Arlington’s Weekend Buzz: February 21-23
By Office of Communication
Posted on February 20, 2014, February 20, 2014

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Theatre Arlington Presents: Disney's Mulan Jr.

This 1998 film stage adaptation will take you back to the legendary, action-packed story days of ancient China. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10. Lap seats and children under three are not permitted. For more information, call 817-275-7661 or 817-261-9628.

Enjoy the Sights and Sounds of the 19th Annual NASA Powwow

NASA, the Native American Student Association, will host its annual benefit powwow on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in UT Arlington's Bluebonnet Ballroom of the E.H. Hereford University Center, located at 300 W. First Street. Enjoy some fry bread, Indian tacos, traditional drumming, dancing, shopping and much more. Gourd dances are at noon and 5 p.m. The grand entries will be held at 2 and 6:30 p.m. Admission and parking are free. All proceeds will benefit the NASA scholarship fund. Click here for more information.

Monster Jam Fun at AT&T Stadium

These super machines, which stand 12 feet tall and weigh more than 10,000 pounds, will bring you to the edge of your seat during Saturday's Monster Jam event at AT&T Stadium. Some of the biggest names in the sport will be in the house. The event begins at 7 p.m. Ticket prices vary according to sections.

Texas Dive Show

The Arlington Convention Center will host the Texas Dive show this Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. Check out the latest gear from your favorite dive gear manufacturers and get great info on travel deals. Tickets are $10 with early registration and $15 at the door. Kids 12 and under are FREE. For more information call 817-459-5000 or visit: http://www.usdiveshows.com/texas/

Dental Health Gala

You can help put a smile on the face of thousands of children attending Arlington schools when you purchase a ticket to their annual gala, "Love That Smile-Evening of Dining and Dancing," in the Cacharel Ballroom. This year's event is being held Friday from 7-11 p.m. Proceeds from the event will enable Dental Health Arlington to continue dental health education and exams for elementary-age kids in schools where at least half the enrollment is on the free or reduced-cost lunch program. Tickets are $100 per person, $190 for couples and $950 for a table for 10. Call 817-437-3527 or email [email protected] for more information.

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