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Get Ready for Summer Camps!

January 31, 2025 by Elizabeth

There’s something for everyone at Arlington County’s Summer Camps.

Nature Programs, Science, Engineering, Art, Cooking, Wellness, Tennis ,

Basketball, Theater, Flag Football, Robotics, Chess, and more.

For 2025, there will be in-person registration help to help you prepare for summer camp registration on Saturday February 1, 8, 15 and 22 fron 9-4 at Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr. Early Registration for County Residents begins February 3rd at noon for those who qualify for fee reductions. Partner-led camp registration begins February 12th at noon, and Arlington County Parks & Rec Camps begin at noon on February 19th.

Arlington Special Education PTA (SEPTA) will be holding a Summer Activities Fair Saturday, February 1st from 12-3 at Walter Reed Recreation Center.

To see more information and get the Summer Camp Catalog, follow this link.

Celebrate The Lunar New Year

January 27, 2025 by Elizabeth

Lunar New Year is a time of joy, renewal, and celebration, and Arlington, Virginia, is bringing the festivities to life with a variety of exciting events. Whether you’re looking for traditional performances, delicious treats, or family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to welcome the Year of the Snake. Here’s a roundup of the best ways to celebrate Lunar New Year in Arlington in 2025.

Lunar New Year Celebration at Central Place Plaza in Rosslyn

For 2025, Rosslyn BID will be hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration at Central Place Plaza Tuesday, January 28th from 5-7 to celebrate the year of the Snake. Enjoy a Lion Dance, known to be a symbol of power and wisdom, and believed to bring good luck to communities. This traditional dance has been a part of lunar new year celebrations for centuries. There will also be fortune cookies, ceremonial tea and more. Free tickets are available on Eventbrite.

Ice Cream Jubilee Lunar New Year Scoops

Kick off the celebrations with a sweet treat from Ice Cream Jubilee in Ballston. Starting today, you can enjoy a variety of Asian-inspired flavors, including Red Bean Almond Cookie, Strawberry Matcha Latte, Mango Sticky Rice, and Thai Iced Tea. Can’t choose just one? Opt for the $10 tasting flight and sample multiple flavors. Location: 4238 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston)

Lunar New Year Party at Upside on Moore

Rosslyn’s popular food hall, Upside on Moore, is hosting an all-day Lunar New Year celebration on February 1. Start the day with a free yoga class at 9:30 a.m., indulge in Chinese fusion dishes, and enjoy happy hour beginning at 11 a.m. Hourly raffles begin at 3:30. The highlight of the evening will be a spectacular lion dance performance at 5:30 p.m. Location: 1700 N. Moore St., Arlington (Rosslyn)

Lunar New Year at Long Branch Nature Center

Looking for a kid-friendly way to celebrate? The Long Branch Nature Center is hosting a special event on February 1 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Families can enjoy live animal encounters, Lunar New Year-themed crafts, and a short hike to set off paper popper “firecrackers” to ward off Nian, a mythical New Year’s beast. Registration is required, and tickets are $9. Location: 625 S. Carlin Springs Road, Arlington (Glencarlyn)

Rosslyn Trike: Lunar New Year Giveaway

Celebrate in a fun and unique way with Rosslyn BID’s Lunar New Year giveaway. On February 5, find the Rosslyn BID Trike at Central Place Plaza starting at noon for a chance to receive free neighborhood-themed fortune cookies while supplies last. Location: 1800 N. Lynn St., Arlington (Rosslyn)

2025 Lunar New Year Celebration at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City

On February 8, head to the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City for an afternoon of live entertainment, cultural performances, and festive activities. From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy a mesmerizing lion dance, a vibrant dragon parade, and musical and dance showcases. Don’t forget to snap a picture at one of the themed photo ops. Location: 1100 S. Hayes St., Arlington

Celebrate Lunar New Year in Arlington!

Arlington offers plenty of ways to ring in the Year of the Snake, whether you’re enjoying a scoop of festive ice cream, watching a thrilling lion dance, or making special memories with family and friends. Don’t miss out on these exciting events—mark your calendar and welcome the Lunar New Year in style!

Dine Out During DC Winter Restaurant Week

January 24, 2025 by Elizabeth

Winter 2025 DC Restaurant Week will be held January 27th to February 2nd.

More than two dozen Arlington restaurants will be participating in DC Restaurant Week.
Restaurants are offering three-course menus for lunch and brunch at $25 or $35, with dinner options at $40, $55, and $65. Visit the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington website to search for your favorite restaurants or find some new ones to try out.

Enjoy Yoga in the Tiffany Gallery at MCAA

January 16, 2025 by Elizabeth

Enjoy Yoga in the beautiful Tiffany Galleries at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington Saturday mornings from 11-12 and the 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of every month at 6:30. Get tickets in advance with a suggested donation on the event website.

Participate in Wreaths Out at Arlington National Cemetery

January 10, 2025 by Elizabeth

If you have visited Arlington National Cemetery between mid-December and mid-January you have probably seen more than 250,000 wreaths that were placed on each individual tombstone during Wreaths Across America. And in mid-January, the public is invited to help remove these wreaths during “Wreaths Out.” For 2025, this will be held on January 11th beginning at 8 AM. Click the website link for helpful tips if you want to volunteer.

Take a Cooking Class

January 9, 2025 by Elizabeth

Are you hoping to develop some new skills? Cooking perhaps? Here are some Arlington locations where you can sharpen your culinary skills.

Cooko logy at Ballston Quarter offers an assortment of themed classes like Destinations: Greek Islands, Saturday Night Social: Spanish Tapas, Wine Down Wednesday: Salmon en Papillote and a Culinary Boot Camp Series. They also offer team building classes and a Spring Break Cooking Camp for kids.

L ebanese Taverna Market’s Cooking Classes include 4-5 recipe demonstrations and Middle Eastern Wines. A recent class featured instruction in making hommus, chicken shawarma, Lebanese rice, garlic sauce and baklava. Private classes for 12 or more people are also available.

S ur La Table at Pentagon Row offers a variety of cooking classes including an Introduction to Making Sushi, Cozy Winter Bakes and Date Night: Luxe French Dinner.