Written by Kathryn Krieger, DFW NACE Communications Committee

On the evening of Monday, April 7, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM, I ventured out to a just-secluded-enough, picturesque farmstead in Fort Worth to join the wonderful community of DFW NACE for a rural evening in elegance. Hosted at the beautiful Timberview Farmstead, it was the perfect spring welcome—with bunnies, goats, and a touch of simpler times.

The Setting: Timberview Farmstead

The venue provided an enchanting backdrop. Our evening began under a stunning Amish-built pavilion, followed by a hayride tour across the scenic grounds.

During the ride, guests got to know the farm’s story while soaking in its natural beauty. Afterward, happy hour commenced with tunes from Alliance Entertainment Group, a runway photo booth by DFW 360 Photo Booths, and yard games from Enchanting Events & Design.

The Barn Crawl

Guests were grouped by colored bandanas and guided on a multi-stop experience through the farm. Here’s how the crawl unfolded:

Stop 1 – Goats

I was greeted with the mouthwatering aroma of Vestals Catering, serving curated bites detailed on signage by JPC Invites. I even fed a bottle to a baby goat—what a joyful start!

Stop 2 – Bunnies

Dozens of soft, friendly bunnies awaited us. The team shared sweet stories about their personalities, and a baby bunny (just weeks old) made a star appearance.

Stop 3 – Greenhouse & Aquaponics Farm

We explored the greenhouse and learned about the farm’s sustainable ecosystem, where fish help nourish the plants that feed us.

Culinary Highlights

Each barn stop featured divine bites from Vestals Catering, perfectly paired with signature cocktails crafted from Silver Star Spirits and rosé from Sonoma Time Wine.

Fireside Reflections

To close the evening, we gathered on elegant lounge seating from Bright Event Rentals for a heartfelt fireside chat with Jordan Swim, Owner of Vestals Catering. He eloquently shared the vision and journey of Timberview Farmstead—highlighting the importance of whole foods, meaningful community, and authentic hospitality.

Huge thanks to BEYOND for sponsoring the film coverage and to The MacMeekens for capturing incredible stills. View all of the event coverage here.

Thank you to all our sponsors and attendees who made this unforgettable spring night possible!