The Jones

• By the numbers: 408 total units, a 10-story parking garage with 510 parking spaces, a public corridor, and 7,000 sqft of retail space.

• What’s next: The Downtown Design Review Board approved the latest plans on Thursday, Dec. 1, which include new renderings for the exterior. The changes will enhance the focus on retail space. The project will go through several more rounds of approval.

Evans and Rosedale Business and Cultural District

• By the numbers: 292 multifamily units, 28 live-work units, 20 townhomes, parks, and other public spaces.

• What’s next: Construction is expected to start in the spring of 2023.

R. Vickery Elementary School

• By the numbers: The property is valued at $1.5 million by the Tarrant Appraisal District.

• What’s next: Beta Tau Lambda — the local chapter of the historically Black fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha Inc. — is looking to revitalize the site. The city council is expected to consider the project proposal in January. Once the sale is finalized, community input meetings will be planned.

• Rod Wave | Thursday, Dec. 8 | 8 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $132+ | The American rapper and singer is bringing his “Beautiful Mind” tour to Cowtown with special guests Toosii and Mariah the Scientist.

• Panther City Lacrosse | Friday, Dec. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $21+ | The Panther City Lacrosse Club will host the Las Vegas Desert Dogs in their home opener.

• Festivus Holiday Light Tour | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 6-9 p.m. | One Safe Place, 1100 Hemphill St., Fort Worth | Cost of purchase | Take a light tour around the Fairmount neighborhood + enjoy snacks, a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and raffles.
• Holiday in the Garden | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth | $10+ | Wandering Roots Market is hosting a Sip and Shop pop-up market with 50+ local vendors, food trucks, and a visit from Santa.
• Dusty Biscuit Pop-up | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Crude Craft Coffee Bar, 804 S. Main St., Fort Worth | Cost of purchase | Snack on fresh beignets from Dusty Biscuits and craft coffee to celebrate the 4th birthday of CRUDE.

• Merry on Magnolia | Sunday, Dec. 11 | 12-5 p.m. | Magnolia Avenue, Fort Worth | Cost of purchase | Shop small this Sunday with dozens of local businesses and vendors on Magnolia Avenue.

• Holiday Fiesta | Monday, Dec. 12 | 6 p.m. | Indulge, 425 W. 3rd St., Fort Worth | $89 | Learn how to make a plant-based fiesta menu with roasted salsa, stuffed poblano peppers, smoke tomato sauce, jicama salad + Mexican hot chocolate cookies.

• 73º | Isolated thunderstorms | 30% chance of rain ⛈️

• Dinner with a view — downtown’s Branch & Bird is remodeling. The restaurant — located on the 12th floor of Frost Tower (640 Taylor St.) — is adding a bar, cocktail lounge, and additional dining space. The restaurant will remain open throughout the renovation. 🍽️

• We’re learning more about the new Italian restaurant, Osteria 61, located inside First on 7th (500 W. 7th St.). The concept, run by chef Blaine Staniford, will serve traditional Italian dishes like house-made mozzarella, handmade pasta, and grilled meats and fish. It’s expected to open in early 2023. 🍝 (CultureMap Fort Worth)

• TCU football is racking up the awards — offensive coordinator Garrett Riley received the Broyles Award for the top assistant coach in the nation. Quarterback Max Duggan is also a finalist for the Heisman Trophy. The prestigious award will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 10. 🏆

• It’s always Sonny at TCU, at least for another six years. Head coach Sonny Dykes agreed to a one-year contract extension, which will now go through 2028. The extension comes with a pay increase, with sources saying he’ll be one of the highest-paid coaches in the Big 12. 💰 (The Dallas Morning News)

• Upgrade your Italian cooking game with a class at Panther Island Brewing (501 N. Main St.) on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 4 p.m. The brewery will transform into a culinary studio for a pasta-making class with private chef Na’Tori. Tickets are $55. 🍴

• The Modern is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a free admission weekend Friday, Dec. 16-Sunday, Dec. 18. Through the end of the year, guests can also enjoy free admission every Friday. Be sure to check out The Modern Lights — a stunning display of illuminated trees. 🎄

• No. 4. That’s what Dickies Arena ranked on Billboard’s Year-End Boxscore for venues with a capacity of 10,001-15,000. In 2022, the arena saw more than 589,000 total attendees, hosted 79 shows, and had a gross total of $44.4 million. The venue opened in November 2019. 🎟️

• Three local golf courses are featured on Avid Golfer’s list of the “Best of Public Golf 2022.” Rockwood Park Golf Course ranked No. 10 in DFW West rankings and was named “Best Value.” Meadowbrook and Pecan Valley River courses received honorable mentions. ⛳

• Electronics company Samsung has leased the Fort Worth Logistics Hub Building 1 in south Fort Worth. The 670,941-sqft space is part of VanTrust’s 75-acre logistics hub at 9450 Burleson Cardinal Rd.

• ‘Tis the season to shop items from our online shop Six & Main. Our gift guides feature shirts, jewelry, gourmet popcorn, coffee, and more. There’s no time to waste, let the shopping begin. 🛍️

• Give the gift of a quality shave month after month with a Harry’s trial set and blade subscription. Choose your handle color, refill frequency, and let the good shave days roll in for as little as $5 on sign-up (yes, you heard that right). 🪒*