KEY Magazine Fort Worth

OCTOBER 2007

Ongoing Ft. Worth Botanic Garden-Wander among trees, flowers and along waterways of the 109-acre park. An exhibition greenhouse and gift shop are two detours in the journey. The main gardens are free & open daily from 8 a.m. until sunset. A small fee is required for the 7.5 acre Japanese garden, which is open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and offers tours that take about an hour. A small fee is also required for the conservatory-open Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sun. 1-4 p.m. The Gardens Restaurant and the Treasure Tree Gift Shop are on site. Off University Dr. at 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., 817-871-7689, www.fwbg.com.

Ongoing Ft. Worth Trinity Park-The Log Cabin Village living history museum depicts the lifestyle of pioneers who settled this area in the mid-to-late 1800s. Hrs: Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 1-5 p.m. Gen. Ad. $3.50, seniors & youths 4-17, $3, children under 4, free. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln., 817-926-5881, www.logcabinvillage.org.

Ongoing The Ft. Worth Zoo, home to over 5,000 native and exotic animals and a world-famous reptile collection, is rated one of America’s top zoos by Family Life magazine, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today and Southern Living Reader’s Choice Awards. Texas Wild! is an 8-acre area that allows guests to encounter more than 300 creatures and visit 6 regions of the Lone Star State in just hours. The Zagat Survey U.S. Family Travel Guide has rated the zoo the #1 attraction in the DFW area and #19 among the “50 Overall Top-Rated Attractions in the United States.” Hrs. are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, open until 6 p.m. on weekends. Gen. Ad. $10.50, children 3-12, $8. Ticket price includes entry into Texas Wild!. Parking $5. Half-price tickets on Wednesdays. 1989 Colonial Pkwy., 817-871-7050, www.fortworthzoo.org.

Ongoing The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame houses over 2,000 artifacts and information about more than 400 remarkable women. The $21 million, 33,000 square foot museum honors women who have distinguished themselves while exemplifying the pioneer spirit of the American West. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Gen. Ad. $8, seniors $7, & youths 3-12, $7, children 2 & under, free. 1720 Gendy St., 817-336-4475, 800-476-3263, www.cowgirl.net.

Ongoing Grapevine Vintage Railroad Excursions take place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, pulled by the 109 year-old steam engine. Thursdays are Vintage Diesel Days. Trips from Grapevine to the Fort Worth Stockyards are scheduled Thursdays through Sundays, departing Grapevine at 1 p.m. and arriving in the Stockyards about 2:30 p.m. The return run boards at 4:45 p.m. to arrive back in Grapevine around 6 p.m. Robbers have been known to board the train as it makes its way from Grapevine to Fort Worth. The hour-long Trinity River Run-leaving from the Stockyards-is 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed Christmas Day. Tickets for the Grapevine to Fort Worth Run are Gen. Ad. $20, seniors 55+, $18, and children $10. Tickets for the Trinity River run are Gen. Ad. $10, seniors $9, and children $6. One-way tickets are available. Plan to be at the depot 1 hour before departure time. Depots are located in Grapevine at 707 S. Main St. & the Fort Worth Stockyards Station at 140 E. Exchange Ave., 817-410-3123, www.gvrr.com.

Ongoing Glen Rose, TX-Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is a unique wildlife refuge situated in the sprawling Texas hill country that features guided tours, camping and wildlife studies. Admissions 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Park closes at 5:30 p.m. Open daily except major holidays. Adults $19.95 (weekends & holidays $21.95), seniors 62+ $15.95 (weekends & holidays $18.95), ages 3-11 $12.95 (weekends & holidays $15.95), & children under 2 free. Discount on Wed. 3 miles south of Glen Rose, off Hwy. 67, 254-897-2960, www.fossilrim.org.

Ongoing Arlington, TX-The Legends of the Game Baseball Museum, at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, features baseball uniforms, balls, playing cards and photographs depicting the history of the sport. The Learning Center for Children houses interactive exhibits on baseball and how the sport is related to fields such as science, math, history, geography and communications. Tours of the ballpark are available. 1000 Ballpark Way, 817-273-5842.

