Tomberlin Julie, MD

A day at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is one sure way to stay cool in the Texas heat! This water park features several exciting water slides and pools as well as a kiddie pool area for the park's smaller guests. The intensity of these rides is fair to medium, meaning that it's perfect for younger kids. Fun attractions include Boogie Beach that features volleyball and music, and a Lazy River where you can float along on a tube at a leisurely pace. Also, don't miss the Hook's Lagoon interactive adventure, too.

When you are looking for cold beer, handmade cocktails and fun times, go no farther than Jack's Pour House in Grand Prairie where there are always daily specials available and ready at your fingertips. Whether you want to relax and watch the big game or enjoy a lively game of pool or darts, Karaoke or try your hand at the Casino-style amusement machines, Jack's is where you need to be. At Jack's they truly appreciate their customers and definitely go out of their way to offer personal service making them a must stop as part of your nightlife agenda. The people at Jack's promote a special and unique feature called their birthday club where members are featured monthly. Their bar is an ideal location for your next special event, so the next time you are hosting a party, think Jack's.

If you've got a future scientist in the family, or even if you and your brood just love stargazing, then a trip to the Planetarium at UT Arlington will prove to be the perfect intergalactic adventure. The out-of-this-world tool makes it possible to get an unbelievably close view of various stars and planets through their highly-powered telescope that is projected onscreen in the 165-seat viewing area. Also, the dome animation show is absolutely stunning. The Planetarium at UT Arlington does an excellent job of bringing the adventure of outer space up close for you and your family to discover and learn.