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This fast paced original musical explores taking care of our planet and the leaders who have pioneered systems to help take care of our forever home, Earth. $15-$50.

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The regular monthly star party in association with Fort Worth Astronomical Society will happen this Saturday. Stargazers, skywatchers, astronomers, kids, grownups, singles, couples, groups, all ages welcome. No dogs, please. Free.

Bring your telescope and check out the beautiful night sky of the western cross timbers. FYI-For telescopes requiring power, you will need to bring a battery pack as there is no electricity available and generators will not be allowed.

Visitors will take a guided night hike through the Great Trinity Forest and explore how our senses change with the setting of the sun. We will learn how nocturnal animals have adapted to the night life. Guests will search and call for the owl species that call Dallas home. The night will end roasting s’mores over the fire!

Outdoor light display on the half-mile nature trail. Photos with Father Christmas and Mother Nature. Hot beverages and treats. Family-friendly entertainment. Live holiday music in the Heard outdoor amphitheater. Tickets at the door are only $9 for adults & seniors and $5 for kids 3-12 (children 2 and under are free). Prepurchase tickets online and save $2 per ticket!

Families will enjoy an evening full of fun activities including a presentation of a family-friendly movie on the Heard's outdoor amphitheater stage. Kids ages 12 and under will also have the opportunity to participate in a costume contest.

The Heard recommends that guests bring insect repellant, flashlights, water-resistant blankets and/or stadium seats for use during the movie. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests may also bring their own picnic dinner and non-alcoholic beverages.

Bird watchers of all skill levels are invited to join an expert to explore birding locations at LLELA. Ages 10 and up. There is no additional fee for this hike, just LLELA’s regular gate fee ($5/vehicle, cash or check only).

Guided stroll through the woods and across the prairie. Howling coyotes, hooting owls and other nocturnal sounds will provide an out-of-the-ordinary hiking experience. Ages 5 and up. $10. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED by Friday, October 5, 11 a.m. online at bit.ly/CoLRegistration (search activity code 800000) or by calling 972-219-3550.

Stop by Twelve Hills and learn what you can do about crime prevention in your neighborhood, meet neighbors, visit with a screech owl and great horned owl, enjoy nature displays and refreshments. Finish with an evening stroll through Twelve Hills. Bring the kids to this free, family-friendly event. 

If it's raining, please join us directly across Mary Cliff Road on the Hernandez's big front porch.