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Word from the CVBs Cowboys and Culture: Only in Fort Worth As the new president and CEO of the Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau, I am honored to have been given the opportunity to promote this world-class destination at such an exciting time. From an expanded downtown hotel landscape, to our renowned museums, arts festivals and attractions, no other city offers such a unique mix of “Cowboys and Culture.” And Fort Worth’s February events are no exception. The 111th Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, with attendance topping out near 1 million visitors in 2006, completes its run on Feb. 4. Celebrating its 120th anniversary, “The Last Great Gunfight,” is a historical reenactment of the famous Luke Short versus Jim Courtright duel outside the White Elephant Saloon that will take place on Feb. 8. Fort Worth always offers thrilling Western heritage in the Historic Stockyards with the world’s-largest honky-tonk, Billy Bob’s Texas, and the Stockyards Championship Rodeo held every Friday and Saturday night. Artistic culture abounds with multiple performances by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra at Bass Hall, and a weekend of dance as Texas Ballet Theater performs “Romance to Ragtime” Feb. 16-18. You can catch star-quality performances, such as the symphony orchestra, ballet, traveling musicals or top music acts, multiple nights every week at Bass Hall. One of Fort Worth’s signature annual events, the Cowtown Marathon, will have the streets filled with runners of all ages and abilities on Feb. 24. Over the past 28 years, the Cowtown Marathon has grown into one of the most prestigious running events in the country, offering fun racing options for the whole family, while promoting health awareness throughout the community. It is evident that our city’s distinct blend of cowboys and culture can be experienced year-round, making Fort Worth a destination worth every minute. To learn more about any of these, or other, events in Fort Worth, log on to www.fortworth.com, call 800-433-5747 or stop by one of our Visitor Information Centers. Love the Time You Spend in FUN CENTRAL Spend some time this February in FUN CENTRAL! Arlington, Texas and you will find lots of places and events to love. Take a trip to see Arlington Museum of Art’s “Shine 2007.” This year, the seductive gala for courting your love of art takes on a Valentine’s Day theme, with art works donated by more that 100 Texas artists, many created just for this exhibition and auction. Works span all styles including paintings, sculpture and more. Visit www.arlingtonmuseum.org for more information. Looking for a theatrical arts holiday? At Creative Arts Theatre and School, you and your family can take a dramatic turn as you see Macbeth, William Shakespeare’s tale of betrayal and the corruption of greed. Visit www.creativearts.org for information on tickets and show times. Theatre Arlington takes on OZ!, the musical retelling of the classic story. This all-youth production is a great event for the whole family. Visit www.theatrearlington.org for information on tickets and show times. Does the sound of great country music get your heart pumping? Then visit Johnnie High’s Country Music Revue. With shows every Friday and Saturday night, you’ll be sure to have a great time while hearing some of the best local talent around. For more information on tickets and show times, visit www.johnniehighscountrymusicrevue.com. FUN CENTRAL vacation packages are now available. Our packages are a great value and have terrific add-on options. Visit www.arlington.org for more information. Grapevine’s 15th Annual New Vintage Wine Trail Grapevine will hold its 15th Annual New Vintage Wine Trail, presented by Park Place Motorcars Mid-Cities, April 13 and 14, 2007 under the theme A Salute to Wine and Arts. Festivities include the Jazz Wine Train, the ceremonial Blessing of the Vines & New Release Wines, and the Wine Trail, intertwined with several arts and wine-related activities throughout the weekend. Celebration of new release Grapevine wines begins at 7 p.m. April 13, as the Jazz Wine Train departs the Historic 1888 Cotton Belt Depot at 705 S. Main Street in Grapevine. The Jazz Wine Train is a unique wine tasting experience featuring Grapevine wines paired with local cuisine. Jazz ensembles will play in each passenger car of the Grapevine Vintage Railroad train. Tickets are $60 per person. On Saturday, April 14, hundreds of wine enthusiasts will gather at Delaney Vineyards (2000 Champagne Blvd.) at 11 a.m., to take part in the Blessing of the Vines, a centuries-old European ceremony to ensure robust vines and savory grapes. The ceremony includes a colorful procession through the vineyard. The 15th Annual Wine Trail officially begins at noon and runs until 6 p.m., with each of Grapevine’s winery tasting rooms opening their doors to celebrate this year’s new vintage release wines. Complimentary shuttle service is provided from noon until 6 p.m. to all of Grapevine’s winery tasting rooms, which include: Cross Timbers Winery, Delaney Vineyards, D’Vine Wine, Homestead Winery & Tasting Room, La Bodega Winery & Tasting Room, La Buena Vida Vineyards, Lone Star Wine Cellars, and Su Vino Winery. Tickets are $9 per person. The full trail price is $56 per person. Designated drivers will receive complimentary food and non-alcoholic beverages at each winery stop on April 14. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com or call 817-410-3185. GRAND PRAIRIE FEBRUARY 2007 CALENDAR OF EVENTS February 1-28 - Simulcast Racing, Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie.† †Simulcast racing is available seven days a week in the Post†Time Pavilion, the Las Vegas-style racebook and sportsbar. Smoke-free simulcast available on Saturdays and Sundays†on the second level of the Grand Stand. (Call for exact dates) Admission fee. Call 972.263.RACE. February 2 - Chris Tomlin, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. February - Black History Month Art Exhibit, Grand Prairie Memorial Library. A local artist will feature works of art at the Grand Prairie Memorial Library, 901 Conover Drive, during regular library hours. For information call 972.642.2787 or 972.237.5700. February 8 - Bill Clinton, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. February 10 - Fort Worth Symphony & Willie Nelson, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. February 11 - Supernova, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. February 17 - Renegades with Extreme Fighting, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. February 22-25 - Sesame Street, Elmo Makes Music, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. February 24 - Penn Farm Tour, Cedar Hill Park, Grand Prairie. Take a tour of the historical Penn Farm and learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s. Call 972.291.3900 x 232. February 26 - April 30 - Annual Crappie Marathon, Grand Prairie. An entry fee of $10 must be paid before you begin fishing but is good for the whole marathon. All fish must be caught at Joe Pool Lake, and the live fish weighed in at the Marina. Prizes are awarded per day, per week and per month for the largest fish caught. Call 817.640.4200. Please note: All dates, times and events are subject to change. Get Away to Granbury for Romance
