finest burgers” and ranked the top 50 hamburger joints in Texas. I was happy to see that 5 Fort Worth area burger spots landed on the list! <<For full-disclosure to my fellow Fort Worthians, I was startled to learn that Kincaid’s didn’t rank in the top 50. Outrage and heresy! ;) >> Read the full article here.

Texas Monthly’s 2-thumbs-up results for the Fort Worth Area:

Dutch’s – “The nicely seasoned half pound of meat is smothered with a pile of blue cheese and a tangle of bacon. A goodly spread of chipotle mayo bridges the flavors, and fresh toppings seal the deal. The fries are fresh-cut and sprinkled with sea salt, and that just never, ever gets old.” 3009 S. University Dr
Twisted Root Burger Co – “The beef patties—or buffalo, elk, and other game in season—are thick, the sweet-potato chips are fresh, and the spicy pickles are homemade, along with the root beer, ice cream, and chipotle ketchup.” Roanoke, 101 South Oak Street (also in Dallas: Deep Ellum and Richardson)
Love Shack– “Only in Texas would anyone grind together tenderloin and brisket, but the blend yields such an excellent ratio of fat to lean that it will gladden your taste buds. The whole barnyard participates in this mouth-pleaser: It not only comes with crispy applewood-smoked bacon but also a fried quail egg clinging to the patty. The tangy, house-made Love Sauce fuses the whole thing into a glorious mess you won’t soon forget.” FW Stockyards, 110 E. Exchange Ave, 2nd Location just opened at 817 Matisse)
Snuffer’s– “The laid-back Greenville Avenue restaurant original opened in 1978; since then more locations have sprouted… But what remains the same is the quality of that big, mouth-watering burger, particularly the cheesy-tangy Green Chile Swiss burger piled high with crisp shredded lettuce and fat tomato slices. And while it’s tough to beat the great fries, you’d be crazy not to order the cheddar fries at a place that’s bold enough to claim it invented them.” Southlake Center, next to the Harkins Movie Theatre ( plus 7 other locations in DFW).
Fred’s Texas Café – “The Diablo Burger is Half a pound of ground beef, grilled and topped with taste bud–searing chipotles, heaped with Swiss cheese, and crowned with onion, pickles, tomato, lettuce, and mustard. The spicy elements play off perfectly against the cool and leafy ones; melted cheese provides the glue that holds it all together. Note: Don’t even think about wedging yourself into this popular, boisterous cafe and bar at rush hour.” 915 Currie Rd

If you are in the Dallas area, try these ranked spots:

The Grape – The Classic Cheeseburger
The Porch – The Stodg
Cliff Cafe – Brie And Granny Smith Burger (I may just have to trek to Dallas to try this swanky burger. Brie makes everything better!)
Jakes – #1 Jakes Special
Twisted Root (listed above)
Snuffer’s (listed above)

The Frugal Hamburger:
Enjoy this perfect Outdoor weather with DIY Grilling

Most of these hamburger spots are not exactly what I would qualify as “frugal” venues. To take a more cost-concious route, use these top ranked burgers to inspire your own grilled masterpiece at home and then use these directions for grilling the perfect hamburger (click here). These no-detail-left-uncovered instructions for the hamburger pièce de résistance come from the cookbook, Mastering the Grill: The Owner’s Manual for Outdoor Cooking.

Have another favorite hamburger spot in Fort Worth? Do tell us about it in the comments section. We would love to know!

Bon Appetite, Y’all!

Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (Oct. 2-4) ~ Texas State Fair, Miniature Horses, and More!

Posted on October 2, 2009 | Leave a comment

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

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Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Enjoy a day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair – Week #2
Plan ahead and you can save on admission, too!

This is the 2nd weekend of the month-long Texas State Fair in Dallas. Be sure to check out our post from last week for a comprehensive savings guide to the fair (click here), which includes some helpful info, as well as a long list of ways to save on admission every day of the week (some days you can even get in FREE!).

