29 Oct 2020
Arlington County's review of key actions the Board takes at its monthly meeting.
1. Expanding childcare options
2. Dialogues on Race and Equity to address disparities
3. Deferring possible changes to Columbia Pike’s Neighborhood Form Based Code
4. Accepting more pandemic assistance
5. Sobering budget outlook for FY 21-FY22
1. Expanding childcare options
2. Dialogues on Race and Equity to address disparities
3. Deferring possible changes to Columbia Pike’s Neighborhood Form Based Code
4. Accepting more pandemic assistance
5. Sobering budget outlook for FY 21-FY22
- 3 participants
- 39 minutes
7 Jul 2020
Have you noticed leaf discoloration and wilt on your trees? Do you want to learn how to protect mature trees on your property and in your neighborhood? If so, we can help! Arlington County Urban Forestry and Historic Preservation Program staff partnered to create an informational video so that you can learn about combating oak decline and preserving trees on your property. The video includes a brief presentation on the history of the development of Arlington County and an in-depth discussion on tree care in Arlington’s historic districts.
- 2 participants
- 53 minutes
2 Mar 2020
ATV's monthly conversation with Arlington County Board members on the major issues discussed at February's Board meeting.
1. Manager presents his Proposed FY 21 Budget, Board advertises CY 2020 tax rate
2. Board accepts $200,000 for Childcare Scholarships
3. Board sets March public hearings on Crystal City PDSP
4. Board approves space in Arlington Mill Community Center for jobs service
5. Board Approves Neighborhood Conservation park renovation contract
6. Board Members talking to the community about Missing Middle, Housing Arlington
1. Manager presents his Proposed FY 21 Budget, Board advertises CY 2020 tax rate
2. Board accepts $200,000 for Childcare Scholarships
3. Board sets March public hearings on Crystal City PDSP
4. Board approves space in Arlington Mill Community Center for jobs service
5. Board Approves Neighborhood Conservation park renovation contract
6. Board Members talking to the community about Missing Middle, Housing Arlington
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
24 May 2019
The Board approved a $4.85 million construction contract for the long-planned town square in the heart of the Green Valley (previously called Nauck) neighborhood -- an important step toward realizing the community’s vision.
- 2 participants
- 3 minutes
16 Nov 2018
Amazon.com, Inc, announced that it has chosen Arlington County to establish a major new headquarters in an area known as National Landing.
National Landing is a newly branded neighborhood encompassing parts of Pentagon City and Crystal City in Arlington and Potomac Yard in Alexandria.
The Commonwealth’s announcement also includes news of a new partnership with Virginia Tech to develop a revolutionary Innovation Campus to fill demand for high-tech talent in National Landing and beyond.
National Landing is a newly branded neighborhood encompassing parts of Pentagon City and Crystal City in Arlington and Potomac Yard in Alexandria.
The Commonwealth’s announcement also includes news of a new partnership with Virginia Tech to develop a revolutionary Innovation Campus to fill demand for high-tech talent in National Landing and beyond.
- 8 participants
- 44 minutes
16 Apr 2018
Arlington County is thrilled to welcome Gerber Products Company, subsidiary of Nestlé https://newsroom.arlingtonva.us/release/gerber-relocates-u-s-headquarters-to-arlington/
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam made the announcement this afternoon that Nestlé will invest an additional $5 million to relocate Gerber from New Jersey to join its corporate headquarters in Arlington’s Rosslyn neighborhood. Gerber will occupy 23,392 square feet of office space in Rosslyn’s 1812 North Moore address, creating a total of 150 new jobs.
Nestlé’s decision to bring one of its top brands to Arlington after choosing the location for its US headquarters last year is a major step forward in Arlington’s effort to diversify its economy.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam made the announcement this afternoon that Nestlé will invest an additional $5 million to relocate Gerber from New Jersey to join its corporate headquarters in Arlington’s Rosslyn neighborhood. Gerber will occupy 23,392 square feet of office space in Rosslyn’s 1812 North Moore address, creating a total of 150 new jobs.
Nestlé’s decision to bring one of its top brands to Arlington after choosing the location for its US headquarters last year is a major step forward in Arlington’s effort to diversify its economy.
