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The holidays are here and as the spirit of the season is among us, we often try to replicate what made the season feel so magical to us in our youth. The traditions we set for our own families often mirror some of what we experienced as a child whether it is the smells, the sounds, the lights, the holiday activities, or a combination of it all. This month, we wanted to highlight the magic of the season and what our area has to offer for entertainment, and ways to give back. While this season can be beautiful for some, it can be painful and lonely for others, especially those who have recently lost a loved one. In the true spirit of the season, let’s take care of those in our community that need assistance or who are alone. My hope for you this season is that you feel love and peace and that we all remember to take care of each other extending grace, empathy, and love.

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SALT DOUGH, OR DOUGH ART AS WE REFER TO IT IN OUR FAMILY, IS A SIMPLE YET BEAUTIFUL WAY TO ADORN SPACES AROUND THE HOLIDAYS. Making salt dough ornaments is a holiday tradition that we have been doing since I was a kid in the ‘80s, but the process has been around even longer than that! The use of salt dough is as old as dirt, or I guess I should say as old as clay. Even so, salt dough has made a comeback in recent years and for

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NEW YORK CHEESECAKE This inexpensive cheesecake was purchased at Trader Joes but definitely needed a little something to make it look festive. Candied pecans (we made ours from scratch but they can be purchased), fresh berries and mint sprigs added color, dimension and interest.

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APPLE TART This apple tart was already really pretty right out of the box, however adding a few toppers made it look like it was made from scratch. Sliced pears, fresh herbs, berries and drizzled caramel added color add a homemade touch to this delicious treat.

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The Holidays are a time for cheer, family fun, and celebration. For many, the season is also a time for reflection on their good fortune and, consequentially finding ways to give back to the community and those in need. Fort Worth harbors many charities that operate year-round but make special use of the giving spirit of the community during the holidays to support the needy and ensure the whole of Tarrant county enjoys a magical time. Below are four local non-profits that make gift-giving easy to maneuver and charity work fun!

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CCFW provides services to the working poor, refugees, immigrants, and other marginalized people, taking special care to treat every beneficiary with the dignity the charity believes people inherently deserve. With a vast outreach, volunteers serve tens of thousands of people in 28 county dioceses each year. In December, the organization holds several events to increase awareness including ‘Know Poverty,’ a behind-the-scenes, hour-long meeting detailing the mission and opportunities provided by the charity. For a full calendar of charitable opportunities or to donate, visit catholiccharitiesfortworth.org.

For holiday-themed, gift-giving fun, check out Margarita Ball, sponsored by Children’s Charities of Fort Worth, this holiday season on December 3. All ticket sales and donations supply holiday toys and gifts to children in need. Proceeds also furnish children with school uniforms and provide aid for the CCFW year-round programs. For tickets to this year’s ball, visit childrenscharitiesfw.com.

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This charity dedicates itself to animal rights advocacy and health, providing for abandoned and abused animals with nowhere else to turn. Last year, Humane Society advocates saved 2,467 animals through adoption, completed or funded 2,433 Spay & Neuter surgeries, rescued 167 animals from cruelty, and treated 74 dogs for heartworms. The community can support the Humane Society of North Texas by donating to hsnt.org.

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Giving Campaign Now in its third year, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign will give away $300,000 this holiday season to help individual community members who would benefit from a helping hand during their time of need. But they need YOUR HELP to make it happen! Maybe you know of a single parent struggling to provide, an elderly person who has experienced loss, a child enduring a health issue, a co-worker suffering a sudden, unexpected tragedy or a neighbor with a financial hardship who has fallen between the cracks of getting assistance. Chances are you know someone with a specific need—even if nobody else does. To preserve and protect the dignity of every recipient, the City Lifestyle Giving Campaign is completely confidential. No identities will be revealed or publicized in ANY way. (Even those who nominate others may remain anonymous if they choose.) Last year, City Lifestyle was able to give to more than 70 recipients all over the country by sending checks in the mail through New Year’s Eve. (This year, the goal is to double that number with checks ranging in amount up to $3,000 each.) With nominations flooding in from community members and leaders such as judges, police officers, teachers, nurses, social workers, mentors and readers like you, we were able to reach people who might otherwise go unnoticed. “We believe in giving back and serving the communities where we live in a real and tangible way,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “This Giving Campaign is all about personally impacting the lives of people we know with an unexpected check in the mail just to say that someone thought of them this holiday season.” Together with Matthew Perry, Chief Sales Officer, Steven adds that the outpouring and gratitude from the recipients was overwhelming and affirmed that this is a tradition they want to continue. “We believe God has blessed our company with continued success,” Matthew adds, “so we in turn want to be a blessing to others.” City Lifestyle has also enacted an internal giving program whereby every employee in the company receives $100 to give away to someone in the community. “The idea is to encourage our employees to keep doing it on their own,” Steven says. “Taking care of one another and blessing others is so rewarding that it perpetuates a cycle of giving. It’s extremely important to me as a person and as a company to foster that culture of generosity.”

