• Joe Torry | Friday, March 22-Sunday, March 24 | Times vary | Arlington Improv, 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Ste. 147, Arlington | $20-$120 | The comedian and actor known for his appearances on “House Party,” “Poetic Justice,” and “Pawn Shop” takes the mic.
• “Water By The Spoonful” | Friday, March 22-Saturday, April 13 | Times vary | Circle Theatre, 230 W. Fourth St., Fort Worth | $27-$50 | This play — the second part of the trilogy by Quiara Alegria Hudes — finds Elliot back from Iraq, struggling to find his place in the world.
• “The Giant” | Friday, March 22-Sunday, March 24 | W. E. Scott Theatre at Arts Fort Worth, 1300 Gendy St., Fort Worth | Free | View the 25-foot giant man sculpture from 20,000 discarded water bottles made by Fort Worth ISD students and conservation artist Willie Cole.

• Jumpin’ Into Easter Cookie Class | Saturday, March 23 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | McKnight Title, 4364 Heritage Trace Pkwy., Ste. 104, Fort Worth | $50 | Hop to it — learn the basics of making sugar cookies including piping and decorating strategies.
• Stockyards Championship Rodeo | Saturday, March 23 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $15-$109 | Don’t hold your breath during adrenaline-filled Western sports like bull riding, bareback bronc riding, and barrel racing.

• Goat Yoga | Sunday, March 24 | 10-11 a.m. | Thomas Place Community Center, 4237 Lafayette Ave., Fort Worth | $20-$32 | Find your zen while cute little goats graze around you and maybe even jump on you.
• Whiskey Blending Sessions | Sunday, March 24 | 1 p.m. | Acre Distilling Co., 1309 Calhoun St., Fort Worth | $25-$55 | Sample 4-5 whiskeys and create your own blended creation to take home with a private label.

• The Fort Worth Climate Safe Neighborhood Coalition is on a mission to revitalize Glenwood Park, the 37-acre community space that’s been around since 1927. The group will host a cleanup event on Saturday, April 6, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., and volunteers of all ages are welcome to join.

• Historic Westover Manor — the 1929 home once owned by Westover Hills’ first mayor — is on the market publicly for the first time for $5.1 million. The 8,400-sqft, six-bedroom home features cathedral ceilings, an elevator, and a guest house + is on the National Register of Historic Places. (The Dallas Morning News)

• Stop to smell the flowers. Southern Living has named Fort Worth Botanic Garden among the “15 Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in the South.” The lush space was touted for its walking paths and Japanese Garden brimming with cherry and magnolia trees. We get it — it’s the place to be.

• Discount home goods chain Homesense has debuted its first Texas location in Alliance Town Center, 3121 Texas Sage Trl. Never heard of it? The concept is similar to HomeGoods, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls, with a focus on home decor at 20-50% less than full-price retailers. It’s open daily. (CultureMap Fort Worth)

• CosMc’s, a drink-centric spinoff by McDonald’s, has opened its second US location at 6033 Campbell Rd. in far north Dallas. The menu features drinks like the Beach Protein Frappé and Melon Herb Chiller, plus some food items. The company plans to launch nine more “test and learn” locations across DFW. (WFAA)

• Did you spot Air Force One at DFW Airport? “Tail No. 29000” flew into the airport for the first time in 10 years when President Joe Biden visited for two campaign fundraisers earlier this week. The last time the aircraft landed at DFW Airport, it was carrying President Barack Obama. (WFAA)

• The Texas Longhorns football team started spring practices this week, giving a peek at the offense, defense, and special teams. Get the biggest stories on the Texas Longhorns via Jonathan Davis + Locked On’s daily podcasts.

• Layaway, a retail policy that allows Marksmen customers to put down a deposit on big purchases like hunting gear + more, and pay in installments over the next 90 days. Take advantage of the program.*

• If your last credit card bill sent a chill down your spine, it might be time for a balance transfer. For that, The Ascent recommends these four cards with 0% APR for up to 18 months. (You could have almost two years to avoid interest charges on qualifying balance transfers.)*

What will the program do?

• Local organizations — including street outreach teams, neighborhood police officers, and the city’s Homeless Outreach Program & Enforcement team — will refer individuals who have been reported in an area for more than two years or are suspected of having severe mental illness to housing assistance and services and/or a new community mental health resource.
• The program will offer housing assistance for up to 40 people, leverage existing housing vouchers, and provide case management.
• The Housing First Assertive Community Treatment Team will provide deeper aid to people in need of more in-depth housing and mental health help.

Next steps