🤔 The Library's solution: FOAM.
If you've ever wanted to cool off by running through a mountain of bubbles, this is your chance. Grab the kids, wear clothes that can get soaked, and head to Douglas Street Park for some foam-tastic summer fun!
Trust us... being covered head-to-toe in bubbles is perfectly acceptable this Saturday
🌽 The Arlington Crossing Producer Market is back SATURDAY 🍓
Join us this Saturday from 8 AM - Noon at the Crossing Pavilion (12090 Forrest St.).
Shop a variety of homemade and handmade goods, such as fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, local crafts, and more while supporting local vendors! A list of anticipated vendors this weekend is attached - check for your favorites!
For more information: www.townofarlington.org/page/the-market
🀄️ Don't Forget - Mahjong for Kids Is Next Week!
Looking for something fun and a little different this summer? Kids ages 10–15 can learn the basics of Mahjong during this two-day Summer Fun Series class at the Safe Room on Monday, June 29 and Tuesday, June 30 from 9 AM–Noon.
- Learn a new game
- Make new friends
- Build strategy and problem-solving skills
Space is limited and advance registration is required. Call Parks & Recreation at 901-867-9555 to reserve your spot before seats fill up!
See you at the table!
Are you ready? We've got TWO great ways to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary this Friday:
🚲 Star-Spangled Parade for Kids
Decorate your bike, wagon, stroller, scooter, or other ride and join us for a patriotic parade through College Hill Park! Be sure to call & register before Friday so we have enough prizes for everyone (901/867-9555).
✨ Star Spangled Spectacular
Head to the Arlington Sports Complex for live music, local food vendors, community fun, and a fireworks show! Music & food vendors begin at 6 PM; Fireworks begin at 9:15 PM
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and patriotic spirit—we'll see you Friday night! ❤️🤍💙
More event information: www.townofarlington.org/page/fireworks
🚦TRAFFIC ALERT🚦 The traffic signal at Airline Rd. & I-40 is currently flashing (north side of bridge).
Town staff is aware and Signal Maintenance crews have been notified and will work to resolve the issue.
Please use caution in the area until the signal is restored.
HYDRANT FLUSHING – WEEKLY UPDATE 💧(Week of June 22 - 26)
The AFD schedule for flushing hydrants this week is as shown on the attached map. This is part of the annual systemwide maintenance. Work will only occur between 9am - 4pm.
💧REMINDER: You may notice temporary water discoloration and/or lower pressure while crews are in your area. This is normal and should clear if you run cold water for a few minutes. We also recommend waiting to wash laundry until water runs clear.
All Town offices will be CLOSED today (June 19) in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
👉This is NOT a Trash Service holiday - collections will run on normal schedule.
🎉 Airline Road Is Open! 🎉 The wait is over. Airline Road is now open to traffic!
While it is open, there are still a few minor items to finish in the coming days. Those activities may require temporary lane or shoulder closures in small areas, but traffic will remain open during the work.
We're excited to have this connection back and appreciate everyone's patience during the project. Safe travels!
🎶 Music On The Square is this Saturday! 🎶
Join us at The Crossing Amphitheater in Depot Square this Saturday night for an evening of live music, food, and community fun!
This month’s featured band is HAIRSPRAY NATION.
📍 Music On The Square happens every 3rd Saturday from May through October and all concerts are FREE to attend (weather permitting). Food will be available for purchase, so come hungry and ready to enjoy a great night with friends and neighbors.
A big thank you to the Arlington Chamber for coordinating and to this month’s sponsors: SY Wilson & Co and Spreading Sunshine for helping make this event possible!
We’ll see you at the Crossing, Arlington!
🦖 Tomorrow's T-Rex Tea Party at the Library is officially FULL!
If you grabbed a spot, we can't wait to see you there. If not, don't worry, there's still plenty of summer fun ahead, including the Library's Foam Party next week and other fun events throughout the Summer Fun Series.
Stay tuned for more opportunities to join the fun!
Summer Fun Series: www.townofarlington.org/page/summer-fun-series
Library Calendar: www.townofarlington.org/page/programs
The Airline Road repair project is in its final stages, but it will take a little longer than originally anticipated. Instead of reopening in mid-June, we're now aiming for the end of June.
Crews are wrapping up final details and making sure everything is completed safely and ready for traffic before the road reopens.
Thank you for your patience during this closure. We know it's been a long few months, and we're looking forward to getting Airline Road back open as soon as possible! 🚗
It's a short week, but we're packing a lot of fun into it Arlington!
