KidsOutAndAbout Weekly Newsletter
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Sat, Mar 28: Bunny Brunch & Lunch at Colleyville Rec Center
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Mar 28: Sensory-Friendly Sport Night at Frisco Athletic Center
Sun, Mar 29: Easter Egg Hunt at Moslah Shriners
Sat, Apr 4: Adapted and Inclusive Easter Egg Hunt at Denton Civic Center
Sat, Apr 4: Easter Eggstravaganza at PGA Frisco
Sat, Apr 11: Keller Art Festival
Thu, Apr 16: Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival
Sat, Apr 25: Bug Fest at Lynn Creek Park
Sat, May 2: Up, Up & Away:
Festival of Flight at Prestwick STEM Academy
Sat, May 2: Music Alley Festival at Downtown Mansfield
Sun, May 10: Mother's Day Brunch at the Fort Worth Zoo
Fri, May 15: 42nd Annual Main Street Fest at Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: The first time I can remember having to take a public stand on anything was in eighth grade English. We were assigned an essay on a controversial topic and told we’d present our arguments to the class. When he handed back our papers, Mr. Schmidt added a twist: no reading. We’d speak from notes. I was horrified. After school, I tried to negotiate my way out of it. “This
makes me really uncomfortable,” I told him, hoping for mercy. He looked at me over his glasses. “That’s the whole point,” he said. “To get stuff done, you have to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Don’t worry, you’ll live.” Mr. Schmidt was right. I didn’t die. And more important, I learned something that stuck: Discomfort isn’t a stop sign, it’s just part of the road, and all roads are bumpy. That lesson shaped how I've raised my kids, too. Karate helped
Madison and Ella distinguish between effort and injury. Long car rides taught them to rely on their own imaginations. Theater nudged them to stand however close to the spotlight they could manage, even when they’d rather disappear. And summer camps—those muddy, unpredictable, gloriously imperfect experiences—gave them countless chances to try something new and realize I can do this without the stigma that can accompany failing in other contexts. Growth rarely happens
inside the comfort zone, which is why I’m such a believer in giving kids opportunities to stretch beyond what feels easy. Summer programs are perfect for this, so that's why during "summer camp search season" we focus on showcasing the wide variety of camps and programs available in each area we serve. Here's the link
to the portal page. These days, as we approach the 25th anniversary of KidsOutAndAbout.com in June, I see that same principle playing out: The technology has changed, the business climate has changed, but the equation hasn’t. Discomfort still shows up right before something meaningful. And I still hear Mr. Schmidt’s voice in my head: Don’t worry, you’ll live.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Strike a pose, the Easter Bunny is here for photos! Reserve your visit now and make it an Easter Family Tradition! Bunny arrives on Friday, March 6, 2026 and will be here through April 4th. Book early to ensure your spot to see the Bunny.
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Hop on over to Main Event Fort Worth South for a fun-filled morning! Enjoy a tasty breakfast while spending time with the one and only Easter Bunny. Snap a photo and join in on some family-friendly activities.
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Whether by yourself, with a family, or a special someone, the Nature Center has plenty of beauty to fall in love with. Come take a hike and see what catches your eye. Pre-registration required. $5 (with paid admission)/MEMBERS $3. *FREE with paid
admission.
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There’s nothing more special than sharing Disney magic with loved ones. Whether it’s the first time you watched Toy Story, sang along to "Let It Go," or cheered for your favorite Disney Princess, Disney On Ice is the perfect place to revisit cherished
memories and create new ones together. Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy will take you on a journey through these unforgettable moments, powered by a Magical MousePad. Discover thrilling adventures from Zootopia, Inside Out 2, and the all-new Moana 2. Relive the timeless tales of Toy Story, Frozen, and Encanto, and the dazzling Disney Princesses. And hold on tight as Stitch grabs the Magical MousePad and shakes things up! Feel the excitement in an enchanted celebration close to home, only at
Disney On Ice!
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Our classic Spring Break event is bigger and better than ever! Go crazy and build your dream skyscraper, or the mansion that everyone will envy. Stop by anytime during Spring Break and design the (cardboard) building of your dreams!
