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Film Jive with Jimmy Ray Sorrells.

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Stacey Watkins, mixing passion and faith with science! Plus Local gallery and museum listings.

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Granbury Theater Company, Big City Revue, Theater off the Square and Texas Opry live local theater!

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A Bounty of Beautiful Homes Await Visitors, Holiday in the Park, Christmas Ornaments and more...

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Ho! Ho! Ho! Happy Holidays! find myself wondering why we call the days Isurrounding Christmas “the

Holidays”. I always think of a holiday as the word is defined: “a day of festivity or recreation when no work is done”. I don’t know about you, but for me this is the busiest time of the year. Decorating, shopping, cooking, bundling up for the cold…yes, I consider that work…no rest is present in any of those activities.

As our communities gear up for the season they too are busy working hard to make your season fun and memorable. Festivals abound, beginning with December 6th when three

area cities hold grand holiday events. The City of Aledo’s, Christmas Tyme in Aledo with shops open late and handing out treats for area shoppers, Azle’s Christmas Parade and tree lighting ceremony and Clark Gardens Garden A Glow celebration with hayrides, a weenie roast with s’mores, Santa, music and dancing all take place on the 6th. Granbury, Weatherford and Springtown each hold their annual Tour of Homes in December and The City of Weatherford has added a new event to the calendar this year called Holiday in the Park at Heritage Park (you can read all about it in the activities section of the magazine).

Area shops and boutiques are also preparing for the holiday onslaught and stocking their shelves with new items daily. With a plethora of unique and

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There is so much to see and do in our communities this year that it will be hard to fit it all in before the Holidays are over. So, bundle up, grab family and friends, and enjoy this busy time of year. As always, be sure to check out the back of the magazine for coupons to help save you money and time this season. Maybe we can all find time to take a real “holiday” after the New Year.

The folks here at My Hometowns Texas wish you all a season filled with joy and love!

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TWO HOLIDAY NUTS AND UNEXPECTED TUNES OH HOW DUMB! Every now and again we are thrown into an abyss by a film so astoundingly stupid that it manages to reign supreme at the box office. Dumb and Dumber To easily lives up to that hype, as it continues to draw sentimental crowds with humorous familiarity to the theatres nationwide. Dumb and Dumber To smashed its competitors with a staggering $38 million dollar weekend opening. Starring Jim Carey and Jeff Daniels, this over-thetop buffoonery comedy is once again the creation of the famed Farrelly brothers.

It’s been 20 years and Harry Dunn has found something out - he has a daughter! Lloyd Christmas, his equally dim witted friend, takes one look

at a picture of her, develops a crush, and insists the two track her down. What ensues when Harry finally agrees is a bizarre encounter with an old lady and more hilarity because of their sheer stupidity.

The first Dumb and Dumber, released in 1994, was also a smash hit that left millions of fans wanting more of the loveable but knucklehead duo and their roadside adventures.

Laurie Holden, Kathleen Turner, and the oh-soredneck Mama June also have feature roles in the film.

What do you think? Dumb and Dumberest in 2034?

Dumb and Dumber Tres?

Hmmm… either way, we’ll surely flock to the theatres for the next one guys!

IT’S IN THE AIR… Unless you have been living under a rock or on a far-away planet, you have come to notice that we are now in full holiday mode.

When holiday music comes to mind, everyone surely conjures up the classics like Bing Crosby’s “White

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Christmas”, Frank Sinatra’s “Let it Snow”, and Brenda Lee’s version of “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”.

However, holiday music is back in full force this year as new and older artists put out new albums for our enjoyment. Who would have guessed that Family Guy Creator Seth McFarlane gets in to the spirit with the release of “Seth McFarlane – Holiday for Swing”, the comic’s Christmas themed album with 1940’s and 50’s Show tunes with guest appearances.

Let’s also be sure to check out a new album from a favorite throwback bandEarth, Wind, and Fire’s “Holiday”. The iconic R&B, soul and funk band covers everything from

“Winter Wonderland” and “The Drummer Boy” to “Joy to the World” and “Jingle Bell Rock”.

Christmas at Downtown Abbey. In case you can’t get enough of the popular show “Downtown Abbey”, you can now hear some of the stars of the show tackle Christmas classics. Performers include Elizabeth McGovern, Julian Ovenden and more.

FUN FACT: Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas” continues to be the number one downloaded holiday song of all time. Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole vie for the coveted number 2 spot.

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Art the media. Two of her works, “Sealed in Faith” and “Warrior from Above”, were selected

by Art Scene Today magazine in its international juried competition, It’s a Color Thing, an exploration of the use of color in art.

her art is “a must see” and Texas Country Reporter aired a segment on its nationally syndicated show that exposed her new medium to a national audience. You can also see her art in her recently published book, “Sent from Above”, or you can stop by the gallery for a demonstration.

Your Private Collection Art Gallery 106 N. Houston St. Granbury, Texas 76048 (817)579-7733

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Stacey Watkins’ gallery, “Your Private Collection”, you can see the works of many artists who are recognized nationally in the art community.

You can also see Stacey’s own art hanging in her gallery. “I love to show people my art and not tell I am the artist so I can see true reactions,” says Stacey. “I enjoy hearing what they have to say and feel. After I hear how they feel about my art then I tell them why I make it and hope it leaves them with a positive feeling.”

Although Stacey’s previous education was science oriented, her passion since childhood has been art, which has led her

to combine the two into a unique medium. The artwork she composes is a blend of phosphorescent pigments and resin. Since this medium absorbs UV light (black light or natural sun light) and changes in the dark to a glow with contrast of vibrant colors her work visually evolves and is re-born with each new day’s dawn of early light. But Stacey’s art is not limited to just one medium or theme. Her mixed medium art begins with combing the salvage yards for interesting finds that can include copper, metal, glass and any other material that speaks to her and that she can incorporate into one of her unique pieces. Most of her pieces have a story and the ebb and flow of the colors of pigment make the artwork’s appearance change, “much like clouds moving in the sky,” says Stacey. Most of her artwork is faith based because, “it was God who helped get my life back in order to create the art I do…there are no ends to the possibilities in life or in art.”

Stacey’s art is gaining attention in national and international juried shows as well as in

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Hours: Closed Monday and Tuesday Open Wednesday thru Saturday 11a.m. to 6p.m.

Sunday 1p.m. to 5p.m.

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Galleries & MUSEUMS Artefactz 120 N. Houston Street (817) 573-9446 www.artefactz.com Brazos Prophetic Arts 313 Ables Street (817) 579-1775

The Weatherford Art Association is opening the Firehouse Art Gallery with a SHOP LOCAL $100 or less art sale!

From now to January 1st, all art in the gallery is priced to sell for $100 or less. Over 100 artworks from drawing to paintings, photographs to ceramics are in the gallery waiting for a forever home.

Shop the Firehouse Gallery during hours of operation or call 817-694-0246 for an appointment. The Firehouse Gallery is located at 119 Palo Pinto, Weatherford.

Granbury Doll House Museum 421 East Bridge Street 817-894-5194 Lake Granbury Art Association 224 N Travis Street (817) 579-7656 www.granburyart.org Langdon Center Art Gallery 308 East Pearl Street (817) 279-1164 Oak Tree Gallery & Framing 2103 East Highway 377 (817) 573-6252 RAEB Inc 3101 Neri Road (817) 573-5616 The Old Jail Museum 208 N. Crockett Street (817) 573-5135 www.hctxhs.org/Museums/jail.htm Uptown Arts 401 Cleveland Rd. (682) 936-2581 www.uptownartsgranburytx.com U.S. Veterans Museum 601 Thorpe Springs Road (817) 578-3288 Wolf Crossing Art Gallery 1410 Fall Creek Hwy. (817) 326-0232 Your Private Collection 106 North Houston (817) 579-7733 www.yourprivatecollection.com

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Glen Rose Barnard’s Mill Art Museum 307 SW Barnard Street (254) 897-7494 www.barnardsmill.com Somervell County Museum 101 Vernon Street 254-898-0640 White Buffalo Gallery 200 SW Barnard Street (254) 897-1988 www.thewhitebuffalogallery.com Springtown Legends Museum 839 N. Main Street Springtown 817-523-5939 WEATHERFORD Firehouse Art Center & Gallery 119 Palo Pinto Street Weatherford 817-599-3278 weatherfordart.com Museum of the Americas 216 Fort Worth Highway Weatherford 817-341-8668 museumoftheamericas.com National Vietnam War Museum 12685 Mineral Wells Highway Weatherford 940-325-4003 nationalvnwarmuseum.org Stone Creek Fine Arts 114 Russell Court Weatherford 817-599-6757 Open by Appointment Doss Heritage and Culture Center 1400 Texas Drive Weatherford 817-599-6168 dosscenter.org

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Theater - Granbury George and Mary Hatch, Clarence, Uncle Billy, Violet, and, of course, the Scrooge-like villain, Mr. Potter. This fine dramatization not only celebrates the faith of the season, it also celebrates the American philosophy of life: hard work, fair play and the love and support of one’s family and community will be rewarded. Approximate running time: 1 hour, 35 minutes.

