Good Wednesday evening, Arlington. Today we published articles that were read a total of 7099 times… so far.
📈 Top stories
The following are the most-read articles for today — May 17, 2023.
- County adds all-way stops along Little Falls Road and in Ballston to increase pedestrian safety
- Morning Notes
- Just Reduced Properties in Arlington
- Lao restaurant Padaek and an acai bowl eatery are coming to the Arlington Ridge Shopping Center
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on Thursday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
- 5:00 pm: Mary Taylor Free Wine Tasting at The Brew Shop
- 6:30 pm: Fifth Annual EcoExtravaganza
☀️ Thursday’s forecast
Sunny, with a high near 69. Northeast wind 7 to 9 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. Southeast wind 6 to 10 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
💡 Quote of the Day
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
🌅 Tonight’s sunset
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Children’s Weekday Program (CWP) is a non-profit preschool rooted in a play-based philosophy. We focus on developing a love of learning and exploration, cooperation, empathy, and independence.
Our caring and experienced educators create opportunities for children 16 months to 5 years old to play, learn, and grow in a nurturing environment of child-centered and developmentally appropriate experiences.
Initially established more than 50 years ago in South Arlington, CWP continues to be a lauded program in the Northern Virginia area. We are extremely proud to have been recognized as a Best Preschool in Northern Virginia Magazine for the last 4 years.
Located now in North Arlington at 2666 Military Road, CWP offers a part-time parents day out and preschool program with options to extend care both before and after school. We offer a supportive and inclusive school community for children and parents alike and welcome all families to join our school!

The Optimist Club of Arlington is holding its 77th annual Christmas tree sale!
This year, the tree sale will be held at the Knights of Columbus (5115 Little Falls Road). The lot opens for sales on November 24th. The Optimist Club is selling small and large trees ranging from tabletop size to 10 foot tall trees! Wreaths, garland, tree stands, and White House Christmas ornaments will also be for sale.
100% of all proceeds go towards helping Arlington County youth.
For more information, please visit the Arlington Optimists website at https://optimistclubofarlingtonva.org/.
Holiday Art Show
Holiday Art Show featuring artists: Peter Fitzgerald, Claire Plante, Alanna Rivera, and Suzy Scollon. At the Barcroft Community House, 800 South Buchanan St., Arlington, VA. Dec. 8 from, 2 PM to 8 PM and Dec. 9 from 10 AM to
Christmas Tree Sales
2023 Christmas Tree Sales Begin
Saturday, December 2
Get your holiday decorating off to the right start this year! We will be selling 150 Fraser firs, freshly cut and delivered from Sparta, North Carolina.
Sale Hours: