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, Jan. 22

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: 7:30 p.m.

A screening of the movie “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” at the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse. The movie follows a woman who leaves a message on billboards looking for a suspect in her daughter’s murder.

Tuesday, Jan. 23

The Myth of Equality
Clarendon United Methodist Church (606 N. Irving Street)
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.

Clarendon UMC will have its regular Social Justice Book Club with discussion of Ken Wytsma’s book “The Myth of Equality: Uncovering the Roots in Injustice and Privilege,” which shows realities in present society and our role as witnesses of the gospel.

Wednesday, Jan. 24

Extreme Weather Trends
Arlington Central Library (1015 N. Quincy Street)
Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Jason Samenow of The Washington Post’s Capital Weather Gang will discuss extreme weather trends in the D.C. area, how to prepare for them and what could be in the future of the region’s weather in this free lecture.

Thursday, Jan. 25

New Year, New You
Latitude Apartments (3601 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 6-8 p.m.

Keep your New Year’s resolutions with Latitude Apartments and Xtend Barre Arlington with an evening featuring a complimentary barre and circuit 7 class, juice tasting by South Block Juice Company and free apartment tours.

Friday, Jan. 26

Library Happy Hour and Open House
Arlington Central Library (1015 N. Quincy Street)
Time: 5-7 p.m.

An event featuring fun activities, informational tables, librarians, music by the Three Man Soul Machine and drinks provided by the Ballston BID. Attendees can learn about library programs and resources in an informal setting.

Saturday, Jan. 27

Urban Agriculture: Seeds
Westover Library (1644 N. McKinley Road)
Time: 10:30 a.m. to noon

Learn to integrate space-friendly gardening techniques into your urban environment, whether a backyard, rooftop, balcony, community garden or other site. Attendees will learn to make starter pots and about simple lighting systems.

Sunday, Jan. 28

2018 Campaign Kickoff
Lyon Village Community House (1920 N. Highland Street)
Time: 4-6 p.m.

Independent County Board member John Vihstadt kicks off his 2018 re-election campaign at the Lyon Village Community House. Contributions to the campaign are appreciated, but the event is free and open to the public.

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Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Tuesday, Jan. 16

Community Forum on Helicopter Noise
Abingdon Elementary School (3035 S. Abingdon Street)
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.

Rep. Don Beyer will host a community forum to discuss helicopter noise from the nearby Pentagon. The forum is part of a study Beyer had included in last year’s Defense Authorization Act after frequent complaints from neighbors.

Thursday, Jan. 18

Home Selling Seminar *
Heavy Seas Alehouse (1501 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.

Learn about the process of selling your home, how staging can improve sales price, how to structure a loan, tips to fix commonly flagged issues found during a home inspection before listing your home. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Meet the Chair
GMU Arlington Campus (3351 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.

Hear new County Board chair Katie Cristol’s 2018 initiatives, then ask questions in a town hall forum. This special event connects Arlington residents and community citizens directly to one of their representatives.

Brian Posehn Live
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings

Comedian, actor and writer Brian Posehn brings his stand-up show to the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse. Posehn has starred in film and television shows as well as his own stand-up performances, including 2013’s “The Fartist.”

Friday, Jan. 19

Voices Out of Chaos
Yorktown High School (5200 Yorktown Blvd)
Time: 7-8:15 p.m.

Yorktown High School’s Theatre III & IV class performs “Voices Out of Chaos” again, so audience members can see how the original play created in response to current events has evolved. A Q&A will follow the free performance.

Saturday, Jan. 20

Aligning Your Real Estate New Year’s Resolutions *
Washington Golf & Country Club (3017 N. Glebe Road)
Time: 9-11 a.m.

A workshop for those wondering if their current home aligns with their lifestyle, financial, quality of life and other goals, or if it might be time for a change. It combines elements of life coaching, change facilitation and real estate.

Sunday, Jan. 21

Feast of St. Agnes Celebration *
St. Agnes Catholic Church (1910 N. Randolph Street)
Time: 1-3 p.m.

Join St. Agnes Catholic Church as they celebrate the feast of their patron saint. After the noon Mass, there will be a choir-led procession to the Parish Hall for lunch sponsored by the parish, featuring a music ensemble. All are welcome, RSVP required.

Free Weekly Bingo
O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub (3201 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 6-8 p.m.

D.C. Fray hosts a free weekly bingo night at O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub in Clarendon with plenty of opportunities to win various prizes. Attendees can expect laid-back games, jokes and the occasional drink special.

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Monday, Jan. 8

Free Home Buyer Workshop *
Orange Line Living (1600 Wilson Blvd, Suite #101)
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

Attend a free workshop for first-time home buyers that will delve into a comprehensive explanation of the home purchasing process and will include a $1,500 credit for future home purchases. The class is co-hosted by Orange Line Living and The Keri Shull Team.

Wednesday, Jan. 10

Arlington Committee of 100: Arlington’s Infrastructure *
Marymount University, Phelan Hall (2807 N. Glebe Road)
Time: 7-8 p.m.

