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FREE “Kids At The Sid” Family Art Event at the Sid Richardson Museum ~ Sundance Square Fort Worth

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Do your children enjoy being creative? Drop by the Sid Richardson Museum next Wednesday, June 20th, for a FREE art making event, Kids At The Sid. Kids will learn about the museum’s collection which features American West artwork by Charles M. Russell and Frederic Remington.  They’ll also have fun creating their own artworks in the museum’s studio classroom.

Details, details
What:  Go here to learn more about the Kids at the Sid family fun museum art event.  No reservations required, but do note that parents must remain with their children.
When:  Wednesday June 20, 2012 ~ 1:00-4:00PM
Where:  The Sid Richardson Museum in Sundance Square,
309 Main Street in Downtown Fort Worth
Cost:  FREE
 

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20% OFF Any Plum District Deal ~ Promo Code Expires TOMORROW!

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Through Wednesday, June 13 Only:  Plum District has an offer to get  20% 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 PDBDAY when you checkout to get your discount.

Some of the 20% OFF deals available today (find these under the “Everywhere” location):

  • {Really HOT Deal}  $12 for $30 Towards Like-New Kids’ Clothing from thredUP.com’s Consignment Shop (here)
  • $12 for $35 Worth of Natural Skin and Hair Products (here)
  • $31 for Your Favorite Photo on 11×14 Canvas ~ $92 Value (here)
  • $16 for $40 Worth of Customized Stationery from the Bonnie Marcus Collection (here)
  • $71 for 2 Round-Trip Airline and Attraction Tickets from One Stop Travel – a $600 Value (here)
  • $16 for a 2-Month Subscription to Green Kid Crafts ~ $40 Value (here)

Go here  to get the 20% OFF Plum District offer before it ends tomorrow (June 13, 2012) ~ promo code PDBDAY.

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

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

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

Enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends at Friday on the Green, a FREE monthly live music series sponsored by Fort Worth South. This month’s lineup features Josh Weathers & The True Endeavors and Foxtrot Uniform. Bring your blankets and chairs (and even Fido if you want), and enjoy an evening of live music from great bands in a relaxing setting.

Details, Details
What: Fort Worth South, Inc. (FWSI) is the non-profit org behind Friday on the Green. Get more info here.
When: Friday, June 8, 2012 ~ 7:00-10:00PM
Where: Head to Magnolia Green Park ~ 1100 Block of Lipscomb, between Magnolia and Rosedale (across the street from the Village Homes row houses).
Cost: In lieu of admission (which is FREE), you are encouraged to make
a donation of school supplies to Southside Church of Christ (to help
children in need).

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

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

Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the outdoor entertainment! Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, click here.
Where:
Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM.  See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

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

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Disney’s The Muppets on the big screen, under the stars at Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller. The movie will begin at 9:00PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Get there by 8:00PM to find a good spot and enjoy a variety of family games and activities.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 8. Family Games and Activities begin at  8:00PM.
Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost:
FREE!

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

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

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor day. If you want to add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform, and they will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When:
Every Friday through Labor Day
8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage. Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort. Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to take home. All workshops are FREE, but you should probably show up early to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

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

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

Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.

Details, Details
What:
For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, June 10, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
    Saturday & Sunday,  June 9 & 10, 2012

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

Plus, if you attend this class, you can enjoy 10% OFF savings on same-day purchases from their stores.

Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.

Details, details
What:
For more information, click here.
When: 
June 9 & 10, 2012 ~ Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to
store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.

Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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

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

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

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REMINDER ~ FREE Fort Worth Sundance Square 2012 Outdoor Movie Series Starts Tomorrow!

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Downtown Fort Worth Sundance Square’s 2012 FREE outdoor movie series, Stars under the Stars, kicks off tomorrow, Thursday, June 7, with the movie Cars. Each Thursday evening in June, the Gateway Parking Lot (bordered by 4th St., Houston, 5th St., and Throckmorton) will convert to an outdoor movie theatre and will feature classic box-office hits on a giant 40′ x 20′ Airscreen. Be sure to bring your picnic blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Or if you like, folding chairs will also be available for a $2 rental fee. Gates open at 7:30pm with the show starting at dusk (around 9pm).

