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Also in this issue MĂşsicarte | Roundup for Autism | The Depot Lofts | Habitat for Humanity
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Get Connected Face to face with Fort Worth Social Networks..........................................
Músicarte Celebration of the Americas................................................................
Roundup for Autism “Cowboy Serenade”...........................................................................
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The Foodie Pages Table Scout..................................................................... 14 You Gotta Try This.............................................................. 14 Beat the Clock................................................................. 15
History Meets Modern At the Depot Lofts...............................................................................
Building Better Lives Habitat for Humanity comes to Sundance Square..................................
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Shocking, yes, but intermingling with others in person, who share similar interests in person is possible through the various local community organizations that exist in and around downtown Fort Worth. Young professional, or “YP” groups, and special interest associations are fun, educational and often charitable ways to meet and network with others, whether for social or professional purposes. So in between tweets and status updates, step out from behind the laptop once and a while and become more familiar with these Fort Worth organizations.
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The Museum Scene
Each of the museums in Fort Worth’s Cultural District features a social club of sorts that fosters relationships with young patrons. These organizations strive to provide trendy and unique opportunities for members to enjoy and appreciate the museum’s amenities while meeting new people. It’s a concept that brings a new freshness to Fort Worth’s renowned cultural scene. The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth offers membership for The Modern Contemporaries, a special interest group geared toward museum supporters in their 20s and 30s. Young professionals, art lovers, artists and Fort Worth natives are all welcome to join and participate in events. “The goal of the Modern Contemporaries is to bring young members of our community to the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth,” said Ashley Elliot, membership and special events manager for The Modern. “We want to provide interesting social and educational programs and events that will enlist future supporters and patrons. The Modern Contemporaries are given the opportunity to learn about modern and contemporary art in a social setting with friends. Membership is only $115 annually or $165 for couples and includes many perks. The group receives free admission to the museum all year, a 20% discount in the Modern Shop, 10% discount in Café Modern, discounted tickets to film and music events and invitations to six or seven exclusive events each year. Upcoming fall events include a preview of the seventh annual art show and sale organized by Historic Fort Worth, Inc. entitled Preservation is the Art of the City, located at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, to be held September 17. Or cultivate your creative side at Modern Contemporaries in the Studio,
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to be held October 28. Members will view the exhibition Susan Rothenberg: Moving in Place and then head to the studio to create art of their own. Visit www.themodern.org. At the Kimbell Art Museum, the Cosmopolitans membership is designed to provide young patrons of the Museum an experience that is tailored to their lifestyle, says Sonya Cisneros, public relations and marketing assistant. Providing an exclusive, in-depth look at Fort Worth’s internationally recognized museum, Cosmopolitans are introduced to the museum’s world-class collection, architecture and innovative education programs while participating in after-hours social gatherings. “Members enjoy rare curator’s tours of exhibitions, a glamorous annual evening gala and a fall champagne brunch and fashion show in collaboration with Neiman Marcus Fort Worth,” Cisneros said. “Often they are invited to view one of the areas premiere private art collections.”
“The goal of the Modern Contemporaries is to bring young members of our community to the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.” Kimbell Cosmopolitans can take advantage of free admission to special exhibitions, invitations to exhibition opening events and invitations to all Cosmopolitan events. Membership is $150 for individuals and $250 for couples annually. Upcoming events include Champagne Chic, the annual champagne brunch and fashion show to be held on September 20. It will feature the latest in must-have fall fashion for both men and women. Guest will enjoy dining on the museum’s west porticos, weather permitting. Visit www.kimbellart.org.
