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The swankiest retirement communities in Fort Worth
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Imagine relaxing on the pool deck at the Elements at Viridian in your retirement years. | Photo courtesy of The Nehemiah Company
In Fort Worth, retirement is done in style. We’ve rounded up three luxury retirement communities that will have you raising a glass like Jay Gatsby.

Explore living facilities for older adults around Fort Worth with options for independent living, assisted living, memory, and nursing care.

Plus, don’t forget to bookmark these classes and organizations that will help you feel forever young.

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The Tradition-Clearfork has walking access to the Trinity Trails + retail, restaurant, and medical facilities in Clearfork.

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The Tradition-Clearfork, Clearfork

Opened in June 2023, the new resort-style living community sits on the banks of the Trinity River with amenities like 24-hour concierge, lounges, card rooms, and a movie theater. Enjoy an active lifestyle with an indoor pool and group exercise classes.
  • Price: Estimated at $5,410 per month, rent varies based on unit size and type + includes meal allowance, weekly housekeeping, and social activities. There is no large buy-in fee, but residents pay a one-time community fee prior to move-in.
  • Timeline: Some apartments are still available, but you can join the waitlist if you prefer a specific floor plan, which range 800-2,100 sqft.

The Stayton at Museum Way, West 7th

Settle in to urban living just steps away from Trinity Park. Everything you need is located on campus with casual and fine dining options, a creative arts center, library, salon + barbershop. In addition to units that range 281-2,032 sqft, The Stayton has a Senior Rehabilitation Center for recuperating and skilled nursing options.
  • Price: Entrance fees start at $535,145 for independent living with monthly fees starting at $4,621. Assisted living and memory support start at $9,600-$11,300 per month.
  • Timeline: There is currently a small selection of openings. Wait times depend on the area of the community.
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Elements at Viridian is part of a 2,000-acre master planned community with five major lakes.

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Elements at Viridian, Arlington

The 141-acre community offers single-family homes for residents aged 55+ from Drees Custom Homes, Lennar, and David Weekly. Check out the community center, demonstration kitchen, and fitness facility or relax at the infinity pool with a covered terrace, pickleball courts, putting green, fire pits + park system.
  • Price: Homes ranges from $418,000 to $600,000.
  • Timeline: Three homes are available now, and more will be available in August.
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Friday, June 21
  • Texas Rangers | Friday, June 21 | 7 p.m. | Globe Life Field, 734 Stadium Dr., Arlington | $9-$583 | The reigning World Series Champions will take on the Kansas City Royals.
  • Copa América 2024 | Friday, June 21 | 7 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington | $41-$306 | Watch Peru take on Chile in this international soccer tournament.
Saturday, June 22
  • Juneteenth Financial Awareness Symposium | Saturday, June 22 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Warehouse, 1125 E. Berry St., Fort Worth | Free | Join Prosperity Bank and Jim Austin to learn banking basics, budgeting, and how to build credit.
  • Succulent Arrangement Workshop | Saturday, June 22 | 1-2 p.m. | Wild Acre Brewing, 1734 E. El Paso St., Ste. 190, Fort Worth | $50 | Unleash your creativity on a colorful botanic work of art in this hands-on class.
  • Pride Bar Crawl | Saturday, June 22 | 4-11 p.m. | Bar 2909, 2909 Morton St., Fort Worth | $0-$20 | This four-stop bar crawl is raining rainbows with pride-themed cocktails.
Sunday, June 23
  • Parker County Cars and Coffee | Sunday, June 23 | 8-10 a.m. | Café 23:5, 337 Shops Blvd., Willow Park | Free | Grab a cup of joe and peruse classic cars.
  • Monte Montgomery | Sunday, June 23 | 7 p.m. | Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth | $35-$53 | The Alabama native will perform hits like “Could Have Loved You Forever” at the world’s largest honky-tonk.
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Our mouths are already watering for a new bakery and candy shop opening in River Oaks next month. Eduardo Chavarin-Arreola, the proprietor of Eduardo’s Pastry Kitchen, is leveling up his home baking with a new storefront. Stay tuned for freeze-dried candy, sugar cookies, crème brulée, Mexican sweet bread, and more.
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  • Fort Worth will soon have the first adult charter school in Texas under Senate Bill 2032. New Heights High School is under construction at the Tarrant County College Opportunity Center + plans to welcome its first students on Tuesday, Sept. 3. (Fort Worth Report)
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  • Want to learn how to barbecue on top of a dugout? Yes, you read that right. Hurtado Barbecue is teaming up with Texas Rangers left fielder Evan Carter to teach a barbecue masterclass at Globe Life Field on Sunday, June 30 at 9 a.m. Tickets are limited, so sign up.
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  • Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown is gearing up for its summer opening with two new faces. Damien Lopez will be the executive chef of Bouvier Brassiere and ANNEX, while Reda Koda will serve as the food and beverage director. Stay tuned for a blend of Parisian elegance and Texas flavors. (Fort Worth Report)
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  • A new documentary on the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders premiered on Netflix yesterday. Follow the journey of “America’s Sweethearts” from auditions to training camp to cheering on “America’s Team.”
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  • Rockfish Seafood Grille closed earlier this week in Southlake Town Square after 23 years because its lease was not renewed. While the restaurant looks for a new location around the metroplex, visit the newly opened location on Camp Bowie Boulevard. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
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    Challenge your friends to a little competition at Fort Worth Axe Factory. | Photo by @fortworthaxefactory
    Some days it’s just too hot to go outside. If you’re looking for an active way to spend an afternoon in the air conditioning, grab your closed-toed shoes + check out these three places to go axe throwing around Fort Worth.

    Splinters Axes & Ales, 1813 W. Bowie St., Ste. 109
    Cowtown’s largest axe throwing spot is designed for a premium experince with a 30-ft copper-topped bar and 10 beers on tap. Plus, join the World Axe Throwing League to meet other throwers.

    Fort Worth Axe Factory, 220 S. Sylvania Ave., Ste. 110
    Make a reservation for the all-levels axe throwing spot + a trained axe-pert will show you the ropes. Bonus: Book the Mobile Axe Factory to bring some axe-citement to your event.

    Grab Your Axe, 5600 Kroger Dr.
    Challenge your friends to games like Zombie Hunter and Tic Tac Toe on the axe throwing lanes located inside Gatsplat Paintball. Plus, try your hand at throwing ninja stars.
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