Eastside YMCA is located at 1500 Sandy Lane. | Photo courtesy of YMCA Metropolitan of Fort Worth
Phase one of three is complete for the re-imagined and remodeled Eastside YMCA Community Impact Center. Yesterday, the YMCA celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony event on its 16.4-acre campus on Sandy Lane.
The first phase of re-development included renovating its existing building, outdoor area, room for learning, fitness room, community kitchen, and youth areas. Starting in 2021, the YMCA hosted several sessions during which residents suggested the types of services they’d find most effective and impactful to the community.
Future renovations include building a full-sized gymnasium, revamping the outdoor sports field, and establishing an on-site childcare center.
“Grit & Grace” | Tuesday, Jan. 28-Saturday, Feb. 8 | Times vary | William Campbell Gallery | Free | Attend the opening reception and then stroll works that capture the grit and grace of rodeo culture.
Tuesday Trivia | 7 p.m. | City Works | Cost of purchase | It’s free to play, plus prizes go to the top three teams.
Seniors Soups & Salads Wednesday | 10 a.m. | G & M Magnolia Event Center | Donation-based | Tickets are donation-based for this weekly opportunity for seniors 55+ to gather.
Teen Improv Games | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - Northside | Free | This program is designed to help your kids grades 6-12 learn the art of improv, acting, writing, and public speaking.
Sir Stephen Hough | 8-9:30 p.m. | Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall | $45+ | Listen to the sounds of the first classical performer to be awarded the MacArthur Fellowship during this night’s Cliburn Sessions.
Thursday, Jan. 30
Spark Workshops: Implosion Bowl | 5-9 p.m. | SiNaCa Studios | $70 | Pick your colors and manipulate the glass to create your one-of-a-kind glass treasure.
Whiskey Blending Sessions | 6 p.m. | Acre Distilling Co. | $25+ | Sample four whiskeys + blend your own bottle to take home.
Playtown | 8 p.m. | Magnolia Motor Lounge | Free | Doors open at 7 p.m. for this free show featuring the quirky “Sneaky Town” band.
Jesus “Jay” Chapa will make history today as he gets sworn in as Fort Worth’s first Hispanic city manager. The ceremony and customary council meeting will be held at Old City Hall and livestreamed on FWTV at 9:45 a.m.
Transit
Trinity Metro’s blue line is emerging. In fact, a colorful array of new bus lines are under consideration. The blue line — which replaces Molly the Trolley and provides free rides — will be on display Friday, Feb. 14 at the convention center and officially debuts this April. (Fort Worth Report)
Biz
H-E-B is kind of a big deal. Last week, the grocery chain got approval to purchase land in the town of Rhome — which sits ~20 minutes north of Fort Worth. While you wait for the development and grand opening, you can still shop the H-E-B in Alliance. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Outdoors
Two city parks have been awarded grants from Texas Parks and Wildlife. With the help of these significant grants, the Oak Grove Community Park may see enhancements like a tennis court, pickleball courts, a shaded playground, and trail completion, while the Fort Worth Zoo can fund its Hall of Wonders renovations.
Development
An affordable housing complex named after Opal Lee opens Thursday, Jan. 30 in Alliance. Half the homes at “The Opal” will provide housing for families earning less than $50,000 income per year. Learn more about Opal Lee, AKA the “grandmother of Juneteenth.” (CBS News)
Edu
Fort Worth ISD began the search for a permanent superintendent by posting an online application. Since Angelica Ramsey stepped down in September, the ISD appointed Dr. Karen Molinar as interim. The deadline to apply for the position is Wednesday, Feb. 5.
Eat
We’re shocked that no Fort Worth restaurants made the 2024 James Beard Semifinalists. The closest that Cowtown foodies can get to a James Beard recipient are former semifinalists such as Goldee’s Barbecue, Don Artemio, Clay Pigeon, Ellerbe Fine Foods, and winner Joe T’s. (WFAA)
Sports
WFAA’s Pete Freedman shared Cowboys fans’ reactions to their new head coach Brian Schottenheimer. Spoiler alert — it’s anything but optimistic.
Listen
Did the TCU Horned Frogs women’s basketball team just defeat the Baylor Bears for the first time in 35 years? Why yes, yes they did. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the TCU Horned Frogs with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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I love that Texas Wesleyan University is adding women’s flag football to its athletic program for the 2026 spring season (not claiming I’d be good or anything). In fact, I’m a much better spectator when it comes to sports.
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