Colonial Country Club | Reopening May 2024

• Renovations to the clubhouse with new gathering spaces, updated technology, and elevated member experiences
• Installation of a hydronic system underneath each green
• Construction of a $4.3 million training center and practice facility for TCU men’s and women’s golf (set to be completed July 2024)

PopStroke at Grandscape | Opening February 2024

• Kids playground
• Outdoor beer garden with lawn games
• Full-service bar and dining area
• Space for hosting events

Kelly Ranch Golf Club | Opening spring of 2025

• 26-acre state-of-the-art practice facility
• 400-yard driving range
• Short game area with practice bunkers, chipping, and putting greens
• Clubhouse with pro shop, restaurant, bar, and terrace

• Drop-In Research Help | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 2-4 p.m. | George W. Hawkes Downtown Library at Genealogy and Local History, 100 S. Center St., Ste. 327, Arlington | Free | Bring in your family history, and a librarian will show you how Arlington Public Library’s research tools can help your genealogy research.
• Ugly Sweater Party: Movie + Silent Disco | Thursday, Dec. 14 | 6 p.m. | Rooftop Cinema Club, 235 Throckmorton St., Fort Worth | $37.37-$43.59 | Grab a ticket for bottomless popcorn, a festive beverage, and a screening of “The Night Before” — ages 18+.

• Disney’s Encanto in Concert | Friday, Dec. 15-Saturday, Dec. 16 | Times Vary | Will Rogers Auditorium, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave. | $48.40-108.90 | This weekend the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra brings Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award®-winning film “Encanto” to life at Will Rogers Auditorium.*
• Ultimate Bullfighters World Finals | Friday, Dec. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $15-$55 | Daring bullfighters will take on giant beasts in the Spanish-style, gravity-defying display — no animals are harmed.

• Holiday Character Breakfast | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 8:30 + 11:30 a.m. | Texas Girls’ Choir Inc., 4449 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | $30 | Chow down on pancakes while you listen to the Texas Girls Choir — plus, get your picture with Santa.
• Coast-to-Coast Challenge | Saturday, Dec. 16 | 4 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $15-$500 | Watch the TCU Horned Frogs take on the Arizona State Sun Devils in this men’s basketball tournament.

• Holiday on Horseback | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 2 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $20-$55 | Celebrate the Mexican heritage of horsemanship in this holiday rodeo.
• Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland | Sunday, Dec. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $21-$55 | See a glittering, magical performance of ice skaters and acrobats.

1. The Savvy Oak Dough Bowl Candle is unique and smells amazing.
2. Holiday parties just got better with the savory Appalachian Trail Mix.
3. Glassware featuring our city’s skyline is a festive way to toast to the holidays.
4. Celebrate the city and state we all love with artwork great for any home or office.
5. Perfectly curated gift sets are excellent go-to presents for the holidays.

• Tarrant County voters will see 64 candidates on the March 5 primary election ballot. Candidate filings closed earlier this week for the 25 local, state, and federal elections with 15 contested races in Tarrant County. Register to vote by February 5. (Fort Worth Report)

• Earlier this week, City Council selected two neighborhoods for the 2024 Neighborhood Improvement Program. Together Seminary (District 9) and Worth Heights (District 11) will receive $8 million in capital investment to improve quality of life and public safety. Community outreach opportunities will start in January.

• Fort Worth-based Far Out Hospitality — run by chefs Felipe Armenta and Graham Elliot — will open a new location of Pacific Table in Southlake. The seafood restaurant will be twice the size of the University Drive location. Stay tuned for an opening date. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

• Three TCU players are vying for a spot in the NFL in 2024. TCU offensive linemen Andrew Coker and Willis Patrick and running back Emani Bailey announced they are entering the 2024 NFL draft. See which Horned Frogs were drafted back in May. (Frogs O’War)

• Family-owned hardware chain Harbor Freight Tools will open a new store in far north Fort Worth early next year. The branch at 8420 Parkwood Hill Blvd. is expected to bring 25-30 new jobs including supervisors, sales associates, and seasonal work. See job openings.

• Applications are open for the 2024 Beck School of Construction class. The partner program between the city and The Beck Group provides comprehensive training for small construction firms to grow their expertise and take on larger projects. The program specifically caters to minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses.

• If you’re still searching for the perfect holiday gift, look no further than the 2024 lineup at Dickies Arena. Some of next year’s highlights include Cirque du Soleil’s Crystal (February 15-18) and Tim McGraw (March 8). Get tickets now.

• A new report from CreditDonkey revealed that Texas has the ninth highest debt level in the US — and the highest automotive debt. The average Texan has $339,000+ in combined mortgage, student, auto, and credit card debt. Of that, $27,739 is car loans + $6,542 is credit card debt. (CultureMap Fort Worth)

• New name, new venues, new events. The Charleston Festival (formerly known as the Festival of Houses & Gardens) is happening March 14-April 14 in Charleston, SC. The 2024 season features iconic tours and events, but better than ever — plus, new events to enhance the experience. Learn more + snag tickets.*

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