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OPEN International is a foundation started by Arlingtonian Khady Lusby to build a school in Nioro Senegal. The concert will be held at Arlington Traditional School Friday, March 18th, 2011 from 6:30-8:30 and will include performances from current and former ATS students. Donations will be accepted and will help continue the construction of the school, provide supplies and sponsor the Nioro students. For more information, click this link.
EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS RESTAURANT IS NOW CLOSED. Check out Delhi Dhaba, Urban Tandoor and Masala Express for Indian food in Arlington.
Sangam Restaurant on Glebe Road in Ballston is a frequent Grand Prize Winner at the Taste of Arlington specializing in fine Indian cuisine. 
Zen Bistro and Wine Bar is located in the central plaza at The Shops at Pentagon Row. Enjoy listening to live performers of jazz and blues Wednesday and Thursday evenings starting at 7:30. They serve Asian tapas, noodles, sweets and a fine selection of wines from all over the world.
This free event celebrating Arlington’s African American heritage is typically held at Charles Drew Community Center in February. The 30th Annual Festival was held on February 24, 2024. There have been musical and dance performances, standup comedy, a history exhibit, kids activities arts and crafts, balloon animals and face painting. They have also had authentic soul food and dozens of vendors. Click this link for more details about this event in future years.
Come see the American Youth String Ensemble perform a varied selection of classical works in their “Musical Mosaic” at Kenmore Middle School on Saturday February 26th, 2011 at 3 PM or the American Youth Symphonic Orchestra and American Youth Concert Orchestra presenting “From Vienna to Seville” at 6 PM.
Summers Restaurant in Arlington is now the spot of “Sensual Salsa Tuesdays” from The Elite Rumbero. Grand Opening Night is Tuesday, February 22, 2011 beginning at 7:30. The evening will include salsa classes and salsa dancing with music from DJ The Elite Rumbero and DJ Karz. There will be three sets of classes, Beginner Salsa from 7:30-8:30, Intermediate Salsa from 8:40-9:10 and Intermediate Bachata from 9:10-9:40.class. These three classes will last until to the end of the month of March. Entrance fee is $7 for those over 21 and $10 for those under 21. Dance classes are free. There will be special drink prices, and the Salsa Party from 9:40 to 1:00 am with a dance contest. First prize gets a $40 gift card from Summers.
