Whether you live in Arlington, Virginia or are thinking of moving here this site is for you. Presented by Elizabeth Bouchard, Arlington native and longtime real estate professional.
You can pick up your camping gear, scout uniforms, or other outdoor specialty items at Casual Adventure, a locally owned store on Washington Blvd. in the Clarendon/Virginia Square area that has been in operation since 1955.
Casual Adventure also accepts donations of warm clothing, footwear, gear and accessories for ASPAN, the Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network.
Looking for a spot to watch Washington Commanders with other fans without going to the game? Want to gather with friends to watch the Super Bowl without having to host a party? Here are some local Arlington sports bars you might check out.
Renegade in Clarendon
Courthaus Social in the Courthouse neighborhood
World of Beer on Glebe Road in Ballston (Permanently closed)
Bronson Bier Hall in Ballston
Spider Kelly’s in Clarendon
Thirsty Bernie’s on Glebe Road near Lee Highway
First Down Sports Bar on Fairfax Drive
This free community event sponsored by Key School is held rain or shine at the school in mid-October. For 2011, the event will be Saturday October 15th from 9-12. The Superstar Family Fun Day is held in memory of Mason Lynch who lost his battle with cancer. Wear your favorite sports jersey and come out to play sports, participate in a fun run/walk, and enjoy outdoor activities. The Children’s Bloodmobile will also be on site taking blood donations. The event is free, but donations to the Mason Leach Superstar Fund at Children’s National Medical Center and the Key School PTA are welcome.
High school students and parents are invited to attend “College Night” on October 13th, 2010 from 7-9 p.m. on the second and third levels of Ballston Common Mall. More than 150 colleges, universities and trade schools will have representatives on hand to answer questions about the admissions process, academics and campus life. In addition, a workshop on college admissions processes will be held at the event.
For more information, contact APS Special Events Coordinator Dawn Willard at 703-228-2581.
The US FreedomWalk Festival is a three day annual event that features non-competitive walks on ten trails with distances of 3-27 miles. All are welcome. It is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association and the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV).
Yorktown High School’s Homecoming Game is Friday, October 15th at 7:30 and cross-county rivalries are coming up soon. Yorktown plays at Wakefield Friday October 22nd, Wakefield plays at Washington-Lee Friday October 29th,and Yorktown plays at Washington-Lee in their final game Friday November 5th. Check http://digitalsports.com for complete schedules.
