Cha Ching Dallas

Wing It
Let your spirits soar at the Rosine Smith Sammons Butterfly House and Insectarium Grand Opening Weekend from 10am-5pm Saturday-Sunday at Dallas' Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will kick things off at 9:45am Saturday, and families will enjoy crafts, live music, a balloon artist and more throughout the weekend. The butterfly house will help visitors learn about insects and botany year round. $4 adults; $3 seniors; $2 children ages 3-11; children younger than 3 free.

Wet and Wild
Spend a cool weekend on the lake with WaterFest at Willow Grove from 10am-6pm Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday at Lake Dallas' Willow Grove Park. You'll see Jet Ski races, wakeboarding demonstrations and more, and children will flock to the Kid Zone, which will include games and inflatables. Live entertainment by Hard Night's Day and the Rayla Ray Band will round out the fun. Don't forget the sunscreen! Free.
History Comes Alive

Learn a bit of Dallas history with the Old Red Museum Family Day from 11am-3pm Saturday at the downtown Dallas museum. Check out the opening day of the new exhibit Your Dallas: Lancaster Legacy and Legends while enjoying crafts, performances, tours and more. Admission during Family Day is $5 per person; regular admission is $8 adults; $6 seniors and $5 children ages 3-16.

Family Fiesta
Have some fiesta-style fun at the Diez y Seis Celebration at 7:30pm Saturday at Fort Worth's Artes de la Rosa. The family-friendly event will include face painting, folklorico dancing, live music and more, all in celebration of Mexico's Independence Day. Don't miss the tasty and authentic treats on offer from local restaurants! Free.

For the Children
Stand up – and get moving – for a good cause at the Fifth-Annual Heroes for Children 5K Run/Walk starting at 7:45am Saturday at Plano's Shops at Legacy. Participate in the one-mile familiy fun run or the 5K run/walk, and then treat the kids to bounce houses and a performance by children's favorite Eddie Coker. Locally based charity Heroes for Children helps Texas families affected by childhood cancer. $25-$12 for race registration. –Claudia King

Saturday, September 12th-
Lowes Build and Grow Clinic, build a drum 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Toys R Us Thomas & Friends Play Date 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lakeshore Crafts for Kids Build a Pencil Holder Pal 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Thanks Dallas Child and My City Mommy!

I was driving through Rockwall, TX today and saw several signs advertizing fun upcoming events. Rockwall is a great place if you are in the Dallas Metroplex or even planning a vacation and you are looking for fun family entertainment or even a great date night. From the Harbor to Shenaniganz there is so much this great city has to offer.

Here is a list of a few upcoming events for more go to rockwall.com:

Concert By the Lake Series in Rockwall TX
Every Thursday, 7:30 – 10pm
The Harbor Amphitheatre,
2047 Summer Lee Drive, Rockwall, TX, 75087
All concerts are FREE!
Please call 972.771.7740 for more information.

Looking for something fun to do Saturday morning? Head to Downtown Rockwall where you can enjoy a gourmet breakfast and shop for all kinds of unique finds. The Farmers Mkt. offers locally grown produce, herbs, fresh cut flowers and roasted coffee. And many of the Old Town Shoppes on the Square open early offering special promotions for Mkt. Saturday patrons! Farmers Mkt. is open from 8AM – Noon Saturdays May through September and is co-hosted by the Friends of Downtown & Rockwall Main Street…

Fishing Derby
Saturday, October 3, 2009, 9pm – 12am
Harry Myers Park, 815 E. Washington
Bring the kids out for a fun-filled morning of fishing and friendly fishing competition. Prizes will be given for the Biggest, Smallest, and First Fish caught in both age groups. Fishing will kick off promptly at 8:00am and prizes will be awarded for 8 & under age group and 9 - 14 age group!

Rockwall Rib Rub & Run
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Downtown Square
BBQ Competition, Live Music, Food Vendors, Kids ActivitiesSee the link for cook-off aplication and rules:For more information call Bethany Golden, Main Street Manager at 972.772.6400

Welcome to Family Friday!

