TGIF!
May has finally begun, and what better way to start it than with a weekend spent with mom.
Weekends with my mom were always fun, and we almost always spent them shopping. We would play dress-up in the Macy’s dressing room, strut down the shoe department in the highest of heels, and end our day giggling over kung pao chicken at our favorite Chinese restaurant. Nothing beats spending some time with your mom, and we wouldn’t be the people we are today without them!
This weekend, show your mom some appreciation with your pick of Mother’s Day events in Arlington. Maybe a nice brunch on Sunday morning at Taste Community Market, or shopping at the Rhythm & Relics flea market on Saturday. If your mom happens to be a UFC fanatic, you can take her to watch the Chimaev vs. Strickland fight at Texas Live!.
However you choose to spend the weekend with your mom, feel free to email me and let me know what you’re up to. See you next Friday!
In the Entertainment District:
Throw it down at the Chimaev vs. Strickland UFC fight watch party
Hopefully, this Middleweight fight won’t bring your mom flashbacks to you fighting with your siblings.
What: UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland
When: 8-10:30 p.m. May 9
Where: 1650 E. Randol Mill Road, Suite 120
Admission: Free
Going downtown:
Antique your Saturday away at the Rhythm & Relics flea market
Reminisce on the good ol’ days with vintage goods and handmade pieces.
What: Rhythm & Relics
When: Noon-5 p.m. May 9
Where: 300 E. Division St.
Admission: Free
Show your true Arlington pride by supporting the Arlington Community Band
The Arlington Community Band will be showcased, along with other DFW bands, for the 14th year in a row.
What: Salute to Community Bands
When: 1-8:30 p.m. May 9
Where: UTA Music Building, 700 Greek Row Drive
Admission: Free
Pay what you can, what you typically pay, or what you typically pay, plus a little extra.
What: Mother’s Day Brunch
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 10
Where: 200 N. Cooper St.
Admission: Pay what you can
Elsewhere in Arlington:
End your weekend with a sunset workout at Lake Arlington
After busy weekend plans, make sure to wind down at the Arlington Yoga Center.
What: Sunset Yoga at Lake Arlington
When: 7:30 p.m. May 10
Where: Bowman Springs Park, 7003 W. Poly Webb Road
Admission: Pay what you can
Bianca Rodriguez-Mora is a reporting fellow for the Fort Worth Report. Contact her at bianca@fortworthreport.org.
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