Drama. Adapted for the stage by James W. Rodgers. Based on the film by Frank Capra.

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It’s a Wonderful Life November 28 - December 23 Fridays - Saturdays 7:30 pm Saturday Matinee 3:30 pm and Sunday Matinee 2:00 Presented by Granbury Theatre Company at the Historic Granbury Opera House Produced by Kent Whites Directed by Ms. Shannah Rae In our American culture It’s a Wonderful Life has become almost as familiar as

Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.

The story is a natural for a stage adaptation: the saga of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been quashed by family obligation and civic duty, whose guardian angel has to descent on Christmas Eve to save him from despair and to remind him by showing him what the world would have been like had he never been born that his has been, after all, a wonderful life.

This faithful adaptation has all your favorite characters:

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Theater - Granbury Sean Mitchell Productions, LLC & Big City Music Revue Present....

December 6th & 13th are already “Sold Out”!

So, get your tickets quickly and we’ll see you at the show!

Christmas Time At Home: A Celebration Of The Season

Important Notice!

Dec. 6th & 13th at 3:00 p.m.

Are “SOLD OUT”

It’s Christmas time again! Can you believe it?!

As you are making plans to do things with family and friends, join in with hundreds of others that are making us their stop this year for music entertainment for the holiday season!

You’ll Have A Blast As You Celebrate This Christmas Season With Us! Sean Mitchell & Big City Music Revue

We have had an amazing year in Granbury, Texas and the fans are raving about these incredible productions, so we’re pouring it on even heavier for the Christmas season!

Please make note that the 3:00 p.m. shows for

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December 6th, 13th & 20th 2014 3:00 p.m.-5:15 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

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HEATRE OFF THE SQUARE IN WEATHERFORD proudly presents the last production of the 2014 Season, A TUNA CHRISTMAS, written by Ed Howard, Joe Sears, and Jaston Williams and produced

by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. This festive comedy is directed by Jaclyn Justice, with Kathy Manning as Assistant Director, Amanda Fitzgerald as Director’s Intern, and Dollene Price as

In this hilarious sequel to Greater Tuna, it’s Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas. Many colorful Tuna residents, some you will recognize from Greater Tuna and Red, White, and Tuna, and some appearing for the first time, join in the holiday fun.

This is one show that will have you howling with laughter!

Members of the cast are Nikolai Braswell as Bertha and Thurston; Steven Daniels as Phoebe and R.R.; Patrick Gass as Arles and Dixie; Wally Jones as Pearl and Sheriff Givens; Andrew Justice as Garland and Ike; Brad Justice as Helen and Jody; Hank Minor as Inita and Joe Bob; Jordan Nissen as Petey and Vera; Dan Parris as Elmer and Farley; Andrew Price as Charlene and Stanley; and Lewis Schwartz as Didi and Leonard.

Please join us for an afternoon

or evening of HOLIDAY FUN beginning Friday, December 5, and running through Sunday, December 21. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Theatre Off The Square, the only live theatre in Weatherford, is located at 114 North Denton Street.

Tickets are $14 for adults and $12 for seniors (60+)/ students/children under school age. Matinee tickets are $11 for all ages and no other discounts apply. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $12 at the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce, with reserved seating available and recommended by calling 817-341-8687. Groups of 10 or more may reserve seating with prepaid admission of $12 per person on Fridays and Saturdays and $10 per person on Sundays. You can also choose your seats and purchase your tickets to any performance online by visiting the website www. theatreoffthesquare.org.

2015 SEASON TICKETS are now on sale! For the season of 8 productions(January 2015 through December 2015), the cost is $92 per ticket. Visit the website to purchase your tickets or to print out the form for mailing along with payment.

What a wonderful holiday gift for friends and family!Ticket sales will end February 15, 2015.

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HE TEXAS OPRY THEATER INVITES YOU TO EXPERIENCE CHRISTMAS AT THE OPRY! The Texas Opry Theater in Weatherford is presenting its Christmas Season of Shows at The Opry differently from many of your other area live theaters this year. Instead of the same show performed multiple times by the same entertainers and artists this year, The Texas Opry Theater is presenting 5 different shows with different themes and different artists. Our goal is to provide something for everyone to choose from.

On December 6th, The Texas Opry Theater presents a well known legendary singer/songwriter, Jimmy Fortune, with his Acoustic Trio. Opening the 3pm show will be Michael Hix and Lisa Layne, because Michael and his band have to be at Windstar in Oklahoma that evening. Lisa Layne has spent more than 15 years in Branson performing her award winning tribute to Patsy Cline. Lisa’s very early claim to fame is her voice that you hear every Christmas in “All I Want for Christmas Is You!” Lisa was performing with Vince Vance and the Valiants at the time that song was recorded and she was the lucky lady they chose to sing the song with that has become such a favorite all over the world at Christmas. She will most certainly sing it for you live at both shows at 3pm and 8pm. Since Michael could not stay for the 8pm show, another immensely talented singer, Tommy Horton, will be here to

Jimmy Fortune was with the Statler Brothers for over 21 years as the little guy at the end with the high tenor voice that identified the Statler Brothers music for so many years. Jimmy Fortune joined the Statlers in 1981 when Lew DeWitt took a medical leave and later passed away in 1990.

The gospel foundation of the Statler Brothers was a perfect fit as Jimmy Fortune said, “I was raised in gospel music and really enjoyed the mix of the secular music and gospel music.”When the beloved Statler Brothers decided to retire in 2002, lead singer Don and his real life brother bass singer Harold Reid, along with the group’s baritone Phil Barsley remained in Virginia. Jimmy launched his solo career out of Nashville bringing his touching songs to life with his awe-inspiring vocals, “I love writing songs, I love singing and I love playing guitar.”

On December 13th at 3pm, The Texas Opry Theater features, The Blackwood Quartet. Mark Blackwood is the son of Cecil Blackwood and has carried on the family tradition and sound that has made the Blackwood name world famous. The Blackwood Quartet and the Blackwood Brothers Quartet have been singing since 1934 and have been featured on the prestigious Arthur Godfrey Talent Show in 1954 to many other TV shows including The Barbara Mandrell Show, Hee

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Haw, and toured with Elvis Presley with J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet for many years.

Also performing will be Bill Brooks and Holly Tucker and The Amazing Made in Texas Show Time Band. Bill Brooks has an amazing history in the music and voice over business in Texas and all over the world. He is a fabulous singer, a recording artist, producer of voice artist demos; he narrates books, audio books, etc.

Last but certainly not least of the shows at The Texas Opry Theater on December 20th at 6pm, is the return of Larry Turner and Doug Brewin from LEGENDS INTERNATIONAL located in Las Vegas, Branson and Myrtle Beach. These two very talented artists will perform a tribute to three of our more recent legendary SUPER STARS OF COUNTRY MUSIC -- The New King of Country Music George Strait, next runner up Alan Jackson, and the duo of Brooks and Dunn. Larry looks and sounds very much like the real George Strait and Doug Brewin is an astounding spitting image of and sings like Alan Jackson. The two join together and hit the stage as Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn. You will be totally and utterly amazed and 100% entertained by the talents of these two tribute entertainers.

Then the Big E, Donny Edwards, returns to The Texas Opry Theater on January 1, 2015 for the 6th time to sell it out and leave the audience wanting more and more. The nine member Ultimate Tribute Band Fever and Dion Pride (son of Charley Pride) will help bring in the New Year the right way....with the thrill and enchantment of Elvis songs and music. Donny Edwards was born and raised in Lake Jackson, Texas and loved listening to Elvis music as a child. He always had people commenting on how much he looked like Elvis. He

never thought that he would become one of the top three ETA’s (Elvis Tribute Artist) in the entire world. Donny is now based out of Las Vegas with his wife Donna.

Together they travel the world introducing the next generations to Elvis music and thrilling those of us that remember the original Elvis Presley as the King of Rock ‘n Roll.

There you have four very different shows that hopefully some of you will want to come and experience all of them.

There is A Country Legend on December 6th at 3pm and 8pm, Southern Gospel, Christmas music and a little Elvis Gospel on the December 13th at 3pm, a Super Star Country Christmas Tribute Show on December 20th and then the big New Year’s Day Celebration with Donny Edwards on January 1 at 6pm. Just as we planned....