The Texas State Fair runs now through October 18 and covers just about every area of interest. This weekend’s line up runs the gamut from Lebanese Folk dancers to Celebrity Chef cooking shows, to the Pirates of the Caribbean Diving Show. There is something for everyone! There are literally hundreds of music performances throughout the month. Joey + Rory will be performing tonight (10/2, 8:30pm), the Casey Donahew Band will be performing Saturday night (10/3, 5:30pm), with Little Big Town closing (10/3, 8:30pm). Check out the line up of concerts here and the full schedule of events here.

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Abraham Lincoln, 200th Birthday Travelling Exhibit
LAST WEEKEND!

Sunday is the last day of the premier exhibit of “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the collection.

Guests who visit this exhibit will be among the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection.

What: For more details, go to fortworthlibrary.org
When: Ongoing Exhibit, Through October 4 during normal library hours
Where: 500 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX
How Much: FREE and open to the public (FREE downtown parking, too).

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #3

American Miniature Horse Association World Championship Show

Horses, Miniature

Attend the American Miniature Horse Association’s World Championship Show, and get a “small” :) taste of Fort Worth’s Western Heritage.

What: For more details, go to www.amha.org
Or for the show program, click here.
When: Now through October 4, Judging events begin at 8:00am each day.
Where: Will Rogers Memorial Center – John Justin Arena, Fort Worth
How Much: FREE and open to the public

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #4

Lake Worth Fall Family Bash

Fort Worth Nature Center Hay Ride

Take a short trek out to the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge at Lake Worth for Saturday’s Fall Festival for the Family. Enjoy hay rides, bison feeding, canoe tours, vendors, festival, guided hikes & storytelling. Live Music will be performed by the Skip Pullig Band.

What: For more details, go to www.fwnc.org
When: October 3, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge ~ 9601 Fossil Ridge Road
How Much: $4 (adults), $3 (3-17 years old), FREE (under 3) – Some Activities like canoe rentals are extra.

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Frugal Travel Alert: FREE DAY AT DISNEY!

Posted on September 30, 2009 | Leave a comment

Give a Day. Get a Disney Day.

I love this! Hands On Volunteer Network and Disney Parks are partnering to recognize community volunteers by giving them a FREE One-day ticket to a Disney theme park!

If you are not already plugged into regular service for your community, this is a great way to start. You and your family will be blessed beyond the one-day ticket to Disney, I promise!

How does it work?
BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2010, when you sign up to volunteer a day of service with a participating organization, you’ll get one day admission to a Walt Disney World Resort® in Lake Buena Vista, Florida or Disneyland Resort® in Anaheim, California theme park, FREE!

3 Steps to qualify for your ticket:

Search and sign up for a volunteer opportunity from a participating organization (beginning January 1, 2010, sign up here).
Complete your service for the volunteer opportunity you selected.
Celebrate :) Once your service is verified, receive a voucher to redeem your Disney theme park ticket!

Where do I get more details and sign up?
Go to www.disneyparks.com, follow the links to search for volunteer opportunities made available through Hands On Volunteer Network, and sign up for a day of volunteer service (beginning January 1). Many of the opportunities will be projects that entire families can participate in together! As the nation’s largest volunteer network, you’ll have lots of service choices through the Hands On Network which connects volunteers to more than 70,000 nonprofit agencies across the country.

Though the offer from Disney doesn’t begin until January 201o, you don’t have to wait until then to serve. There are service needs all around you…check with your local food pantry, church, Meals on Wheels, etc. There are plenty of ways to get plugged in!

Enjoy! :)

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Frugal “Perks”: Get a FREE Cup of Coffee at Dunn Brothers, Today Only (Sept. 29)

Posted on September 29, 2009 | Leave a comment

Celebrate National Coffee Day at Dunn Brothers!

Today (Tuesday, September 29) is National Coffee Day and Dunn Bros. Coffee is celebrating by sharing a FREE cup of coffee with their guests! Just print out the coupon (click here) and take it to any Dunn Brothers today to get a FREE 12 oz. brewed coffee.

Offer is good only today, all day, so be sure and forward this offer to your friends!

