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Happy Monday!
Let's pop into the good stuff.
☕️ Rise and shine, Arlingtonians! Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀
👀 In today’s bubble:
St. Patrick’s Day Deals: Green mimosas, Irish cocktails & More
Spring Shopping Spree: Explore 15 Arlington pop-ups for unique finds
Free Treats & Games! Doughnuts, video games & events at Mason Square
Your Arlington cheat sheet starts now ⬇️
📰 News Bites
Quick local updates
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Deals in Rosslyn! Sip green mimosas, enjoy Irish cocktails, and Gold’s Gym memberships up to 40% off through today.
🏢 Argan, Inc. Relocates to Arlington: The company’s new Ballston HQ offers prime access to transit, business hubs, and local amenities. Argan provides engineering, procurement, and construction services for power plants.
📈 Arlington Rents Soar 12.1%! The county leads the D.C. metro in rising rental costs, with average rent hitting $2,591 amid increased demand and economic uncertainty.
🅿️ ARL Parking Rates Rise: Some Ballston spots now cost $4.25/hour as the county adjusts pricing in its ongoing pilot program. Cheaper rates remain in Pentagon City.
🏫 Parents Push for Summer School Changes: ARL trims summer programs, sparking concerns over learning loss. Parents and teachers urge APS to expand in-person instruction for students.
🍽️ Arlington Magazine’s Must-Try New Restaurants! From Lantern’s Asian eats to Simply Banh Mi’s pho and Ravenna’s Roman-style pizza, ARL’s dining scene is buzzing.
🌺 Spring Shopping Spree! Explore 15 pop-up markets in Arlington for vintage finds, handmade goods, plants, books, and consignment deals.
🌸 Cherry Blossoms & Bites! Arlington celebrates spring with themed cocktails, sweet treats, and festive events, including Pink in the Park, music nights, and a blossom night market.
🎒 Mini News Bites
Updates for the Kiddos
🏆 APS Honors Top Educators! Teachers, leaders, and staff recognized for excellence, with a celebration on May 28 at Washington-Liberty High School.
💰 APS Unveils $845M Budget: Prioritizing staff pay, student needs, and safety while addressing funding challenges and reducing Central Office costs.
🏙️ This Week in Arlington
Weekday Happenings
Today
☘️ St. Patrick’s Day at Celtic House! Doors open at 9 AM for breakfast, with all-day festivities, Irish fare, and plenty of pints. Live music kicks off at 4 PM.
🍩 Free Doughnuts at Mason Square! Kick off the Spring 2025 Plaza Season with free treats from Good Company Doughnuts. 12-1:30 PM while supplies last!
🎮 Video Game Social at Mason Square! Grab a controller and jump into Nintendo favorites like Mario Kart, Just Dance, and Super Smash Bros. 5:30-7:30 PM each Monday through May 16.
🗣️ Community Oversight Board (COB) Forum! Learn about Arlington’s COB, its policies, and how to submit a complaint in this public forum. 7-8:30 PM.
Tuesday
🍹 Causes & Cocktails: Join us at William Jeffrey’s Tavern for drinks and a discussion on immigration, with speakers from ECDC, Just Neighbors, and NOVA Friends of Refugees. 5:30-7 PM.
💃 Bailemos! Salsa & Bachata at Mason Square Join Ferocity Dance Company for a fun, high-energy dance session every Tuesday from 6-7 PM through May 13! More info here.
🧶 Keep Calm & Carry Yarn at Aurora Hills Library! Whether you're a beginner or an advanced knitter or crocheter, bring your projects and creativity to this social knitting event. 6-7:30 PM.
🎨 Mindful Art at Courthouse Library! Explore the therapeutic benefits of art and mindfulness in a serene setting with guided activities for self-expression and reflection. 6-7:30 PM.
📖 Arlington and the Civil War: In Defense of Freedom. Discover how Union forts shaped Arlington’s role in the Civil War and offered a path to freedom in this historical talk. 7-7:45 PM at Glencarlyn Library.
Wednesday
🧘 Yoga with Gina at Upside on Moore! Drop in for an energizing 7-8 AM flow and receive a $5 credit to use at Upside that day. All levels welcome!
