12.18.2023

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Culture

A very good time awaits the whole family at Very Eric Carle exhibit

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two children play in an exhibit simulating larger than life grass

The exhibit was co-organized by the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh + The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art. | Photo by Kristi Jan Hoover, Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

Looking for something very fun for the whole family? The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History’s Very Eric Carle exhibit offers a play-and-learn, hands-on experience with the works of the author behind childhood favorites like “The Very Hungry Caterpillar.”

This exhibit brings the pages of Carle’s books to life, allowing Fort Worth families to follow the path of the “Very Hungry Caterpillar,” weave a web with the “Very Busy Spider,” or compose a nighttime symphony with the “Very Quiet Cricket.” Plus, create your very own artwork using Carle’s materials and techniques.

two girls stand in front of a mural featuring butterfly wings — Explore Carle’s classic illustration style, using collage, die-cut pages, and hand-painted papers.
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Photo by Kristi Jan Hoover, Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

Rumor has it the “Very Hungry Caterpillar” is on the loose… so be sure to visit Very Eric Carle before the caterpillar devours the last remnants of this interactive art exhibit, ending Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024.

Entrance is included with regular museum admission or with a membership. Pro tip: Allow some extra time to visit the museum gift shop, which is stocked with Eric Carle-inspired gifts — perfect for teachers, librarians, or any lifelong bookworm on your holiday list.

Very Eric Carle is co-organized by the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh and The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art.

Plan your Very Eric Carle visit

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What is your very favorite Eric Carle book?

A. “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”
B. “The Very Quiet Cricket”
C. “The Very Lonely Firefly”
D. “The Very Clumsy Click Beetle”

Let us know which is the very best

Events

Monday, Dec. 18

Stockyards Rodeo Rink | Monday, Dec. 18-Sunday, Dec. 31 | Times vary | Stockyards, 131 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $20-$25 | Head to the lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building to check out the ice rink, Cowboy Santa’s Winter Wonderland, live music, and family activities.

Tuesday, Dec. 19

Christmas with the Texas Boys Choir | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 7-9 p.m. | Broadway Baptist Church, 305 W. Broadway Ave., Fort Worth | $6-$12 | Settle in for a performance of classics like “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” and “We Three Kings” by the youth choir.

Wednesday, Dec. 20

Pentatonix | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 7 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $179-$500 | The Arlington-native a cappella group will be home for the holidays with their “Most Wonderful Tour Of The Year.”

Thursday, Dec. 21

Grady Spencer & The Work | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 9 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | $18-$28 | Trade classic carols for a performance by these country crooners at the world’s biggest honky-tonk.

Friday, Dec. 22

Panther City Lacrosse | Friday, Dec. 22 | 7 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $10-$83 | Wear a purple festive sweater and watch the home team take on Toronto Rock.

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News Notes

Open

Fort Worth’s newest community meeting space is now open with reservations in Clearfork. Keith House cut the ribbon earlier this fall and unveiled a new “skyspace” installation by artist James Turrell. Make a reservation to experience the space.

Development

The Panther Island Project could be stalled again for months due to delays in moving utility lines. To stay on schedule, the city must relocate 14 stormwater, sewer, and water lines by mid-2024, but crews are struggling to meet timeline and budget requirements. See what’s happened so far. (Fort Worth Report)

Edu

High school students at Crowley ISD will be able to take a new class in Native American studies starting in the 2024-2025 academic year. The course — focusing on the history and contemporary cultures of American Indians and Native nations — will be offered alongside African American and Mexican American studies.

Real Estate

Last week, the Northwest ISD Board of Trustees approved the $12.8 million purchase of 171 acres in Denton County. Funded through the $2 billion bond, the land purchase will be the site of a future middle and high school.

Sports

The Aledo Bearcats raised the UIL record with the high school’s 12th football state championship last week. The 5A team beat (51-8) the Smithson Valley Rangers at AT&T Stadium on Friday night. Three other schools are tied for second place with nine state titles.

Arts

A familiar face is returning to the Amon Carter Museum of American Art next year. Starting January 22, Yale doctoral candidate Michaela Haffner will be the new assistant curator of paintings, sculptures, and works on paper. As a junior staffer at the museum, Haffner previously curated five exhibitions.

Eat

Forgot to make a reservation for your Christmas Eve or Christmas Day feast? Don’t panic — check out this list of 25+ local eateries offering in-restaurant meals and pick-up options. (CultureMap Fort Worth)

Concert

The Cliburn Foundation has announced the artistic collaborators for the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Conductor Marin Alsop will lead the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra in the finals and Carlos Miguel Prieto will conduct the all-Mozart semifinal round.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Kate

From the editor

Fun fact: I graduated from Aledo High School. While I was a student, Aledo won its third, fourth, and fifth state football championships. Glad to see the team and coaches are keeping the winning tradition alive. Go Bearcats.

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