A “community mural” that residents painted in collaboration with a local artist was unveiled Saturday inside a Buckingham affordable housing complex.
“Growing Together: The Forest of Us” depicts a scene in Lubber Run, nearby The Cadence at 4333 Arlington Blvd. Artist Lianna Zaragoza led six community workshops to create the mural as part of the 2024 IMPACT Art Residency Program.
Good Friday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Nov 22, 2024.
Since it’s Friday, we’ve also compiled a list of the most-read articles of the week, below.
Here is what’s going on Saturday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Here are the events planned for Sunday:
Clouds will increase throughout the day, reaching a high of about 54 degrees alongside a northwest wind blowing at 14 to 17 mph, gusting up to 28 mph. On Saturday night, expect partly cloudy skies and a low of roughly 42 degrees. The west wind will blow at 8 to 13 mph, gusting up to 18 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
“People who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.”
– Apple Inc.
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The Washington Post has published its latest assessment of Arlington’s dining landscape, including eight restaurants it considers to be among the best in the county.
The Post describes a dynamic restaurant scene that “ebbs and flows like the rest of the Washington region, depending on who’s dishing up something new and who’s willing to stretch their gustatory comfort zone.”
Meet Fresa, the newest Adoptable Pet of the Week!
This brown and white girl is currently up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Arlington and has been waiting to find her forever home.
Arlington’s real estate market reflects the broader community — it’s diverse, dynamic, and never boring.
This weekend’s local open houses offer a snapshot of Arlington’s wide variety real estate offerings, from affordable condos to multi-million dollar homes. One highlight: a $2 million house with 10” thick, hand-cut granite exterior and interior walls with a custom built wine cellar for 750 bottles.
Good Thursday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Nov 21, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Friday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Scattered snow showers will transition to rain and snow showers between 11am and noon, followed by likely rain showers after noon. Expect increasing clouds, a high of 44, and a west wind at 10-15 mph with gusts up to 24 mph. Precipitation chance stands at 70% with negligible snow accumulation. For Friday night, anticipate scattered showers before 10pm, and then a gradual shift to partly cloudy skies with a low of 38. West wind will persist around 14 mph with gusts up to 24 mph, while the precipitation chance decreases to 40%. See more from Weather.gov.
“We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.”
– Virginia Satir
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A long-time, family-owned Chinese restaurant in Ballston has announced plans to close after four decades of business, leaving its location to a West Coast-based gym chain.
Hunan Gate Restaurant will close next month, the restaurant announced in a storefront message at 4322 Fairfax Drive, near the Ballston Metro station. The owners expressed gratitude and said the restaurant will be selling all its equipment.
The Arlington Public Library is giving away a free library wedding.
In July 2025, Central Library in Virginia Square will host a free ceremony and reception — including music by the Arlington Philharmonic, professional photography, decor, flowers, party favors and a wedding cake — for up to 50 guests.
Good Wednesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Nov 20, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Thursday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect clouds to increase with a high temperature of around 51 degrees, accompanied by a west wind blowing at 8 to 11 mph and gusts reaching up to 23 mph. As Thursday night rolls in, the skies will be partly cloudy with a low temperature of 36 degrees, and the west wind persists around 10 mph, gusting as high as 28 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
“A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty.”
– Unknown
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Kalen Anderson, 16, started this morning (Wednesday) as a Caps fan — but she’ll end the day with a spot on the team’s roster.
Make-A-Wish surprised the teenage hockey player from Alberta, Canada, with a day at the MedStar Capitals Iceplex in Ballston, where she signed a one-day Capitals team contract, met her favorite player and spent some time on the ice with her new teammates.
A Chinese restaurant that spent 39 years on Langston Blvd has closed following the owner’s involvement in a car crash.
Hunan Village shuttered this past month at 4775 Langston Blvd, property manager Robert Gamzeh confirmed with ARLnow. For privacy reasons, he did not disclose the owner’s identity.
Good Tuesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Nov 19, 2024.
Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect showers after 4pm with mostly cloudy skies and a high of 65°F. Winds will pick up from the southeast in the afternoon. Wednesday night brings a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4am with a low around 43°F. Southeast winds will shift to northwest in the evening, possibly gusting up to 31 mph. Rainfall amounts may range between a quarter and half of an inch. See more from Weather.gov.
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”
– Mae West
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