Other museum social groups include TheGallery at the Amon Carter Museum and Young Guns at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. TheGallery members can expand their appreciation and knowledge of American art while attending exclusive events, meeting new people and networking with friends and colleagues at the Amon Carter Museum. Membership is $125 for individuals or $200 for couples annually. Visit www. cartermuseum.org. The Young Guns organization is newer on the YP group scene, having held their launch event during the 2009 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo back in January. Approximately 190 new members attended the event held at the Reata Backstage Club. The group is dedicated to increasing awareness of the Cowgirl while preserving and promoting the traditions of Fort Worth and the American West. This month, watch armadillos vie for top speed at the Young Guns Armadillo Race Tournament, to be held September 10 at Cowtown Coliseum’s new Warm-Up Arena. The races and live music begins at 7 p.m. Young Guns membership is $40 and includes museum admission for one year, exclusive invitations to special events and a 10% discount in the fabulous Cowgirl gift shop. Visit www.cowgirl. net. Cowboys welcome, of course.
Charitable Groups
Special interest groups are not limited to the museum scene. Many local charities feature young professional groups that may coordinate several benefit events a year or focus on one large annual fundraising gala. Becoming involved in these groups can provide crucial resources for individuals or organizations in need while creating lasting friendships among supporters. The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) of Fort Worth offers membership for Ronald’s Young Leaders, a young professionals group formed to raise awareness of RMH’s mission to meet the needs seriously ill children and their families. The group hosts events that range outside the typical YP happy hour. “Ronald’s Young Leaders was formed in April of this year and already has over 100 members!” said Yvonne Harrison, chairman of the organization. “Our goal is to raise awareness and contributions for the House by reaching a younger audience and groom future Try a meet and greet
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board members. The most unique thing about our young leaders group is that you can get your whole family involved. We certainly have our fair share of cocktail hours and crazy fun, like the upcoming ‘Tacky Prom.’ But we’ve also organized cookouts, art camps, gardening on Saturday morning and ice cream socials in which our members have involved their entire family.” Ronald’s Young Leaders will host a fabulously tacky and fun-filled benefit called An 80s Prom, to be held at The Fort Worth Club on October 16th. This unique gala breaks the mold of the usual themed fundraiser and will encourage 80s attire in bad taste and plenty of hair spray. Tickets are $50. Visit www. ftworthrmh.org. The Young Lions of The Fort Worth Public Library Foundation was established in May 2003 and brings together a diverse group of young professionals who share a passion for books and literature. Though the group disbanded in 2006, attorneys Dee Dee Herring and Elisa Fox revitalized the program in April
“Vision FW is unique in how it encompasses professionals from all industry sectors.” of 2009. Today members of the Young Lions gather to share ideas to make the public library the cultural center of Fort Worth. “The Young Lions group will be planning a gala here at the Central Library in February,” said Toni Lunsford of the Fort Worth Library Foundation’s special events department. “The date not yet confirmed but the theme will be ‘Boots & Books.’ Dee Dee Herring and Elisa Fox are the chairs.” Privileges of Young Lions membership include discounted tickets to the Library Foundation’s popular annual Cigar Smoker, discounted tickets to the Foundation’s annual gala, this year to be held October 2 with a theme of Top Hats and Tales...A Lincoln Bicentennial Gala, and invitations to all other Foundation events throughout the year. Annual single membership is $50 and $75 for couples. Visit www.fortworthlibraryfoundation.org.
Local and Global Connections
Whether it’s to expand connections within Fort Worth or to increase global awareness, special interest groups can bring young professionals together locally and worldwide. The Meridian Global Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council tailors dynamic and enlightening events for World Affairs Council members in their 20s and 30s. “Meridian members come from all professions and backgrounds, but share a common interest in international topics business, culture, politics, economics and current events,” said Alyson Farmer, Executive Director for the Fort Worth Center of the
Vision FW hosted their last Night Vision event at Worthington National Bank in Arpil 2009. World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth. “The World Affairs Council is dedicated to educating and engaging a generation of future leaders who are interested in supporting international opportunities in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.” Meridian members can choose from a variety of programs, including discussions, cultural explorations, lectures, social events and more. “You’ll have the opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the world while connecting with others who share your interest in international affairs,” Farmer said. “We have a mentorship program and travel opportunities available, as well.” Upcoming events include Global DFW: A Study of N. Texas and the Global Economy with Ambassador James Oberwetter, President, Dallas Regional Chamber to be held September 22. The Meridian membership is a benefit of membership in the World Affairs Council at no additional charge. Memberships range from $25 to $125. Visit www.dfwworld.org. Vision FW is an offspring of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce that provides local networking opportunities on a very large scale. The specific goal of the group is to give members the opportunity to meet other young professionals. “Vision FW is unique in how it encompasses professionals from all industry sectors,” said Brianna Broussard, Vision FW manager. “Our connection to the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce allows Vision FW members to meet some of Fort Worth’s most influential business and community leaders.” Upcoming events include Night Vision at the Amon Carter Museum on September 10, a members-only event with the Lone Star Film Society at Four Day Weekend on September 30 and Night Vision at Rios Interiors on October 15. Visit www.visionfw.com.
