Hold onto your baseball caps, Arlington families! The man whose voice has been the soundtrack to countless Rangers victories, heartbreaks, and unforgettable moments is about to create some magic for your little ones. Eric Nadel – yes, THE Eric Nadel – is coming to the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library for a special story hour that’ll have your kids talking about it all summer long.
This is Baseball Royalty Coming to Your Neighborhood Library
Here’s what makes this absolutely incredible:
- 46 years of calling Rangers baseball – that’s longer than most of us have been alive!
- Third-longest continuous stint with one team in all of Major League Baseball
- The actual voice you hear on the radio during Rangers games
- Author of four books, including his latest illustrated limerick book LIM-ERIC!
When: Wednesday, July 23rd, 12 to 1 p.m. Where: George W. Hawkes Downtown Library Cost: FREE (because the best things in life really are free!) Ages: Perfect for kids under 12
Why Your Kids Will Love This (Even If They Don’t Know Baseball Yet)
Eric Nadel isn’t just a baseball announcer – he’s a storyteller who’s been painting pictures with words for nearly half a century. The man who can make a routine fly ball sound like poetry is about to work that same magic with children’s stories.
What makes this special:
- He’s bringing “very special guests” (mystery guests = extra excitement!)
- His latest book LIM-ERIC! is full of illustrated limericks that kids will giggle over
- He’s been entertaining families for decades – he knows how to captivate an audience
- This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet a Texas sports legend
The Perfect Summer Activity
This couldn’t be better timing:
- It’s during lunch hour, so perfect for a midday adventure
- Air-conditioned library = escape from this Texas heat
- Educational and fun – the best combination for summer activities
- No registration required – just show up and enjoy!
What Parents Are Really Getting
While your kids are mesmerized by stories from a broadcasting legend, you’re getting:
- A chance to meet the voice of Rangers baseball in person
- A cool story to tell other parents (“My kid met Eric Nadel!”)
- An hour of entertainment that doesn’t involve screens
- A memory your family will treasure forever
Fun fact: Eric Nadel’s book sales help support the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation, so even his storytelling gives back to the community!
Why This Matters Beyond Baseball
Eric Nadel represents something special:
- Consistency – 46 years with one team shows incredible dedication
- Community connection – he’s been part of Arlington families’ lives for decades
- Storytelling mastery – he turns ordinary moments into unforgettable memories
- Local legend – how often does a true Arlington icon come to your library?
The Inside Scoop
What we know:
- Eric Nadel has written four books, so he knows how to connect with readers
- His limerick book LIM-ERIC! is specifically designed to make kids laugh
- He’s bringing mystery special guests (Rangers mascot? Former players? The suspense!)
- The Texas Rangers and Friends of Arlington Public Library are sponsoring this – it’s going to be good!
What we’re guessing:
- There will probably be Rangers gear and giveaways
- Photo opportunities with a broadcasting legend
- Stories that blend baseball magic with childhood wonder
- An experience your kids will brag about to their friends
The Practical Details
No registration required – but here’s the catch: space is limited and it’s first come, first served. Translation: get there early!
Perfect for kids under 12 – old enough to appreciate meeting someone famous, young enough to love story time.
Questions? Call (817) 459-6900 or email [email protected]
The Bottom Line
This Wednesday at noon, one of the most recognizable voices in Texas sports is going to sit down with your kids and share stories. Not from the radio booth at Globe Life Field, but right here in your neighborhood library.
What you’re really getting:
- A chance for your kids to meet a true Texas legend
- An hour of professional-level storytelling
- A memory that’ll last longer than any toy or game
- The coolest “what I did this summer” story for when school starts
Fair warning: This is the kind of event that becomes legendary in your family. Years from now, your kids will still be talking about the day they met the voice of the Texas Rangers.
Ready to make some magic happen? Head to the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library this Wednesday at noon. Bring your kids, bring your curiosity, and get ready to experience the storytelling skills that have captivated Rangers fans for nearly half a century.
Because when a broadcasting legend offers to read to your kids, you don’t ask questions – you just show up and enjoy the magic!