Want to find a Dunn Bros near you? Go here to find the closest location.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 25-27 Edition) ~ Texas State Fair, Fort Worth Day in the District and More!

Posted on September 25, 2009 | 1 comment

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

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In honor of the grand opening of the Texas State Fair this weekend, I’m kicking off this weekend’s edition with a “tip of the hat” towards Dallas! We have a gorgeous weekend in store, so go forth and ENJOY! :)

Frugal Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Enjoy a day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair Grand Opening.
Plan ahead and you can save on admission, too!

This weekend kicks off the month-long Texas State Fair entertainment and fried foods extravaganza in Dallas. Be sure to check out our post from earlier this week for a comprehensive savings guide to the fair (click here), which includes some helpful info, as well as a long list of ways to save on admission every day of the week (some days you can even get in FREE!).

The Texas State Fair runs now through October 18 and covers just about every area of interest. From the Nigerian Dwarf Goats Club Show (who knew there was such a club?) to Celebrity Chef cooking shows, to the always fascinating Birds of the World Show, there is something for everyone! Jason Castro will be performing tonight (9/25, 8:30pm) and Edwin McCain will be performing Saturday night (9/26, 8:30pm). Check out the line up of concerts here and the full schedule of events here.

   •  Discount Tickets: (Click here for FREE/discount ticket details)
   •  General Admission: $15
   •  Kids under 48” tall: $11
   •  Seniors 60 and over: $11
   •  Children 2 and under: Free

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Cheap Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Take In A Full Day of FREE Special Events at
Fort Worth’s Day in the District, Saturday Sept. 26
~ 7 Museums & Cultural District Destinations, all FREE!

One of the many things we love most about Fort Worth is that it is a city where culture and heritage thrive side-by-side. Known widely for its legendary western roots, our city embraces the arts and is home to some of the most outstanding museum collections in the world.

Fort Worth’s Day in the District is part of the Smithsonian’s National Museum Day Celebration.

On Saturday, September 26, Fort Worth’s cultural side will shine during its fourth annual Day in the District when 7 top destinations offer FREE admission AND FREE special events/performances all day. Your whole family will enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities and live performances by some of Fort Worth’s favorite arts groups. FREE transportation within the Cultural District will be provided by The Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T), making it easy to enjoy a slice of every venue!

Enjoy the rich cultural experiences that Fort Worth has to offer during this all day event.

More details
What: There are lots of choices on how to spend your time at each venue. You will need to pick and choose from all the great events.  Click here for the full schedule of programs and venue events.
Where:  The 7 participating locations include:
   • Amon Carter Museum
   • Kimbell Art Museum
   •  Fort Worth Botanic Garden
   • National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
   • Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
   • Log Cabin Village
   • Fort Worth Community Arts Center
For location details, go to this link.
When: Saturday, September 26, 2009
How much: FREE ALL DAY

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #3

LAST WEEKEND – Preservation is the
Art of the City Art Show and Sale
Nonprofit Art Gallery Event Supporting
Historic Fort Worth Preservation Efforts

Fort Worth Historic Art Preservation

If you have not made it to “Preservation is the Art of the City,” be sure to take some time to visit this FREE Public Art Show and Sale featuring 49 jury-selected artists (this is the last weekend). Proceeds from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort Worth as well as support local studio artists. To get acquainted with the artists highlighted and the Historic Fort Worth, Inc. organization, click here.

What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Ongoing Show and Display Hours through September 26, 2009:

Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am — 5:00pm
Sundays: Closed

Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #4

LAST WEEK! Abraham Lincoln, 200th Birthday Travelling Exhibit

This is the last week of the premier exhibit of “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the collection.

Guests who visit this exhibit will be among the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection.

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FRUGAL IN FORT WORTH REMINDER: FREE Chick-Fil-A Sandwich Tonight (Thursday)! :)

Posted on September 24, 2009 | Leave a comment

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Reminder: Chick-Fil-A is providing a FREE sandwich to guests tonight at all DFW metroplex locations (sans the Cow costume).

