Elizabeth, Author at All Around Arlington

President Obama will speak to Washington-Lee High School Juniors and Seniors

May 3, 2012 by Elizabeth

President Obama will visit Washington-Lee High School on Friday, May 4. As part of the visit, the White House has invited W-L juniors and seniors to attend an assembly in the gymnasium where the President will talk about the importance of ensuring affordable opportunities for students for higher education, including federally-subsidized loans, to acquire the skills students need to find a good job in the future. The interest rate on these loans is scheduled to double on July 1 if Congress does not act to prevent that from happening. The event is not open to the public. Traffic around the school may be redirected and the W-L pool will be closed until 4 p.m.

Arlington Kiwanis Club Hosts Family Faire

April 19, 2012 by Elizabeth

The Arlington Kiwanis Club is hosting a Family Faire to benefit the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) on Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 8 am to noon at Clarendon United Methodist Church, 606 N. Irving Street. There will be a pancake breakfast, antique cars, music, a moon bounce, raffle prizes and more. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for kids 5-10 years (free for children under 5).

Register for the Inaugural Crystal City Diamond Derby

March 9, 2012 by Elizabeth

The Crystal City Business Improvement District, in association with Vornado/Charles E. Smith, Dandies & Quaintrelles (D&Q), BNA and Sciathan Productions, will be holding the inaugural Crystal City Diamond Derby on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 2PM to midnight. The event will be held in the parking garage at 1850 Crystal Drive in Crystal City turning it into a glitzy, urban cycling arena for the competitive cyclist, amateur biker and everyone in between. There will also be free activities for spectators.

According to the press release, “competitive cyclists can test their skills in obstacle courses with the goal of winning awards and prize money, casual cyclists can bike to the event in style and spectators can enjoy the action free of charge. The Diamond Lounge will be the hub of spectator activity, featuring a big screen displaying the on-course action, a cash bar and live music throughout the day. Cyclists and spectators can also get a breath of fresh air as they head outdoors for a midway featuring food, vendors and a wide-open sprint lane for cyclists.”

Looking for Summer Camps?

February 9, 2012 by Elizabeth

The Arlington Public Schools Summer Activities Fair is typically held in early-mid February at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd Street. Come check out activities offered this summer from over 100 different camps and organizations. Programs include APS Summer School, Arlington County Parks and Recreation, academic and art programs, day camps, sport camps, overnight camps and camps offering accommodations for children with special needs. Teens looking for work and/or volunteer opportunities can also get information during the event of organizations that need assistance.

Join Arlington’s Children & Nature Network for a Winter Nature Celebration

February 8, 2012 by Elizabeth

Chick-fil-A at the Ballston Common Food Court and the Arlington Children and Nature Network are holding a Winter Nature Celebration on Saturday, February 11, 2012 from 10am to 2pm. Come to the lower level of the mall near Chick-fil-A. (If Arlington Public Schools announces activities are closed that day due to inclement weather then it will be moved to February 18th. This free event will include activities to learn about nature and how to enjoy our urban environment, even in winter, including crafts, exhibits, a kid-friendly walk of the Ballston neighborhood led by WalkArlington, and refreshments including hot beverages courtesy of Chick-fil-A. The 45 minute walk will begin at 11 am. For more information or to RSVP, email office@arlingtonenvironment.org or call 703-228-6427.

February 2012 Calendar of Area Events

February 1, 2012 by Elizabeth

Click on Expand or Open Publication to view the calendar of events in and around Arlington and the DC area for February 2012.

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