- 3 participants
- 2 minutes
9 Nov 2017
Daily highlights of what's going on in Arlington, Virginia. More information on events in Arlington today at https://today.arlingtonva.us/ Be sure to subscribe to ArlingtonCounty on YouTube to get this and other videos from Arlington TV.
MADE IN ARLINGTON
POP-UP SHOP @ PLAZA LIBRARY
8-5 WEEKDAYS
LOBBY VENDOR: GEORGES’ BOTANIQUE AROMATIQUE
ARLINGTON AND ALEXANDRIA COMMISSIONS ON AGING
2017 LEGISLATION FORUM
FAIRLINGTON COMMUNTY CENTER
3308 S STAFFORD ST
9:30AM
MEETINGS @COURTHOUSE PLAZA
2100 CLARENDON BLVD
PLANNING COMMISSION - 7PM
HOUSING COMMISSION - 7PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - 7:30PM
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
7:30PM @2300WILSON BLVD
MADE IN ARLINGTON
POP-UP SHOP @ PLAZA LIBRARY
8-5 WEEKDAYS
LOBBY VENDOR: GEORGES’ BOTANIQUE AROMATIQUE
ARLINGTON AND ALEXANDRIA COMMISSIONS ON AGING
2017 LEGISLATION FORUM
FAIRLINGTON COMMUNTY CENTER
3308 S STAFFORD ST
9:30AM
MEETINGS @COURTHOUSE PLAZA
2100 CLARENDON BLVD
PLANNING COMMISSION - 7PM
HOUSING COMMISSION - 7PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - 7:30PM
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE
7:30PM @2300WILSON BLVD
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
3 Oct 2017
Public artist Donald Lipski discusses his proposed sculpture, "The Pike", at the Arlington Public Library in Arlington VA. "The Pike" will be part of the west Columbia Pike Gateway project and is sponsored by Arlington County Cultural Affairs.
- 6 participants
- 56 minutes
14 Sep 2017
Daily highlights of what's going on in Arlington, Virginia. More information on events in Arlington today at https://today.arlingtonva.us/ Be sure to subscribe to ArlingtonCounty on YouTube to get this and other videos from Arlington TV.
Legopalooza
Columbia Pike Library
816 S Walter Reed Dr
4-5PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/event/19387
Michael Kazin "War Against War”
Central Library Auditorium
1015 N Quincy St
7PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/event/15462
Another Side of School Desegregation
Arlington Historical Society
Marymount University - Reinsch Auditorium
2807 N Glebe Road
7PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/event/19424
Meetings
Military & Veterans Affairs Committee @8AM
Human Rights Commission @7:30PM
2100 Clarendon Blvd
Neighborhood Conservation Advisory Committee
2300 Wilson Blvd @7:30PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us
Animal Welfare League of Arlington
2650 S Arlington Mill Dr
703-931-9241
www.awla.org
Legopalooza
Columbia Pike Library
816 S Walter Reed Dr
4-5PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/event/19387
Michael Kazin "War Against War”
Central Library Auditorium
1015 N Quincy St
7PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/event/15462
Another Side of School Desegregation
Arlington Historical Society
Marymount University - Reinsch Auditorium
2807 N Glebe Road
7PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/event/19424
Meetings
Military & Veterans Affairs Committee @8AM
Human Rights Commission @7:30PM
2100 Clarendon Blvd
Neighborhood Conservation Advisory Committee
2300 Wilson Blvd @7:30PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us
Animal Welfare League of Arlington
2650 S Arlington Mill Dr
703-931-9241
www.awla.org
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
20 Jul 2017
ATV's regular roundup of news and notes. In this edition, we take a look at the long-planned sidewalk upgrade on Old Dominion. Bluemont Park renovations celebrate with a ribbon cutting. The county has to BEE careful at a building in Nauck. JFAC is holding an informational meeting on bus storage in the county, which you can stream live right here. The Office of Emergency Management held a HERricane. The Office of Human Rights annual conference on work place discrimination looked at "Overcoming Barriers for Employment and Advancement of Females and Minorities." And we hold a meeting... in a bowl?