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Call and reserve your seats now for one or all of these shows at The Texas Opry Theater. We offer ticket discounts in a season package of four or more shows, group discounts for your church, travel, social, family groups and gift cards for Christmas gifts for those hard to buy for family and friends at Christmas, Birthdays, and Anniversaries etc.

Call 817-341-1000 for personal customer service or go on line at www. texasoprytheater.com SEE YOU AT THE TEXAS OPRY THEATER SOON!

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help Lisa open the 8pm show.

Tommy is well known in Texas and in Branson where he has paid tribute to the late great Johnny Horton. Tommy will entertain you with “North To Alaska”, “Battle of New Orleans” and “Honky Tonk Man”, to mention a few. Tommy has been awarded the Male Entertainer of the Year Award from almost every Opry in the country, and has been inducted into the Old Time Country Music Hall of Fame in Iowa and has been awarded a proclamation/resolution by the Oklahoma and Texas House of Representatives.

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stunning presentation. The tour, now in its thirty-first year, is self- guided with docents available at each historic venue.

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elebrate the Holiday season with a tour through some of the finest old homes and important landmarks around, all located in historic towns throughout our area. The month of December is packed with festivals and events galore but, for history buffs, lovers of architecture, and devotees of the just plain beautiful, mark your calendars and plan to come to the variety of holiday home tours offered this season.

The Granbury Candlelight Tour of Homes, sponsored by the Historic Granbury Merchants Association, kicks off the season on December 5th and 6th with a unique historical and architectural tour. Starting with a “new” Old Victorian home you will travel through the decades to a mid-century modern abode. Along the way your path will be lit by luminaries in the evening hours and carriage rides, carolers and Christmas treats will all be part of the

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Springtown presents its Christmas Tour of Homes on December 6th. This year’s tour will be a little different as it will be located solely at the Still Waters Retreat Center at 383 County Road 3672 in Springtown.

The entire center will be decorated for the season and will feature hay rides, roasted chestnuts, characters in period costume, and carols performed by a church choir. This new twist on a Springtown Christmas tradition will be a family friendly event. Visit the Legends Museum, 839 N. Main St., where you can catch a heated shuttle to the tour location.

December marks the thirtythird year for The Parker County Heritage Society’s Candlelight Tour of Homes.

It is the thirty-third time that Weatherford residents have opened their homes and welcomed people inside to see a variety of beautifully decorated, historically significant structures. The event will be held on December 13th, and features carriage rides and period dressed docents at each venue on the tour. In conjunction with the Candlelight Tour, the beautiful Chandor Gardens will also be open and all decked out for the season, allowing visitors to take a stroll through the historic gardens and mansion of world renowned portrait painter, Douglas Chandor.

This historic venue was recently listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

As you Ooo! and Ahh! your way through these beautiful homes make sure to take a moment to appreciate the care and love that has gone into preserving many of these fine structures throughout the years. These generous homeowners exemplify the spirit of Christmas and are waiting to share that spirit with you – so come on out, support your community, and get your fill of Holiday beauty!

Granbury Candlelight Tour of Homes Friday, December 5 5p.m. to 9p.m.

Saturday, December 6 12 to 9p.m.

For ticket information go to: granburycandlelighttour.com Springtown’s Christmas Home Tour Saturday, December 6 5:30p.m. to 8:30p.m.

Still Waters Retreat Center 383 County Road 3672 Springtown, Texas Parker County Heritage Society Candlelight Tour of Homes Saturday, December 13 2p.m. to 8p.m.

Tickets available at: Doss Heritage and Culture Center 1400 Texas Drive Weatherford, Texas Or Weatherford Chamber of Commerce 401 Fort Worth Hwy. Weatherford, Texas For more information: parkercountyheritagesociety.com Photos by: Shad Ramsey

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ark your calendars for what promises to be an annual Holiday event in Weatherford. Holiday in the Park is scheduled for Friday, December 12 from 6p.m. to 10p.m. and will be held in Heritage Park, located at 200 Santa Fe Drive.

The inaugural event will include snow tubing with a snow play area. Emergency Ice, out of Dallas, specializes in creating winter landscapes in a matter of only minutes and they will be on hand to give Mother Nature a little help… just in case the December event date is snow free. Carriage rides, bounce houses, and holiday music will also be featured at the event.

A very special appearance will be made by Santa with live reindeer and characters from the movie Frozen.

Eight to ten food trucks will be on hand with a variety of delicious offerings. The event will also serve as a soft-opening for the Food Park that the City expects to be a permanent part of Heritage Park.

The event is free and planned to be a fun, stress free, family

evening. Other than the food trucks, no other vendors will be present. “It’s just a fun atmosphere where people aren’t pressured to buy anything from vendors,” said Blake Rexroat, Special Events Coordinator for the city.

“Holiday in the Park” is a great family event that will introduce Heritage Park as a great site for future special events. This event will take place during evening hours and will provide a special feel for the holiday season.

When planning this event, our staff decided to focus on fun and entertainment. This event will also feature our new Food Park, which is really exciting for the community,” said Shannon Goodman, Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events.

With Christmas on the Square December 6th followed by Holiday in the Park premiering December 12th, Weatherford is the place to be for your annual dose of Holiday spirit this season!

For more information about the event contact Special Events Coordinator Blake Rexroat at (817) 598-4034.

Holiday in the Park at Heritage Park 200 Santa Fe Drive Weatherford, Texas Friday December 12, 2014 6p.m. to 10p.m.

Admission: FREE

ctress, Doris Roberts, best known for her role as Raymond’s Mom in the award winning TV series, Everybody Loves Raymond, is an advocate for a cause that is near and dear to her heart; helping animals and people in need.

She hosted a fundraising Gala for Ranch Hand Rescue in Lewisville on November 1st and is an ongoing benefactor of the association.

Ranch Hand Rescue’s mission is to save abused and neglected farm animals with special focus on animals requiring critical care and then, adopt out rehabilitated animals, to provide a caring sanctuary for the animals that have ongoing needs and to help people with personal, mental and psychological challenges to change and better their lives through Equine/ Animal Assisted Therapy.

Dog Day Afternoon Spa in Weatherford is also a benefactor of Ranch Hand Rescue and regularly participates in mobile adoption events with the animal shelter and local rescue groups. Over the last year Dog Day Afternoon Spa has gone to the shelter and picked up the worst case dogs and treated them to a full spa day resulting in the dogs subsequently being adopted into permanent homes.

It is through organizations like Ranch Hand Rescue and businesses like Dog Day Afternoon Spa that the neediest cases in the animal community have been successfully combined with the people most in need of a loving animal.

For more information on Ranch Hand Rescue and their programs go to: wwwranchhandrescue.org

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By the 1930’s, Japan was making glass ornaments for Woolworth’s five and dime stores, which were sold by the millions to American

Carol Cook – Christmas Ornaments with a History

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ince the Christmas she took ownership of several family ornaments, Carol Cook has been fascinated with the history of tree ornaments. Each December for over forty-five years she has spent days sorting through and hanging her collection of cherished keepsakes on her tree.

“The tradition of decorating holiday trees began in Europe,” Carol told us. “First in Germany, then Czechoslovakia, making its way to America in the mid-1800’s when English and

households.”

Several of Carol’s prized ornaments were passed on to her from her mother’s holiday decorations, which came from the five and dime store in the 1940’s. What began by taking several family ornaments with her when she married and left home, turned into an on-going treasure hunt to make up a unique collection. Over the decades, Carol has continued her search for fascinating,

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whimsical, and uniquely interesting ornaments in every place she has lived or travelled.

Each ornament has a story and each has been photographed and insured. The almost six hundred ornaments occupy six feet of storage space when they are packed away.

The ornaments have been handed down, discovered in antique stores, flea markets, or yard sales. Some were purchased new and some were received as gifts from family and friends. About a dozen of the truly treasured, hand-made ones were made by her children in elementary school. Her ornaments come from countries all over the world; Viet Nam, Japan, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, Peru, Mexico and France, to name just a few. Included in her collection are spun glass icicles, birds, tiny musical instruments of glass and wood, glass zoo animals, a little wooden drummer boy hand made in Germany, tiny cars, trees, bells, crosses and angels; ornaments made from wood, glass, fabric, tin, and plastic.

She once had dozens of tiny horses, rocking horses, and carousel horses, but passed them on to her horse loving daughter Stephanie, who has begun her own collection of

ornaments.

When asked if her tree is complete Carol says, “I never stop looking for just one more unique or vintage one, something that reminds me of my childhood Christmas tree; just in case something gets broken and I have room on the tree for a replacement.” Just recently Carol found a vintage glass Astronaut who awaits his turn to hang on her wonderful tree of treasures.

