Josu Zubikarai, a chef with La Tasca in Clarendon, prepared three different kinds of paella, just some of the dozens of restaurant samples available during Clarendon Day. Photo by Amber Healy.
Nauck Community Portrait Exhibition. Various times at Gallery 3700, 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive. Students from Drew Model Elementary School display “visual biographies.” Admission to the gallery is free. Visit www.arlingtonarts.org for more.
Barre in the Park. Tuesdays through Sept., 6-7 p.m. at Gateway Park, 1300 Lee Highway. Lava Barre provides an outdoor fitness class focused on the ballet barre. Free. Visit www.rosslynva.org.
“PLAY: Tinker, Tech & Toy” Art Exhibit. Through Oct. 11, Wednesday-Sunday, 12-5 p.m. at the Arlington Arts Center, 3500 Wilson Blvd. “PLAY” is an exhibition that examines games and play through the lens of contemporary art. Free. Visit www.arlingtonartscenter.org/exhibitions/play for more.
“Yes, and.” Through Oct. 11, during gallery hours at Wyatt Resident Artists Gallery on the Upper Level at Arlington Arts Center, 3550 Wilson Blvd. “Yes, and” is a group show featuring Arlington Art Center residents curated by Caitlin Tucker-Melvin. Free. Visit www.arlingtonartscenter.org/exhibitions.
“Friendship Betrayed.” Through Oct. 11 at various times, at Gunston Theatre Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Avant Bard presents “Friendship Betrayed,” a comedy by 17th-century Spanish writer María de Zayas y Sotomayor. The play is about women in love, and what happens to women's friendships in the pursuit of men. Tickets start at $10, or pay-what-you can on select evenings. Visit www.wscavantbard.org for more.
“Metropolis: Perspectives of Two Cities” Exhibition. Through Oct. 25, gallery hours at the Jenkins Community Gallery on the Lower Level at Arlington Arts Center, 3550 Wilson Blvd. The exhibition displays the work of teenage photographers in partnership with CHAW (Capitol Hill Arts Workshop) after learning the aspects of creativity and marketing. Free. Visit www.arlingtonartscenter.org/exhibitions.
Crystal Scream. Mondays, Oct. 5-26 at sunset in the courtyard on S. Bell Street between 18th and 20th streets. Watch “Pet Sematary,” “Scream,” “Poltergeist,” and “Exorcist.” Free. Visit www.crystalcity.org for more.
“Ice and Sky: Photographs of Antarctica by Robin Kent.” Through Nov. 2 Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday 1-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Cherrydale Branch Library, 2190 Military Road. Local landscape and landmark photographer displays work from Antarctica. Admission is free. Call 703-228-6330 for more.
“Girlstar.” Oct. 13-Nov. 15 at various times at Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. “Girlstar” is a musical combining witchcraft with pop music to detail the journey of a young woman who believes she is destined for fame. Tickets start at $25. Visit www.sigtheatre.org for more.
LGBT & Straight Friends Social. Tuesdays. Happy Hour, 3 p.m.-7 p.m.; Mikey’s “Bar A” Video Wall, 7 p.m.; start time at 8 p.m. IOTA Club & Cafe, 2832 Wilson Blvd. For 21 years and older. Free. Visit www.iotaclubandcafe.com for more information.
Food Truck Thursdays. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the corner of North Irving St., and Washington Blvd. Find a round-up of regional food trucks. Free to attend. Visit www.dmvfta.org.
Invasive Plants Removal. Work parties are held every month to keep the parks free of destructive invasive plants. Teens, adults and families welcome. Every second Sunday of the month 2-4:30 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 Military Road; call 703-228-3403. Every third Sunday of the month 2-5 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road; call 703-228-6535 or visit registration.arlingtonva.us. Free, no registration required.
Poetry Series. 6-8 p.m. second Sunday of the month at IOTA Club & Cafe, 2832 Wilson Blvd. Hosted by poet Miles David Moore. Featured artists share their poetry followed by open readings. Free. Visit www.iotaclubandcafe.com or call 703-522-8340.
Open Mic Nite. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. every Wednesday at IOTA Club & Cafe, 2832 Wilson Blvd. Sign-up times are 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Bring instruments, fans and friends. Visit www.iotaclubandcafe.com or call 703-522-8340.
Karaoke. 8 p.m. on the first Sunday every month at Galaxy Hut, 2711 Wilson Blvd. Visit www.galaxyhut.com or call 703-525-8646.
Pub Quiz. 8 p.m. every Sunday at Whitlow’s on Wilson, 2854 Wilson Blvd. Prizes for first place. Free. Visit www.whitlows.com or call 703-276-9693.
