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Half Price Bookstore 50% OFF (and More) Printable Coupons

Posted on November 7, 2011 | Leave a comment

I have two favorite spots for getting bargain books, Amazon.com for their great daily discounts & seemingly unending selection and Half Price Books for their basement prices and never-ending treasure hunt for books!

If you are like me and have an ongoing “wish list” of book titles you’d like to read, you just might want to use these printable coupons from Half Price Books (good November 7-13).

The coupons offer up to 50% OFF extra savings and change daily:

40% OFF one single item – November 7-8
30% OFF one single item – November 9-10
20% OFF one single item – November 11-12
50% OFF one single item – November 13

Details, details
What: Click here to print your weeks worth of Half Price Books coupons. Limit one coupon per customer per visit.
When: Coupon discounts are different each day and are
valid November 7-13.
Where: Find a Half Price Books Store near you, here.

Special Savings Tip For Teachers, Educators, and Librarians:
Did you know that teachers, librarians, and other educators can get a year-round 10% discount on everything at Half Price Books? Just fill out an Educator Discount application form at any Half Price Books store or apply online. Click here for more info (found under the Educators Discount link).

Please be sure to pass this along to any teachers you know who might benefit from the extra savings.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events: October 28-30 Cheap & FREE Entertainment Roundup

Posted on October 28, 2011 | 1 comment

ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. 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 the weekly Fort Worth 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 Trick or Treat and Fall Festival Family Events
Fort Worth’s 20th Anniversary Boo at the Zoo Event
FREE Family Festival at the Kimbell Art Museum
FREE The Indian in the Cupboard Family Movie
FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams Sonoma

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It’s that time of year ~ crisp air, pumpkins decorating front porches, kids dressed up as their favorite characters, and enough candy to keep every dentist in business! I do love the sights, sounds and tastes of fall.

:: Lots of FREE Trick or Treat and Fall Festival Community Events

Are you looking for a fun and safe way to celebrate the weekend’s fall festivities
with your family? Lots of churches, schools, and businesses in the community
have put together fun festivals with safe places to trick or treat and play games.

There are an abundance of choices, but here are a few FREE suggestions for alternatives to traditional Halloween trick-or-treating to get you started:

• Bass Pro Shops Charlie Brown Pumpkin Event, Friday to Monday
Grapevine Location (2501 Bass Pro Drive) • October 28-31
This weekend event includes trick or treating throughout the store, kid’s costume parade, crafts, marshmallow roasting, dutch oven apple cobbler, and more. Get more details and a daily event schedule here.

• Central Market Stores Fall Carnival ~ Saturday
Fort Worth Location (4651 West Freeway) • October 29, 2:30-5:00 p.m.
Start out at the main entrance to Central Market, grab a map, then wind your way through the store, stopping at each Scavenger Hunt station to get a treat! Once you have scavenged all there is to hunt, make your way out to the patio for games, cookie decorating, cake walk and a costume parade. They’ll have prizes galore and tons of fun for the kids! More details here.

• Treat Street in the Fort Worth Stockyards ~ Monday
Fort Worth Stockyards Station • October 31, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Join Historic Fort Worth’s Stockyards Station and RADIO DISNEY for a safe,
family friendly family party that’s FREE and FUN! Event includes trick
or treating at Stockyards Station shops, FREE hay rides, costume contest,
pumpkin decorating, games, prizes and more. More details here.

• Trunk or Treat at the Met Church ~ Sunday
Met Church in Ft. Worth, 11301 Old Denton Rd • October 30, 3-4:30 p.m.
Bring your whole family for a great time! Trick-or-Treat while enjoying bounce houses, a variety of carnival games and fun family activities. There will be lots of candy, prizes and safe fun for everyone. More details here.

• Other local carnivals and festivals (lots of family friendly choices)
Click here for a terrific line-up of more family safe, harvest and fall festivals put on by churches, businesses and schools throughout Fort Worth and surrounding areas. Thanks to radio station KLTY 94.9 for putting together this lengthy and helpful list.