Photo: Left to Right: Daughters, Misha Johnson, Ana Garcia, and Carol Cook

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A place to have fun Open Every Day Chandor Gardens 711 W. Lee Ave., Weatherford Mon – Fri 8 am-5 pm 817-613-1700 Sat 9 am-3 pm & Sun 12-4 pm Dinosaur World 254-898-1526 1058 Park Road 59, Glen Rose 9 am – 5 pm Everyday Fossil Rim Wildlife Center 254-897-2960 2155 County Road 2008,Glen Rose 8:30 am – 3:29 pm Every Day CLOSED Thanksgiving Day

Granbury Dollhouse Museum 421 East Bridge St., Granbury 1 – 4 pm Sat& Sun or by Appt 817-894-5194 Bridge Street History Center 319 E Bridge St., Granbury 1-4 pm Saturdays 817-573-8810 Free

Weatherford Farmer’s Market 213 and 217 Fort Worth Street Mondays – Sundays, 8 am-6:15 pm Clark Botanical Gardens 567 Maddux Rd., Weatherford Mon-Sat 8 am-6 pm Sun 10 am-5 pm 942-682-4856 Museums Museum of the Americas 216 Fort Worth Hwy., Weatherford Tues-Fri 10 am-5 pm Sat 11 am-4 pm 817-341-8668 Nov 14-Dec 24 Folk Art Nativities of The Americas CLOSED Dec. 24-Jan. 31, 2015 US Veterans Museum of Granbury 601 N. Thorp Springs Road 10 am – 4 pm Tues-Sat 817-578-3288 Yeats-Duke 1858 Working Museum 214 N Crockett St., Granbury Demonstrations from 2 – 4 pm 1 – 5 pm Friday & Saturday Open Sundays when Flag is flying 817-707-1012 Hood County Jail Museum 208 N Crockett St Granbury Fri, Sat, Sun 1 pm – 4 pm 817-573-5135

Live Theatre

Barnard’s Mill & Art Museum 307 SW Barnard St., Glen Rose 10-5 Saturday & 1-5 Sunday 254-897-7494

Wineries

The Winery at Pemberton Cellars 3500 Lipan Hwy, Granbury 12-7 pm Sat 817-408-0473 Music: Check Facebook Sweet Springs Winery 215 N Main St., Weatherford Tues & Wed 12 – 8 pm Thurs 12 – 10 pm Fri & Sat 12-11 pm Sun 1-8 pm 817-594-3333 215 N Main St., Weatherford D’Vine Wine 107 E Bridge St., Granbury Tues-Thurs 12 – 6 pm Fri & Sat 12-7 pm Sun 12-5 pm 817-573-7200

Granbury Theatre Company presents: It’s A Wonderful Life December 1-December 23 Granbury Opera House 133 E Pearl St., Historic Square-Granbury Fri 7:30 pm Sat. 3:30 & 7:30 pm Sun 2 pm 817-579-0952 Dec. 22 & 23 7:30 pm The Texas Opry Theater 319 York Ave., Weatherford Dec. 6-Jimmy Fortune 3&8 pm Dec. 20-Country’s Superstars Show 3 pm 817-341-1000 Theatre Off the Square presents: “A Tuna Christmas” December 5-21 114 N Denton St., Weatherford Fri & Sat 8 pm Sun 2 pm 817-341-8687 (817-341-TOTS)

Doss Heritage Culture Center 1400 Texas Dr, Weatherford Tuesday – Saturday 10 am till 5 pm Sun 1- 5 pm 817-599-6168 Creation Evidence Museum 3102 FM 205, Glen Rose Thurs, Fri, Sat 10 am – 4 pm 254-897-3200

Dec. 6 at7 pm Dec 6 at 3 & Dec 13 SOLD OUT 855-823-5550

Bluff Dale Vineyards 5222 CR 148, Bluff Dale Mon,Wed,Thurs,Fri,Sat 11am-6pm Sun 12-6 pm 254-728-3540 Barking Rocks Winery 1919 Allen Dr., Granbury Fri &Sat 12-5 pm 817-579-0007

Libraries

Weatherford Public Library 1014 Charles St. 817-598-4150 Mon-Thurs 10 am-8 m Fri & Sat10 am-6 pm Sun 2-6 pm Springtown Public Library 626 N Main, Springtown Mon 9am-1 pm Tues 10 am-7pm Wed-Fri 11 am-6 pm Sat 9 am-1 pm 817-523-5862

Big City Music Revue Granbury Live Theater 114 N Crockett St “Christmas Time at Home:A Celebration of the Season”

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Hood County Library 222 N Travis St., Granbury Mon 10 am-7 pm Tues 10 am-9 pm Wed-Sat 10 am-6 pm 817-573-3569

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BER Hood/Parker/Somervell Counties East Parker County Library 201 FM 1187 North, Aledo Tues-Fri 10am-6 pm Sat 10 am-1 pm 817-441-6545 Friday and Saturday Granbury Ghosts & Legends Tours Granbury Square 7 & 9:15 pm 817-559-0849 Tuesday and Thursday YOGA at Chandor Gardens 5:30pm 711 W. Lee Avenue, Weatherford Weatherford Public Library Pre-School Storytime 2-5 yr olds Toddler Time – 6 mo-36 mo olds 1014 Charles Street, Weatherford 10:30 am 817-598-4150

Revolver Brewing Saturday and Sunday Granbury Founders & Legends Escorted Walking Tour-Granbury Meet at Nutt House Hotel 1:30-4pm 817-996-0974

1st Handel’s “Messiah” Weatherford College Choir Alkek Fine Arts Center 225 College Park Dr 7:30 pm 817-594-5471

5th - 7th & 10th - 14th

Away in a Manger-Granbury A Gift to the Community 800 Nativity sets from all over the world Langdon Center Concert Hall Fri-5-9 pm Sat-10 am-9 pm Wed,Thurs,Sun-12:30-6 pm FREE

1st - 31st

Art Show & Sale-Weatherford Firehouse Art Gallery 119 Palo Pinto 10 am-5 pm 817-599-3278

5th - 7th

Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose Brat Barrel Race 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

817-564-4172

Friday Gym Kat Sports Center-Granbury 545 Holly Hills Cemetery Rd Friday Fun Night 7-10 pm $10/person; $1 concessions

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Christmas on the Square-Weatherford

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Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose Expo Barrel Jackpot 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

254-897-4509 East Parker County Library Storytime for 2-5 yr olds 201 FM 1187 North, Aledo 10:30 am 817-441-6545 Uptown Arts The Fun of Art! Art classes-2nd& 4th Friday 401 Cleveland Rd., Granbury 682-936-2581

Saturday Parker Paws Pet Adoption Petsmart 138 E IH 20, Weatherford 11 am – 2 pm 817-694-5718

Tree of Angels-Weatherford Parker County Annex 1112 Santa Fe Dr 6-7 pm 817-594-8409 Krupp Brothers Booray’s Wine Dinner 7 pm 3039 Ft Worth Hwy Hudson Oaks 817-599-6266 Reservations Opera Guild of Granbury De Cordova Country Club 5301 Country Club Drive 10:30am-1 pm 682-936-9572

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Barking Rocks Winery 1919 Allen Dr., Granbury Music: Kevin Townson 7-11 pm 817-579-0007

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A Candlelight Tour-Granbury Fri 5-9 pm Sat 12-9 pm 817-573-5299 $25

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Live entertainment & children’s activities 12-5 pm 817-596-3801 Christmas Parade-Weatherford 9th Grade Center to Downtown 10 am 817-964-1747 Springtown Christmas Home Tour Still Waters Retreat Center 383 CR 3672 Springtown Shuttle at 830 Main St.with advance reservations 5 -8:30 pm 817-220-7828 Clark Gardens-Weatherford Gardens a Glow Festival 567 Maddux Rd 6 – 10 pm 940-682-4856 Mr & Mrs Claus & The Teddy Bear Lady Oakdale Park-Glen Rose 1019 NE Barnard St. 254-897-2321

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Christmas Tyme in Aledo 5-9 pm Santa, live reindeer, Snow hill, train rides, & petting zoo 37th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair 10am-8pm

Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk 2-4 pm 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells 940-328-1171 Revolver Brewing-Granbury 5650 Matlock Rd. 12:00 pm HR &The Service Reps 817-736-8034 Holiday Open House & Cowboy Santa Peacock’s Feed & Supply Free hotdogs & refreshments Pictures with Cowboy Santa 12-2 5 pm Walker & the Texas Dangers Band 11am-7 pm 817-594-5424 Dinosaur Valley State Park Scavenger Hunt Highlights Hike Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 10am-1 pm 254-897-4588

Somervell County Day at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center County residents bring canned goods for free admission 254-897-2960 Creation Evidence Museum 3102 FM 205, Glen Rose 1st Saturday Lecture Series—“The Creator Shows His Face!”