Greg Emmanuel, director of the Dept. of Environmental Services, will lead a discussion on Arlington’s infrastructure needs, coming changes and future plans. An optional dinner is $28 for member and $30 for all others.

Thursday, Jan. 11

Piano Fight Club Show
Clarendon Grill (1101 N. Highland Street)
Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

The duo, which touts “dueling pianos like you’ve never seen it before,” will hold its first show of the year at the bar and grill, which offers a full-service food menu in addition to live entertainment at night.

Sunday, Jan. 14

Martin Luther King, Jr.: The Man and the Mission
Wakefield High School Auditorium (1325 S. Dinwiddie Street)
Time: 5-6:30 p.m.

The Dept. of Parks and Recreation is hosting the county’s annual program to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The program features musical and dance talent from Duke Ellington School of the Arts and spoken word artist Kim Miller.

Monday, Jan. 15

MLK Day of Service
Arlington Career Center (816 S. Walter Reed Drive)
Time: 8:30 a.m.-noon

Instead of taking the day off, make the holiday “a day on” by participating in a day of service led by Volunteer Arlington. Participants of all ages will select one service or training opportunity in the free program.

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Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Wednesday, Dec. 20

Star Wars: The Last Jedi *
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: Various

The Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse screens Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Tickets cost $8 per person for the movie, which sees Rey develop her Jedi abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker. Screenings available through January 4.

Thursday, Dec. 21

Welcome Winter at Westover
Westover Library (1644 N. McKinley Road, Suite 3)
Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Celebrate the first day of winter with preschool stories on the hour, face painting, snowman games, wintery crafts for all ages, hot chocolate and snacks. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. The program is for all ages.

Sunday, December 24

Christmas Eve Mass at Night *
St. Agnes Catholic Church (1910 N. Randolph Street)
Time: 10-11 p.m.

Join the still of night this Christmas Eve for a special evening Mass in celebration of the Nativity: all are welcome. The church is lit inside and out, welcoming neighbors and visitors to experience the joys of Christmas.

Monday, December 25

Christmas Morning Mass *
St. Agnes Catholic Church (1910 N. Randolph Street)
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Experience Christmas with the congregation at St. Agnes Catholic Church as they celebrate the birth of Christ on Christmas morning. All are welcome to the service, which will include hymns and the giving of Holy Communion.

Sunday, December 31

Kiss 2017 Goodbye
The G.O.A.T (3028 Wilson Blvd)
Time: Evening

Arlington’s sports bar and gaming lounge, The G.O.A.T, is getting ready and set for you to go celebrate with them all night long for New Year’s Eve. There is no cover charge. Get there early to bypass the long lines anticipated.

New Year’s Eve Party *
Quinn’s on the Corner (1776 Wilson Blvd)
Time: Evening

Spend New Year’s Eve at Rosslyn’s favorite bar, Quinn’s On The Corner. Tickets include two drink tickets and a champagne toast at midnight as well as a bar bites buffet from 8-10 p.m. The night will include popular music from a DJ.

New Year’s Eve *
Copperwood Tavern (4021 Campbell Ave)
Time: Evening

On offer will be a three-course dinner that includes a soup or salad, luxury main dish options including lobster, filet, gourmet spaghetti squash or braised rabbit, sides and Chocolate Temptation for dessert. The evening includes a champagne toast.

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Also, be sure to check out our event calendar.

Tuesday

Arlington Home Buyer Class *
Orange Line Living (1600 Wilson Blvd #101)
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

A comprehensive class highlighting what you need to know to buy a home. Learn terminology, what happens at each stage of the transaction, strategies for negotiating a purchase price and the types of loans available. Admission is free.

Art Night: The Nightmare Before Giftmas
Westover Library (1644 N. McKinley Road, Suite 3)
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.

A place for like-minded creatives to work on art, craft, and socialize in a relaxed atmosphere. December’s theme is “The Nightmare Before Giftmas,” where attendees can enjoy the animated film, “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”

Wednesday

Winemaker Dinner *
Osteria da Nino (2900 S. Quincy Street)
Time: 7-10:30 p.m.

A multi-course dinner featuring Angelo Gaja wines and foods from the Piedmont and Tuscany regions of Italy. Admission costs $120 per person. Foods and drinks will be paired throughout the meal, with the chance to buy bottles afterwards.

Should the Name of Washington-Lee High School Be Changed? *
Marymount University Phelan Hall (2807 N. Glebe Road)
Time: 7-9 p.m.

The Arlington Committee of 100 discusses whether the name of Washington-Lee High School should be changed, as Fairfax County did with JEB Stuart earlier this year. Panelists will discuss whether the name is still appropriate in 2017.

Clarendon Chanukah Menorah Lighting *
Clarendon Central Park (3140 Wilson Blvd)
Time: 6-7 p.m.

Clarendon lights its six-foot Menorah as part of the county’s annual Hanukkah celebrations, led by Chabad Lubavitch of Alexandria-Arlington. The evening will include traditional Jewish food, live entertainment and chocolate gelt and dreidels.