Sherah from Cha Ching Dallas and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together.

If you have a blog and you post Family Fun money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Friday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

Free Events-Back to School Events-Labor Day Events
-August 15th:North East Mall -Center Court
Free Back to School Fashion Show at 1:00 p.m.
-Back to School Expo from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Center Court. Parents and students can meet one on one with participating organizations such as the Fort Worth Black Belt Academy, Texas Health Harris Methodist, Red Robin, Lenscrafters, The Wisdom Center and TKO Karate.Address:1101 Melbourne St. Hurst, TX 76053 Jun 3 - Aug 27
-Day Trip All Aboard Interurban Railway Museum, Plano Through Aug 31
-Books & PoetryKids Summer Reading Challenge Borders Books, Fort Worth
-Symphonic Saturdays Beckert Park, Addison May 29 - Aug 28 Storytime
-August 17th:Family Fun Night at Carrolton Library 7 p.m.
-August 21st Coppell Plaza Concert SeriesTown Center Plaza255 E. Parkway Blvd. 7-9 p.m
-August 28th Dive-in Movie in Flower MoundFM Community Activity Center1200 GeraultFree with admission to CAC
-September 4-6th City of Lewisvill Labor Day RodeoCall 212-534-8440 for location and pricing
-Sept 5th Home Depot Kids WorkshopWoodworking or craft 9 a.m.-12 p.m.http://www.homedepot.com/


Thanks My Dallas Mommy!





Print this coupon for a free appetizer with any entree purchase at Longhorn SteakHouse, exp 9/20!




Thanks STL Mommy!

Family Program: Nature Arts and Crafts Aug 15
Summer Salsa Aug 15
Family workshop: The Frame Project Aug 15

Thanks Dallas Child!
Here is a great website for resturants and events in the Dallas area from the Dallas Morning News called Guide Live.

Welcome to Family Friday!

Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together.

If you have a blog and you post Family Fun money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Friday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

If you plan on eating out this weekend here are some great coupons:

Print this coupon for Qdoba Mexican Grill to get a FREE order of chips and 3 cheese queso. This offer is valid until 8/15/09.
Jack in the Box is offering us two free tacos again on Tuesday 8/11/09! Print this coupon and head to your local Jack in the Box for your freebies!
Print this coupon for Mimi's Cafe for a FREE Desert with the purchase of any meal priced at $10.00 or more! This coupon expires August 13, 2009.
Take this printable coupon to any Corner Bakery to get a FREE Medium Coffee with the purchase of any entrée from the breakfast menu. Offer expires 8/31.
SouperSalad, $5.99 Buffet for up to 4 people! Coupon expires 8/31/09. Take advantage now if you can!
Kids eat free at Ikea through August 16th! See your IKEA store for details!
Coupon for Auntie Annes Pretzels
If you join the Macaroni Grill Mack Pack email list you get a free appetizer.
Sign up for the Club Fondue with the Melting Pot and get free fondue for two.
Join the Einstein Bros E-Club and receive a coupon for a buy 1 get 1 free Breakfast or Lunch Sandwich! For a location near you visit Einstein Bros Bagels store locator.
The folks at Maggie Moo's Ice Cream have printable coupons for $3 off a cake and $1 off a smoothie in honor of National Ice Cream Month!

If you are doing some back to school shopping ...

Print this coupon to save 20% off of your entire purchase during the Express Friends and Family event, August 7th - 8th. The 20% off coupon is valid at Express or Express Men stores and online with the coupon code: 3713.
Aeropostale is having their Friends and Family event August 6th - 9th although it excludes clearance items. Use this coupon in stores or use the coupon code FRIEND8689 online.
The Walgreens $5 off of $25 coupon has been extended through August 8th (today!!! so get shopping)!
Go to Old Navy Weekly to try and find more coupons. Here is a coupon update to help you find some of the new coupons from STL Mommy.
CVS 8/9 - 8/15 weekly deals preview and coupon match ups from Cha Ching Queen.
For Kohls Click HERE Shop online and use code THEBIG20 to save 20% plus FREE shipping on orders over $100 or use code SAVE15NAUG to save 15% on any order. To shop in-store, click HERE to print the coupon. Valid Friday through Sunday only (August 7-9)
Another Famous Footwear coupon. This one is good for 15% off. Enter BTSFF15 here to save 15% on your Back to School purchases at FamousFootwear.com. Expires 9/19/09.

