Plus, Alo Yoga will open next week at The Shops at Clearfork.
Let’s dive in 🏊
Construction is underway on the 100-year-old Forest Park Pool
Construction progress as of Wednesday, Feb. 22 | Photo by FTWtoday
Heavy machinery is on site at the city’s oldest aquatic facility as it undergoes $11 million of renovations.
Forest Park Pool opened in 1922 and has had several renovations over the decades to fix structural issues and make room for the growing community. Now, the city’s only Olympic-size public pool is getting a multi-million dollar facelift.
Let’s rewind 💰
Last May, voters approved a $560 million bond package aimed at improving existing city facilities, including Forest Park Pool. The 2022 Bond includes $11 million in funding to demolish the existing pooland bathhouse and construct new ones.
This week, construction crews are working carefully to remove stones from the bathhouse to be repurposed inthe new facility. Here’s a look at what the re-built aquatic center will include:
Eight 50-meter lap lanes
Leisure pool
Active water play elements
Interactive area with a slide
New bathhouse with changing rooms
Construction is expected to wrap up by next summer.
A look at the design plans for the updated pool. | Photo by The City of Fort Worth
Where should we swim this summer? 🏊♂️
Marine Park Pool — the city’s only other public pool — will be open all summer at 303 NW 20th St.
Thanks to an agreement with the city and YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth, residents also have access to the William M. McDonald YMCA outdoor pool and park on the Eastside for the same fee ($4-$6) as the city’s aquatic centers.
For more ways to cool off this summer, click here.
100 years worth of memories 💭
When we first reported the renovations, we asked our readers what their favorite memories were at the 100-year-old pool. Here’s what y’all had to say:
Kathleen G. — “I learned to swim at Forest Park pool back in the early 70’s. It was a highlight of every summer, we would take a picnic lunch and swim all day. So glad it is being repaired!”
Peter and the Starcatcher | Friday, Feb. 24-Sunday, Feb. 26 | Times vary | Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, 3901 S. Hulen St., Fort Worth | $6-$12 | The play is an adaptation of the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson performed by FWAFA high schoolers.
Saturday, Feb. 25
Goat Yoga | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 10-11 a.m. | Martin House Brewing Company, 220 S. Sylvania Ave., Fort Worth | $20-$32 | Bring your own mat and stretch out your stress with a happy little farmyard partner.
February Wine Club | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 3-6 p.m. | Winehaus, 1628 Park Place Ave., Fort Worth | $0-$20 | Wine Club members are invited to a guided tasting of eight wines for two people — non members can pay $20 to participate.
Country Casino Night Fundraiser | Saturday, Feb. 25 | 6-11 p.m. | Tarrant Event Center, 5230 Denton Hwy., Haltom City | $35 | Enjoy a night of casino games, raffle prizes, open bar, appetizers, and a photo booth benefiting Blue Family Fund, Inc.
Sunday, Feb. 26
Fill the Bag | Sunday, Feb. 26 | 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Central, 500 W. 3rd St., Fort Worth | Free | Educators are invited to stock their classroom shelves with surplus materials from the sale of the Central Library.
Monday, Feb. 27
Knit and Crochet Circle | Monday, Feb. 27 | 6-8 p.m. | Grapevine Public Library 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine | Free | Teens and adults are invited to learn how to knit and crochet — supplies will be provided.
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.
The beloved Forest Park Miniature Railroad is on track to reopen. After nearly a year of sitting dormant, the train operator saidrenovations are underway on the first coach. Last fall, the city issued a citation to get the train rolling by Monday, March 27. 🚂
Civic
The GM on Main Street Grant Program awarded Marine Park in the Historic Northside $25,000. The funds will go toward beautifying and improving the pavilion, installing a free-standing swing, and hosting community events. The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will spearhead the project. 🌳
Awards
Applications are open for Fort Worth Inc.’s 2023 Entrepreneur of Excellence Awards Program. Every year the program showcases entrepreneurs whose vision, creativity, and integrity have made Fort Worth the place to do business. The deadline to nominate is Friday, June 2. 🏆
Open
World of Orchids opens today and runs through Sunday, April 9 at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. Located inside the Rainforest Conservatory, guests will find 2,000 orchids from around the world. Note: The garden will open at 12 p.m. this Saturday due to the Cowtown Marathon. 🌺
Plan Ahead
Registration is now open for Fort Worth’s largest litter cleanup event. Volunteers for the 38th annual Cowtown Great American Cleanup will meet at Trinity Park on Saturday, March 25 at 8 a.m. The first 5,000 volunteers to register will receive a free t-shirt and litter cleanup supplies. 🗑️
Opening
Alo Yoga is holding its grand opening at The Shops at Clearfork next Friday, March 3. The lifestyle brand features women’s and men’s clothing, accessories, and yoga gear. It will open between Psycho Bunny and Mizzen + Main. 👕
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Got clutter?
Spring cleaning: Where to donate used items
We’re getting the itch for some home reorganization. | GIF by Pottencial Seguradora S.A. via Giphy
Where are our Monicas at? Spring cleaning season is on the horizon.
Start planning your attack (we mean, your approach) with these three tips to manage clutter:
If you have usable tech like laptops, TVs, scanners, or smartphones, Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth collects technology for community members.
If you simply need more space
Neighbor offers storage options listed by locals. Rent anything from an attic, a shed, a spare bedroom, and a garage to store your stuff. Bonus: You can also rent parking spots.
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