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Your one-stop love shop 💘

Six & Main is our online store where we show love to local artisans from our sister markets across the nation. | Photo by 6AM City

We’re head over heels for our readers. As we enter the month of love, we want to show our love by helping you choose the sweetest gifts from our online shop, Six & Main, which showcases local artists and small businesses from around the country.

Whether you plan to spend Valentine’s Day with your significant other, friends, or family — or simply by treating yourself — these goods will have you falling in love at first sight.

Taste the love 🍫

Indulge in hand-painted chocolates in this Valentine’s Day 12 Piece Bonbon Gift Box by Marble & Steel Craft Chocolates. Don’t forget to toast to love with a colorful cocktail glass from AlanaKayART, which pairs perfectly with this strawberry lemonade mixer from Simple Times Mixers.

Read the love 💌

Write something sweet to someone special using the “You Make Me Happy” card by Joy Paper Co. If you’re feeling extra smitten, let them know they’re “Quite the Catch.”

Show the love 🎨

No brushes or paint needed for this gift of art. Gift (or keep) this peonies watercolor painting by Kelsey Nichols Art or the “Smiling Faces Beautiful Places” by Dream a little ART SC.

Smell the love 🕯️

Let the mood fill the room with this rosemary sage candle by Resolute Candles, or smell the aroma of Venice with this bellini candle by Wixology Candle Company.

Wear the love ❤️

For the jewelry lovers, check out these heart necklaces from Eleven + Jane. What’s even sweeter? There are matching heart earrings to go with it. If you’d rather don on a love-inspired shirt, this flamingo button-down from Block + Ink is the perfect fit.

There’s more love to go around. Click the button below to explore the entire Valentine’s Day Gift Guide.

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Monday, Jan. 30

FWSSR Pro Rodeo Tournament | Monday, Jan. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $30-$75 | Active service members, veterans, and their families receive complimentary access to the rodeo and Stock Show grounds today for Military Appreciation Day.

Tuesday, Jan. 31

TCU Men’s Basketball | Tuesday, Jan. 31 | 8-10 p.m. | Schollmaier Arena, 3000 Stadium Dr., Fort Worth | $15-$75 | Watch the Horned Frogs tip off against the West Virginia Mountaineers.

Wednesday, Feb. 1

We Run Wednesday’s | Wednesday, Feb. 1 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Trailhead at Clearfork, 4801 Edwards Ranch Rd., Fort Worth | Free | Run, walk, skip, or stroll + encourage others to reach their personal best.

Thursday, Feb. 2

John Anderson | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 7 p.m. | Will Rogers Auditorium, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $45-$96 | Catch the country music legend with special guest Bryan White.

Friday, Feb. 3

First Fri-YAY | Friday, Feb. 3 | 12 a.m.-11 p.m. | Fort Worth Bike Sharing Stations, Fort Worth | Free | Explore the city on wheels with a free bike rental courtesy of Fort Worth Bike Sharing and the Blue Zones Project.

Saturday, Feb. 4

Drawing the Garden | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth | $30-$35 | Engage your inner artist and master drawing techniques in the Beggs Courtyard — registration closes Wednesday, Feb. 1.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Calling all parents: Here’s a unique (and tuition-free) school option

Chapel Hill Academy focuses on the whole child, believing academic success is related to students’ emotional and mental well-being. | Photo by Darah Hubbard

Looking to change your child’s education? Enter: Chapel Hill Academy, a tuition-free public charter school for pre-K through eighth grade operated by Lena Pope, a local nonprofit that has been working with children + families since 1930. The student-centered academic approach focuses on whole-child development, individual interests, and diversity.

Pro tip: Students residing in 16 different school districts can attend CHA. See if your student is eligible and how to apply (hint: the next round of enrollment ends Thursday, Feb. 23).*

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Weather

34º | Scattered showers | 60% chance of rain
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for North Texas from today at 12 p.m. to Wednesday at 9 a.m. Freezing rain may make roads icy and hazardous. Exercise caution when driving, particularly on elevated surfaces and bridges. ❄️

Civic

The city is undertaking a study of the Fort Worth Community Arts Center and Scott Theater (1300 Gendry St.). At last week’s meeting, city council appointed a task force to evaluate the estimated $26 million in repairs the facility needs. The task force will report back on Thursday, May 2.

Opening

Fort Worth’s original dumpling house is cutting the ribbon on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. Head to The Pantry on Magnolia (across from Paris Coffee Shop) for a grand opening ceremony featuring a flight of Asian fusion dumplings and a complimentary artisan cookie. 🥟

Eat

Who’s up for some breakfast tacos? Mamaká Bowls in WestBend — known for acaí bowls loaded with fresh fruit — is expanding its menu to include potato, egg, and cheese breakfast tacos. Grab one today. 🌮

Watch

Mark your calendars for the next film in the free Movies that Matter series. Catch “The Antidote” — a collection of stories that celebrate kindness and community — Thursday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. at The Modern. Watch the trailer. 🎬

Number

$803 million. That’s how much money American Airlines made in the fourth quarter of 2022. At an investor meeting last week, the Fort Worth-based airline reported $127 million in profit last year and plans to pay down its $15 billion debt by the end of 2025. ✈️

Jobs

Interested in working for the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame? The organization teased some job openings on Instagram last week. Tune up your resume and keep an eye on the career page for future updates. 💼

Asked

Do you know a Girl Scout troop that is selling cookies this season? Let us know where we can snag your S’mores and we may feature your troop’s sale in an upcoming newsletter. 🍪

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Wellness

If one of your 2023 goals is to create more time for self care and relaxation, an acupressure mat is a must. The mats are designed to stimulate pressure points to relieve tension, decrease stress levels, and increase circulation. This ProsourceFit full body mat includes neck support.*

Correction

On Friday, we said Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates Inc. and Bennett Partners will oversee the construction services, but they will actually oversee the design plans. AECOM Hunt, Byrne, and EJ Smith were awarded the construction contract.

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Culture

Test your knowledge with our January 2025 news quiz

How closely did you read the newsletter this year? | Graphic by FTWtoday

Is improving your memory one of your 2023 New Years resolutions? If so, test your mental acuity with the first FTWtoday news quiz, featuring trivia questions that we’ve shared this month.

If you are an avid FTWtoday reader and...

🍻 Are keeping tabs on new restaurants and bars
🏈 Know a bit about TCU football history
🎡 Heard the news about a new family-friendly attraction

…then we’re betting our little test will be a piece of cake. 🍰

Show off your skills by clicking the button below — we’ll give high-scorers a shoutout in an upcoming newsletter.

Test your knowledge

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kate.

Editor’s pick: I’m in love with the new Kendra Scott Yellow Rose collection debuting at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Head to a pop-up shop in the Go Texas Plaza (next to the Richardson-Bass Building) through Saturday, Feb. 4 to see the 56-piece rodeo-inspired capsule collection. Valentine’s Day present to myself? 🐴

Missed Friday’s newsletter? Catch up on what’s planned for the Fort Worth Convention Center district.

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Editorial: Rebecca McRobbie, Kate Mazade, Britt Thorson, Emily Shea, Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto, Dayten Rose, Sarah Leonhardt, Katie Smith | Send us a scoop, question, or feedback.

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