Family Friendly

BRIT is open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for public tours (beginning at 10:30 a.m.), exhibits, and self-guided tours of its LEED Platinum building. In addition, each First Saturday features a unique selection of programs and entertainment focused around a particular theme. Free.

Nov. 2 - Stewardship Day

Learn first-hand how to “walk the walk” of the BRIT mission statement: conserving our natural heritage by deepening our knowledge of the plant world and understanding the value that plants bring to life.

Full schedule:

Learn about geocaching, a scavenger/treasure hunt using GPS units. No equipment or experience needed. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Free with cost of park admission: $7/ages 12 & up. Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill. Registration required, Michelle: 972-291-5940 or Michelle.Varnell@tpwd.state.tx.us.

More than 250 species have been reported at this 2,100-plus acre wetland. December visitors can expect to see a wide variety of birds, including numerous duck species, Ibis and White Pelicans. Sightings of Greater White Fronted Geese, Snow Geese, Bald Eagles, Barn Owls and Crested Caracaras are also possible.

$10/includes admission. Binoculars and field guides are available for use. Info: 972-474-9100 or contact@wetlandcenter.com

More than 250 species have been reported at this 2,100-plus acre wetland. 

$10/includes admission. Binoculars and field guides are available for use. Info: 972-474-9100 or contact@wetlandcenter.com

Children, parents and grandparents are invited. Children must be five years or older and must be accompanied by a parent or grandparent. $8 per family (up to four family members). Pre-registration required. Info: Billie Hammack, blhammack@ag.tamu.edu or 817-884-1296.

Hike the 72-acre Meadow Preserve at the monthly open house. Free. Enter at gate on east side of Alma, south of Bethany. Info@ConnemaraConservancy.org.

Texas State Parks hosts this Dutch oven cooking demonstration. Learn recipes, how to build the best cooking fire, how to care for cast iron ovens and the history of campfire cooking. Free.

Learn how to prepare a healthy cost-effective meal and get tips on selecting healthy foods to make your dollar go farther. Featuring guest speaker Jennifer Erick, director of Nutritional Services at Doctors Hospital at White Rock Lake. Healthy snacks and childcare provided. Free. Register: 1-800-887-2525. SRenfro@YMCADallas.org.

The city of Dallas is encouraging Dallas neighborhood groups to join in a citywide fall cleanup effort. The city will coordinate with participating groups to provide out-of-schedule trash collection for neighborhoods that choose to join in this special event. Register online or contact Strategic Customer Services at scs@dallascityhall.com or 214-670-5551 with questions.

Spooky Bike Ride cyclists will meet up at 6 p.m. at T&P Tavern located at 221 W. Lancaster Ave. From there, we will ride to Pioneer's Rest, one of the city's oldest cemeteries, for a surprise visit from some of Cowtown's most memorable figures. 

After the cemetery tour, head back to the T&P Tavern with a parade run around Downtown Fort Worth. T&P Tavern will be ready to serve up great food and drinks, and there will be a Halloween party with a costume contest and more. Prizes for the Best Adult Costume and Best Kid Costume. The Spooky Bike Ride and costume contest are family-friendly.