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Money and Me: Aug. 8

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August 8, 2026 11:00am

Start the school year with hands-on activities, family fun and practical money lessons at Money and Me!

Join us from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at River Legacy Nature Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, TX 76006.

This free, family-friendly event brings together workshops, activities and community resources to help Greater Arlington families build financial confidence together.

What to Expect

Family workshops - Kids in K-5th grade and their parents can participate in engaging, hands-on sessions that make learning about money fun.

Discover helpful community resources – Visit with local organizations and learn about programs, services and opportunities available to support your family.

Explore River Legacy Nature Center - Enjoy interactive exhibits, native wildlife displays and nature experiences.

Earn a free backpack - Children will receive a “passport” to collect stamps through workshop participation. Complete the passport to earn a free backpack.

Workshop Schedule

  • 11 a.m. — Semillas de Sueños: Creando Metas de Dinero
  • 11:30 a.m. — Budget Trail: Smart Spending Adventures
  • Noon — Growing Your Money Tree: Saving for the Future
  • 12:30 p.m. — Dream Seeds: Setting Money Goals
  • 1 p.m. — Budget Trail: Smart Spending Adventures
  • 1:30 p.m. — Cultivando Tu Árbol de Dinero: Ahorrando para el Futuro

Questions? Email Shanna.Snider@unitedwaytarrant.org.

Money and Me is hosted by United Way of Tarrant County–Greater Arlington’s Financial Stability Partnership, a team of staff, community members and local agencies promoting self-sufficiency programs and resources, including free tax preparation services.