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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Easter Bunny will visit the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City at 11 a.m. this Friday, April 4 to offer photos at 1100 S. Hayes Street until Saturday, April 19. Family photo sessions in a sensory-friendly setting will run on Sunday, April 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.—reservations are required. ARLnow
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 1, a driver narrowly avoided injury when a large tree fell along S. George Mason Drive in Arlington's Douglas Park neighborhood just after noon - with minor damage to parked cars reported - and the road was cleared shortly after. ARLnow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Life Alive Cafe will open in September in Ballston to offer vegetarian breakfast and lunch options in the former Bruegger's Bagels space (818 N. Quincy Street). The new cafe will seat about 80 guests total with 50 indoor and 30 outdoor seats (a 2,800-square-foot ground floor space) as it builds on the positive community reception. ARLnow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County Board members will review proposals on Saturday at Central Library to redevelop a Green Valley site by razing two hotels for 531 new housing units and to convert a Claremont parcel into a Royal Farms restaurant/gas station — an agenda that also includes sidewalk improvements on S. Carlin Springs and the removal of an early-voting site saving about $27,000. They will further act next week on the fiscal budget and tax rates — following public hearings held last week. ARLnow
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers plan a new seven-story, 83-foot-tall apartment building at 4601 Fairfax Drive in Ballston to replace a 12-story office building, and some site-plan review committee members and local residents worry the height is too low. The proposal needs a major site-plan amendment for more units, and a second review meeting is set for April 28—county staff said its current height meets planning guidelines. ARLnow
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gel Plate Printing Workshop with Leaves
3-5 p.m. — Shop Made in DC — $ — Create beautiful botanical monoprints from leaves and plants in this hands-on workshop.
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Open House at 607 N Hudson Street
1-4 p.m. — 607 N Hudson Street — $1,795,000 — Explore this charming bungalow featuring 4 beds, 3 baths, and a welcoming community vibe.
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Arlington Festival of the Arts
10 AM – 5 PM — CNA Washington D.C. Branch — Free entry — An art extravaganza featuring over 100 artists with works in diverse mediums, perfect for enjoying with your leashed dog.
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Open House Event for Luxury Condo
1-4 p.m. — 4828 27th Pl N, Arlington, VA — $1,690,000 — Explore a charming Cape Cod home with modern amenities and a spacious layout.
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Embroidery 101: DC Cherry Blossom Mini Embroidery
7-8:30 p.m. — Detour Coffee — Food and beverage available for purchase — Discover the art of embroidery while creating a beautiful hand-stitched design.
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