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Mar. 1-4 The Fort Worth Music Festival & Conference at the Stockyards will take place across multiple venues, featuring panel discussions and keynote speakers with wellestablished and highly respected live music industry executives, networking opportunities, workshops, and live performances. Locations and event times vary. For more information, visit www.fortworth.com/fwmf.

Mar. 1, 8, 22 & 29 Gentle Yoga: March in the Prairie. Join BRIT’s recurring all-level yoga class to move, stretch, and awaken your mind and body. You’ll learn unique connections within the body to increase muscle elasticity, loosen joints, and gain flexibility. After class, explore the Gardens at your leisure; registration includes Garden admission for the day of each session. This month’s classes take place on Wed. in the beautiful prairie when weather permits, or the relaxing art gallery inside the BRIT building if not. Due to high Garden attendance during the week of Spring Break, there will be no session on March 15. BYO yoga mat. 9-10 a.m. Non-members $45, members $40. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-463-4160, www.fwbg.org/events.

Mar. 2, 9, 16 & 23 Drive Back in Time Thursdays. On respective dates: Weird Science (1985) PG13, Brewster’s Millions (1985) PG13, The Great Outdoors (1988) PG, Uncle Buck (1989) PG. $5. Gates 6 p.m. Showtimes vary. Coyote Drive-In Theater & Canteen: 223 NE 4th St. www. coyotedrive-in.com/fortworth.

Mar. 2, 16, 23 & 30 PBR Stockyards

Showcase. PBR has rapidly transformed one of the fastest-growing sports in America into a worldwide phenomenon. Capitalizing on the popularity of bull riding around the world and the growing appeal of cowboy values, PBR has attracted many homegrown and international athletes who aspire to compete in the world’s elite bull riding competition. Now that phenomenon has taken up residency in The Historic Stockyards of Fort Worth at the legendary Cowtown Coliseum. Doors 6 p.m. Showcase 7:30 p.m. $15-$55. 121 E. Exchange Ave. 817-625-1025 ext. 302, www. cowtowncoliseum.com.

Mar. 3 Fort Worth Fashion Week presents “The Future,” a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Texas colleges coming together for a student showcase. Fashion show 8 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.fwfashionweek.com.

Mar. 3 Treaty Oak Revival. Doors 6 p.m. Brian Lynn Jones 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18-$28. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 3-5, 10-12, 24-26 & 31-Apr. 2 Magnolia at the Modern is an ongoing series featuring critically acclaimed films. This month, One Fine Morning, Close, The Quiet Girl, and Return to Seoul will be screened on the listed dates, respectively. Assistive listening option now available. Showtimes vary. $10. Half-price on Sun. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org.

Mar. 4 Mike Ryan. Doors 6 p.m. Brian Lynn Jones 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20-$35. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 4 Wild Symphony. From the tiniest tots to preteens, these 45-minute shows have something for every member of your family and end before naptime. Dan Brown, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, made his picture book debut with Wild Symphony, a mindful, humorous, musical, and uniquely entertaining book. Travel through the trees and across the seas with Maestro Mouse and his musical friends! You’ll meet a big blue whale and speedy cheetahs, tiny beetles and graceful swans, each with a special secret to share. 11 a.m. Bass Performance Hall: 525 Commerce St. 817-212-4325, fwsymphony.org.

Mar. 4-12 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Featuring unforgettable classics like “You’ve Got a Friend,” ”One Fine Day,” “So Far Away,” “Take Good Care of My Baby,” “Up On the Roof,” “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” and “Natural Woman,” this Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember and a story you’ll never forget. Showtimes vary. Casa Mañana: 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. 817-3322272, casamanana.org/events/beautiful.