:: 20th Anniversary Fort Worth Boo at the Zoo Event
Friday to Sunday ~ October 28-30

Boo at the Zoo is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year! This fun family event will feature events, games, trick-or-treating, and the most popular attraction: Zoo animals! Daytime event hours will make the entire Zoo open to Boo at the Zoo guests, allowing keepers to incorporate themed activities into the animal exhibits throughout the entire park. Children are invited to wear their favorite costumes.

Details, details
What: For more details about Boo in the Zoo, click here.
Where: 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth. For directions, go here.
When: October 28-30, 2011 ~ Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Boo at the Zoo is $3, after paying zoo admission. Regular zoo
admission prices: $12 for adults, $9 for children ages 3-12, $9 for seniors ages 65 and up, and free for toddlers 2 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the Zoo ticket window. Plan ahead and get Fort Worth Zoo discount tickets at Albertson or Keller Parks & Recreation.

:: FREE! Family Festival: On Stage with Caravaggio at the Kimbell
Saturday, October 29, 2011

Enjoy an afternoon of free family fun for all ages at the Kimbell Art Museum on Saturday. This event will feature creative art-making activities, historic-dress stations, scheduled family tours, a musical instrument “petting zoo” and musical performances by Texas Camerata. No reservations necessary. Admission to the special exhibition Caravaggio and His Followers in Rome 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, October 29, 2011, 1:00 – 4:00PM
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE! The Indian in the Cupboard Family Movie Showing
…Sunday, October 30, 2011

Join the Fort Worth Central Library and other families for a free showing
of the film The Indian in the Cupboard on Sunday, October 30. Plus, kids who dress up as their favorite story book character will receive a free book!

About the movie: Based on the beloved children’s novel by Lynne Reid Banks, this is the story of Omri, who for his 9th birthday receives a cupboard and a plastic toy Indian. When he discovers that he can magically bring the toy to life, the adventures begin. Rated PG; 96 minutes.

Details, details
What: For more information, go here.
When: Sunday, October 30, 2011 ~ 2:00PM
Where: In the Discovery Theater of the Fort Worth Central Library.
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, no ticket required.

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, October 30, 2011

Learn a new cooking technique!
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, this is a great time to polish up on your cooking skills! During this free class, Williams-Sonoma will teach you how to prepare a delicious, flaky pie crust that’s perfect to make in advance and freeze for the big day. They’ll share some of their favorite seasonal pie recipes to inspire new ideas for your holiday table. Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, October 30 ~ 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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Dillard’s Handbag & Watch Trade-in Event Starts Today ~ Save up to 30% OFF!

Posted on October 25, 2011 | 1 comment

Dillard’s once a year handbag trade-in event starts today! When you trade in your clean, gently used handbag (can be any brand), Dillard’s will give you a bonus of $15 to $50 towards the purchase of any regular priced handbag or wallet. No brand is excluded from this sale (it even includes Coach, Dooney & Bourke, Michael Kors, Brahmin ~ as long as the purchase is over $50!). Plus, you’ll be helping a local charity as your old handbag will be donated to help someone in need (love that!). Here’s how it works:

Purchase any regularly priced handbag of $50-$75 and
receive a $15 bonus discount with trade-in.
Purchase any regularly priced handbag of $76-$125 and
receive a $25 bonus discount with trade-in.
Purchase any regularly priced handbag of $126-$199 and
receive a $40 bonus discount with trade-in.
Purchase any regularly priced handbag of $200 or more and
receive a $50 bonus discount with trade-in.

Similarly, Dillard’s is also running a watch-trade in program that works the same way. Go here to learn more.

