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• Knit & Crochet Circle | Monday, Jan. 8 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Grapevine Public Library, 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine | Free | Teens and adults are invited to knit and crochet in this community gathering event — supplies will be available if participants need them.

• Outdoor Ice Skating | Tuesday, Jan. 9-Thursday, Feb. 1 | 4-8 p.m. | Grand Prairie City Hall, 300 W. Main St., Grand Prairie | Free | Enjoy this ice skating rink with free skate rentals before it closes for the season.

• TCU Men’s Basketball | Wednesday, Jan. 10 | 8-10 p.m. | Schollmaier Arena, 3000 Stadium Dr., Fort Worth | $25-$55 | The Horned Frogs will face the Oklahoma Sooners on their home court.

• Second Thursdays at the Carter | Thursday, Jan. 11 | 5-8 p.m. | Amon Carter Museum of American Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | Free | Enjoy drinks, lite bites, and learn more about artist James Prosek’s depictions of the untamed beauty of the Texas landscape in his new exhibition.

• The Dallas Cowboys are the 2024 NFC East Division champions. America’s team beat the Washington Commanders 38-10 last night and locked up the NFC’s No. 2 seed. The last time the Cowboys won their division was in 2021.

• Last week, we reported that Icon Lodging is planning to convert the XTO Energy Building into a Residence Inn by Marriott. Bennett Partners said the company and Icon Lodging are dedicated to keeping the historic facades and are pursuing historic preservation tax credits to do so.

• Rise Soufflé is expanding with a new location in Southlake. The restaurant known for its French cuisine will open toward the end of the year at the Southlake Marketplace. The fine dining eatery — located in Dallas + Fort Worth — is a hot spot for celebrities, including Martha Stewart. (Community Impact)

• No. 10. That’s what zip code 76179 — the area in northwest Fort Worth that hugs Eagle Mountain Lake — ranked in Opendoor’s report of the hottest housing markets. The study examined US zip codes where people bought homes the fastest in 2023. See what’s predicted for the 2024 housing market.

• Local piano teacher Sara Doan is now part of the Steinway & Sons Teacher Hall of Fame. She is one of 67 teachers recently inducted for “outstanding instruction and leadership in acoustic piano education.” Read more about Doan’s success. (Fort Worth Report)

• The Crescent Residences are now leasing in the Cultural District. The rental community features 167 units with one-bedroom apartments starting at $2,300 per month, and larger two-bedroom units topping $9,500 per month. The apartments are just steps away from The Crescent Hotel and Emilia’s.

• Amplify 817 is looking for new artists to feature in its collection of Fort Worth-based music. The commercial-free streaming service is inviting local artists to submit their music for a chance to be featured and get paid. The submission period ends Wednesday, Jan. 31.

• There’s a new cold brew on the market. Fort Brewery + Enduro Coffee Roasters in the Riverside Arts District teamed up for a new Coffee Cream Stout. The drink is inspired by Enduro’s cold brew and features heavy notes of chocolate and slight roast flavors.

• ICYMI, Girl Scout Cookie Season starts on Thursday, Jan. 12, and there are many ways to feed your cookie cravings this season. Whether you shop online or in person, you’ll be supporting the Girl Scouts’ mission to make the world a better place. Find a cookie booth near you.*

• Looking for your new favorite water bottle? The Owala Travel Tumbler combines the best of Stanley’s viral tumbler with Owala’s smart design. We’re liking color “Bunny Hop.”*

• Name suggestions should only be one word
• No obscene or vulgar names will be considered
• One entry per person
• Submit your entry by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31