Ongoing Fort Worth Stockyards Historical District-The Texas Longhorn Cattle Drive occurs twice daily, weather permitting, but they don’t mosey along on major holidays. Herders dressed in 19th-century cowboy gear drive 15 to 17 head of cattle down Exchange Ave. Best viewing areas for the 11:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. drives are the front lawn of the Livestock Exchange Bldg. or across the street near the Stockyards Visitor’s Center. Watching the herd is free. Along E. Exchange Ave., 817-336-4373.

Ongoing Fort Worth’s history is housed in the 94-year-old Fire Station No. 1 building located in the City Center Complex. This Fort Worth Museum of Science & History exhibit traces Fort Worth’s development from its beginning as a frontier outpost, through its rowdy youth as a cattle town to the present. The exhibit features graphics, historical artifacts, photographs and documents, reproduced paintings and original posters. Hrs. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. daily. Free. Corner of 2nd & Commerce Sts., 817-255-9408.

Ongoing Oscar’s Mexican Restaurant in Haltom City-“The Jazz Monsters,” a 20-piece professional jazz band consisting of esteemed musicians who have taught and performed throughout the Metroplex. Enjoy big band jazz from the ‘40s through the ‘90s, featuring arrangements by Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Buddy Rich, Tom Kubis and many others. First Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. Admission is free but donations are accepted. 3408 Denton Hwy., 817-222-9020.

Thursdays Featuring Ray Sharp on the Grand Piano. Each Thursday in The Lounge, adjacent to the Four Day Weekend Theater, Ray Sharp plays his Boston Grand Piano and different top vocalists come from in and around the Metroplex to sing. Inside the Four Day Weekend Theater, 312 Houston St., 817-226-4329, www.myspace.com/encorelounge.

Thursdays Complimentary wine tasting every Thursday night at WineStyles. 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. 4825 Overton Ridge, Suite 304, 817-361-9463, www.winestyles.net/hulen.

Saturdays Grapevine’s Palace Theatre-Yellow Rose Productions presents the Grapevine Opry Country Music Showcase. 7:30 p.m. Gen. Ad. $15, children $10. Senior & group discounts available. 300 S. Main St., 817-481-8733.

Through Oct. 14 Amon Carter Museum presents “A Sense of Place: Precisionism in America.” A selection of works on paper from the Carter’s collection depict Precisionism, the style employed by Charles Demuth in his paintings. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs., and noon-5 p.m. Sun. Free admission. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Oct. 14 Grapevine, TX-Runway Theatre presents the musical, Urinetown, by Mark Hollmann & Greg Kotis. Urinetown is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. Rated PG-13. Tickets: Adults $15, Seniors 60+ and youths 18 and under $10. Showtimes: Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m. & Sun. 3 p.m. 215 N. Dooley St., 817-488-4842, www.runwaytheatre.com.

Through Oct. 14 Theatre Arlington’s cast performs Little Shop of Horrors. The hit musical about a down and out floral assistant who becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Soon “Audrey II” grows into an ill-tempered R&B singing carnivore seeking global domination. Rated PG. Tickets: $20, $10 for children 11 and younger. Showtimes: Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. 305 W. Main St., 817-275-7661, www.theatrearlington.org.

Through Oct. 21 The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents a special exhibition of work by renowned contemporary sculptor Ron Mueck, an exceptional artist and virtuoso of hyperrealistic sculpture. Thirteen works are on view in the special exhibition, including Untitled (Seated Woman), 1999; the critically acclaimed Dead Dad, 1996-97, a scrupulously rendered, three-foot-long sculpture of the artist’s father lying naked on the floor; In Bed, 2005/6, a twenty-foot sculpture of a woman lying tucked in bed; and Baby, 2000, a ten-inch-long newborn infant. A thirty-minute video showing the artist at work is also part of the exhibition, along with examples of his working materials and casts. Gen. Ad. $8, students with IDs and seniors 60+ $4, children under 13 free. Free on Wednesdays and the first Sunday of every month. Hrs.: Tues. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 3200 Darnell St., 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org.

Through Oct. 28 Screams, the World’s Largest Halloween Theme Park, is open for four frightening weekends. See The Castle of Darkness, The Arcane Asylum, The Black Hole, Jack the Ripper’s London, Terror Visions in 3D, cannibals and even a T-Rex. Guests may visit all four haunted different themed houses multiple times and stay until the park closes. There’s a karaoke contest where the winner will be awarded a $500 cash prize. Screams is located in Waxahachie, TX, just 30 minutes south of Dallas/Fort Worth off of I-35E at exit 399A. Hrs.: Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sun., Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Tickets: $19.99 per person (tax included) for ages 6 and over (children 5 and under are free). For more information call 972-938-3247 or visit www.ScreamsPark.com.