Imagine a carriage ride around a 19th Century courthouse square, followed by a romantic dinner in a special restaurant, topped off by decadent luxury in one of Granbury’s delightful bed and breakfast inns or hotels. Choose from a wide variety of unique accommodations including cozy cottages, private guest houses, new Victorian inns or historic homes. Conventional lodging is also available at one of Granbury’s new or historic hotel properties. February is a great month to refresh your soul and senses at one of our special hide-a-ways. Indulge your special Valentine with the ultimate in total pampering - strawberries dipped in chocolate, hot tea or wine sipped by a crackling fire, or a long, luxurious bubble bath in an antique claw foot tub. Snuggle under soft sheets, quilts and comforters in the privacy of your week-end getaway. Wake up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in the morning and a variety of breakfast options. Enjoy picturesque lake views and luxurious indulgences. Choose a day of shopping where you will discover a unique selection of boutiques, antique and gift shops. Linger over a savory lunch in a quaint tearoom, ‘50s style soda shop or historic sandwich shop. For a romantic evening, Granbury offers fine dining, live entertainment at Granbury Live, Granbury’s 1886 Opera House or Warm Country Heart Theatre. How about a romantic cruise on Lake Granbury aboard the Granbury Riverboat or an evening at the Brazos Drive-In snuggling with your special valentine. Granbury is a hidden treasure offering total escape only 35 minutes from Fort Worth. To view pictures and individual listings of our unique facilities, log on to our website - www.granburytx.com or call the Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-950-2212. See you soon! Yearlong Astronomy Course for All Ages
The second Monday in January 2007, Fossil Rim began offering a yearlong course in Astronomy. The class will be designed to be multi-level, so all family members can benefit, and have enough “meat” to it that High School level home school students could count it as a year of Astronomy. The 2-3 hour class will meet the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, at 7 p.m. at Wolf Ridge Camp. (In the summer months, this time may be changed to 8 p.m. when there are longer days and shorter nights.) Everyone should bring binoculars, and Fossil Rim’s Star Hoppers will also be used. Hands-on activities will be offered on those evenings, and suggested reading and activities for home. The class will run for a full calendar year, January through December, and use as a base text 365 Starry Nights by Chet Raymo. This book will be required for each family. Cost of the classes will be $40 per month for a family of four, with $10 extra per additional family member. If you just want your high schooler to drive out and take the course individually, the cost will be $30 per person per month. Each month must be pre-paid, and Fossil Rim must maintain a minimum of 10 families throughout the course to avoid additional fees. To sign up, call Ms. Tessa at 254-897-2960 ext. 216, or e-mail her at homeschool@fossilrim.org. When visiting Fossil Rim, be sure to allow plenty of time to explore historic downtown Glen Rose, as well as the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and Dinosaur Valley State Park. A wide selection of hotels, cabins, and bed & breakfasts are available to choose from, so plan on spending the weekend. Glen Rose is best known as the “Dinosaur Capital of Texas,” and was also named America’s Dream Town for 2004. For a visitor packet or more information, call the Glen Rose Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-888-346-6282 or visit their website at www.glenrosetexas.net. Texas Storytelling Festival is Fun for the Whole Family! Come to Denton March 29 through April 1st, 2007 for the 22nd annual Texas Storytelling Festival. Held in Civic Center Park just a few blocks away from Denton's historic Courthouse Square, the storytelling festival is a one-of-a-kind event, featuring great family entertainment, including stories and music from the greatest storytellers of the world in a variety of telling traditions. You'll hear spine-tingling ghost tales, Texas legends, Spanish cuentos, Irish yarns, war stories, toe-taping music and much more. Under large circus-style tents, our audience members sit in folding chairs as they relax under the spell of traditional storytelling, laugh at shaggy dog stories, thrill at tall tales, learn urban legends, and reminisce about times gone by. You can shop in the festival's gift shop and conveniently grab a great meal on site or in nearby restaurants. Annual favorites like the Tiny Tales for Tiny Tots and expertly told Ghost Tales are presented along side totally new, unique and exciting features such as: "From Our Mothers' Hands" focusing on storytelling with a musical bent including bluegrass, folk, jazz, blues, and even drumming presentations. Kids' Tales, Sacred Tales, tales full of laughter, tales full of tears-and this is just a sampling! The Texas Storytelling Festival in Denton, Texas March 29-April 1, 2007-"you have to hear it to believe it!" Denton offers quality hotels, over 100 great dining options, specialty shopping, rich history, dynamic and thriving downtown, museums, and year round fun. We are Denton-and all that Jazz! For more information, call 940-382-7895 or visit us at www.discoverdenton.com. Current
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