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ree admission is your passport to the Americas - South, Central and North -on October 9-10, 2009 during Músicarte de Fort Worth, a celebration for the senses with food and wine, fine art and music in Sundance Square. “Músicarte de Fort Worth celebrates the proud history, values and creative Latino heritage that give the Southwest its savor,” says Sandra McGlothlin,chairman of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. “Here is an opportunity to bring incredible art and a broad range of music, culture and cuisine to the Downtown area in the fall, while at the same time providing urgently needed resources for scholarships throughout the community.” Produced by the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Downtown Fort Worth’s business and cultural community, Músicarte is coordinated by the same team that produces MAIN ST. Fort Worth Arts Festival. Músicarte will welcome thousands back to Downtown Fort Worth, this time with a Latin beat and flavor, and benefits the Scholarship Fund of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. “We are pleased to bring this signature event back to Downtown Fort Worth in October,” offers Richard Maxwell, vice-president of The T and chair of the Músicarte Steering Committee. “It has become a fall tradition for the entire Metroplex, and we are very excited to be working with so many fine partners to bring another cultural celebration to North Texas.”
Music- Salsa is hot, but Latin music runs the gamut from jazz to rock and folkmusic. The music of Del Castillo, Havana NRG, Latin Fire, Chente Barrera, AJ Castillo, Latin Express and others will set the tempo for Músicarte. Preview the entertainment line-up at www.musicartefw.com.
Dance- Passion is the heartbeat of Latin dance. Discover Músicarte, where tango, salsa and other Latin dance classics will set your pulse racing. Learn salsa, tango, meringue and more throughout Saturday and Sunday! Art- Músicarte has received hundreds of applications from notable artists ready to exhibit at this year’s festival. A full online gallery of participating artists will be available on www.musicartefw.com shortly. Each artist will be on hand to discuss their work and make your art purchase a pleasure. Food and Drink- The great chefs at Ocho Rios Jamaican and Caribbean Grill, Cantina Laredo and Embargo will serve up good tastes for Músicarte de Fort Worth, preparing familiar as well as unexpected pleasures for a public hungry for Latin fare. Drink wines, beers and other beverages of the Americans that serve as a great compliment to any meal. Family- Músicarte for Kids, a playground of the Americas, is open from 10 a.m. to dusk each day during the festival featuring hands’ on activities for the kids. Educate- Proceeds from Músicarte will benefit the Scholarship Fund of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, which provides resources for scholarships throughout the community.
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he Roundup for Autism is a two-day event spanning the DallasFort Worth Metroplex to be held September 18-19, 2009. The Roundup was founded in 1988 by Bobby Norris (in honor of his daughter who has autism) and is solely designed to raise funds for the Autism Treatment Centers of Texas. The Roundup for Autism has raised over $2.5 million dollars and has become one of the largest autism-related fundraising events in the State of Texas.