Through Nov. 2 The Fort Worth Botanic Garden Center presents “Treasures of Peru’s Amazon Jungle.” In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Fort Worth photographer Diane Simons Lovell, one of the few in the world to explore and photograph all seven continents, shares some of her favorite color photographs. 8 a.m.-closing. Free admission. Off University Drive, at 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., 817-871-7689, www.fwbg.org.

Through Nov. 3 Hangman’s House of Horrors is one of the top charity-benefiting haunted house in the World! Recently featured on the Travel Channel and in Family Circle Magazine, Hangman’s features four haunted attractions, over 120 live actors, spectacular special FX and a festival with live bands, karaoke, body art, concessions and more! Now in its 19th season, Hangman’s has donated over $1.4 million to local charities. Hangman’s is located in Fort Worth at I-30 and Forest Park Blvd., one mile west of downtown. The attraction is open every Friday and Saturday through Oct. 20, then nightly Oct. 26 through Nov. 3. Hours are 7 p.m. until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, until 10 p.m. all other nights. Tickets $4-$30. For details, call 817-336-HANG or visit www.hangmans.com.

Through Dec. 2 Amon Carter Museum presents “With New Eyes: Exploration and the American West.” Explore the contributions of the photographers who participated in the U.S. government’s surveys of the West that began in 1867, two years before the completion of the transcontinental railroad. These artists helped shape public knowledge of and opinions about the interior West. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs., and noon-5 p.m. Sun. Free to public. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Jan. 6, 2008 Amon Carter Museum has eliminated admission fees to special exhibitions when it reopened this summer, providing free access to all of the museum’s galleries and enabling greater public access to one of the country’s finest museums of American art. Free admission began in August with the special exhibitions “Chimneys and Towers: Charles Demuth’s Late Paintings of Lancaster,” to be exhibited through Oct. 14; and “Accommodating Nature: The Photographs of Frank Gohlke,” on view through Jan. 6, 2008. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs., and noon-5 p.m. Sun. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933 or www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Jan. 13, 2008 Amon Carter Museum presents “Masterworks of American Photography.” The Carter Museum holds one of the country’s largest and most important collections of photographs. This exhibition features works from the earliest years of the medium up to the present day. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs., and noon-5 p.m. Sun. Free admission. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Spring 2008 During the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History’s renovation, it has opened exhibits from ExploraZone to KIDSPACE, as well as other exhibits next door in the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame. One of those exhibits is called “Seeing.” Displays include “Change Blindness,” in which a seemingly static street scene transforms before the observer’s eyes. In “Disagreeing about Color,” the point is made that not everybody sees color the same way. “Hoop Nightmares” illustrates how special glasses can make an easy task challenging by shifting the visual field while “Spinning Eraser” makes colored shapes and three-dimensional objects seem to disappear. The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History’s renovated building will reopen in the fall of 2009: the Omni Theatre will reopen in the Spring of 2008. The National Cowgirl Museum is at 1720 Gendy St., 817-255-9300.

Through July 27, 2008 Amon Carter Museum presents “100 Years of Autochrome.” See a selection of photographs and other materials from the Carter's collection that together celebrate the 100th anniversary of the autochrome, the first commercially viable color photographic process. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs., and noon-5 p.m. Sun. Free admission. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

4 Kimbell Art Museum Anniversary Celebration. Come celebrate as the Kimbell celebrates 35 years since its official opening. As part of this special anniversary, docent-guided tours will be available every hour on the hour between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. In addition, the Buffet Restaurant will provide beverages and light snacks between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.

4 Billy Bob’s Texas-Cross Canadian Ragweed CD Release Party at 9 p.m. for their brand new CD, “Mission California.” Tickets are $15 and admission includes a copy of the CD and the show! 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

5 Billy Bob’s Texas-Ely Young Band. Tickets $15 & $20. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

5-7 Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents Cliburn Gold Medalist Alexander Kobrin at Bass Performance Hall. Kobrin makes his FWSO debut in a performance of Chopin’s First Piano Concerto. One of Elgar’s most popular works, the Enigma Variations is a series of musical pieces, each one written as an affectionate portrayal of a variety of close friends. Tickets $15-$76. 7:30 p.m. Fri., 8 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-665-6500, www.fwsymphony.org.

