KEY Magazine Fort Worth

NOVEMBER 2006

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 Fridays through Sundays departing Grapevine at 1 p.m. and arriving in the Stockyards about 2:30 p.m. The return run boards at 4:15 p.m. to arrive back in Grapevine around 5:45 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 p.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Christmas Day. Tickets for the Grapevine to Fort Worth Run are Gen. Adm. $20, seniors 55+, $18, and children $10. Tickets for the Trinity River run are Gen. Adm. $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 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 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 recently rated it the #1 attraction in the DFW area and #19 among the "50 Overall Top-Rated Attractions in the United States." Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day noon-4 p.m. Gen. Ad. $10.50, seniors 65+, $7 children 3-12, $8, toddlers 2 & under, free. Ticket price includes entry into Texas Wild!. Parking $5. Half-price tickets on Wednesdays. 1989 Colonial Pkwy., 817-871-7050, www.fortworthzoo.org.

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. Hrs. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Open daily except major holidays. Gen. Ad. $16.95, seniors $12.95, children 3-11, $10.95, & children under 2, free. On Sat. and Sun. add $2 per ticket. Half price on Wed. 3 miles south of Glen Rose, off Hwy. 67, 254-897-2960, www.fossilrim.org.

Ongoing The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame houses over 2,000 artif acts 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 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.-5 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 1-5 p.m. Gen. Ad. $2.50, seniors & youths 4-17, $2, children under 4, free. 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln., 817-926-5881, www.logcabinvillage.org.

Ongoing Arlington, TX-The Legends of the Game Baseball Museum, at Ameriquest Field 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 Black Dog Tavern presents "The Jazz Monsters," a 20-piece professional jazz band consisting of esteemed musicians who have taught and performed throughout the Metroplex for years. 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 Sunday of each month from 5-7:30 p.m. Admission is free but donations are accepted. Downtown Fort Worth, 2933 Crockett St., 817-332-8190.

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 Nov. Rose Marine Theater’s Gallery (Galería de la Rosa) is presenting an exhibition of photographs by Pulitzer Prize Nominee, Alyssa Banta. The photographic exhibition is titled “La Ciudad de Fort Worth.” The images explore Fort Worth’s Latin Community. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Weekend hours vary, please call 817-624-8333 for weekend times. 1440 N. Main St.

Nov. Granbury Live’s talented performers get a head-start on Christmas celebrations by presenting their “Big Fun Christmas” beginning November 17th. Performances are Fridays, Saturdays and two Sundays in November. On the Granbury Sq. For more info, call 1-800-989-8240 or go to www.granburylive.com.

Nov.-Dec. 16 Arlington, TX-Arlington Museum of Art presents “Texas Paint Part II: Out of Abstraction,” the second in a series examining trends in contemporary Texas painting. Curated by Anne Allen. From I-30 or I-20, take the Cooper St. exit to the downtown area. 201 W. Main St., 817-275-4600.

Nov.-May 2007 Fort Worth Museum of Science & History features “Notion of Motion” a new exhibition with interactive components that gets to the heart of motion and its centrality. A Gravity Well lets visitors roll marbles steel balls or even coins around the Well and watch them move like orbiting planets just as Johannes Kepler predicted. Other hands-on experiments include Falling Magnets, Pendulum Snake, Coupled Pendulum, Rope Squirter, Aether Zoetrope and Talking Circles. Spinning, swinging, dancing objects all produce things you don’t expect to see and in Talking Circles participants perceive a motion that isn’t even there. General admission $8, Seniors 60+ and children 3-12, $7. For times call 817-255-9300 or to www.fortworthmuseum.org. 1501 Montgomery St.

Through Nov. 4 Enjoy some Texas fun at the Appaloosa Horse Club World Championship Show at Will Rogers Memorial Center. See ad on page 23. 3401 West Lancaster Ave., 817-392-7469, www.appaloosa.com.

Through Nov. 12 The Amon Carter Museum’s new exhibition “Bound For Glory: America in Color” is made up of seventy little-known color photographs taken by photographers of the Farm Security Administration/Office of War Information during the Kodachrome era between 1939 and 1943. These images reveal a surprisingly vibrant world that has typically been viewed only through black-and-white images. The photographs, many by famed photographers such as Jack Delano, Russell Lee, John Vachon and Marion Post Wolcott, capture the effects of the Depression on America’s rural and small town populations, the nation’s subsequent economic recovery and industrial growth, and the country’s great mobilization for World War II. Free with a small admission fee for special exhibitions. Hrs. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.) Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Nov. 12 Casa Mañana’s Children’s Playhouse invites you on the musical adventure of Huckleberry Finn. Step back in time to the early 1800s for a ride on the mighty Mississippi River. In this classic tale, history comes alive when Huck Finn and his good friend Tom Sawyer, paddle themselves downriver in search of adventure! Tickets $13-$15. Showtimes: Fri. 7 p.m., Sat. 10:30 a.m. & 2 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., 817-332-2272, www.casamanana.org.