Through Mar. 5 The Patriot Event presented by Priefert brings its 12-day run to the historic Will Rogers Memorial Center, featuring contestants in team roping, barrel racing, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, pole bending, goat tying, steer wrestling, junior rough stock, and the Hooey Junior Patriot Rodeo Finals. The combined projected payout for the 2023 Patriot Event is a whopping $5.5 million! Event times vary. 3401 W. Lancaster Ave. 417-350-1252, www.patriotevent.com.

Through Mar. 5 The Play That Goes Wrong. Welcome to the opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to fiasco. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), the whole evening is a disastrous smash. Showtimes vary. 821/823 W. Vickery Blvd. 817-7849378, www.stagewest.org.

Through Mar. 5 Spaceman is a fullsensory, surround-sound expedition into outer space that follows Molly Jennis’ solo mission to Mars after her husband’s failed, tragic attempt at the same journey. This production will be the first since the world premiere at New York City’s Loading Dock Theatre in 2019. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. 120 minutes. Main Stage. 120 S. Main St. 817-923-3012, www.amphibianstage.com.

Mar. 7 & 13-17 Classic Cartoons & Crafts. It’s what it sounds like: make a fun craft while watching a classic cartoon! 10 a.m. Children $6 (includes craft, small popcorn, and drink), adults $3 (includes drink). Lancaster Theater: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817410-3100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.

Mar. 7 Tuesday Evenings at the Modern: Kahlil Robert Irving. A Saint Louis-based artist, Irving is receiving a great deal of criti- cal acclaim for what is described in the I’ll Be Your Mirror: Art and the Digital Screen catalog as “personal, conceptually layered and poignant work that uses technology to illuminate political and cultural complexities within American society.” In this lecture, Irving speaks about his new work commissioned for the exhibition and touches on his influences and important themes embedded within these pieces. 6 p.m. $5 in advance, free at door if availability permits. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org.

Mar. 9 Second Thursdays at the Carter: Landscapes & Light. Join the Carter every second Thursday to connect with art through cocktails, conversations, and creativity. This month, grab a drink, take in the calming photos of Morning Light: Photographs of David H. Gibson, and make your own accordion-style book, led by Carter Community Artist Raul Rodriguez. 5-8 p.m. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, www.cartermuseum.org/events.

Mar. 9-11 Stand-Up Comedy Residency 2023: Baron Vaughn. Grace & Frankie star Baron Vaughn returns to Amphibian Stage. 120 S. Main St. 817-923-3012, www.amphibianstage.com.

Mar. 10 Giovannie & The Hired Guns. Doors 6 p.m. Todd Stewart 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $20-$40. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 10 Hayes Carll and Summer Dean. 8 p.m. $12-$30. Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall: 122 E. Exchange Ave. Ste. 200. 817-900-9300, info@tannahills.com, www.tannahills.com.

Mar. 11 The Damn Quails. Doors 6 p.m. Todd Stewart 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18-$28. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 12-Jul. 9 Christina Fernandez: Multiple Exposures. Christina Fernandez is an artist and educator acclaimed for photographs that examine her connections to her native Los Angeles, the intersections between public and private spaces, personal and historical narratives, exurban and urban spaces, and the cultural border and historical relationships between Mexico and the United States. The artworks showcased in the exhibition span 30 years. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Mar. 12-Jul. 9 Emancipation: The Unfinished Project of Liberation. On view during the 160th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, Emancipation: The Unfinished Project of Liberation visualizes what freedom looks like for Black Americans today and the legacy of the Civil War in 2023 and beyond. Highlighting the perspectives of contemporary Black artists, the seven installations of Emancipation span sculpture, photography, and paper and textile fabrications. Tues.Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Mar. 13-17 ART BREAK! Spring Break at the Modern. Take an Art Break with family programming at the Modern while schoolaged children are on Spring Break. Each Art Break station includes a conversation with a community artist or Modern docent and a gallery project focusing on selected works. Build collaborative works with the whole family and enjoy free admission for all on Mon. 13 & Fri. 17. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 18+ $16, 60+ and active/retired military personnel & first responders with ID $12, students with ID $10, under 18 free. 3200 Darnell St. 817738-9215, www.themodern.org.

