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Your 2015 State Fair of Texas Guide to Discount Tickets, Food and Other Savings — September 25 to October 18

Posted on September 23, 2015 | 1 comment

Woohoo — it is almost time for the annual State Fair of Texas! If you want to take your family at the lowest cost possible, be sure and check out our savings guide below. We share the inside scoop on how to save a bundle on admission, rides, food and more!

Texas State Fair Events Begin This Friday, September 25
(Runs September 25 to October 18, 2015)
This year’s line up of events and talent is as extensive as ever. 24 free concerts (with admission) include: Craig Wayne Boyd – finalist of NBC’s “The Voice”, The Beach Boys, Lecrae, Mercy Me, and more great bands. There is so much to see and do. Check out the line up of concerts here, the list of celebrity chef demonstrations here (including one of our favorites this Saturday — Chef Keith Hicks of Buttons), and the full schedule of events here.

Save with Daily Specials on Tickets, Food, Rides, and More
General admission fair tickets are normally $18/person. Plan ahead, and you can enjoy your day at a deep discount (or even attend for FREE) with one of the many ways to save on admission tickets, rides, and food. Please note, discounts may not be combined with any offers.

Here’s a roundup of our TOP 15 daily discounts for 2015’s fair:

1. September 25, Opening Day $9 Admission with a Food Donation to the North Texas Food Bank ~ Bring a full 20 oz. bottle of Dasani water (or any Coca-Cola product) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank containers at Fair admission gates and get in for HALF PRICE on opening day (September 25, 2015). One donation per person. Discount may not be combined with any offers.

2. Tuesdays, Dr Pepper Day: $5 Admission & 6 Coupon Rides ~ On Tuesdays, bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the admission gate and enter for $5. Most rides (excluding the Thrillway and the Texas Star) are discounted to 6 coupons as well. One can per person.

3. Wednesdays, North Texas Food Bank Food Drive: 4 Cans for $4 Admission ~ Bring 4 cans of food for donation to the N. Texas Food Bank any Wednesday of the Fair and receive a coupon for a $4 admission ticket. Enjoy the Fair for just $4 and help stock the North Texas Food Bank. One (4 can) donation per person.

4. Thursdays, Coke Day: $6 Admission ~ Bring an empty 20 oz. bottle of a Coca-Cola product and receive a coupon for a $6 admission ticket to the State Fair. One bottle per person.

5. Thursdays, Seniors Day: FREE Admission ~ Senior Citizens 60 years and older get into the State Fair FREE each Thursday.

6. Thursdays, NEW “Thrifty Thursdays” Discounted Food ~ Participating food vendors are offering special pricing on signature menu items with Thrifty Thursdays! Featured items include State Fair classics like cotton candy and funnel cakes, plus many more. Special pricing available each Thursday of the 2015 Fair. Find a list of all the Thrifty Thursday food specials here.

7. Fridays, $5 OFF with KISS-FM coupon ~ Download and print a coupon from the KISS-FM website (here) to get $13 admission with the coupon. Discount is off of general admission only, when purchased at a State Fair of Texas admission gate with coupon

8. Fridays, 50% OFF Tickets with Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Savings ~ Present the special State Fair of Texas coupon (found in the Star-Telegram on 9/18, 9/20, 9/25, 10/02, 10/09, 10/16) and your valid Press Pass at any State Fair of Texas ticket booth to receive a 50% discount off the regular general admission price of $18. Valid for up to two discounted admissions per cardholder. Offer good any Friday during the 2015 State Fair of Texas and cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.

9. Friday, October 2, Fort Worth Star Telegram Gold Press Pass Savings: 2 FREE ADMISSION Tickets ~ Present the special State Fair of Texas coupon (found in the Star-Telegram on 9/18, 9/20, 9/25, 10/02, 10/09, 10/16) and your valid GOLD Press Pass at any State Fair of Texas ticket booth to receive up to two (2) FREE general admission tickets. Offer good on Friday, October 2 only during the 2015 State Fair of Texas and cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Offer expires October 2, 2015.

10. Any Day After 5pm, Dr Pepper Day: $9 Admission ~ Bring an empty Dr Pepper can 5 p.m. each day to get half price admission ($9). One can per person.

11. Any Day $2 Off, Dart GoPass ~ Buy discounted tickets to the State Fair right from your DART GoPass app. Adult tickets are just $16 and child/senior tickets are $12. You can also buy a DART pass to the Fair. Both your DART pass and your Fair tickets will be right there on your phone and scanned at the gates.

12. Any Day, $3 Off with McDonald’s coupon ~ McDonald’s offers $3 off General Admission with one of their State Fair coupons (available on tray liner or bag stuffer) any day of the Fair. A $6 child ticket (with purchase of general admission) coupon is also distributed by McDonald’s.

13. Any Day, Ticket Discounts at Kroger ~ Kroger is the official site for advanced discount ticket purchases. We do recommend calling the Kroger service desk before stopping by to purchase tickets, as not all locations offer these tickets:

Advance General Admission: $16.50 Valid for any one-day admission.
Advance Season Pass: $34.95. This is only sold at Kroger, and not available at the State Fair admission gates. This is a great deal if you are going to make multiple visits during the fair. This season pass includes: unlimited visits for 2015 and a one-day companion ticket (good Monday-Friday).

14. Any Day, $10 Off a Season Pass with Sonic Promo Code ~ Stop by Sonic for complete details on how to SAVE $10 off a Season Pass. Valid online through 10/11/2015.