11 am & 2 pm 254-897-3200 Toy Drive & Car Show Classic Chevrolet-Granbury 1909 E Hwy 377 Bring an unwrapped toy 10 am-2 pm 817-279-9949

6th - 7th

Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose Whipp Farm Gun Show 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

9am-4pm 254-897-2809 A Twilight Texas Christmas Granbury’s Historic Square 10 am-5 pm 214-675-5752

6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Karen’s Kritters-Bluff Dale Petting Farm for all ages 19571 E FM 1188 9am-12pm 254-967-4016

Acton Nature Center -- Acton 1st Saturday Bird Walk-FREE 6430 Smokey Hill Ct. 7:00 – 9:30 am 817-326-6005 Parker Paws Pet Photos with Santa Weatherford Petsmart 11 am-4 pm 817-694-5718

Weather permitting $3

Granbury Gunslingers on the Square 7th 11 am and 1 pm 817-579-7233 Dinosaur Valley State Park Coffee with a Park Ranger 10-11 am Fossil Rim Wildlife Center-Glen Rose Womens Only Hike 1-3 pm Holiday around the Rim Park Rd 59, Glen Rose Sunset Safari, Dinner & Tour 254-897-4588 2155 County Road 2008 254-897-2960 Reservations Hansel & Gretel Weatherford College Theatre Lake Mineral Wells State Park Alkek Fine Arts Center Bird Walk on the Trailway 10am2-4 pm 817-594-5471 Free 12pm 9th Annual Holiday Memorial Service Galbreaith-Pickard Funeral Chapel 913 N Elm St., Weatherford 3 pm 817-594-2747

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Christmas Mixer – Weatherford Plains Capital Bank 1001 Santa Fe Dr. 4-6 pm

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Brazos Chamber Orchestra Christmas Concert First United Methodist ChurchGranbury 301 Loop 567 7:30 pm

9th - 10th

Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose Expo Barrel Jackpot 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

254-897-4509

19th - 21st

11th

Pecan Plantation Woman’s Club Christmas Tour of Homes Come & Go 10 am-6 pm 817-219-7089 Reservations Req’d

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Holiday in the Park-Weatherford Heritage Park-Free event Snow tubing & snow play area Santa & live reindeer; Food trucks 6-10 pm 817-598-4034 Somervell County Citizen’s Center Dance-Michael Cote 209 SW Barnard St., Glen Rose 7-9:30 pm 254-897-2139 Music, Massage & Merlot D’Vine Wine –Granbury On the Square- 107 E Bridge St 6:30 pm 817-573-7200

Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose Dinosaur Valley Jackpot Show 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

10 am-4 pm 254-898-3867 Spectators FREE Parker Paws Pet Photos with Santa Weatherford Petsmart 11 am-4 pm 817-694-5718

Lake Mineral Wells State Park Kid’s Wilderness Survival 2 – 5 pm Reservations required 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells 940-328-1171

Oakdale Park-Glen Rose 1019 NE Barnard St. Sean Haynes Band 6:30 pm 254-897-2321

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Granbury Living Christmas Cards On the Square-Granbury 10am-9 pm 817-573-2094 Cards come to life 6-9 pm

Christmas on the Square-Glen Rose Activities start at noon Parade 6 pm Dinosaur Valley State Park Christmas in the Valley 10 am-10 pm Decorate Your Campsite for Christmas Star Party in the Valley 6-10 pm Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 254-897-4588

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Chandor Gardens-Weatherford Holiday Open House-Free 2-8 pm 817-613-1700

Girl’s Night Out-Granbury On the Square 5-8pm 817-579-5299

Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose TX Junior Rodeo Association

Dinosaur Valley State Park Coffee with a Park Ranger 10-11 am Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 254-897-4588

Revolver Brewing-Granbury 5650 Matlock Rd. 12:00 pm Big Brother Little Brother 817-736-8034 Last Saturday Gallery Night On the Square-Granbury 6-9 pm 817-579-7733

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Dinosaur Valley State Park Coffee with a Park Ranger 10-11 am Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 254-897-4588 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

254-897-4509

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After Hours on the Square – Glen Rose Shopping, music, and fun 5 – 9 pm

Upcoming Events

Paluxy River Bluegrass Jam Oakdale Park-Glen Rose 1019 NE Barnard St., Glen Rose 1-10 pm 254-897-2321 Bands at 6:30 FREE Lake Mineral Wells State Park Cross Timbers Bird Walk 10am12pm Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk 2-4 pm 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells 940-328-1171 Revolver Brewing-Granbury 5650 Matlock Rd., Granbury 12:00 pm Maurice Davis Band 817-736-8034

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Lake Mineral Wells State Park Bird Walk on the Trailway 10am12pm Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk 2-4 pm 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells 940-328-1171

Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose Brother-N-Laws Team Roping 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd.

254-897-4509

Dinosaur Valley State Park Geocaching 101 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 1-3 pm 254-897-4588

Springtown Christmas on the Square Pictures with Santa, kids activities, Live entertainment, petting zoo, rides 11 am-5 pm 817-220-4834 Super Second Saturday Historic Square-Granbury 10 am – 5 pm 817-573-5299

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33rdCandlelight Tour of HomesWeatherford parkercountyheritagesociety.com 2-8 pm various locations

Revolver Brewing-Granbury 5650 Matlock Rd. 12:00 pm Christa Russell 817-736-8034

First National Bank-Weatherford Christmas Open House 220 Palo Pinto St View the Christmas and Snow Village 4-6 pm 817-598-4900

The Promise of Christmas Live Nativity Amphitheater in Glen Rose 5000 Texas Dr. Fri & Sun 6-10 pm Sat 12-10pm 254-897-3926 FREE

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Dinosaur Valley State Park Coffee with a Park Ranger 10-11 am Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 254-897-4588

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Music, Massage & Merlot D’Vine Wine –Granbury On the Square- 107 E Bridge St 6:30 pm 817-573-7200

Happy New Year’s Eve

January 1st Dinosaur Valley State Park First Day Hikes-choose from 3 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose 254-897-4588 Lake Mineral Wells State Park First Day Hikes-choose from 3 100 Park Rd 71, Mineral Wells 940-328-1171 2nd - 4th Nolan River Kennel Club Dog Show Somervell County Expo-Glen Rose 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd. 817-313-0289 Spectators FREE 25th 2015 Parker County Bridal Fair Doss Heritage & Culture Center 30 vendors and discounts 1-5 pm 817-599-6168

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ranbury Living Christmas Cards is an outdoor interactive family event taking place on the square in Granbury.

The live cast will seem to step right out of the card as they interact with the audience.

Friday & Saturday / December 12-13 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Daytime activities (including our Christmas Artisans Village, the Kids Imagination Station, the Holiday Music Main Stage and shopping on the square).

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM The Granbury Living Christmas Cards come to life! (If you want to experience each and every card, come at 6:30 PM and stay for the duration.) 8:10 PM - 8:30 PM A heartwarming finale!

More about this event THE CARDS Live Actors, Dancers and Singers These cards are huge (a combined painted surface area of over 3000 sq. feet)! Each card depicts a different thematic scene from Christmas – such as A Cowboy Christmas, A Granbury Winter Wonderland, and The Nativity. As you visit each Granbury Living Christmas Card™, it will come to life with actors, dancers, and singers who seem to have stepped right out of the card as they interact with the audience.

CHRISTMAS ARTISANS VILLAGE Live Demonstrations Throughout the day, visitors can stroll through and see live demonstrations from some of the DFW area’s finest craftsmen. Artists, woodworkers, candle makers, and more will come together to delight family members of all ages. (Oh, and feel free to warm yourself at the hot chocolate station!)

HOLIDAY MUSICAL ACTS Performed All Day Long Presented by the music and worship ministry of Lakeside Baptist Church, the Main Stage will feature a whirlwind tour from sleigh bells and chestnuts to the Bethlehem manger, where the true hope of Christmas can be found.

AND MORE! Other daytime festivities include our Christmas Artisans Village with live demonstrations, the Kids Imagination Station, and as always, Christmas shopping on the square!

And a new addition this year -witness the decoration of our giant Canned Good Giving Tree (canned donations accepted), which will help local food pantries share with those in need.

