Step inside a cult-classic inspired world at DC Fray’s can’t-miss Halloween party packed with endless references to iconic films and music from the ‘80s and ‘90s.
Vibe to retro sounds and live performances, indulge in signature spooky cocktails and food, showcase your artistry at our local maker market, and create FOMO through insta-worthy installations, pop-ups, activations and more.
Better yet, win prizes to take home with your most cult classic-inspired costume. Get $10 off your ticket by taking advantage of early-bird pricing.
This regularly scheduled sponsored Q&A column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. Please submit your questions to him via email for response in future columns. Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Eli Residential channel. Enjoy!
I’ve written this weekly column for 8 (!) years and made plenty of social media posts for my business, yet my most viral moment (by a long shot) came two weeks ago from…a picture of a bird! But not just any picture of a bird, it was a BALD EAGLE with a RABBIT in its talons! In Arlington!
So even though this has nothing to do with real estate, I thought I’d share with everybody the photo below that went “viral” and got almost 4,500 likes/interactions and 350 shares in the Virginia Wildlife Facebook Group. And later written about in The Zebra, an Alexandria-based publication.
I live in Alcova Heights and was walking to Thai Square (best Thai food in Arlington) for dinner with a friend when we turned the corner onto S Glebe Rd, just north of Columbia Pike, and saw this eagle perched on the wall with a freshly caught rabbit hanging from its talons. It sat there for a while posing for photos and letting us gawk, until taking off in a low glide across the parking lot, with the rabbit hanging below it. The wingspan must have been 6-7+ feet.
Check out how close it let us get in the video below, which I stopped filming as soon as it turned and looked me directly in the eyes and I decided my life was more important than continuing to film!
If you’ve captured some crazy wildlife photos in Arlington, let’s have it shared in the comments section!
If you’d like to discuss buying, selling, investing, or renting, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected].
If you’d like a question answered in my weekly column or to discuss buying, selling, renting, or investing, please send an email to [email protected]. To read any of my older posts, visit the blog section of my website at EliResidential.com. Call me directly at (703) 539-2529.
Are you looking for something fun to do on a rainy Sunday? The join the Arrowine team this Sunday, September 24 from 1–4 p.m.at Arrowine (4508 Cherry Hill Road in Arlington) for an Italian Wine Super Tasting!
We will proudly feature 15 top wines and values from Arlington-based Michael R. Downey Portfolio. The winery owners will be there to answer your questions and present their wines. We will also feature the wines of Adami Prosecco, Sulin in the Piemonte, and Di Lenardo of Veneto.
Downey Selections has been importing and distributing wine regionally since 1998, and it all started here in Arlington — with founders Michael and Peg Downey and their children Brennan and Shannon. All of the wines will be on sale during the event. We’ll also have wine available for purchase. The wines being poured are classic examples from Italy’s most prestigious wine regions.
This event is by reservation ONLY. Attendance is limited to ensure a great experience. All attendees must be 21 and possess a valid picture ID — we will be checking. This event will be popular. Please Email us at wine @ arrowine.com and let us know you plan to attend.
Please include the following information:
Name
Email or phone contact information
Number of people in your group
When you expect to arrive: (a) 1-2 p.m., (b) 2-3 p.m., or (c) 3-4 p.m.
Get into the fall spirit at National Landing’s can’t-miss Oktoberfest event on Saturday, September 30!
Featuring a traditional Bavarian Steinholding competition, best-dressed contest, lawn games, clove decor for kids, beer and ciders for adults, and live entertainment, this event has pint-sized fun for everyone.
So, break out your lederhosen and enjoy the fall weather celebrating Oktoberfest in National Landing! on Saturday, September 30th!
Every September, art lovers roam throughout Arlington County to meet artists in their studios and see their work. The county is dotted with art studios in homes and commercial buildings. One weekend each year, they spark into view.
This year, fifty artists will open their studios to the public free of charge on the weekend of September 23 and 24.
The Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour organizes this artful weekend by publishing a guide showing what’s on view where. Whether you like paintings, sculpture, drawings, prints or jewelry, you can find makers of all those. And this year, makers of furniture and textile artists are present, too.