15. Save up to 30% With the State Fair’s Season Passes or Ticket & Coupon Combo Packages (Only available to prepurchase online here): If you plan on attending multiple times or plan to bring a family, this is an easy way to save a nice bundle. This year’s ticket and coupon packages include:

Ticket / Coupon Package Type	Price	Savings
2 Season Passes and 120 Coupons	$99	30% OFF
4 General Admission Tickets and 100 Coupons	$99	19% OFF
4 General Admission Tickets and 320 Coupons	$199	15% OFF
2 General Admission Tickets and 100 Coupons	$69	20% OFF

:: Learn more about the State Fair of Texas here.

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2014 State Fair of Texas Discount Tickets Savings Guide — September 26 to October 19

Posted on September 25, 2014 | Leave a comment

Yes! It is finally beginning to feel like autumn in Texas and that means it is time for the annual Texas State Fair! If you are seeking to take your family at the lowest cost possible, be sure and check out our savings guide below. We can help you save a bundle and if you plan it right, you might be able to attend for FREE!

Texas State Fair Events Begin Friday, September 26
(Runs September 26 to October 19, 2014)
This year’s line up of events is as extensive as ever. Free concerts (with admission) include: The Swon Brothers — finalists of NBC’s “The Voice”, Fantasia, Lucy Hale, Kool & The Gang, and more great bands. There is so much to see and do. Check out the line up of concerts here, the list of celebrity chef demonstrations here (including Keith Hicks – Buttons), and the full schedule of events here.

Lots of Ways to Save on Tickets
General admission fair tickets are normally $17/person. Plan ahead, and you can enjoy your day at a deep discount (or even attend for FREE) with one of the many ways to save on your tickets. Following is a roundup of discount options:

1. Kroger Grocery Store is the official site for advanced discount ticket purchases. We do recommend calling the Kroger service desk before stopping by to purchase tickets, as not all locations offer these tickets:

Advance General Admission: $15.50 Valid for any one-day admission.
Advance Season Pass: $34.95. This is only sold at Kroger, and not available at the State Fair admission gates. This is a great deal if you are going to make multiple visits during the fair. This season pass includes: unlimited visits for 2014 and a one-day companion ticket (good Monday-Friday).

2. September 26, Opening Day $6 Admission with a Food Donation to the North Texas Food Bank ~ Bring a full 20 oz. bottle of Dasani water (or any Coca-Cola product) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank containers at Fair admission gates and get in for $6 per (per donation) per person.

3. Tuesdays, Dr Pepper Day: $5 Admission & 6 Coupon Rides ~ On Tuesdays, bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the admission gate and enter for $5. Most rides (excluding the Thrillway and the Texas Star) are 6 coupons as well.

4. Wednesdays, Kroger Food Drive Day: 3 Cans for $3 Admission ~ When you bring 3 cans of food (per person) for area food banks, get admission for $3.

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

6. Thursdays, Seniors Day: FREE Admission ~ Senior Citizens 60 years and older get into the State Fair FREE each Thursday.

7. Fridays, $5 OFF with KISS-FM coupon ~ Download and print a coupon from the KISS-FM website (here) to get $12 admission with the coupon. Discount is off of general admission only, when purchased at a State Fair of Texas admission gate with coupon

8. Fridays – Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Savings: Buy One Get One FREE ~ Present the coupon found inside Friday’s Star-Telegram AND your valid Press Pass Card when purchasing a General Admission Ticket at any State Fair of Texas® ticket booth at the regular price of $17.00 AND receive a second ticket free.

9. Friday, October 3, Fort Worth Star Telegram Gold Press Pass Savings: 2 FREE ADMISSION Tickets ~ Present the coupon found inside Friday’s Star-Telegram AND your valid GOLD Press Pass Card at any State Fair of Texas ticket booth to receive two free General Admission tickets, valid Friday, Oct. 3, 2014 only.

10. After 5pm any day, Dr Pepper Day: $8 Admission ~ After 5pm, admission is $8 when you bring an empty Dr Pepper can to any State Fair admission gate.

11. Any Day $2 Off, Dart GoPass ~ Buy discounted tickets to the State Fair right from your DART GoPass app. Adult tickets are just $15 and child/senior tickets are $11. You can also buy a DART pass to the Fair. Both your DART pass and your Fair tickets will be right there on your phone and scanned at the gates.

12. Any Day $3 Off with McDonald’s coupon ~ McDonald’s offers $3 off General Admission with one of their State Fair coupons (available on tray liner or bag stuffer) any day of the Fair. A $6 child ticket (with purchase of general admission) coupon is also distributed by McDonald’s.

13. Any Day $3 Off with Sonic promo code ~ Enter the promo code “Sonic” when you order your State Fair tickets online, to get $3 off any ticket through October 13.

14. FREE Admission From Dickies ~ Make a purchase of $75 or more worth of items from the the Dickies clothing store in Fort Worth through October 6 and you will receive two free tickets to the State Fair.

Offers may not be combined together.

:: Learn more about the State Fair of Texas here.

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Texas Tax FREE Holiday for Energy Star Appliances — Memorial Day Weekend 2014

Posted on May 23, 2014 | 1 comment

Please pass along to anyone in the new home appliance (or dorm-sized refrigerator) market…

Good News! This Memorial Day weekend (May 24-26), Texas shoppers get a break from sales tax for purchases of most energy-star appliances and energy-efficient products like refrigerators and clothes washers ~ even energy-star rated college-dorm-sized refrigerators and light bulbs qualify! This is a great way to get an extra “discount” and save on future energy costs if you are in the market for any of these items.