Photos by: Shad Ramsey

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your mark, get set, go!! The Holidays are just weeks away and people are frantically searching for the perfect gifts to put under the tree. Never fear, intrepid shoppers…here is a partial list of some of the best shops and boutiques in the area to help you in your search.

Glen Rose too; Your Private Collection, art gallery; Turquoise Tumbleweed, made in Texas gifts, home décor and kitchen items; Brazos River Outdoor Supply, for the sportsmen in your life; The Bridge, clothing, antiques and collectibles; A Final Touch, featuring brand name clothes and dishes; N Design and Décor, suppliers of high-end furniture, home décor and accessories…just to name a few!

The square in historic Granbury is home to many wonderful and unique shops:Artefactz, sculptural artwork and artwear; Spellbound, curiosities and necessities; The Pan Handle, a gourmet tool shop for foodies; Cheerful Heart, gifts and boutique, with a shop in

Weatherford also has its share of lovely and unusual shops that are loaded with holiday goodies. The stores on York Avenue and around the historic downtown square are a shoppers paradise: Zinnas to Zebras, an eclectic woman’s boutique; Fred’s Stuff, LLC, antiques,

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Shopping collectables, and local artisans showing off their works; Back to Yesterday, antiques, lamps and specialty items; The Twisted Snifter, fine liquors and wines; Tumbleweed Antiques, antiques and vintage finds; Tobacco Lane on the Square, fine cigars, pipes, and everything for the smoker on your list; and Urban Gypsy boutique sells women’s fashions, jewelry, specialty soaps, lotions, and home dÊcor out of an eclectic little shop located at the back of the Weatherford Farmers Market.

The town of Glen Rose and its unique shops and boutiques are ready to spread around some holiday cheer this season too! Cheerful Heart, gifts and boutique has another store in Glen Rose; The Barnyard, Texas Treasures and Angels with Attitude all offer gifts and novelties that can only be found in these one-of-a-kind shops.

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Shopping Aledo boasts a number of wonderful shops that offer a variety of interesting gift ideas.

Chattel, home furnishings and décor is located in the one block historic downtown area while Holy Grounds Coffee and Gifts can be found around the corner on Jearl Street and offers a large variety of coffees and teas as well as some of the most unique and personal gifts in the area.

Many small boutiques and shops can be found in and around Aledo’s quaint downtown.

SHOPPING

Wherever you live, there are local merchants just waiting to help you find that special something for all those special people in your life. You won’t have to drive far to find just what your searching for this Holiday season!

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Music/Nightlife Sounding like a mixture of her influences, Patty Griffin and Bryan Adams, Vanessa creates her own style, not country or Red Dirt, but definitely retro Texas music.

It’s unique and cool, just like the artist herself.

For a list of her upcoming shows go to www.vandarien. com or check her out on Facebook.

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anessa Darien grew up in Weatherford, Texas, and was raised in a home that also functioned as her father John’s machine shop. In her father’s shop, Van heard the American Roots music that, along with her eclectic and eccentric Southern upbringing, would lay the foundation for her future in songwriting.

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Vanessa has spent the past several years playing across Texas, from dusty beer joints to theater venues and everywhere in between. In her travels, she has shared the stage with many artists including Uncle Lucius, Mike McClure, John Fulbright, Ian Moore, Cody Canada & The Departed, and Jonathan Tyler.

pack heart and soul into every decibel as she belts out the lyrics. “Cannonball,” says Darien, “is reminiscent of restless nights in the summer when all you wanna do is drive somewhere, feel the wind between your fingers, and the road beneath your tires. No traffic, no noise, only stars. To this day I love night drives, often after shows even if it’s hours away from home in the rain; it’s one of my favorite ways to write.”

Apart from solo writing and works, Vanessa has also established many musical friendships and collaborations, with writing partners Joey Green, Maren Morris, Steven Cooper, and Ryan Michael of the Roomsounds. With a tightknit group of musicians, and the help of producer/musician Beau Patrick Bedford, Vanessa recently completed an album entitled “Silent Sparrow”.

With cool, vintage sounds and Darien’s soulful vocals, one single in particular off the album titled “Cannonball”, stands out to Texas music lovers as unique. Her vocals

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Live Music Venues Greenwood Saloon 208 N Greenwood St. 254-728-3735 www.facebook.com/ greenwoodsaloon

COOL the switch cafe Just off HWY 180 on FM 113 112 S Fm 113 940-682-2024 Live Music Saturday Nights GRANBURY BARKING ROCKS WINERY 1919 Allen Court 817-5790007 Boozers 211 M & M Ranch Road 817-579-6094 |boozersbar.net Diamond D’s 3605 Contrary Creek Road 817-573-2100 Farinas 202 N Houston St. 817-579-5300

REVOLVER BREWING 5650 Matlock Rd. | 817-736-8034 revolverbrewing.com

GLEN ROSE Boot Scootin’ Country 2869 Hwy 144 South 254-897-2160 Hollywood & Vine 101 NE Vine Street 254-898-0250 hollywoodandvinerestaurant.com Loco Coyote Grill 1795 County Rd 1004 254-897-2324

WEATHERFORD FIRE OAK GRILL On the Square | Weatherford 114 Austin Ave, 817-598-0400 fireoakgrill.com Railhead Smokehouse BBQ 120 S. Ranch House Road Willow Park | 817-441-2525 railheadbbq.net

Pemberton Cellars 3500 Lipan Hwy 817-408-0473 377

Sweet Springs Winery 215 N. Main Street Weatherford, TX 76086 817-594-3333

Swanny’s BBQ 1470 E Hwy 377 817-573-4471

The Texas Opry Theatre 319 York Ave. 817-341-1000

2nd Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Steve Helms Band

122 W. Water Street, St. J 5 pm 817-594-5424

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The Texas Opry Theater Weatherford Jimmy Fortune - Christmas Country Style | Michael Hix, Lisa Layne & Tommy Horton 3 & 8pm 817-341-1000

Swanny’s BBQ - Granbury 8 pm Chip Scott

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Barking Rocks Winery-Granbury 7-11 pm Kevin Townson Classical, Flamenco guitarist Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Zac Seth Band Sweet Springs Winery - Weatherford 7-10 pm Ronnie Mittelstedt Farina’s Wine Bar & Café 6:00 pm Maurice Davis Band

Wild Country - Granbury 6 pm Comanche Creek Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Union Hill Band Sweet Springs Winery-Weatherford 7-10 pm Eli &The Hot Mess

Boozer’s - Granbury | 9 pm Shane Terrell

Boozers - Granbury 9 pm The Eagle Rare Band

6th Revolver Brewing - Granbury 12:00 pm HR & the Service Reps

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Walker & the Texas Dangers Peacock’s Feed & Supply-Weatherford

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Wild Country 207 Western Hills Trl 817-573-2529

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BLUFF DALE BLUFF DALE VINEYARDS 5222 County Road 148, 254-728-3540 bluffdalevineyards.com

Railhead BBQ - Aledo 5 pm Adam Hood & Bobby Duncan

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Music/Nightlife 11th Fire Oak Grill - Weatherford 6:30 pm Van Darien

Boozers-Granbury 9 pm Shotgun Josephine

Swanny’s BBQ - Granbury 7:00 pm Chip Scott

Sweet Springs Winery-Weatherford 7-10 pm Eli &TheHott Mess

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Railhead BBQ-Aledo 7:30 pm Band of Brothers

Farina’s Wine Bar & Café 6:00 pm Maurice Davis Band

The Texas Opry Theater- & Weatherford Super Stars of Country Christmas Show Tribute to: George Strait, Alan Jackson & Brooks & Dunn 3:00 pm 817-341-1000

Sweet Springs Winery Weatherford 7-10 pm Kevin Townson

Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Aaron Sandoval Band Boozers-Granbury 9 pm Tom Loris

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The Texas Opry Theater Weatherford Christmas with The Blackwood Quartet & The Amazing Made in Texas Show Time Band 3:00 pm 817-341-1000 Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Austin Meade Music Boozers-Granbury 9 pm Piece of My Heart Sweet Springs Winery-Weatherford 7-10 pm Christa Russell Wild Country - Granbury 9 pm Taylor Hickey Band BootScootin’ Country 9 pm Brady Hulsey Band Revolver Brewing - Granbury 12:00 pm Christa Russell&The Bad Habit

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Sweet Springs WineryWeatherford 6-8 pm Ronnie Mittelstedt

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Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7 pm Steve Helms Band Michael Padgett

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Swanny’s BBQ - Granbury 7:00 pm Chip Scott

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Swanny’s BBQ - Granbury 8 pmHelluvanote Sweet Springs Winery - Weatherford 7-10 pm Christa Russell Railhead BBQ-Aledo 7:30 pm 3 Fools on 3 Stools

Wild Country-Granbury Benay& Logan

21st Sweet Springs Winery Weatherford 6-8 pm Ronnie Mittelstedt 23rd

Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Michael Padgett Randy Brown Show

26th Sweet Springs Winery Weatherford 7-10 pm Ronnie Mittelstedt Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Gary Kyle Band

27th Revolver Brewing - Granbury 12:00 pm Big Brother Little Brother Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7:30 pm Scott Lyle Band Sweet Springs Winery - Weatherford 7-10 pm Ronnie Mittelstedt

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Sweet Springs WineryWeatherford 6-8 pm Ronnie Mittelstedt

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Railhead BBQ - Aledo 7 pm Jamie Richards& Randy Brown

31st Boozers - Granbury 8 pm Phil Hamilton & Chip Scott New Year’s Eve Celebration Upcoming January 2015 1st Elvis Tribute with Donny Edwards & The Fever Band #1 Elvis Tribute Show in America!