All Aboard!!! Enjoy a tour on the restored Post Office Railway Car 360, plus stories about trains, train passengers, train employees and train cargo. Reservations required. Adjacent to Haggard Park with picnic tables, a small pond and a playground.This event or venue can accommodate children with special needs.The Interurban Railway Museum is wheelchair accessible.

Or for more train adventures you can head to the beautiful historic city of Grapevine for an exciting adventure of Old West shootouts that will keep any young cowboy or cowgirl entertained.

Where:
Grapevine Vintage Railroad 705 S. Main St.Grapevine, TX
When:
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Phone:
817/625-7245
http://www.grapevinetexasusa.com/
Map:
Click for map

Today in Ft. Worth, July 31st

Grab a blanket and lawn chairs and head over to Movie Night at dusk tonight at Arlington's Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts. Tonight's film is the family-friendly Inkheart starring Brendan Fraser. You'll see a storybook world come to life with cool special effects! Free.

Today in Dallas, July 31st

Creative girls ages 8 and older will channel their inner artist at Julie's Paper Butterfly Craft from 4-6pm today at the American Girl Boutique and Bistro at Dallas' Galleria. They'll decorate paper butterflies just like American Girl Julie might have made in the 1970s. Groovy! Free.

Thanks Dallas Child!

Welcome to Family Friday!

Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together. If you have a blog and you post Family Fun money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Friday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

Money Saving Family Ideas for the weekend.

Places to eat for free/cheap this weekend (thanks to Cha Ching Queen):
Marie Callender's Coupons - Free Entree and 20% off total
Restaurant.com - Gift Certificates at local restaurants for 80% off. Click here and type NAPKIN at checkout.
Sonic Chillers 99 cent Coupons
Wendy's - $1 off Asian Chicken
Rainforest Cafe $10 off $25 Printable Coupon
Free Arby's Roastburger Coupon
Mimi's Cafe - Free Dessert Coupon
Denny's: Buy one entree and two drinks, get one salad entree free
Abuelo's: Free entree with the purchase of an entree, plus free drinks when you sign up for Abuelo's eClub here.

Click here to see a great Famous Footwear coupon, and places to save on back to school supplies (is it really already time for that!) as well as great deals on Amazon.com!

Entertainment:

Yee-Haw!
Have some Western-style fun with the National Day of the American Cowboy at 11am Saturday at Fort Worth's Stockyards Station. This family-friendly event will include live music, Legends of Texas gunfight shows, games, stagecoach rides and more. Admission is free, but some events may have a small fee.

Fairy Tale Fun
See a famous tale come to life with Little Red Riding Hood: The Melodrama, presented by the Dallas Puppet Theater, at 11am Friday and Saturday and 2pm Saturday and Sunday at The Women's Museum in Dallas. You'll see all your favorite characters, including Red, her grandmother and the bad wolf. $7 adults; $6 children ages 2-18.
A Little Night Music

Enjoy great tunes in the great outdoors at the Free Starrise Concert at 8:15pm Friday outside of the Denton Civic Center. Performers with the Childbloom Guitar Program are set to perform. The concert series will continue every Friday through Aug. 7. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and hear talented musicians wow the crowd. (Free)

A Trip to the Museum
Have a fun educational experience at the traveling exhibit Abraham Lincoln: Self-Made in America from 10am-4pm Friday and Saturday and 12-4pm Sunday at the Dallas Heritage Village. You'll see reproduction artifacts from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, including items from Honest Abe's childhood and election. $5 adults; $4 seniors; $3 children ages 4-12; children younger than 4 free

Thanks Dallas Child

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Free Kids Summer Space Camp- Borders
Borders Free Space Camp Saturday, July 25, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Events may vary by store... check your local store for specific events too! To mark the 40th anniversary of the moon landing, bring out your inner astronaut for an afternoon of Space fun. Featuring a space-age schedule of cool astronaut and spacewalk games, solar system crafts and trivia, and other out-of-this-world activities. Want to keep up with the free stuff, coupons, and ways to save money?