Roundup for Autism Founder, Bobby Norris, accepts a saddle bag from the Lone Star Pony Express
Festivities commence in the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District with a VIP Sponsor and Media Kick-off Party beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17th at Rodeo Exchange Club. Activities on Friday, September 18th will begin with a Ranch Sorting competition from 7 am to 4 pm. At 6 pm, spectators will line the streets to find a Parade of cowboys, saloon girls, Flamenco dancers, antique car clubs, and many more exciting participants marching up Exchange Street. The Roundup for Autism Parade will be led by Grand Marshall Pam Minick and the Lone Star Pony Express. Roundup celebrities will lead the street-lined crowds directly to Cowtown Coliseum for the Roundup for Autism Celebrity Rodeo to begin at 7:30 pm. Celebrities will try their hand at team roping, team penning, calf roping, and professional bull riding as Doug Mathis announces from the booth. Invited celebrities include Barry Corbin, Larry Mahan, Trevor Brazile, JW Hart, Cody Ohl, Tuf Cooper, Cody Lambert, and many more. Saturday, September 19th, is the final event of the Roundup for Autism. The Pegasus Ball, a black-tie formal event, will be held in the Regency Ballroom of the Fairmont Dallas hotel beginning at 6 pm. The theme of the 21st Annual event will be “Cowboy Serenade”. Live entertainment, live and silent auctions, and fine-dining will ensure this night will be memorable for all. The Autism Treatment Center (ATC) was established in 1976 as a private non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that serves children and adults with autism. ATC provides services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Services include: diagnostic, educational, vocational, therapeutic and residential treatment for children and adults with autism and other developmental disorders.
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817 Matisse Dr. (W. 7th St. at ), 817-348-9655 Mon-Thu 11am-midnight; Fri-Sat 11am-2am; Sun 11am-11pm. Dirty Love Burger $5.77; Lobster Love $11.54; small shake $2.31 The newest arrival to the booming Seventh Street Corridor may have been born in the Stockyards, but Tim Love has managed to take his new Love Shack just a bit upscale while keeping its fun and family-friendly pedigree. Where the Stockyards Love Shack, set in the former White Elephant Beer Garden, is both hip and honky-tonk, the new Love Shack So7 keeps the charm (and a bit of rustic décor) but feels more open and citified. Glass garage-style doors separate the indoor space (with ordering counter, a full bar, and a few tables) from the 2,900 square feet of sky-view outdoor seating. In addition to bistro-style tables and chairs, the urban patio has both a live music stage and a comfortable lounge area, plus a hopscotch court and beanbag toss. Chalk is available for kids of all ages to draw anywhere
they’d like - the floors, the concrete walls, even on the tables. Luckily for lovers of one of the best burgers in town, Love Shack So7 has brought the celebrated Dirty Love Burger uptown - but only in a geographic sense. No “modernization” could improve this super-juicy tenderloin-brisket burger topped with cheese, crisp bacon, fresh garnishings and “Love Sauce,” plus a fried quail egg for extra creaminess. With so many must-have sides, all you can do is order them all and share: hand-cut classic fries; fresh-made chile parmesan chips, with Chef Tim’s own chile-dust blend; and thin-sliced crispy onion rings, accurately dubbed “Crazy Good” on the menu. And of course the other classic burger accompaniment, the milkshake: The Shack whips up one special flavor a day, such as
chocolate mint or raspberry. Plan ahead with the Shake Calendar at www.loveburgershack.com. Drawing new customers from downtown and the Cultural District as well as West Seventh denizens, Love Shack So7 has extended its burgers-and-dogs menu to include the Love Bird, a take on the classic grilled-chicken sandwich; the Love Fish, a grilled fillet with housemade tartar sauce; and the Lobster Love, a Maine-style lobster salad served in an authentic New England Bun. Two salad choices are almost too many when one is a fresh twist on a traditional Caesar, with grilled chicken if desired, and the other is the ever-changing salad du jour, anything from shrimp with cannellini beans to kale with cherry tomato and bacon dressing. The Sunday familystyle brunch (11am-2:30 pm) has
already become central Fort Worth’s prime lazy-day place to gather for good food and easy lounging - aided by a jalapeno-cucumber margarita from the sleek cocktail bar. (For kids and non-imbibers, each of the 15 specialty cocktails is available in a non-alcoholic version.) Tim Love, one of Fort Worth’s favorite celebrity chefs, has done it again: taken something great and made it even better. With Love Shack So7, he’s added some new twists metro-friendly menu items, an airy urban patio - that have already made this location a hit with the locals. But more important, he’s kept the great burgers, the kid-friendliness, and the relaxed feel of the Stockyards venue. Love Shack, welcome to uptown. We’re very glad you didn’t fancy up too much for the trip.
