Spruce up your home using these local businesses | Our final Small Business Week highlight focuses on services, from organizing to decorating, that make it easier for you to refresh your space.
Events
Events
Friday, May 9
Josh Stramiello: Live In Fort Worth | Friday, May 9-Saturday, May 10 | Times vary | Big Laugh Comedy Club Fort Worth | $20 | Watch the rising comedian known for his first special, “Doubting Thomas,” take the stage.
Saturday, May 10
Dog Days: May | Saturday, May 10-Sunday, May 11 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden | Cost of admission + $5 per dog | Have a doggone good time with Fido in the Garden — hydration stations will be provided.
Mother’s Day Sip ‘N Bloom by Megnolia’s | 12-3 p.m. | Rusty Nickel IceHouse | $40 | Create your own floral arrangement while sipping cocktails made with Tito’s — one complimentary drink per ticket.
David Nail | 10 p.m. | Billy Bob’s | $35+ | Try to avoid a “Red Light,” and get to the venue early — Bryan Lucas comes on at 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 11
Mother’s Day Craft Day | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Fort Worth Aviation Museum | Cost of admission | Mothers will receive free admission + the kiddos can craft a gift to give before the big day ends.
Monday, May 12
BACC Annual Golf Tournament | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Ridglea Country Club | $225+ | Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun way to network, this tournament promises a day filled with friendly competition and raffle items.
Bella, Luna, and Max. Those are the three most-popular dog names in Texas, and we bet you’ll meet a few pups with those names while exploring dog-friendly spots in the Fort Worth area. (U.S. News & World Report)
Outdoors
Looking for a spot to soak up the sun (or laze in the shade)? This tool allows users to find cafes in the sun or in the shade at different times of day — simply type in an address and look around. We think it’s the perfect supplement to our outdoor dining guide.
Tech
Visa and Mastercard just unveiled an AI agent that can shop and buy on its user’s behalf. Sounds nice if you’re the kind of person who always forgets to get more toilet paper, but can it enjoy a sunny day at the Fort Worth Community Market? (TechCrunch)
After some rain, Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be dry and nice, according to WFAA meteorologists Mariel Ruiz and Jesse Hawila. So, don’t limit yourself when it comes to filling the calendar.
Sports
The TCU vs. Baylor rivalry — a tale as old as time and one of the team’s five most important games in 2025. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the TCU Horned Frogs with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Announced
Spots in our 2025 Parents’ Gift Guide are full ahead of Mother’s Day. Luckily for you, we’ve added a few more for Father’s Day. Hurry — save 20% with code PGG2025 when you secure your spot now.
Job
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Tech
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We’ve gathered up some of ourfavorite Funkytown tunes + invite y’all to do the same using our collaborative playlist.
If you’re looking for a couple of newly added songs, listen to “Fort Worth, Texas” and “The North Side of Ft. Worth,” which were shared by readers David R. and David M. this week.
The aux is in your hands. Create a free Spotify account (if you don’t already have one) and add anything that makes you think of Cowtown — whether that’s the city in general, songs by local artists, or a great memory you have here.
Support small businesses and artisans across the country when you shop Amazon Handmade. The marketplace features thousands of unique products and gifts, like this etched rolling pin that can transform your homemade baked goods into genuine works of art.
You won’t need to wing it for much longer when you find yourself at DFW Airport during odd hours. Over a dozen restaurants and retailers signed new lease agreements this month, and Chick-fil-A has tapped the airport for its first 24-hour eatery.
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