- 3 participants
- 7 minutes
4 Jul 2017
Daily highlights of what's going on in Arlington, Virginia. More information on events in Arlington today at https://today.arlingtonva.us/ Be sure to subscribe to ArlingtonCounty on YouTube to get this and other videos from Arlington TV.
July 4 Celebration
Long Bridge Park
475 Long Bridge Dr
5-10PM
https://parks.arlingtonva.us/july-4th/
Neighborhood Parades
Fairlington Villages 10-11AM
DOUGLAS PARK 10AM-2PM
Lyon Village 11AM-3PM
Barcroft 10AM-noon
Country Club Hills 9AM-1PM
Waycroft-Woodlawn 12-2PM
Old Dominion 4-8 PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/?date=%22Next%2030%20days%22&search=%22parade%22
July 4 Celebration
Long Bridge Park
475 Long Bridge Dr
5-10PM
https://parks.arlingtonva.us/july-4th/
Neighborhood Parades
Fairlington Villages 10-11AM
DOUGLAS PARK 10AM-2PM
Lyon Village 11AM-3PM
Barcroft 10AM-noon
Country Club Hills 9AM-1PM
Waycroft-Woodlawn 12-2PM
Old Dominion 4-8 PM
https://today.arlingtonva.us/?date=%22Next%2030%20days%22&search=%22parade%22
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
15 Mar 2017
ATV's regular roundup of news and notes. In this edition we check in on the public roundtables that the Joint Facility Advisory Commission has been holding. In other stories, it's spring which means free mulch pickup and street paving work coming to your neighborhood.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
24 Oct 2016
ATV's monthly look at the important decisions that County Board took at its latest meeting. County Board Chair Libby Garvey is joined by her Board colleague Christian Dorsey and host Cara O'Donnell to discuss changes to the Rosslyn Sector Plan, the designation of new street types, new sign plan regulations, the budget close and out and new cycle, and proposed expressway lanes on I-395. They also revisit the topic of regulations for short term rentals.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
25 Aug 2016
Jessica Baxter finds out why Arlington County is inspecting our neighborhood bridges.
- 2 participants
- 2 minutes
28 Jun 2016
In this edition of County Board Wrap-Up, Board Chair Libby Garvey is joined by her colleague Christian Dorsey to talk about WMATA's "SafeTrack" project. They also discuss new development projects on Columbia Pike and in Ballston. Ms. Garvey addresses the Historic District designation for Stratford School, the acquisition of new land for parks, a restoration project getting underway in Four Mile Run, and a new Neighborhood Conservation plan for Long Branch neighborhood.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
12 May 2016
ATV's regular roundup of all the news and notes from Around Arlington. In this edition, we focus on the County's recent Small Business Summit. We also take a look at some of the recent personnel changes the County has made to service it's community better, and look at the recently announced Four Mile Run Valley development working group.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
11 May 2016
ATV's regular roundup of all the news and notes from Around Arlington. In this edition, we focus on the County's recent Small Business Summit. We also take a look at some of the recent personnel changes the County has made to service it's community better, and look at the recently announced Four Mile Run Valley development working group.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
20 Apr 2016
ATV's regular roundup of all the news and notes from Around Arlington. In this edition, the Crystal City Transitway is now open! And StreetBeat takes us to the ribbon cutting to let us know why it's important. We also celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Arlington County Civic Federation, the 40th anniversay of the Arlington Education Employment Program, and plant a pinwheel garden for child protection services. Plus, don't miss the free Small Business Summit coming up on May 6.
- 3 participants
- 4 minutes
22 Mar 2016
ATV's regular roundup of news and notes. In this edition we make a call for the Pothole Busters, go to an Alice in Wonderland themed ball, introduce year round yard waste, check out the new courts at Virginia Highland Park, make a call for nominations for Women of Vision 2016, and dust off an old old, song.
- 3 participants
- 7 minutes
21 Mar 2016
ATV's monthly update providing insight on all the actions and activity of the most recent County Board meeting. In this month's show, County Board Chair Libby Garvey joins us to talk about future plans for the development of Rosslyn, regional transportation issues following from the state's actions on I-66, funds for potholes, and other topics.