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If it is your first time venturing into Lebanese style cuisine, you want to try the Mezza Trio at Chadra Mezza and Grill. The trio offers three distinct spreads for your freshly baked pita bread: traditional chick pea Hummus, spicy Babaganouj (smoked eggplant dip) and sweet Muhammara (red bell pepper and walnut dip). Each distinct flavor, all made in house will tickle your taste buds and leave you asking the waiter for more pita bread. And here’s a tip: for an alternative to the bread, ask for the fresh pita chips. Mezza Trio 14
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Mezza Trio $12.95 at Chadra Mezza, 1622 Park Place Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76110 817-924-2372 • www.chadramezza.com SEPTEMBER 2009
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Z’s Café, 1300 Gendy St. (inside the Fort Worth Community Arts Center), 817-989-2233 The setting: Never has a café fit so perfectly into its surroundings. Just off the Fort Worth Community Arts Center’s lobby, Z’s Café is light and airy, filled with fresh flowers, a flood of sunlight, and of course local art on every available wall space. And like its host, the mood at Z’s Café is welcoming, supportive, and above all community-spirited. The menu: Lunch entrees ($5.99 including chips or fruit) are summer-friendly treats like a turkey apricot wrap, vegetarian bowtie pasta salad, and the plate that’s already getting all the buzz: Z Café’s light, refreshing chicken salad, available as a sandwich or on a bed of lettuce. Co-owner and chef Janet Capua also cooks up fresh specials every morning, anything from
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quiche to homemade Italian sausage ($5.99 with two sides — the mac & cheese is highly recommended); a recent blueberrychipotle pork tenderloin was a sweet-and-tangy delight. The service: The block-lettered “HOPE” high on one wall is more than a work of art: Café employees are residents of Samaritan House, which houses and supports people with HIV. Many have prior restaurant experience; all are enthusiastic and meticulous in their work. Indeed, the room is infused with hope and joy. The verdict: At Z’s café, you can help support the arts and your community just by having a great chicken salad sandwich. Winwin all around.
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he Depot apartment complex on the eastern edge of downtown Fort Worth has emerged as one of the top places to live, having a very high occupancy rate and winning many various awards. Just a short walk from Sundance Square, The Depot combines affordable rental rates, a wide variety of floor plans, and the urban lifestyle that downtown provides. Built on the site of the Cotton Belt Railroad in 2006, the 210-unit apartment complex saved the railroad office building that was built in 1911. The building has been restored and houses the community’s office and clubhouse functions. Jake Werner, the property business manager for The Depot, said the diversity of housing styles had led to the apartment complex’s success. “We have floor plans that accommodate anyone’s needs, from studios to loft style and stained concrete to hardwood flooring,” Werner said. “Whatever you desire, we have.” Rental rates on the studios start at $700 and the two-bedroom apartments start around $1,000. The Depot is 94 percent occupied, but there are still move-in specials. “We have wonderful immediate specials with two months free rent on a 12-month lease term, and we will pay for your move up to $250,” Werner said.
