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Hello Arlington! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Moth night, a dive in movie, and snow in july + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A blueprint for the future: Arlington will host town halls starting Aug. 6 on the draft Innovate Arlington plan, a 20-year growth roadmap, to learn and share feedback on priorities including walkability and sustainability -- see the town hall dates.
Nighttime nature discovery: Celebrate National Moth Week tonight at Molly Hollar Wildscape during Moth Night, with Urban Biologist Sam Kieschnick, viewing stations, special lighting, and all-ages exploration starting at 8:30 pm -- get moth night details.
Simplifying campus tech rollout: On July 20, Thesis Elements acquired Arlington-based 3D Technologies, bringing implementation in-house to simplify student information system rollouts with a single team for planning, training, and support -- learn about the acquisition.
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The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Soulful brunch, anyone? If your week needs a win, Breakfast Brothers keeps Arlington happy with chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, and plates that feel like a warm hug, then a nap you absolutely earned. Put it on your this-week list and thank yourself later.
Freshen up your space: Casa Moderna Furniture stocks modern sofas, beds, dining sets and rugs that make the rest of your place step up, too. Go see what clicks this week, then live with pieces that feel sturdy, look sharp, and make your couch-to-nap ratio dangerously good.
Sun-soaked sanity saver: Skip the logistics and just go play at S.J. Stovall Park, where pools, shaded trails, sports courts, and a big picnic pavilion make it ridiculously simple to squeeze in a workout, tire out the kids, or catch up with friends this week.
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04 — Our recommendations
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
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The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
⚾ Rangers Game Family Night @ Globe Life Field | Wednesday (7/22) at 7:00 PM – Rangers vs. White Sox at Globe Life, $1 hot dogs, and a proper family night that feels like summer should. Bring the crew, cheer from the cheap seats, and let the kids stay up past reason. Heads up, group tickets are gone.
🧪 Texas A&M Chemistry Road Show @ James A. Arthur Early Childhood Center (Kennedale) | Thursday (7/23) at 1:00 PM – Science class is leaving the textbook and rolling into Kennedale for the first time with Texas A&M's Chemistry Road Show. Bring the curious kids, 3rd grade and up, and your inner Bill Nye. It is free, no registration, and things will fizz, pop, and glow.
🎬 Dive In Movie @ Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center | Friday (7/24) at 7:30 PM – Swap the drive-in for a dive-in at Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center, where Disney and Pixar's Luca plays while you float and pretend the kids' splashing is ambiance. Eight bucks gets you in, concessions on deck, pool noodles and dad jokes optional.
🧙 DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™ @ Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium | Friday (7/24) at 9:00 PM – An open-air drone spectacle turns Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium into the Wizarding World, with 1,200 synchronized lights sketching favorite Harry Potter moments overhead. Add an electric violin, LED wristbands, and Butterbeer, and you get a night nailing nostalgia and spectacle, even the parking stays Muggle.
🎁 Metroplex Collectibles Show @ Meadowbrook Recreation Center | Saturday (7/25) at 9:30 AM – If your inner eight-year-old needs a field trip, hit Meadowbrook Recreation Center for free admission to a collectors’ treasure hunt. Vintage and modern figures, Hot Wheels, Funko Pops, Star Wars, TMNT, MOTU, the whole glorious rabbit hole. Florinda Taqueria’s out back, because bargaining requires fuel.
❄ Snow In July @ Forest Hill Public Library | Saturday (7/25) at 12:00 PM – Think the only snow we get around here is in your freezer? Forest Hill’s serving up the real frosty stuff, plus family games, music, and photo ops, with Fried City Foods on hand. Free, all ages, zero shoveling, plenty of bragging rights for the grandkids.
🍦 School Supplies Drive & Ice Cream Truck @ Elements at Viridian - David Weekley Homes | Saturday (7/25) at 2:00 PM – The school supply drive wraps up at the model home with an ice cream truck, because nothing says community spirit like sprinkles. Last-minute notebooks are still welcome, and yes, your inner kid accepts ice cream as payment for good deeds, shade, and neighborly gossip.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Arlington report Weather forecastToday — High: 104°F — Low: 82°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 104. Heat index values as high as 113. North wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 82, with temperatures rising to around 84 overnight. Heat index values as high as 112. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 100°F — Low: 81°F — Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 100. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 81, with temperatures rising to around 83 overnight. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. This house is wildThis 3,500-square-foot Arlington estate spreads across 3.2 private acres, set nearly 300 feet off the road and framed by mature trees. A scenic pond greets the entrance, while inside, updated living spaces and generous bedrooms keep things polished. A sparkling pool, oversized three-car garage, and expansive grounds add room to unwind, entertain, and enjoy a rare park-like retreat.
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