Weekday wonders

Weekend musts

For a special occasion

• Garden Bros Nuclear Circus | Friday, March 8-Sunday, March 10 | Times vary | Panther Island, 395 Purcey St., Fort Worth | $14.50-$65 | Don’t miss the gravity-defying show with a human cannonball, aerialists, clowns, jugglers + more.
• Robert Peppers & Friends | Friday, March 8 | 10-11:30 p.m. | Hyena’s Comedy Night Club, 425 Commerce St., Fort Worth | $10 | Kick off your weekend with a hilarious show from the local comic.

• Eclipse Photography | Saturday, March 9 | 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Camera School of Photography, 6483 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | $20 | Learn how to view and capture April’s total solar eclipse with your camera.
• Pecos and the Rooftops | Saturday, March 9 | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s Texas, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | $20-$40 | The country band will take the stage at the world’s largest honky-tonk.

• Inflammation 101 | Sunday, March 10 | 1-2 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Southwest Regional, 4001 Library Ln., Fort Worth | Free | Learn how to use a balanced diet to reduce inflammation and build a healthy lifestyle.
• Stockyards Championship Rodeo | Sunday, March 10 | 1:30 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $15-$93 | Grab your popcorn and buckle up for a day filled with bull + bronc riding, roping, and barrel racing.

• 339. That’s how many homes will be included in the next phase of the Walsh development. Located in Overlook Park and Lake Park, the homes will range from $400,000 townhomes to $1 million single-family residences. So far, 210 lots are available with more coming by the end of April. (WFAA)

• Join the Transportation and Public Works Department for an open house at the Convention Center on Wednesday, March 27 to learn about the $3.5 million worth of street improvements planned for Main Street. Here you can share feedback on designs to improve pedestrian safety and intersection elements.

• Fort Worth ISD is set to close the Wedgwood Sixth Grade campus in May due to declining enrollment. Students will be absorbed into Wedgwood Middle School for the 2024-2025 academic year, which is 1.5 miles away. This is part of a larger effort to reduce the district’s $44 million budget deficit. (Fort Worth Report)

• The historic Bailey’s Bar-B-Que has a new name. Panther City BBQ purchased the downtown staple a few weeks ago + is rebranding the joint to Fort Worth Barbecue Co and adding menu items like brisket elote. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

• The Fort West industrial development has secured two large anchor tenants. Aerospace manufacturer Lockheed Martin is expanding its Fort Worth footprint with a 136,165-sqft storage and distribution center, while Kentucky-based Big Ass Fans — hey, LEXtoday — will open a 221,444-sqft distribution hub, office, and showroom. (The Dallas Morning News)

• Grab a ticket to The Big Good’s annual fundraiser on Thursday, April 4. This year’s event — supporting UpSpire, United Community Centers, and the Tarrant To & Through Partnership — features a silent auction with prizes including tennis lessons with Andy Roddick, a private Jack Ingram concert, and flights to Cabo.

• It’s almost time to set the clocks forward. Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 10. Many states have made moves to address time change, but for now enjoy the extra sunlight.

• How is the 2024 season looking for the reigning World Series champs? Get a preview of the Texas Rangers’ season with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
  

• The Academy Awards air this Sunday, March 10 at 6 p.m. Not sure how to watch? Access the broadcast with a free five-day trial of DIRECTV STREAM.*