Here's a look at MyArlingtonTX.com's top five events scheduled for Friday, August 9 - Sunday, August 11.

World's Largest Reptile Show Invades Arlington

Colorful lizards, hard-shell turtles and tortoises, and a collection of scaly serpents should lure thousands of people to the National Association of Reptile Breeders Conference (NARBCO opening this weekend at the Arlington Convention Center. Show hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $15 adults and $8 for children ages 5-12.

Theatre Arlington Presents "The Foreigner"

Another award-winning play opens this Friday at Theatre Arlington. Don't miss "The Foreigner." A story about a shy boy named Charlie, who is overcome with fear at the thought of having a conversation with strangers. When a rumor starts that Charlie is from an exotic foreign country and speaks no English he overhears more than he should. The fact he understands every devious word fuels nonstop hilarity and sets up the wildly funny climax. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $5. Not suitable for children under 17.

Backyard Composting Classes

Hear City of Arlington "Master Composter" volunteers share tips and techniques during Saturday's composting class at the composting display in the Science Center's parking lot area. The class includes demonstrations of proper pile building and a worm compost bin. Attendees will receive a free book. No need to register. Dress for the weather. For more information, call 817.459.6778 or visit www.arlingtontx.gov.

Visit the Smithsonian Without Leaving Arlington

There's still time to see the Arlington Museum of Art's summer exhibition Harlem Renaissance: A Celebration of Art & Culture. This exhibit features works from artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Charles White, Aaron Douglas and Richmond Barthé. While there, be sure to visit Arlington's first Smithsonian art exhibition, William H. Johnson: An American Modern. This exhibit, curated by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibits Services (SITES), brings 20 pieces of Johnson's work, including paintings, drawings and pictures.

Tickets - Admission to the exhibit is $8 for adults; $5 for students and seniors (over 65); free to members and children under 12 with an adult. Ticket price includes admission to both exhibits. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Take a Dip in the Pool!

City pools will be open this weekend, so find the one nearest you and dive in!

Allen Bolden Pool
817-472-8950

Bad Königshofen
Family Aquatic Center
817-459-5223

Helen Wessler Play Pool
817-275-7561

Howard Moore Play Pool
817-275-0712

Hugh Smith Indoor Pool
817-275-0513

Randol Mill
Family Aquatic Center
817-275-7542

Woodland West Pool
817-277-0582

Seasonal Swim Passes are good at outdoor pools through Labor Day weekend. Passes are sold at all City of Arlington swimming pools. Cash and credit cards are accepted at the outdoor pools. For more information, please call (817) 459-5462.

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