Details, details
What:  Learn more details about Dillard’s handbag and watch trade-in event here.
When:  Now through Sunday, during normal store hours.
Where:  Find a Dillard’s department store near you here.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events: October 21-23 Cheap & FREE Entertainment Roundup

Posted on October 21, 2011 | Leave a comment

ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. 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 weekend 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 Fort Worth Alliance Air Show ~ Featuring the Thunderbirds
FREE Sunset Concert in the Park ~ Grapevine
FREE Harvest Moon Festival ~ Granbury
FREE Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering Events ~ FW Stockyards
BEAUTIFUL Ft. Worth Botanic’s Japanese Gardens Fall Festival
FUN! Texas State Fair ~ Last Weekend
FREE Entertaining with Style Class ~ Pottery Barn

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:: FREE Fort Worth Alliance Air Show, Featuring the Thunderbirds
…October 22 & 23, 2011

The US Air Force Thunderbirds are coming to North Texas! Bring the family to Alliance Airport for a full-day of daring aerobatic maneuvers, static displays (including Warbirds, helicopters and jets), simulators, Radio Disney, children’s activities, food and more.

Details, details
What: For more details about the air show and the performers, click here.
Where: 2221 Alliance Boulevard, Fort Worth. For directions, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, October 22-23, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Performances take place between 10:00 AM – 4:00PM.
Cost: Admission is FREE. Parking is $20 per vehicle.

:: FREE Sunset Concert at the Grapevine Botanical Gardens
Saturday, October 22, 2011

Enjoy a relaxing evening of music entertainment by Moving Colors, one of the areas’ most popular cover bands. You’ll be surrounded by the beautiful Botanical Gardens in Grapevine. Bring a blanket or chair and your own refreshments (no pets, glass or alcohol). Fun children’s gardening activities will also be available at the Ed & Edith Pewitt Educational Pavilion.

Details, Details
What: Find out more information from Grapevine Parks and
Recreation, here.
When: Saturday, October 22, 2011 ~ 7:00PM
Where: Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park, 411 Ball Street.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE! 23rd Annual Harvest Moon Family Festival in Granbury
Saturday and Sunday, October 22-23, 2011

Enjoy fall festivities at this year’s 23rd annual Harvest Moon Festival in Granbury’s historic town square. Highlights include contests galore (costume contest, pumpkin pie and hot dog eating contests, cooking with pumpkins contest, pumpkin and scarecrow decorating contests), two entertaining parades, live music, great food, and much more. With changing leaves and crisp cool air, it’s the perfect time for families to come experience the harvest season!

Details, details
What: Sponsored by the Historic Granbury Merchants Association and the City of Granbury. For more information, click here.
When: October 22-23. Festivities will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday
Where: Granbury Town Square, on the corner of Pearl and Crockett streets
Cost: FREE!

:: Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering & Western Festival
Friday to Sunday, October 21-23, 2011

Join the Red Steagall Cowboy gathering in the Fort Worth Stockyards to celebrate the 21st year of this première celebration of the West. Weekend activities include chuck wagon camp and competition, horsemanship clinics, cowboy music, Cutting Horse Association Rodeo Finals, fiddle contest, cowboy church, and lots more! Voted Best Gathering and Best Family Event by the readers of American Cowboy Magazine.

Details, Details
What: Get more event info here. Visit the Red Steagall website, here.
When: Friday to Sunday, October 21-23. Get the full schedule, here.
Where: Fort Worth Stockyards. Find a map & directions here.
Cost: Most outdoor street events on the schedule are FREE to the public.
To get access to indoor events (like the rodeo), get tickets here (children
under 12 are FREE to everything except the Saturday night Rodeo).

:: Fall Festival at The Fort Worth Botanic’s, Japanese Gardens
Saturday and Sunday, October 22-23, 2011

The Fort Worth Botanic’s Japanese Garden, voted as one of the most
beautiful places in Fort Worth by the Star Telegram’s readers poll,
is celebrating their annual Fall Festival this weekend! Feast your eyes on
this beautiful garden while you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese
dance, music, demonstrations, papermaking, and tea ceremonies.

Details, details
What: For more information about the festival, click here.
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard.
All festival parking will be in the Linden Street lot click here.
For directions to the gardens and other details, click here.
When: October 22-23, Sat: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun: 11:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cost: Adults $5.00, Children (4-12yrs.) $3.00, under 4 free.

:: Enjoy a Day in Dallas at the Texas State Fair ~ LAST Weekend!
Now through October 23, 2011

This is the last weekend of the month-long State Fair of Texas in Dallas which runs now through Sunday, October 23. There are literally hundreds of entertainment choices and music performances ~ something for everyone!