To view individual discussions, use the following links for:
Rosslyn Re-development: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=1m6s
I-66 and Regional Transportation Issues: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=11m45s
Potholes: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=19m9s
Partnering with VA Tech: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=21m34s
Snowzilla Follow Up: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=24m54s
To view individual discussions, use the following links for:
Rosslyn Re-development: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=1m6s
I-66 and Regional Transportation Issues: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=11m45s
Potholes: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=19m9s
Partnering with VA Tech: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=21m34s
Snowzilla Follow Up: https://youtu.be/yb6O1Kiix7I?t=24m54s
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
29 Feb 2016
ATV's monthly update providing insight on all the actions and activity of the most recent County Board meeting. In this month's show, County Board Chair Libby Garvey joins us to take a deep dive into the FY 2017 Proposed Budget, as well as to talk about a new re-development plan for Columbia Pike, look at funding for Neighborhood Conservation Program projects, and issues surrounding Child Care regulations.
- 9 participants
- 36 minutes
23 Feb 2016
The County is holding a Community Snow Forum on Feb. 24 at Francis Scott Key Elementary to get your feedback on snow clean up efforts. Also, registration for Summer classes is beginning, the county offers free tax advice for low and moderate income residents, the annual Feel the Heritage celebration returns, and in this week's Street Beat we look at efforts to make the I66/Washington Blvd intersection work better and safer for everyone.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes
24 Jan 2016
A visit with the people who are responsible for removing snow from the streets of Arlington County Virginia.
- 3 participants
- 3 minutes
12 Jan 2016
Susan Bell is the retired Department Director for Arlington County Community Planning, Housing and Development. Bell worked for the County from 1983-2011 and oversaw some of the most dramatic changes in Arlington's history. Ms Bell is interviewed by Library Director Diane Kresh and Dept. of Technology Services Director Jack Belcher.
- 3 participants
- 29 minutes
15 Dec 2015
ATV's bi-weekly roundup of all the news and notes around Arlington. In this edition, we say goodbye to two long-time members of the County Board, and welcome two new ones. We also roll out a new segment on County street maintenance, called appropriately "Street Beat." There's also the annual Secret Santa program, and the kickoff of the Nauck Town Center design process.
- 5 participants
- 7 minutes
24 Nov 2015
ATV's monthly update providing insight on all the actions and activity of the most recent County Board meeting. County Board Chair Mary Hynes joins Diana Sun to talk about the November 2015 Board meeting, focusing on an exciting new public-private partnership plan to re-develop Ballston Mall, as well as a VDOT proposal for the future of I-66, year-round yard waste collection, a public process to reconsider taxi cab fare rates, and the closeout of the 2015 Budget cycle and beginning of the 2017 budget.
• Public-private partnership plan to re-develop Ballston Mall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=75
• VDOT proposal for the future of I-66: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=630
• Year-round yard waste collection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=919
• A public process to reconsider taxi cab fare rates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=1019
• Closeout of the 2015 Budget cycle and beginning of the 2017 budget: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=1284
• Public-private partnership plan to re-develop Ballston Mall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=75
• VDOT proposal for the future of I-66: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=630
• Year-round yard waste collection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=919
• A public process to reconsider taxi cab fare rates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=1019
• Closeout of the 2015 Budget cycle and beginning of the 2017 budget: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgOQoJoZ3XQ&feature=youtu.be&t=1284
- 6 participants
- 30 minutes
18 Nov 2015
!!CORRECTION: THE NEW COUNTY BOARD MEMBERS WILL HOLD OFFICE JANUARY 1ST!!
ATV's regular round-up of news and notes from around the county. In this edition, the Lee Highway Alliance envisions the future of their neighborhoods, the Arlington County Board welcomes two new members after the November elections, the innovative Chefs vs. Chiefs competition helps raise awareness for AFAC, and new LED lights are helping to save money at county facilities.
ATV's regular round-up of news and notes from around the county. In this edition, the Lee Highway Alliance envisions the future of their neighborhoods, the Arlington County Board welcomes two new members after the November elections, the innovative Chefs vs. Chiefs competition helps raise awareness for AFAC, and new LED lights are helping to save money at county facilities.