Thanks My Dallas Mommy!

Welcome to Family Friday!

Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together.

If you have a blog and you post Family Fun money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Friday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

Entertainment:
Dave and Buster's : Get $10 of free games with the purchase of a $10 game play card here with this Dave and Buster's printable coupon.

Events at Nasher Sculpture Center

Friday: Families can bring blankets to enjoy the Nasher's outdoor garden movie series.

The Target First Saturdays program features a different theme each month and a NasherKids Passport with take-home activity cards and chances to win prizes for multiple visits. Activities include an art scavenger hunt, sculpture demo, family tours, yoga in the garden, storytime, and more.

Here is the site with all the movies, and First Saturday activities and times.

If you are a fan of bike ridding:
Cedar Hill State Park at 1570 FM 1382, ten miles south of Dallas has the best bike trails. For information, call 972-291-3900.

Places to eat for free/cheap this weekend:
Now, you can save 70% at Restaurant.com until July 13. Click here and type SEVENTY at checkout.
7-11 : Saturday July 11th, get your free Slurpee at 7-11 from 7am to 11pm.
Rainforest Cafe $10 off $25 Printable Coupon
Free Arby's Roastburger Coupon
Mimi's Cafe - Free Dessert Coupon
Chick-Fil-A: Dress like a Cow = Free Food July 10
Jamba Juice BOGO Free Smoothie Coupon
Free Restaurant Coupons at MyPoints Find coupons and discounts to great restaurants. Join MyPoints today.

I am playing catch up today because this has been a very busy week including a trip to the Great Wolf Lodge for a quick family vacation. We had a blast and I am so glad we were able to use a coupon to save money on our stay. Needless to say I have some catching up to do.

For Menu Monday (June 29) :

I found some yummy recipes from 5$ Dinners.
With this summer heat it is sometimes hard to sit down to a warm dinner. This is a great recipe for a dinner that is good warm or cold.

Balsamic Chicken Pasta Salad
Ingredients:
3 cups rotini pasta noodles
1 package chicken tenderloins
1 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing, divided
2 carrots
1 green pepper
1/2 zucchini
Fresh basil
Fresh parsley
Salt/Pepper, to taste

Directions:
1. In medium saucepan, cook pasta noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Add to serving bowl with 1/2 cup of balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
2. Place chicken tenderloins (dice them first if you like…I didn’t, because I find it easier to cut cooked chicken than raw chicken) into medium skillet with other 1/2 cup of balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Saute for 4-5 minutes each side, or until tenderloins are no longer pink in the middle.
3. Meanwhile, peel and chop carrot. Core, seed and dice green pepper. Dice 1/2 of a large zucchini. Chop fresh basil and parsley.
4. Once chicken has cooked through, toss veggies with chopped fresh basil and parsley into the skillet with the chicken. Add 1/2 - 3/4 cups of water.
5. Cover and let steam for 4-5 minutes, or until zucchinis become translucent. Once steamed, take “sharp” metal spatula or knife and cut the chicken tenderloins into bite size pieces.
6. Once cooked, toss chicken and veggies with pasta and dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optional: Add a few shakes of Parmesan cheese to each serving. Serve warm or refrigerate at least 2 hours and serve chilled.
7. Serve Balsamic Chicken Pasta Salad.

