Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events: November 11-13 Cheap & FREE Entertainment Roundup

This weekend’s highlights include:

• FREE 44th Annual Fort Worth Greek Festival
• FREE Salute to Our Veterans Musical Event
• FREE 2011 Fort Worth Veterans Day Parade
• FREE Family Fun Day at the Amon Carter Museum
• FREE Woodworking Skills Class for Kids at Lowes
• FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
• FREE Christmas Decorating Class at Pottery Barn
• FREE Christmas Craft Classes at Michael’s

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:: FREE 44th Annual Fort Worth Greek Festival…Friday-Sunday, November 11-13, 2011

The 44th Annual Greek Festival of Fort Worth will be held at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Fort Worth and will feature authentic Greek food, live Greek music & dance, and other festivities for the family.
Details, detailsWhat: To learn more about this festival, visit their website here. 
When: Friday-Sunday, November 11-13, 2011
Friday & Saturday 10:00AM to 10:00PM
Sunday 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Where: St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church,
2020 N.W. 21st Street, Fort Worth.
Directions and parking details can be found here.Cost: Entrance to event is FREE.  Food & prices can be found here.

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:: FREE Salute to Our Veterans Taps ’N  Tunes Musical Event…Friday, November 11, 2011

Taps ‘n Tunes Productions will be presenting a lively USO show of song
& dance to honor veterans. They have partnered with The Military Museum of Ft. Worth who will have a display of authentic military memorabilia.  Additionally, veterans will be available in the lobby to share their stories and answer questions (be sure to thank them for their service!). Appetizers and beverages will be offered and catered by Z’s Cafe.
Details, detailsWhat: For more information about the Taps ‘n Tunes event, go here.
When: Friday, November 11, 2011  6:00-8:30PM
Where: Scott Theater, Fort Worth Community Arts Center ~ 1300 Gendy Street
Cost: This event is free to the public but a reservation must be made for seating purposes.  Reservations can be made by calling (817) 268-0388.

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:: FREE Fort Worth Veterans Day Parade…Saturday, November 12, 2011

Pay tribute to the men and women who have served in the service of our country at the 2011 Veterans Day parade in Fort Worth.  The parade starts at La Grave Field, winds through downtown and then ends back at the Cat’s home field.  Veterans, you might also be interested in this list of FREE meals offered by local restaurants and other discounts just for you this weekend (go here).
Details, detailsWhat: This event is a terrific event honoring our country’s heroes and fun for all ages. For more information, go here.
When: Parade begins at 10:30AM on Saturday, November 12th 2011
Where: Downtown Fort Worth ~ Parade starts and ends at La Grave Field in Fort Worth.  View the parade anywhere along the parade route ~ from La Grave Field parking lot, the parade begins at Weatherford and Houston Streets, heads south on Houston, then East on 5th Street, North on Main Street, East on Weatherford Street and ends at Weatherford and Commerce Streets.
Cost: FREE

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:: FREE Amon Carter Family Fun Day at the Museum…Sunday, November 13, 2011

 

The Amon Carter museum is offering a fun afternoon for the whole family
with their program, Likeable Likenesses Family Fun day. The whole family will enjoy discovering portraits in the galleries and creating their own portraits too. Plus, enjoy storytime and refreshments at this fun family affair. 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, November 13, 2011 – 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)!

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:: FREE Lowes Build and Grow Clinic: Make a Science Lab…Saturday, November 12, 2011

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

Details, detailsWhat: For more information and to register, click here.When: Saturday, November 12, 2011 ~ 10:00-11:00AM
Where: Lowes Home Improvement Stores.
To find a participating location, click here.Cost: FREE

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
…Sunday, November 13, 2011

Thanksgiving is less than 2 weeks away – but it’s not too late to learn the basics of preparing potatoes, savory stuffings and other impressive sides that will make your Thanksgiving table both bountiful and memorable.

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

Details, details
What: For more information about this Williams-Sonoma class, click here.When: Sunday, November 13, 2011 ~ Note: 1 hour class times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact times & date. 
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.

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:: Learn Christmas Decorating Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Class
…Sunday, November 13, 2011

Get new ideas for decorating for Thanksgiving & Christmas!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store class, where they will share helpful tips for creating beautiful table and mantle displays for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place November 13, 2011. Times differ by store so be sure to call your local store to verify class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Michael’s Christmas Craft Classes…Saturday-Sunday, November 12-13 2011

Michael’s Arts & Crafts Stores are offering five FREE Christmas Craft Classes this weekend for both kids and adults ~ ranging from Martha Stewart Ornament Crafts to showing you how to make a real Gingerbread house. All classes are free, but some classes require a product purchase for hands-on participation. Check out the entire list here.  This craft event is FREE, but you should probably show up early to make sure there are enough craft supplies for you to participate.

Details, details
What: For more information on all 5 classes, click here.When: November 12 & 13 ~ class times vary.  Go here for details.
Where: All Michael’s Craft Stores. Go here to find a store near you.
Cost: FREE!


Thanks, frugalinfortworth