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Arlington Babe Ruth Baseball Spring Registration Open Through Feb. 1

Arlington Babe Ruth Baseball works with the Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation to provide the county’s children — more than 1,300 boys and girls from age 4 to 12 — a high quality baseball program in the local area. With eight levels of play, ABR promotes equal competition, camaraderie, full participation, good sportsmanship and fun!

Teams are forming now for Spring 2018. Register by Feb. 1 on the ABR website: www.ArlingtonBabeRuth.com.

Neighborhood Teams

ABR endorses the neighborhood/school concept in youth sports. Where possible, ABR groups players on teams based on the neighborhood in which they live, or the school that they attend. Most likely players’ friends are on school teams which practice in their own neighborhoods.

We use the neighborhood principle at every level except the oldest–Majors 70′ (our intermediate size field league, 50/70) for 11 and 12-year-olds, where a modified draft creates a more competitive playing experience.

Commitment to Coach Training

ABR is committed to providing each player with an enjoyable and valuable baseball experience, helping kids learn the game while developing life skills and an appreciation for baseball. We provide each coach in the league with coach training clinics and coaching manuals covering safety, skills, teaching the game, and managing the ups and downs of competition.

Outstanding Travel Baseball

For those ABR players seeking a highly-competitive experience in addition to recreational baseball, ABR Travel Baseball is a nationally-competitive youth baseball organization for players ages 8-12. ABR Travel teams participate in the Cal Ripken all-star tournaments and regularly advance into the Virginia State Cal Ripken Tournament. ABR Travel’s 2017 8YO, 9YO and 10YO Storm teams won their District Championships and after winning their State tourney, the 10YO Storm team represented Virginia in the Southeast Regional Tournament last summer.

Job Listing: Wild Birds Unlimited is Hiring Sales Associate Positions

WBU Associate PictureYour local Wild Birds Unlimited (2437 N. Harrison Street) is dedicated to the hobby of backyard bird feeding. We provide quality bird food and supplies to all of your backyard birds.

The position of Sales Associate can be either a part-time or full-time position that reports to the franchise owner or manager. The primary responsibility of a Sales Associate is to provide a high-energy customer experience.

Selling / Customer Experience:

  • Understands that the high-energy customer experience is the #1 priority.
  • Uses successful selling skills to satisfy the customer and complete the sale.
  • Wears the logo name badge and logo apparel while working on the sales floor.

Merchandising:

  • Understands and communicates the store’s merchandise and target products to the customer.
  • Completes the changing of displays, signing and the restocking of merchandise as directed by management.

Personnel Management:

  • Demonstrates a positive, enthusiastic and professional demeanor.
  • Attends store meetings as required.
  • Completes any other duties as assigned.

Administrative Control:

  • Adheres to all store policies and procedures regarding the ringing of all transactions, any administrative duties and scheduling.
  • Completes accurate and legible paperwork.

Store Maintenance:

  • Maintains good housekeeping standards to help present a clean and well-presented store.
  • Helps keep store and backroom clean & organized.

Please call (703) 241-3988 or come in to pick up an application!

A New Year Brings a New Media Kit for ARLnow Advertisers

By ARLnow.com

ARLnow advertisers help us keep the lights on, which we and our readers greatly appreciate.

But it’s a two-way street: our advertisers are able to get their brand and message out to hundreds of thousands of local residents via ARLnow. And as a bonus, readers are able to learn about great local businesses and nonprofits while checking out our local news reporting.

In 2018, we’re improving our offerings, with both time-tested and forward-thinking advertising options to fit any budget. From CPM-based display advertising to new Premium Brand Packages, we have a solution that will work for your company or organization.

For more information, or to check out the new 2018 ARLnow media kit, see our advertising info page.

Saturday: Release Party for New District’s New Brew

Arlington’s New District Brewing is rolling out its second-ever bottled beer this coming Saturday, and you’re invited to the release party.

The Shirlington-area brewery at 2709 S. Oakland Street is introducing Abbey, a spiced, smooth Belgian Dubbel. But it’s a limited edition: just 250 individually-corked and hand-labeled 750ml bottles.

New District expects to sell out of its stock within 2-3 weeks, so the best opportunity to get your hands on one is at the release party on Saturday.

The event is being held from 1-9 p.m. at the brewery. Each $25 ticket will get you:

  • One 2 Year Anniversary Dubbel 750ml limited release bottle (with option to buy a second)
  • One pint of 2 Year Anniversary Dubbel on Tap
  • One beef brisket taco from the famous La Tingeria food truck, braised in a chipotle garlic sauce with NDBC brewed street beer for 12 hours.