Mar. 13-17 Spring Break Movies at the Palace. From The Muppet Movie (1979) to The Land Before Time (1988) to Little Rascals (1994) to Ratatouille (2007), enjoy a different classic every day with the whole family. 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. $5. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-410-3100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.

Mar. 14-17 Spring Break Art Extravaganza. Explore art and get inspired! Families may enjoy a variety of ongoing activities including art making, sketching in the galleries, sensory tours, afternoon yoga, and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Kimbell Art Museum: 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-3328451, www.kimbellart.org.

Mar. 14-17 Spring Break at the Carter. Enjoy this free, fun-filled extravaganza including gallery games, art-making activities, creativity challenges, and more. All ages welcome. #CarterSpringBreak Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Mar. 16 Artful Moments: Fashion. Explore different clothing fashions in art, have conversations inspired by the artists and their artworks, do hands-on activities, and share stories and experiences. Artful Moments is a monthly program designed for visitors with early stage dementia and their caregivers to connect with artworks in a social setting. ASL interpretation provided upon advance request. 1:30-3 p.m. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/events.

Mar. 16-28 Stand-Up Comedy Residency 2023: Nore Davis.You’ve seen Davis’ comedy on Comedy Central, Prime Video, The Tonight Show, Conan, and acting in hit shows Boardwalk Empire, Succession, and Dickinson. This is Nore’s first time performing at Amphibian Stage. 120 S. Main St. 817-923-3012, www.amphibianstage.com.

Mar. 17 Cody Canada and The Departed. Doors 6 p.m. JD Myers 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18-$28. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 17-19 Bread N’ Gravy: The Songs and Life of Ethel Waters. Written by Frank Cullen and Donald McNeilly, Bread N’ Gravy tells the story of singer Ethel Waters through a beautiful stage reading, presented by Jubilee Theatre in the Modern’s auditorium. Founded by Rudy and Marian Eastman in Fort Worth on June 19, 1981, Jubilee Theatre is the original home of African-American theater in North Texas. Mar. 17: 7:30 p.m. Mar. 18: 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Mar. 19: 3 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-7389215, www.themodern.org.

Mar. 18 Bricks in the Wall: The Sights and Sounds of Pink Floyd. 8 p.m. $19+. Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall: 122 E. Exchange Ave. Ste. 200. 817-900-9300, info@tannahills.com, www.tannahills.com.

Mar. 18 Cowtown Goes Green. Round up the family for an entire day of Irish-Western fun! Featuring festive food and drink, live music, armadillo races, lawn games, pony rides, Old West Gunfight shows, cloggers and dance troops, a spectacular Irish-Western parade at 4 p.m., two cattle drives, and Stockyards Championship Rodeo, Cowtown Goes Green is a can’t-miss day in the Stockyards. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For more information, turn to the feature story, pages 4-5.

Mar. 18 Mark Chesnutt with Special Guest Casey Chesnutt. Doors 6 p.m. JD Myers 8 p.m. Casey Chesnutt 9 p.m. Mark Chesnutt 10 p.m. $20-$35. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 19 The Magic School Bus: Lost in Space. When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. Recommended for grades K-5. 60 minutes. 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. 18+ $22.50, 3-17 $15, under three free. Downtown Cowtown at the Isis: 2401 N. Main St. 817-8086390, www.downtowncowtown.com.

Mar. 21 Tuesday Evenings at the Modern: Kristin Lucas and Paul Slocum. The most playful interactive work in I’ll Be Your Mirror: Art and the Digital Screen is Kristin Lucas’ “FlARmingos,” an augmented reality experience that allows the user to dance with animated flamingos superimposed on reallife settings. Paul Slocum, a multi-hyphenate director of the new media art gallery, And/Or Gallery in Pasadena, CA, and Lucas present their individual endeavors and discuss their shared relationship with new media and each other over decades of blazing new trails in the fields of new media and digital art. 6 p.m. $5 in advance, free at door if availability permits. 3200 Darnell St. 817738-9215, www.themodern.org.