5,6,12,13,19,20 Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District Cowtown Coliseum hosts the Stockyards Championship Rodeo. 8 p.m. Reserved box seats & VIP $15, Gen. Ad. $11, seniors 60+, $9.50 & children 3-12, $8. Free Kid Fridays for 12 and under on the 5th, 12th & 19th. 121 E. Exchange Ave., 817-625-1025, www.StockyardsRodeo.com.

5-28 Hip Pocket Theatre presents Aurora Ephemerala. Set in 1897, early risers of Aurora, Texas, are astonished at the sudden appearance of a large, cigar-shaped object that collides with a windmill, scattering debris and killing the pilot-believed to be not of this earth. Includes a haunting ragtime score by Michael H. Price. Adults $15; seniors, teachers, students and military, $10. Tickets opening night $5. Showtime 8:15 p.m. 1950 Silver Creek Road, 817-246-9775, www.hippocket.org.

5-28 Jubilee Theatre presents Permanent Collection, by Thomas Gibbons, directed by Dr. Harry Parker. Soon after African-American businessman Sterling North becomes the new Director of the Morris Foundation, he discovers that this world-famous art collection includes several significant African sculptures tucked away in storage. His proposal to add them to the public galleries is opposed by the foundation’s long-time education director, who is loyal to the idiosyncratic wishes of the late Dr. Morris. Spurred on by a zealous local journalist, this clash quickly escalates to public accusations of racism and a bitter struggle for control of the collection. Permanent Collection is a searing examination of racial politics that ultimately asks how much space-literally and figuratively-the white world gives to African-Americans. What is the cost of failing to view the world through another’s eyes? Tickets $12-$14 except Fri. & Sat. night $18-$20. Thurs. & Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 & 8 p.m. & Sun. 3 p.m. 506 Main St., 817-338-4411, www.jubileetheatre.org.

6 Cowtown Coliseum 100th Year Anniversary at the Fort Worth Stockyards. 11 a.m. 817-625-9715, www.stockyardsstation.com.

6 Billy Bob’s Texas-Ronnie Milsap. Tickets $12 & $25. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

7 The Modern Art Museum presents Drawing from the Collection for children. Fort Worth artist Chris Powell leads the class through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the collection. Parents are welcome to accompany their children for these informative drawing exercises in the galleries. Limited to first 15 children to arrive. Gallery admission free on the first Sunday of each month. 2-3:30 p.m. 3200 Darnell St., 817-738-9215, www.themodern.org.

7 Duck Day on the Trinity, a family festival featuring a rubber duck race. Thousands of rubber ducks are dropped from the Lancaster St. Bridge into the Trinity River below to race to the finish line. The festival includes events and activities for all ages, food, entertainment, and more! Admission is free. Noon-5 p.m. 2401 University Dr., just north of the Lancaster St. Bridge, 817-737-7272, www.circletgsc.org/duckday.aspx.

7-8 “Phibs at the Modern” Reading Series presents The Mystery of Irma Vep by Charles Ludlam. It’s a love story; it’s a suspense thriller; it’s a hilarious romp for two actors playing multiple roles. Adults $11; Students & Seniors $6. Noon Sun., 7 p.m. Mon. 3200 Darnell St., 817-923-3012, www.amphibianproductions.org.

9 Bass Performance Hall presents “Yamato: The Drummers of Japan.” This is an astounding ensemble comprised of 10 drummers whose music is crafted primarily on Wadaiko drums, which vary in size and sound, along with other traditional Japanese instruments. Tickets $17.75-$47.50. 7:30 p.m. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

10-11 Bass Hall presents “Lyle Lovett and his Large Band.” Lyle Lovett’s live concerts are genuine events, with good-humored give & take and mutual admiration between artist and audience. Be there to welcome him back to the Hall. Tickets $45-$78. 7:30 p.m. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

11-14 Peruvian Paso Horse Registry of North America at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. 817-392-7469, www.pphrna.org.

