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It's Monday, Arlington.
Let's pop into the good stuff!

🇺🇸 Happy Presidents Day, Arlingtonians! Whether you're honoring history or just enjoying the long weekend, we've got a lineup of local news and events to keep you busy.

👀 In today’s bubble:

• Your Week Ahead: Yoga, games, books, and global insights await

• Local Beats: ARL’s music scene this week

• Trivia Nights: ARL's Battle of Wits

📰 News Bites 
Quick local updates

🛫 New CC2DCA renderings reveal a 1,200-foot pedestrian bridge linking Crystal City to DCA, featuring benches, landscaping, and a canopy. The $57.2M project aims for completion by 2029-2030.

🏫 This month marks 66 years since Arlington Public Schools desegregated. Hear from two pioneering students. 🎥 Watch the full documentary here.

📚️ Bridgerton author Julia Quinn discussed romance writing at an Arlington Reads event, praising Shondaland’s inclusive adaptation and social media’s role in revitalizing the genre.

🚒 Arlington County Fire Department is seeking new recruits! Paid training, great benefits, and career growth await. Serve your community—apply today!

♨️ Sweathouz Expands in Arlington! Their second location, featuring infrared saunas and cold plunges, is coming soon to National Landing

☀️ Arlington County Summer Camps Registration Opens Soon! Registration for camps goes live at noon on Feb. 19. Secure a spot for summer fun.

🚔 Police Summer Camps Open for Applications! Arlington Police offer free summer camps for teens exploring law enforcement, forensic science, and leadership—plus a co-ed basketball camp and Safety Patrol training. Apply by May 4th.

🏙️ This Week in Arlington 
Weekday Happenings

🧘‍♀️ Yoga & Breathing – Relax, align, and restore at Central Library, 2:30 - 3:30 pm.

🐶 Name your adoption price with the Arlington Animal Welfare League. Find your perfect Player 2, aged 6+ months!

🎲 Board Game Night! Meet new people, learn strategy games, and play favorites at Aurora Hills Library from 6-8pm.

📖 Short Story Social Club: Join engaging discussions on unique short fiction at Courthouse Library, 6:30-7:30 PM. New members welcome!

🌍 Great Decisions Discussion Group – Explore global affairs and U.S. foreign policy at Cherrydale Library, 6:30 PM. Thought-provoking discussions await!

🍷 Tasty Tuesday: South African Wines! Sip and explore four unique selections at Screwtop, 5:30-7pm.

🎨 Mindful Art: Explore creativity and mindfulness through guided art activities at Courthouse Library, 6-7:30pm.

🇺🇸 Honoring President Jimmy Carter: Celebrate his legacy of peace and service at Mason Square, 6-8:30pm. Inspiring reflections, distinguished speakers, and community gathering.

🎤 BINGO Night at Northside Social! 7:30 pm in the Wine Bar—free to play.

🧘‍♀️ Morning yoga with Gina! Stretch, breathe, and refresh at UPSIDE—plus, get a free $5 gift card! Starts at 7am.

👩‍💼 Women in Business Networking: Connect, share insights, and grow your network at Lebanese Taverna, 5-6:30pm.

🎭 Drew Community Talent Show Auditions! Show off your skills, all ages welcome, 5-7pm.

🍷 Experience an unforgettable evening of fine wine and cuisine! Indulge in a five-course wine-pairing dinner at SER Restaurant featuring Bodegas Valdemar and special guest Jesús Bujanda-Mora, 5:30 - 9:30pm. Limited seats—reserve now!

🎤 Jaime French brings "The Just Okay Tour" to Arlington. Catch her live at Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse at 8pm.

💘 Speed dating in Arlington! Meet up to 12 potential matches, ages 24-39, at Astro Beer Hall. Register here.

🎤 Lavar Walker Live! The viral comedy sensation brings high-energy stand-up to Arlington. Don’t miss him on stage at 7pm. Additional shows on Friday & Saturday.

Friday

🎭 Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington explores Columbia Pike’s diverse cultures through a student-devised play. Starts at 7pm.

🎤 Laugh out loud with Patrice Deveaux! Catch this rising comedy star live at Crystal City Sports Pub at 8pm—featuring Amber Hendrix and Chris Porter.

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🎷 Live Music Lineup
Where to find your groove

The Renegade | Latin Night | Monday | Lessons 7:30pm | Live Band 8:30pm
The Renegade | Country Music Night | Wednesday | 8:00pm-11pm
Samuel Beckett's | Lenny Burridge | Thursday | 9:00pm-11:30pm
Samuel Beckett's | Drew Stevyns & Ian Lafferty | Friday | 9:30pm-11:30pm
Ragtime | Dallas Smith | Friday | 9:30pm
The Renegade | Dixon Hall | Friday | 9:30pm-1:30am

🧑‍🎓 Arlington Trivia Guide
Where to test your knowledge this week

Monday

• Ballston Local – 6 p.m. (Ballston)

• Quincy Hall – 7 p.m. (Ballston)

• Ragtime – 7 p.m. (Courthouse)

• William Jeffrey’s Tavern – 7-9 p.m. (Columbia Pike)

• Highline RxR – 7 p.m. (Crystal City)

• McNamara's Pub & Restaurant – 7 p.m. (Crystal City)

Tuesday

• Quincy Hall – 7 p.m. (Ballston)

• Rhodeside Grill – 7:30 p.m. (Courthouse)

• Board Room VA – 7 p.m. (Clarendon)

• Freddie’s Beach Bar – 7-9 p.m. (Crystal City)

• Nighthawk Brewery & Pizza – 7 p.m. (Pentagon City)

• Dudley’s Sport & Ale – 7 p.m. (Shirlington)

Wednesday

• Courthaus Social – 3-6 p.m. (Courthouse)

• O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub – 7 p.m. (Clarendon)

• Celtic House – 8 p.m. (Columbia Pike)

• Quinn’s on the Corner – 7 p.m. (Rosslyn)

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Have a great day, Arlingtonians!