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Spring break is here for Fort Worth ISD and surrounding school districts. If you’re searching for ways to keep the kiddos busy, look no further. Here are some family-friendly events taking place in Fort Worth starting next Monday, March 16.
Fort Worth Spring Break Camps (Ages 5-12) | Through Monday, March 23 | 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | Multiple community centers | Parents, drop your little camper off, and a variety of recreational, educational, and cultural programs will keep them entertained. Registration is required.
Dinosaur Park | Through Sunday, March 29 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Ln., Grapevine | Raising a dino-lover? See over a dozen 15-ft-tall animatronic dinosaurs, play with tools used in real fossil digs, feel what dinosaur skin may have felt like, and attend a Dino Disco PJ Party.
A new Highland Park home became the priciest listing in DFW last month, beating Fort Worth’s most expensive home. Spanning 11,000 sqft, the mansion boasts its own pool, a turfed backyard, a patio, and a three-car garage. See for yourself. (Dallas Business Journal)
Eat
A popular food truck specializing in wagyu smashburgers is set to open a brick-and-mortar store at 904 W. Northside Dr. Sweet Sugar High Burger Co.'s opening date is not clear, but they’re continuing truck operations in the same lot until then. (Fort Worth Magazine)
Festival
Dallas’ Festival of Colors — which was set to take place last weekend — has been postponed to Saturday, March 21 due to inclement weather. See more events we’re looking forward to this month. (CBS New)
Shop
A Pottery Barn outlet store is coming to Grapevine Towne Center this spring. Shop thousands of discounted furniture, home decor, bedding, lighting, and more. Don’t feel like waiting? Another outlet is located inside the Arlington Highlands shopping center. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
Plan Ahead
The Fort Worth Chamber will host its 144th Annual Meeting next Wednesday, March 25 at Will Rogers Memorial Center. The future of Fort Worth will take shape as the city’s biggest decision-makers, trailblazers, and legacy builders meet under one roof. Non-member tickets start at $185.
Edu
The University of North Texas is launching a new Artificial Intelligence degree next fall, after growing interest in the field. The program aims to help students gain modern tech skills for opportunities in the expanding industry. (KDFW)
Sports
The Dallas Cowboys have reached a deal with the Arizona Cardinals. Safety Jalen Thompson will join the team under a $33 million, three-year contract, according to WFAA sports anchor Joe Trahan.
State
H-E-B’s annual Quest for Texas Best competition, a challenge to find Texas-made products to feature on the grocery store’s shelves, have began accepting applicants through Wednesday, April 22. Winners will share a $100,000 prize pool — learn how to enter.
Health
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Finance
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The Buy
We’ve got something just for you: the perfect handbag for every occasion. Add these five bags to your closet + complete any look, any time.
👜 Everyday: On sale for over 50% off, American Leather Company’s hobo bag has multiple pockets + a top zip closure to secure all your essentials
💄 Date night: This versatile leather wristlet and clutch brings style + elegance to any outfit.
🎶 Concert: A chic, stadium-approved clear bag is a wardrobe must-have. We love this one’s durable and trendy design.
🌴 Spring break: Enter vacay mode with this boho rattan bag that easily converts to a crossbody with the included detachable strap.
🧳 Workday: This leather leather Kate Spade tote can fit your laptop, wallet, and more — get it while it’s 68% off.
This week, I attended the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee’s press conference on the upcoming Fan Festival. Haven’t heard of it? Here’s a quick rundown of what to expect: hundreds of activities, activations, concerts, local food and drink, a beer garden, and tons of cultural performances. Want to know more? Stay tuned to our newsletter.
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