“We have floorplans that accommodate everyone’s needs... Whatever you desire, we have.” The Depot is also big on amenities for its residents. The pool has a large sunbathing deck. The rooftop lounge area has a wireless internet hot spot, mood lighting, music and scenic downtown views. Residents also have access to a 24-hour fitness center with towels and bottled water as well. The Depot consists of six four-story apartment buildings surrounding the old structure, which are linked by a spacious lobby area with a roof deck. While the designers were able to preserve the historic structure, the design of the apartments themselves is modern, efficient, and stylish. High speed internet and satellite TV are available. The kitchens are stocked with black GE appliances, and built in microwaves. The units are also equipped with intrusion alarms, and the apartment complex also offers 24-hour emergency maintenance to its residents. It is not hard to see why The Depot has become one of the hottest addresses in downtown Fort Worth. Great cityscape views are seen from the apartment windows, and those who work downtown can be close to their office. Then there is the proximity of Sundance Square, with its many venues of shopping, dining, and entertainment. The Depot is located at 555 Elm Street in downtown Fort Worth. For more information on The Depot, including lease specials and to see the available properties, go to their website at
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owntown Fort Worth is no stranger to building projects. At times over the last several years, the areas in and around downtown have looked like one giant construction site. The Omni Hotel, the So7 development, the Tarrant County College District’s Trinity River Campus, and dozens of other new, fancy buildings have sprung up seemingly out of nowhere, changing the landscape before our very eyes. This September, however, Sundance Square will play host to a different kind of building project, and this one promises to forever change the lives of two families. Encore Acquisition Company and XTO Energy are sponsoring a Habitat for Humanity blitz build on September 24-28, the Trinity Habitat’s 20th anniversary. Employees of the sponsor companies and other volunteers will participate in building houses for two needy families in the Flying Saucer Parking Lot. The houses will eventually be transported to North Fort Worth. The two houses will be built side by side in the parking lot, and though two of downtown’s flagship companies are providing the materials and the labor, folks in and around Sundance Square see it as a community-wide project. The families who are benefiting from all of this generosity will themselves be heavily involved in the project, as well as other partner families - the name given to families who buy Habitat
homes. The two homes being built in Sundance will go to single-mother families. In its 20-year history, this will be only the tenth time that Trinity Habitat has built and moved a home. The organization has built 363 homes in Tarrant, Johnson, Parker, and Wise counties, since its inception in 1989. “Trinity Habitat for Humanity is an amazing organization that provides hope for families who need assistance,” said Johnny Campbell, president and CEO of Sundance Square on the organization’s website. “Watching two homes being built in the middle of Sundance Square will be very exciting while highlighting such an important cause. We are pleased to support Trinity Habitat for Humanity as they celebrate 20 years of improving the lives of so many people in Fort Worth and the four counties they serve: Johnson, Parker, Tarrant and Wise.”
The projects will be historic in nature because it will be the first such event to take place in downtown Fort Worth. Trinity Habitat’s Executive Director, Gage Yager, believes that the two companies involved in the project are doing more than just talking about helping people in need. “Trinity Habitat is thrilled to have two wonderful home-grown energy companies celebrate our first 20 years in Sundance Square in the heart of downtown Fort Worth,” he said. “Like so many other Habitat partners Encore and XTO lead by example.” Jon S. Brumly, CEO and President of Encore Acquisition Company, whose corporate headquarters are in Sundance Square, said that the project will benefit his employees just as much as the families who will be living in the houses. “Fort Worth has been very good to Encore Acquisition Company and we are delighted to be able to give something back to Fort Worth by participating in Trinity Habitat for Humanity’s 20 Year Celebration,” he said. As one of the title sponsors, volunteering on this project will benefit our employees as much as the family who will eventually occupy the house. There is no better feeling than knowing you have made a positive impact on other people’s lives.”