Details, details
What: There is so much to see and do at the fair. Check out the main stage
line up of concerts here and the daily schedule of events here
which change daily.
Where: Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Blvd ~ Dallas, TX
When: Daily, Now through October 23, 2011
Cost: Read the comments section of this recent post to learn tips from our fabulous reader, David Pugh who shares how to get FREE & discount admission.

:: Learn New Entertaining Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Class
October 23, 2011

Get new ideas for entertaining for the holidays!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips
for entertaining with style. This week’s class covers all the basics of holiday
entertaining ~ from Thanksgiving dinner to a casual buffet for a party.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Sunday, October 23 ~ Times vary by store, so be sure to call.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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Mortgage Rates Hit A Record Low! Is Refinancing Your Home a Wise Option?

Posted on October 20, 2011 | Leave a comment

Mortgage Rates Fall to Record Lows.

Average mortgage interest rates just hit another historic low, and if you are a homeowner, this is a really good time to explore refinancing. And I do mean “explore.”

Just because rates have dropped doesn’t necessarily mean that it is wise for everyone to refinance immediately. Refinancing involves applying for a new loan which will be used to pay off the old loan. Remember that mile-high stack of mortgage paper work? You’ll have to go through that process all over again, (but the extra effort could really be worth it in savings).

Is Refinancing Your Home Right For You?

There are lots of good reasons to refinance your mortgage including a lower interest rate, a shortened mortgage term so you can build equity and get out of debt faster, lower monthly payments, or switching from an adjustable rate to a fixed-rate mortgage.

Before you invest too much time in the refinance process, make sure you can say “yes” to the following 2 questions (the basic refinance rules of thumb):

Is the new refinance interest rate at least 1 percent lower than your existing mortgage interest rate?
Do I plan to own my home until I break even on the refinance costs?

If you answered “no” to either of these questions, it might not make sense for you to refinance at this time, as loan costs could exceed any potential interest savings. Keep reading, if you said “yes” to both questions or if you don’t know the answer (we’ll help you figure that out below).

6 Easy Steps To Determine If A Refinance Will Save You Money

If you can say yes to the above questions, you still have a little loan shopping and comparison homework to do in order to decide whether a refinance is a wise option.

Find out if your current mortgage has prepayment penalties. Although it is uncommon, some mortgages do charge a prepayment penalty. If this is true of your mortgage, determine how much you will be charged if you pay off your mortgage early.
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Shop for the best refinance deal. We recommend that you only look at fixed interest loan rates (go here to learn more) from reputable loan providers. Also compare your total closing costs and refinance fees among potential lenders, costs like: points, survey fees, appraisal fees, attorney fees, mortgage prepayment penalties and more (read the list of potential fees here). Ask each lender to give a complete list and total cost of fees in writing so that you can make a fair comparison.
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Learn what the new monthly mortgage payment will be. Each bank or mortgage company should give you, in writing, the new interest rate and monthly mortgage payment, based on at least two options:
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Add the closing costs and refinance fees to the remaining balance of the home (this is called “rolling costs into the mortgage”), AND
Pay the refinancing fees and closing costs out-of-pocket and in cash. If you can swing it, this is typically the better financial option, providing a higher amount of long-term savings.
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Compare the offers and their potential savings. Use the refinance calculator (here) to compare the interest savings and refinance costs for each lender option and figure out which gives you the most favorable overall cost savings. If you’ll have a prepayment penalty on your current mortgage (Step #1, above), determine what the penalty would be if you refinance, and add that amount to your closing costs when you make your comparisons.
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Calculate your break-even point. For each loan scenario, write down the number of “months for interest savings to offset closing costs” (9th box down in the refinance calculator). This is also known as your break-even point.
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Analyze your break-even point. Estimate the number of months you expect to own your home and compare it to the break-even points calculated in steps #4 & #5 of each loan scenario. If the expected number of months that you’ll own your home is greater than the break-even point number of months, then refinancing will likely offer you long-term cost savings.

