District 7 is getting a new public library branch — its first library location since redistricting was completed in 2022. The new branch will open Saturday, Aug. 31 in the Clifford Crossing Shopping Center.
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Here’s what to expect at The Clifford Crossing Library:
Location | Within the shopping center at 9336 Clifford St., Ste. 120
Size | 5,110 sqft
Features | Regular library programming + 17,468 items
Doors will open at 10 a.m. on Saturday, followed by an opening ceremony and library programs throughout the day. If you head to the opening, you can expect:
A Fort Worth coloring book designed by Becca Waugh — the artist behind the branch’s mural in the children’s area — gifted to the first 300 guests
Library scavenger hunts
Pet portraits
Several 3D printing demonstrations
An Olympic trivia contest
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Fort Worth is booked and busy when it comes to library happenings. Fort Worth Public Library opened another new branch on the far southwest side of town last summer, and City Council recently approved the purchase of 0.46 acres at 512 W. 4th St. to open a new downtown library branch.
Read what Library Director Midori Clark shared with us earlier this year about her vision for the future.
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Pick Your Poison Series | Thursday, Aug. 29 | 6-7 p.m. | The Sanford House, Arlington | $35 | Learn how to make the perfect espresso martini during this mixology class.
Friday, Aug. 30
Cam Bertrand: Live in Fort Worth | Friday, Aug. 30-Saturday, Aug. 31 | Times vary | Big Laugh Comedy Club | $20-$25 | Laugh along to the comedian seen on “Wild ‘N Out,” “Dry Bar Comedy,” and “America’s Got Talent.”
PRCA Beat The Heat Series | Friday, Aug. 30-Sunday, Sept. 1 | Times vary | Cowtown Coliseum | $15-$163 | Take a load off inside and watch steer wrestling, roping, and barrel racing at the home of the world’s first indoor rodeo.
Saturday, Aug. 31
August Night Market | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 5-9 p.m. | Maple Branch Craft Brewery | Cost of purchase | Shop local vendors + sip on a beer after the sun’s gone down.
Sundance Square Live Music | Saturday, Aug. 31 | 7-10 p.m. | Sundance Square Plaza | Free | Take in a big band performance outdoors at the square — show up early for a free swing lesson so you can dance the night away.
Sunday, Sept. 1
Texas Rangers | Sunday, Sept. 1 | 1:35 p.m. | Globe Life Field | $12-$265 | Cheer on the Rangers in their final game of the series against the Oakland Athletics.
Monday, Sept. 2
2024 Labor Day Race | Monday, Sept. 2 | 7-10 a.m. | Trinity Park Pavilion No. 1 | $0-$35 | Kick off Labor Day with a 5K that ends with an awards ceremony and raffle drawing.
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Civic
The city released its five-year Capital Improvement Program to accompany the proposed FY2025 budget. The program outlines capital project costs coming in at just under $3.8 billion for the next five years, with the $2 billion Water Utility contribution slated for stormwater management and water infrastructure.
Edu
The Fort Worth ISD school board voted to combine McLean 6th Grade Center + McLean Middle School. McLean Middle School will undergo renovations to accommodate ~384 students from the 6th Grade Center, which is set to close. McLean is currently the last operating 6th grade campus in Fort Worth ISD. (WFAA)
Development
City Council awarded $1.3 million in Brownfields Revolving Loan Funds to 3L Real Estate, the team renovating the former Fort Worth National Bank/Oncor building downtown. The money will go towards converting the office building to apartments.
Weather
WFAA’s morning meteorologist Greg Fields continues to share good news after Tuesday evening’s unexpected storms — rain chances continue to increase while temperatures decrease going into Labor Day weekend.
Outdoors
Who let the (prairie) dogs out? The Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge + Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Center relocated a new colony of black-tailed prairie dogs to its the nature center. You can check out the prairie dogs at the center now.
Transit
North Texas residents are invited to join an upcoming transportation department meeting about the future of the high-speed rail in DFW. Attend in-person at North Central Texas Council of Governments or watch online on Monday, Sept. 9 at 12 p.m.
Theater
Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo. What do fairy dust, glass slippers, and hilarious step sisters have in common? They’re all integral parts of this beloved performance headed to the stage at Bass Performance Hall on Friday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 22. Grab tickets for an enchanting evening.*
Learn
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Festival
Grapevine has earned its reputation as the headquarters of Texas’ wine industry. And, GrapeFest is the perfect time to sample the fruit of the vine. Some can’t-miss festival events include the Champagne Terrace + The Rosé Rendezvous. Explore the full lineup of events and snag tickets for an exclusive wine experience.*
Eat
In case you haven’t heard, Willow Park North is curating a vibrant culinary destination for residents + visitors — just ~30 minutes from Cowtown. Featuring a variety of options (think: brunch, sweets, and beer), there’s something for everyone in this master-planned community. Dig into the details.*
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Community
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Fort Worth Little League makes it to the big screen
Michael Cash stars as Young Robert in “You Gotta Believe.” | Photo courtesy of Well Go USA
Cue “The Natural” soundtrack. An early 2000s underdog story is taking Fort Worth Little League to the big screen. Film producer Houston Hill’s new movie called “You Gotta Believe” — based on the story of the Westside All-Stars’ journey to the Little League World Series in 2002 — premieres today.
The current Westside Little League team + community will watch a private screening of the film tomorrow, followed by a two-inning game between the team and some of the film’s actors.
Sign up to watch a live stream of the game + catch the film in theaters at one of these spots:
AMC CLASSIC Lake Worth 14 | Opens Thursday, Aug. 29 at 4 p.m.
AMC Clearfork 8 | Opens Thursday, Aug. 29 at 4 :30 p.m.
Cinemark Alliance Town Center and XD | Opens Thursday, Aug. 29 at 4 p.m.
Movie Tavern Hulen | Opens Thursday, Aug. 29 at 4 p.m.
Ridgmar 13 + Xtreme | Opens Thursday, Aug. 29 at 4 p.m.
Studio Movie Grill Chisholm Trail Ranch | Opens Thursday, Aug. 29 at 6:45 p.m.
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