The details: Thursday, Sept. 24, 6pm-7pm ~ FREE Chick-Fil-A sandwich on a whole wheat bun

Enjoy! :)

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Your Savings Guide to the Texas State Fair (a.k.a. It’s Time for Fried Butter & Fletcher’s Corny Dogs)

Posted on September 23, 2009 | Leave a comment

The end of September is almost here and there is a cool breeze in the air. Yes, it is fall in Texas and that means it is time for the annual State Fair (and the “culinary” smells of every artery-clogging food known to mankind wafting through the air)!

Texas State Fair Events Begin This Friday
(Runs September 25-October 18, 2009)
This year’s line up of events is as extensive as ever. Free Concerts (with admission) include: Jason Castro, 38 Special, En Vogue, and 80’s favorite, the Commodores. Even Oprah is going to be at the fair this year (do you think she is going to give away cars to everyone?). There is so much to see and do. Check out the line up of concerts here and the full schedule of events here.

The Grease-O-Meter is Off the Charts this Year!
This year’s fried food extravaganza includes everything from Fried Butter (unbelievable, but true…that is not a typo) to the must-have-if-you-go-to-the-fair, famous Fletcher’s Corny Dog. For a full review on the 2009 fair’s foodfest, read Gourmet Girl’s take, Deep-Fried Butter. Need I Say More?

Lots of Ways to Save
Tickets are normally $15/person. Plan ahead, and you can purchase these at a discount with one of the many ways to save on your tickets below. Thank you to Family E guide for finding all these great deals and putting together this list!

1. Kroger Grocery Store is the official site for advanced ticket purchases. Go here for more details or stop by Kroger’s service desk to purchase these discount tickets:

DART/State Fair Combo Ticket: $16 (value of $19 and only available at Kroger Food Stores). This ticket gets you admission into the Fair AND a convenient round-trip ride via DART’s new Greenline. You’ll be delivered to the front gate of Fair Park ( plus you save on $10 fair parking and gas!). Note, that this is not valid for service on TRE or Fort Worth T which would need to be purchased separately (TRE details here).
Advance General Admission: $13.50 (compared to $15 at gates). Valid for any one-day admission.
Advance Season Pass: $29.95 (not sold at State Fair admission gates). This is a great deal if you are going to make at least 2 visits during the fair. This season pass includes: Unlimited visits for 2009, One free companion ticket, AND One free Cinemark Theater ticket.

2. Opening Day $4 Admission with a Food Donation to the North Texas Food Bank (September 25) – Bring an unopened 20 oz. (or more) Coca-Cola product to the admission gates and enter the State Fair for $4 per donation per person.

3. Tuesdays, Dr Pepper Day: $3 Admission – On Tuesdays, bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the admission gate and enter for $3.

4. After 5pm any day, Dr Pepper Day: $5 Admission – After 5pm, admission is $5 when you bring an empty Dr Pepper can to any State Fair admission gate.

5. Wednesdays, Kroger Day: 3 Cans for $1 Admission – When you bring 3 cans of food (per person) for area food banks, get admission for $1.

6. Thursdays, Coke Day: $4 Admission – Bring an empty 20 oz. bottle of a Coca-Cola product and enter the Fair for $4 admission.

7. Thursdays, Seniors Day: FREE Admission– HealthSpring and Mature Texan Magazine sponsor FREE Thursdays for Senior Citizens 60 years and older.

8. Thursdays, Cinemark: FREE Admission –Get FREE admission on Thursday by showing a Cinemark Theater ticket stub at the admissions gate.

9. Fridays, KISS-FM: 50% Off admission and half-price rides after 5 p.m. on any Friday. – Must present coupon printed from KISS-FM website for admission offer. Half-price ride wristbands will be distributed from KISS booth outside MidwayArch from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Fridays only.

10. Friday, October 16, Dickies: FREE Admission – Wear your Dickies logo clothing item to the staffed tent outside the gate and receive a FREE admission voucher for Friday, October 16 only.

11. Any Day, McDonald’s: $4 off General Admission/FREE Child’s Admission – Stop by McDonald’s to get a State Fair coupon, good for any day of the Fair. Ticket provides $4 off general admission and a FREE child’s ticket (with purchase of general admission). Offer may not be combined with any other offer.