6 pm Get your tickets NOW! 817-341-1000 319 York Ave. Weatherford

20th Revolver Brewing-Granbury 12:00 pm Maurice Davis Band Swanny’s BBQ-Granbury 8 pm Trimmier

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Dining they keep diners coming back again and again.

Along with the wonderful entrees, they serve an array of special desserts including a perfect crème brulee, and their popular Grandma’s homemade banana pudding, which is the restaurant’s most requested dessert.

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stablished in the spring of 2012, the Eighteen Ninety Grille and Lounge has had its share of reviews and articles written about it…even one in our magazine a couple of years ago. But, an eatery as good as this deserves all the accolades possible and with the Holidays approaching, a little reminder that Granbury is home to one of Texas’ best restaurants.

With their diverse menu, including dishes like jalapeno bacon macaroni and cheese, Angus burgers served with truffle fries, truffle mushroom crostini, and melt-in-your mouth steaks to name a few,

“Loved the atmosphere here at this very unique place,” noted a recent diner, “It is wonderful to have such a fine place here in Granbury and not have to drive to the DFW area.”

The exposed rock walls, low lighting, dark furnishings and lovely background music playing during dinner make Eighteen Ninety the perfect place for “couple time” and area residents as well as visitors to Granbury’s historic

Eighteen Ninety Grille and Lounge 115 East Pearl Street Granbury, Texas 76048 (817) 544-3400 Hours: Closed Sunday and Monday Open Tuesday – Thursday 5:30 to 9p.m.

Friday and Saturday 5:30 to 10p.m.

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Using chef-inspired recipes that have been handed down for several generations and the freshest, highest quality local ingredients, Eighteen Ninety has managed to give its patrons a 5-star dining experience with each visit. The restaurant serves only certified Angus beef and prime pork chops along with a variety of fine seafood dishes. For some, the “secret” all-purpose family seasoning used on meat dishes is, by itself, reason enough to visit. They even occasionally fly in fresh fish that’s guaranteed twenty four hours from catch to table!

The lounge is open at 4:30 for happy hour and Wine Wednesdays feature 50% off all the wines on their extensive list.

square say it’s the perfect date night spot. Tickets to the Opera House and Eighteen Ninety Grille would make the perfect combination for a very special evening this Holiday season. Make your reservations soon!

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Local Dining Listings!

HOOD/SOMERVELL COUNTY

IRBY’S BURGERS & CATFISH 804 E. Pearl St. | 817-579-9402

GRANBURY

MONTANA RESTAURANT 1454 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-2500

DINING ON THE SQUARE BABE’S CHICKEN HOUSE W. Pearl St. | 817-573-9777 CHRISTINA’S BISTRO 110 N. Houston St. | 817-579-1707 FARINA’S WINERY & CAFÉ 202 N Houston St. | 817-579-5300 THE FILLIN STATION 100 N Crockett St | 817-573-1554 FUZZY’S TACO SHOP - patio dining 115 W. Pearl St. | 817-579-8226

PAM’S TOO 5320 Acton Hwy | 817-326-4056 REDNECKS CHICKEN & BURGERS 3605 Contrary Ck, Rd. | 817-573-0555 RIB SHACK - patio dining 4021 Old Acton Hwy. 4 | 817-326-4752 SPRING CREEK BARBEQUE 317 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-7336

KETZLER’S SCHNITZEL HAUS & BIERGARTEN 101 Pearl St | 817-658-6089

STUMPYS LAKESIDE GRILL 2323 S. Morgan | 817-279-1000

LINDA’S SOUTHERN KITCHEN Pearl @ Crockett St. | 817-573-1952

SWANNYS BBQ STEAKHOUSE 1470 E. Hwy. 377 & Business 377 817-573-4471 | patio dining

NUTSHELL EATERY & BAKERY 137 E. Pearl St. | 817-279-8989 PARADISE COFFEE HOUSE & BISTRO 129 Pearl St. | 817-573-3853 PEARL ST. STATION –patio dining 129 Pearl St. | 817-579-7233 AMERICAN (off the square) GREAT AMERICAN GRILL Inside Hilton 635 E. Pearl St. | 817-579-3807 GRUMPS BURGERS 3503 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-5000 HOFFBRAU STEAKHOUSE 315 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-776-4982 CARI’S RESTAURANT 2113 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-3469 CHILI’S BAR & GRILL 1000 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-9402 COTTON PATCH 1151 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-6461 DEAR OL’ GENE’S COUNTRY COOKING 4426 E Hwy 377 (Old Niesters location) DICKEY’S BARBEQUE PIT 3906-100 Hwy 377 E |817-573-2897 DOC POSSUM’S BBQ & BURGERS 3132 Fall Creek Hwy | 817-326-2277 www.facebook.com/docpossums

DINING

PAM’S 204 S. Morgan | 817-326-8052

WILLIE & DICKS 424 Fall Creek Hwy. | 817-326-6241 COFFEE HOUSES COFFEE GRINDER (inside HEB Market) 3804 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-279-0977 PARADISE COFFEE CO. 129 W. Pearl St. | 817-573-3853 STARBUCKS W/DRIVE THRU 413 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-0640 ITALIAN DOMINO’S 1151 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-1800 JOE’S PASTA & PIZZA 512 W. Pearl St. | 817-579-5637 LITTLE CAESARS 1421 S. Morgan | 817-573-1411 NIZZA PIZZA PASTA & SUBS 2200 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-7575 PAPA JOHN’S 726 E HWY 377 | 817-579-1220 PASTA FINA 1106 S. Morgan | 817-279-8669 PIZZA HUT 1014 S Morgan St. | 817-573-3765 MEXICAN AGAVE TAMALE COMPANY 106 N. Lambert | 817-579-7600

EIGHTEEN NINETY GRILLE 115 E. Pearl St. | 817-533-3400 eighteenninety.com

DON MELQUIAS 5675 N. GATE RD.| 817-326-8344

FIREHOUSE CAFE 1462 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-279-1160

EL CHICO 1151 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-8833

FLAMES SEAFOOD GRILL AND BAR 1030 E Hwy 377, Suite 100 817-573-2998

GARCIA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1840 Camp Crucis Ct. 817 573-4920

GOLDEN CHICK Hwy. 4 in Acton | 817-326-2007

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Dining LA FIESTA 1112 S. Morgan St. 817-579-1275 MI FAMILIA 1468 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-279-0382 MONTES BREAKFAST BURRITOS 2202 E Hwy 377 | 817-573-0250 PANCHITO’S 4506 Weatherford Hwy. |817-573-1923 PAPA CHULO’S 1300 S Morgan St | 817-573-3800 SABOR MEXICANO TAQUERIA & GRILL 515 W. Bridge St. | 817-573-6202 TACO CASA 3706 E. Hwy 377 | 817-573-3229 TACO D 206 S Morgan St. | 817-573-6318 ASIAN ASIAN GRILL 1311 N. Plaza Dr. | 817-573-4841 CHINA CAFE BUFFET 1491 S. Morgan St.| 817-579-7888 MIYAKO 715 Autumn Ridge Dr. |817-579-8668

LaVita-Italian Restaurant Authentic New York Style 114 Walnut St., | 254-898-2371 LOCO COYOTE GRILL Steaks & Burgers West on Hwy. 67 | 254-897-2324 Los Primos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 902 NE Big Bend Trl | 254-897-2377 PIE PEDDLERS Fresh Baked Pies 102 Walnut St. | 254-897-9228 PIZZA HUT 507 SW Big Bend Trl |254-898-0066 RIVERHOUSE GRILL 210 SW Barnard St. | 254-898-8514 ROUGH CREEK LODGE Reservations CR2013 254-965-3700 or 800-864-4705 SIMPLE SIMON’S PIZZA Hwy. 67 - Delivery - 254-898-0022 STORIEBOOK CAFE 502 NE Barnard St. | 254-897-2665 SUNSHINE DONUTS Hwy. 67 | 254-897-2827