July 4th Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 banana
1 cup of milk, rice milk or yogurt
6 large strawberries
About 1 cup blueberries
2 Tbsp ground flaxseed (optional)
2 Tbsp favorite sweetener, like honey, agave syrup or sugar
Enough water to cover all the fruit (about 3-4 cups)

Directions:
1. Add all ingredients and blend until smooth.
2. Drink and Enjoy!

Thank You 5$Dinners!

*Always check here for coupons (new month so new coupons!) as well as the dallas coupon bank before heading to the store.

Tell About it Tuesday (June 30):

Tuesday we went to The Great Wolf Lodge. I highly recommend going there for a fun family vacation but with the warning that you need to come prepared to play not to rest. We had a blast and really enjoyed our stay. We also enjoyed driving around Historical Grapevine, TX. If you plan on going to The Great Wolf be sure to stop by the dallas coupon bank for a 20% off discount first. Also I would not recommend buying a "Pup Pass." The pass is for a stuffed animal, T-shirt, 2 free drinks and souvenir cups, and 20 game tokens. Really you can get more for your money without purchasing the pass. Next time we go we will also plan on bringing more food from home to save money especially with a refrigerator and microwave in every room.

If you have a blog or any tips that you would like to tell us about please leave a comment or email me. Thanks!

Win It Wednesday (July 1):

Huge Coupon Giveaway –Enter 3 Times a day on Cha Ching Queen (Ends July 6)

Mr. Linky list of blog giveaways for this week:
Deal Seeking Mom here
Money Saving Mom here

Susan from cravingthesavings.com is giving away four tickets to the Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus' opening night in Dallas (July 29).

Thrifty Thursday (July 2-Today):

Welcome to Thrifty Thursday!
Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post new and/or recap money saving tips since the last week. We will discuss everyday ways you can save money.If you have a blog and you post money saving tips and would like to be featured in "Thrifty Thursday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

Thrifty tip for this week:

Are you a Deal Shark?
Here’s a great article about Deal Sharks (the best online shoppers). The key is to use malls and physical stores to look at a product and make sure it is what you want, but then buy the product online. Research is also important. Use comparison sites and find out how to layer (combine coupon codes, rebates, discounts).
Here are few sites for info on layers Ben's Bargains, Deals of America, My Bargain Buddy and SlickDeals
Always be on the lookout for a good deal even if you don’t need the item right away. One shopping seizes the deals and then stores them for later use as gifts.Even if you don’t do much online shopping there are some sites that will compare product prices at stores in your area. One example is shoplocal. Subscribe to mailing lists. Yes, you’ll get lots of junk, but you could also get some great coupons. That is how I got a 30% off coupon for Old Navy/Gap/Banana Republic. If you just can’t seem to find a good deal, ask for help. There are lots of sites with forums where people post questions or requests for coupon codes. A couple include fatwallet.com and slickdeals.net
Thank you Rachel!

Tomorrow Family Fridays (July 3):

Happy 4th of July Weekend! God Bless America!

Welcome back to Family Friday!
Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together.If you have a blog and you post Family Fun money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Friday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

Local 4th of July Event Websites:
Addison Kaboom Town
Arlington 4th of July Parade
Frisco Freedom Fest
Grapevine 4th of July on the Lake
Lewisville Red, White & Lewisville
Liberty By The Lake Celebration
Plano Independence Day Parade
Richardson 4th Of July Celebration

Ft Worth Activities
DFW July 4th events
The most complete list in town. Find your fireworks here.
www.PegasusNews.com
Star Spangled 4th
Jul 4, 10 a.m.-midnight. Enjoy a crafts, live music and entertainment, art, car and motorcycle show, parade, and fireworks at the Firewheel Town Center in Garland. Free.
Dallas Booms! at Fair Park
Jul 4, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Live music, free museum admission after 4 p.m., and food will be available at Fair Park. And fireworks will go off after dark, too, of course. Please leave the coolers at home, but bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome.

July 4th Crafts & Recipes
Quick & Easy July 4th Recipes & American Flag Crafts Ideas!
Family.go.com

The Ballpark In Arlington

Have a safe and fun 4th of July weekend!

