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🕶️ All eyes on the sky

The best viewing spots for the 2024 solar eclipse in Fort Worth
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Check out these prime viewing spots for the total solar eclipse on April 8. | Photo by NASA/Aubrey Gemignani
Grab your glasses — on Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will sweep across North America. Most of North Texas is in the path of totality, giving residents the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch the moon block the sun for just a few minutes.

What is a solar eclipse?

A solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, casting a shadow that can partially or totally block the sun’s light. DFW witnessed a partial eclipse in October known as the “ring of fire,” but the total eclipse in April promises to be even more awe-inspiring.

During totality — or the time when the moon appears to cover the sun — daylight will dim, and stars could be visible in the midday sky.

In Fort Worth, the moon will begin to cover the sun around 12:23 p.m., with totality beginning around 1:40 p.m. and ending about three minutes later.

The moon will then move away from the sun, with the spectacle ending around 3:02 p.m. Exact timing will depend on location.

FTW-Total Solar Eclipse

The total solar eclipse path crosses from Mexico, through the United States from Texas to Maine, and up through Canada. | Graphic via NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio

Where can I watch it?

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | $0-$16 | Watch the spectacle from the museum’s lawn with unobstructed views, take part in family-friendly eclipse activities, and enjoy a performance from the Navy Band Southeast Brass Quintet.

Fort Worth Botanic Garden | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | $0-$12 | Immerse yourself in nature as the moon dances across the sun. For guests who do not want to participate in solar eclipse activities, there will be a free viewing area outside of the Garden Center.

The Crescent Fort Worth Hotel | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Rates vary | Sip on featured cocktails and enjoy 80s-inspired live music. The eclipse package is open to hotel guests and includes overnight accommodations, early access to the rooftop bar for two people, and a $100 food and beverage credit.

For total solar eclipse safety information visit Safety – NASA Science.
 
