Around Cowtown: Family-Friendly Events for November 2016

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And suddenly, it’s November. The Halloween decorations come down, but the hay bales, scarecrows, and strands of orange and yellow leaves remain as we move toward Thanksgiving. (Let’s be honest: Who’s counting down the days until rolls and apple pie?!) If your kids are in school, you can’t wait to have them home for break. If they’re still at home, you’re looking forward to making more (perhaps first?) sweet holiday memories with them. 

We at the Fort Worth Moms Blog want to ensure you’ve got plenty of fun to choose from this November. Check out what the fine DFW area has to offer. 

Around Cowtown Family Friendly Events NovemberDrumroll, please . . . . Mamas, we are in the final countdown leading up to the COSTCO MOM HOUR EVENT on November 4, 2016!!! Are you ecstatic or are you ecstatic?! Get ready for the store to be open a whole hour early just for YOU, some swag (for the first 100 moms), some breakfast (YUM), giveaways, a scavenger hunt, and all sorts of samples (actual reason for going to Costco). You know what the best part is? It’s F-R-E-E! If you haven’t already registered, make your way over to our website. If you have already registered, still make your way over to our event page and chat about how excited you are for this big day!

November 5 – 6

Japanese Garden Fall Festival — varying times at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens // You’re in for a treat with traditional Japanese dance, sword demonstrations, music, tea ceremonies, and much more! Admission for adults is $8. Admission for children ages four – 12 is $4. Children ages three and under are free.

7th Annual Funky Finds Holiday Shopping Experience — varying times at the Will Rogers Memorial Center // Keep it local! Shop handmade and support your local economy at the Funky Finds Holiday Shopping Experience! This FREE indoor event is family AND pet-friendly and features more than 100 artists, crafters, designers, authors, and gourmet food-makers selling their uniquely hand-crafted items. On-site pet adoptions, Toys for Tots drive, charitable raffle, paint classes, and photos with Santa Claus are just a small part of the funky fun!

November 22 – 23

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer — varying times at the Bass Performance Hall // Take the family to see this Christmas classic performed on the stage!

Wednesday, November 2

Animal Exploration — 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. at the River Legacy Living Science Center // Discover the habits and adaptations of one of our native animals during a live animal observation with a River Legacy naturalist.

Thursday, November 3

Nature Adventurers — 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at the River Legacy Living Science Center // This series of classes provides a special hands-on learning opportunity designed especially for preschoolers and their adult partners to introduce them to the naturally fun learning at River Legacy. Children ages two years and six months to five years old with a parent/caregiver will participate in a hands-on lesson, classroom activities, story and song time, and go on a guided nature walk. Cost is $15.

Friday, November 4

Sound Off for Scholarships — 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Arborlawn United Methodist Church // Join First Command Educational Foundation (FCEF) for Sound Off for Scholarships, a benefit concert and silent auction to raise scholarship funds for veterans and their families in the Fort Worth area. Ticket prices vary.

Saturday, November 5

Run the River for Rehema Home — 8:30 – 11:00 a.m. at Heart of the Ranch // Run the River is an organized family and dog-friendly 5k run/walk that benefits the children of Rehema Home, an organization that cares for orphaned children, a quarter of whom are HIV positive. A post race party will follow the run with face painting, pops, and live music. Spectators are welcome at no cost. Cost for participants is $30. Use coupon code: TheTrailhead for $5 off registration.

Wednesday, November 9

Nature Walk — 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. at the River Legacy Living Science Center // Explore the nature trails surrounding the Science Center on a family-friendly guided Nature Walk. Free.

Saturday, November 12

Brenda West Cockerell Book Signing — 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at The Toy Maven // Dallas-based author Brenda West Cockerell will sign copies of her book In Grandma’s Garden, a story inspired by childhood memories of blissful days spent among the flowers in a grandmother’s garden. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the sale of In Grandma’s Garden will benefit breast cancer research, support initiatives for women and children, and educational scholarships through The Beacon Family Foundation, in hopes of providing resources and support to those with family members fighting breast cancer.

Camp Fire: An Artists’ Christmas Art Auction and Gala — 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. at the Fort Worth Zoo // Art auction, animal showcase, cocktails, gourmet dinner, luxury packages, live music by Aurora Bleu, and so much more!

Thursday, November 17

Artini Hour — 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the River Legacy Living Science Center // Turn newspapers into beautiful beads. Instruction, supplies, and a tasty adult beverage will be provided. This month’s featured drink is a Spiked Cider. Wine and light appetizers will also be served. Cost is $15 per person. Ages 21 and up only. Driver’s license required.

Family Drop In: Garden Glow — Glow-in-the-dark activities are in store for you! Make sure to bring a flashlight. Cost is free.

Saturday, November 19

Crafting from the Collection — 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art // Get some tips for dessert decorating at this hands-on activity for adults. Enjoy a tour of the museum’s collection as well. 

Sunday, November 20

XTO Energy Parade of Lights — begins at 6:00 p.m. at the intersection of Belknap and Throckmorton // The 34th annual show will have floats, balloons, performers, and much more that the family will love! 

Thursday, November 24

Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot — 8:00 – 10:30 a.m. on Camp Bowie Boulevard // Celebrating its 35th year, the Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot features a 10K run, a 5K run/walk, and the 1K Gobbler Trot for kids and families. Proceeds from the 35th annual event benefit the scholarship/youth program of the YMCA. Cost is $20.

Tuesday, November 29

Little Sprouts: Teddy Bear Picnic — Let your littles enjoy a picnic of juice and cookies with their teddy bears. It will be followed by some fun gardening activities. Best suited for children 18 – 36 months of age. Cost is free.

Be sure to check out the FWMB’s Calendar of Events for even more family-friendly fun, date night ideas, and kid-themed activities. You can submit events HERE. The Fort Worth Moms Blog also hosts local Neighbor Group Facebook pages for moms in various regions of Tarrant County as well as topical groups, such as adoptive moms, single moms, food allergy moms, etc. For a complete listing of Neighbor Groups, which offer monthly play date meet ups, visit HERE.

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