Mar. 22 & 25 National Theatre Live: The Seagull. Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) makes her West End debut in this 21st century retelling of Anton Chekhov’s tale of love and loneliness. National Theatre Live performances are filmed live in high definition and broadcast via satellite to almost 400 cinemas around the world. Mar. 22: 2 p.m. Mar. 25: 1 p.m. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth: 3200 Darnell St. 817-923-3012, www.amphibianstage.com.

Mar. 23-25 Stand-Up Comedy Residency

2023: Phoebe Robinson. 2 Dope Queens’ Phoebe Robinson returns to Amphibian Stage after a sold-out residency in 2019. 120 S. Main St. 817-923-3012, www. amphibianstage.com.

Mar. 24 The Breakfast Club (1985). Five high school kids end up in Saturday detention together, and unlikely friendships form. Starring Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, and Ally Sheedy. Directed by John Hughes. $6. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-4103100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.

Mar. 24 & 25 Chris Young. Doors 6 p.m. Hazard County 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $30-$100. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-6247117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Mar. 25 Flickerstick and Valve. 8 p.m. $37$178. Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall: 122 E. Exchange Ave. Ste. 200. 817-900-9300, info@tannahills.com, www.tannahills.com.

Mar. 25-Apr. 9 Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook. When Junie B. finds a wonderful pen of many colors, she should be allowed to keep it, right? Because finders keepers, losers weepers. Junie B. Jones is not a crook… or is she? A hilarious and heartfelt tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park, this show is suitable for all audiences. Showtimes vary. Casa Mañana: 3101 W. Lancaster Ave. 817-332-2272, https://bit.ly/3PyMotd.

Mar. 26 Will Baffle’s Show of Wonders. This family-friendly show features the talents of renowned magician Will Baffle. You’ll be amazed as he performs stunning illusions that will have you questioning what’s real and what’s magic! 3 p.m. $15. Downtown Cowtown at the Isis: 2401 N. Main St. 817-8086390, www.downtowncowtown.com.

Mar. 28 Tea and Tours | Charles Truett Williams: The Art of the Scene and Christina Fernandez: Multiple Exposures. Find out what’s new at the Carter and explore two current exhibitions. Explore Fort Worth’s midcentury art scene through the lens of the studio salon of Charles Truett Williams, as well as the landmark exhibition of Los Angeles-based artist Christina Fernandez, who has spent 30 years exploring migration, labor, gender, her Mexican-American identity, and the unique capacities of the photographic medium itself. 3-4:30 p.m. Members free, non-members $5. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www. cartermuseum.org/events.

Mar. 30 Bookish: What Becomes A Legend Most. Join the Carter in reading What Becomes A Legend Most: A Biography of Richard Avedon by award-winning photography critic Philip Gefter. Before diving into discussion, curator Kristen Gaylord will lead a tour of Avedon’s photographs on view in the Carter’s collection to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Avedon’s birth. ASL interpretation provided upon advance request. 6-8 p.m. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, www.cartermuseum.org/events.

Mar. 31 The Natural (1984). A middle-aged unknown comes seemingly out of nowhere to become a legendary baseball player with almost supernatural talent. Starring Robert Redford. $6. Grapevine’s Historic Palace Theatre: 300 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-410-3100, https://bit.ly/3LmGTMM.

Mar. 31 Neal McCoy. Doors 6 p.m. Keith Mitchell Band 8 p.m. Headliner 10 p.m. $18-$30. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com/events.