An important side note & warning on taking cash out: You might figure out that this is the right time for you to refinance. Depending on the amount of equity you have already invested in your home, your loan provider might give you the option to get cash back and take out a bigger loan. While this might be tempting, we strongly recommend that you avoid this option if possible. It will likely cost you more money in the long run, could wipe out any potential savings you make from the refinance, and might extend the amount of time until you can be debt and mortgage free. This option benefits the lender (who makes more money off the larger loan), not you. Just say “no” to this option!!

Are you planning to refinance your home? Do you have any words of wisdom you can share from your home refinance experience? We’d love to hear about it (please leave a note in the comments section)!

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55% OFF Solid Wood Art Signs at One Kings Lane

Posted on October 11, 2011 | Leave a comment

These signs made me smile ~ so, I just had to share! One Kings Lane is featuring a trendy collection of solid wood wall signs from Arte House at 40-55% OFF retail. There are lots of styles and even a fun collection for dog lovers. I should mention that you won’t want to wait on this one, as these will only be available through tomorrow morning (Wednesday, October 12).

Not familiar with One Kings Lane?

One Kings Lane is a by-invitation-only daily deals home decor site that has been featured for their amazing bargains on Bravo’s Million Dollar Decorators, People Magazine, Good Housekeeping and more.

I’ve recently discovered the exact same lamps sold at Anthropologie and Neiman Marcus for over 50% OFF through OKL, Cuisinart kitchen appliances for 40% OFF Macy’s prices, and Melissa & Doug educational toys for kids at really great discounts. Their sales change daily, so it’s a fun place for bargain hunters looking for great quality for their home.

Membership to One Kings Lane is FREE, but you have to be invited to join (and you are officially invited by Frugal in Fort Worth!). Pop over to their website here to join.

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Extra 20% OFF One Kings Lane Home Furnishings Online Discount Site ~ Promo Code

Posted on October 4, 2011 | Leave a comment

One Kings Lane has launched a savings offer of 20% OFF their trendy home accessories site, for first-time shoppers. Enter promo code FALL2011 to get the extra 20% OFF savings towards their already discounted (upwards of 70% OFF!) gorgeous home furnishings, accessories, kitchen ware, kids toys and more. The promo code is valid until Friday, October 7, 2011 for first time shoppers.

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Great Smashburger Deal: Buy One Get One FREE!

Posted on October 3, 2011 | Leave a comment

Drop by Smashburger in Fort Worth through October 16, with the coupon you’ll find here, to get a FREE entree with the purchase of a Windy City Smashburger. The Windy City Smashburger sounds delicious ~ described as a made-to-order angus beef burger, layers of melted cheddar cheese, haystack onions, & Gulden’s mustard on a pretzel roll.

Details, details
How: Print and use the coupon you’ll find here.
When: Now through October 16, 2011
Where: All participating Smashburger locations. Find one near you here.
The Small Print (Only Made Larger): An entree is any smashburger, chicken sandwich or salad. Limit one per person. May not be combined with any other offer. No Cash Value.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events: September 23-25 Cheap & FREE Entertainment Roundup

Posted on September 23, 2011 | Leave a comment

ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FT. 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 weekend 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 Fort Worth Day in the District ~ Get FREE admission to world-class museums & cultural district destinations
FREE Keller Rock the Park ~ A fun & FREE event for the entire family.
FREE Preservation is the Art of the City ~ A terrific gallery of fine art by local artists, supporting Historic Fort Worth.
FREE Williams Sonoma Cooking Technique Class ~ A FREE cooking class demonstrating the use of olive oil.
FREE Pottery Barn Free Decorating Class ~ Learn how to create a beautiful and inviting living room environment.
FREE Woodworking Kids Clinic at Lowe’s ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
FREE American Girl Craft Event at Michael’s ~ A fun “make-it-take-it” craft event for the American Girl fan in your family.

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:: FREE ~ 9 Fort Worth Museums & Cultural District Destinations
…Saturday, September 24, 2011

This Saturday, Fort Worth’s cultural side will shine during its 6th annual
Day in the District. 9 museum and cultural district destinations offer FREE admission AND FREE family friendly performances, activities, and other
special events all day. Participating destinations include:

Details, details
What: Read our post from earlier in the week for more information, here
or go to the Day in the District website here. There are lots of choices on how to spend your time at each venue.
Where: For a map and location details, go here.
When: Saturday, September 24, 2011 ~ Click here for the complete schedule of special programs and venue events.
Cost: FREE at all locations!

:: Keller Rock the Park Outdoor Festival
…Saturday, September 24, 2011

The City of Keller is hosting a fun family friendly celebration this Saturday at Bear Creek Park. There will be plenty of entertainment for all ages including a petting zoo, pony rides, bounce houses, live entertainment, fitness demonstrations and much more. Make sure to bring your blanket or lawn chairs to enjoy your favorite music which includes Grammy-nominee Bowling for Soup, Eddie Coker, and Johnny Cooper.

Details, details
What: For more info, go to the Keller Rock the Park website.
When: Saturday, September 24, 2011 ~ 7:00am — 9:00pm
Where: Keller ~ Bear Creek Park, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway

:: Preservation is the Art of the City
…Through September 24, 2011

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 (this is the last weekend).
Proceeds from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort
Worth as well as support local studio artists.

Details, details
What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Now through September 24, 2011
Monday-Friday, 9:00am — 5:00pm :: Saturday 10:00am — 5:00pm
Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy Street
Cost: FREE to attend

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
…Saturday and Sunday, September 24-25, 2011

Share the wealth of liquid gold—olive oils, that is. Join Williams-Sonoma for this FREE cooking techniques class that will explore why certain extra-virgin oils are truly “extra” special. Learn how to make the most of olive oils, whether you’re using them for cooking, finishing or flavoring foods. You’ll even get to taste a variety of olive oils and learn how just the right oil can elevate your cooking to the next level.

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, September 24-25 ~ 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.

:: Learn New Decor Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
…September 25, 2011

Get new ideas for freshening up your living room!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for designing a relaxing and stylish spot for friends and family to gather.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place September 25, 2011. Times differ by store so be sure to call your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Fire Truck Box
…Saturday, September 24, 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, September 24, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: FREE ~ Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores American Girl Event
Saturday, September 24, 2011

If your child loves American Girl, you won’t want to miss this FREE craft
event! On Saturday morning, all Michael’s Arts and Crafts stores will
feature a fun time for your child to bring her American Girl doll and create a chef’s hat and mini breakfast plate! For ages 3 and up.

This craft event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to
ensure you have craft supplies for your little ones.

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What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, September 24 ~ 10:00AM-12:00PM
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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Kids Eat FREE Today & Tomorrow at Chili’s (September 19 & 20)

Posted on September 19, 2011 | Leave a comment

Bring your kids to Chili’s today or tomorrow to get a FREE Kids’ Meal with an Adult entrée purchase! Print the coupon you’ll find here if you plan to go today (Sept. 19) or print the coupon here if you plan to go tomorrow (Sept. 20).

Plus: Go here to sign up for Chili’s Email Newsletter and they will instantly send you a coupon for a FREE chips & queso.

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FREE Full Size Item From Bath & Body Works!

Posted on August 26, 2011 | Leave a comment

Freebies & Offers From Bath & Body Works:

Get a FREE item up to $13 in value when you spend $10 or more. Go here to get the Bath & Body Works FREE item coupon or use coupon promo code FREE10 when shopping online. Expires August 28, 2011.
Get A FREE Signature Collection Full-Size Item when you spend $10 or more. Go here to get the Bath & Body Works FREE item coupon or use coupon promo code FREESC when shopping online. Expires September 6, 2011.
Get 20% OFF your entire online purchase through September 6, 2011 with coupon promo code PARIS20.

These coupons cannot be combined, so you will need to pull out the ol’ calculator and figure out which gives you the best discount.

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American Airlines, Southwest & More are Cutting Travel Fares ~ As Low as $39 One-Way!

