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Special Events- This section provides a listing of city which will have a Naturally Fun table or booth where you can present your Passport for a stamp.

Daddy Daughter Dance
Saturday, February 2010, 6pm–9pm (Date to be announced in August of 2009)
Arlington Convention Center, 1200 Ballpark Way 76011

Break out the black ties and patent leather shoes for an evening of magic your daughters will remember for a lifetime! The Arlington Convention Center Ballroom will be transformed into a winter wonderland staged for dancing and enchanting. Cost for individual tickets include a corsage, light refreshments, parting gift for daughters and a memorable photograph.

There is also a charm class for the girls to prepare for the event held the week prior, as well as limousine rides available the night of the event. For more information call 817-459-5474 or visit www.naturallyfun.org.

Kite Festival
Sunday, March 15, 2009, 10am–2pm
River Legacy Parks, 701 NW Green Oaks Blvd. 76006

Come fly with us! We will have kite building workshops, stunt demonstrations and contests for kites of every shape and size. This is an event for everyone! Registration for contests will be onsite the day of event. Contests are separated into categories based on age, so bring the whole family for this event at River Legacy Parks. For more details call 817-459-6434.

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, April 3, 2009, 6:30pm–9:30pm
Veterans Park, 3600 W Arkansas Lane 76014

Are you looking for a NEW twist on the same old Easter egg hunt? We have exactly what you are looking for! Attend our annual Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt to experience this fun craze in egg hunting. Each egg hunter needs to bring their own flashlight and egg basket or sack.

Children will be divided into age groups: 3 & under (the Easter Bunny says that parents can hop along), 4-5 years, 6-7 years and 10-12 years (the Bunny thought it through and has decided to make this hunt more challenging).

And don’t worry, don’t fret, if your basket ends up low, just hop on over to the Hidden Bunny Trail to continue the search. The egg hunt will start with the youngest age group, but while you wait there will be games galore. $5 per person includes egg hunt egg hunt, carnival games, music and more. Registration online at www.naturallyfun.org

Naturally Fun Neighborhoods
Enhancing neighborhoods and promoting active and healthy lifestyles, Arlington created the Naturally Fun Neighborhoods program in 2007. The initiative brings residents, the Parks and Recreation Department and neighborhood organizations together to enjoy activities such as arts and crafts, creative play and outdoor recreation.

Watch for a number of special events coming to a neighborhood near you. Enjoy outdoor activities, arts and crafts, bounce houses and more at:

Family Campout at River Legacy Parks
Friday, March 6, 2009, 4pm–7am

Ditto Golf Course
Saturday, April 18, 2009, 1pm–3pm
Featuring: Golf Instruction, Chipping and Putting course for all ages and abilities

Earth Day at Veterans Park
Saturday, April 25, 2009, 11am–1pm
Featuring: Learn to play disc golf and a nature walk,

Carnival by the Courts at the Arlington Tennis Center
Saturday, May 2, 2009, 1pm – 4pm
Featuring: Tennis clinics, music, prizes, food and a dunk booth,

Arbor Day Celebration at Richard Simpson Park
Saturday, May 9, 2009, 9am–2pm
Featuring: Kayaking

Carl Knox Park
Saturday, May 16, 2009, 10am– 2pm
Featuring: Community Health Fair, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Fun and more,

Bowman Springs Parks
June 2, 2009, 5pm–7pm
Featuring: Fishing Derby and Kayaking,

Cliff Nelson Recreation Center
August 18, 2009, 5pm – 8pm

Don Misenhimer Park
September 19, 2009, Noon – 2pm

Family Campout at Veterans Park
October 16, 2009, 4pm – 7am

Party on the Patio—April to October
Tierra Verde Golf Club, 7005 Golf Club Drive 76001
Enjoy a night out at Tierra Verde Golf Club with a live band that starts at 7 pm and a superb menu from our Chef Luigi Cinelli at the Ventana Grille. Table seating is available on the patio or bring your blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy the outside atmosphere. For entertainment and dates, go to www.arlingtongolf.com. 

April 24 - Sittin’ Duck
May 22 - Brad Thompson Band
June 26 - Velvet Love Box
July 24 - Me & Pooch
August 28 - Johnny D and the Doo Wops
September 25 - Too Smooth
October 23 - The Party Crashers

National Family Literacy Day – Spring (Date to be announced)
George W. Hawkes Central Library (101 East Abram Street)
Reading – it’s not just for kids! Parents, grandparents, children, and everyone else in Arlington are invited to enjoy an afternoon of reading and learning about reading at the Library.

Movies in the Park - May—October
We’ve got the perfect way to make watching movies with the family more fun. Watch movies in the park. Don’t miss out on a memorable evening with the family. Just bring chairs and blankets and we’ll provide the rest. There will be candy and other movie goodies to buy and the choice of movie will always be something fun and enjoyable for everyone!