Through Apr. 30 I’ll Be Your Mirror: Art and the Digital Screen is a thematic group exhibition that examines the screen’s vast impact on art from 1969 to the present. This exhibition surveys more than sixty works by fifty artists over the past five decades. Artists examine screen culture through a broad range of media such as paintings, sculpture, video games, digital art, augmented reality, and video. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.5 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Ages 18+ $16, 60+ and active/retired military personnel & first responders with ID $12, students with ID $10, under 18 free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-7389215, www.themodern.org.

Through May 7 Charles Truett Williams: The Art of the Scene. This exhibition examines the Fort Worth midcentury art scene through the presentation of more than 30 works by Fort Worth artist Charles Truett Williams and the artistic community drawn to his studio salon. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m.

Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, https://bit.ly/397Ohwt.

Through May 21 Morning Light: Photographs of David H. Gibson. Dallas photographer David H. Gibson has been exploring the beauty of the Southwestern landscape for more than 50 years, building a reputation as an astute interpreter of effervescent moisture and changing light.

Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m.

Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, https://bit.ly/397Ohwt.

Through May 31 Darryl Lauster: Testament. North Texas-based artist Darryl Lauster’s Testament (2018–2020) is a bronze obelisk that calls the viewer to be a critical reader and look at the function of text in different contexts. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m.

Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/ exhibitions/darryl-lauster-testament.

Through Jun. 9 The Opulence of Orchids

With works spanning back almost 500 years, The Opulence of Orchids features contemporary and historical depictions of orchids in conjunction with the Fort Worth Botanic Garden’s “World of Orchids” display. This selection of artworks includes watercolor paintings, pen and ink drawings, and lithographs from BRIT

Library’s Arader Natural History Collection of Art as well as Margaret Mee prints and watercolors from the private collection of Charles Hess. This exhibition will be on view in the Upper Atrium Exhibitions Gallery. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817463-4102, www.fwbg.org/events.

Through Sep. 1 Neighborhood Leap is a free, app-based augmented reality art walking trail exploring South Main Village. Featuring over 50 artists over 20+ stops, the app honors South Main’s past, present, and future through a range of virtual experiences, including visual art, music, movement, and storytelling. Available on iOS and Android. 120 S. Main St. www.neighborhoodleap.carrd.co.

Through Nov. 30 Jean Shin. Known for her signature artistic practice of creating monumental sculpture created from natural or discarded materials, Shin will be creating a site-specific work on the Carter grounds that examines the museum’s history and landscape. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/ exhibitions/jean-shin.

Ongoing Bike and BBQ is a fun, threehour guided Pedego electric bike tour of Fort Worth that includes sightseeing downtown and stops at the Fort Worth Water Gardens, JFK Tribute, Sundance Square Plaza, and more. Then, ride to Panther Island and take the Trinity Trails to arrive in the historic Stockyards for the Herd Cattle Drive and lunch at Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que. Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $125, lunch included. bit.ly/3hYjwip.

Ongoing Carriage and Stagecoach Rides. Harkening back to the old west, carriages and stagecoaches are once again preferred forms of transportation in the Stockyards, making for a perfect family excursion or date-night getaway. 10:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. daily. Ages 10+ $10, 5-9 $5, under five free. 131 E. Exchange Ave. To book: ccarriagesfw@gmail.com.

Ongoing Carter Collection at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Carter houses one of the great collections of American art, from historical landscapes captured on canvas to city streets seen through the lens of a camera. Anchored by iconic masterworks from the 19th and 20th centuries, the collection includes a range of artists, mediums, and styles, providing countless ways to explore and understand American creativity. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m.

Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/ exhibitions/carter-collection.

Ongoing Carter Collection Themed Tour. Learn about the Carter collection in a novel way as a docent pieces together works with unique commonalities. Free. Sat. 2-3 p.m. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-7381933, www.cartermuseum.org/events/ carter-collection-themed-tour.

Ongoing Collection Highlights Tour. Led by a docent, this free tour will introduce a few of the museum’s favorite artworks to you, no art history degree needed! Free. Thurs., Fri., & Sun. 2-3 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/ events/collection-highlights-tour.

