Events

Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.

If you’d like to see your event featured, fill out the event submission form. Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Wednesday

Latinos for Nancy Van Doren*
Cantina Mexicana (922 S. Walter Reed Drive)
Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Latinos for Nancy Van Doren for Arlington School Board are hosting an informational session about their School Board candidate of choice. Email [email protected] to RSVP.

2014 Virginia Tech Football Recruit Night*
Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: 6:45-9:00 p.m.

Join Coach Bryan Stinespring as he discusses the newest members of the Virginia Tech football team and their future roles in the program. Coach Stinespring will also answer your questions about VT football.

Free Concert: Go Go Symphony*
The Church at Clarendon (1210 N. Hartford Street)
Time: 7:30-8:45 p.m.

D.C.’s signature musical style, Go Go, gets a classical twist with composer-conductor Lisa Kravinsky. The free show includes improvisation and audience participation.

Thursday

Leveling Queen City for the Pentagon
Arlington Central Library (1015 N. Quincy Street)
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Geographer Nancy Perry will discuss the historic African American neighborhood of Queen City in East Arlington, which was destroyed to build the Pentagon and its road network.

Friday

Valentine’s Day Parents’ Night Out*
Pentagon Mixed Martial Arts (1041 S. Edgewood Street)
Time: 7:00-11:00 p.m.

Parents can pay $25 and leave their kids for a romantic night out. Children will be entertained with pizza, games and movies in a supervised environment. Call 703-521-1000 to register.

Saturday

Animal Valentine’s Day
Potomac Overlook Regional Park (2845 N. Marcey Road)
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m.

For $5, children and their parents can enjoy the park’s “special presentation on animal love.” It’s mating season for many of the native species, and kids can meet some of the critters “up close.”

Comedy, Music, Dance Variety Show*
The Comedy Spot (Third Floor, Ballston Common Mall, 4238 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m.

This variety show features comedy from improv troupes Jive Turkey and Nox, music by Crys Matthews, Dave Farah, and Louisa Hall and O’Neill-James Irish Dance Troupe. Tickets are $15.

*Denotes featured (sponsored) event.

Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.

If you’d like to see your event featured, fill out the event submission form. Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Monday

Meet the Artist: “Beaches” Playwright Iris Rainer-Dart
Shirlington Branch Library (4200 Campbell Ave.)
Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m.

The author of the gal-pal musical “Beaches” talks about her career before her show premieres at Signature Theatre this month. The event is free.

Thursday

Networking and Comedy Show
The Comedy Spot (Ballston Common Mall, 4238 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 5:30 p.m.

Those interested in increasing their network for a good cause can buy a $45 ticket, with proceeds going to the Life After Domestic Violence Foundation. The comedy show begins at 6:30 p.m.

Friday

Art Exhibit Opening
Gallery Underground (Shops at 2100 Crystal Drive)
Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m.

A new exhibit at Gallery Underground, called “Visions of Future” debuts with a reception on Friday. The event is free, and works by promising artists will be on display Feb. 3-28.

South African Gala*
NRECA Conference Center (4301 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 6:00-9:00 p.m.

The South African embassy is hosting a gala with South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. Tickets are $50 and proceeds will be donated to AIDS relief for children in South Africa.

Saturday

Live Music: 49-Cent Dress
Whitlow’s on Wilson (2854 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 10:00 p.m.

Party/Rock band 49-cent dress takes the stage at Whitlow’s Saturday night. On Facebook, the band vows to dedicate a song to any man who shows up in a dress.

Sunday

Used Book Fair and Bake Sale*
St. Ann Church, Parish Hall (5300 10th Street N.)
Time: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

The annual event at St. Ann Church is back this Sunday. There will be a Valentine’s Day bake sale starting at 9:30 a.m. and special deals after noon.

*Denotes featured (sponsored) event

Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.

If you’d like to see your event featured, fill out the event submission form. Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Tuesday

St. Ann School Open Houses*
St. Ann School (980 N. Frederick Street)
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

The Pre-K-8th grade private school is open for prospective students and parents to take a tour and ask questions. Registration forms for the 2014-2015 school year were just released this week.

Wednesday

A Conversation with Bernard Kerik*
Artisphere (1101 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Former head of the NYPD and New York City Corrections department speaks about criminal justice system reform. Tickets are $25 in advance, $35 at the door and free for students.

Thursday

Red Rocks Beer Tenders Series*
RedRocks at Penrose Square (2501 Columbia Pike)
Time: 5:30-8:00 p.m.

The latest installment of the Beer Tenders series features St. Louis, Mo., brewery Schlafly. Parking is free in the Giant parking lot with RedRocks validation.

Meet the County Board Chairman*
GMU Founder’s Hall (3301 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Leadership Arlington hosts a town hall meeting with new County Board Chair Jay Fisette. Residents will be able to ask Fisette questions during the event. Register online here.

Friday

Live Music: Tall Heights
IOTA Club & Cafe (2832 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Boston folk acoustic duo Tall Heights takes the stage at IOTA. Opening for them will be local guitarist Molly Hagen. Tickets will be $12 at the door.

Sunday

Super Bowl XLVIII Party
Crystal City Sports Pub (529 23rd Street S.)
Time: 4:00 p.m.

Crystal City Sports pub is hosting a big game bach. An appetizer buffet starts at 4:00 p.m. with a halftime dinner buffet. Reservations are $40 per person and must be made in advance, call 703-521-8215.