Details, details
What: There is so much to see and do at the state fair, Take a look at the full schedule of events here.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd., Dallas, TX 75210
When: Daily, September 25-October 18, 2009
How much: (See Promotions above to save)

General Admission: $15
Kids under 48” tall: $11
Seniors 60 and over: $11
Children 2 and under: Free

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Frugal Link: 5 Rules for Safe Bargain Hunting Online

Posted on September 21, 2009 | Leave a comment

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Online Safety expert, iLookBothWays, recently posted a really helpful list of 5 Tips for Safe Online Bargain Shopping. These safety tips ring true for all internet exploration, so even if you don’t shop/buy over the internet, be sure and ask yourself if you are actively doing these things in your other internet dealings (and resolve to change your internet habits if you are falling short!)

Below is a quick summary of the 5 tips:

Secure your computer purchase transactions & data with a virus prevention software program (there are several good ones on the market, like Trend Micro Internet Security, McAfee AntiVirus Protection,or Norton Security). If you haven’t updated your Antivirus software recently, you are at risk for a malicious attack (so be sure to get up-to-date…even if you don’t shop online regularly)!
Make sure you have a secure computer connection and that your computer firewall is turned on and up-to-date.
Use “strong” Passwords when a password is created for sites. A strong password is made up of a combination of letters, numbers and symbols (at least 8 characters, more is better).
When searching for sites, make sure that the shopping site is legitimate. Do your research BEFORE giving anyone your credit card or other personal information!
If the merchant is new to you, double check it against review sites like Epinions, BizRate, Better Business Bureau, and The National Fraud Information Center. I would also add a note of caution on auction sites like Ebay, Overstock, etc: While these can be great places to get bargains, always double check the feedback of the seller to ensure that their feedback is overwhelmingly positive (with a long seller history) before purchasing.

If you actively search the internet for the “best” bargains and/or shop online (even if on occasion), please take a moment to read the full post here.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 18-20 Edition) ~ Choices, Choices!

Posted on September 18, 2009 | 2 comments

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

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Are you ENJOYING this weather as much as me?!?! Our friends at the Weather Channel tell us we should have beautiful fall weather in store for us this weekend, so be sure to include something fun to do outside!

FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Enjoy a Walking Tour of the Cultural District,
Downtown, or Stockyards Area.

FW Cultural District Walking Map

The Fort Worth Visitors Bureau has published a clever collection of illustrated “points of interest” city maps, making it simple to customize your own self-guided walking or driving tour. For instance, the Cultural District’s map points out the district’s many museum locations, the Fort Worth Botanical Gardens…even outdoor sculptures are easy to find. Map choices include:

DFW Area Map
Cultural District Walking Map
Downtown Walking Map
Stockyards District Walking Map

Click here to get to the FREE downloadable maps.

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Preservation is the Art of the City Art Show and Sale
Nonprofit Art Gallery Event Supporting
Historic Fort Worth Preservation Efforts

Fort Worth Historic Art Preservation

If you did not make it to “Preservation is the Art of the City” for the Gallery night opening last weekend, be sure to take some time to visit this FREE Public Art Show and Sale featuring 49 jury-selected artists (extends through next week). Proceeds from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort Worth as well as support local studio artists. To get acquainted with the artists highlighted and the Historic Fort Worth, Inc. organization, click here.

What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Ongoing Show and Display Hours through September 26, 2009:

      Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
      Saturdays: 10:00am — 5:00pm
      Sundays: Closed

Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy

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FREE Weekend Entertainment Option #3

Abraham Lincoln, 200th Birthday Travelling Exhibit

This week, the FW Public Library Foundation is premiering “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the collection.

Guests who visit this exhibit will be among the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection.

What: For more details, go to fortworthlibrary.org
When:  Ongoing Exhibit, Through October 4 during normal library hours
Where:  500 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX
Cost:  FREE and open to the public (FREE downtown parking, too).