Anyone can pick their favorite art works now online, find where they’re made on a custom map, and plan a route. Printed guides are now available at art galleries, recreation centers and libraries throughout Arlington. On Saturday, Sept. 23, participating studios in North Arlington will be open to the public; on Sunday, Sept. 24, South Arlington artists will take their turn. Each day studios will open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A special exhibit at Gallery 3700 (3700 S. Four Mile Run Arlington VA 22206) will feature work by the same artists who are participating in the tour. Called AVAST@3700, the show opened on September 9. The opening reception for the tour will also take place at Gallery 3700, from 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 22. The show, opening reception and studio tours are all open to the public.
The Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour is a joint effort of independent artists and volunteers, supported by contributors including Schnider Investment Group, Dominion Lighting, Falls Church Art and Frame, Palette 22, and in cooperation with Arlington’s visual art organizations. Click here for detailed information.
Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!
Please note: While Arlington Realty, Inc. provides this information for the community, it may not be the listing company of these homes.
As of September 18, there are 145 detached homes, 29 townhouses and 157 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 37 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:
Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Arlington Realty, Inc.
This regularly scheduled sponsored Q&A column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. Please submit your questions to him via email for response in future columns. Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Eli Residential channel. Enjoy!
In two weeks, I’ll be hosting my first ever Ask Eli Home Buyer Workshop, with my business partner Jean Ropp and Loan Officer, Jake Ryon, with First Home Mortgage.
Catering will be provided by our local favorite, Ruthie’s All Day!
The workshop is free and will cover:
How to use data and strategy to maximize the home purchase process
How to use market trends to your advantage
The latest on interest rates and mortgage programs/products
5 common mistakes to avoid and some tips for success
Who is it for?
Any buyer type from first-time buyer to experienced buyers
Ready to purchase now or planning 18-24 months out
Home buyers in Northern Virginia, D.C., or the Maryland Suburbs
You or anybody you know who would benefit
Where and When?
Tuesday, October 3 from 6-7 p.m.
Our Ballston office at 4040 N Fairfax Drive 10th Floor, Arlington, VA
Registration is free and is now open — space is limited. Click on the event graphic to RSVP. Bring your appetite and your home buying questions!
I’d love to see you there. Feel free to email me at [email protected] with any questions about the event.
If you’d like to discuss buying, selling, investing, or renting, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected].
If you’d like a question answered in my weekly column or to discuss buying, selling, renting, or investing, please send an email to [email protected]. To read any of my older posts, visit the blog section of my website at EliResidential.com. Call me directly at (703) 539-2529.
Auxmite Village Condos, located at 1100 S. Highland Street, currently has only two remaining townhouse-style affordable dwelling units (ADUs) for sale.
The sizes of the two bedrooms range from 913 to 948 square feet.
The units are listed for $369,301, and the monthly condo fee is $169, which will vary year to year based on HOA assessments. You can purchase parking separately for $25,000.
This is first-come-first-serve. Act fast!
Eligibility criteria include:
You must also be a first-time homebuyer with no homeownership or real estate interest within the past three years.
This sponsored column is by Law Office of James Montana PLLC. All questions about it should be directed to James Montana, Esq., Doran Shemin, Esq., and Janice Chen, Esq., practicing attorneys at The Law Office of James Montana PLLC, an immigration-focused law firm located in Falls Church, Virginia. The legal information given here is general in nature. If you want legal advice, contact us for an appointment.
Today, we begin a new series here at Statutes of Liberty, in which we interview professionals in our field to provide our readers with varying perspectives on what it is like to work in the immigration system.
For our first installment — Meet Your New Immigration Lawyer — we’re pleased to introduce Austen P. Soare, Esq., the new attorney at The Law Office of James Montana PLLC. A Q&A between Mr. Soare and the pointy-headed boss James Montana follows here.
Gentlemen, tie your ties!
Montana: Hi, Austen. You have an unusual last name. How do you pronounce it?
Soare: Sir-RAY.