All-You-Can-Eat Crab Legs
Wilson Tavern (2403 Wilson Boulevard)
Time: 5:30 p.m.

Wilson Tavern is hosting its Super Bowl party with a twist: all-you-can-eat crab legs for $20. Wilson Tavern encourages patrons to come early to get a seat before crabs come out at 5:30 p.m.

*Denotes featured (sponsored) event

Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.

If you’d like to see your event featured, fill out the event submission form. Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Thursday

Red Rocks Beer Tenders Series*
Red Rocks (2501 Columbia Pike)
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The latest installment of the Beer Tenders series features Baltimore brewery Heavy Seas. Beer tastings of Heavy Seas — whose alehouse opens in Rosslyn soon — come with a take-home pint glass.

Lecture: Arlington’s Role in Metro’s Future
George Mason, Founder’s Hall (3351 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.

WMATA Director of Planning Shyam Kannan leads a discussion on Metro’s future, including two new Arlington stops and a Rosslyn-Georgetown tunnel.

Friday

Live Music: Justin Trawick Group
IOTA Club & Cafe (2832 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 8:30 p.m.

Singer-songwriter Justin Trawick and his backing band are playing their annual birthday concert. Tickets are $12 at the door.

Saturday

The Evergreen Scene at Potomac Overlook
Potomac Overlook Regional Park (2845 N. Marcey Road)
Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m.

A Potomac Overlook naturalist takes visitors on a tour of the different species of evergreen trees. The event is free to the public. Call 703-528-5406 to make a reservation.

Sunday

St. Ann School Open Houses*
St. Ann School (980 N. Frederick Street)
Time: 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

The Pre-K-8th grade private schools is open for prospective students and parents to take a tour and ask questions. Another open house is scheduled for Tuesday evening.

Live Music: IBIS Chamber Music*
Clarendon United Methodist Church (606 N. Irving Street)
Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Three principal musicians from the Kennedy Center orchestra presents “The Americas: Music for Flute, Viola and Harp.” The concert, featuring Canadian, Argentinian and traditional Jewish music, is free.

*Denotes featured (sponsored) event

Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.

If you’d like to see your event featured, fill out the event submission form. Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Monday

Kids Read to Therapy Dogs
Arlington Central Library (1015 N. Quincy Street)
Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Children from grades K-5 are invited to spend 15 minutes reading to a therapy dog in the “Paws to Read” program. Event is free but participants must register by calling 703-228-5946.

Free Movie Night: The Big Lebowski
Iota Club & Cafe (2832 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 7:00 and 9:00 p.m.

The cult comedy classic will be shown at the Clarendon nightspot at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. “on two sheets,” which really tie the room together. The event is free.

Tuesday

Solar Generator Display
WBM Motors parking lot (3210 10th Street N.)
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

A new solar energy generator will be on display, presented by George Washington University adjunct professor of sustainable urban planning Scott Sklar. The generator is currently “commercially available.”

Thursday

RedRocks Beer Tenders Series*
RedRocks (2501 Columbia Pike)
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The Beer Tenders Series this January kicks off with Samuel Adams this week with some “rare and special” Sam Adams beers. Parking is free with validation in the Giant lot.

Friday

Live Music: Burnt Sienna
Clarendon Grill (1101 N. Highland Street)
Time: 9:00 p.m.

Rock cover band Burnt Sienna will grace the stage at Clarendon Grill. Cover charge is typically $5 on Friday nights, and the band will be spelled by a house DJ.

Saturday

Animal Feeding 101: Raptors
Potomac Overlook Regional Park (2845 N. Marcey Road)
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Potomac Overlook’s naturalist will demonstrate how they feed the permanently injured birds of prey they house at the park. Reservations and $5 donations are requested.

*Denotes featured (sponsored) event.

Arlington Agenda is a listing of interesting events for the week ahead in Arlington County.

If you’d like to see your event featured, fill out the event submission form. Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Tuesday

Film Screening: The House I Live In*
George Mason University Law School Audtiorium (3301 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Offender Aid and Restoration presents an examination of every aspect of the criminal justice system. Hors d’oeuvres will be served beforehand and there will be a panel discussion afterwards.

Thursday

Lecture: When Metro Came to Town
Arlington Central Library (1015 N. Quincy Street)
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Writer Kevin Craft will give a lecture, presented by the Arlington Historical Society, discussing the circumstances surrounding Arlington’s decision to build the Orange and Blue lines. The event is free and open to the public.

Live Music: Pine Leaf Boys
Artisphere Ballroom (1101 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 8:00 p.m.

The Pine Leaf Boys have been nominated four times for Grammy awards for their combination of Cajun, Creole and Zydeco music. Tickets are $15 and can be bought in advance.

Friday

Photo and Sculpture Art Exhibit
Gallery Underground (2100 Crystal Drive)
Time: 5:00 p.m.

Sculptor Pamela Soldwedel and her husband, photographer Richard D. Barrett, will fill the special exhibition space in the Crystal City Shops on Friday and Saturday. The gallery is free to enter.

Live Comedy: Michael Che
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: 10:00 p.m.

New York Comedian Michael Che performs one of two shows at the Drafthouse. Che cites the late Patrice O’Neal and George Carlin as his comedy influences. Tickets are $20.

Saturday

Live Music: The Highballers
IOTA Club & Cafe (2832 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 8:00 p.m.

The Highballers, a D.C.-based modern country group, are hosting their new album release party at IOTA. IOTA doesn’t list a cover price on its website.

*Denotes a featured (sponsored) event