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“I don’t want to grow up, I’m a Toys ‘R’ Us kid”

Toys “R” Us is opening at DFW Airport

A Toys “R” Us store will open at DFW Airport later this year. | Photo by Giphy

This will have you feeling nostalgic — one of America’s most iconic toy stores is opening its first-ever airport location at DFW Airport.

Earlier this week, the airport announced that Toys “R” Us will open in Terminal A at Gate A28 later this year. An airport representative said, “Every trip is better with a trip to Toys ‘R’ Us on the way.”

The toy store is bringing Geoffrey the Giraffe to the world’s second-busiest airport as it refocuses its business model on store-within-a-store locations. Since filing for bankruptcy in 2017, Toys “R” Us primarily operates out of Macy’s and a few flagship stores.

FTW_DFW-Airport-terminal-c — Swing by Terminal C to see the new gates with lifesize tree sculptures.
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Photo by DFW Airport.

Here’s a look at what else is opening at DFW Airport:

Lego | Children, adults, and hobbyists alike can shop for Lego products at the new store in Terminal D near Gate D20 later this year. Pro tip: You can shop for Legos now at the vending machine in Terminal A.

Nowitzki | Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki is opening a sports and celebrity-themed bar in Terminal C later this summer. It’s expected to feature an augmented reality meet and greet + classic meals from Dirk’s home country Germany like chicken schnitzel, bratwurst, and hamburgers.

Eatzi’s Market and Bakery | The Dallas-based eatery will open later this summer in Terminal D. The market is known for its take-out meals like custom sandwiches, pasta, and sweets.

PS VIP Services | The airport approved a 10-year lease agreement with the private luxury terminal that will feature chef-prepared meals, a chauffeur service, private security screenings, and day beds. It’s expected to open in 2024.

If you’re headed to DFW Airport soon, we’re making it easy to navigate the food scene, parking options, terminals, and retail shops. Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Events

Thursday, May 11

Second Thursdays at the Carter: Toasts & Tunes | Thursday, May 11 | 5-8 p.m. | The Carter, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | Free | Connect with art through cocktails, conversations, and creativity while listening to local musicians perform on The Porch.

Friday, May 12

PBR World Finals Stockyards Style | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 21 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $27-$287 | With 10 jam-packed days of concerts, fan events, galleries, speaker series, and shows, there are tons of opportunities to get in on the action.
The Cowgirl Gathering | Friday, May 12-Tuesday, May 16 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | Free | This Stockyards takeover highlights cowgirls’ skills in breakaway roping, team roping, and barrel racing.
“CARMEN” | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | The Modern, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth | $7-$10 | This edition of the Magnolia at the Modern film series follows a woman on a quest to find freedom as she moves from Mexico to Los Angeles.

Saturday, May 13

Zumba | Saturday, May 13 | 9:45-11 a.m. | Sundance Square Plaza, 420 Main St., Fort Worth | Free | Get your body moving and grooving with a fun dancing workout in the heart of downtown.
Dallas Cowboys Tacos & Tunes Festival | Saturday, May 13 | 2-7 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington | Free | Enjoy a variety of tacos and food truck options while you sip on cold drinks and listen to live music.
Strassen BeerFest | Saturday, May 13 | 2-7 p.m. | Texas Live!, 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd., Arlington | $20-$30 | Enjoy 30+ DFW breweries, live music, drinking games with awesome prizes, multiple food stations, VIP sections, cigars, and entertainers.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Civic

City leaders declined a zoning change request to allow short-term rentals in the Como neighborhood. Homeowner Laura Tucker requested the change to allow existing single-family homes to operate as STRs, but in Tuesday’s council meeting, the request was declined 7-0.

Eat

It’s news worth melting over — Greek yogurt company TruJoy Yogurt is launching its new brand of frozen treats this Saturday at Roy Pope Grocery. Created by Fort Worthian Charlie Gentry, the brand offers gluten-free treats with five flavors including Lemon Velvet and Madagascar Vanilla Bean.

Wellness

Massage boutique The Now will open in the Victory Shops at Heritage II in north Fort Worth this summer. The Los Angeles-based spa said the space is “designed to feel like an oasis for recovery and relaxation.” Services include deep tissue, sports, and Swedish massages along with scalp renewal treatments. (Community Impact)

Transit

The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is making it easier for guests to get around with a new Beauty Bus. The green shuttle will ride from the Garden Center to the Japanese Garden, Shelter House, and Rose Garden every half hour. The free service will begin on Sunday.

Number

750 tons. That’s how much dirt was used to fill Dickies Arena ahead of the PBR World Finals. Ten dump trucks and 60 truckloads were used to lay the groundwork for the rodeo event that kicks off tomorrow, May 12. Grab tickets to see all the action. (Fort Worth Report)

Outdoors

Three baby black-necked swans are making themselves at home at the Fort Worth Zoo. Earlier this week, the zoo posted a series of photos of the fuzzy new additions. The babies are currently sporting light gray features, but they will eventually develop the distinct black feathers on their necks.

Shop

World Cocktail Day is this Saturday, May 13, and we’re helping you celebrate with the help of our online shop (Six & Main). Mix things up with flavorful drinks from Simple Time Mixers and satisfying syrups from Portland Syrups. Cheers.

Travel

How does Going work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and get notified when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a ~$575 round trip to Fiji).*

Health

In recognition of National Nurses Week, we’d like to celebrate the nurses whose hearts for the community extend inside and outside the hospital walls. See the story of one nurse whose heart for helping children led her to Cook Children’s Hospital — and learn how Fort Worth nurses can join their heroic team.^

Community

Explore the beauty of Fairmount

Explore the history of Fairmount at the annual home tour

The tour this year will historic homes, a parade, and a neighborhood fair. | Photo provided by Historic Fairmount | STACY LUECKER

Step inside some of the oldest and most beautiful houses in the Fairmount neighborhood at the 41st Annual Tour of Historic Homes this Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday, May 13 + Sunday, May 14.

The Fairmount National Historic District is part of the nation’s richest collection of turn-of-the-century housing. The 20 subdivisions were platted between 1883 and 1907 and were once occupied by business executives, doctors, lawyers + educators.

The tour will celebrate the rich architectural history of the neighborhood and showcase four bungalow-style homes and three historic business locations. The tour will take place between 12 and 5 p.m. on both days.

A parade will kick off the fun on Saturday at 10 a.m. in Fairmount Park followed by the first-ever neighborhood fair. The dog-friendly event will feature live music, artist demonstrations, yoga, food vendors, and a community garden.

Grab tickets to the tour

Answered

A massive thank you to our local educators

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week and we’re spreading the love by highlighting local educators in our community.

Here are some teachers our readers are shouting out:

Miss Kacy Gates, J. C. Thompson Elementary
Katie Harnish, Boswell High School
John Valle, North Side High School
Yamise Mitchell, O.D. Wyatt High School

Thank you teachers for all you do.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Rebecca

From the editor

The last time I was in a Toys “R” Us I was probably getting a new Tamagotchi to add to the key chain of 10 others I had. If you’re feeling nostalgic like me, grab a Tamagotchi keychain for yourself.

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