Friday, May 10, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it in Arlington and beyond?
1. “Stitching an Urban Pathway” — Panel Discussion, Walking Tour and Artists’ Reception When/Where: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Artisphere in Rosslyn. Why Go: Join the celebration of the Rosslyn Business Improvement District's first two temporary public art projects — the Artisphere Yarn Bomb and "All Aflutter," Rachel Hayes’ fiber art installations on four Rosslyn walkways. The event will feature a panel discussion, walking tour and artists’ reception. For details, call 703-522-6628 or check the day's itinerary here. This is one of several events planned for Arlington's Neighborhood Day celebration. Click here to see more. Price: Free to attend. 2. Donna the Buffalo at The State Theatre When/Where: 7 p.m. Saturday at The State …
Friday, May 3, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it in Arlington and beyond?
1. Clarendon Cinco de Mayo Block Party When/Where: Noon to 8 p.m. Sunday near the 3100 block of Clarendon Blvd. Why Go: Enjoy drink specials, mariachi bands, pinata fighting and more at five Clarendon restaurants: Clarendon Grill, Mad Rose Tavern (Registration Bar), Mister Days, and Sobe. The party starts with registration at Mad Rose Tavern between noon and 3 p.m. Price: $10 2. Third Annual Miss Gay Arlington at Freddie's When/Where: 8 p.m. Friday at Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant Why Go: Watch local contestants compete in the third annual Miss Gay Arlington competition Friday. A winner will be crowned around 11 p.m. after judges compile scores based on presentation, talent, evening gown and on-stage question. This year's theme is "The …
Thursday, April 25, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it in Arlington and beyond?
1. See "The Wizard of Oz" When/Where: 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Yorktown Theatre, plus an extra 2 p.m. showing on Saturday Why Go: Yorktown High School's spring musical offers "a new twist" on the classic story about Dorothy's trip over the rainbow into the land of Oz. Price: Adult tickets are $15; students tickets are $10. 2. Lord of the Rings Movie Festival When/Where: Noon to 10 p.m. Sunday at the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse, 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington Why Go: See all three Lord of the Rings movies and come dressed as your favorite character for a free pass to a future movie. The day also features trivia and Gollum impersonation contests. Price: $10 3. Georgetown House Tour 2013 When/Where: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. …
Friday, March 8, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it in Georgetown, Arlington and beyond?
1. Arlington Home Show and Garden Expo When/Where: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 Second St. S., Arlington. Why Go: Homeowners can get advice and ideas from one of more than 70 specialists participating, including county staff from inspection services, zoning and code enforcement, and the Green Home Choice Program Price: Free 2. 2013 Hopes and Dreams Cruise Gala and Auction When/Where: 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Sequoia on the Georgetown Waterfront, 3000 K St. NW, Washington. Why Go: The Annual Hyde-Addison gala and auction is the Georgetown elementary school's largest fundraiser. The cruise-themed gala will include dancing, food and auction items. Price: $50 per person, buy tickets here. 3. …
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Sequoia
3000 K St NW, Washington, DC
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Friday, March 1, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it in Georgetown and Arlington?
1. Girl Scout Cookie Sales When/Where: 2 to 6 p.m. Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at Saxbys Coffee, 1332 35th St. NW, Washington. Why Go: Pick up a box of your favorites. In Georgetown the Holy Trinity School troop will be selling at a booth at Saxbys Coffee. If you're looking for a booth in Arlington, use the handy cookie booth tracker. Price: $4 a box 2. Comedy by Barry Rothbart at the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse When/Where: 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse, 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington Why Go: Rothbart is considered a rising star in the comedy field and is one of the stars of MTV's "Punk'd." He has appeared on the Tonight Show With Jay Leno and a number of other television shows. Price: $20 3. …
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Saxbys Coffee
1332 35th St NW, Washington, DC
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Sprinkles Cupcakes
3015 M St NW, Washington, DC
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The Washington Harbour
3050 K St NW, Washington, DC
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Thursday, February 21, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it in Georgetown and Arlington?
