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👀 In today’s bubble:

• ARL Best Burgers? Jon’s Joint earns rave reviews

• Resource Fair: Support for federal workers & contractors

• Pet of the Week: Meet Carlton Banks, a lovable, energetic pup!

Your Arlington cheat sheet starts now ⬇️

📰 News Bites 
Quick local updates

🙏 Honoring K-9 Deuce: Arlington’s most decorated police dog, remembered for his courage, loyalty, and dedicated service from 2013 to 2021.

🎭 King Cakes were stacked high at Bayou Bakery, bringing Mardi Gras spirit to Arlington before Lent.

🏢 A Rosslyn State Department building may be sold amid federal spending cuts, potentially impacting local operations and economy.

🏡 Arlington zoning changes could classify more homes as “non-conforming,” affecting development, tree canopy, and flooding prevention efforts.

🏆️ Arlington Transportation Partners launches Champions 2025, helping businesses improve commuting with transit benefits, bikeshare, and commuter-friendly programs.

📚 Arlington Public Library’s must-read March picks include mafia secrets, senior assassins, and hidden WWII heroines. Find your next favorite!

🍜 Thai O-Cha Express brings fast-casual Thai cuisine to Langston Blvd, honoring Hunan Village’s legacy with some Chinese favorites.

🍔 Jon’s Joint Smashburgers are a Must-Try! Arlington Magazine raves about this Buckingham spot serving crispy, umami-packed burgers made with house-ground halal beef.

🎒 Mini News Bites
Updates for the Kiddos

🏕️ Best Sleepaway Camps Near Arlington! From zip-lining to sailing, these adventure-filled camps offer kids the ultimate summer experience. Sign up fast!

⏳ Last chance! Register now for Stay & Play programs for toddlers (12-36 months), starting Monday, March 10. Don’t miss out!

📝 Weekend Registration Help! Visit Lubber Run Community Center March 8, 9 AM - 4 PM for class and camp assistance.

🐶 Pet of the Week
Because…awwwww…

In West Philadelphia born and raised…well, not exactly—but this charming pup is ready to steal the spotlight in his forever home! Carlton Banks is a total people-lover, always eager to make new friends (humans and dogs alike). His enthusiasm is unmatched—sometimes a little too unmatched, as he’s been known to express his excitement through some, ahem, over-the-top affection. But don’t worry, with guidance and a well-matched canine sibling, Carlton thrives!

📩 If you are interested in adopting Carlton Banks, please send an email to [email protected] to arrange an initial virtual meet & greet with the pet’s foster parent or a staff member.

🥳 This Weekend in Arlington
Weekend Happenings

Today 🌇 

🥂 Sip and celebrate Women’s History Month with wines from a woman-owned winery at Beauty Champagne & Sugar Boutique! 4:30-7PM.

🍷 $5 Friday Wine Classes! Drop in 5-8 PM at Pentagon City Wine Merchant to sip, learn, and enjoy!

👪️ Family Night Fun! Join us at Carver Community Center for games, crafts, and inflatables. First Fridays, 6-8 PM!

🎨 Celebrate Women’s History Month at Northside Social’s Local Art Show. Enjoy live music, an art market, and live painting from 6-9 PM!

🎤 Dulcé Sloan Live! Don’t miss this Daily Show alum’s sharp, hilarious stand-up March 7-9. Shows at 7 PM & 9:30 PM!

🎲 Singles Mixer Game Night at Highline RxR! Meet new people, enjoy games, themed drinks, and prizes. 7-9:30 PM.

😂 Best of Northern VA Comedy Night – Laugh out loud with top local comedians at this monthly showcase, hosted by Joe Buccino Comedy at John Lyon VFW, 7:30PM.

🎤 Comedy Night at El Rey! Enjoy top DMV comedians, tacos, and margaritas at 8 PM in Ballston. Free admission—RSVP encouraged!

