📣 League of Women Voters of Arlington & Alexandria City (LWVAAC) is hosting a virtual candidate forum for Virginia Senate District 39 and Virginia House District 5.
Your voice matters and it’s a double-header!
Announcements
Dreaming of summer? Art House 7 is already there, offering a fabulous range of quality summer camps for ages 5-14. Your kids will love the creative themes and fun teachers. We’ll be making pottery, painting, drawing, printmaking, and sculpting. Among our camp themes: modern masters of art, “green” art, animals, fairytales, and folk stories. Our weekly camps are morning or afternoon, Monday-Friday.
Art House 7 is near the Lee Harrison Shopping Center in Arlington. We have a 2-story studio and free parking.
The YMCA renovation plans would remove all indoor tennis courts from its facilities currently located in Virginia Square / Clarendon. If approved, this change would eliminate the most accessible indoor tennis option in Arlington.
Indoor tennis plays a unique role in community health and recreation. Tennis is a lifelong, social sport that supports cardiovascular health, mobility, balance, and mental well-being for players ranging from children to senior citizens. Unlike many fitness options that are primarily solitary, tennis fosters connection, intergenerational play, and sustained community engagement.
Membership Opportunity For Retired Federal Employees
If you are recently retired from the federal government within the past year, are over 50 years old, and are a resident of Arlington, Encore Learning would like to invite you to become a member! Encore Learning provides lifelong learning opportunities during the day with classes, clubs and events. As a newly retired member of our community, we’d love you to learn more about us.
The January meeting will be held on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00 pm. Our theme is “Building a Beloved Community”. “Beloved Community” is a vision of a society where justice, love, and equality prevail, popularized by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Our guest speaker is Rev. Dr. Adrian Nelson II, the pastor of Lomax African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church and a Dr. King Scholar.
Reverend Doctor Adrian V. Nelson, II was appointed to the Lomax A.M.E. Zion Church in May 2018. Rev. Nelson was born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Montgomery County, Maryland. He is a proud graduate of Hampton University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics. Pastor Nelson also earned a Juris Doctorate degree from the Marshall-Wythe School of Law at the College of William & Mary. Additionally, he earned a Master of Divinity degree and Doctor of Ministry degree from Wesley Theological Seminary. His doctoral paper was entitled, “Transforming Racially Homogenous Church into Racially Welcoming Churches Using Howard Thurman’s The Church for the Fellowship of All Peoples as a Model.” Dr. Nelson is a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Saint Ann Preschool Highlights
Develops the whole child—spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically
There is still time to register for winter art-making classes! We have a wide array of classes for kids, teens, and adults focusing on painting, printmaking, mixed-media, and much more. Programs are filling up so register today!
After months of nail-biting uncertainty and an intense search, Tennis String Theory — a boutique tennis shop known for precision, education, and highly personalized service — is proud to announce its new Falls Church location, just minutes from its former home.
The relocation marks an important milestone for the locally owned tennis business, which specializes in expert racket fitting, professional tennis stringing, and personalized service for players of all levels. Finding the right space was both stressful and challenging, as the team sought a location that was affordable, accessible, and supportive of long-term growth in the Falls Church community.
Wood & Iron Gameday Arlington is hiring Operating Partners and Assistant Operating Partners for both Front of House and Back of House (Kitchen) operations.
Open Positions Include:
Join us for a full weekend honoring the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through music, worship, and acts of justice.
Friday, Jan. 16 | 7 PM – beheld Concert
Early motherhood can feel isolating—especially when your partner serves in a high-demand federal or national security role. This confidential, welcoming space offers connection and practical support with others who truly understand this lifestyle. Led by Postpartum Specialist, Sarah Moore, LPC. 4-Meetings on Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM. Starting January 20. Fee: $75 per week. Find out more at sarahmoorelpc.com.
January 12th through the 17th, EvolveAll Martial Arts and Training Studio will offer free intro programs in all its classes—from MOTR Pilates and Yoga to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Youth Martial Arts.
For more the 15 years, EvolveAll has established itself as a space where people can develop their skills and challenge their limits. EvolveAll’s programming offers something for everyone with more martial arts disciplines than any other studio in Virginia. Programs include Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Striking, Boxing, Tai Chi Chuan, Capoeira, Pilates, Self-Defense, Women’s Only Jiu Jitsu, Women’s Kickboxing, Fitness Bootcamp, Yoga, and Youth Martial Arts (ages 5-15).