Weekly Movie Night Schedule:

  • June 7 Cars
  • June 14 Secretariat
  • June 21 Hugo
  • June 28 Mission Impossible

“To-go” food items from the Sundance Square restaurants may be brought onto the lot but Sundance Square kindly requests that you do not bring in other outside food, drinks or coolers. Please also leave your pets in the comfort and safety of your home.

Details, details
What: Learn more about Sundance Square’s FREE outdoor Movie Series,
Stars Under the Stars, here.
Where: Gateway Parking Lot ~ bordered by 4th Street, Houston Street, 5th Street and Throckmorton Street. Parking is FREE after 5 p.m. at all Sundance Square parking lots and garages. Click here to find available FREE parking options.
When: Movies take place every Thursday in June around dusk (about 9pm).
Gates open at 7:30pm. See movie schedule, here.
Cost: FREE. You can rent a chair for $2 if you wish.

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

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This weekend’s highlights include:

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

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

Join your family and friends at this weekend’s FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington – part of their packed summer series of free music, dance and performing arts under the stars. The entertainment schedule includes a wide span of music genres including jazz, pop, latin, country and even special events just for kids. The Friday evening concert (June 1) headlines Beau Soleil (Grammy-winning contemporary Cajun artistry), Saturday (June 2) features The Tejas Brothers (Honky-tonk with a dash of spicy Tex-Mex), and Sunday features blues artist, Guitar Shorty.

Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the outdoor entertainment! Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers, please.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, click here.
Where:
Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM.  See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

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

Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Cars on the big screen, under the stars at Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller. The movie will begin at 9:00PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Get there by 8:00PM to find a good spot and enjoy a variety of family games and activities.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 1. Family Games and Activities begin at  8:00PM.
Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost:
FREE!

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

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


Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor day. If you want to add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform, and they will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When:
Every Friday through Labor Day
8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage. Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort. Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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

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

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

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:: FREE Fort Worth Cow Camp at the Stockyards
Saturday, June 2, 2012

Fort Worth’s herd cowboys will present a fun and educational demonstration about the tools, equipment and techniques used during the cattle drive era of the late 1800′s at Fort Worth Cow Camp. Children and adults will have the opportunity for hands on, interactive experiences including roping sorting, saddling, cattle drive demonstrations, and more.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When:
Saturday, June 2, 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM
Where: Saddle up behind the Fort Worth Livestock Exchange Building,
located at 131 E. Exchange Avenue. For directions, click here. You will see the Texas longhorns and authentic Drovers and know you are in the right spot!
Cost: FREE, but Donations are appreciated.

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

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Bank of America’s 2012 national program, Museums On Us offers FREE admission, the first full weekend of every month, to 120 participating museums throughout the U.S. This FREE Admission program takes place this weekend (June 2 & 3) in Fort Worth at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.

Details, details
What:
To find out more about Bank of America’s Museums On Us program, go here. To learn more about The Fort Worth Museum of Science & History, click here.
How: Show a photo ID and any Bank of America Card to get FREE admission.
Where: The Fort Worth Science & History Museum, 1600 Gendy St. (corner of Montgomery and Burnett Tandy). Click here for directions.
When:
Saturday and Sunday, June 2 & 3
Cost: FREE to Bank of America Cardholders (Reg: $14 Adults, $10 Children)

Other DFW Museums With FREE Admission This Weekend:

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:: Take an “Art-Full” Trek to Dallas to the Nasher Sculpture
    Center’s First Saturdays Family Fun Day.
Saturday, June 2, 2012

Nasher Sculpture Center, First Saturdays

The Nasher Sculpture Center and Target present First Saturdays for families. Held the first Saturday of every month, this special event features FREE admission and a fun schedule of activities for the kids.

Details, details
What:
For details, including complete schedule, click here.
When: Saturday, June 2, 2012 ~ 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Where: For directions to Nasher Sculpture Center, click here.
Cost: FREE

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

This Saturday, bring your child to Home Depot’s Kids Workshop to help them learn a new woodworking skill and build their very own organizer to take home. Each Kids Workshop participant will receive a kid-sized orange apron (similar to a Home Depot associate apron) and an achievement pin. All workshops are free, but you should probably show up early to insure you have a kit for your little ones.

Details, details
What: For ages 5-12. Get more information about the workshop, here. When: Saturday, June 2, 2012 ~ 9:00AM to Noon
Where: Home Depot Home Improvement Stores. To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE!