- 4 participants
- 6 minutes
27 Oct 2015
ATV's monthly update providing insight on all the actions and activity of the most recent County Board meeting. County Board Chair Mary Hynes joins Diana Sun to talk about the October 2015 Board meeting, focusing on new development site plans in Ballston and Clarendon, an update on the Fire Station #8 story, a new community park, the designation of an area of Old Growth forest, new LED lights coming to a section of Lee Highway, and the county renewing service agreements with Falls Church.
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
15 Oct 2015
ATV's regular round-up of news and notes from around the county. In this edition, the county's new permanent homeless services shelter opens; the eCARE recycling event was rescheduled to October 31; parking meter rates rose 25 cents per hour in the county; we're accepting nominations for this year's Design Arlington Awards (through Nov. 16); the fall leaf collection program is gearing up, and the public art program dedicated its newest public art installation at the Water Pollution Control Plant.
- 3 participants
- 7 minutes
2 Sep 2015
Arlington Virginia's kickoff event to Affordable Housing Month included a talk by Chris Estes, President & CEO of the National Housing Conference. County Board Chair Mary Hynes read and signed a proclamation affirming Arlington County's commitment to affordable housing. The event was recorded on Sept. 2 2015 in the Arlington County Board room.
- 6 participants
- 44 minutes
31 Jul 2015
ATV's bi-weekly roundup of all the news and notes Around Arlington.
Community meetings about a new site are underway. In this edition of Around Arlington, we'll talk with Fire Chief Jim Schwartz about the site selection process, but first...
It's been really hot lately! Arlington's Department of Human Services reminds everyone to stay cool by drinking plenty of water, wearing light-weight clothing, and staying inside during the hottest part of the day. All County facilities are air-conditioned and open to the public. So stop by a community center or library to cool off and check out the many programs we offer. We've got more tips for keeping cool on our website at arlingtonva.us.
The Ball Sellers House is the oldest house in Arlington County. Built in the 1750s - long before air conditioning - the Ball-Sellers House is a rare example of the kind of home an ordinary person lived in during the 18th century. It's located in the Glencarlyn neighborhood and is open to visitors every Saturday through October from 1 to 4 p.m.
Arlington County is considering relocating Fire Station 8 to an area further north. Relocating would improve response times to a larger number of Arlington homes. Here's Fire Chief Jim Schwartz to tell us more. To learn more about the site selection process for Fire Station 8, go to the Projects and Planning section of our website. .
In the newest edition of County Board Wrap Up, Board Chair Mary Hynes discusses the Board's deliberations on Fire Station 8. She also reviews recent Board actions including approval of the Rosslyn Sector Plan, recruiting an internal auditor, new Capital BikeShare stations, and more. You can watch County Board Wrap Up right here on this channel, or stream it on our website at arlingtonva.tv.
The Third District Police Team hosted a Safety and Community Awareness event to help acquaint Arlington residents with their local police officers. Activities included free VIN etching to discourage car theft; a chance to experience what it's like to be a police officer; a distracted driving simulator; a K-9 demonstration; and lots of fun for kids. Learn more about police services and events at police.arlingtonva.us.
Well that's it for this week. We'll see you next time, Around Arlington.
Community meetings about a new site are underway. In this edition of Around Arlington, we'll talk with Fire Chief Jim Schwartz about the site selection process, but first...
It's been really hot lately! Arlington's Department of Human Services reminds everyone to stay cool by drinking plenty of water, wearing light-weight clothing, and staying inside during the hottest part of the day. All County facilities are air-conditioned and open to the public. So stop by a community center or library to cool off and check out the many programs we offer. We've got more tips for keeping cool on our website at arlingtonva.us.
The Ball Sellers House is the oldest house in Arlington County. Built in the 1750s - long before air conditioning - the Ball-Sellers House is a rare example of the kind of home an ordinary person lived in during the 18th century. It's located in the Glencarlyn neighborhood and is open to visitors every Saturday through October from 1 to 4 p.m.
Arlington County is considering relocating Fire Station 8 to an area further north. Relocating would improve response times to a larger number of Arlington homes. Here's Fire Chief Jim Schwartz to tell us more. To learn more about the site selection process for Fire Station 8, go to the Projects and Planning section of our website. .