The energy-star products qualifying in 2014 include:

Refrigerators priced at $2,000 or less
Ceiling fans
Incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs
Clothes washers
Dishwashers
Dehumidifiers
Energy Star Labeled Programmable thermostats
Air conditioners priced at $6,000 or less

The 2014 sales tax holiday begins on Saturday, May 24, and ends on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day Weekend).

Qualifying products will need to display the ENERGY STAR logo. The discount can also apply to delivery and installation fees and there is no limit to the number of qualifying items one can purchase during this sales tax holiday.

To find out more, go to the Texas comptroller’s site, here.

P.S. Be sure to check out this extra savings tip: Pop over to Amazon’s Energy Star Appliance Rebate finder page (go here & look for the Energy Star Logo link in the left column). They have an easy to search database of Energy Star rebates on qualified products.

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2013 State Fair of Texas Discount Tickets Savings Guide ~ September 27 to October 20

Posted on September 27, 2013 | 2 comments

It is finally beginning to feel like autumn in Texas and that means it is time for the annual Texas State Fair! If you are seeking to take your family at the lowest cost possible, be sure and check out our savings guide below. We can help you save a bundle and if you plan it right, you can even attend for FREE!

Texas State Fair Events Begin Today, September 27
(Runs September 27-October 20, 2013)
This year’s line up of events is as extensive as ever. Free Concerts (with admission) include: Casting Crowns, Asleep at the Wheel, Blondie, Molly Ringwald, and more great bands. There is so much to see and do. Check out the line up of concerts here, the list of celebrity chef demonstrations here, and the full schedule of events here.

Advance General Admission: $16 (compared to $17 at gates). Valid for any one-day admission.
Advance Season Pass: $34.95 (Only sold at Kroger, and not sold at State Fair admission gates). This is a great deal if you are going to make multiple visits during the fair. This season pass includes: Unlimited visits for 2013, a one-day companion ticket (good Monday-Friday) and one Cinemark movie ticket.

2. September 27, Opening Day $6 Admission with a Food Donation to the North Texas Food Bank ~ Bring a full 20 oz. bottle of Dasani water (or any Coca-Cola product) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank containers at Fair admission gates to get in for $6 per person, per donation.

3. October 3, Dickies Day FREE Admission ~ Anyone wearing a Dickies logo clothing item will receive a free voucher for admission to the Fair on same day.

4. Tuesdays, Dr Pepper Day: $5 Admission & 6 Coupon Rides~ On Tuesdays, bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the admission gate and enter for $5. Most rides (excluding the Thrillway and the Texas Star) are 6 coupons as well.

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

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

7. Thursdays, Seniors Day: FREE Admission ~ Senior Citizens 60 years and older get into the State Fair FREE each Thursday.

8. Thursdays, Cinemark: FREE Admission ~ Present a Cinemark Movie Theater ticket stub and receive a free admission (one person per ticket stub) on any Thursday.

9. Fridays, $5 OFF with KISS-FM coupon ~ Download and print a coupon from the KISS-FM website (here) to get $12 admission with the coupon. Discount is off of general admission only, when purchased at a State Fair of Texas admission gate with coupon

10. Fridays, Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Savings: Buy One Get One FREE ~ With your valid Press Pass card and State Fair of Texas coupon printed in the Star-Telegram (Friday’s DFW.com section) you receive a second ticket free when you purchase a general admission ticket at any State Fair of Texas ticket booth (at regular price of $17.00). Offer expires October 18, 2013.

11. Fridays, Fort Worth Star Telegram Gold Press Pass Savings: 2 FREE General Admission Tickets for October 4th ~ Present your valid Gold Press Pass card and State Fair of Texas coupon printed in the Star-Telegram (Friday’s DFW.com section) and you receive two free general admission tickets to the State Fair of Texas. Offer valid only on Friday, October 4 and offer cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.

12. After 5pm any day, Dr Pepper Day: $8 Admission ~ After 5pm, admission is $8 when you bring an empty Dr Pepper can to any State Fair admission gate.

13. Any Day $3 Off, McDonald’s ~ McDonald’s offers $3 off General Admission any day of the Fair, with one of their State Fair coupons (available on the tray liner or as a bag stuffer). A half price child with purchase of general admission coupon is also distributed by McDonald’s.

Offers may not be combined together.

:: Learn more about the State Fair of Texas here.

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FREE Nate Kipp Outdoor Country Music Concert in Roanoke ~ Thursday, July 18

Posted on July 16, 2013 | Leave a comment

Pop over to historic downtown Roanoke on Thursday evening and enjoy a fun and relaxing time at this week’s Evenings on Oak Street FREE concert. Part of Roanoke’s twice-a-month free concert series, Thursday’s event (July 18 from 7-8pm) will feature local country favorite, Nate Kipp. Be sure to bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs to enjoy your time on the plaza.

