☑️ Early Voting Starts Today!
Early voting for the August Municipal Elections and State & Federal Primary Elections is now underway Arlington. You can cast your ballot at the Arlington Safe Room (11842 Otto Lane).
📅 Dates: July 17– August 1 (closed Sundays)
- Weekday Hours: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday Hours: 10 AM – 4 PM
- Final Day (8/1): 8 AM – 4 PM
Skip the lines on Election Day and vote early at your convenience!
For more information: https://electionsshelbytn.gov/
Ready to make a splash? Our rescheduled Water Fun Day is happening tomorrow!
📅 Friday, July 17
🕘 9:00 a.m. - Noon
📍 Douglas Park (11777 Douglas Street - beside Arlington Elementary)
Grab your swimsuit, a towel, and come cool off with us! It's going to be a great way to beat the summer heat. ☀️🌊
We appreciate everyone's understanding after last week's postponement. Can't wait to see you tomorrow!
STREET SWEEPING STARTS MONDAY! Crews hit the streets July 20 (weather permitting) for our next Town-wide Street Sweep.
✅ What's getting cleaned? All public curbed streets (daytime) and major intersections + Town lots (overnight)
This takes about 5–7 days to cover the whole Town. Crews begin on the west side of town and move east, but exact day-by-day schedules will vary with weather and progress.
🚫 REMINDER: Please avoid parking on the street until your area has been swept. Once cleaned, you’re in the clear!
Let’s keep storm drains clear, roads tidy, and Arlington beautiful - together!
🎶 Music On The Square is this coming 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 THE ZEKE YARBRO BAND.
📍 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: Leaders Credit Union and NE Shelby Count Kiwanis for helping make this event possible!
We’ll see you at the Crossing, Arlington!
The Town of Arlington app keeps you in the loop with the updates that matter most:
✅ Road closures & traffic updates
✅ Event reminders
✅ Weather and emergency alerts
✅ Town news & announcements
✅ Facility closures and schedule changes
It's free, easy to use, and available for both Apple and Android devices.
Know someone who's always asking, "Wait...when did that happen?" Send them our way - they'll thank you later. 😉
🌽 The Arlington Crossing Market is going on this morning from 8 AM - Noon at the Crossing Pavilion (12090 Forrest St.).🍓
Join us for a variety of homemade and handmade goods from local vendors!
For more information and a list of vendors : www.townofarlington.org/page/the-market
UPDATE: Water Fun Day Postponed
Due to unforeseen circumstances and the potential for inclement weather, today's Sprinklers and Water Fun Day at Douglas Park has been postponed.
📅 The July 10 event has been rescheduled to Friday, July 17, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Douglas Park.
We know many of you were looking forward to splashing into the fun, and we apologize for the change. We hope you'll grab your swimsuit and towel and join us next Friday instead!
Join us for two fascinating presentations that are sure to get you thinking:
🧠 Monday, July 13 | 12:30 PM
The Upside of Stress: Can Stress Be Good for Your Health?
Dr. Rebecca Klatzkin of Rhodes College returns to explore what neuroscience tells us about stress—and how it can sometimes work in our favor.
🍺 Tuesday, July 21 | 12:30 PM
The Science of Beer
Professor Kim Brien takes a fun look at the chemistry behind brewing, the science of yeast, and even liquid nitrogen beer ice cream!
Attend either in person or virtually (contact the Senior Center to sign up).
Great speakers, great topics, and great conversation. We hope to see you there!
💡 Your future self will thank you.
Looking for more than just a paycheck? The Town of Arlington is hiring 3 Utility Workers in our Public Works Department.
This entry-level position is a great way to start building a career with benefits that can make a real difference:
✔️ 100% employer-paid health insurance
✔️ State pension plan
✔️ Paid vacation and sick leave
✔️ A stable career serving your community
Everyone starts somewhere. Why not start with a job that invests in your future?
Apply today:
👉 www.townofarlington.org/o/arlington/page/human-resources
💧 Hydrant Flushing Update 💧
Our annual fire hydrant flushing program was completed last week. Thank you for your patience while crews performed this important maintenance to help keep our water system operating safely and efficiently.
If you are still experiencing discolored water, please contact MLGW, your water provider, at 901-544-6549 for assistance.
Hey Arlington - we can't wait to see you at the Market this coming Saturday morning (July 11)!
We have some amazing vendors scheduled. Check the website for a full list: www.townofarlington.org/page/the-market
🦖 RAWR means "See you at the Library!" 🦖
Dinosaurs are stomping into Arlington for Dino Academy with Bright Star Touring Theatre! Meet the delightfully dino-obsessed Dr. Sarah Tops as she brings the prehistoric world to life through science, storytelling, and lots of laughs.
📅 Thursday, July 16 | 🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Market Pavilion (12090 Forrest St.)
No registration needed. Just bring your biggest dinosaur roar!
If you'd like more details - agendas, minutes, and recordings of Board meetings can be found on the Town website: www.townofarlington.org
TRASH SERVICE INTERRUPTION - A Trash truck went down before finishing today's route. As a result, not all homes were collected.
Areas that were missed include parts of Belmont and Cambridge Manor.
Waste Pro plans to finish the route tomorrow, so please leave your bin at the curb so it can be collected.
🍺 Alright Arlington Seniors, what's the science behind your favorite brew?
Join us at the Arlington Senior Center for another fascinating Lifelong Learning presentation!
- The Science of Beer - Tuesday, July 21 - 12:30 PM - In person or virtually (contact the Senior Center to sign up)
Professor Kim Brien, Associate Professor of Chemistry, will explore the chemistry and biochemistry behind the brewing process, how yeast transforms simple ingredients into beer, and even practical applications like making liquid nitrogen beer ice cream!
Whether you're curious about chemistry, enjoy learning something new, or just appreciate a fun and engaging presentation, this is one you won't want to miss.
If you're celebrating with fireworks this Fourth of July, here's your reminder:
- Consumer fireworks are permitted on July 4 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM.
Have fun, celebrate safely, and be a good neighbor. Have a happy and safe Fourth of July, Arlington!
🥵 It's going to be a HOT holiday weekend, Arlington! ☀️
As you head out to celebrate this weekend (or even today), don't let the heat catch you by surprise. Whether you're grilling, enjoying the pool, or tackling outdoor projects, take a few extra precautions to stay safe.
💧 Stay hydrated. 🌳 Take breaks in the shade or A/C. 🐾 Don't forget your pets. ❤️ Check on neighbors who may be more vulnerable to the heat.
And remember - never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle, even for a minute.
Have a fun, safe, and cool Independence Day weekend, Arlington!
Reminder: Town facilities will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.
There is no change to trash collection schedules.
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July as we celebrate America's 250th birthday!
Can stress actually be good for your health?
Join us at the Arlington Senior Center on Monday, July 13, at 12:30 PM as Dr. Rebecca Klatzkin from Rhodes College returns for another engaging Lifelong Learning presentation.
Dr. Klatzkin will explore the surprising ways stress affects our bodies and minds, when it can actually work in our favor, and what current neuroscience tells us about living healthier.
Whether you're looking to learn something new or simply enjoy thought-provoking discussions, this is one you won't want to miss.
📍 Attend in person or virtually. Call or email the Senior Center to sign up.
