Call for Change Amid George Floyd Protests in Arlington
More than 100 people knelt before City Hall Tuesday afternoon in Arlington. The diverse crowd gathered at 3 p.m. to protest police brutality following the death of George Floyd, a black man killed in Minneapolis last month after a white officer knelt on his neck for more than eight minutes despite Floyd’s words “I can’t breathe.” While on one knee, Tiara Lewis, 22, a University of Texas at Arlington graduate, said she was there to show solidarity and to support her people. “W
Texas Live! Inaugural New Year's Eve Party Gives 2019 Lone Star Welcome
(photo by Karen Gavis) It was New Year’s Eve lone star-style as more than 5,000 people packed Texas Live! to give 2019 a grand welcome. ”I heard it was going to be the coolest place in the metroplex,” says Arlington resident Brice Gambrel,34, who was waiting for the doors to open at 7 p.m. after buying a gold pass for early access. Gambrel, who says he hopes to get healthier and wealthier during 2019, was prepared to party with a dozen of his friends at the event which was be
New George W. Hawkes Downtown Arlington Library encourages creativity
photo by Karen Gavis Downtown Arlington’s new $30 million library debuted earlier this month creating a flurry of activity as parents arrived with children in tow. “Welcome to your new library,” a volunteer greeted visitors entering the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library when it opened June 16. The long-awaited, three-story gem houses a children’s collection on the first floor near a colorful Discover Wall and features an ultra-modern, open concept with gaming areas and lots o
5 events happening around Downtown Arlington this week (May 18 - 24)
photo by Eric Younkin What: Footloose the Musical When: Now-June 3 Where: Theatre Arlington, 305 W. Main Street During the opening weekend of Footloose the Musical at Theatre Arlington, Mayor Jeff Williams made a cameo appearance as a city councilmember. “Absolutely not!” he said when citizens asked to be allowed to dance in the town. Later, Williams loosened up and was seen busting a few moves himself. The play, directed by Stephen Morris, tells the story of a small town who
First public Downtown Arlington planning session sidesteps open questions
photo by Karen Gavis This story was first published in the Arlington Voice on May 10, 2018. A standing room only crowd converged on Legal Draft Beer Company in Downtown Arlington Wednesday evening to express what they would like to see happen in the area. City staff guided the public meeting designed to gather input from citizens about their visions for the future. The meeting is part of an effort to update Downtown Arlington’s Master Plan, which was originally drafted in 200
Arlington council talks short-term rentals
Arlington city councilmembers wrangled more than an hour Tuesday over the issue of short-term rentals effectively setting the stage for more wrangling. Mike Bass, the city’s code compliance director, said a clear definition of “transient” housing is needed since that term is currently subject to interpretation in the city code. Typically, a short-term rental is defined as property rented for 30 days or less. Councilman Charlie Parker, whose District 1 term ends next month, p
Arlington Theatre-goers see RED
Matthew Holmes and Robert Krecklow (photo by Eric Younkin) After seeing RED, which debuted Friday at Theatre Arlington, theater-goers may think twice before describing a color tone. Blood, ruby, rose, and wine can all depict a shade of the color, which reflects more than simply hue, in the play written by John Logan and directed by Adam Adolfo. Set in a 1950s-era studio, boozing and chain-smoking master abstract artist Mark Rothko works with his protégé, Ken, while taking an
REVIEW: A.J. Croce heats up keyboard, stage during his first Arlington concert
Joined by a band of storied musicians, A.J. Croce lit up Arlington Music Hall’s stage Friday night. Croce performed his inaugural Arlington concert with an endless supply of energy and a style all his own after Bonnie Bishop got things rolling with a raspy tune about the elusiveness of love “in a world like this.” Croce's concert follows the release of his newest, soul-inspired album Just Like Medicine which was released in August. During the concert, Croce shared with the au
Christmaspectacular! Lights Up Arlington Music Hall
A lineup of toy soldiers perform during Christmaspectacular! photo/Karen Gavis Arlington Music Hall was looking a lot like Christmas Friday night as Christmaspectacular! kicked off its second season. The former movie theater’s stage sparkled during a fast-paced show filled with singers and dancers in shimmering attire. Red, velvety curtains provided a fitting backdrop for the holiday show as did two giant nutcrackers that stood near ea
Division Street Dive Bar Shares Long, Colorful Roots
photo by Karen Gavis If not for the rainbow flag plastered outside the entrance of 1851 Club on Division Street, one might not know the unassuming building is a gay bar. The smoky interior (smoking is allowed here) includes a small dance floor which hosts karaoke every Thursday night and drag shows on Saturdays. There are the standard pool tables, a dart board, juke box and tables to sit at. There are also mosaics of famous, gay icons such as Marilyn Monroe, Liza Minnelli, Ch
