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Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Arlington’s Good Company Doughnuts is launching a new food truck named Sprinkles to serve donuts, pastries, coffee, and tea in Rosslyn. The truck—permitted in Arlington and Fairfax with D.C. approval pending—will park at 1735 N. Lynn Street a couple days a week and cater events.  ARLnow
  • Flight Wine Shop celebrated its grand opening over the weekend in Crystal City (at 269 19th Court S. on the ground floor of The Grace apartments) as a spinoff of the former D.C. Flight Wine Bar. The store offers 300 wines from 17 regions and will host wine classes and tastings soon (co-owner Swati Bose said the event exceeded her expectations).  ARLnow

CRIME NEWS

  • Arlington police arrested a teen on March 13 after he drove a stolen car on I-395, striking a police cruiser and two vehicles before fleeing on foot—on March 14, officers apprehended a 53-year-old man who damaged a building lobby near Columbia Pike with a hammer, and on March 15, a scooter rider was knocked down and robbed near Courthouse Metro, sustaining serious injuries.  ARLnow

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • At a recent Arlington County Board meeting—activists shouted and chanted to urge officials to change the local policy that permits police to contact federal immigration authorities in certain cases. Board members said they would review the policy while offering no specific details on any changes.  ARLnow
  • Arlington Public Schools has more seats than needed at its 25 elementary schools—officials said there are no plans to close schools now. School leaders will review enrollment data and hold community meetings in the fall to guide possible boundary changes.  ARLnow

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • In February, Arlington saw a renovated condo at 1530 Key Boulevard #904 — a 3-bed, 3-bath unit with 2,044 sq.ft. — sell for $1,585,000 as the highest-priced condo sale; other sales include listings in Courthouse and Pentagon City at $1,130,000 and $1,100,000 respectively, and a modest unit at Green Valley that sold for $237,050.  ARLnow

EVENTS

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  • Embroidery 101: Mini Embroidery Class Inspired by DC Cherry Blossoms

    This hands-on class teaches participants basic embroidery techniques while creating a personalized design that can enhance home décor or serve as a thoughtful gift.

    Wed, 3/19/25

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  • Shut Up & Write Arlington/Alexandria

    7:30-9:00 a.m. — Kaldi's Social House — Free entry — A supportive writing environment where procrastination is banished and progress is made.

    Sun, 3/23/25

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  • Computers in Libraries 2025

    All day | Hyatt Regency Crystal City | Early booking rates from $295 | A global gathering for library and information professionals focused on technology and innovation.

    Tue, 3/25/25

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  • Open House at Luxury Home in Arlington

    2-4 p.m. — 6020 4th St N — $1,550,000 — Explore a beautiful luxury home in the sought-after Spy Hill neighborhood.

    Sun, 3/30/25

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  • EQ-i 2.0®/EQ 360® Certification Course

    March 31-April 2 | Arlington, VA | Course Fee Required | Gain essential skills in emotional intelligence assessment and feedback.

    Mon, 3/31/25

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  • Hadestown: Teen Edition

    7 PM – 10 PM — Washington-Liberty High School — Check event page for ticket info — An award-winning musical journey intertwining mythic tales of love and fate.

    Thu, 4/3/25

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  • Japanese Culture Session: A Traditional Tea Ceremony

    10:30-11:30 a.m. — Pentagon City Metro Station — Refunds up to 3 days before event — Experience tranquility and culture through a matcha tea ceremony led by a master.

    Fri, 4/4/25

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  • National Chamber Ensemble: Bach, Liebermann and Brahms

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Marymount University - Ballston Center — Check event page for costs — Experience an evening of classical masterpieces performed by talented musicians from Julliard.

    Sat, 4/5/25

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  • Sunday Serenade Series

    10:00-11:30 a.m. — Cabin John Regional Park — Free entry — Enjoy easy-listening music alongside sweet snacks and warm beverages to conclude your weekend on a high note.

    Sun, 4/6/25

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  • Monday Night Stand Up Comedy

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Board Room VA — $20 online, $25 at the door — Enjoy an evening of laughs with headliner Pete Bergen and featured acts at this monthly comedy night.

    Mon, 4/7/25

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