1. Flying Squirrel Lore & More When/Where: 6 to 7 p.m. at the Long Branch Nature Center at 625 S. Carlin Springs Road, Arlington. Why Go: For children and adults. After an indoor presentation, watch Arlington’s flying squirrels glide in for an evening meal. Price: Registration required. $5 per person. 2. Boxwood Basics Gardening Class When/Where: 10 a.m. Saturday at Tudor Place, 1644 31st St. NW, Washington. Why Go: Since it is cold outside, spend some time thinking about warm sunny days out in the garden. This class led by expert Robert Saunders, of Saunders Brothers Nursery, will offer an in-depth lecture on boxwood care. Price: Members: $10, Nonmembers: $12 3. Yorktown High School Crew Row for Humanity When/Where: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on …
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Ballston Common Mall
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Long Branch Nature Center
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Tudor Place
1644 31st St NW, Washington, DC
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Friday, January 25, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it?
1. Cartoon Skate When/Where: Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Washington Harbour Ice Rink, 3050 K St. NW, Washington. Why Go: Take the family out for a day of skating with a twist as your favorite cartoon characters join you on the ice. Price: Adults $9, Children/Seniors/Military $7 and Skate Rental $5. 2. The Face Challenge at Pentagon City When/Where: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 S. Hayes St., Arlington Why Go: The Face Challenge will be at the Fashion Centre filming aspiring models emulating supermodels. The winner of the challenge will get a trip to New York City, makeup and a photo shoot. It's all a promotion for a new modeling competition featuring supermodel Naomi Campbell on the Oxygen …
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The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
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John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
2700 F St NW, Washington, DC
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The Washington Harbour
3050 K St NW, Washington, DC
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Friday, January 11, 2013
See what is happening this weekend.
1. Ice Skating Party to Benefit Concerts in the Park When/Where: From 4 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the Washington Harbour Ice Rink, 3050 K St. NW, and Tony & Joe's, 3000 K St. NW. Why Go: Get some exercise, spend some quality time with family and friends and help a good cause while you are at it. Proceeds from the skating party will support the Citizens Association of Georgetown's annual Concerts in the Park this summer, which is free and open to the public. Price: Tickets are $175 for three generations, $150 for 2 generations, $125 for a couple and $65 for one. 2. Rosebud Film Festival When/Where: The Artisphere, 1101 Wilson Blvd., beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday Why Go: Rosebud is an annual competition open exclusively to DC, Maryland, and …
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Tony & Joe's Seafood Place
3000 K St NW, Washington, DC
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Friday, January 4, 2013
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it?
1. Greg Harrison Jazz Band When/Where: 6 p.m. Saturday on the Millenium Stage at the Kennedy Center. Why Go: Take in a free performance and then expansive views of the Georgetown and the Potomac from the Kennedy Center balcony. According to the event notice: "The group performs standard jazz tunes in a swing jazz format based on the small bands of the ’30s, ’40s, and ’50s." Price: Free. 2. Comic Book & Sports Card Show When/Where: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner, 1960 Chain Bridge Road, McLean Why Go: With no comic book store in Arlington, shows like this help provide the fix for enthusiasts and collectors. Various vendors will have Golden Age, Silver Age, Bronze Age and modern comics, plus sports and nonsports…
Friday, December 7, 2012
The weekend is here! How are you going to spend it?
1. 58th Annual St. John's Greens Sale & Christmas Bazaar When/Where: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at St John's Episcopal Church Georgetown Parish, 3240 O St., NW. Why Go: This family-friendly event offers crafts for the kids, holiday wreaths and greens to make your home festive and food and carols to keep the whole family happy. Cost: Free to attend, prices for greens vary. 2. Miracle on 23rd Street When/Where: Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday outside (and continue inside) Linden Resources, 750 S. 23rd St., Arlington Why Go: This free event features a festive tree lighting, Santa Claus arriving on an Arlington County fire truck, holiday music performances, children's activities and food. Inside, crafts will be on sale. Linden Resources …
