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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Arlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal Welfare League of Arlington has a black kitten named Bob who is less than a year old and still learning to trust new people — he is available for adoption during shelter hours and may soon welcome head scratches when he feels safe. ARLnow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Hilton hotel in Rosslyn is taking reservations for fall and will welcome its first guests on Nov 15 at a tall building located at 1900 N Fort Myer Drive — the hotel will offer 331 guest rooms along with two restaurants, Locket and Scott’s Coffee Shop. The hotel also features a fitness center, business center, meeting rooms, free Wi-Fi and self-parking for $45 per day. ARLnow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arlington County will begin charging performing arts groups an hourly fee on July 1 instead of a 10% ticket surcharge to recoup losses. Local arts advocates worry the revised cost—now between $23 and $31 per hour—may strain some organizations. ARLnow
- ➤ Arlington County Board approved a $1.69 billion Fiscal Year 2026 budget on April 9 that is a 2.3 percent increase over FY 2025 and focuses on key services like housing, human services, safety, schools, and a healthy environment—keeping the real estate tax rate unchanged and raising the meals tax from 4 percent to 5 percent—while adding funds to the Economic Stabilization Reserve. The Arlington Connection
- ➤ Arlington County police announced that road closures will affect several events scheduled for April 26 and 27—these include the Bunny Hop 5K on April 26 and the Festival of the Arts plus Earth Day Every Day Festival on April 26 and 27. Drivers are advised to follow officer directions and use Metro services to avoid delays. DC News Now
- ➤ WMATA announced that changes to Metrobus service will launch in June and will rename routes while removing stops to speed up bus travel. The plan adds 11 new routes that will run every 12-20 minutes and will offer direct service across Glebe Road in Virginia and a connection from L'Enfant Plaza to National Harbor. DC News Now
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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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Open House at Modern Luxury Residence
1-4 p.m. — 4705 25th St N — $2,695,888 — Explore this exquisite 7-bedroom mansion featuring sophisticated design and modern amenities.
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Twilight Tattoo
7-8 p.m. — Summerall Field — Free entry — Experience a live military performance featuring U.S. Army Soldiers in an action-packed event.
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Jazz @ Met: Akua Allrich & the TRIBE
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Metropolitan Park — Free entry — Experience vibrant live jazz in a scenic outdoor setting.
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Brunch at Inca Social
1-3 p.m. — Inca Social — Cost varies — Enjoy a delightful brunch while catching up over delicious food.
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Twilight Tattoo - Matinee Show
1-2 p.m. — Summerall Field — Free entry — Experience a live, action-packed military performance showcasing U.S. Army Soldiers and the Army Band.
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Open House at 618 S Quincy St
6-7 p.m. — 618 S Quincy St, Arlington, VA — $900,000 — Explore a spacious 3-bedroom home with serene views and versatile living spaces.
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Open House for Luxurious Condo at Prospect House
2-4 p.m. — Prospect House — $800,000 — Explore this sophisticated condo featuring breathtaking views and modern amenities in Arlington's iconic Prospect House.
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