PANDA EXPRESS 1031 E. Hwy. 377 | 817 573-8988

HAPPY HIPPO - GOURMET COFFEE 608 SW Big Bend Trail 254-898-0181 HappyHippoCoffee.com

GLEN ROSE

BLUFF DALE DINING

BARNARD STREET BAKERY 1110 NE Big Bend Tr. | 254-897-3324 THE BAYOU Cajun/Creole Seafood 539 NE Big Bend Tr. | 254-898-0322 BIG CUP EATERY Mexican & American Hwy. 67 & 56 | 254-897-3841 CHACHI’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT Hwy. 67 | 254-897-7504

The Buffalo Nickel Grill CR 196 & CR 1014 254-823-6606 LET’S EAT 28602 Hwy 377 | 254-728-3635

Parker County ALEDO

CHINA WOK 109 SW Barnard St | 254-897-2660

Holy Grounds Coffee Haus and Bookstore 108 Jearl St | 817-441-7770

DEBBIE’S RESTAURANT Hwy. 67 | 254-897-4399

Aledo Diner 205 N. Front St. | 817-441-9753

DONNA’S DONUTS Hwy. 67 | 254-897-7522

Aledo Doughnuts 701 FM 1187 N | 817-441-0011

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CAFE 1789 CR 2009 |254-898-4263

Aledo Taqueria 100 FM 1187 | 817-441---7940

GREEN PICKLE - BURGERS 212 NE Barnard St. | 254-898-1611

Chuck Wagon Store & Cafe 613 S Fm 1187 | 817-441-2072

HAMMOND’S B-B-Q Hwy. 67 | 254-897-3008

Garden of Eat’n at Agape 108 Jeral St. | 817-441-7770 gardenofeatn@gmail.com

HOLLYWOOD & VINE 101 NE Vine St. | 254-898-0250 INN ON THE RIVER Barnard St. Reservations Required 254-897-2929 or 800-575-2101

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Joe’s Pizza & Pasta Italian Restaurant 311 S Fm 1187 Ste 200 817-441-2960

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DINING

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP - patio dining 115 W. Pearl St. | 817-579-8226

Maria Bonita 100 S. Front St. | 817-441-1652 The Bearcat 421 FM 1187 N | 817-441-8981

BROCK / MILLSAP

Alvin ORD’s Sandwich Shop 914 S Main St (817) 599-5211320 Adams Dr (817) 598-0432 Antonio’s Mexicana Restaurant 1900 Santa Fe Dr. | 817-594-6183

Brock Junction 7458 W I-20 | 817-594-6626

Applebee’s 208 W Interstate 20 | 817-599-3188

Brazos River Catfish Café’ 10771 W I-20 | 817-596-2994 Brazosrivercatfishcafe.com

Baker’s Ribs Inc 1921 S Main St | 817-599-4229

COOL

the switch cafe Just off HWY 180 on FM 113 112 S Fm 113 | 940-682-2024

HUDSON OAKS

Bangkok Thai Cuisine & Sushi Bar 314 South Main St. | 817-594-7012 Big John’s Burgers & Beer 105 College Avenue | 817-999-8932

BIG BURGER 3322 FORT WORTH HWY (817) 374-4965

Blind Horse Saloon 1886 Mineral Wells Hwy 817-599-6501

Crave Frozen Yogurt 200 S Oakridge Dr. | 817-5989090

Buffalo Wild Wings 320 Adams Dr | 817-598-0432

Golden Chick 2813 Fort Worth Hwy | 817- 5996646

Buffet City 106 College Park Dr. | 817-599-5568 Chick-Fil-A 2525 S Main St. | 817-594-3001

R & K Cafe 3311 Fort Worth Hwy | 817-5947701

Chicken Express 1711 Bethel Rd. | 817-598-1555

SPRINGTOWN

Chili’s 128 E Interstate 20 | 817-594-1661

B & B Burgers 104 S Main St | 817-523-7520 Cedar Village Ice Cream Parlor 400 E Hwy 199| 817-523-4196 Chicken Express 502 E Highway 199 |817-5230009 Chinese Express 332 E Highway 199 | 817-5235225 El Cerrito 407 Old Springtown Road 817-523-7278 Howell’s Western Cafe 401 W Highway 199 | 817-2207915 Rancho Nuevo 466 E. Hwy 199 | 817-523-2288 Shinola’s Texas Cafe 301 Martin Ave | 817-523-0010 Sweet Sensation Donuts on the Square 105 E. 1st Street 469-531-3785/817-523-0100

DINING

WEATHERFORD

Texas Bistro & Café 600 E. Hwy 199 | 817-523-0101 Woody Creek Bar B Q 205 N Avenue A | 817-220-2008

China Harbor 1810 Main St. | 817-598-0061 Cotton Patch Cafe 1964 S Main St | 817-599-0706 Cracker Barrel 132 E Interstate 20 | 817-598-9070 Crave Frozen Yogurt 1302 S Main St | 817-594-9091 Downtown Cafe 101 W Church St. | 817-594-8717 Fire Oak Grill 114 Austin Ave. | 817-598-0400 Fuzzy Taco Shop 1217 S Main St. | 817-613-8226 Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant 809 S Main St. | 817-599-4400 Golden Moon Restaurant 1410 S Main St. | 817-594-1692 Indulge catering by Kelli Weddings, office parties, business lunches and breakfast, personal meals 817 374 2697 Joe’s Pasta & Pizza 1115 Fort Worth Hwy Ste 400 817-341-2200 Kincaid’s 220 Adams Dr Ste 290 817-594-7773

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LA Playa Maya 1445 Fort Worth Hwy | 817-613-8686

Tin Top Cafe 7974 Bethel Rd | 817-598-1222

Logan’s Roadhouse 325 E Interstate 20 | 817-594-5455

Tokyo Seafood & Steakhouse 126 E I-ww20 Ste 100 817-596-2871

Malt Shop 2028 Fort Worth Hwy | 817-594-2524 Mary’s Brazos Cafe 5090 Tin Top Rd | 817-594-0203

Wanda’s By Jr 1503 Fort Worth Hwy. 817-599-7421

Mcalister’s Deli 215 Adams Dr Ste 209 | 817-594-3314

Which Wich 220 Adams Dr Ste 230 817-598-0200

Montana Restaurant 1910 S Main St. | 817-341-3444

Whistle Hill Cafe 104 S Walnut St. | 817-599-4311

Nizza Pizza Pasta & Subs 1016 S Main St. | 817-594-9090

Wild Mushroom 1917 Martin Dr | 817-599-4935

Ohana Japanese Steak House 126 E Interstate 20 | 817-596-2871

Yesterday’s 201 N Main St. | 817-599-3903

Olive Garden 315 E Interstate 20 | 817-599-4207

Yogurt Story 325 Adams Dr Ste 315

On The Border 114 Interstate 20 East 817-594-2174

WILLOW PARK

Outlaw BBQ 3101 Ranger Hwy Unit B 817-599-3520 Outskirtz Grill 2524 Azle Hwy #101 | 817-598-0009 Pastafina 807 S Main St | 817-599-5861 Peaster Grocery & Grill 6231 Fm 920 | 817-341-4326 Pizza Place The 1218 S Main St | 817-594-0591 Polo’s Mexican Cafe 6239 Fm 920 | 817-594-3732

Busy Berri Yogurt Shop 108 S Ranch House Rd 817-441-1100 Chicken Express 101 Ranch House Rd | 817-441-7177 Fish Creek 4899 E I-20 Service Rd N 817-441-1746 Milano’s Pizza & Pasta 119 S Ranch House Rd Ste 900 817-441-6737 Railhead Smokehouse Barbeque 120 S Ranch House Rd 817-441-2525

Pulido’s Mexican Restaurant 304 S Main St. | 817-594-0361 Rosa’s Cafe 28 1920 Martin Dr. | 817-599-5335 Sake Japanese Steakhouse 114 College Park Dr 817-598-5955 Short Chef Creations 136 College Park Dr. | 817-594-7000 shortchefcreations.com Skinny’s Hamburgers 504 Palo Pinto St. | 817-594-3101 Starbucks Coffee Company 2010 S Main St. |817-341-2547

The Shed Texas Kitchen and Bakery 4019 Fort Worth Hwy. 817-594-5533 shedsbread.com The Tamale Kid 204 Dennis Rd. | 817-341-8543

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Sunny Street Cafe 1314 S. Main St. | 817-594-2210

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