Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.
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Tuesday, Aug. 31
NOVA Running Club 5K
Bluemont Park (329 N. Manchester Street)
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
This course goes through W&OD trail and offers a low-key weeknight opportunity for exercises and getting to know your Arlington neighbors.
International Overdose Awareness Day
Virtual
Time: 7-8 p.m.
This ceremony includes a tribute to those we have lost to drug overdoses, a remembrance board and available resources for those struggling with addiction.
Wednesday, Sept. 1
Rosslyn Jazz Fest Neighborhood Pop-Up Performances
Central Place Plaza (1800 N. Lynn Street) & 1401 Wilson Blvd Park
Time: 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Crush Funk Brass Band will perform free outdoor jazz concert in two locations: Central Place Plaza (4:30-5:15 p.m.) and 1401 Wilson Blvd Park (5:45-6:30 p.m.).
Thursday, Sept. 2
Opening Reception: “Magnifica” Exhibition at Cody Gallery, Marymount University
Cody Gallery at Marymount University (1000 N. Glebe Road, Second Floor)
Time: 5-7 p.m.
This exhibit will feature new work by the Italian female artists Goldschmied & Chiari.
Brad Silnutzer performs at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse
Arlington Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: 7:15 p.m.
Writer and comedian Brad Silnutzer from Comedy Central’s list of Comics to Watch performs.
Friday, Sept. 3
Travel – All-Member show in the Focus Gallery at Gallery Underground
Gallery Underground in the Shops at Crystal City (2100 Crystal Drive)
Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
This exhibit features work based on the travels of the artists, both real travels and the imaginary.
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For Immediate Release
Progress for All Announces Inaugural Black Men Vote Virtual Town Hall
Date: April 19, 2024
Contact: Marc M. M. Peters
The Award is available to recent high school graduates and non-traditional students (see the application for more details). Each recipient may be awarded up to $20,000. Applicants are required to submit an online application form as well as a short video application.
The applicant must be an Arlington resident pursuing a career or technical education accredited program, within a high-growth career, that will be completed within two years.
The careers and programs include, but are not limited to:
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Audio, Video, and Sound Engineering Technicians
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Broadcast Technicians
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Commercial Drivers
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Culinary Arts
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Early Childcare Education
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Healthcare
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Information Technology and Computer Science
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Manufacturing and Skilled Trades (including welding, auto and aviation mechanics and technicians)
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Public Safety
ACFCU’s Free Homebuying 101 Webinar: Steps to Getting Pre-Approved
Are you ready to jump into homeownership, or have you started considering it but don’t know where to start?
Financial preparation is key when thinking about purchasing your first home and the first step to getting pre-approved. Join ACFCU for
Sweeney Todd
A victim of a gross injustice that robbed him of his wife and child, Sweeney Todd sets about exacting a terrible revenge on society.