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Aqua Egg Hunt features hunting for eggs in three of our pools, divided by age group. Children can hunt for eggs, take pictures with the Easter bunny, and have their faces painted after their swim. This year, we are having a Sensory-friendly Egg Hunt time
where children can participate in a more sensory-friendly environment.
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Come see America’s Top New PRCA Talent!
Cowboy Channel Resistol Rodeo presented by Resistol – 2026 | Back for Year Five!
Cowtown Coliseum proudly welcomes back the Cowboy Channel Resistol Rodeo presented by Resistol for its fifth consecutive year!
This event showcases the top 15 first-year PRCA cardholders in each discipline: Bareback, Saddle Bronc, Bull Riding Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling and Barrel Racing.
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Discover DFW's family-friendly St. Paddy's festival. Join the Pickle Queens®, the Pickle Protectors® and the Pickle Posse® in historic downtown Mansfield, the Pickle Capital of Texas and see what everyone is talking about!
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Lights, camera, action.
Join us for a fun, family-friendly night filled with big-screen entertainment, tasty concessions, and great community vibes. Don’t miss out on an evening of laughs, memories, and movie magic right here in Crowley.
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To infinity and beyond! Let's celebrate 40 years of Pixar movies this Spring Break. We will have four days of fun Pixar themed crafts. On the last day, we will be show Finding Nemo (G) with fishy themed snacks. Feel free to bring your own blankets, chairs,
and snacks, but remember: "Fish are friends, NOT food." First come, first served. Space and supplies are limited.
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Join us for an action-packed night at PGA Frisco featuring Dude Perfect themed games, photo ops, giveaways, and an exclusive DP video!
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DMA Spring Break—where stars align and creativity shines! Spark, connect, and create during these fun-filled days of art-making activities, story times, sensory play, and gallery activities for families, all inspired by our current exhibition
Constellations: Contemporary Jewelry at the Dallas Museum of Art.
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The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
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- Free Spring Mini Photo Session with Shoott - Shoott - Shoott, Broadway, New York, NY, USA, Friday, March 20, 2026 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, See link for times
- Cardboard Cleburne - Layland Museum of History, Caddo Street, Cleburne, TX, Friday, March 20, 2026 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11 am- 4 pm
- Lampalooza: Pixiedusters Week
- Bedford Public Library - Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021, Friday, March 20, 2026 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, 3 pm; excpet Friday 2:30 pm
- Texas America250 Reading Challenge - Texas State Library and Archives Commission - Texas State Library and Archives
Commission, 1201 Brazos St, Austin, Texas 78701, Friday, March 20, 2026 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, all day
- Spring Break Family Fun - Dallas Museum of Art - Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75201, Friday, March 20, 2026 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11:00 AM
- Bouncing Baby
Booktime - Haltom City Public Library - Haltom City Public Library, 4809 Haltom Rd, Haltom City, TX 76117, Friday, March 20, 2026, 10:30-11:30 am
- Lego Club - Kennedale Public Library - Kennedale Public Library, West 3rd Street, Kennedale, TX, Friday, March 20, 2026, 3:30-5 pm
- Homeschool Humdingers - Rhome Community Library - Rhome Community Library, 265 B.C. Rhome Ave, Rhome, TX 76078, Friday, March 20, 2026, 11:30
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- Little Explorers: Women's History Month - Arlington Public Library - George W. Hawkes Downtown Library - Arlington Public Library - George W. Hawkes Downtown Library, South Center Street, Arlington, TX, Friday, March 20, 2026, 10-11:30 am
- Movie Night @ The District - PGA District - PGA District, PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX, Friday, March 20, 2026, 7-9 pm
- Crowley Night Cinema - Crowley City Hall - Crowley City Hall, 201 East Main Street, Crowley, TX 76036, Friday, March 20, 2026, 7-9:30 pm
- Visit the Creature Teacher - PGA District - PGA District, PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX, Saturday, March 21, 2026, 10-11 am
- Hop With A Cop - The Parks Mall at Arlington - The Parks Mall at Arlington, 3811 South Cooper Street, Arlington, TX 76015, Saturday, March 21,
2026, 2-3 pm
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Fort Worth area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Fort Worth area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're
escaping a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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