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Slated down the first two Tuesdays of the month, to headline on Friday is the inimitable “Jumpin’” Johnny Reno and his Bitchin’ George Clinton and Parliament/ Camaros will hold court on Thursdays, Funkadelic. Saturday’s headliner will and “Swingin’” Ricki Derek will be in be trumpeter Chris Botti. On Sunday, his usual Friday spot. One special guest the event will close with Blind Boys of who’s not to be missed is trumpeter Zach Alabama. As part of the event (produced Heffley, former member of the Grammyby Camp Bowie Boulevard, Inc.), nominated One O’Clock Lab Band from professional artists and fine-craftsmen the University of North Texas. He’ll be and -women will be exhibiting and selling brassing up the place on Wed., Sept. 2. their works, and some of the area’s top Expect a lot of heavy-hittin’ local sitterspecialty food vendors and top chefs will inners, too. Visit www.scattjazzlounge.com. be providing cooking demonstrations and And don’t forget that outside of offering samples. There also will be wine Sundance Square, on the patio stage seminars. at Central Market (4651 W Fwy, 817Jazz By the Boulevard goes from Fri., George Clinton and Parliament/ 989-4700), CM and Fort Worth Weekly’s Sept. 11, until Sun., Sept. 13. For ticket Funkadelic gets funky in FunkyThursday Night Live concert series pricing and more information visit www. town Fri., Sept. 11. continues with The Burning Hotels Sept. fortworthjazz.com. 3, The Campaign Sept. 10, and Josh Events for the rest of September and early October run the Weathers and the True+Endevors Sept. 17 . gamut. On Wed., Sept. 19, the 8th Annual Cowtown Cruisin’ The Fort Worth Botanic Garden (3220 Botanic Garden for a Cure will bring into Sundance Square a bevy of classic Blvd, in the Cultural District, 817-871-7686) is beautiful no cars and antique motorcycles, all for a good cause. Benefiting matter which way you cut it. But just when you thought it prostate cancer research and treatment, the nonprofit event is couldn’t get any more beautiful, along comes Art in the Botanic always a roaring blast, Garden, a juried art show on display in the Garden Center and you can expect hallway. The exhibit will be part of Fort Worth’s annual Fall more of the same in Gallery Night, a night when all of the local galleries -- and some ‘09. The entertainment makeshift galleries -- open their doors to the unwashed and ply will be provided by the them with free boxed wine and cheese cubes. The Sat., Sept. 12, Co-Co Bann Band, and event is not to be missed. Visit www.fwbg.org. Kincaid’s Hamburgers And since October’s right around the corner, there are will be sponsoring two October events worth mentioning, starting with the the first $1,000 in a opening performance of Texas Ballet Theater’s 2009-2010 50/50 raffle pot. Plus, season. From Fri., Oct. 2, ‘til Sun., Oct. 4, at Bass Performance a $500 cash prize will Hall, TBT will perform The Russian Masters, featuring George be awarded for Best in Balanchine’s Serenade set to Tchaikovsky’s score and Michel Show, and the second- Fokine’s Polovtsian Dance from Alexander Borodin’s Prince The Burning Hotels rock 8.0 place finisher will Igor. Tickets are $19-99 and may be ordered by visiting www. Thur., Sept. 24. receive a “beautiful” texasballettheater.org. Silver Award. Early registration is $25. Registration on the day Also in October: At the Will Rogers Memorial Center of the event is $30. Visit www.cowtowncruisinforacure.org. in the Cultural District from Thu., Oct. 1, ‘til Sat., Oct. 3, Grease will be the word at Bass Performance Hall (525 the Junior League of Fort Worth presents the Third Annual Commerce St. in Sundance Square) through Sun., Sept. 6. Christmas in Cowtown, a holiday gift market featuring American Idol winner Taylor Hicks will cameo in the classic home décor, jewelry, seasonal items, Broadway musical about summer lovin’ among a bunch of clothing, children’s products, gourmet sexually frustrated teens in the 1950s. Poodle skirts, pompadours, food, and much more. Shop more and T-Birds will dazzle as you try to sing along to the hits: than 130 merchants from across the “You’re the One That I Want,” “Greased Lightning,” “Summer country. General admission tickets Nights,” and all of the others. Tickets are $30-85 and may be are available at ordered by calling 817-212-4280. Visit www.casamanana.org. the door and are Music of a different kind will be pumping through $10-15. Sundance Square throughout the month. On Thu., Sept. 24, at 8.0 Restaurant and Bar (111 E 3rd St, 817-200-7986), Fort Check out Worth’s premier indie-rock band, The Burning Hotels, will set cool cars in the venue’s awesome patio stage on fire (figuratively, of course). Sundance Square Fresh off a major cameo in the recently released summer at Cowtown Cruisin’ blockbuster movie Bandslam (starring Vanessa Hudgens and for a Cure on Wed., Sept. 19.
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