Ongoing Cowtown Coliseum Stockyards Championship Rodeo. The Stockyards Championship Rodeo is held in the historic Cowtown Coliseum, home of the world’s first indoor rodeo. It features timed events such as tie-down roping, breakaway roping, team roping, and barrel racing and also offers the excitement of rough stock events like bull riding, bronc riding, bareback, and ranch saddle bronc riding. The world’s only yearround rodeo is held nearly every Fri. & Sat. night. Doors 6 p.m. Rodeo 7:30 p.m. 121 E. Exchange Ave. 1-888-COWTOWN, www. cowtowncoliseum.com/events.

Ongoing The Cowtown Opry performs on the steps, on the veranda, or in the lobby of the Historic Livestock Exchange Building in the Fort Worth Stockyards most Sundays, celebrating the rich musical legacy of Texas and the American West. Sun. 2 p.m. Free. 131 E. Exchange Ave., 817-366-9675, www.cowtownopry.org.

Ongoing Coyote Drive-In Theater & Canteen. Visit yesteryear in a classic drive-in movie theater that screens both current releases and classics. Enjoy a full menu delivered straight to your car! Gates open daily at 6 p.m. Ages 13+ $8, 4-12 $5, under four free. $5 tickets on Wed. 223 NE 4th St. www.coyotedrive-in.com/fortworth.

Ongoing Dancing at Billy Bob’s Texas. Sun. dance classes, $10 per couple. Wed. ladies night, free line dance lessons. Sat. free line dance lessons with 20% off lunch for dancers at the Honky Tonk Kitchen. 2520 Rodeo Plaza. 817-624-7117, www. billybobstexas.com/events.

Ongoing Drawing From the Collection. Learn with local artists as they lead informal basic drawing classes in the galleries in classes catered to adults/teens and children. All you need is a sketchbook and pencils! Children under six must be accompanied by an adult. First Sun. of every month. 2 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817738-9215, www.themodern.org.

Ongoing Farmers Market of Grapevine. Shop locally-grown produce and products! The market features a variety of vendors of home decor, collectibles, and more. Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 520 S. Main St. #203, Grapevine, TX 76051. 817-527-7446, www. farmersmarketofgrapevine.com.

Ongoing First Fridays at Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. The Modern and Café Modern team up to bring you live music from the First Friday House Band and drink specials and tasty light bites in the museum’s Grand Lobby. Enjoy a unique opportunity to experience the Modern in the evening. Gallery admission is free, and a complimentary, docent-led, 20-minute tour is available at 6:30 p.m. The ongoing film series, Magnolia at the Modern, also offers critically acclaimed films every Friday night. First Fri. of every month, 5-8 p.m. Free. 3200 Darnell St. 817-738-9215, www. themodern.org/program/first-fridays-1.

Ongoing Fort Worth Botanic Garden. The main gardens are open daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., last admission sold at 3:15 p.m. to allow adequate time in the Garden. The Trellis Gift Shop located inside the Garden Center and The Treasure Tree Gift Shop located in the Japanese Garden are open daily,10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Rock Springs Café is open daily, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages 16-64 $12, 6-15 $6, seniors 65+ $10. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd. 817-3661100 (Café), 817-463-4160, www.fwbg.org.

Ongoing Fort Worth Herd Cattle Drive. Twice a day herders dressed in 19th-century cowboy gear drive 15-17 head of cattle down Exchange Ave. Best viewing areas for the drives are the front lawn of the Livestock Exchange Building or across the street near RFD-TV’s store. 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. Cattle meet-and-greet behind the Livestock Exchange Building 2 p.m. daily. No cattle drives on major holidays. Weather permitting. Free. Along E. Exchange Ave. 817-336-4373, www.fortworthherd.com.

