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Dallas Ethnic Restaurants Meetup: Christmas Day Chinese Feast - Dalllas

Join the Dallas Ethnic Restaurants meetup group for a Christmas Day meal out.

Fort Worth Nature Center: Winter Treats - Fort Worth

Make some winter treats for your backyard birds on Christmas Eve.

Fort Worth Nature Center: Bison Feeding Hayride - Fort Worth

Enjoy an old-fashioned hayride to the bison range. See the bison up close as you assist staff in feeding them range cubes. Learn about the Nature Center’s bison management practices. Preregistration required. $16. Under 3 years old free, but child must sit on adult’s lap.

Fort Worth Nature Center: Bison Feeding Hayride - Fort Worth

Connemara Conservancy: Meadow Open House - Allen

Hike the 72-acre Meadow Preserve at the monthly open house. Free. Info: Info@ConnemaraConservancy.org.

Heard Museum - Holiday Trail of Lights - McKinney

Dec. 20-21. Stroll through a half-mile light display designed to enhance, not overpower, the beautiful and pristine nature sanctuary. Live music and entertainment will complement the holiday atmosphere. Have a professional photo taken with Father Christmas and Mother Nature. Hot beverages and treats will be available to purchase. $4-$9. Ages 2 and under free.

City of Coppell - Deck the Trails 3M & Fun Run - Coppell

This three-mile off road challenge will take you through the new trails of the Coppell Nature Park. $15-$45.

Fort Worth Nature Center: Early Birds - Fort Worth

Take a leisurely hike around to see birds beginning their day. Bring binoculars and cameras to enhance your experience. $2-$5. Preregistration required.

Connemara Conservancy: Astronomy on the Meadow Night Walk - Allen

Guided 1.5-mile night walk. Bring flashlight and binoculars or spotting scope. Meet at the Suncreek Park circular parking lot at 9pm sharp. Hike is not appropriate for young children. Free. Register: ConnemaraConservancy.org.