They say that pets are family. Here at FTWtoday, our subscribers are our family. Therefore, their pets are our family too. We asked readers to submit their furry friends for a chance at being featured, and well — because we (selfishly) love seeing cute animals.
Our gallery is full of reader-submitted cuteness that will make your inbox a happier place. So, without further ado, let’s meet the pets of FTWtoday.
Chicago White Sox vs. Texas Rangers | Friday, June 13-Saturday, June 14 | Times vary | Globe Life Field, Arlington | $22+ | The Midwestern team can go ahead and just “ope” their way out.
Jiaoying Summers Stand-Up Comedy | Friday, June 13-Saturday, June 14 | Times vary | Hyena’s Fort Worth | $39+ | The LA-based comedian who regularly goes viral — most notably for her “Uber Karen” sketch — blends fearless, dark humor with a refreshing global perspective.
Wu-Tang Forever | 8 p.m. | Dickies Arena | $60+ | The “C.R.E.A.M.” rap group performs “The Final Chamber” tour with Run The Jewels.
Saturday, June 14
Dumplings of the World: Cooking Class with Hao’s Grocery | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Fort Worth Public Library - East Regional | Free | Registration is required to take a global journey around the world to make traditional Chinese dumplings with Hao Tran and learn their origins.
Borosilicate Level I Sculpting Workshop | 5-8 p.m. | SiNaCa Studios | $160 | Learn how to sculpt like Márton Váró in this 3-hour workshop, where you’ll advance your skills in making small solid sculptures or turtles, dolphins, flowers, and more.
Django in June: Just the Music | 8-10 p.m. | Arts Fifth Avenue | $20 | Join us for an evening of Gypsy Jazz featuring the artistry of Ginny Mack and String Theory Manouche.
Sunday, June 15
Cheers to Dad | 2-5 p.m. | Lost Oak Winery, Burleson | Cost of purchase | Relax on the scenic grounds with dad and a glass of your favorite wine, enjoy bites from Calhoun’s Country Smoke, and listen to the sounds of the Rhythm Daddyz.
Father’s Day Belly Flop Contest | 2-2:30 p.m. | Epic Waters Indoor Water Park, Grand Prairie | $54 | Head to the wave pool and cheer on fathers as they get judged on form, splash, and crowd reaction.
Fathers Day All-Star Smooth Jazz Groove | 6-7:30 p.m. | Texas Trust CU Theatre, Grand Prairie | $50+ | Grab dad and enjoy several smooth jazz legends, including Sheila E., Norman Brown, Najee, and Lee Ritenour.
The board of the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts (AVPA) has voted to close the school, due to financial reasons. The AVPA is a tuition-free charter school serving sixth through eighth-grade students, founded in 2001. The school had plans to extend to 12th grade, but online enrollment is currently closed. (WFAA)
Eat
Hideaway Pizza — which announced a north Fort Worth location in March — has a revised opening date. The first day to pick up a 16-inch Aporkalypse pie with a side of fried mushrooms is Monday, Aug. 18. The grand opening was originally set for June 5. (Community Impact)
Ranked
Solar energy company Wolf River Electric ranked Texas No. 2 on its list of states most at-risk for power outages this summer. Between 2019 and 2023, Texas had 7,160+ summertime power outages. ERCOT predicts its system will have a new record for peak demand this August at 85,759 megawatts. (CultureMap Fort Worth)
Outdoors
The 68-acre Oak Grove Community Park in south Fort Worth is set to receive $3 million worth of renovations. The renovations will provide athletic fields, playgrounds, trails, and other amenities. While no exact date has been announced, the park is slated to be complete next year. (Fort Worth Report)
Fun Fact
According to ABC News, the Nintendo Switch 2 has become the fastest-selling Nintendo game system ever, with over 3.5 million units sold in just four days. Follow WFAA producer Sandra Turner for more. (ABC News)
Sports
Are the Dallas Stars considering trading Jason Robertson? Get both sides of the story from the local experts of Dallas hockey with the latest episode of Locked On Stars podcast.
Trending
We think cherry red nails would look good on you. In fact, fruit nails are trending — and cherry is the most searched fruit nail color in Texas. Get in on the trend and take a picture with your viral nails holding a Cherry Coffee. (Flourish)
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Happy Friday, FTW. If you’re celebrating a father, father figure, or someone else in your life who deserves love this weekend, consider treating them to a tasty brunch at one of these go-to spots in Fort Worth.
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