Events
Tuesday, Feb. 13
  • Active Older Adult Bingo Bash | Tuesday, Feb. 13 | 12-1 p.m. | The Bedford Center YMCA, 2801 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford | Free | Bring a friend for the classic game of Bingo and win some prices — your friend does not need a YMCA membership.
Wednesday, Feb. 14
  • Valentine’s Day Spirits & Chocolate Pairing | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Blackland Distillery, 2616 Weisenberger St., Fort Worth | $70 | Sip on Blackland’s spirits as educator Warren Koguc and Forbes-acclaimed craft chocolatier Carolyn Hudec lead you through a curated selection of chocolates and spirits — guests will leave with a 50-ml bottle of Texas Pecan Brown Sugar Bourbon and chocolate.
  • Valentine’s Date Night: Cocktail Making Class | Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 8:30-10 p.m. | Roots Fort Worth, 1416 N. Main St., Fort Worth | $162 | Bring your friend or a loved one to this interactive cocktail-making class with welcome drinks, themed cocktails, a permanent jewelry pop-up, and grazing spread.
Thursday, Feb. 15
  • Complimentary Wine Tasting | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Neighbor’s House, 500 W. 7th St., Ste. 175, Fort Worth | Free | Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting while you shop for gourmet meals.
  • Cirque du Soleil: CRYSTAL | Thursday, Feb. 15-Sunday, Feb. 18 | Times vary | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $60-$154 | See a dazzling display of acrobatic feats and beautiful performances by skaters on the ice.
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News Notes
Sports
  • Richland High and SMU alum Rashee Rice is a Super Bowl champion. The Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver recognized Fort Worth after the game and said, “Shout out to Funkytown, man. I’ll be home soon.” Rashee caught six passes for 39 yards during the Super Bowl win. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Development
  • The Tarrant County College District will open two new childcare centers on its South and Northwest campuses in 2025. The locations will have eight classrooms, dedicated infant + toddler services, outdoor play areas, and parking. The centers will offer Early Head Start services at no cost to eligible families.
Open
  • The Fort Worth Black Chamber held a ribbon cutting for the Renaissance House of Terrell Heights. Located at 1201 E. Terrell Ave., the community space offers a telemedicine program, leasable office spaces, a kitchen, and a conference room for residents. The space opened on February 8.
Eat
  • Indoor farm company Eden Green Technology aims to donate 10,000 lbs of lettuce every week to local food banks. The Cleburne-based company will partner with local nonprofit Sharing Excess to expand the program and deliver the food to Tarrant Area Food Bank and Harvesting in Mansfield Food Bank. (Fort Worth Report)
Opening
  • Speaking of Tarrant Area Food Bank — the non-profit will hold a grand opening ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 28 for its new agriculture hub. The Ag Hub is a refrigerated storage facility that will store an estimated 300 million pounds of produce.
Plan Ahead
  • NFL legend and former Dallas Cowboys cornerback Deion Sanders will be at The Dock Bookshop on Saturday, March 16 for a meet-and-greet. Coach Prime will talk about his latest publication “Elevate and Dominate: 21 Ways to Win.” A $33 ticket includes his book + admission.
Ranked
  • No. 3. That’s what Fort Worth’s Central Market ranked on Solitaired’s list of best grocery stores in the nation. The study analyzed Google reviews from 3,000 stores across 100 cities. Cowtown’s Central Market was the only non-Trader Joe’s store to crack the Top 20 chart. (Fort Worth Magazine)
Festival
  • Fort Worth Festival of Colors — a Hindu festival that celebrates Holi — will take place at Panther Island Pavilion on Saturday, March 16. The event will have food trucks, live music, and a colorful array of powder. During the event, participants will throw the non-toxic power into the air to represent unity.
Cause
  • Mark your calendars: National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is Friday, Feb. 16-Sunday, Feb. 18. Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains is celebrating by encouraging the public to find a cookie booth to purchase + donate cookies to Cookies for Heroes, which are then delivered to frontline heroes in our community.*
Holiday
  • A reminder that tomorrow, February 14, is Valentine’s Day. Sending flowers? Shop bouquets at Flowers to Go in Sundance Square, or get one of 1-800-Flowers’ Valentine’s Day bouquets delivered to that special someone.*
 
Food

🍪 Don’t miss these sweet treats
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The Girl Scouts cookie map by state. | Photo by Los Angeles Times
We’ll have Samoa that — Girl Scout cookie season is underway and select local businesses are serving something special in honor of the sweet season.

Turning Point Beer | Stop by the brewery for a Girl Scout Cookie flight, pairing four varieties of cookies and beers. Plus, a local troop will be on-site Friday, Feb. 16.

Kava Culture | Sip on a Somoas-inspired non-alcoholic cocktail blended with coconut, caramel, and chocolate + infused with euphoric botanicals.

Neutral Ground Brewing Company | What better way to pair your favorite cookies than with a craft beer? Stop by Saturday, Feb. 17 for $25 flights.

Did you know two different Girl Scout cookie recipes are circulating in North Texas? According to the Los Angeles Times, most of Texas — including Fort Worth — sources cookies from Little Brownie Bakers, while troops in Dallas and East Texas buy from ABC Bakers.

The most notable difference? Lemonades vs. Savannah Smiles. The Savannah features a shortbread base with lemon icing while Lemonades are smaller, crisper, and dusted with powdered sugar.
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This margarita mixers bundle, since National Margarita Day is coming up on Thursday, February 22 and we’re trying to be as prepared as possible, thank you very much. Get four margarita flavors to play with including “Simple Margarita” and “Blood Orange Margarita.”
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Rebecca McRobbie

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Rebecca
From the editor
Back in 2017, I saw a total solar eclipse in Amarillo and it was one of the most spectacular events I’ve ever witnessed. Despite the High Plains only having about 80% visibility, it was certainly an event that had all eyes on the skies.
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