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Frugal Deal Alert: American Girl Video DVDs for $5 Each (75% OFF) ~ Books, BUY 3 GET 4th FREE

Posted on September 15, 2009 | Leave a comment

I love the American Girl line (great toy concept, attention to detail/quality…not to mention my niece loves this line!).

A year ago, we took my niece to the AG store and soda shop in Dallas (what a treat, and what an amazing store!). I think I was as wide-eyed as my niece…two floors full of dolls and all the accessories to match for any occasion. Their product team has thought of everything it seems (yet they keep coming out with more)!

I just discovered THREE GREAT SALES (limited time) for American Girl. These are such GREAT deals (and rare to find this many AG items on sale)! This is a good time for some early Birthday/Christmas shopping for that special little girl on your list! The discoveries:

Sale #1: Up to 50% OFF American Girl BOOKS & DOLLS, at Amazon.com (Over 500 American Girl products on Sale)! Check it out here. Not only that, but…

Sale #2: Amazon is also running a BUY 3 GET THE 4TH FREE American Girl Book Sale on a select group of books. Go here for the sale.

Sale #3: And last but not least: The American Girl Store has DVD Videos on Sale for $5/each (ends Sept. 30)! Click here for the link.

DVD Titles on sale include:

Kit Kittredge: An American Girl DVD & Book
Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front
Felicity: An American Girl Adventure DVD
Samantha: An American Girl Holiday DVD

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 11-13 Edition) ~ It’s Going to Be Hard to Choose!

Posted on September 11, 2009 | 1 comment

ABOUT FRUGAL FUN IN FORT WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Each Friday, we post ideas for free (or almost free) weekend entertainment for you and your family. Here are this weekend’s tips…

Special Note: Many of this weekend’s “Frugal & Fun” events branch off of Fort Worth’s annual “Fall Gallery Night.” The next couple of days are PACKED with great selections (most free) at a wide range of favorite Fort Worth venues.

A few of this weekend’s highlights:

Jazz by the Boulevard ~ Live Jazz all weekend. Blind Boys of Alabama, George Clinton, and Chris Botti headling.
Premier of the Abraham Lincoln Collection & traveling exhibit ~ Opens to the tunes of an 18-member brass band playing era music on period musical instruments.
Gallery Night ~ Almost 50 participating locations (galleries, museums, restaurants, etc.) this year!
ZestFest Food Fest~ Celebrating all things Chile Pepper including food tastings, chef demos and more hot stuff. Aayyy-eeee!
Art in the Garden ~ Art + The FW Botanic Garden = Beautiful!
Preservation is the Art of the City ~ A fun Gallery Night event supporting historic preservation in Fort Worth.
Diez y Seis Celebration! Live Conjunto music, folkórico dancing, food and more.

Choices, Choices…there is a fun weekend in store! Read on for additional scoop on these events.

Free Weekend Entertainment Option #1

Fort Worth’s Fall Gallery Night

Ft. Worth’s Gallery Night is an “Open House” FREE event, across almost 50 venues, all celebrating the visual arts and the community’s cultural richness in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Participating art venues include all types, from the legendary Fort Worth galleries of the west side to the chic showrooms of the trendy, up and coming south side.

Take a stroll through participating galleries, museums, retail businesses, and area restaurants, and mingle with the many artists featured during this community event. Many locations are hosting live music and light h’ors d’oeuvres. Hosted by the Fort Worth Art Dealer’s Association (FWADA).

When: Saturday, September 12, 2009, 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
What and Where: Download the program and map here to get more info on all 49 participating locations.
More Info: Most Events are FREE. Visit fwada.org.

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #2

Art in the Garden, Fort Worth Botanic Garden Art Show and Sale

Botanic Gardens

Enjoy the beauty of the FW Botanic Gardens while taking in works from regional artists at Art in the Garden. This Annual Art Show and Sale is held in conjunction with Fall Gallery Night, 2009. Art will be displayed in the Deborah Beggs Moncrief Garden Center close to the main entrance to the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens.