In the newest edition of County Board Wrap Up, Board Chair Mary Hynes discusses the Board's deliberations on Fire Station 8. She also reviews recent Board actions including approval of the Rosslyn Sector Plan, recruiting an internal auditor, new Capital BikeShare stations, and more. You can watch County Board Wrap Up right here on this channel, or stream it on our website at arlingtonva.tv.
The Third District Police Team hosted a Safety and Community Awareness event to help acquaint Arlington residents with their local police officers. Activities included free VIN etching to discourage car theft; a chance to experience what it's like to be a police officer; a distracted driving simulator; a K-9 demonstration; and lots of fun for kids. Learn more about police services and events at police.arlingtonva.us.
Well that's it for this week. We'll see you next time, Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
30 Jul 2015
ATV's monthly update providing insight on all the actions and activity of the most recent County Board meeting. County Board Chair Mary Hynes joins us to talk about the July 2015 board meeting, focusing on a new Retail Plan, sector plans for the Courthouse and Rosslyn neighborhoods, Fire Station #8, new Capital Bikeshare stations, the hiring of a new County Auditor, and a slate of new grants for local arts organizations.
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
24 Jun 2015
ATV's bi-weekly round up of all the news and notes from around Arlington. In this edition, we have a new Police Chief... well, for a day. And we look at the new restoration plan for Four Mile Run. There's also the Women of Vision Awards, a tree is planted in memory of Affordable Housing champion Charlie Rinker, Drew Elementary school students celebrate their community with the innovative art exhibit Nauck Community Portraits, and we look forward to July 4th at Long Bridge Park.
- 6 participants
- 7 minutes
23 Jun 2015
ATV’s new program providing insight on all the actions and activity of the most recent County Board meeting. Current Board Chair Mary Hynes joins us to talk about the June 2015 board meeting, focusing on plans for Rosslyn, an Affordable Housing Master Plan, a new Ballston Mall, and other items.
- 6 participants
- 30 minutes
2 Jun 2015
ATV's bi-weekly roundup of news and events. This edition features an interview on the most recent Resident Satisfaction Survey, as well as fun things do to in the summer time, a new Chief of Police, and the annual Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony.
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes
12 May 2015
ATV's semi-weekly roundup of news and events around Arlington. This edition includes memories of the time when Clarendon was known as Little Saigon. Also, there's a great new tool on the website to follow the progress of street paving in Arlington, the County purchased a new plot of land, we have new voting machines to show off, and Neighborhood Day once again featured a Walk for the Animals.
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
11 May 2015
The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is home to the County’s enterprise-wide Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping service. GIS helps visualize, question, analyze and interpret data to understand relationships, patterns and trends. Arlington’s GIS team uses the latest technology and industry expertise to provide mapping and analysis services that produce visually appealing and informative maps to better inform decisions and tell a more compelling story. Learn more!
- 1 participant
- 2 minutes
24 Apr 2015
Crystal City is emerging as a home for start-up and tech companies. Recently, Governor Terry McAuliffe, County Board members and others welcomed an important new company to Arlington. We'll tell you more about that later in our program, but first …
Senator Tim Kaine got a taste of what Arlington has to offer in terms of creative job training during his visit to a chef training program called La Cocina VA. It's a bilingual program that provides immigrants with the skills they need to work in a commercial kitchen. While in training, the cooks prepare meals that are provided to low-income families through the Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing. These types of programs often rely on volunteers. To help out, search for Volunteer Arlington on our website.
The demolition of Marymount University's Blue Goose building is nearly complete, paving the way for modernization of the school's Ballston campus. In its place, two attractive and energy efficient buildings will grace the corner of Fairfax Drive and Glebe Road. Both will feature ground floor retail and underground parking, and will be connected by an outdoor plaza. Blue elements will be incorporated into the new structure and plaza in homage to the bright blue building that stood there since 1963. Learn more about redevelopment in Arlington at projects.arlingtonva.us
Crystal City is home to a growing community of startups that operate in industries where government is a key player. Global startup 1776 acquired Disruption Corporation, Crystal City's leading startup platform, and is partnering with Vornado/Charles E Smith to open a new campus in Crystal City. Take a look....