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71941FJA separately $225.94 SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE $9999 8 tweaks, updates, and overhauls in every gallery, from a new play area in the Children’s Museum to the latest paleontology information in DinoLabs. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. 1600 Gendy St. 817-255-9300, www.fwmuseum.org.

Ongoing Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. This 3,621-acre refuge is one of the largest city-owned nature centers in the United States. It was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1980 and offers special events, educational programs, and naturalistled hikes. Ages 13-64 $6, 65+ $3, 3-12 $2, under three free, dogs $1. Active/Retired Military with ID $1 off. 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd. 817-392-7410, www.fwnaturecenter.org.

Ongoing Fort Worth Trinity Park. The Log Cabin Village living history museum depicts the lifestyle of pioneers who settled this area in the mid-to-late 1800s. Ages 18+ $7, 4-17 & 60+ $6, under four free. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sun. & Mon. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln. 817-3925881, www.logcabinvillage.org.

Ongoing The nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo has been ranked the No. 1 Zoo in North America by USA Today, the Best Zoo in Texas by Yahoo Travel, the No. 5

Zoo in the Nation by USA Travel Guide, the No. 1 Family Attraction in DFW by Zagat survey, and a Top 10 Zoo or Aquarium by FamilyFun magazine. Home to more than 7,000 animals, the zoo is in the second of a four-phase, $100 million master plan. The institution’s focus on education and conservation is second to none, enhancing the lives of more than one million visitors a year. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Ages 13-64 $18, 65+ & 3-12 $14, under three free. Parking $5/vehicle. 1989 Colonial Parkway. 817759-7555, www.fortworthzoo.org.

Ongoing Four Day Weekend comedy. This multi-member comedy troupe in downtown Fort Worth weaves audience participation, videos, and music into their improvisational skills. The talented cast has created the longest-running live show in Fort Worth’s history. Fri. 8 p.m. Sat. 7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. 18+. $25. 312 Houston St. 817-226-4329, www.fourdayweekend.com.

Ongoing Gabriel Dawe: Plexus no. 34 is at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Carter has commissioned a large-scale, site-specific installation of more than eighty miles of multicolored thread by internationally celebrated, Mexican-born, and Dallas-based artist Gabriel Dawe. It looks like frozen light and Technicolor vaporous mist, drawing attention to the majestic architecture and natural light of the museum’s atrium. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m., closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org/exhibitions.

Ongoing The Ghosts of Fort Worth Tour. Combining history with hauntings, this tour is Fort Worth’s #1 All-Ages/Family-Friendly Ghost Tour. Your spooky adventure will begin with an introduction to Fort Worth’s haunted past, and then you’ll head off to visit some of the most haunted locations in the city. 8 p.m. daily. Ages 12+ $25, 6-11 $10, under six free. Adults-only tours also available. 109 W. Exchange Ave. 855-9999026, https://bit.ly/3UjMmbq.

Ongoing Grapevine Vintage Railroad. “Puffy,” the 1896 steam locomotive, is the oldest continuously operating steam engine in the South, and “Vinny” is a 1953 GP-7 diesel locomotive. The Cotton Belt Route Excursion is a 21-mile trip that rolls at a leisurely pace and is perfect for the entire family. Keep an eye out for greedy outlaws onboard the Cotton Belt Route Excursion and join in on the fun by helping railroad detectives solve the mystery of who robbed the Grapevine

Vintage Railroad. The Grapevine to Stockyards run departs at 12:50 p.m. and arrives in the Stockyards around 2:30 p.m. The return trip departs the Stockyards at 4:15 p.m. and arrives back in Grapevine about 5:45 p.m. $18-$26. Grapevine Station: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 705 S. Main St. Grapevine, TX 76051. Stockyards Station: noon-4:30 p.m. 140 E. Exchange Ave. www.bit.ly/3vUkzlv.