When: September 11- 13, 2009

      Friday, September 11, 2009 : 8 a.m. – 10.pm.
      Saturday, September 12, 2009 : 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
    Sunday, September 13, 2009 : 1:00pm — 7:00pm

Where:  Floral Clock entrance on University Drive, just north of I-30.
For directions to the gardens and other details, click here.

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #3

Jazz By The Boulevard

With two stages of continuous jazz music serving up national headliners such as Chris Botti, The Blind Boys of Alabama and George Clinton, this year’s lineup is sure to please even the most discriminating jazz fan. Also featuring a Cooking Carnivalè pavilion with chef-taught seminars and samplings by top area chefs. A juried art show and activities for kids complete the event!

What: For performance schedule, visit fortworthjazz.com.
When: September 11- 13, 2009

      Friday, September 11, 2009 : 5:00pm — 11:00pm
      Saturday, September 12, 2009 : 12:00pm — 11:00pm
      Sunday, September 13, 2009 : 2:00pm — 8:00pm

Where: Nestled on the tree-lined lawn of the Will Rogers Memorial Center at 3401 West Lancaster
Cost: $5 per person, per day for general festival admission & lawn seating — FREE for children 12 & under!

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #4

ZestFest 2009 by Chile Pepper Magazine

Combine this extravaganza with the Jazz festival (both at Will Rogers this weekend) and take in more of Fort Worth! ZestFest 2009 is the ultimate event for bold and flavorful food enthusiasts. Hosted by Chile Pepper Magazine, ZestFest will be packed with cooking demos by celebrity chefs, live music, interactive contests and thousands of bold food samples. Bring on the heat!

What: For the full schedule, check out zestfest2009.com
When: September 11- 13, 2009

      Friday, September 11, 2009 : 3:00pm — 7:00pm
      Saturday, September 12, 2009 : 10:00am — 6:00pm
      Sunday, September 13, 2009 : 10:00am — 4:00pm

Where: Will Rogers Memorial Center 3401 W Lancaster. Directions are here.

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #5

Preservation is the Art of the City

Fort Worth Historic Art Preservation

“Preservation is the Art of the City” is a FREE Public Art Show and Sale featuring 49 jury-selected artists. This non-profit gallery promotes and supports local studio artists as well as historic preservation in Fort Worth. To get acquainted with the artists highlighted or the Historic Fort Worth, Inc. organization, click here.

What: For the full schedule, go to www.historicfortworth.org
When: Open for Gallery Night festivities, September 12, 5:00- 9:00 p.m.

Ongoing Show and Display Hours through September 26, 2009:

      Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
      Saturdays: 10:00am — 5:00pm
      Sundays: Closed

Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #6

Gallery Night at the Downtown Library
& Grand Opening Abraham Lincoln Travelling Exhibit

The FW Public Library Foundation brings a new perspective to Gallery Night by making it the grand opening of “Abraham Lincoln: A Man of His Time, a Man for All Times,” a national traveling exhibit that examines Abraham Lincoln’s life, accomplishments, and legacy. The Downtown, Central Library is the ONLY STOP in Texas for the exciting collection.

Guests during Gallery Night will be the first to view the Abraham Lincoln Collection from the Dow Foundation as well as The Pate Lincoln Collection. Gallery night will also feature the Frontier Brigade Band, an 18-member band that celebrates the Mid-Nineteenth Century American Brass Band Movement by utilizing period musical instruments and sporting authentic period dress. Refreshments will be served throughout the evening.

What: For more details, go to fortworthlibrary.org
When:     Gallery Night Event, Saturday September 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
      Ongoing Exhibit, September 12 to October 4 during normal library hours
Where:  500 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX
Cost:  FREE and open to the public (FREE downtown parking, too).

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Free Weekend Entertainment Option #7

Diez y Seis Celebration!
Honor Mexico’s Independence Day with live Conjunto/Norteño music, folkórico dancing, face painting & local artisans selling their work along with local Northside restaurants. Fun for the entire family!

What: For more details, go to rosemarinetheater.com
When: September 12, 2009, 7:30PM
Where: Rose Marine Theater 1440 N. Main St.
Cost: FREE

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