🔬 Volunteer for Aspire Community STEM Night at Arlington Mill! Work with students on a hands-on science, technology, engineering, or math project at this engaging volunteer event. 5-6 PM.
🌸 Early Spring Wildflower Walk at Long Branch Nature Center! Discover spring beauties, bloodroot, and trout lilies on this guided nature walk. 5:30-6:30 PM.
🧘 Outdoor Yoga with Mind the Mat. Join this all-levels class in Mason Square from 6-7 PM every Wednesday through May 16.
🌿 Volunteer Leadership Training at Fairlington Community Center. Build skills to lead and support EcoAction Arlington’s environmental efforts in this hands-on training. 6-8 PM.
🌸 Floral Workshop at Detour Coffee! Create beautiful flower arrangements in this hands-on floral workshop. 7-8:30 PM.
Thursday
🎨 Art & Light! Celebrate the opening of A Brighter Light with local artists at Alliance Gallery. Enjoy stunning works, meet the artists, and soak in the creativity! 5-7 PM. More info here.
🌸 Early Spring Wildflower Walk at Gulf Branch Nature Center! Discover spring beauties, bloodroot, and trout lilies on this guided nature walk from 5:30-6:30 PM.
🎮 Teen eSports Night at Arlington Mill Community Center! Dive into the world of competitive gaming and build new skills at this interactive event. 6-8 PM.
💪 Pilates with Mind the Mat. Join this high-energy outdoor Pilates class at Mason Square from 6-7 PM every Thursday through May 16.
🎶 Spring Solstice Shamanic Sound Journey! Connect with the energies of the Spring Equinox through soothing sounds and shamanic healing, guiding you to higher states of consciousness. 6-7:30 PM.
🎨🍷 Paint & Sip! Unleash your inner artist at Upside on Moore with a guided painting session and a glass of wine in hand. No experience needed—just bring your creativity! 6:30-8:30 PM.
🎬️ Women’s Adventure Film Tour at Arlington Drafthouse! Enjoy a thrilling selection of films highlighting extreme sports, personal journeys, and boundary-pushing storytelling. 7 PM. Get tickets here.
Friday
🎭 "Oliver!" by St. Andrew’s Players. The classic musical Oliver Twist comes to life at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, premiering March 21-29.
💃 Zumba Power Hour at Mason Square! Join this high-energy cardio dance class every Friday from 5:30-6:30 PM through May 16.
🔥 Spring Seeds Campfire at Long Branch Nature Center! Drop in for a cozy evening around the fire with stories, songs, and s’mores at this family-friendly event. 6:30-7:30 PM.
👶 Parent's Night Out at Walter Reed Community Center! Enjoy an evening off while your kids (ages 5-10) have fun with games and activities at this drop-off program. 6-10 PM; $35 per child.
🌸 Spring Flower Workshop with Sparkling Wine & Light Bites! Create beautiful floral arrangements while enjoying sparkling wine and light bites at this fun workshop.7-9 PM.
🏅 Teen Friday Night Sports at Lubber Run Community Center! Drop in for basketball and volleyball this week. 7-8:45 PM.
🏀 Ballin’ at the Mill: Late Night Basketball! Hit the court for late-night hoops at Arlington Mill Community Center. Starts at 9 PM.
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🎷 Live Music Lineup
Where to find your groove
🎶 New Music Alert: Arlington’s Megan Clancy, a Northside Social live music regular, just dropped a new song on Spotify! Listen here. 💿️
📍 Samuel Beckett's
Today: Irish Music at 12:30 PM; Lenny Burridge Duo at 4 PM; Spike Burton at 8 PM
Thursday: Lenny Burridge at 9:00 PM
Friday: Lil Rob Ralston at 9:30 PM
Saturday: Mike Leverone at 9:30 PM
📍 The Renegade
Tonight: Latin Night – Lessons at 7:30 PM, Live Band at 8:30 PM
Wednesday: Country Music Night at 8:00 PM
Thursday: Mohawk Adam at 7:00 PM
Friday: Hijynx at 9:30 PM
Saturday: Rock Creek Kings at 8:00 PM
📍 Three Whistles
Friday: Dave Palmer Trio at 8 PM
Saturday: Karafolke – Tommy Rueckert at 8 PM
Know a great local music venue? Share your picks at [email protected]—we love featuring your Arlington favorites!
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