Storytime. Mondays and Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m. at Kinder Haus Toys, 1220 N. Fillmore St. Storytime with Ms. Laura. Call 703-527-5929.
Lego Club. Monthly on the first Wednesday. 4-5 p.m. Glencarlyn Branch Library, 300 S. Kensington St. The library provides tubs of legos and a special challenge and after the program the creations are displayed for everyone to see. No registration required. Call 703-228-6548 for more.
Ball-Sellers House Tours. Saturdays, April-Oct.,1-4 p.m. at The Ball-Sellers House, 1015 N. Quincy St. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Arlington Historical Society receiving the house from Marian Sellers in 1975 for $1. Free. Visit www.arlingtonhistoricalsociety.org.
Crystal City Sparket. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Wednesdays at 1900 Crystal Drive. Sparket — A Creative Market is an extension of DC’s Eastern Market with arts, crafts, and handmade goods. Free to attend. Visit www.crystalcity.org.
Open Mic Night. Wednesdays, at 8 p.m., sign ups are at 7:30 and 10 p.m., at Iota Club & Café, 2832 Wilson Blvd. Free. Visit http://www.iotaclubandcafe.com/.
Art for Life. Third Thursday of each month. The Hyatt Regency Crystal City’s “Art for Life” Partnership with National Kidney Foundation brings a new artist each month to The Hyatt for a reception. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org.
Brunch at Freddie’s. Third Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar, 555 23rd St. The Arlington Gay and Lesbian Alliance gathers for an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet ($9.99). All are welcome to join. No reservation is required. Visit www.facebook.com/events/700174390103305.
Friday/Sept. 25
Mr. Knick Knack. 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Market Common Clarendon, 2700 Clarendon Blvd. Local children’s entertainer will perform family-friendly songs. Free. Visit www.marketcommonclarendon.com for more.
USO Show. 6-9 p.m. at Freddie's Beach Bar and Restaurant, 555 23rd St. The Arlington Gay & Lesbian Alliance puts on its annual USO Show honoring military, and commemorating “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” The suggested donations is $10. Visit www.agla.org.
Open Mic & Talent Showcase. 10 p.m.-12 a.m. at Busboys and Poets, 4251 S. Campbell Ave. Hosted by Benny Blaq. All performers welcome. Tickets are $5. Visit www.busboysandpoets.com.
Saturday/Sept. 26
Affordable Housing Bike Tour. 9:30-11 a.m. starting at Clarendon Boulevard and N. Pierce Street. The tour begins in Rosslyn and covers two easy miles, ending at the Clarendon Day. Tour Parc Rosslyn and Colonial Village Apartments. RSVP to Eric Timar, etimar@arlingtonva.us or 703 228 7932. Visit www.housing.arlingtonva.us/events/affordable-housing-bike-tour.
Clarendon Day. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at Wilson and Clarendon Blvd. The annual Clarendon Day Festival is eight city blocks of live music and other entertainment. This year, the festival will also be home to the Clarendon Chili Cookoff, mobile event bars and more. General admission is free. Visit www.clarendonday.org.
Arlington Families Unplugged. 2-4 p.m. at Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th St. Participate in a Paint-a-Plate Creative Ceramic Art Project. The fee is $8. Visit www.parks.arlingtonva.us/programs/kids/families-unplugged.
Live Music. 8-9:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, 4444 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church. Attend a performance by Seth Glier with Lea. Tickets are $20. Visit www.stoneroomconcerts.com.
Live Music. 9:30p.m. at Fireworks American Pizza and Bar, 2350 Clarendon Blvd. Tony Matirano will perform. Free. Visit www.fireworkspizza.com or call 703-527-8700.
Sept. 27-Oct. 3
Fall for the Book Festival. Select locations throughout Northern Virginia, D.C., and Maryland. This week-long regional celebration of literature and the arts, connects readers and authors at all levels. Offering bookworms the chance to meet writers. Free and open to the public. Visit www.fallforthebook.org/.
Sunday/Sept. 27
Many Hopes 5K Run/Walk. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at 4610 N. Fairfax Drive. The Many Hopes mission is to rescue, raise, educate, and equip vulnerable children to make positive change in coastal Kenya. Registration is $35 through Sept. 26, then $5. Visit www.invest.manyhopes.org for more.
Latinoamerican Festival. 1-5 p.m. at Kenmore Middle School, 200 S. Carlin Springs Road. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by learning about the folk traditions, music, food and dance of several Latin-American countries. Free. Visit www.parks.arlingtonva.us/events/latinoamerican-festival.