The first movie will take place on Friday, May 15 at Veteran's Parks. The movie, Mighty Ducks, will begin at dark. Other movies are scheduled for July 31 at the Levitt Pavilion in Founders' Plaza, August 14 at the Levitt Pavilion in Founders' Plaza and September 25 at Veterans Park. Movie titles to be announced.

Arbor Day Celebration
Saturday, May 9, 2009, 9am–2pm
Richard Simpson Park, 6300 W Arkansas Lane 76016

Plant a tree and celebrate Arbor Day with an adventure race, kid’s games and lots of fun at Richard Simpson Park.

Free trees will be given to each family or attendee in the spirit of celebrating Arbor Day and there will be fun activities for all ages, including bounce houses, an obstacle course, environmentally friendly games and activities. Kayaking and canoeing will take place on the lake.

The Arbor Day Adventure Race will start at 8:30am and will be a fun family beginner’s adventure race. The race will encompass a one mile run, 800 meter canoe trek (canoes will be provided), and an obstacle course. The Adventure Race is open to participants ages 7 and up. Entry fee is $30 per person. For registration information, e-mail leaf@arlingtontx.gov.

Carnival by the Courts
Saturday, May 2, 2009, 1pm-4pm
The Arlington Tennis Center and USTA will host the 3rd Annual Carnival by the Courts on May 2, 2009. This FREE community party will focus on tennis activities for all ages and include other FUN activities such as music and refreshments.

Summer Reading Club
June, July, August
All Arlington Public Library locations.
Children (birth to grade 6), teens (grades 7 to 12), and adults (ages 18 and up) are invited to participate by reading and listening to books for the sheer joy of it. In addition to reading for fun, there are a variety of entertaining programs and events.

8th Annual Free Kids Fishing Tournament
Saturday, June 6, 2009
This event offers kids of all ages an opportunity to enjoy a day of fishing at beautiful Lake Arlington. This event will be held at Bowman Springs Park and is brought to you by Arlington Parks and Recreation, Texas Parks & Wildlife, Tarrant Christian Bass Club, and other community sponsors. It will be a day of food, fun, prizes and activities for all ages.

Light up Arlington
Friday, July 3, 2009
This festival brings music, vendors and food together in downtown Arlington with multiple stages and fireworks every July 3rd.

After Dark in the Park
October
When the sun goes down, River Legacy Parks comes alive! Join us for an evening of fun for the whole family every October. Activities include storytelling, karaoke, a pumpkin patch, bounce houses, balloon artists, face painting, crafts & games, a hayride shuttle, great food and much more.

Caelum Moor Sculpture
Summer/Fall
In 2009 the Caelum Moor sculptures will be reconstructed at Richard Greene Linear Park along Johnson Creek. A special stamp will be available at this monumental event.

Medieval Festival
October
George W. Hawkes Central Library (101 East Abram Street)

Experience the Middle Ages as history comes to life. Fascinating exhibits of medieval arts and sciences will be on display and live demonstrations of ancient weaponry will be conducted by costumed members of the Society for Creative Anachronism. This event will be entertaining and educational for the whole family. Admission is free.

Courtyard Celebration
October
East Arlington Branch Library (1624 New York Avenue)
Join the Celebration for an evening of dancing and music. Performers representing various cultural traditions will be participating.

One Book
Fall
An annual community-wide read that is a collaborative project of the Arlington Public Library, UT Arlington, and the Arlington Independent School District. This year, Arlington Reads about football. Check out Twelve Mighty Orphans by Jim Dent and read it with us.

Family Fun Camp Out
Friday, October 16, 2009, 4pm-7am
Spend quality time with the whole family. Join us for dinner, hay rides, smores, crafts, tent or treating and a tent decorating contest. The event ends with a light breakfast in the morning.

Sadie Hawkins Celebration
November
Elzie Odom Recreation Center, 1601 NE Green Oaks Blvd. 76006
Grab your partner and Do-Si-Do! Mothers and Sons will boot, scoot and boogie to live music and enjoy refreshments, games and an adventure on the hayride. The cost is $25 per couple and $10 for each additional family member. For more information, visit www.naturallyfun.org or call 817-459-6434.

Olde Town Christmas
December
Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, 3200 Norwood Lane 76013
Be sure to find all your special gifts at Dottie Lynn Recreation Center’s holiday craft fair. A visit from Santa Claus and seasonal music will get you in the mood of the holiday season while you shop for gift items and baked goods. For more information on the annual craft fair featuring 70+ craft booths, holiday music, food vendors and more, visit www.naturallyfun.org or call 817-277-5001.

Breakfast with Santa
December
Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, 4600 W Bardin Road 76017
He’s making his list and checking it twice. Santa is coming to Cliff Nelson Recreation Center! Bring the family for a delicious breakfast with Santa. Children of all ages will enjoy making holiday crafts and letting Santa know what to bring on Christmas morning. $8 per person will include breakfast, a photo with Santa and holiday crafts! For registration or information, visit www.naturallyfun.org or call 817-561-2819.

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