Through Nov. 18 The Moslah Shrine Circus is family entertainment at a three-ring circus. Come see the daring flying trapeze, the lion and tiger act, elephants, seven-man highwire act, Cossick horse riding act, the exciting aerilists and more at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., 817-392-SHOW (7469), www.fortworthgov.org.

Through Dec. 3 The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History’s photography/ audio exhibit portraying real people with mental illnesses, Fine Line: Mental Health/Mental Illness, fights the stigma of mental illness by presenting guests with human stories from individuals affected by mental illness. Life-size black and white photos, all taken with a large camera to ensure exquisite detail and depth, are accompanied by the subjects’ voices telling their own stories. Free. Hrs: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (stays open until 8 p.m. Nov. 13-19), Sun. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1501 Montgomery St., 817-255-9300, www.fwmuseum.org.

Through Dec. 3 The Amon Carter Museum presents the exhibition “Eye of the Beholder: Artists of the War With Mexico, 1846-1848,” a selection from the museum’s important collection of works depicting the war. This includes 14 rare daguerreotypes, present new interpretations about the conflict. Free with a small admission fee for special exhibitions. Hrs. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.) Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Dec. 31 The Kimbell Art Museum presents the “Hatshepsut: From Queen to Pharaoh” exhibition. This is the first major exhibition to trace the story of Hatshepsut’s rise and fall from power (1479-1458 B.C.), bringing together important sculptures and other works of art from the years of her reign. Hatshepsut was officially acknowledged as the female pharaoh for almost 20 years although conforming to Egyptian ideology of rulership she was often represented in art as a man. For an as yet unknown reason, a few decades after Hatshepsut’s death and official condemnation, the statures making up the temple’s rich collection were systematically removed and hacked to pieces. In the 1920s and 1930s, thousands of fragments were uncovered during excavations carried out by the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Egyptian Expedition. A number of the statures reconstructed from those fragments are included in this exhibition. Other objects in the exhibition came from major collections of Egyptian art from around the world. Tickets $12, $10 & $8. Half price Tuesdays. Optional Acoustiguide Audio Tour, $4. Tues.-Thurs. & Sat. 10 a.m-5 p.m., Fri. noon-8 p.m. & Sun. noon-5 p.m. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-654-1034, www.kimbellart.org.

Through Jan. 7, 2007 The Amon Carter Museum’s new exhibition, “Regarding the Land: Robert Glenn Ketchum and the Legacy of Eliot Porter,” will allow you to experience the breathtaking beauty of landscape photography through the lenses of two of the art form's most important color artists: Eliot Porter (1901-1990) and Robert Glenn Ketchum (b. 1947). Free with a small admission fee for special exhibitions. Hrs. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.) Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-738-1933, www.cartermuseum.org.

Through Jan. 14, 2007 The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History will astonish you with its all-new version of ExploraZone called Traits of Life, featuring a living laboratory of over 30 new components. Have you ever seen a roundworm glow with the inserted luminescence of a jellyfish gene? This demonstration of the universality of DNA may be one of the most remarkable scientific achievements of the late 20th century. See this and more! Gen. Ad. $8, children and seniors $7. Hrs: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (stays open until 8 p.m. Nov. 13-19), Sun. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 1501 Montgomery St., 817-255-9300, www.fwmuseum.org.

Through Jan. 21, 2007 The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents the exhi bition “Hiroshi Sugimoto: The End of Time.” Hiroshi Sugimoto (born 1948, Japan) is celebrated for his ongoing, multiple series of haunting black-and-white photographs, which explore the themes of time, memory, dreams and natural histories. Deeply influenced by traditional Japanese architecture and painting, Sugimoto creates richly detailed images that are often suffused with expanses of light and space. Featuring approximately 120 photographs from 1976 to the present, this exhibition encompasses the entirety of this artist's nearly 30-year career. Gen. Ad. $8, seniors 60+ and students with ID $4, children 12 & under free. Free every Wednesday 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 Feb. 4, 2007 The Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame shows off Robb Kendrick’s photography in its new exhibition “Revealing Character.” In the past few years, Robb Kendrick has traveled to 76 countries and all seven continents taking photos. His wet plate photo projects include historic ranches in the U.S. and traditional tequila harvesting and distillation in Mexico. Gen. Ad. $8, seniors 60+ & children 3-12, $7, children 2 & under, free with paid adult admission. Hrs: 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., Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day. 1720 Gendy St., 817-336-4475, www.cowgirl.net.