Several other events are being planned at New District this week: a live band — No Second Troy — on Friday, and fill specials on Sunday.

The preceding was written by ARLnow.com and promoted by New District Brewing.

Citizen Burger Bar Now Serving Brunch

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Clarendon’s Citizen Burger Bar (1051 N. Highland Street) is now serving weekend brunch.

Citizen’s brunch menu includes egg benedicts, French toast, pancakes, mimosas, Tito’s Bloody Marys and more. That’s in addition to the usual staples like craft beer, grass-fed beef burgers and other locally-sourced food.

Bunch starts at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m. on Sunday, and run through 3 p.m. each day. CB will also be hosting a special New Year’s Day brunch this coming Monday, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., following its no-cover NYE celebration.

Citizen’s brunch menu includes drink specials, including a new mimosa deal, the pricing of which is low enough that Virginia law prevents us from telling you about it.

The preceding was written by ARLnow and promoted by Citizen Burger Bar.

Job Listing: Morning Editor and Enterprise Reporter at ARLnow

By ARLnow.com

ARLnow.com, a pioneering local, independent online news and lifestyle publication serving Arlington, Virginia since 2010, is seeking a talented journalist and communicator as we expand our coverage.

Starting in early 2018, ARLnow plans to create a new position of Morning Editor and Enterprise Reporter. The individual hired for this position will be responsible for executing key editorial strategies around email and memberships for our growing operation.

The job duties include:

  • Researching and writing our daily Morning Notes post, which links to local stories aggregated from social media and other news outlets.
  • Writing a new morning email, published daily at 7 a.m., that provides readers with a concise, informative and uplifting daily briefing of local news, events and other happenings in Arlington.
  • Assisting with social media engagement on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
  • Enterprise local news reporting, including scoop-driven coverage of local government, cops and courts. The reporter will primarily work out of Arlington County government headquarters, the first beat reporter based there in more than a decade, and will focus on publishing one impactful article per day.

We are looking for a hungry, self-motivated journalist who…

  • …cares deeply about local issues.
  • …builds relationships and doggedly pursues scoops.
  • …is empathetic and knows how to connect with an audience.
  • …has at least 2-4 years of professional news reporting experience.
  • …writes clean, compelling copy and effectively self-edits and self-fact checks.

This position offers competitive compensation, health insurance, 401(k) and holidays off.

To apply, send a resume and links to some of your work to: [email protected]. Note any experience you have with WordPress, Mailchimp and Adobe Creative Suite. No recruiters, please.

Orange Line Living Hosting Home Buying Seminar in Arlington

Information-packed home buying class in Arlington to be held on Nov. 6, 13 and 20. The first three to attend get a free Google Chromecast!

Reasons to Buy Even If You Plan on Moving in a Few Years:

  • You will receive the benefit of tax deductions on mortgage interest and real estate taxes.
  • You lock in a monthly payment versus ever increasing rent payments.
  • Start building your rental portfolio or sell the home for profit when it is time to leave.

Attend the free Home Buyer Class hosted by Orange Line Living and learn all of our tips and get $1,500 towards your next home purchase!

You will get a comprehensive explanation of the home purchasing process – there’s more to know than you’d think. The Orange Line Living Team will be teaching all of the acronyms and definitions you will need, what happens at each stage of your transaction, real strategies on how to negotiate a lower purchase price, the different type of loans available, and much more. There will be local specialists from multiple industries in attendance, so come with questions.

Benefits of Attending

  • $1,500 credit towards your new home or towards early lease termination
  • 12-month home buy-back guarantee
  • $500 appraisal credit from Pure Mortgage
  • Wine and cheese
  • AND the first 3 to attend will receive a Google Chromecast!

The event is hosted by best-selling author and top nationally-ranked real estate agent Dan Lesniak, author of The HyperLocal HyperFast Real Estate Agent. Dan and his team have developed a special process that has allowed them to help over one thousand local families buy or sell their home.

Details

Space is limited so be sure to register at arlingtonhomebuyerclass.com

Help Wanted: Alair Homes in Arlington Looking for Project Managers

Alair Homes, a large North American residential construction business, has launched in Arlington. We need local Project Managers
who are self motivated with residential construction project management experience for our growing company.

We offer flexible/independent working environment that provides a higher quality of life and puts you in charge of your income. Most of our work is right here in Arlington or a short drive just outside the county.

Alair Homes provides comprehensive Project Management Training, has proprietary software and an online system to insure our PM’s have the tools to work at their best without a lot of hand holding. Alair has partnered with an established local Arlington builder who has a backlog of work and is looking for help now.

