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.
The holidays are a great time to give something back to the community. Volunteer Arlington allows you to register online for holiday volunteer projects. While there are special needs during the holidays, many of these organizations can use volunteer assistance year round.
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 |
Arlington County was listed as the fifth richest county in American according to Main Street’s post published this week. The median household income is $96,218 and 47% of employed residents make over six figures a year. 2009 Census data from the American Community Survey was used to rank the top 10 richest counties in America according to median household income. Seven of the top ten are in the Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan area, including the top place, Loudoun County.
Some of our region’s finest artists will have their works on display and for sale at the Lee Arts Center Annual Fine Art & Craft Show and Sale on Saturday, November 13 from 10-4 and Sunday, November 14 from noon -4. #220 – Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts or learn about the ancient art of raku by visiting the glaze tent where raku kilns will be set up to fire these unique ceramic works of art.
Columbia Pike Artist Studios, located at 932 Walter Reed Drive in Arlington, is open to the public during special events and by appointment. In 2021, they will be holding a Visual Art Studio Tour on 9/26 from 11-5.
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is hosting a “Catsino Night and Silent Auction” on Saturday, November 13th, 2010 in the historic lobby of Reagan National Airport. The annual event will include Casino-style Gambling, a Silent Auction,
Live Music, an Hors D’Oeuvres Reception catered by Lebanese Taverna, and a Wine, Beer & Martini Bar.
