Warmer weather is on its way — it’s time to enjoy the fresh air and prep for spring + summer gatherings, both indoor and outdoor. | Photos provided by Wayfair
Recently moved or using spring cleaning as an excuse to finally finish off that one room you just haven’t gotten around to? If either of these are you, or you’ve just had your eye on a big piece of furniture or new kitchen appliance for a while, your time has come.
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The deets on discounts
Shopping for a specific category? With savings ranging, here’s a breakdown of some of the discounted categories we’re pulling from to spruce up our space:
A. Outdoor furniture B. Kitchen products and appliances (think: Le Creuset, Cuisinart, and KitchenAid) C. Table + drinkware for entertaining D. Home décor
Teacher Appreciation Week | Monday, May 6-Friday, May 10 | John Wayne: An American Experience, 2501 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | Free | Teachers are invited to tour the museum for free + get 15% off purchases at the John Wayne Stock & Supply retail store.
Tuesday, May 7
Charcuterie Board Workshop | Tuesday, May 7 | 7-8 p.m. | Lockwood Distilling Company - Magnolia, 1411 W. Magnolia Ave., Fort Worth | $71.21 | Gift mom a night out + curate delicious snack boards while you sip special cocktails.
Wednesday, May 8
Gary Clark Jr. | Wednesday, May 8 | 8 p.m. | Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth | $33-$274 | Jam out to a performance by the GRAMMY Award-winning R&B artist with special guest Alexander Abraham.
Thursday, May 9
After Dark Paranormal Experience | Thursday, May 9 | 9:30-10:45 p.m. | Cowtown Winery, 128 E. Exchange Ave., Ste. 610, Fort Worth | $50 | Immerse yourself in haunted history with a tour that tracks the spirit of Russel Burton, a foreman who disappeared in the 1911 Stockyards fire.
Friday, May 10
“Chicago” | Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12 | Times vary | Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth | $55-$139 | Follow the Jazz Age feud of a vaudeville star and a chorus girl in Broadway’s longest-running musical.
Saturday, May 11
Arlington Renegades | Saturday, May 11 | 12 p.m. | Choctaw Stadium, 1000 Ballpark Way, Ste. 400, Arlington | $10-$32 | Cheer on the Renegades as they line up against the Memphis Showboats.
Sunday, May 12
Afternoon Tea | Sunday, May 12 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Central Market Fort Worth, 4651 W. Fwy., Fort Worth | $70 | Celebrate Mother’s Day with tea sandwiches, macaroons, cookies, fruity teas, and sparkling rose.
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On Saturday, Fort Worth residents voted to increase the city’s hotel occupancy tax to 17%, a 2% increase. The additional funds will be used for downtown renovation projects including the $701 million convention center expansion. (WFAA)
Transit
Last week, Mayor Mattie Parker and Trinity Metro launched a new committee that will investigate options for an urban rail system between Cowtown’s entertainment districts. Chaired by Jay Chapa, the committee will explore legislative priorities, economic development, and tourism that could be fueled through new transportation options.
Environment
BAP Kennor is no longer planning to build a landfill near Lake Worth. After months of advocacy from residents and Tarrant County officials, the developer rescinded its environmental permit application for the property at 3411 Silver Creek Road. (Fort Worth Report)
Development
Another mixed-use development is headed to AllianceTexas. Hillwood announced plans for Alliance Westport 14, a nearly 767,000-sqft industrial complex set to break ground in June and be completed in the second quarter of 2025.
Concert
Anderson & Roe Piano Duo will perform at Fort Brewery at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, as part of the tenth anniversary of the Cliburn Sessions. The duo performed at the inaugural concert, opening a new series of classically trained artists in relaxed community environments. Grab tickets.
No. 15. That’s what running back Ezekiel Elliott will be wearing when he returns to the Dallas Cowboys next season. The former Ohio State Buckeye will don his college jersey and New England Patriots number, rather than No. 21, which he wore when he played for the Cowboys from 2016 to 2022. (WFAA)
Edu
Texas fast-food staple Whataburger is giving $63,000 in grants to schools in $1,000 disbursements for National Teacher Appreciation Week (today through Friday, May 10). Additionally, teachers can show their school ID at any Whataburger location for a free breakfast and lanyard.
Sports
On Friday, Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers to move on to the second round of the NBA playoffs. What can we expect in tomorrow’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder? Find out with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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Thompson’s Bookstore peddles craft cocktails and books. See the answer and plan your visit to this unique watering hole.*
President Joe Biden congratulates Dr. Opal Lee upon the receipt of her Medal of Freedom. | Photo via @whitehouse
Opal Lee added another accolade to her resume last week — the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The 97-year-old Fort Worthian was recognized with the country’s highest civilian honor for her efforts to make Juneteenth a federally recognized holiday.
Lee, affectionately known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” was among 19 recipients recognized for their “exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.”
In 2016, Lee walked 1,400 miles from Fort Worth to Washington D.C. to garner recognition for June 19, which marked the end of slavery in Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. In 2021, she stood by President Joe Biden’s side when he made Juneteenth a federal holiday + currently is a leading force in the creation of the National Juneteenth Museum.
Other civil rights activists to be honored with the Medal of Freedom include Clarence B. Jones, who helped pen Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, and Medgar Evers, recognized posthumously for his fight against segregation in Mississippi.
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We hope everyone had a wonderful weekend celebrating Mexican culture during Cinco de Mayo. Shout out to the 60 readers who tested their knowledge with our quick quiz — 50% of you are history buffs.
Answer: Ignacio Zaragoza led the Mexican forces in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
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