Newcomers and Community Guide
What’s on November’s Ballot?
From municipal bond initiatives to a hotly contested race for the United States Senate, the Arlington ballot has a wide range of items on the Nov. 6 ballot. Here’s a look at what voters will see when they head to the polls.
Newcomers' Guide
Newcomers' Guide
30th Annual Potomac Day Celebrates Community Spirit
Call for former “Citizens of the Year” to return for this special celebration.
Potomac Day is the most anticipated event in Potomac Village in the fall. Residents look forward to the grand parade, pony rides, petting zoo, pizza, classic car show, business fair and children’s festival.
The Story of Our Place—Great Falls, Virginia
Perspective from the president of the Great Falls Historical Society.
We have chosen to make our homes on a village of land where the footsteps of George Washington still echo. From the land close to Difficult Run Stream Valley (where the Colvin Run Mill now stands on Colvin Run Road) that he once owned and envisioned that a grain mill would stand, to the Powtomack (Potomac) Canal System at the foot of Seneca Road with its Lock system at Great Falls Park, which he envisioned as a transport system for farmers to move their grain down toward Alexandria for export, George Washington surveyed, knew the potential of, owned and invested in the development of important pieces of our specific place, now called Great Falls.
Locals cautiously optimistic about $200 million Springfield Mall transformation.
Locals cautiously optimistic about $200 million Springfield Mall transformation.
The joke among Springfield "insiders" is that if Vornado’s developers wait long enough, they won’t have to spend money demolishing Springfield Mall, because it will fall apart of its own volition.
Appreciating the Neighborliness of Westover
Small-town living midst Arlington’s urban growth.
INT. PETE’S BARBER SHOP – DAY
Remembering Their Sacrifice
Fairfax Station Railroad Museum commemorates first mass Civil War evacuation.
"By midnight, there must have been three thousand helpless men lying in the hay. All night long we made compresses and slings and bound up and wet wounds when we could get water…" —From the writings of Clara Barton, after tending to the wounded in the battles of Second Manassas and Ox Hill in late August, 1862.
Dancing at Historic Colvin Run Community Hall
80 years of bringing the community together to dance the night away.
You don’t have to be a star to dance with the Colvin Run Dancers at the historic Colvin Run Community Hall in Great Falls. You could be a novice at social ballroom dancing who took a few lessons to prepare for your wedding just like Alane and Ralph Dashner were when they discovered the weekly dances held at the Colvin Run Community Hall not far from their home in Great Falls.
Viewpoints
What do you like best about living in Arlington?
Chloe Davis: "I grew up here and I love the diversity. It's a dense population but there are people here from all over the world."
Explore & Enjoy
A sample of attractions the area offers.
The miniature Central Pacific Huntington steam engine at Burke Lake Park has been a popular ride for 40 years.
Celebrate Great Falls Foundation Invites Residents to Get Involved
The Celebrate Great Falls Foundation wants residents of all ages to volunteer, serve as members of the Steering Committee, or volunteer with graphic design, website updates, fundraising or other areas of expertise or interest. “We are always happy to hear from people who are willing to roll up their sleeves and make something happen in their community,” said President Candace Campbell. “The more new faces, the better. Even if you just want to submit ideas for ways we could do things better, we’d love to hear from you.”
Enjoy the Music, Enjoy the Wine
Crystal City Water Park entertains Friday evenings in September.
Fine vintages, live music, tasty fare and friendly crowds, all in a scenic outdoor venue, make Friday evenings at the Crystal City Water Park one of Arlington’s most entertaining hidden gems.
Why I Love Potomac
Close to Washington D.C. but with lush green neighborhoods edged by parks and trails through stream valleys leading to our most well known natural attraction, the C&O Canal National Historic Park, which stretches a ribbon of green 184 miles along the Potomac River edged by a tow- path trail that runs from Cumberland to Georgetown.
Date Night Means Columbia Pike
Convenient location for an evening out.
For off the beaten path fun in Arlington, consider an evening out at the 2900 block of Columbia Pike. With Thai food, film, comedy and live music all in one convenient location, make it a date night to remember.
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