2 TCU Horned Frogs basketball vs. the Lithuania National Team. 7 p.m. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.tcu.edu.

2-5 Come see “Bugs Bunny on Broadway” at the Bass, featuring a cavalcade of Warner Bros. classic Looney Tunes starring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Porky Pig and Wile E. Coyote projected on the big screen and accompanied by their “hare-raising” original scores performed live by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Great fun for the whole family. Tickets $24-$56. Showtimes: Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

3 Kimbell Art Museum’s Friday Evening Lecture series presents Dr. Peter F. Dorman, chairman, Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, and professor in Egyptology, The Oriental Institute, University of Chicago. His topic is “The Favorite Courtier: Senenmut and the Curious Kingship of Hatshepsut.” In conjunction with the Kimbell exhibition “Hatshepsut: From Queen to Pharaoh,” through Dec. 31. Lecture begins at 6 p.m. in the Museum auditorium. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-332-8451.

3 The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth’s First Fridays features Café Modern with live music and cocktails from 5-8 p.m., and the opportunity to dine in Café Modern at night. A twenty minute docent-led tour of the museum takes place at 6:30 p.m. For this First Friday, Greg Jackson and Michael H. Price perform. The featured cocktail is Autumn Haze. Jackson and Price create jazz, blues, ballads, bluegrass and everything in between. For dinner reservations, call 817-840-2157. 3200 Darnell St., 817-738-9215.

3 Billy Bob’s Texas-Trent Tomlinson-Benefitting St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital. Tickets $9 & $12. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

3-5 See NASCAR Racing at its best at Texas Motor Speedway’s race week. 3545 Lone Star Circle, 817-215-8500, www.texasmotorspeedway.com.

3-19 The Rose Marine Theater presents Boxcar by Silvia Gonzales S. Showtimes: Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. 1440 N. Main St., 817-624-8333.

3,4,10,11,17,18,24,25 Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District Cowtown Coliseum hosts the Stockyards Championship Rodeo. 8 p.m. Reserved box seats $15, VIP $15, Gen. Ad. $11, seniors 60+, $9.50 & children 3-12, $8. Free Kid Fridays for 12 and under on the 3rd, 10th & 17th only. 121 E. Exchange Ave., 817-625-1025, www.StockyardsRodeo.com.

3-30 The Fort Worth Community Arts Center presents the exhibition “Nomadic Camera,” displaying the works of photographer Lekha Singh. Hrs: Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Sundays. 1300 Gendy St., 817-738-1938, www.fwcac.com.

3-Dec. 2 Circle Theatre presents the play Bus Stop, by William Inge. During a howling snowstorm, a busload of weary travelers must hole up at a roadside diner until morning. A nightclub singer, named Cherie, has been “kidnapped” by a young cowboy who is ready to sling her over his shoulder and carry her, kicking and screaming, down the aisle to get married. For those who may have seen only the 1956 movie starring Marilyn Monroe, the stage version will come as a pleasant surprise. Inge’s charming comedy is based firmly on compassion and appreciation for average humanity. Tickets $18-$28. Showtimes: Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 & 8 p.m. 230 W. Fourth St. in Sundance Square, 817-877-3040, www.circletheatre.com.

4 Billy Bob’s Texas-Tracy Lawrence. Tickets $10 & $18. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

4 & 5 See the largest ceramics show in Texas at the Fort Worth Ceramics Art Guild Show at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. Gen. Ad. $5, seniors $4, children under 12, free. 3401 W. Lancaster, 817-392-SHOW (7469), www.fwceramics.com.

4 & 5 Enjoy the American Cheer Power Thanksgiving Championships at the Fort Worth Convention Center. 1201 Houston St., 817-392-MEET (6338), www.cheerpower.com.

7 The Modern Art Museum’s series Tuesday Evenings at the Modern features Laura Steward Heon, director and curator of SITE Santa Fe, who will present “Still Points of a Turning World: SITE Santa Fe’s Sixth International Biennial.” The free lecture begins at 7 p.m. Tickets may be picked up at the admissions desk beginning at 5 p.m. the day of the program. Museum Galleries and Café Modern remain open until 7 p.m. during the series. 3200 Darnell St., 817-738-9215.

9-11 Bass Performance Hall hosts An Evening with Lyle Lovett and his Large Band. Lovett is an international star, a respected musician, songwriter and actor whose songs include “Come Inside This House,” “Don’t Touch My Hat” and “This Old Porch.” His live concerts are genuine events, with good-humored give & take and mutual admiration between artist and audience. Tickets $45-$78. 7:30 p.m. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

10 & 11 Join the Texas Longhorn Breeders Horn Extravaganza at Will Rogers Memorial Center. 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., 817-392-SHOW (7469), www.fwculture.org.