Evenings on Oak Street Concert Series Lineup

July 18 ~ Nate Kipp (Americana/Country)
July 25 ~ BluPrint (R&B/Rock/Jazz)
August 8 ~ Bone Doggie (Gypsy Americana/Blues)
August 22 ~ Russ Dorsey & the Musicmakers (Swing)
September 12 ~ Empty Pockets (Country)
September 26 ~ Whitehouse Harmony (Bluegrass)
October 24 ~ Brave Combo (Rock/Polka)

Details, details
What: Learn more about Roanoke’s Evenings
on Oak Street concert series here.
When: July 18, 7:00-8:00pm
Where: Austin Street Plaza in Downtown Roanoke, 221 N. Oak St.
Cost: FREE!

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More Starbucks Deals & FREE Offers ~ Mmmmm!

Posted on June 28, 2013 | Leave a comment

It’s apparently an “I need a Starbucks” kind of a day. : ) Just in time for the summer heat blues, Starbucks has a couple of more great offers to cool you off!

:: Buy three Frappuccinos at Starbucks inside Target and get a FREE handcrafted Refreshers beverage. In case you need to know, the Target store locator indicates which of their stores include a Starbucks inside. This offer is good through July 13 and you can find more details here.

:: Get HALF-OFF any handcrafted Starbucks Refreshers beverage from 3 to 5pm at Starbuck’s Wake Up Call. This offer is good through June 29 at participating stores. Get more info here.

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2013 Dates For Texas Tax Exemption Holiday/Tax-Free Weekend

Posted on June 26, 2013 | Leave a comment

Be sure to mark the 2013 back-to-school Texas tax-free weekend on your calendar to save on clothes, school supplies, and more. The tax exemption weekend will take place August 9-11, 2013. Note: this is a week earlier than normal this year.

Texas residents can receive tax-free shopping benefits August 9-11, 2013 on the following categories:

Clothing (under $100)
Shoes (under $100)
Backpacks and messenger/book bags for elementary
and secondary students (under $100 )
School supplies under $100 such as binders, crayons,
paper, and more (see complete list of qualifying school
supplies here)

To find out more, go to the Texas comptroller’s site, here.

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June 21-23 FREE & Cheap Fort Worth Weekend Events Roundup | Frugal & Fun Edition

Posted on June 21, 2013 | Leave a comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Music Under the Stars Concert Series at Levitt Pavilion
FREE Friday Night Fireworks & Family Fun event at Lake Grapevine
FREE Nash Farm, Family Fun & Dairy Day Event
FREE Vegetable Garden Seminar at River Legacy Living Science Center in Arlington
FREE Lowe’s Woodworking Workshop for Kids
FREE Summer Lawn Seminar at Calloway’s Nursery
FREE Outdoor Family Event at Bass Pro Shops
FREE Cowtown Opry Performance
FREE Williams-Sonoma Cooking Techniques Class

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:: FREE Music Under the Stars Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington ~ Sara Hickman, The Light Crust Dough Boys & More
Free Concerts 5 days a week through July 14th

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concert 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 21) headlines Texas country music favorite, Sara Hickman, and Saturday’s concert features Texas Radio Hall of Fame legends and eight-time Grammy nominees, The Light Crust Doughboys.

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: Most concerts start at 8PM. See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE admission (food is extra).

:: FREE Lake Grapevine Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, June 21, 2013 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Lake Grapevine 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 Lake Grapevine park at 9:00PM. Find a map of sites for viewing the fireworks around Lake Grapevine here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend. Please note that parking at the hotel is extra (4 hours for $12).

:: FREE! Nash Farm in Grapevine, Family Fun & Dairy Day Event
…Saturday, June 22, 2013

Historic Nash Farm in Grapevine is hosting a FREE family fun event to celebrate National Dairy Month. Learn where milk comes from, watch a cow get milked, churn butter and more. Get a taste of farm life just steps away from the heart of the city.

Details, details
What: For more information about the 110 acre Nash Farm and the
Dairy Day family fun event, go here.
When: Saturday, June 22, 2013, 10:00am to 12:00PM
Where: Nash Farm ~ 626 Ball Street ~ near Historic Downtown Grapevine. Free Parking 1 Block west of Nash Farm at Cannon Elementary or at the Botanical Gardens and Homestead Dr.
Cost: FREE! Donations are appreciated and benefit Heritage Education Programs at Nash Farm. Hay rides at Dairy Day are $1 per person.

:: FREE Vegetable Garden Seminar at River Legacy
…Living Science Center in Arlington
…Saturday, June 22, 2013

Learn the basics of planning, planting and maintaining a vegetable garden during this adult workshop led by the Arlington Men’s Garden Club. Do not that recommendations will be made specifically for the Arlington area. Best suited for ages 10 and up. Free, but space is limited.

Details, details
What: To find out more about the FREE Vegetable Gardening seminar, 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 22, 2013, 10:00AM
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Monsters University Project
…Saturday, June 22, 2013

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 22, 2013~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

:: FREE Summer Lawn Care Landscape Seminar
…Saturday, June 22, 2013

If visions of running barefoot through thick green lawns are in your thoughts, learn how to make that dream a reality at Calloway’s FREE gardening clinic! Their experts will teach you how to bring your lawn back to that Springtime lushness. Fertilizing plus disease and insect control will all be addressed.

Details, details
What: Learn more about Calloway’s “Summer Lawn care” seminar, here.
When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 ~ 10:15am.
Where: All Calloway’s locations. Click here to find one near you.
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Family Fun ~ Outdoor & Camping Event at Bass Pro Shops
Tues., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. through July 14, 2013

This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Family Camping and Outdoor Fun Weekend Event. There will be FREE carousel rides, crafts, games, workshops, family photos, outdoor activities, contests and even homemade ice cream on Saturdays (5-6pm)!