🏀 Ballin' at the Mill! High schoolers, enjoy late-night basketball, music, and games (9 PM - 12 AM.)

Saturday 🪩

🐾 A Baby Shower for Rescue Animals! Join from 10 AM - 12 PM to celebrate kittens and wildlife babies while supporting their care. Free event—gifts encouraged!

🎨 Crafty Kids Take & Make at Courthouse! Pick up a Take & Make craft bag with supplies and instructions to create at home. Perfect for preschool, elementary & middle school students (10 AM - 5 PM). First come, first served!

🧘 Yoga in the Galleries! Join at 11 AM at MoCA Arlington for movement, creativity, and mindfulness.

📢 Resource Fair for Federal Workers & Contractors: Get support for unemployment, mental health, housing, and more from 12-5 PM. Accessible by Metro, bus, and bike!

🖋️ Second Saturday Crafternoon Workshops: Drop in any time between 1:30-3 PM to try new supplies and create a faux stained glass panel at Fairlington Community Center Art Studio (room 130).

🪴 Intro to Sacred Plant Medicine: Explore the spiritual and medicinal wisdom of plants with Allison Tilluma (3:30–5 PM). Sign up here.

🎬 Teen Pizza & Movie Saturday: The Hunger Games! Get ready for the new Hunger Games novel release with a movie screening & free pizza at Shirlington Library from 2-4:30 PM. Registration recommended—walk-ins welcome!

🍷 Northside Social Arlington hosts The Saturday SIP, celebrating Women’s History Month with a “Women in Wine” tasting from 5:30 - 7:30 PM.

🧘‍♀️ Honoring the Plants: Shamanic Breathwork: Experience deep healing and connection through guided breathwork (6-7:30 PM). Reserve your spot.

🛼 Family Skate Night Returns! Join from 6-9 PM at TJ for skating, music, and fun! Pre-register online!

🎭 Teen Night: Mardi Party! Join from 7-10 PM at Lubber Run for games, esports, and crafts!

🎤 Rhodeside Comedy Bunker is back! Enjoy a night of stand-up with Eddie Morrison, Randolph Terrance, and Laura Patton on at 7 PM at Rhodeside Grill!

😂 Laugh, sing, and compete! Join The Comedy Karaoke Trivia Funtime Show at Highline RXR @ 7:30 PM.

💃 Experience the magic! AVA Dance Company showcases stunning performances tonight and Sunday @ 7 PM at Gunston Arts Center.

⚽ Kick'n It Late Night! High schoolers, join from 9 PM-12 AM at Gunston for soccer, music, and fun!

Sunday 💫

🎭 Experience The Margriad at Avant Bard Theatre! A bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s Queen Margaret, weaving ambition, power, and tragedy. March 7-29.

🌿 Discover the Powhatan People! Learn about their language, food, and culture from 1-2 PM. Registration required!

🏞️ Restore Nature at Jamestown Park! Join from 1-3 PM to remove invasive plants and support local wildlife!

🌲 Help Restore Nature! Join from 2-4 PM at Fort C.F. Smith Park to remove invasive plants and support local wildlife!

🎲 Board Game Afternoon at Central! Join from 2-5 PM for strategy games, fun, and community. No registration required!

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🎷 Live Music Lineup
Where to find your groove

📍 Ragtime
Friday: Adam Forbes at 9:30 PM
Saturday: Dan Fody at 9:30 PM

📍 The Renegade
Friday: Collective at 9:30 PM
Saturday: Dr. Fu at 9:30 PM

📍 Three Whistles
Friday: Dulcetones at 8 PM
Saturday: Karafolke – Tommy Rueckert at 8 PM

📍 Samuel Beckett's
Friday: Jon Cresswell at 9:30 PM
Saturday: David Thong at 9:30 PM

📍 O'Sullivan's
Saturday: The Darts at 9:30 PM

Know a great local music venue? Share your picks at [email protected]—we love featuring your Arlington favorites!

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Have a great day, Arlingtonians!