Posted on August 23, 2011 | 2 comments

Great Airfare Deals on Lots of Routes from DFW and Love Field!
If you are looking to travel in the coming months, today is a great day to book! American Airlines and Southwest Airlines just announced they are putting over 1,000 routes on sale through Thursday, August 25. Of course, as usual, airlines like United, Continental and other carriers are expected to get in the price-match competition with identical promotions of their own.

Fares are starting at $39 one-way and rates are valid for travel September 6 through December 14. When comparing airline fares, be sure to add in relevant fees to make sure you are getting the best overall deal (see price comparison tip below).

Note: To get the special pricing, you will need to book by
Thursday, August 25, 2011 for flights through December 14, 2011.

Details, Details
How: Go to American, Southwest, or your other prefered carrier and compare prices for the destination and dates of interest. Seats and availability are limited, so being flexible with your travel dates and times will likely help you find the lowest fares as you comparison shop.
When: Special fares are good for travel through December 14, 2011 with
some black out dates around Thanksgiving time. You must book by Thursday, August 25, 2011 to get the special fare. Book as soon as possible for best travel dates and options.

Price comparison tip: When comparing different carriers, be sure to add in relevant fees when trying to get the lowest overall cost. Airline fees like checked baggage and food can quickly add-up if you aren’t careful! Download the FREE & handy Ultimate Guide to Airline Fees from Smarter Travel which quickly compares the various added fees of most U.S. carriers.

P.S. If you haven’t already taken advantage of the FREE invitation to join SniqueAway, be sure to check them out (read about our personal experience here to learn more!). Combining a cheap 4-5 star Hotel Deal through them with one of the low airline fares could make for a luxurious, but cheap winter vacation get-away!

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LAST DAY REMINDER: FREE $10 Shopping Credit from Rue La La!

Posted on August 23, 2011 | Leave a comment

LAST DAY! Rue La La has a HOT $10 Credit offer When you sign up before August 23!

When you join Rue La La for FREE, you’ll get $10 credited to your account to use towards your first Rue La La order. There are no other strings attached & no spending minimum ( love that!), so you can potentially find something fantastic for FREE or really cheap. The $10 credit is offered only to NEW accounts through today ~ August 23 (credit expires September 18) and should be applied to your new account within a couple of days of signing up.

Go here to sign up for free and get your $10 credit and

Go here to learn more about Rue La La!

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FREE Panda Express Entree ~ Lunch or Dinner!

Posted on August 23, 2011 | Leave a comment

Pop by Panda Express through September 10 and get a FREE entrée when you buy a 2- or 3- entrée plate! Do note that the freebie is a single serving (no sides, etc. are included and it excludes shrimp entrees).

Details, details
What: Print out the coupon you’ll find here and present it to the cashier with your purchase. Click here for more info about Panda Express.
When: The free entrée offer is available through September 10, 2011 during regular store hours.
Where: All participating Panda Express locations. Find one near you here.

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Back to School Monday: Save on Educational Toys From Melissa & Doug (Through Wed. August 24)

Posted on August 22, 2011 | Leave a comment

Did you happen to buy the One Kings Lane Groupon we talked about last month? This is your opportunity to stack up your savings on Melissa and Doug Educational Toys that are nicely discounted for the next couple of days at One Kings Lane. Even if you didn’t get the Groupon, you may want to check out this back-to-school sale toy sale that takes place now through August 24.

Not familiar with One Kings Lane? OKL is a by-invitation-only daily deals site (free to join) that has been featured for their great bargains on Bravo’s Million Dollar Decorators, People Magazine, Good Housekeeping and more. Their sales change daily, so it’s a fun place for bargain shoppers looking for great quality and prices on home decor, housewares, shoes, toys, clothing and more. You do have to be quick, as the sales last 2-3 days and items often sell out quickly. Membership to One Kings Lane is FREE, but you have to be invited to join (and you are officially invited by Frugal in Fort Worth!).

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Being the frugal folks we are: as with all purchases and daily deals, we recommend comparing product prices to other online sellers like Amazon or Google Shopping to make sure you are getting the lowest overall price including shipping and taxes.

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