Thursday

Rosslyn Carols! Holiday Concert
Central Place Plaza (1800 N. Lynn Street)
Time: Noon to 10 p.m.

A fun holiday experience around the Christmas tree at Central Place Plaza. The event will include a lunchtime concert, a DJ, caroling from HB-Woodlawn School and a live evening concert. Attendees can also have photos in a life-size snow globe.

Chanukah on Ice *
Pentagon Row Ice Rink (1201 S. Joyce Street)
Time: 6-8:30 p.m.

Celebrate Hanukkah at Pentagon Row’s outdoor ice rink with ice skating, a free raffle, the lighting of a six-foot Menorah and food including hot Latkes and kosher hot dogs. Admission costs $13 per person and includes skate rental.

Saturday

National Chamber Ensemble “Holiday Cheer!” Concert
Universalist Unitarian Church of Arlington (4444 Arlington Blvd)
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.

The NCE welcomes the holiday season with its concert, “Holiday Cheer!” It will bring classical pieces and holiday favorites together for the whole family. NCE’s Outstanding Young Artist Achievement Award winner for piano competition will perform.

U.S. Army Fife and Drump Corps Winter Concert
Clarendon United Methodist Church (606 N. Irving Street)
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.

The U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp’s winter concert. The Fife and flute players of the organization will showcase classical, traditional and military fife/flute music of the 18th Century, as well as seasonal holiday music.

Sunday

The Nutcracker Tea
Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City (1250 S. Hayes Street)
Time: 2-4 p.m.

A nutcracker tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy, presented by the BalletNova Center For Dance, which produces performances of The Nutcracker each year. Each year, BalletNova brings The Nutcracker to the community in a variety of ways, this being one.

Live Nativity With Petting Zoo
Calloway UM Church (5000 Lee Highway)
Time: 3-5 p.m.

Calloway United Methodist Church invites the entire community to the Living Nativity, featuring characters and a live petting zoo for children and adults alike. Free refreshments will be served, with other activities on offer too.

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Monday

Conversations With Tyler: Ross Douthat *
GMU Founders Hall (3351 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

New York Times editorial columnist and leading conservative thinker Ross Douthat joins Tyler Cowen for a wide-ranging dialogue as part of the Mercatus Center’s Conversations with Tyler series at George Mason University’s Founders Hall.

Carols and Ale *
O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub (3207 Washington Blvd)
Time: 6-8 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays with good company, communal singing, and giving back. Attendees are invited to bring donations for Doorways for Women and Families: Paper towels, dish soap, disinfectant wipes, Target gift cards and/or monetary gifts.

Tuesday

Holiday Cheer on Tap
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston (4610 Fairfax Drive)
Time: 5-7 p.m.

Celebrate the holiday season with colleagues, friends and neighbors in Ballston alongside the Arlington Chamber of Commerce and Ballston BID. Enjoy drinks and appetizers while networking with fellow local business leaders.

Fill the Cruiser
Pentagon Row (1101 S. Joyce Street)
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.

Officers from the Arlington County Police Department will collect new, unwrapped toys as part of Operation Santa to donate to needy children. Donations can also be made at police headquarters (1425 N. Courthouse Road) until December 15.

Thursday

Home Alone
Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike)
Time: 7:45 p.m.

As part of the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse’s Christmas Movie Festival, view a screening of holiday classic Home Alone, starring Macaulay Culkin as a child that gets left at home by his parents. Another screening is on Monday, December 11.

Friday

Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
Sheraton Pentagon City (900 S. Orme Street)
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The 93rd annual meeting will be a celebration of 2017 and the exciting future. The meeting details the Chamber’s key initiatives and plans for the coming year, with a keynote address from County Board chair Jay Fisette.

Miracle on 23rd Street
Linden Resources (750 23rd Street S.)
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

The annual Arlington holiday tradition features The Grand Tree Lighting Ceremony, Santa arriving on an fire truck, a visit with Santa, face painting for children and holiday musical entertainment. Guests are encouraged to dress warmly.

Saturday

Wakefield High School Holiday Shop
Wakefield High School (1325 S. Dinwiddie Street)
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Wakefield High School students, clubs, activities and teams will be selling fair trade and hand-made items to raise money for activities at the school. Current vendors include 10,000 Villages, Wakefield Boosters, Colette’s Popcorn and more.

Grump! Arts and Crafts Show
Crystal City Underground (1750 Crystal Drive)
Time: Noon to 5 p.m.

A chance to shop locally and have your photo taken with the Grumpy Yeti. More than 50 vendors will appear, chosen by jury every October. Items available include clothes, jewelry, greeting cards, cosmetics, art and accessories.

Sunday

Bubbles & Beyond *
Twisted Vines (2803 Columbia Pike)
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

A casual tasting event featuring a variety of sparkling wines and various bite-sized pairings of food. Stations will be setup throughout the restaurant with wine professionals taking you through the wine’s story and how best to pair for the season.

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