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F O RT WO RT H B OTA NI C GA R DE N | 5 :30 P M The internationally acclaimed Lightscape is coming to Fort Worth for the 2022 holiday season through Jan. 8. The event will feature spectacular artistic installations with hot chocolate and other seasonal drinks available along the one-mile path of the light trail. Tickets are required for admittance, with entry times available every 15 minutes from 5:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly.

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Max & Heather Stalling at the Post THE POST AT RIVER EAST | 8:00 PM Max and Heather Stalling are a singer-songwriter duo based out of Dallas, TX. Max handles rhythm guitar and lead vocals and Heather provides fiddle and harmony vocals. The two artists married in 2007 but have not collaborated until now. First-time listeners can expect a fun and witty show balanced between solid original songs, amazing fiddle playing, and fun banter!

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The Battleground 2K22 DICKIE'S ARE NA | 6:00 PM The Texas A&M Aggie Basketball team takes on the Boise State Broncos followed by a duel between the Houston Cougars and the Saint Mary's Gaels in this exciting double-header. The event is part of the [a3] Initiative in collaboration with U-Sports Group. The initiative strives to inspire athletes to participate in community service and improve the lives of local children.

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2022 Holiday Dance Special WI L L R O G E R' S AUDI TO R I UM | 7 :0 0 P M Ballet Concerto presents the 2022 Holiday Special under the artistic direction of Margo Dean and Webster Dean. A Holiday Special will feature

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"Memories of Frosty," a ballet based on the story of Frosty the Snowman, and close with "O Holy Night," a re-enactment of the Nativity, told through song and dance. Ticket prices for the performance range from $20 - $35. For tickets and information, visit balletconcerto.com or call 817-738-7915.

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Star Wars: A New Hope WILL RO GERS AU D ITO RIU M | 7:30 PM The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra takes audiences on a tour of the last Star Wars movie from the original trilogy from Dec. 16- 18. Tickets are priced from $40-$104. Be there as the orchestra plays John Williams’ beloved score live, whisking the audience to a galaxy far, far away in this breathtaking film experience.

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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland DICKIE'S ARE NA | 7:30 PM From the creators of the most successful Cirque shows in the franchise comes a musical journey featuring acrobats, aerialists, hilarious hijinks, and holiday cheer. Blending the athleticism audiences have come to expect from cirque shows with a musical mix of timeless seasonal favorites, audiences will be treated to the Holiday event of the season.

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Christmas Eve Brunch and Dinner Service B&B BUTCHERS AND RESTAURANT FORT WORTH | 11:00 AM B&B Butchers are hosting brunch and dinner at their Fort Worth location between 11 am and 8:30 pm to start the holiday weekend. Brunch will be held from 11-30 am3 pm and Dinner from 6:30 pm8:30 pm. Guests can order from the regular brunch and dinner menus along with a few specials including specialty drinks by Executive Chef John Piccolino.

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Grady Spencer and the Work TA NNA H I L L' S TAV E R N A N D MUS I C H A L L | 7 :0 0 P M Don't miss the funky West Texas performance of Grady Spencer and company after Christmas. The band is made for the relaxed atmosphere of Tannehill's Tavern, tickets will be available for standing room only on ticketmaster.

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