The holidays have us feeling extra Santa-mental | Photo via @hayniesgreenacres
There’s something special about decorating your home with a real tree — whether that be the excitement of picking out the perfect pine for your space or the fresh, woodyfragrance that fills your home. Purchasing a real tree also supports local farms, so it’s a win-win in our book.
Optimist Club Christmas Trees, Farrington Field, 1501 University Dr., Fort Worth Hours: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday + Sunday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
This local shopping experience has been around for 69 years and offers fresh-cut trees shipped from the Pacific Northwest. The sales are the primary fundraiser for the Optimist Club of Fort Worth, which supports local programs for 1,200 children.
Haynie’s Green Acres, 10405 Shannon Valley Dr., Crowley Hours: Monday-Friday 2-5:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Sunday 12-5:30 p.m.
The family-owned farm closed its fields this year due to the drought but you can purchase pre-cut northern Fraser firsand signature flocked trees in bright colors like white, red, pink, and blue. Bonus: The farm partnered with the Hallmark Channel for a weekend full of festivities with Santa, goodies, and holiday movies on Saturday, Dec. 3 + Sunday, Dec. 4.
Mainstay Farm Park, 1004 W. Bethesda Rd., Cleburne Hours: Saturday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Cut your own tree and find a handcrafted fresh wreath at this 70-acre park. Plan for a day full of activities including a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a Ferris wheel, a sledding hill + 30 other kid-friendly attractions.
Cut your own Leyland Cypress, Arizona Cypress, or choose a pre-cut Fraser fir that best fits your home. Afterward, jump on the tractor-pulled hayride and warm up with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies.
My Fair Lady | Wednesday, Nov. 30-Sunday, Dec. 4 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth | $44-$78 | Direct from the Lincoln Center Theater comes a stunning new production of a classic musical sure to have you saying, “I could have danced all night!"*
Thursday, Dec. 1
Bookish | Thursday, Dec. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | Free | Join the quarterly art lover’s book club and chat about this month’s featured book, “There There” by Tommy Orange.
Friday, Dec. 2
“Annie” | Friday, Dec. 2 | 7-10 p.m. | Truett Auditorium, 2001 W. Seminary Dr., Fort Worth | $25 | The Spellmon Fine Arts Academy presents “ANNIE: TSFAA Style.”
Saturday, Dec. 3
Big 12 Championship | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 11 a.m. | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington | $81+ | Watch the undefeated Horned Frogs take on Big 12 rivals Kansas State.
Cowgirl Christmas in the Park | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Alice Walton Cowgirl Park, 3488 Harley Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Shop local vendors and take photos with Santa during this community event hosted by the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.
We have amonthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
With multiple parks + nearby schools, Stonegate is a great option for young families. | Photo by FTWtoday
Up next on our FTW Neighborhoods Guide — a series in which we’re partnering with Williams Trew to walk y’all through 32 neighborhoods around Cowtown — is the Stonegate neighborhood in southwest Fort Worth. 🏡
Need to know Stonegate is a gated, guarded neighborhood near the playground, green areas + jogging trails of Overton Park.
Located just east of Hulen St. and the Chisholm Trail Parkway,Stonegate provides an old-fashioned neighborhood feel while offering an easy commute to downtown.
Bonus: It sits within walking distance to Tanglewood Elementary School, grocery shopping (looking at you, Trader Joe’s), and dining.
Can’t miss Previously home to the historic (and infamous) Stonegate Mansion, the neighborhood is highly sought-after and homes on the market can be difficult to come by. If your heart is set on calling Stonegate home, the experts at Williams Trew Real Estate can help.*
Looking for a job in education? Fort Worth ISD is hosting career fairs on Friday, Dec. 2 and Thursday, Dec. 10. Open positions include campus administrators, teachers, nurses, and district operations. Explore the available positions and register in advance. đź’Ľ
Closed
M&M Steak House — a beloved restaurant in the Stockyards — has closed its doors for good. The restaurant shut down in 2020 due to the pandemic and never reopened. It’s been a staple at 1109 NW 28th St. since 1965. Owner Keith Kidwell said the location is now available for rent. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Community
Fort Worth Public Art is holding a community meeting to discuss the public art master plan for Heritage Park. A virtual conversation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. to discuss how the plan will reveal the area’s rich cultural history. RSVP to receive a Zoom link. 🗣️
Award
Calling all Horned Frogs — Coach Sonny Dykes is nominated for the Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year Award. You can cast your vote once every 24 hours, if you try to vote more often, your votes could be removed. Vote here. 🏆
Plan Ahead
Santa’s coming downtown this Friday, Dec. 2. Head to Burnett Plaza at 5 p.m. to visit and take photos with Santa ahead of a free streaming of “Elf” at 7 p.m. Warm beverages and light bites will be available for purchase from Neighbor’s House. 🎄
Sports
AT&T Stadium in Arlington was selected by the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Committee to host the 2030 Men’s Final Four game. This is the second time AT&T Stadium has earned the honor — in 2014, nearly 80,000 fans packed the stadium as UConn edged out Kentucky for the National Championship. 🏀
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Today Is
The Fort Worth Fire Department’s129th birthday. The department serves just under 950,000 residents with 43 stations and 925 firefighters. Take a look back at how fire engines have changed over the century. Thank you FWFD for all your hard work. 🎂
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Seasonal
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We don’t want to be dramatic, Cowtown, but there’s only one right way to celebrate the holiday season: with ice skating and hot cocoa. We’re gliding into December with a roundup of local ice rinks around the metro.
Stockyards Rodeo Rink | Open through Feb. 5, 2023 Tickets are $20. Pro tip: Save $5 when you purchase a ticket in combination with any coliseum event.
Head to the lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building (121 E. Exchange Ave.) to check out the brand-new ice rink, Cowboy Santa’s Winter Wonderland, live music, and family activities.
Located in front of Grapevine Main Station (815 S. Main St.), the ice rink is the largest outdoor ice rink in North Texas totaling 4,500 sqft.
Enchant Christmas Ice Rink | Open through Jan. 1, 2023 Tickets are $17 + entrance to the park starts at $20.
Located inside Fair Park’s winter wonderland (1438 Coliseum), guests can glide through a magical forest with towering trees, giant ornaments, and millions of glittering bulbs.
Editor’s pick: The iconic GM Financial Parade of Lights kicked off the holiday season on Sunday, Nov. 20 in downtown Cowtown. If you’re like me and missed out on the two-hour event, you can still catch it all from the comfort of your home. Click here to watch.
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