Take in the breathtaking views of downtown at Rooftop Cinema Club. | Photo by FTWtoday
We’re no love experts, but if there’s one thing you can count on us for, it’s making your date night plans a whole lot easier. From upscale romantic dinners to outdoor adventures, plan the perfect outing with these four local date night ideas.
Feel free to send us the wedding invitation in the mail.
Lean into the romance and learn more about star signs with a tasting at these local wine bars matched with the Zodiac calendar.
Take a horseback ride on the Old Chisholm Trail with Stockyard Stables.
Amp up the friendly competition while keeping it cost-effective at a local arcade like Main Event, Cidercade, or Tokyo Station in Arlington.
Plan a relaxing flow at a local yoga studio or book a couple’s massage with rejuvenating treatments at these luxurious spas.
The SEC approved the Texas Stock Exchange, clearing the path for it to become the first of its kind in Texas. TXSE — which will be headquartered in Dallas — is expected to launch in 2026 as the first new fully integrated US stock exchange in decades. (CBS News)
Try This
One vendor at the State Fair of Texas is making history by being the first-ever vegan-exclusive food truck. Try Vegan Vibrations, now serving vegan crunch wraps, burgers, nachos + more. Or enjoy the Big Tex Choice Award winner Crab & Mozzarella Arancini. It isn’t vegan, but it is delicious. (NBC 5 DFW)
Fort Worthian
Street signs on South Calhoun Street will be getting toppers to honor Leon Bridges. The area is where Bridges recorded his 2016 six-time GRAMMY-nominated album “Coming Home.” The unveiling ceremony in front of Niles City Sound is next Tuesday, Oct. 7, at noon, with remarks from the mayor. (Fort Worth Report)
Community
Fort Worth’s mobile tool shed program just went citywide. Last month, we told you that community investment was a priority in this year’s city budget — which included expansion of this program. Residents all across town can now borrow tools for free.
Sports
Dallas Wings head coach Chris Koclanes is out after one season. Despite record-breaking performances by newcomer Paige Beuckers, the team held a 10-34 record this season — the team’s worst. We like to follow local sportscasters, like Jonah Javad and Mike Leslie to stay in the loop.
Listen
Tyler Seguin led the Dallas Stars to another preseason 5-3 win Tuesday night against the St. Louis Blues. Who are the other key players this upcoming season? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Stars with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Your must-have Halloween decor to celebrate the season, ranging from how cute to oh my:
👻 These three ceramic ghost lights are almost too cute to stand (and come with batteries).
🕯️ A No. 1 best-seller, this floating candle set will add flickering, cozy warmth to any Halloween display.
🧹 Floating witch hats show your Halloween spirit and are perfect for a party.
🕸️ The Addams family would approve of this black lace spiderweb cover decking out your mantle.
☠️ Make the neighbors do a double-take with a best-selling hands and skull set popping out of your yard.
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.
Tickets are now on sale for Christmas in the Garden (formerly Lightscape) at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden, running Friday, Nov. 21 to Sunday, Jan. 4. The event will include bigger and brighter light displays than before, holiday music, more opportunities to meet Santa Claus, a magical candy cane tunnel, and local food from JD’s Burgers, Pulido’s, and Curly’s. Children can get in for as low as $13.
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