Ongoing John Wayne: An American Experience. Sprawling over 10,000 square feet, the John Wayne: An American Experience exhibit is structured to give an intimate tour of the life of John Wayne. Starting with his early childhood and career, each room highlights an aspect of The Duke’s legacy. For film aficionados, an extensive gallery called the “Life on Screen” highlights the most iconic film props and costumes. All patrons have exclusive access to never-before seen family photos and correspondences which have been thoughtfully curated by the Wayne family in order to give guests a holistic view of the icon, whose values translate both on the silver screen and off. Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 2501 Rodeo Plaza. www.johnwayne.com.

Ongoing James Surls, Seven and Seven Flower (1998) is at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The acclaimed Texas artist transformed pine and steel into writhing blossoms suspended in space to evoke a dynamic relationship between the earthly and the spiritual. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Free. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-989-5064, www. cartermuseum.org/exhibitions/james-surlsseven-and-seven-flower.

Ongoing Happy Hour at the Kimbell Café. Enjoy live music and a selection of beverages and snacks available for purchase. Members receive a 10% discount on beverages during happy hours. Fri. 5-7 p.m. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.

Ongoing Kimbell Art Museum’s renowned European masterpieces, paintings, and sculptures dating from antiquity through the 18th century include Michelangelo’s Torment of Saint Anthony and Caravaggio’s Cardsharps. Visitors will also see antiquities from Greece, Italy, and Egypt. Late 18th century through mid-20th century works are on view in the north galleries. Impressionist and post-Impressionist favorites Cézanne, Monet, Picasso, Matisse, and Mondrian are also on display to admire. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri. noon-8 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Permanent exhibition is free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817-332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.

Ongoing LEGOLAND Discovery Center. Surround yourself with millions of LEGO

Bricks and build epic LEGO creations alongside master builders! Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults must be accompanied by at least one child under 18 to visit. 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy., Grapevine, Texas 76051, www. legolanddiscoverycenter.com/dallas-fw.

Ongoing Live music at Scat Jazz Lounge. Scat is a live music venue showcasing some of the best local, regional, and national talent with a primary focus on straightahead jazz. Set in the basement of the historic Woolworth building, Scat carries on the New York tradition of the coolest clubs being underground and off the beaten path. The idea was to create a club where you can enjoy a great cocktail while listening to some of the best music ever written. Every Thurs.-Sat. Showtimes and ticket prices vary. 111 W. 4th, Ste. 11. 817-870-9100, www.scatjazzlounge.com.

Ongoing The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. The grand, new gallery space tells the story of the relationship between women and horses through interactive exhibits, beautifully displayed artifacts, and a breathtaking, dramatic media production that encompasses the space and allows visitors to feel like they are standing in a herd of magnificent horses. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. Ages 13-64 $12; 65+, military, and first responders $9; 4-12 $6; under four free. 1720 Gendy St. 817-3364475, 800-476-3263, www.cowgirl.net.

Ongoing Old West Comedy Gunfight. When in the Stockyards go see The Legends of Texas, the “Premier Comedy Gun Fighting Group in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards.” Sat. & Sun. 11:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Free. 131 E. Exchange Ave.

Ongoing Public tours at Kimbell Art Museum. Join docents for regularly scheduled tours focusing on both the permanent collection and special exhibitions. Permanent exhibition and architecture tours: during museum hours. Free. Special exhibitions: Wed.-Fri. 1 p.m. & 2 p.m. Ages 18+ $18, 60+ and students with ID $16, 6-11 $14, under six free. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. 817332-8451, www.kimbellart.org/content/tours.

Ongoing Texas Live! is a unique attraction that combines entertainment, restaurants, and accommodations into one exciting destination. Perfect for sports fans, the complex is nestled between three legendary arenas, AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and Choctaw Stadium. Texas Live! is the place you’ll want to be before, after, or during a game. 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd., Arlington, TX 76011, 817852-6688, www.texas-live.com.

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