Elizabeth Bouchard, Author at All Around Arlington

#62 – Come to a Free Lunchtime Concert at Central Space in Rosslyn

September 29, 2010 by Elizabeth Bouchard

‎Every Wednesday from June through August, the Rosslyn BID hosts a free lunch time concert at Central Space at the corner of Wilson Boulevard and N. Moore Street. The “Sounds of the City” concerts begin at 11:45 and run until 1:30 and feature performances from a variety of pop and r&b groups.

#61 – Enjoy a Cold Pint at Astro Beer Hall

September 29, 2010 by Elizabeth Bouchard

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Astro Beer Hall has now opened a second location in Shirlington Village. The bar includes 24 beers on tap. There is both indoor and outdoor dining. And a robot making Astro’s signature cake doughnuts. They offer happy hours weekdays from 4-6 with $2 off draft beers and select cocktails.

NOTE: This post was originally for Capitol City Brewing Company which is now closed and has been replaced by Astro Beer Hal.

#60 – Watch Free Outdoor Movies on the Crystal Screen

September 29, 2010 by Elizabeth Bouchard

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Monday evenings from June through August the Crystal City BID presents free outdoor movies beginning at sundown on the Crystal Screen at the courtyard at 1851 Bell Street in Crystal City. You can dine at nearby restaurants before the show or bring your own picnic. Past years have had a Star Trek theme, SuperHeroes, James Bond movies and Clint Eastwood films.

#59 – Visit the Arlington Historical Museum

September 29, 2010 by Elizabeth Bouchard

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‎The Arlington Historical Museum, 1805 S. Arlington Ridge Road, is open Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4. The museum is owned and operated by the Historical Society and is located in the old Hume School building, the oldest school building in Arlington, built in 1891.