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

Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.

Details, Details
What:
For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, June 3, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
    Saturday & Sunday,  June 2 & 3, 2012

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

Plus, if you attend this class, you can enjoy 10% OFF savings on same-day purchases from their stores.

Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.

Details, details
What:
For more information, click here.
When: 
June 2 & 3, 2012 ~ Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to
store, so be sure to call for exact times & date.

Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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Congratulations to all the kids (and teachers) who finished school this week ~ Let the summer fun begin!

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FREE! Fort Worth Sundance Square 2012 Outdoor Movie Series Starts June 7 ~ New Location!

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Downtown Fort Worth Sundance Square’s 2012 FREE outdoor movie series, Stars under the Stars, kicks off next week, Thursday, June 7, with the movie Cars.  Each Thursday evening in June, the Gateway Parking Lot (bordered by 4th St., Houston, 5th St., and Throckmorton) will convert to an outdoor movie theatre and will feature classic box-office hits on a giant 40′ x 20′ Airscreen.  Be sure to bring your picnic blankets or lawn chairs for seating.  Or if you like, folding chairs will also be available for a $2 rental fee.  Gates open at 7:30pm with the show starting at dusk (around 9pm).

Weekly Movie Night Schedule:

  • June 7       Cars
  • June 14     Secretariat
  • June 21     Hugo
  • June 28     Mission Impossible

“To-go” food items from the Sundance Square restaurants may be brought onto the lot but Sundance Square kindly requests that you do not bring in other outside food, drinks or coolers.  Please also leave your pets in the comfort and safety of your home.

Details, details
What: Learn more about Sundance Square’s FREE outdoor Movie Series,
Stars Under the Stars, here.
Where: Gateway Parking Lot ~ bordered by 4th Street, Houston Street, 5th Street and Throckmorton Street. Parking is FREE after 5 p.m. at all Sundance Square parking lots and garages.  Click here to find available FREE parking options.
When:  Movies take place every Thursday in June around dusk (about 9pm).
Gates open at 7:30pm. See movie schedule, here
Cost: FREE. You can rent a chair for $2 if you wish.

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

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Here’s another fun and FREE outdoor activity to kick off the summer ~ this Saturday, June 2,  anyone in Texas can fish without needing to purchase a state fishing license.  This is a great way to “test the waters” with the family without making a big investment.

:: Learn more here about Texas’ free fishing days.
::  Go here to view a complete  list of other free fishing days throughout the country in 2012.

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TODAY: Get A FREE Movie Download From Amazon

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Amazon released another nice freebie, but you’ll need to hurry, as it expires today. Receive a FREE $2 Amazon Instant Video credit when you enter the name of your favorite movie and share it on Facebook.  Learn more here.

Download credit expires today, May 29, 2012.

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FREE Museum Tickets For Active Duty Military ~ Over 1,500 Participating Museums!

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Blue Star Museums FREE for Military

Through Labor Day, active duty military and their families can get FREE admission to over 1,500 museums all around the country, thanks to the Blue Star Museums initiative.

The list of participating museums in the Fort Worth and Dallas area includes:

Fort Worth
Kimbell Art Museum
American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum
Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum
Veterans Memorial Air Park

Arlington
Arlington Historical Society

Dallas
Dallas Museum of Art
Dallas Heritage Village
Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance
Nasher Sculpture Center
Frontiers of Flight Museum
International Museum of Cultures
Meadows Museum
The Virtual Steam Car Museum,Inc.

Irving
National Scouting Museum

Mansfield
Mansfield Historical Museum and Heritage Center

McKinney
Collin County Farm Museum

Weatherford
The National Vietnam War Museum

Go here to find a list of all the 1,500+ participating museums across the U.S. ~ through Labor Day, September 3, 2012.

P.S.  To get the free admission, you will need to show your military ID.  The free offer is valid for the military ID holder plus up to five family members.  Spouses of deployed military are eligible to take part as well (go here for helpful information).

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You might also be interested in learning how to get FREE Sea World Tickets for Military Families at our recent post here.

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Frugal & Fun Fort Worth 2012 Memorial Day Weekend Events ~ May 25-28

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Subscribe to our blog updates, here (also FREE!).

