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Published February 8, 2013 at 3:05PM

The race starts and ends in front of the Pentagon Row shopping area on S. Joyce Street. According to the Arlington County Police Department, S. Joyce Street will be closed between 15th Street S. and Army Navy Drive from 07:30 to 10:30 a.m., and Army Navy Drive will be closed between S. Joyce Street and 25th Street S. from 8:45 to 10:00 a.m.

“Street parking in the area will be restricted. Motorists should be on the lookout for temporary ‘No Parking’ signs,” the police department said in a press release. “Race attendees are encouraged to use Metro, however, if driving please utilize the parking garage at the Pentagon City mall.”

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Valentine’s Day Celebration Ideas

By Katie Pyzyk

Published February 5, 2013 at 11:15AM

Here is a sampling of some of the more unique ways to treat your Valentine:

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Photos: Chanukah on Ice at Pentagon Row

By ARLnow.com

Published December 10, 2012 at 10:15AM | Updated December 10, 2012 at 11:02AM

Chabad Lubavitch of Alexandria-Arlington held its annual Chanukah on Ice celebration at Pentagon Row Sunday night.

The event included ice skating, kosher hot dogs, hot latkes, a free raffle and a figure skating performance. There was also a ceremonial Menorah lighting.

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Oakley, Sperry to Open, Lucy to Close in Pentagon City

By ARLnow.com

Published November 29, 2012 at 1:00PM | Updated November 29, 2012 at 1:23PM

(Updated at 1:20 p.m.) Two new stores are coming to the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, while another is closing at Pentagon Row.

A new Oakley store and a new Sperry store are both under construction on the second level of the shopping mall. The stores are directly adjacent to one another. Oakley is best known for its sunglasses, while Sperry is best known for its boat shoes. Oakley also sells clothing and Sperry sells other types of footwear.

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Ice Skating Starts at Pentagon Row

By ARLnow.com

Published November 7, 2012 at 12:10PM

In a sure sign of the season, ice skating has started at Pentagon Row (1101 S. Joyce Street).

The outdoor shopping center’s ice rink opened on Friday and will remain open every day — including holidays — through March 18. The rink opens at noon on weekdays and 10:00 a.m. on weekends. It closes at 10:00 p.m., except on Fridays and Saturdays, when it closes at 11:00 p.m. Holiday hours vary.

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Petco Store Coming to Pentagon Row

By ARLnow.com

Published August 10, 2012 at 2:45PM

ARLnow.com reported in June that the Hallmark store was closing on July 29 and that employees were telling customers that it would be replaced by a Petco store. At the time, a Petco representative was unable to confirm that report.

Unleashed by Petco is a “boutique” version of the pet retailer’s large-format stores. Arlington’s first Unleashed store opened on Lee Highway last May.

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Hallmark Store Closing at Pentagon Row

By ARLnow.com

Published June 28, 2012 at 4:00PM

The Hallmark Gold Crown Store at Pentagon Row (1101 S. Joyce Street) will be closing next month.

The store is closing up shop on July 29 after losing its lease, we hear. Employees are telling customers that a Petco store will be taking its place. Lisa Epstein, a Petco spokeswoman, was unable to immediately verify that a Petco store will be opening at the location, but added that the company only discusses stores that are no more than three months away from opening.

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Two New Restaurants Now Open in Pentagon Row

By Katie Pyzyk

Published June 15, 2012 at 2:55PM

Pentagon Row Nando's

It’s been a big week at Pentagon Row, where two new restaurants officially opened to the public.

Nando’s Peri-Peri has opened in the space that used to be PR Grill, and Lime Fresh Mexican Grill has replaced Baja Fresh.

Events

‘Dash for Dad’ Race to Close Streets in Pentagon City

By ARLnow.com

Published June 14, 2012 at 12:20PM

The Dash for Dad, organized by Pacers in partnership with ZERO — The Project to End Prostate Cancer, consists of three separate events: a four mile run starting at 8:30 a.m., a one mile fun walk at 8:35 a.m., and a kids dash at 9:30 a.m. for those eight years and under.

Participants can register individually or as a daddy-daughter or father-son team. There will be prizes for the top-finishing father-daughter and father-son teams of various age groups.

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Pentagon Row Concerts Begin Thursday

By Katie Pyzyk

Published June 6, 2012 at 3:55PM | Updated June 6, 2012 at 6:41PM

Thursday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m., patrons in the plaza can take in the sounds from one of the bands performing at “Rock at the Row.”

Bands are scheduled for every Thursday evening through August 30. Although the series touts “rock,” there are also bands catering to those who prefer other sounds, like reggae, funk and zydeco.

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Nando’s Peri Peri Plans June Opening in Pentagon City

By ARLnow.com

Published May 18, 2012 at 10:55AM

The restaurant, which is currently under construction on Pentagon Row in the old PR Grill space, is expected to open on June 13 after two days of mock service. The company has several locations in the District and Maryland, but this will be the first Nando’s Peri Peri in Virginia. A location is also planned for Old Town Alexandria.

In addition to its signature Portuguese chicken offerings, the Nando’s menu includes sandwiches, wraps, pitas, sides, salads and “appeteasers.” The restaurant also serves wine, beer and sangria.

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UPDATED: Lime Fresh to Open Pentagon Row Location

By ARLnow.com

Published May 17, 2012 at 11:44AM | Updated May 21, 2012 at 12:33PM

Update on 5/21/12 — A Lime rep says the opening of the company’s new Pentagon Row location has been delayed until Wednesday, May 30.

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is expected to open its second Arlington location in Pentagon City ~~next week~~.