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Santa Comes
to Town
Parade, Tree Lighting Ceremony is Dec. 6
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 Arrive
early for the Holiday Lights Parade. More
than 75 lighted floats, marching
bands, vintage cars and Elvis clones on
tiny motorcycles. New this year:
Entertainment at the Levitt Pavilion for the
Performing Arts. Beginning at 4 p.m., enjoy
holiday performances by the First Baptist
Church Choir and the Arlington Community
Band. The Star-Telegram-sponsored parade
starts at 6 p.m. followed by the lighting of
the Christmas tree in front of City Hall.
Parade Co-chairperson Don Duke
recommends "bring your own
seating." Selecting a comfortable viewing
point along Abram or Main streets between
West and Center streets. The parade is
approximately 1½ hours long. Following the
tree lighting, Santa will be at the Levitt
Pavilion for photos. To stake out your
parade viewing turf, check out the parade
route at
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Be Safe Out There!
Police Department
Issues Holiday Safety Reminders
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This holiday season, the Arlington
Police Department reminds us to stay
alert to our surroundings
when dashing out for holiday
purchases. When shopping after dark,
park in well-lit areas. Make sure
all doors and windows are locked in
your vehicle. For more holiday
safety tips, click
here.
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Neighbors
Helping Neighbors
Community Meeting Offers Sources for
Seniors
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 A
number of agencies supporting the quality of
life for Arlington seniors will be on hand
at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, at the Arlington
Human Service Center at 401 W. Sanford. This
community meeting offers resources on
everything from fun local activities to
coping with aging. The meeting is hosted by
Neighbor Helping Neighbor, an organization
that helps reduce senior isolation by
providing services and activities. Speakers
will represent agencies such as Aging and
Disability Resource Center, Adult Protective
Services, Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County
and 211 Texas. Reserve a seat at this
meeting by calling 817-703-2180 or heather@mealsonwheels.org.
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Did You
Know?
Village at Sports Center Opens Next Year
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Perhaps you've noticed the
dirt-moving activity occurring at
Harold Paterson Sports Complex at
the northeast corner of Cooper
Street and Wimbledon
Drive. Contractors are breaking
ground for the new $22 million
Village at Sports Center. When
completed, this European-style,
sports-themed plaza will
feature retail shopping, casual
dining, outdoor sporting areas and
offices. It opens in Aug. 2009.
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Coming In The Next Issue .
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A new partnership with the City of
Arlington and the YMCA is making a
difference in the lives of youths who
reside in the Artisan at Rush Creek
Apartments, a low-to-moderate
income community of about 499 residents.
Coming later this month, E-Arlington
takes a closer look at the programs
and planned activities that are helping
to improve social conditions in this
south Arlington neighborhood. Watch for
it Dec. 15.
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What is E-Arlington? |
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E-Arlington is a
bi-monthly electronic newsletter especially
for Arlington residents. On the 1st and 15th
of every month, get helpful news and
information about your city and our
neighborhoods. E-Arlington is
produced by the City of Arlington Office of
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LOOKING AHEAD
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 Arlington
City Council meets at 1:30 p.m.
and 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Click here for agenda.
A
community meeting to focus on senior
issues in Arlington is 6 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 4, at Arlington
Human Service Center, 401 W. Sanford.
District
3 City Council member Robert Rivera will
host a Town Hall meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 4, at
the Bob Duncan Center. The topic is
economic issues.
"Ten
Dollar Days" at the Animal Services
Center is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec.
6 and Dec. 13. Ten
dollar rabies vaccines, microchips and
photos with Santa. Call 817-451-3436 for
more details.
Santa
comes to town for the annual Holiday
Lights Parade at 6 p.m. Saturday,
Dec. 6, in downtown Arlington. Click
here for information.
Planning
& Zoning meets Wednesday, Dec.
10.
Click here for agenda.
Stop
by the Levitt Pavilion at Founders Plaza
between 7 and 9 p.m. Friday and
Saturday, Dec. 12 and 13, for
a free souvenir photo with Santa. For
information and a free holiday ornament,
visit
arlingtontx.gov.
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The holiday season is here. Happy
Holidays from the City of Arlington!
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ARLINGTON TRAFFIC |
 Improvements
on I-30 will help to improve mobility
throughout the region. Plan for lane
reductions and detours. Before you go,
www.keep30moving.org for podcasts, live
camera feeds, photos, maps and more. Click
here to learn more.
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NEW ON THE WEB ... |
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The
2009 Animal Services Calendar is now
available. Each month spotlights a local
business owner and his or her favorite
pet. Look inside for coupons and more.
Proceeds benefit Arlington Animal Services.
Click here for more information. |
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