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This weekend’s highlights include:

  • FREE Outdoor Evening Concert Series ~ Featuring Michael Martin Murphey, Ray Wylie Hubbard & More
  • FREE Friday Night Fireworks over Grapevine Lake
  • CHEAP Memorial Day Weekend at KellerFest Family Event
  • FREE Old Fashioned Memorial Day Veteran’s Celebration and Parade in Historic Granbury
  • FREE Star Gazing Party ~ Fort Worth Science & History Museum/Noble Planetarium
  • FREE Outdoor Family Event at Bass Pro Shops
  • FREE Woodworking Kids Clinics at  Lowes
  • FREE Landscape Seminar at Calloway’s Nursery
  • FREE Cowtown Opry Performance 
  • FREE Williams Sonoma Cooking Techniques Class

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:: FREE Concert Series at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington
Featuring Michael Martin Murphey and Ray Wylie Hubbard
Friday to Sunday ~ May 25 to 27, 2012

Join your family and friends to celebrate the kick off a long list of FREE concerts at the Levitt Pavilion in Arlington.  Friday night, they will be launching their summer calendar of free music, dance and performing arts – all under the stars! The performance schedule includes a wide span of music genres including jazz, pop, latin, country and even special events just for kids.  This weekends concert launch includes:

 Friday, May 25 – Michael Martin Murphey The cowboy crooner best known for “Wildfire”
 Saturday, May 26 – Ray Wylie Hubbard Legendary Texas troubadour and master storyteller
Sunday, May 27 – Asleep at the Wheel The Grammy-winning kings of Texas swing!

Be sure to bring along a lawn chair or blanket to comfortably enjoy the outdoor entertainment. Snacks or a picnic dinner, and beverages are allowed, but no glass containers please.

Details, details
What: To learn more about the Levitt Pavilion’s summer concert series and weekly artist line-up, click here.
Where:
Founders Plaza in Arlington, 100 W. Abram St. (Corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall). View the parking map for free parking options.
When: Concerts start at 8PM.  See complete schedule of concerts, here.
Cost: FREE Admission (food is extra).

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

 Friday, May 25, 2012 (and Every Friday through Labor Day)


Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular fireworks each Friday through the summer, now through Labor day. If you want to  add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks from the Gaylord Texan Resort parking garage roof ~ a great viewing platform, and they will have a music DJ, games for kids, giveaways, and food and beverages for purchase.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When:
 Every Friday through Labor Day
8:00-10:00PM ~ Family friendly games and activities
9:30PM ~ Fireworks over Lake Grapevine  (weather permitting)
Where: Gaylord Texan Resort ~ Level 5 of the Resort Garage.  Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort.  Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:00PM. Find a map of fireworks viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: CHEAP ~ KellerFest Memorial Day Weekend Family Event
Friday to Sunday, May 25-27, 2012

Enjoy the Memorial Day Weekend with your family at KellerFest ~ a fun weekend full of family fun and activities.  This three-day family festival, sponsored by the Greater Keller Chamber of Commerce, is filled with live music, food, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, carnival rides, games, and even hot air balloon rides.  

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday to Sunday, May 25 to 27, 2012.  Go here for a complete schedule of events.
Where: Keller Town Center ~ 1100 Bear Creek Parkway.  For directions and parking, click here.
Cost:  $5 per family maximum.  $2 for ages 12 and older. $1 for children ages 4-11, Seniors ages 62 and older, or anyone with a Military ID.  Free for children ages 3 and under.

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:: Old Fashioned Memorial Day Veteran’s Celebration and
Parade in Historic Granbury
Saturday to Monday, May 26 to 28, 2012

Botanic Gardens

Extend a well-deserved “thank you” to America’s veterans by joining the city of Granbury for their Memorial Day Veteran’s Celebration. This 3-day event will include a variety of foods from local restaurants, a cook-off, arts and crafts for purchase, games and an old-fashioned Memorial Day parade around Granbury Square.

Details, details
What: For more information about the Memorial Day Weekend Veteran’s Celebration in Granbury, click here.
When: Saturday to Sunday, May 26-28, 2012.  See schedule details here.
Memorial Day Veterans Parade ~ Monday, May 28 – 10:00AM
Where: Downtown Granbury Historical Square (Shanley Park)
Cost: Attendance is FREE!