Take a look at the full schedule of events here.

Details, details
What: For more details on activities and events, click here.
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays through July 14, 2013. For a schedule of activities, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE

:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, June 23, 2013

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 23, 2013, 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!

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, June 23, 2013

Join Williams-Sonoma for a cooking technique class on make-ahead summer sides. They will teach you how to prepare time-honored favorites like a layered salad, along with dishes that feature summer’s bountiful produce. Whether you’re cooking for a large group or just your family, incorporating make-ahead side dishes into your menu is a smart strategy.

Plus, if you attend Sunday’s 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 23, 2013 ~ 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 Drawing and Art Session at the Amon Carter Museum ~ Thursday October 11

Posted on October 2, 2012 | Leave a comment

The Amon Carter Museum of American Art is offering a FREE art session for expert and budding artists with their program, Draw ‘til Dusk ~ Thursday, October 11. Get inspired by landscapes on view by looking closely, sharing ideas, and drawing directly from the collection. Drawing boards, pencils, and paper will be provided. No drawing experience is necessary and no reservations are required.

Details, details
What: Get more details about the Draw ’til Dusk program, here.
When: Thursday, October 11 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Where: Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard. Get directions and parking details here.
Cost: Entrance to this event and Amon Carter’s Museum is always FREE (but donations are appreciated)!

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2012 State Fair of Texas Discount Tickets & Savings Guide ~ September 28 to October 21

Posted on September 26, 2012 | 3 comments

It is finally autumn in Texas and that means it is time for the annual Texas State Fair. If you are seeking to take your family at the lowest cost possible, be sure and check out our savings tips below. We can help you save a bundle and if you plan it right, you can even attend for FREE!

Texas State Fair Events Begin This Friday
(Runs September 28-October 21, 2012)
This year’s line up of events is as extensive as ever. Free Concerts (with admission) include: Kevin Fowler, Kevin Costner & Modern West, Kellie Pickler, Kansas, The Commodores, and more great bands. There is so much to see and do. Check out the line up of concerts here, the list of celebrity chef demonstrations here, and the full schedule of events here.

Lots of Ways to Save on Tickets
General admission fair tickets are normally $16/person. Plan ahead, and you can enjoy your day at a deep discount (or even attend for FREE) with one of the many ways to save on your tickets. Following is a roundup of discount options:

1. Kroger Grocery Store is the official site for advanced ticket purchases. Stop by your local Kroger’s check-out counter or purchase these discount tickets at the service desk:

Advance DART/State Fair Combo Ticket: $17 (value of $26 and only available at Kroger Food Stores). This ticket gets you admission into the Fair AND a convenient round-trip ride via DART’s rail and/or buses on date of use. You’ll be delivered to the front gate of Fair Park if you take the greenline ( plus you save $15 on fair parking and gas!). Learn more here. Note, that this is not valid for service on TRE or the Fort Worth T which would need to be purchased separately (TRE details here).
Advance General Admission: $14.50 (compared to $16 at gates). Valid for any one-day admission.
Advance Season Pass: $34.95 (Only sold at Kroger, and not sold at State Fair admission gates). This is a great deal if you are going to make multiple visits during the fair. This season pass includes: Unlimited visits for 2012, a one-day companion ticket (good Monday-Friday) and one Cinemark movie ticket.

2. Opening Day $6 Admission with a Food Donation to the North Texas Food Bank (September 28) ~ Bring a full 20 oz. bottle of Dasani water (or any Coca-Cola product) for donation to the North Texas Food Bank containers at Fair admission gates to get in for $6 per person, per donation.

3. Tuesdays, Dr Pepper Day: $5 Admission ~ On Tuesdays, bring an empty Dr Pepper can to the admission gate and enter for $5. Most rides (excluding the Thrillway and the Texas Star) are 5 coupons as well.

4. Wednesdays, Kroger Food Drive Day: 3 Cans for $2 Admission ~ When you bring 3 cans of food (per person) for area food banks, get admission for $2.

5. Thursday, October 11, Dickies Day FREE Admission ~ Anyone wearing a Dickies logo clothing item will receive a free voucher for admission to the Fair on same day.

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

7. Thursdays, Seniors Day: FREE Admission ~ Senior Citizens 60 years and older get into the State Fair FREE each Thursday.

8. Thursdays, Cinemark: FREE Admission ~ Present a Cinemark Movie Theater ticket stub and receive a free admission (one person per ticket stub) on any Thursday.

9. Fridays, $5 OFF with KISS-FM coupon ~ Download and print a coupon from the KISS-FM website (here) to get $11 admission with the coupon. Discount is off of general admission only, when purchased at a State Fair of Texas admission gate with coupon

10. Fridays, Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Savings: Buy One Get One FREE ~ Buy one general admission ticket at full price and receive a second ticket free (Must present Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Card and the BOGO coupon from the newspaper at admission gates). Additionally, Press Pass Gold Members can enjoy FREE admission on Friday, October 5 for 2 people with a Fort Worth Star Telegram Press Pass Gold Card (must present Gold Press Pass Card and coupon at admission gates).

11. After 5pm any day, Dr Pepper Day: $8 Admission ~ After 5pm, admission is $8 when you bring an empty Dr Pepper can to any State Fair admission gate.

