I’m a confirmed night owl, as anybody who knows me well can attest to—and apparently I’m one by nature, since my mom tells me I used to drive her crazy by lying awake in my crib all night. However, I suspect I’m also a night owl by choice. I love late night dining and those great extended conversations you get into at after-hours spots, the…
Singing in the rain (check). Listening to rain as you take a nap (check). Positive thinking about how your car is washed (check). Now what? If you find yourself in Arlington on a rainy day, there is no reason to hole up in your hotel room…or build an ark. Here are some fun way to repel a drizzly day around town: Arlington’s Downtown arts options -…
If you’re looking to get into the Christmas spirit or are really in the mood for some great strudel paired with gluhwein, a trip to the Texas Christkindl Market should be on your list this holiday season. In its ninth year, the Texas Christkindl Market, presented by Comerica Bank, is one of the largest open air holiday markets in the Southwest and…
Summer temperatures are heating up, and so is Arlington’s event calendar. When you live in such a happening city, there is no reason to couch surf. So go on….ditch the remote control, grab your sunscreen and rock some selfies at my top 5 sizzling suggestions for summer fun! Dumplin’ movie night and author book signing at Levitt Pavilion, June 27…
Are you ready to unwind? When that five o’clock whistle blows, there’s no shortage of options for a memorable happy hour in Arlington. If you’re ready to break out of your after-five routine, check out a few of my favorite places in town to meet a friend for a tasty beverage and some good conversation: 4 Kahunas Tiki Lounge 506 East Division St…
If you are ready to shake off the winter blues and fire up your sunny summer smiles, check out Arlington's hottest upcoming events. Depending on when you visit, you might have the chance to go Code Red with A Few Good Men , catch America's Team at AT&T Stadium, ooze into Fright Fest at Six Flags Over Texas, or rock out at the all new KAABOO music…
I’m crazy about travel, but I also love local urban exploration—in other words, visiting the hundreds of wonderful destinations to be experienced right here in Arlington and throughout DFW. For my money, there’s no better time to plan a staycation than spring break, when the weather is mild and there’s a sense of excitement in the air as everyone…
Tha Highball(s). I don’t know if you’ve heard, but in case you missed it, Texas Live! has been adding a few culinary events on their massive events rolodex. I got to attend Thursday night’s first Balcones Whisky Dinner, and it was the highlight of my week. Full disclosure: I am a foodie hedonist that loves a solid pairing. Girl scout cookies with…
Photo credit: Sports & Social at Texas Live! Last week, we at the Arlington CVB got the special chance to check out our new neighbors at Texas Live!’s new dining options, and staff got to choose either lunch or dinner at Live! Arena, Lockhart Smokehouse, Sports & Social and Troy Aikman’s restaurant debut – Troy’s. The welcoming servers, hosts and…
