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Event Spotlight
Fort Worth joins other cities, including Dallas, Washington DC, Miami, and Phoenix, in the reality TV craze with local watch parties.
Photo by Little Woodrow’s
You’ve got a text. With “Love Island” officially ranked as the No. 1 most-watched streaming reality series for the second consecutive week, Little Woodrow’s is bringing live showings to West 7th.
Little Woodrow’s has entered the villa. Beginning tonight, join every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 8 p.m. for a lively “Love Island” watch party. To really lean into the island energy, try two cheeky-themed cocktails — the “Hurricane Huda” or the “I’ve Got a Text Tini.”
Events
Events
Monday, June 30
Texas Rangers vs. Baltimore Orioles | Monday, June 30-Wednesday, July 2 | 7:05 p.m. | Globe Life Field, Arlington | $13+ | Hey batter, batter, batter, swing — enjoy America’s favorite pastime but with air conditioning.
Tuesday, July 1
New England Lobster Boil | 6:30-9 p.m. | Central Market | $120 | During this hands-on cooking class, learn to master crab turnovers, boiled lobster, and maple sugar crème brûlée.
Wednesday, July 2
Let’s Ride the Storytime Train! | Wednesday, July 2-Wednesday, July 30 | 9:30-11 a.m. | Fort Worth T&P Station | Free | Join Trinity Metro and the Fort Worth Public Library every Wednesday and Saturday this month to hear celebrity guest speakers and receive free books for the kids.
Namaste + Sip | 6-7:30 p.m. | Blackland Distillery | $25 | Enjoy a 45-minute yoga flow with Bumble Bee Yoga Company in the barrel room, followed by a tasty cocktail crafted with Blackland Distillery spirits.
Well darn. It appears that Fort Worth’s most expensive home is no longer on the market. Not to worry — this 5,888-sqft mansion is still available on the outskirts of town. It’s located on 6.6 acres and features a study, a new game room + fully remodeled kitchen.
Try This
On the hunt for a luxe pool? Try using Resort Pass, a tool where you can find day passes to hotel pools across Fort Worth. We’re eyeing a private cabana at the Omni Hotel.
Eat
It looks like Texans believe in the power of chia seeds. That’s the most popular superfood in the state, based on Google search data compiled by Eachnight. If you want to buy some or see what other goodies are growing near Fort Worth, head to a local farmers market.
Drink
Ready for a twist on a classic? Good Housekeeping named the spicy pina colada the drink of the summer, which heats up the cocktail’s recipe by adding a spicy ingredient like chile-infused rum. If you’d rather drink something else, we think local happy hours are always on trend.
Learn
Take a peek at the first images taken by the largest digital camera ever built, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. While we may not get quite the same view, we know where you can explore the night sky closer to home at FWMSH’s Noble Planetarium or UNT’s Rafes Urban Astronomy Center. (AP)
Trending
WFAA journalist Paul Livengood shared how you can volunteer for the 2026 World Cup. In a year, AT&T Stadium will be the destination for nine of the matches — more than any other host city.
Listen
Miss the Dallas Mavericks’ reaction to landing Cooper Flagg? Get the full recap, plus breaking news, analysis, and more about Dallas’ professional basketball team with Locked On’s daily podcast episodes.
Community
Uh-oh, short-staffed again? Don’t sweat it — the FTWtoday Job Board has your back. Post your job, reach awesome local talent, and get that role filled fast. Oh, and did we mention it’s totally free? Yep, like zero dollars.
You can’t go wrong with tacos for lunch. | Photo by @kellyfoodiele
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Cowtown. Check out this list of 15 places where lunch for one costs $10 or less. Pak-A-Pocket
The Mediterranean restaurant offers hot and cold pockets for less than $8 + the “Dieter’s Special,” which includes a pocket, 8-oz cup of soup, and crackers.
Los Taco H’s Taqueria
Take a mental vacation to Central Mexico with 17 different tacos ranging from $2 to $2.50, with options including cactus, campechano, mushrooms, and suadero.
Main Dish Salad Co.
The family-owned restaurant has a virtual salad bar — just click your favorites and your custom combo is made for you for ~$8. Plus, you can turn any salad into a wrap for a healthy handheld lunch for ~$7.
We know, we know — we couldn’t possibly include them all. Send us a note of your favorite spot, or tell us a foodie hack that all readers need to know about.
We’ve got all the Fourth of July essentials you need and won’t immediately throw away after the holiday. (Think: Family-friend games you can play all summer long, a reusable + safe alternative to fireworks, and grill accessories that last). Buy these items today for the chance for them to arrive before the holiday.
🍖 Get the grill ready with this scouring stone that cleans better and faster than a brush.
🔥 Speaking of the grill, trade your old pocket lighter for this windproof one.
🎆 This light up bubble blower serves as a safe, kid-friendly replacement for fireworks.
🇺🇸 This red, white, and blue reusable tablecloth is stain-resistant and waterproof.
☀️ No summer holiday is complete without a fun backyard game like Spikeball or lifesize Jenga.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
I’ve got a $10 lunch hack that I’ve been using for years. When I worked in an office, I would run to Kroger on my lunch break every Wednesday for the $6 sushi special (real fans will remember when it was $5). Kroger sushi is actually decent + it cures my frequent craving for sushi without hurting my wallet.