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Eden's Organic Garden Center: Third Annual Chili Cook-Off - Balch Springs

For chefs and non-chefs alike. No entry fee. You may enter more than one recipe. RSVP so we know how many entrants to expect (for time) and we'll see you the 29th!  

What a better use for leftover turkey? Well, maybe. 

Beans - no beans - we're not judging, well, yes we are. 

Vegetarian, vegan, traditional or out of this world – it's the taste we're looking for! (please have your list of ingredients on hand for potential food allergy purposes)

5th Saturdays are potluck parties at the farm along with our regular, and often expanded, farmer's market. 

Bring the kids, a fork and/or spoon and join us down on the farm for Market Day, a farm tour via hayride (weather permitting) and chili!

Greater Fort Worth Sierra Club: 'The Essential Bat' - Fort Worth

Kate Rugroden, director of special projects for Bat World Sanctuary, will give a presentation based on her book, The Essential Bat. She will introduce these extraordinary creatures and the many ways they affect human life. Special attention is given to White Nose Syndrome, a fungal disease that is devastating bat populations throughout the U.S. Kate will bring bats to show as part of the program. Bat World Sanctuary is located in Cool, Texas near Mineral Wells for the rehabilitation of bats and has worldwide prominence. A suggested donation of $3 will help us defray program costs.

Camp FIre First Texas: Breakfast with Santa - Granbury

Santa Claus is making a special stop in Granbury.  Make El Tesoro your family’s special stop, too!

 

·         Free digital photos with Santa

·         Free holiday crafts

·         Hot breakfast available for $8

·         Hayrides

·         Archery games

·         Visit one-on-one with Santa!

·         Children of all ages welcome

Camp Fire Camp El Tesoro is located on the Brazos River in Granbury. RSVP online at CampFireFW.org or call 817-806-5451

Native Prairies Association of Texas Fort Worth Chapter - Bear Creek Ranch Hike - Fort Worth

Join the Fort Worth Chapter of Native Prairies Association for a hike at Bear Creek Ranch in Parker County. The 2,100-acre-ranch supports Fort Worth Prairie limestone glades, deep soiled tallgrass prairie and streamside forest. The ranch is managed by Dixon Water Foundation, which won the 2014 Lone Star Land Steward title for their management of the property.  

Directions from I-20 in Fort Worth: Exit I-20 at US Hwy 377 and go South. Continue on 377 for 13.6 miles to Kelly Rd. Turn right (West) on Kelly Rd. Continue on Kelly for .9 miles until you get to Bear Creek Rd, where you will turn left. Continue on Bear Creek Rd for 2.5 miles. At some point this becomes a gravel road. Keep going until you see an entrance on the left. (see satellite photo posted on this event page) Turn left and follow the signs to the pavillion. (This is a dirt road so don't wash your car before the hike) 

Bring plenty of water, appropriate shoes and wear long pants to walk the prairie. 

River Legacy: Adventures with Bats - Arlington

These occasional classes provide a special hands-on learning opportunity designed especially for preschoolers and an adult partner to introduce them to the naturally fun learning at River Legacy. Children ages 2.5 to 5 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 per child/adult pair per class with $5 for 1 additional child (maximum 2 children per adult). Space is limited. RSVP: 817-860-6752. Payment is due at time of registration. 

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