12. Any Day $3 Off, McDonald’s ~ McDonald’s offers $3 off General Admission any day of the Fair, with one of their State Fair coupons (available on the tray liner or as a bag stuffer). A half price child with purchase of general admission coupon is also distributed by McDonald’s.

Offers may not be combined together.

:: Learn more about the State Fair of Texas here.

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FREE! USS Fort Worth Commissioning Watch Party at Sundance Square

Posted on September 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

The USS Fort Worth Commissioning Support Committee is sponsoring a Watch Party in Sundance Square on Saturday, September 22. The state-of-the-art littoral combat ship (LCS) – the first U.S. Navy ship to be named after our city – will be commissioned in Galveston.

Come watch the festivities live on the big screen beginning at 10am on Sundance Square’s Gateway Parking Lot. Family fun will be provided by Clowning Around Entertainment throughout the morning. Attendees may purchase food and beverages at Oliver’s Fine Foods, directly across the street at the corner of 4th & Throckmorton. Chairs will be available for rent or you may bring your own.

Details, details
What: Learn more about the USS Fort Worth Commissioning watch party at Sundance Square, here. Learn more about the USS Fort Worth ship, here.
Where: Gateway Parking Lot in Sundance Square ~ bordered by 4th Street, Houston Street, 5th Street and Throckmorton Street. Saturday, parking is FREE at many Sundance Square parking lots and garages. Click here to find available FREE parking options.
When: Saturday, September 22, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Cost: FREE. You can rent a chair and purchase food if you wish.

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August 17-19 Cheap and FREE Fort Worth Entertainment Roundup | Frugal & Fun Weekend Events Edition

Posted on August 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

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 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 Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
FREE Family Movie in the Park (Journey 2: The Mysterious Island) in Crowley
FREE Outdoor Concert Featuring The Wonders in Keller
FREE Cabela’s Fall Great Outdoor Seminars & Classes
FREE Cowtown Opry Performance
FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
FREE Fall Decorating Class at Pottery Barn

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:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, August 17, 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. 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. There is a fee to park at the hotel for those who are not guests.

:: FREE Family Fun with Movies Under The Stars
…in Crowley ~ Featuring Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
…Friday, August 17, 2012

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Journey 2 The Mysterious Island on the big screen, under the stars in Crowley ~ the movie will begin at dusk.

About the movie: Seventeen-year-old Sean Anderson (Josh Hutcherson) and his new stepfather, Hank (Dwayne Johnson) set off on an adventure to find a mysterious island where no island should exist. PG

Details, details
What: For more information about Crowley’s Movies in the Park, click here. Learn more about the Journey 2 The Mysterious Island movie here.
When: Friday, August 17, 2012 ~ 9:00PM to 11:00PM
Where: 900 East Glendale Street in Crowley
Cost: FREE!

:: Keller Concert in the Park ~ Featuring, The Wonders
…Saturday, August 18, 2012

Relax under the big Texas sky, watch the sunset, and enjoy a fun show packed with a wide variety of music from The Wonders ~ perfect for all ages. Bring your blanket, a picnic and enjoy the evening with family and friends.

Details, details
What: For more information about Keller’s Third Saturday Concert in The Park summer series, click here.
When: Saturday, August 18, 2012, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Bear Creek Park in Keller, 400 Bear Creek Parkway
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Cabela’s Fall Great Outdoor Seminars & Classes
…Saturday & Sunday, August 18 & 19

This weekend, bring your family to Cabela’s FREE Outdoor weekend education event packed with a long list of FREE seminars that take place all day Saturday and Sunday. There will be, an introduction to archery class for ladies, a fly fishing class, a big game and waterfowl calling techniques class for youth and adults, a bass fishing class for those who want to fine tune their skills, and many more great seminars!

Take a look at the full schedule of events and seminars here.

Details, details
What: For more information about Cabela’s FREE Fall classes, click here (be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page).
When: Saturday & Sunday August 18-19, 2012. Go here to see the full schedule of events, for specific times and dates of seminars (scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “Show Details” on the Store Events section).
Where: Cabela’s ~ 12901 Cabela Drive (State Hwy 170 and I-35W)
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, August 19, 2012

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, August 19, 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!

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, August 19, 2012

Join Williams-Sonoma for another fun technique class featuring the short-order cooking creativity of Max and Eli Sussman, two up and coming chefs. Their innovative approach to cooking, with inventive but simple recipes, will help you make the most of weeknight meal planning and casual dining. Plus, if you attend this class, you can enjoy 10% OFF savings on same-day store purchases.

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, August 19, 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.

:: FREE Pottery Barn Class: Decorating Your Home for Autumn
…Sunday, August 19, 2012

Get fresh ideas for decorating your home for the fall season!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for decorating your home with beautiful fall accessories and botanicals.

Details, details
What: For more information, go to Pottery Barn Store Events.
When: Classes take place Sunday, August 19, 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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FLASH SALE: 25% OFF Any Plum District Deal ~ Promo Code Expires TODAY!

Posted on August 16, 2012 | Leave a comment

TODAY ~ Thursday, August 16, through 7:00pm: Plum District has an offer to get 25% OFF any of their daily savings deals. And, that is on top of their regular 50-65% savings offers! Be sure to enter the promo code FLASH16 when you checkout to get your discount.