11-Nov. 17 Circle Theatre presents Snake in the Grass, a British comedy-thriller that twists and turns all the way to the end, by Alan Ayckbourn. Tickets $18-$28. Showtimes Thur. 7:30 p.m., Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 & 8 p.m., In Sundance Sq., 230 W. 4th St., 817-877-3040, www.circletheatre.com.

12 Billy Bob’s Texas-Mark McKinney. Tickets $10-Honky Tonk Stage. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

12-14 Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents “A John Williams Adventure-Star Wars & Beyond” at Bass Performance Hall. The Pops series opens with an action-packed concert, including music from Jaws, E.T., Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, and more. The second half of the show is dedicated entirely to the music from Star Wars, in celebration of its 30th anniversary. Plus, out-of-this-world surprises! Tickets $24-$76. 8 p.m. Fri. & Sat.; 2 p.m. Sun. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-665-6500, www.fwsymphony.org.

13 MPS “Run for Their Lives 5K” on the Trinity Trails, at the corner of Riverfront Dr. & Rogers Rd. Benefits the National MPS (Mucopolysaccharidoses) Society. Registration $25. Registration begins at 7 a.m., www.mpsrun.net.

13 The Chamber Music Society of Fort Worth presents Ilya Itin on piano, at the Modern Art Museum. Adults $22, Seniors $18, students $5. 2 p.m. 3200 Darnell St., 817-877-3003, www.chambermusicsocietyoffortworth.com.

13 Billy Bob’s Texas-Tracy Lawrence. Tickets $12 & $22. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

13-14 Historic Fort Worth, Inc. American Girl Fashion Show at the Masonic Center. Tickets $30, plus $3 handling fee. 1 p.m. 1100 Henderson St., 817-336-2344, www.historicfortworth.org.

14 Fort Worth Central Library presents Libraryfest. Libraryfest is a free, family-oriented festival that showcases the library in a new and exciting way. Authors, storytellers, musicians and other interesting people will be on hand in and around the Central Library to offer discussions, presentations, workshops and entertainment. Three-time Grammy-nominated Trout Fishing in America will be back to entertain children and adults alike. The festival attracts a diverse audience from the North Central Texas area, with an annual attendance that has exceeded 8,000 visitors. Free to public. Noon-7 p.m. 500 W. 3rd St., 817-332-2972, www.fwlibraryfoundation.org.

16 Cliburn at the Kimbell presents “Kavafian-Schub-Shifrin Trio.” Violinist Ani Kavafian, pianist Andre-Michel Schub (1981 Cliburn gold medalist), and clarinetist David Shifrin--each a true virtuoso in his/her own right–together form a trio acclaimed for its seamless rapport and easy intimacy. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $35. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-335-9000, www.cliburn.org.

16-21 Casa Mañana presents “Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy” at Bass Performance Hall. Tickets $25-$67. 7:30 p.m. Wed., Thurs., Fri; 2 p.m. Sat.; 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.casamana.org.

18 Amon G. Carter Stadium-Ft. Worth, TCU Horned Frog football vs. Utah. 7 p.m. Tickets $20-$30. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.gofrogs.com.

18 Fort Worth Classic Guitar Society presents “Xuefei Yang” at The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, as a part of the Allegro Guitar Series 2007-2008. Tickets $25. 7:30 p.m. 3200 Darnell St., 817-498-0363, www.fortworth.guitarsociety.org.

19 Billy Bob’s Texas-Robert Earl Keen. Tickets $12 & $18. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

19-20 Championship Off-Road Racing at Texas Motor Speedway’s Dirt Track. Championship Off-Road Racing brings high-action, four-wheel motorsports, including two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive trucks, onto closed-course, off-road tracks. Event open to the public. 3545 Lone Star Circle, 817-255-6000, www.texasmotorspeedway.com.

20 Kimbell Art Museum presents a family festival, designed to allow participants to reconnect with their favorite masterpieces from the Kimbell’s permanent collection, and experiment with art-making activities inspired by artists from ancient Egypt, France, China, and beyond. Free admission to museum, with a charge for special exhibitions. 1 p.m.-4 p.m. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817332-8451, www.kimbellart.org.

20 University Walk on the campus of Texas Christian University. Fun family walk with options for a 5K or 10K. Includes easy trails on paved city streets and park paths. Both walks are suitable for baby strollers. Registration is from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. at University Baptist Church. Fee is $3 per person. 2720 Wabash Ave., 817-292-3736, www.walktx.org/TarrantCountyWalkers/TCU.pdf.

