Arlington's prepped for some educational twirling with a side of cinema. For those keen on being proactive rather than reactive, the Arlington emergency officials are hosting a Preparedness in the Park event to highlight National Preparedness Month. Slap on your learning caps and head to Levitt Pavilion Arlington on Thursday, September 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., where you can absorb knowledge faster than a sponge in a spill.
Participants are in for a real treat with a slew of educational booths aligned like stars in the sky, poised to offer tips on building that all-essential 72-hour emergency kit, fabricating a family emergency plan that even your forgetful uncle can remember, and the skinny on how to sign up for wireless alerts to keep you ahead of Mother Nature's curve. And let's not bypass the giveaways – a NOAA weather radio is up for grabs for every household that jumps into the preparedness fray, while supplies last.
Then, as dusk takes over and the stars gaze down at us, the PG-13 rated 'Twisters' will pirouette on screen at 7:30 p.m., promised by the City of Arlington. Lug your lawn chairs, roll out your blankets, and dig into your snacks, but watch it on the glass bottles – they're persona non grata at this shindig.
Concerned about getting a prime parking spot? Fret not. Free parking is abundant throughout Downtown, including the 101 Center Parking Garage and public parking along Front Street – not to mention the spaces on the west side of City Hall. According to the official website, the Arlington Fire Department sends a heartfelt shoutout to the event's knights in shining armor: The University of Texas at Arlington Office of Emergency Management and Levitt Pavilion Arlington, for their grand role in making this educational fest a reality.