We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite deals that you can get with the extra 25% OFF below (go here to see all of today’s deals and note that prices are before the discount is applied). You’ll find fantastic deals on everything from back-to-school items to women’s and kid’s clothing ~ even a 68% OFF luxury hotel vacation (yes, please!).

Here’s the short list of our favorite 25% OFF deals available today:

HOT deal & back by popular demand ~ $12 for $30 towards All Natural and Organic products at EcoMom.com (here)
$14 for $46 worth of Label Products from TinyMe.com (here)
$9 for a 12-month subscription to National Geographic Little Kids ~ $23 value (here)
$105 for Hooked on Phonics ~ Learn to Read Complete Kit ~ $299 value (here)
$15 for $50 worth of Personalized Photo Cards and Merchandise from the PhotoCardsDirect.com (here)
Homeschool and Educators Bargains ~ $19 for $50 worth of Educational Products from Barker Creek (here)
$14 for $30 worth of Silhouette Scrapbook Design Downloads from SilhouetteOnlineStores.com (here)
Fantastic Vacation Deal ~ $90 for a Deluxe Room at the Fairmont in Scottsdale, AZ, plus extras ~ $284 value (here)
$21 for a personalized Photo Canvas ~ $85 value (here)
See the entire list of 25% OFF offers here!

Go here to get the 25% OFF Plum District Flash Sale offer before it ends this evening at 7pm (August 16, 2012) ~ promo code FLASH16.

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August 10-12 Cheap and FREE Fort Worth Entertainment Roundup | Frugal & Fun Weekend Events Edition

Posted on August 10, 2012 | Leave a comment

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This weekend’s highlights include:

FREE Perseid Meteor Shower Star Gazing Show
FREE Friday on the Green Outdoor Evening Concert
FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
FREE Zach King Band Outdoor Show ~ Richland Hills
FREE Gnomeo and Juliet Family Movie Showing
FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
FREE Lowe’s Woodworking Skills Workshop for Kids
FREE Family Fun Day at the Amon Carter Museum
FREE Mayor’s Reading Challenge Grand Celebration
FREE Cowtown Opry Performance
FREE Grill Master Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
FREE Summer Decorating Class at Pottery Barn

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:: FREE ~ Cosmic Show Tonight: FREE & Live From Your
…Backyard! (a.k.a. The Perseid Meteor Shower)

Take in the Perseid Meteor Shower that will sparkle the big Texas sky tonight, with a star-gazing party from the comfort of your own backyard (or for the best view, NASA recommends heading to the edge of town to get away from the city lights). The Perseids Shower is one of the best meteor showers to observe every year in August. It produces up to 60-100 shooting stars per hour at the peak viewing times which take place this weekend.

Details, details
What: Learn more about viewing the Perseids meteor show here. You will be able to see the Perseids without aid of a telescope ~ but perhaps not without coffee since the best viewing takes place between 10:00pm and the wee hours of the morning (yawn).
Where: From the comfort of your own backyard OR even better, head to the outskirts of town, away from city lights for best Perseids viewing. Look about half way up the sky facing northeast.
When: View the peak of the shooting star meteor show Friday to Sunday, August 10 to 12, between 10:00pm-4:00am. However, NASA indicates that the best time to look is during the dark hours right before dawn. If interrupting your sleep this weekend is not in the plans ~ not to worry ~ you should be able to see Perseids meteor activity during these same hours from now until August 24.
More Info: For the serous Perseid viewer, follow the Perseid Meteor shower on Twitter with a group of “intrepid stargazers” who will be holding a Twitter “meteor star gazing party”. You can also download a Meteor Shower App from NASA (go here for Android and here for iPhone).

:: FREE Friday On The Green Outdoor Concert
…Friday, August 10, 2012

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends at Friday on the Green, a FREE monthly live music series sponsored byFort Worth South. Bring your blankets and chairs (and even Fido if you want), and enjoy an evening of live music from great bands in a relaxing setting.

Details, Details
What: Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind Friday on the Green. Get more info here.
When: Friday, August 10, 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: FREE!

:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
…Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
…Friday, August 10, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)

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. There is a fee to park at the hotel for those who are not guests.

:: FREE Zack King Band Outdoor Concert ~ Richland Hills
… Saturday, August 11, 2012

Spend Saturday evening at Richland Hills’ Rosebud Park enjoying a fun show by the Zack King Band ~ a local favorite that combines Southern Rock, blues, and jazz into a unique sound of their own. Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs for a fun and relaxing evening with your family.

Details, Details
What: Learn more about the Arts Council music series here.
When: Saturday, August 11, 2012, 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: Richland Hills Rosebud Park ~ 2701 Rosebud Lane
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Gnomeo and Juliet Family Movie Showing
…Saturday, August 11, 2012

Join the Fort Worth Central Library for a free showing of the fun children’s movie Gnomeo and Juliet on Saturday, August 11. 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: Gnomeo and Juliet are two young garden gnomes who are in love. Before they can find lasting happiness, they must overcome their feuding neighbors, plastic pink flamingos and racing lawnmowers. James McAvoy and Emily Blunt provide voices. Rated G. 84 minutes. Read movie reviews here.

Details, details
What: For more information about this movie event, click here.
When: Saturday, August 11, 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!

:: FREE River Legacy Living Science Center Nature Walk
…Saturday, August 11, 2012

Explore the nature trails surrounding the River Legacy Living Science Center on a FREE family friendly guided 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, August 11, 2012, 10:00AM
Cost: FREE, but donations are appreciated.

:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Shrek Toy
…Saturday, August 11, 2012

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

:: Summer Reading Celebration with Mayor Becky Price,
…Deborah Ferguson (KXAS) & Bob Ray Sanders (Star-Telegram)
…Sunday, August 12, 2012

Wrap up a wonderful summer of reading with Mayor Betsy Price and the Fort Worth Central Library’s Grand Celebration for families. They will have live music, storytellers, refreshments and lots of fun for families. There will be lots of great prizes for the reading challenge participants, including iPads, Kindles, netbook computers, and more. This fun event will be hosted by Mayor Price and the program’s honorary co-chairs, Deborah Ferguson of KXAS-TV and Bob Ray Sanders of the Star-Telegram.

Details, details
What: To find out more about the Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge Grand Celebration, go here.
Where: At the Fort Worth Central Library, downtown. You can park on the street or in the 3rd St. & Taylor Parking Garage. The parking garage is FREE on weekends.
When: Sunday, August 12, 2012 1:00 to 5:00PM
Cost: FREE!

:: FREE Family Fun Day at the Amon Carter Museum
…Sunday, August 12, 2012

The Amon Carter museum is offering a fun afternoon for the whole family with their program, Hot! Hot! Hot! Family Fun Day. The whole family will enjoy exploring artworks in the galleries, creating art projects, and eating ice cream. 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, August 12, 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)!

:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
…Sunday, August 12, 2012

Details, Details
What: For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, August 12, 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!

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Sunday, August 12, 2012

Join Williams-Sonoma for another fun vegetable canning class! They’ll discuss creative ways to can and pickle vegetables and relishes to enjoy long after summer is gone. This class will cover the basics: what pickling means, how to make pickling spice and how create your own favorite flavors for relishes. 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: August 12, 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.

:: FREE Pottery Barn Class ~ How to Organize Your Home
…Sunday, August 12, 2012

Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class where you will get expert advice for organizing your home and creating a stylish workspace.

Details, details
What: For more information, go to Pottery Barn Store Events.
When: Classes take place Sunday, August 12, 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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SniqueAway Austin Vacation Bargain: Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa ~ Hurry!

Posted on August 6, 2012 | Leave a comment

You probably already know that we are BIG, BIG, fans of TripAdvisor’s travel bargain site SniqueAway (you can read our review here), as we personally used them to save a bundle on our last two vacations and our experience was EXCELLENT. Backed by the credibility of our favorite travel review site, TripAdvisor.com, SniqueAway offers limited-time sales and deep discounts on some fantastic 4 & 5-Star rated hotels around the world, with savings typically from 40-60% OFF.

Worth passing along ~ today kicks off a fantastic SniqueAway Texas hotel deal for family friendly, Hyatt Regency Lost Pines river resort, just outside of Austin (in Cypress, Texas). The hotel is situated on 405 acres of river-front land and offers horseback riding, zip-lining, rock climbing, river rafting, kayaking, tennis, golf, and their very own water park with a 2-story water slide, lazy river and more.

Through SniqueAway’s sale, hotel rates at the Hyatt resort start at $159 a night (normally $239 or more) and there are dates available now through October. The reservation through SniqueAway includes access to the resort’s Water Park, daily recreational activities, and free nightly s’mores. Some of the activities (like the golf course, spa, horseback riding, and rock climbing) require an extra fee.

To Get The Deal:

Go here to sign-in to SniqueAway (or become a member for FREE), then navigate to the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort deal. Tip: Be sure to look for a diamond shaped icon on the dates when you peruse the available options on the calendar ~ the diamond icon means those dates feature the lowest sale price.

We noticed that some dates are already starting to sell out. If you intend to take advantage of the Lost Pines deal, you won’t want to wait too long as it’s only available on SniqueAway for a week and popular dates tend to sell out fast (offers are on a first come, first serve basis).

Learn more about SniqueAway, here or go here for a longer review of our experience with SniqueAway (and why we like it so much!).

Sign up & join here (FREE)!

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How SniqueAway Works

1. Sign up with this invitation. There is no cost to join the members-only service, but an invitation is required. As a reader of Frugal in Fort Worth, you are officially invited (Go here)!

2. Check out the weekly hotel deals. Once you’re a member, there are always deals available on SniqueAway, with 10-15 new sales added weekly.

Members are notified via email of each week’s hotel deals, with offers on a first come, first serve basis, lasting up to seven days or until sold out. Members can preview future hotel deals seven days in advance and can set up a reminder for alerts when sales start.
After members receive and accept the invitation, they can check out photos and property overviews of the hotel offers. Inside every SniqueAway Escape there are TripAdvisor reviews, hotel amenities, room details—even local hot spots and location maps.
All hotels featured on SniqueAway have earned at least a four-star rating classification and four out of five review ratings on TripAdvisor.

3. Select and book your room. Enter room type, check-in/check-out dates and click “Select.” Enter traveler information and any special requests for the hotel. From the time dates are selected, members have 15 minutes to click “Book it!” or the room(s) will be returned to inventory. All taxes and fees are included unless otherwise noted in the policies.

4. Confirm, pack your toothbrush, and enjoy! Upon booking, members receive a confirmation email from SniqueAway. All guests need at check-in is the hotel confirmation number and a credit card for any hotel purchase not included within the SniqueAway escape.

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Your 2015 State Fair of Texas Guide to Discount Tickets, Food and Other Savings — September 25 to October 18

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