10-Dec. 3 The cast of Stage West performs the comedy As Bees in Honey Drown, by Douglas Carter Beane. Tickets $20-$24. Showtimes: Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 & 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. 1300 Gendy St., 817-784-9378, www.stagewest.org.

11 TCU Horned Frogs basketball vs. Centenary. 7 p.m. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.tcu.edu.

11 Billy Bob’s Texas-Herman's Hermits. Tickets $10 & $15. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

11 Breeze through the Botanical Garden on the 5K or 10K course or sprint with the kids on the 1K. Clowns, face painting, historical Texas Rangers and lots of other activities for the whole family. Fee: $18/person, $15 before Nov. 4, $20/person on the day of the race. 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., 817-871-7686, www.bgsquirrel.com.

11-12 Enjoy the Fort Worth Holiday Train Show at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., 817-392-SHOW (7469), www.fortworthgov.org.

12 Kimbell Art Museum’s Sunday film series screens The Last Great Pharaoh (DVD, 2001, 55 min.) In conjunction with the Kimbell exhibit “Hatshepsut: From Queen to Pharaoh” through Dec. 31. The film is at 2 p.m. in the Museum auditorium. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., 817-332-8451.

13 Enjoy Kris Kristofferson in concert at Bass Performance Hall. Best known for penning tunes that have helped define country music (“Me and Bobby McGee,” “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” “For the Good Times,” “Help Me Make it Through the Night” and many others), the living legend comes to Bass Hall to perform both his celebrated hits and songs from his critically acclaimed new album, This Old Road. Tickets $30-$75. 7:30 p.m. Corner of 4th & Calhoun Sts., 817-212-4280, www.basshall.com.

14 TCU Horned Frogs basketball vs. Stephen F. Austin. 7 p.m. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.tcu.edu.

17 Billy Bob’s Texas-Stoney LaRue. Tickets $9 & $12. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

17-19 Hundreds of 2007-model street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, concept bikes and vintage bikes from more than 17 manufacturers will roll into the Fort Worth Convention Center for the 2007-Model Cycle World International Motorcycle Show® presented by Toyota. Gen. Ad. $13, children 6-11, $5, children 5 & under, free. Fri. 4-9 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 1201 Houston St., 800-331-5706, www.fortworthgov.org.

18 TCU Horned Frogs basketball vs. the University of Texas at Arlington. 7 p.m. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.tcu.edu.

18 Billy Bob’s Texas-Delbert McClinton. Tickets $10 & $18/$20. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

24 TCU Horned Frogs basketball vs. Grambling State. 7 p.m. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.tcu.edu.

24 With over 100 highly illuminated entries, 500,000 lights and the brilliant Fort Worth Christmas Tree in Sundance Square, the Fort Worth Parade of Lights will kick off the Holiday Season in style. 6 p.m. Downtown Fort Worth, 817-336-2787 ext. 24, www.paradeoflights.org.

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

24-Dec. 24 Casa Mañana’s Children’s Playhouse presents the world premiere of the new musical adventure, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, that will fill your family with the Christmas spirit as Santa Claus and his elves prepare for the most important night of the year. Tickets $15-$17. Visit website for showtimes. 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., 817-332-2272, www.casamanana.org.

24-Dec. 31 Arlington, TX-Six Flags Over Texas celebrates the holiday season complete with jingle bells, a snow hill, carolers, hot chocolate for all and plenty of wintertime fun. Holiday in the Park™ is the perfect way for every family to enjoy and experience the magic of this wondrous season. Gen. Ad. $45, online rate $39.99, children 48" & under $35, children 2 & under free. I-30 at Hwy. 360.

25 Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District-Cowtown Coliseum hosts Pawnee Bill’s Wild West Show. Family friendly entertainment. 2:30 & 4:30 p.m. Box seats $10.50, Gen. Ad. $8, Seniors 60+, $6.50 & children 3-12, $4.50. 121 E. Exchange Ave., 817-625-1025, www.StockyardsRodeo.com.

25 Billy Bob’s Texas-Joe Nichols. Tickets $10 & $20/$22. 10:30 p.m. 2520 Rodeo Plaza, 817-624-7117, www.billybobstexas.com.

25-Dec. 24 Come see Santa in Sundance Square on weekends through December 24. 817-255-5700, www.sundancesquare.com.

26-Dec. 17 Come see the National Cutting Horse Association Futurity at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. Gen. Ad. $6. 3401 Lancaster Ave., 817-392-SHOW (7469), www.nchacutting.com.

29 TCU Horned Frogs basketball vs. Texas Tech. 7 p.m. 2900 Stadium Dr., 817-257-FROG, www.tcu.edu.

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