February 2012 Calendar of Area Events
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#247 – Go See The Nutcracker
Synetic Family Theatre in Crystal City will be showing their version of this holiday classic using grand costume masks and puppetry from 12/11 to January 16th.
Arlington’s ABBIE Award Winners Announced
The winners of the 2010 ABBIE awards for Arlington’s Best Businesses was announced at the County Board meeting today. Congratulations to the winners.
Arlington’s Best Boutique |
ShoeFly |
Arlington’s Best Brunch |
Carlyle |
Arlington’s Best Community-Based Nonprofit |
Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) |
Arlington’s Best Customer Service |
Eventide |
Arlington’s Best Dessert |
Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe |
Arlington’s Best Late Night Spot |
Bob and Edith’s Diner |
Arlington’s Best Performing Arts Organization |
Signature Theatre |
Arlington’s Best Place to Care for Your Pet |
Ballston Animal Hospital |
Arlington’s Best Place to Dance the Night Away |
Clarendon Ballroom |
Arlington’s Best Place to Learn Something New |
Arlington Public Library |
Arlington’s Best Happy Hour |
The Liberty Tavern |
Arlington’s Best Neighborhood Bar |
Whitlow’s on Wilson Bar and Grill |
Arlington’s Best “Bargain” Restaurant |
Lost Dog Café |
Arlington’s Best Family Friendly Restaurant |
Lost Dog Café |
Arlington’s Best New Business |
Northside Social |
#183 – Check out Artisphere
A new art space in the old Newseum building in Rosslyn, Artisphere officially opens 10-10-10 with two days of free open houses. The facility includes three galleries,three theatres, a 3000 sq. ft. ballroom, and an outdoor terrace. The site will be used to showcase “thought-provoking, weird and wonderful arts activities” including “Skateboarding Side Effects”, weekly Salsa Tuesdays in the ballroom featuring regional and national bands, the Washington Shakespeare Company, comedy shows, a banjo and fiddle festival and the Aurora Opera currently presenting “The Secret Marriage”.
NOTE: Artisphere is now closed.
#106 – See a Production From The Act III Theatre Company
The Act II
I Theatre Company provides a fun and challenging summer theatre experience for high school students, college students, and community members. They combine a performance opportunity and an educational experience, presenting musical productions each summer that are ideal for children and adults of all ages.
