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Hidden Gem: Plan your next evening out at Bar Dryce
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The old dry ice factory has been turned into a 21-room hotel with a bar and patio. | Photo by FTWtoday
Looking for a new weeknight hangout? We’ve got you covered with this FTW hidden gem. Hotel Dryce is a great place to stop in for a drink whether you’re staying at the hotel or not.

The boutique Byers Avenue hotel was formerly the old dry ice factory. Now, it features a chic, cozy Lobby Bar outfitted with Western touches, striking photos by local artist Guillermo D. Tapia + a sunny patio.

We’d recommend ordering a Dryce Tea, a Coco Gordo, or tasting one of the dry cocktails like The Remix or Cardamom Fizz.

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Enjoy a refreshing Coco Gordo or The 1865 special.

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The bar has weekly themed events like vinyl night on Mondays, yoga on Wednesdays + wine and cheese specials on Thursdays — plus a full calendar of special events like:
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Hesitant to read in public? Silent Book Club is a “shame-free way to show up for yourself,” says bartender Victor Van Scoit.

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Stop in on Tuesday evenings around 5-9 p.m. (ish) for Silent Book Club. No need to keep up with a schedule or specific pages, this come-as-you-are club lets you read whatever you want and chat with other book lovers — only if you’re feeling social, of course.

When we visited earlier this week, readers told us the club “felt very Fort Worth” with its Cowtown vibe, despite being a local chapter of a global community.

If you haven’t yet, scroll through the Instagram page to find your next read — it’s basically a Fort Worth Goodreads.

Bonus: Check in with the bartender and host Victor Van Scoit to stamp your personal library card. Ten stamps get you a free burger from Gusto’s, which is now located at Tulips in the Near Southside.
 
Events
Thursday, Sept. 7
  • Budget Work Session | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 10 a.m. | City Hall, 200 Texas St., Fort Worth | Free | City leaders will parse through the proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year.
  • The Band of Heathens | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 8 p.m. | Tulips Fort Worth, 112 St. Louis Ave., Fort Worth | $22-$78 | The Austin rock ‘n roll band will jam at the Near Southside venue with local musician Matt Tedder.
Friday, Sept. 8
  • Fort Worth Mustang Show | Friday, Sept. 8-Saturday, Sept. 9 | Times vary | Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $0-$100 | Watch previously wild mustangs and their trainers compete for $50,000 in cash and prizes to become the 2023 Mustang Champion.
  • Fort Worth Fringe Festival | Friday, Sept. 8-Sunday, Sept. 10 | Times vary | Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy St., Fort Worth | $10-$62 | Watch a variety of acts from all over Texas including theater, dance, storytelling, puppetry, and poetry.
Saturday, Sept. 9
  • City Center Memorial Tower Climb | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 8:25 a.m.-12 p.m. | City Center/Bank of America Tower, 301 Commerce St., Fort Worth | $0-$40 | Participate or support as first responders climb the downtown tower three times as a part of a 9/11 dedication.
  • Fairmount Community Library Grand Re-Opening | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 2-6 p.m. | Fairmount Community Library, 1310 W. Allen Ave., Fort Worth | Free | Tour the updated space + learn more about fall programming and volunteer opportunities.
Sunday, Sept. 10
  • The Holistic Fair | Sunday, Sept. 10 | 12-6 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas - 81 Club, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | $5 | Explore 60 wellness practitioners and vendors offering unique jewelry, metaphysical supplies, hearty health-based products, and essential oils.
  • “Between Two Worlds” | Sunday, Sept. 10 | Times vary | The Modern, 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth | $4-$10 | Catch the French art house film in the latest showing of the Magnolia at the Modern series.
Events calendar here
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3 entrees we’re dying to try at Mama Angie’s in Mansfield
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Why can’t every day be Taco Tuesday? | Photo provided by Mama Angie’s
Fact: There aren’t a lot of problems in life that Mexican food and a really good margarita can’t fix.

Fortunately for us in Fort Worth, there’s a great spot to grab both right down the road in Mansfield: Mama Angie’s, a made-from-scratch Tex-Mex cocina singlehandedly answering your “Where should I eat dinner?” questions.

Here are three entrees on our list to try:
  • Juan’s Fish Tacos
  • Tamale Plate
  • Angie’s Famous Fajitas
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News Notes
Announced
  • Tomorrow’s Friday on the Green event has been rescheduled for the beginning of November due to heat. The next free, family-friendly event will take place Friday, Oct. 13 with musical performances from Black Tie Dynasty, Phantomelo, The Cush + Amanda Victoria.
Coming Soon
  • Restaurateur Nick Thana Porn-In — owner of Bedford’s Koracha Thai Restaurant — is bringing his latest endeavor to Magnolia Avenue. Ko Thai is scheduled to open in December across from Paris Coffee Shop. The eatery will serve dishes like curry, pad Thai + a signature Duck Basil special. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Open
  • Rockwood Park Golf Course is “back in full swing” after being shut down for maintenance. In April, the course closed partially when an incorrect herbicide damaged the greens, but after a summer of recovery the course is open and ready to tee off again.
Civic
  • Earlier this week, Tarrant County commissioners voted to reallocate ~$35 million from affordable housing, public health, and childcare for law enforcement. The money will be split between a new training center for the sheriff’s office and a contract with a private prison in Garza County. (Fort Worth Report)
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Ranked
  • No 1. That’s what Fort Worth ranked on the Pacific Research Institute’s Free Cities Index, a list of 50 populous US cities that promote pro-growth policies, entrepreneurship, and public services. Austin ranked No. 2 followed by Arlington (No. 11), El Paso (No. 13) + Houston (No. 16).
Weather
  • Tarrant County was ranked the worst place in Texas for extreme weather events by Stacker. The county sees an average of 52.4 extreme weather events annually with hail, thunderstorms, and flash flooding being the largest contributors.
Festival
  • Mark your calendars for the return of FlowaPalooza on Saturday, Sept. 23 + Sunday, Sept. 24. Hosted at Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark in Grand Prairie (~25 minutes east of downtown), the festival will include a surf competition in a surfing simulator, live music, food trucks, and games.
Weather

Calling fall girlies

When will it feel like autumn? Fort Worth’s fall weather forecast
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Our sunsets are ready for fall even if our weather isn’t. | Photo by @jrh79_
We know the question on your mind, Fort Worthians — when is it going to cool off? Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for the next three months.

While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what autumn will bring. Reminder: The first day of fall is on Saturday, Sept. 23.

🌡️ Temperature
Think warm. This fall, Fort Worth has a 35-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.

🌨️ Precipitation
Expect the usual amount of rain. On average Fort Worth receives ~2.5 inches of rain in both September + November and over four inches in October.

☀️ Drought
It’s going to be dry. Drought conditions are expected to persist this season.

Click the button below for an overview of the next three months.
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Fort Worth's fall forecast
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Have you picked your team yet for the Trinity River Trash Bash? The Tarrant Regional Water District will host litter cleanups on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Cobb Park and various locations along the Trinity River. Sign up now for the events from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then head to Coyote Drive-In afterwards for a volunteer after party.

Busy on the 16th? Help out at Cedar Creek on Saturday, Sept. 23.
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