Thursday, June 18, 2015

Things to Do This Weekend in Arlington – June 19-21

There are a number of things going on in Arlington this weekend.  Treat your dad this Father’s Day weekend with one of these fun outings:

What: Toulouse-Lautrec & La Vie Moderne: Paris 1880-1910
Where: Arlington Museum of Art, 201 W. Main St.
When: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm; Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm through August 16
Cost: $8 for adults; $5 for students; free for kids 12 & under
Info: Toulouse-Lautrec and The Post Impressionists contains almost 200 pieces from avant-garde Post-Impressionist artists working in a new French “modern” style. Built around the work of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, painter of scenes and artists from the famed Paris theatre, the Moulin Rouge, this expansive exhibit will explore the anti-establishment movement among artists seeking alternative means to bring their art to a broad public and break out of the traditional molds.  www.arlingtonmuseum.org


What: Fantasy in Sand
Where: Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way
When: Daily through August 23, 10 am to 8 pm (schedule varies on Rangers game days)
Cost: $10 online through June 30
Info: Wil B and Kev Marcus are classically trained viola and violin players who first met playing in the high school orchestra in Florida. Their music blends classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass music.  www.fantasyinsand.com


What: Great American Scrapbook Convention
Where: Arlington Convention Center, 1200 Ballpark Way
When: June 18 –20 (10 am – 6 pm Thursday, 9 am – 6pm Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Saturday)
Cost: Adults & Children over 10 – $12, Seniors - $10, Children 9 & under – Free, 2 & 3 days passes also available at the door
Info: The ultimate weekend for scrapbookers!  Shopping, scrapping & learning  Visit http://www.ckscrapbookevents.com/GreatAmerican/GASCArlington.aspx for details.


What: Comedian Tony Woods
Where: Arlington Improv in the Highlands, 309 Curtis Mathes Way, #147
When: June 19 - 21
Cost:  $17 – $30
Info: Tony Woods is a one-of-a-kind comic who's always in control of his audience. His playful and cool demeanor, combined with sharp and mischievous subject matter, create a show that is unmistakably entertaining at every level. Tony is an entertainer that understands an audience and encourages them to become part of his strange world. http://www.improvarlington.com/

 


What: Hudson Moore
Where: Levitt Pavilion, corner of Abram & Center Streets
When: Friday, June 19 at 8 pm
Cost: Free
Info: Fort Worth Native Hudson Moore topped the Texas music charts with his debut single Fireworks. He has since been named to the “Who’s New to Watch” lis by CMA Close Up Magazine.  www.levittpavilionarlington.org


What: Spartan Race Obstacle Course
Where: AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way (corner of Collins & Randol Mill)
When: Saturday, June 20 beginning at 7:30 am
Cost: Free for spectators (RSVP); Participant cost available online
Info:  Spartan Sprints are a great starting point to becoming a Spartan. The muddy Sprint is fun for everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes. The shorter Sprint presents plenty for the hardcore athlete to test themselves against while giving new Spartans a good start to their Trifecta!  http://www.spartan.com/en/race/detail/824/overview


What: World Juggling Day Celebration
Where: River Legacy Park & Groovy Goods - 3415 S. Cooper
When: Saturday, June 20 (4 pm – 6 pm at the park, then 6 pm – 11 pm at the store)
Cost: Free
Info:  World Juggling Day arrives at River Legacy Park and Groovy Goods this weekend.  There will be activities for people of all ages and skill levels. Sponsored by Arlington Flow Arts & Groovy Goods. Find out more at https://www.facebook.com/events/1052691928092869/


What: ArlingCon
Where: University Center Mall; University of Texas at Arlington, 300 W. First St.
When: Saturday, June 20 12 pm – 5 pm
Cost: Free
Info:  Gather with other superhero fans at this comic convention! Cosplay runway and workshop, swag table with giveaways, Lego scenes, tabletop games, 80s mix-tape sing along, a movie, and more!  http://www.arlingtonlibrary.org/calendar/arlingcon


What: Black Violin

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Where: Levitt Pavilion, corner of Abram & Center Streets
When: Saturday, June 20 at 8 pm
Cost: Free
Info: Wil B and Kev Marcus are classically trained viola and violin players who first met playing in the high school orchestra in Florida. Their music blends classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass music.  www.levittpavilionarlington.org


What: Gideon Luke & the People
Where: Levitt Pavilion, corner of Abram & Center Streets
When: Sunday, June 21 at 8 pm
Cost: Free
Info: Hailing from the streets of Memphis, soul music flows through Gedeon Luke’s veins in rainbow-colored hues. Weaned on the gospel-infused sounds of Sly Stone, Curtis Mayfield and Al Green and inspired by the rock ‘n’ roll passion of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, Gedeon crashes through the boundaries of music and society to bring love, peace and soul to the world.  www.levittpavilionarlington.org

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