For more information, contact Chad Hackmann at 202-409-1280 or [email protected].

Auction: 1,920 Sq. Ft. Office Building on Leesburg Pike

Property: 5136 Leesburg Pike, Alexandria VA
Auction: Wednesday, November 1 at noon
Previews: Oct 18 from 10-11 a.m. and Oct 25 from 11 a.m.-noon

Opportunity knocks! Two story office condominium in Skyline Court. Perfect for professionals or investors!

The property is currently leased to 2 tenants but leases can be terminated by new owner with 30 day notice. Great location convenient to Alexandria, Arlington and DC! The ground level is configured as a massage spa with a large reception area, 3 treatment rooms, a break room, utility room and 1/2 bath.

The upstairs is laid out as office space with a large open office/reception area and 4 private offices along with a storage room and 1/2 bath. There is ample parking in front of the building.

Complete financials and leases can be found on tranzon.com. 2% paid to registered brokers.

Contact:

Tranzon Fox
Jeff Stein
[email protected]
888-621-2110

Wednesday, Sept. 27: A Conversation with Mary Roach at GMU’s Arlington Campus

How is a wedding gown like a bomb suit? Why are shrimp more dangerous to sailors than sharks? Why is a zipper a problem for a sniper?

On Wednesday, September 27, join economist Tyler Cowen and the Mercatus Center at George Mason University for a conversation with “America’s funniest science writer,” Mary Roach. The conversation is part of the Mercatus Center’s Conversations with Tyler event series, and will be open to the public. A book signing will immediately follow the event.

Click here to register.

Roach’s latest book is Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War. Grunt examines the science behind keeping soldiers’ bodies and minds intact, alert, and sane in the extreme conditions that come with war.

Like Roach’s other books, Grunt combines fascinating science with the perfect amount of humor and accessibility to explore life’s most interesting peculiarities. Roach’s work isn’t afraid to “go there” as she explores taboo topics such as sex, the nitty gritty of life in space, dead bodies, and what happens to food after you eat it.

Roach’s perspective frequently comes from a first-hand experience as she offers up herself — and sometimes her husband — to participate in unconventional science experiments, including agreeing to wear ultrasound equipment during coitus.

In Conversations with Tyler, economist and George Mason University professor Tyler Cowen explores the world of ideas in one-on-one dialogues with today’s top thinkers. Past guests include Lawrence H. Summers, Malcolm Gladwell, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Atul Gawande.

Mary Roach’s skillful wit and creative approach to science makes her the perfect candidate for a conversation with Tyler. Come prepared to laugh, learn, and unlock some of life’s most interesting mysteries.

Register for the event here.

Fitness Studio Next Phase Is Now Open in Courthouse

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Walk in the door at Next Phase Arlington any time of day and you’ll be greeted with the kind of enthusiasm and energy that comes exclusively from people busy doing what they love. Creating a “Happy Place” for the Arlington community is Next Phase’s #1 priority — they just happen to be a kick-ass fitness studio, too.

Located in the Courthouse neighborhood, at 2009 14th Street N., Next Phase’s class schedule boasts a heart-thumping lineup of high intensity interval training (HIIT) classes including TRX, Tabata, Barre and something they like to call HIIT Pilates: Pilates reformer training partnered with high intensity intervals for a well-rounded, albeit sweaty, workout.

But sweaty group exercise classes (and smiles) are not all Next Phase brings to the Arlington scene. Offering in-house nutritionists and personal trainers, Next Phase also designs customized programs built to nurture optimum health and happiness on an individual level. Consultations are free, and the programs are intentionally developed to serve each individual’s needs.

Best of all, Next Phase offers all of these services without the commitment of a membership — no strings attached. Sure, you can subscribe to their monthly unlimited plan, but they’ll pause your account whenever you ask them to or cancel it with no questions asked or charging fees. Next Phase wants you to be happy and healthy — all the other stuff is flexible.

This boutique fitness studio offers more than impressive, innovative instructors and fitness class formats. The Next Phase community will elevate you, encourage you to keep moving when you think you can’t and then sit down and have a beer with you.

This is no joke – just yesterday Next Phase crushed their Tabata workout outside Courthaus Social and then headed to happy hour. They were also out on the town over the weekend, demoing their signature Super Circuit at Discover Arlington’s Wellness + Fitness Festival. But, if this is the first you’re hearing about Next Phase, it’s all good – you can stop by the studio any time of day, and you’re sure to be greeted like family.

Curious yet? Your first class is always free. Create an account to access your free class, and bring a friend.

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