Montana: Did your new boss mispronounce it repeatedly during the interview process and for your first two days on the job?
Soare: I have no regrets about accepting this job offer and am excited to work at the firm.
Montana: Why on earth did you become an immigration lawyer?
Soare: I enjoy helping people from a variety of backgrounds. I find myself learning a great deal from different sorts of people, and enjoy the broad array of cases that immigration law has to offer. I find it fulfilling to help people to pursue their dreams and goals, and finding ways to realize them.
Montana: What makes practicing immigration law different from other specialties?
Soare: I previously worked with criminal defense attorneys when I was a law student. In specialties like criminal defense, you see a lot of similar cases; in immigration law, the variety is endless. For example, every asylum case presents a completely different life story. Telling that story, as part of the process of seeking relief, is an exciting way to practice law.
Montana: Before you came to the lovely premises of The Law Offices of James Montana, what did you do for a living?
Soare: I worked at the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota. There, I dealt mainly with pro bono cases, naturalization, DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and TPS (Temporary Protected Status) cases. It was a wonderful nonprofit to work at, with a strong educational component. I enjoyed it very much, and it led me to continue working in the field.
Montana: If you could tell our intelligent and thoughtful readers one thing about immigration law that they ought to know, what would it be?
Soare: There are many forms of relief, some of which are not always obvious. It’s important to speak to an attorney before concluding that you don’t have any options. Where one avenue appears closed, another may open. There is no substitute for expertise.
Montana: Do you have any advice for law students who are considering becoming immigration lawyers?
Soare: Find volunteer work in the field. Nonprofits are always looking for smart young people who want to volunteer their time. Seek out coursework in immigration law. Stay up to date on the news — DACA litigation just took a turn yesterday! — and learn everything you can. Immigration is a great field to pursue.
Montana: Are you accepting new clients?
Soare: Yes.
Montana: How can they reach you?
Soare[audibly groaning]: I can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at 571-562-5003.
Welcome to the firm, Austen!
As always, we welcome your comments and will do our best to respond.
This article was written by Adam Henry, CEcD, EDP, Senior Business Development Manager for Arlington Economic Development.
Last week, Arlington Economic Development (AED) in partnership with the Rosslyn Business Improvement District, American Real Estate Partners and Unstuck Labs celebrated the grand opening of Unstuck Labs’ pop-up studio in Rosslyn. This innovative partnership along with support from AED’s Arlington Innovation Fund’s Ecosystem Support Fund will help support new startups in the studio and host weekly events for companies and entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate.
Unstuck Labs is an award-winning digital agency, venture-building studio, and hyperlearning community based in Arlington. Founded by a team of career professionals turned entrepreneurs, Unstuck Labs helps early-stage startups and innovation programs to validate ideas, build products, and launch ventures. Unstuck Labs offers a range of services, including mobile and web development, branding and marketing, pitch decks and fundraising, and advisory and mentoring. Unstuck Labs also runs a 12-week startup studio program that provides hands-on support, deliverables, and perks to selected founders.
In April 2023, the Arlington County Board approved $1 million in funding for the Arlington Innovation Fund. The new program is comprised of two components — Catalyst Grants and the Ecosystem Support Fund.
AIF’s Catalyst Grants help increase funding for early-stage technology startups through technical assistance and non-dilutive, co-investment grants from $25,000 up to $50,000. Applications for the Catalyst Grants will open in the coming weeks, those interested in the program can sign up to receive updates as they are announced.
The Ecosystem Support Fund is a discretionary tool for Arlington Economic Development to support local and regional programming and strategic initiatives focused on advancing the local and regional technology ecosystem.
Arlington Economic Development is excited about its first strategic investment with Unstuck Labs to fuel innovation and boost local entrepreneur programming and networking in Arlington. Investments like these will drive entrepreneurial activity in Arlington and illustrate the community’s support for entrepreneurship and innovation.
Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!
Please note: While Arlington Realty, Inc. provides this information for the community, it may not be the listing company of these homes.
As of September 11, there are 147 detached homes, 27 townhouses and 1596condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 27 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:
Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Arlington Realty, Inc.