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:: FREE ~ Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
Saturday, May 26, 2012

Join the Noble Planetarium staff for their FREE Star Gazing party Saturday night. You will find plenty of telescopes for viewing and lots of experts available to help you and your family navigate your way through the skies.

Details, details
What: For more info about Noble Planetarium’s Star Parties, click here.
When: Saturday, May 26 ~ begins at dusk (weather permitting) until 10:30PM
Where: In the parking lot, just south of the Science & History Museum at the corner of Montgomery and Harley. Click here for directions.
Cost: FREE

P.S. Noble Planetarium recommends a wonderful & FREE resource for star-gazing from the comfort of your backyard. If you would like a fun way to navigate the night sky, visit this link.

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:: FREE ~ Outdoor Summer Kick-off Family Event at Bass Pro Shops
    Saturday and Sunday, 
May 26 and 27, 2012

This weekend, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Outdoor Family
Fun Weekend Event. There will be FREE family photos, lots of FREE seminars offered, kids crafts, games, outdoor activities, contests and more!

Take a look at the full schedule of events here.

Details, details
What:
For more details on activities and events, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, May 26 & 27.  For a schedule of seminars and activities, click here.
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Ice Cream Truck Project
     Saturday, May 26, 2012

This Saturday, bring your child to a Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic to help them learn a new woodworking skill and make a FREE project to take home.  Your child will also receive a free apron, eye protection goggles, and more!

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, May 26, 2012 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where:
Lowes Home Improvement Stores
To find a participating location, click here.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Calloway’s Landscape and Gardening Seminar
Saturday, May 26, 2012

Learn how to design a beautiful yard without paying a professional at Calloways on Saturday! This  informational workshop will walk you through the basics of landscaping  your Texas terrain into a beautiful and inviting garden. From soil  health and preparation, to selecting the perfect plants for a simple landscape design, they’ll help you get started.

Details, details
What:
For more information about Calloway’s landscape seminar, go here.
When: Saturday, May 26, 2012 ~ 10:15am.
Where: All Calloway’s locations. Click here to find one near you.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Cowtown Opry Performance at the Fort Worth Stockyards
Sunday, May 27, 2012

Hear classic western music come to life as Cowtown Opry members perform a free music exhibition on the steps of the Livestock Exchange building. This live family friendly music event will take place every Sunday and will feature a different theme each week ~ Western Gospel music will be featured on the 5th Sunday of the month.

Details, Details
What:
For more information, visit the Cowtown Opry website.
When: Sunday, May 27, 2012, 2:00PM.
See the complete performance schedule here.
Where: The live performance will take place on the steps of the historic Livestock Exchange building ~ 131 East Exchange Ave. in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District.
Cost: FREE!

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
And, Get 10% OFF Your In-store Purchase!
Saturday and Sunday, May 26 & 27, 2012

Join Williams-Sonoma for two classes: Saturday’s class will provide culinary inspiration for perfecting grilled steaks, and Sunday’s class will focus on fresh ideas for using a Vitamix in your everyday cooking. You’ll Learn how to create new recipes that will impress your guests as well as healthy and delicious recipes using in-season produce.

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 and to view the current month’s schedule for Williams-Sonoma Cooking classes and demonstrations, click here.
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27, 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 Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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FREE Pasta Dish at Buca Di Beppo (With Purchase) ~ May 27 & 28

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Get a coupon for a FREE Pasta when you buy any large pasta or entrée at Buca Di Beppo.  The coupon is valid for dining on May 27 & 28.  Go here to learn more.

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Get Two FREE MP3 Song Downloads at Amazon

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Receive a FREE $2 Amazon MP3 download credit when you enter the name of your favorite song and share it on Facebook.  Download credit expires May 24, 2012.

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LIMITED AVAILABILITY: 50% OFF NRH2O Water Park Tickets ~ Frugal Moms & Dads, You’ll Want to Hurry!

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Hurry over to Ad Pages Daily Deal site and get 50% OFF NRH2O Water Park TicketsThere are a limited number of tickets available at this discount, so don’t wait very long if you plan to take advantage of this.  Go here to get this great deal and plan your fun in the sun!  Tickets valid through September 3, 2012.

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FREE Amon Carter Museum Family Storytime ~ Fun Summer Idea!

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

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

 

The dates and themes are:

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

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

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

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

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

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