Four-time Country Music Award winner, Blake Shelton will take the stage at AT&T Stadium Friday, February 6 alongside co-host of The Voice, Usher at a concert benefiting United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. Since 2011, United Way has invested over $80 million and helped over two million people. The 90th anniversary celebrates the nine decades of impact in North Texas. Former Dallas Cowboys and Hall of Fame Quarterback Troy Aikman will serve as Co-Chair alongside Dallas Cowboys Executive VP, Charlotte Jones. They are two of 25,000 people expected to attend the Unite Forever Gala. Ticket information is available at the United Way of Dallas website.
The North American Reptile Breeders Conference & Trade Show will gather at the Arlington Convention Center for a one of a kind 2-day show featuring reptiles from all over the world including snakes, geckos, and iguanas. Purchasing the exotic and rare breeds will be the highlights of the event but in addition, attendees will also be able to enjoy presentations from international reptile breeders during both days. The event takes place both Saturday Feb. 7 and Sunday Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $8 for kids ages 5-12. Kids under 5 get into the show for free. Special VIP tickets are $50. You can purchase tickets online here and they will also available at the door.
The Arlington Museum of Art now features a special exhibit featuring Fort Worth's own Bruce Wood. Wood has been a driving force in the North Texas cultural community for decades. His latest venture, Bruce Wood Dance Project, sought to bring innovative, unconventional productions to North Texas audiences. This exhibit will explore his contributions to the world of dance, the cultural arts and the communities he grew up in. The Bruce Wood exhibit will be open to the public until Sunday, February 15. If you want to check it out this weekend, the Arlington Museum of Art is located in Downtown Arlington on West Main Street.
Looking for a comedy show in Arlington the whole family can enjoy? Arlington Improv invites children ages 4 and up for an afternoon of variety comedy, stand-up comedy and magic all in one show. This is an interactive show designed to have you and your whole family laughing. The Comedy & Magic Show For All Ages is this Sunday, February 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online. Arlington Improv Comedy Club is located at Arlington Highlands on Curtis Mathes Way. Please call (817) 635-5555 for more information.
In the mood for some live music this weekend and a great steak dinner? Danny Ray Reynolds will be there from 7-9 p.m. Saturday, February 7 singing oldies from the '50s, '60s, and '70s. His repertoire includes early rock & roll, easy listening, country, gospel cowboy and southern gospel songs. He has shared his musical talent with Hill City Band for many years as well as being a studio vocalist for many well-known recording artists. The Saturday night dinner special? A 6 oz. filet with two sides for $15.95. Arlington Steak House is located at 1724 West Division Street in The American Dream City. For more information, call (817) 275-7881.
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