20 Billy Bob’s Texas-Peter Frampton. Tickets $15 & $32. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

20-21 Fort Worth Alliance Air Show at the Fort Worth Alliance Airport. This year’s show will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, who will demonstrate their graceful aerobatics, the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team, the Red Barron Squadron, and many others. Free admission. Parking $15 per vehicle. Gates open at 9 a.m. both days. www.allianceairshow.com.

22 Bass Performance Hall presents 3 Mo’ Divas. $32.50-$100. 7:30 p.m. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

25-30 The Fort Worth Zoo presents “Boo at the Zoo.” “Boo at the Zoo” is a safe, family-friendly fall event that takes place at the Fort Worth Zoo for six wild nights. Guests take home a bag of treats. Gen. Ad. $10, Ages 2 and under, $4. 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.1989 Colonial Pkwy., 817-759-7555, www.fortworthzoo.org.

26 Billy Bob’s Texas-Chris Young. Tickets $10 & $14. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

26 Rose Marine Theater presents the movie, Motorcycle Diaries. Free admission, along with free drinks and popcorn. 7:30 p.m. 1440 N. Main St. 817-624-8333, www.rosemarinetheater.com.

26-28 Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents “Czech Mix” at Bass Performance Hall. Dvorak’s Husitska Overture is based on Czech songs popular during the Hussite uprising in Bohemia in the early 1400s, while his cheerful Eighth Symphony draws on Bohemian folk melodies. Roberto Diaz, president of the acclaimed Curtis Institute of Music and former principal violist with the Philadelphia Orchestra, performs Bartok’s moving Viola Concerto. $15-$76. 7:30 p.m. Fri, 8 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-665-6500, www.fwsymphony.org.

26-Nov. 3 Appaloosa Horse Club World Championship Show at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., 817-392-7469, www.willrogersmemorialcenter.com.

27 Billy Bob’s Texas-Neal McCoy. Tickets $12 & $20. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

27 Ranch Bash 2007 Concert in Sundance Square. Third annual all-star concert lineup. Chisholm Trail Parking Lot, 817-255-5700, www.sundancesquare.com.

27 Rose Marine Theater presents Puppet Making for Children. Let puppets inspire your imagination! Here’s a chance for kids to explore their creative side in a full day puppet making workshop. Children will make puppets to participate in our celebration of Día de Los Muertos the following weekend. Free admission. Noon-4 p.m. 817-624-8333, www.rosemarinetheater.com.

27 Texas Trail of Fame event on the steps of the Livestock Exchange Building of Fort Worth’s Historical Stockyards. 121 E. Exchange, 817-625-9715, www.stockyardsstation.com.

27 Cowtown Warbird Roundup at the Vintage Flying Museum at Meacham Field. Welcome F4 Phantom Society and the German Luftwaffe. DOD aircraft as well as other Cold War-themed “warbirds” on display, food, and young eagle rides. Fly in or drive in – you are welcome! $5 admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 505 NW 38th St., Hangar 33S, 817-624-1935, www.vintageflyingmuseum.org.

27-28 Fall Festival in the Japanese Garden. Feast your eyes on the spectacular fall color of the Japanese Garden while you and your family enjoy traditional Japanese dance, music, martial arts, demonstrations, papermaking, Bonsai, Ikebana, and tea ceremonies. Adults $4, Children (4-12 yrs.) $2, under 4 free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., 817-871-7686, www.fwbg.org.

31 Stockyards Station hosts “Treat Street,” a Halloween festival in the Fort Worth Stockyards. Safe Halloween fun and trick-or-treating for kids and family. 5 p.m. 121 E. Exchange Ave., 817-625-9715, www.stockyardsstation.com.

31 Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra presents a Halloween Family Concert at the Cliburn Recital Hall. Includes a musical experience that encourages children to get into the Halloween spirit by using their imaginations and pretending to become different characters. Children are encouraged to wear costumes and each child will receive a goody bag filled with Halloween treats after the performance. Adults $10; children $5. 330 E. 4th St., one block east of Bass Performance Hall, 817-665-8000, www.fwsymphony.org.

Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve at Billy Bob’s Texas starring Kevin Fowler. Tickets $15 & $26. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

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