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.
Thai Noy in Westover Shopping Center offers indoor dining in an attractive setting with Thai artifacts and hand painted tables as well as an outdoor deck surrounded by flower boxes. The menu includes Spring rolls, Pad Thai, satays, stir-fries, curries and daily specials.
Check out Brooklyn Bagel Bakery in the Courthouse area for what many reviewers call the best New York style bagels in the area. But come early and be prepared to wait! Some days the lines form even before the shop opens.
Come to Eleventh Street Lounge in Clarendon for dinner or drinks and DJ music Fridays and Saturday. Recently rated one of Northern Virginia’s 25 best restaurants, they offer 1/2 Price burgers Wednesdays and Saturdays.
NOTE: Eleventh Street Lounge is now closed.
Recently renamed (from Market Common Clarendon), The Crossing Clarendon includes Barnes & Noble, the Apple Store, Loft, Pottery Barn, Soul Cycle, Crate & Barrell, Williams Sonoma and other favorite stores around “The Loop.” It also includes nearby stores and restaurants like Cheesecake Factory, Whole Foods, Orvis, Seamore’s, TTT and Lululemon. The loop is being redeveloped to include more trees, more seating areas and be more pedestrian friendly. It includes a gazebo, a playground and a water feature.
Join Arlington’s Children and Nature Network (CANN) when they “Get Out and Explore. Discover nature through simple activities guided by Arlington Regional Master Naturalists on the first Wednesday of each month from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Bluemont Park Caboose, on the W&OD Trail near Wilson Blvd. and N. Manchester Street. This free program for adults, families, and children of all ages will focus on time to play, learn, and experience the natural world. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 703-228-6427 for more information. http://www.arlingtonenvironment.org/cann.php
The 88th Annual Lyon Park Spring Fair will be held on Saturday, May 19th from 11-3 PM. Take some time out from your errands and stop by to enjoy the festivities! Lyon Park is located at 414 N. Fillmore Street, and is the only privately owned park in Arlington. The fair, to be held rain or shine, will include pony rides, moon bounces, plant and book sales, carnival games with prizes, cake walks, vendor tables, music and more!
Have fun, and support the upkeep and renovation of the 88 year old community center and park!
Contact lpspringfair@aol.com or 703-527-6521 with questions!
