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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, here (also FREE!).

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This weekend’s highlights include:

•  FREE NASCAR Events ~ Meet Jeff Gordon and other drivers. Experience the energy of the biggest NASCAR weekend in Texas for free!
• 4th Annual Old Town Keller Crawfish Krawl ~ Enjoy Old Town Keller, great live music, and some fantastic Cajun food.
• FREE Woodworking Kids Clinic at Lowe’s ~ Help your kids learn a new woodworking skill.
• FREE Kids Craft Event at Michael’s ~ Have fun trying out Crayola’s newest products or decorating an Easter pail to take home.
• FREE Family Fun Day at the Amon Carter ~ Creative entertainment for the family in a world-class museum!
• Williams Sonoma Cooking Technique Class ~ Get fresh ideas for cooking new dishes at home. This weeks demo highlights how to make different kinds of pasta from scratch.
• FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class ~ Learn how to create a beautiful and inviting living room environment.

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:: Zoom Over to NASCAR Weekend’s FREE Events!
All Weekend, April 8-10, 2011 

Want to take part in NASCAR race weekend events without all the expense (and need for earplugs)? Take in one of the many FREE related events happening around the area including NASCAR driver appearances (including Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart), FREE giveaways and more.

Details, details
What: Go here, to learn more about FREE NASCAR weekend
    events and see an updated list of driver appearances.
When: All weekend, April 8-10 ~ go here for schedule details.
 Where: Locations vary by event, but mainly take place in North
    Fort Worth venues.  Link here for location details.

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:: FREE Admission to Old Town Keller Crawfish Krawl!
    Saturday, April 9th 

Stroll through Historic Old Town Keller at the 4th annual Crawfish Krawl!  Enjoy a day filled with great Cajun food like jambalaya, etoufee and of course, don’t miss the crawfish!  This fun event will include live music, activities for the kids, and more.

Details, details
What: Learn more about the Keller Crawfish Krawl, here.
When: Saturday, April 9, 2011 ~ Noon to 9:00PM
Where: Old Town Keller, Olive and Pecan Streets
Cost: Entrance to this event is FREE.  Food and some activities
are extra.

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Sports Pinball Game
    Saturday, April 9th

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 ensure you have a kit for your little ones.

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

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:: Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores Craft Events
    Saturday, April 9th & Sunday April 1oth

If your child loves to be creative, pop by Michael’s this weekend for a couple of fun craft events. On Saturday, kids will get to try their hand at Crayola’s new Neon Explosion markers.  And on Sunday, they will be able to make their own hand-decorated Easter Pail to keep or give as a gift. For ages 3 and up.  This craft event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to
insure you have craft supplies for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Crayola event is Saturday, April 9 – 10:00AM-1:00PM.  The
Easter Pail event is Sunday, April 10 – 1:00PM – 3:00PM
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE with purchase of wooden frame

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:: Enjoy a FREE Family Fun day at the Amon Carter Museum!
    Sunday, April 10th

Head to the Amon Carter for their free Family Fun day on Sunday afternoon. Kids will get to explore artworks of plants and flowers in the galleries. Your family will be entertained by related fun activities and art projects. Refreshments are provided, and no reservations are required.

Details, details
When: Sunday, April 10, 2011 ~ 1:00 to 4:00PM
Where: Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard.
Get directions and parking details by clicking here.
Cost: Entrance to this event and the Amon Carter’s Museum is
always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
    Sunday, April 10th

Learn How to Make Pasta From Scratch! 
During this technique class, William’s Sonoma will walk you through the basic ingredients and equipment needed for making authentic Italian style pasta.  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: Sunday, April 10, 2011 ~ 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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:: Learn New Decor Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
    Sunday, April 10th

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 now through April 10th. Times & dates
differ by store ~ be sure to call your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!