Welcome back to Family Friday!
Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together.
If you have a blog and you post Family Fun money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Friday" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

Happy Father's Day Weekend! For Great Father's Day gifts and free stuff visit Cha Ching Queen's Father's Day Blog.

Attention all Teachers;
Teachers' Summer Break Special

Now through September 6, teachers can stay at the luxurious Gaylord Texan for just $99 per night!

Dates: Now through September 6, 2009
Price: From $99* per night. Must show valid school administrator ID at check-in. Bonus Offer! Teachers also receive 20% off at Relâche Spa & Salon, on site at the hotel.

To Book: Call (817) 778-2000 and mention code TEACHER. or, book online now!

Unforgettable Anniversary
Celebrate a day you'll always remember with an anniversary you'll never forget.
The Gaylord Texan is also offering special Anniversary packages. Book the first night during your Anniversary month and get the second night FREE.
Availability: Get your second night free when you book the first night during the month of your anniversary.* Offer valid now through August 30, 2010.

To Book: Call (817) 778-2000. This package is available by phone only.

Save 20% at the Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine TX, when you use the coupon code GREEN. This offer expires July 1, 2009, but you can go online and book your stay for anytime this summer with the code as long as you book before July 1. If you join the E-pack Great Wolf Lodge email list you will get additional discounts and offers.

Dallas Family Fun This Weekend:

A Lot on the Line
Young anglers (up to age 16) will cast their lines at Fishing for Fun from 9-11:30am Saturday at Keller's Bear Creek Park Pond. The pond will be stocked with catfish for the event, and the kids will enjoy contests, drawings and more. Bring your own poles and bait; parents should plan to stay at the event. Free.

Dive In!
Grab your bathing suit and sunscreen and head to Splish Splash Storytime at 10am Friday at Denton's Water Works Park. Kids of all ages will battle their summer boredom with stories, puppets and a bit of splashing in the children's water park area. The storytime will end at 10:45am; after that, families must pay regular park admission. Free.

If you are looking for a fun bonding experience with your pre-teen or teen:

Late-Night Learning
Enjoy some art after dark at Late Night at the Dallas Museum of Art from 6pm-12am Friday. The museum will offer fun activities for children of all ages (and their art-loving parents!), including crafts, kid-friendly yoga and bedtime stories with the museum's children's mascot, Arturo. $10 adults; $7 seniors; children younger than 12 free.

Thank you Dallas Child

Welcome to Family Fridays! Rachel from Cha Ching Queen and I will post family fun activities and ideas for the upcoming week/weekend. We will share ways you can save money while enjoying family time together. If you have a blog and you post money saving tips or if you have any fun family ideas and would like to be featured in "Family Fridays" send your info by email (can be found in about page) or leave a comment below.

This Friday I had to try and post weather appropriate activities with rain in the forecast. Be looking for upcoming Amusement Park/Water Park coupons as well other fun summer activities. Enjoy!

With all the rain in the forecast Chuch E. Cheese's is a great solution to fun indoor play. Here are some great coupons so you can save money while enjoying fun family time and good pizza.

Thanks to Mommy Saves Big

Adventure Landing is fun for the whole family with miniture golf, arcades, laser tag, adventure speedway go-karts, batting cages, teddy bear factory, and bumper boats. Here are some great web coupons if you buy your tickets online.

If the weather permits you can let your creative side loose at the annual CityArts Celebration from 8-10pm Friday, 11am-10pm Saturday and 11am-6pm Sunday in the Dallas Arts District. Art lovers of all ages will enjoy tours of Dallas' best museums, plus live music, dancing, culinary treats and more. Kids will flock to the fun children's area featuring crafts, stories and more. Free. thanks to dallaschild.com

The Dallas Arboretum has buy one get one free adult admission on Wednesdays. Bring this coupon with you. By Wednesday the weather should be great for a trip to the Arboretum for some summer fun.