10.23.2023

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55º | Mostly cloudy | 10% chance of rain
Sunrise 7:32 a.m. | Sunset 5:36 p.m.

🐦 Little birdie told us

Feed Fort Worth birds

When you have guests, you feed them. It’s only polite. | Joe Myers via Wikimedia Commons

Our local skies house everything from sparrows to blackbirds — plus, all kinds of migrating birds flying south during critical fall peak migration. So how can you invite them to your garden?

Feed them, of course. Late winter to early spring is a crucial time for putting out birdfeeders, as natural food sources may be depleted. Let’s fly through some need-to-knows to keep you popular with the local birds.

Feeder types

There are three basic types of feeders: seed, suet, and nectar.

Seed feeders are the most versatile. Black-oil sunflower seeds appeal to the greatest number of birds, according to the Audubon Guide to Bird Feeding. They’ve also got homemade recipes that everyone will be chirping about.
Suet (or beef fat) is a high-energy treat for bug eaters, and you can make a DIY feeder from an onion bag. Be warned: Warmer weather turns suet cakes rancid, which keeps birds away.
Nectar feeders give hummingbirds and orioles a sweet treat. Opt for a low-capacity feeder to make sure you’re cleaning it regularly.

Browse Wild Birds Unlimited to get a feel for the different types. Then, mix and match to make your home the flock of the town.

The perfect setup

You want to give songbirds an easy meal — not squirrels, cats, or birds of prey — so set up the perfect perch.

The magic numbers for a feeder pole are 30 feet from any windows and 10 feet from cover, particularly native plant cover. In fact, you can even spruce up your garden with bird-friendly plants.

Maintenance

Monitoring your feeders is key to keeping the local ecosystem healthy. Clean seed feeders every two weeks, and keep an eye out after rain.

To avoid avian diseases (and connect with other birders), keep tabs on the local Audubon Society. Call Texas Parks and Wildlife and take down your feeders if something seems amiss.

Events

Monday, Oct. 23

People Museum | Monday, Oct. 23 | 8 p.m. | Tulips FTW, 112 St. Louis Ave., Fort Worth | $15-$20 | Catch the electronic band in its “Relic Tour” with special guest Lily Taylor.

Tuesday, Oct. 24

Tuesday Night Fights | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7-11:30 p.m. | Lola’s, 2000 W. Berry St., Fort Worth | $25-$100 | Get ready to watch two local up-and-coming boxers brawl — bring a gently used coat to get $5 off at the door.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Hocus Pocus Trivia | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Black Dog Retro Arcade, 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Arlington | Free | Grab your “sistahs” for a bunch of hocus pocus.

Thursday, Oct. 26

LANCO | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 8 p.m. | Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall, 122 E. Exchange Ave, Ste. 200, Fort Worth | $15-$51.50 | Jam out to the country band’s “Run, Run, Baby” tour at the newest music venue in Mule Alley.

Friday, Oct. 27

Halloween Bar Crawl | Friday, Oct. 27-Saturday, Oct. 28 | 4-11:59 p.m. | Whiskey Garden, 2800 Bledsoe St., Ste 150, Fort Worth | $18-$23 | Break out your best costume and trick or treat for exclusive specials on spooky bevy’s.

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News Notes

Sports

The Rangers and Astros are tied 3-3 in the MLB American League Series, after the Rangers pulled it out last night (9-2) in Houston. Tune in on FOX for Game 7 at 7:03 p.m. tonight to see which Texas team is going to the World Series.

Open

Teddy Wongs, a new Asian dumpling spot, opened over the weekend for lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Located at 812 W. Rosedale St., the wine bar and authentic Chinese restaurant is a partnership between chef Patrick Ru and Jeffery Yarbrough. Make a reservation.

Development

DFW Airport will tear down and rebuild the parking garage at Terminal C starting in April. According to a state filing, the new $111 million garage will have six levels and is expected to be completed by June 2025.

Announced

Tex Mex restaurant Enchiladas Olé plans to open its third Tarrant County location on the west side of town. The new restaurant will be at 6473 Camp Bowie Blvd., in the former Boozie’s brewpub location. Stay tuned for an opening date. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

Cause

Lace-up your sneakers for the “Run in Their Memory” on Saturday, Nov. 4. Hosted by the Tarrant County Vietnam Memorial Foundation, the 5K and 10K races at Marine Creek Lake will raise money to build a local monument for Tarrant County residents who served in Vietnam.

Biz

Fort Worth-based American Airlines posted a $545 million loss in Q3 due to rising costs, particularly for the new pilot contract that included $983 million in bonuses. The airline reported a $483 million profit for the same quarter last year.

Number

$750,000. That’s how much money the T3 Partnership received to help Fort Worth-area students find careers. The funding from JP Morgan Chase will be used to expand the Pathways to Careers platform and make it available in Spanish. (Fort Worth Report)

Award

Local pocket beagle Hershey was just named the nation’s “Happiest Hound.” The pup won the TrustedHousesitter’s competition for his fur-ever friendliness. See what Hershey and his best pal Ollie have been up to.

Eat

In your fall cooking era and need some mushrooms to spice up your recipe? Head to Black Cat Culinary Mushrooms to peruse 20 varieties available to hobby and commercial chefs. The store is open Sundays for retail and Mondays + Tuesdays for pickup at 2808 Shamrock Ave. (CultureMap Fort Worth)

Tech

If you’re parting with $80 to $100 every month for phone services, it’s time for a change. Get unlimited data, talk, and text with Boost Mobile for $12.50 for your first month.*

Festival

🇯🇵 Jetset to Japan

Celebrate 50 years of the FWBG’s Japanese Garden with the fall festival

Walk through the pavilion into the history and culture of the Japanese Garden. | Photo by Fort Worth Botanic Garden

Mark your calendars for the Fall Japanese Festival at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden on Saturday, Nov. 4 + Sunday, Nov. 5. The festival will mark the 50th anniversary of the Japanese Garden, which opened in 1973.

Festivities

Included with garden admission, the two-day festival will feature:

Taiko Drummers in the Horseshoe Garden
Japanese Swordsmanship with GK Sugai at the Shelter House
Traditional tea ceremonies in Oak Hall
Origami and calligraphy demonstrations
Food trucks serving traditional treats and fare

History

Fifty years ago, the 7.5-acre Japanese Garden was a gravel pit. Now, bamboo footbridges cross peaceful Koi ponds and pathways that wind through cherry trees, Japanese maples, and magnolias.

Most of the plants in the garden don’t have flowers, but in the springtime, it is lush with blooms. This follows the Japanese practice of “Mono no Aware” or “transient and bittersweet beauty” — which acknowledges that something is special when it occurs just for a short time.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kate

From the editor

Shoutout to local band The McGrath Project on their upcoming international tour. The rock band will open for Guns N’ Roses’ Gilby Clarke and 80s icon Tiffany in a four-country 2024 tour. Start your Monday morning with some local jams.

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