“The Best Roses for Your Garden.” 2-4 p.m. at Merrifield Garden Center- Fair Oaks, 8132 Lee Highway, Falls Church. Arlington Rose Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, will be hosting “The Best Roses for Your Garden,” where interested parties will learn about new rose species, and the best sources to order from. Free. Call 703-371-9351.
Head for the Hills Performance. 7:30 p.m. at IOTA Club & Cafe, 2832 Wilson Blvd. Head for the Hills is an acoustic band. Tickets are $12. Visit www.iotaclubandcafe.com.
Monday/Sept. 28
“There is Nothin’ Like a Dame.” 7 p.m. at The ARK at Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. As part of the Women’s Voices Theater Festival, directors, writers and prominent D.C. actresses examine how the iconic female roles of musical theater influenced the musical as an American art form. Free, but reservations required. Visit www.sigtheatre.org for more.
Live Music. 8 p.m. at IOTA Club & Cafe, 2832 Wilson Blvd. Herb and Hanson will perform. Free. Visit www.iotaclubandcafe.com or call 703-522-8340.
Tuesday/Sept. 29
Illustrator Panel. 7 p.m. at One More Page Books, 2200 N. Westmoreland St. One More Pages will host Gareth Hinds, Kate Samworth, Theodore Taylor II, and Rashin Kheiriyeh. Free. Visit www.onemorepages.com.
Sept. 29-Nov. 22
“Cake Off.” Various times at Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. Watch a satire dealing with stereotypical gender roles. Tickets start at $72. Visit www.sigtheatre.org.
Wednesday/Sept. 30
“The Problem of Individuals and Communities: Pragmatism from Peirce to Present.” 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Lee Reception Room of Marymount University’s Reinsch Library, 2807 N. Glebe Road. Dr. Carl Sachs will discuss Charles Sanders Peirce, the founder of this school of philosophy. Free. Visit www.marymount.edu.
Author Event. 7 p.m. at Arlington Central Library auditorium, 1015 N. Quincy St. Erika Ettin will discuss online dating through her book “Love at First Site.” Free. Visit www.library.arlingtonva.us/eventscalendar.
Sept. 30-Nov. 8
“Alice in Wonderland.”Wednesday-Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. at Synetic Theater, 1800 S. Bell St. Watch Synetic’s production of the Lewis Carroll classic. Tickets start at $15. Call 866-811-4111 or visit www.synetictheater.org to buy tickets.
Thursday/Oct. 1
Inside Signature With Sheri Wilner. 1 p.m. at Signature Theatre, 4200 Campbell Ave. Creator of musical “Cake Off,” and author of the original play, “Bake Off,” Sheri Wilner will discuss the process of adapting a 20-minute play into a full length musical. Free. Visit www.sigtheatre.org.
Saturday/Oct. 3
Arlington Fun Ride. 8 a.m. at 18th Street and Crystal Drive. The Arlington Fun Ride is a family-friendly bike ride and will give participants a chance to experience the paved trails that make up the “Arlington Loop.” Registration is $10 for individuals, $25 for families (up to four people). Visit www.arlingtonfunride.org.
Arlington Kids’ Stuff Sale. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 4000 Lorcom Lane. The Arlington Kids’ Stuff Sale is celebrating 25 years. Find clothes, toys, books, videos, games, puzzles and more for children from birth to teen; maternity clothes, baby gear, strollers, bottles, and safety items, too. Free to attend. Visit www.kidstuffsale.com.
TEDxArlington 2015. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum Theatre, 1611 N. Kent St. Experts will speak on topics including memory problems, homeland security, gender transition, and what it’s like to be 11 years old. Tickets are $75. Visit www.tedxarlington.com for more.
16th Annual Mid-Atlantic Oktoberfest. 12-7 p.m. at The Village at Shirlington, 4000 Campbell Ave. Breweries offer 4 oz. samples to accompany a day of authentic German food, music, and more. Tickets are $30. Visit www.facebook.com/CapCityOktoberfest.
Organ Concert. 4 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 3022 Woodlawn Ave., Falls Church. Stanley Thurston will direct The Heritage Signature Chorale, in a selection of spirituals. The concert will be followed by a reception in the narthex. Free. Visit www.htluther.org.
Live Music. 9:30p.m. at Fireworks American Pizza and Bar, 2350 Clarendon Blvd. Live music from Red Wine Diaries. Free. Visit www.fireworkspizza.com or call 703-527-8700.
Sunday/Oct. 4
The Lonely Heartstring Band. 8 p.m. at Iota Club & Cafe, 2832 Wilson Blvd. The Lonely Heartstring Band is a quintet that plays traditional bluegrass. Tickets are $12 at the door. Visit www.iotaclubandcafe.com for more.