Town offices will be closed Friday in observance of Juneteenth, so be sure to take advantage of these great activities happening over the next four days:
🎨 Tuesday, 10 AM – Art in the Park (Crossing Market Pavilion)
Create your own masterpiece with the talented team from Dixon Gallery & Gardens. Registration is required.
🦴 Tuesday, 1 PM – Coon Creek Fossils (Library)
Young explorers can get up close with real fossils and discover the amazing creatures that lived millions of years ago. Registration is required.
🦖 Wednesday, 11 AM – T-Rex Tea Party (Library)
Dress in your dino best, bring your favorite dinosaur stuffie, and join the Library for dino snacks, dirt cups, and plenty of prehistoric fun. Registration is required.
🏀 Thursday, 10 AM – Inflatable Games (Dixon Robinson Park)
Challenge your friends with inflatable basketball, axe throwing, and other oversized games that are fun for kids of all ages.
For event details and registration information, visit the Town website and make plans to join us!
Summer Fun Series: www.townofarlington.org/page/summer-fun-series
Library Calendar: www.townofarlington.org/page/programs
HYDRANT FLUSHING – WEEKLY UPDATE 💧(Week of June 15 - 19)
The AFD schedule for flushing hydrants this week is as shown on the attached map. This is part of the annual systemwide maintenance. Work will only occur between 9am - 4pm.
💧REMINDER: You may notice temporary water discoloration and/or lower pressure while crews are in your area. This is normal and should clear if you run cold water for a few minutes. We also recommend waiting to wash laundry until water runs clear.
Just a reminder that there are two great community events happening tomorrow (6/13)!
🛍️ Arlington Crossing Market
8 AM-Noon | Forrest Street Park
✨ "Unearth the Magic" with Terry Hedges
1 PM | Safe Room
Shop local, then enjoy an afternoon of history, archaeology, reading, and magic. We hope to see you there!
The Line Dancing event scheduled at The Crossing is cancelled this morning due to the stormy weather moving into Town.
We will work to reschedule and share the new date when we have it. Sorry for any inconvenience.
📣 Oops... we're a little late on this one!
At our June 1st Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting, Arlington Elementary 4th grader William Grillis served as Mayor for the Day.
Before the school year ended, William met with Mayor Wissman, enjoyed lunch together at school, and had the chance to learn more about local government with his classmates. Then, on June 1, he took his seat beside the Mayor and even helped lead the Board meeting.
William did a fantastic job. And if we're being honest, it was one of the fastest meetings we've had in quite a while! In fact, William ran the meeting so efficiently that we completely forgot to post about it last week. Better late than never!
TWO WEEKS TO GO! The countdown is on for Arlington's Star Spangled Spectacular - and this year we're also celebrating America's 250th anniversary!
Mark your calendars for Friday, June 26, and get ready for live music, local food vendors, family fun, and a fireworks show to cap off the evening.
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and patriotic spirit to the Arlington Sports Complex. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
For event details, parking information, and what to bring: www.townofarlington.org/page/fireworks
🗳️ Are You Voter Ready, Arlington? 🗳️
The next Arlington Municipal Election is coming up on August 6, and voters will be choosing 3 Aldermen and 3 School Board members.
If you've recently moved to Arlington, have moved within Shelby County, or are a new voter, now is a great time to make sure your voter registration is up to date.
✔️ Check your voter registration status
✔️ Update your address if you've moved
✔️ Register to vote if you're a new or returning Shelby County resident
Important: Tennessee voter registration applications must be submitted at least 30 days before an election.
Don't wait until Election Day to discover there's an issue with your registration. Take a few minutes now to make sure you're ready to vote.
For voter registration, status checks, and election information, visit www.ElectionsShelbyTN.gov.
🚲 Know Your E-Bike - New TN law
We've received a number of questions about e-bike rules recently, so we wanted to share an upcoming change to Tennessee law.
Beginning July 1, 2026, riders must be at least 16 years old to operate a Class 3 e-bike. The current minimum age is 14. Helmet requirements also vary depending on the type of e-bike being ridden.
Not sure what class of e-bike your family has? Check the graphic below.
As always, all bike and e-bike riders should follow traffic laws, watch for pedestrians, and ride safely. A little knowledge goes a long way toward keeping everyone safe on our streets and trails.
🚧CLOSURE / DETOUR OF CHAMBERS CHAPEL RD🚧
Attached is a map with information about an upcoming road closure that will occur this week on the Lakeland/Arlington border.
When: from Tuesday, June 9 through Friday, June 12.
Where: Chambers Chapel Road from Chapel Hill Rd. to Memphis- Arlington Rd.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Lakeland staff at 901-867-5409.