To learn more about economic development in Arlington and the efforts underway to attract new business, take a look at the website "arlingtonvirginiausa.com"
Barton Park now features a quietly beautiful Healing Garden that includes the labyrinth that was graciously donated by the Whitman-Walker Clinic of Northern Virginia. The small park overlooks the Barton Street Community Gardens and the newly refurbished Rocky Run Park. Find out about other hidden gems in Arlington's park system at parks.arlingtonva.us.
Lubber Run Community Center has housed popular programs for decades and frankly, it's time for a new look. Planning for a NEW Lubber Run Community Center begins in 2016, but we want to hear your ideas now. Stop by the building on April 29 at 7 p.m. for a visioning session, where you can share your thoughts. A walk-through of the existing community center will take place at 6:30. For more, information, go to our website. We want to hear from as many voices as possible and hope you can join us!
April's County Board meeting focused on the budget. We take an in-depth look at those issues and more in our new County Board Wrap Up program. You can watch it here on ATV, or on line at arlingtonva.tv.
Well, that's it for now. Thanks for watching! We'll see you next time, Around Arlington.
Senator Tim Kaine got a taste of what Arlington has to offer in terms of creative job training during his visit to a chef training program called La Cocina VA. It's a bilingual program that provides immigrants with the skills they need to work in a commercial kitchen. While in training, the cooks prepare meals that are provided to low-income families through the Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing. These types of programs often rely on volunteers. To help out, search for Volunteer Arlington on our website.
The demolition of Marymount University's Blue Goose building is nearly complete, paving the way for modernization of the school's Ballston campus. In its place, two attractive and energy efficient buildings will grace the corner of Fairfax Drive and Glebe Road. Both will feature ground floor retail and underground parking, and will be connected by an outdoor plaza. Blue elements will be incorporated into the new structure and plaza in homage to the bright blue building that stood there since 1963. Learn more about redevelopment in Arlington at projects.arlingtonva.us
Crystal City is home to a growing community of startups that operate in industries where government is a key player. Global startup 1776 acquired Disruption Corporation, Crystal City's leading startup platform, and is partnering with Vornado/Charles E Smith to open a new campus in Crystal City. Take a look....
To learn more about economic development in Arlington and the efforts underway to attract new business, take a look at the website "arlingtonvirginiausa.com"
Barton Park now features a quietly beautiful Healing Garden that includes the labyrinth that was graciously donated by the Whitman-Walker Clinic of Northern Virginia. The small park overlooks the Barton Street Community Gardens and the newly refurbished Rocky Run Park. Find out about other hidden gems in Arlington's park system at parks.arlingtonva.us.
Lubber Run Community Center has housed popular programs for decades and frankly, it's time for a new look. Planning for a NEW Lubber Run Community Center begins in 2016, but we want to hear your ideas now. Stop by the building on April 29 at 7 p.m. for a visioning session, where you can share your thoughts. A walk-through of the existing community center will take place at 6:30. For more, information, go to our website. We want to hear from as many voices as possible and hope you can join us!
April's County Board meeting focused on the budget. We take an in-depth look at those issues and more in our new County Board Wrap Up program. You can watch it here on ATV, or on line at arlingtonva.tv.
Well, that's it for now. Thanks for watching! We'll see you next time, Around Arlington.
- 7 participants
- 6 minutes
17 Apr 2015
Arlington County Board Chair Mary Hynes and Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe announced the expansion of 1776, a global incubator and seed fund into Arlington VA. 1776 will be partnering with Disruption Corp. and Vornado/Charles E. Smith to open a new campus in Crystal City.
- 6 participants
- 27 minutes
17 Dec 2014
The annual year end video for Arlington, VA looks at Arlington's ability to continue to prosper through continual change through planning and civic engagement.
- 8 participants
- 5 minutes
1 Dec 2014
Arlington is getting ready for winter weather! With new equipment and ongoing safety training, our snow team is poised to respond. We'll tell you more about that later in our program, but first....
The Arlington County Board voted 4 to 1 to cancel the streetcar that would have run along the Columbia Pike and Crystal City-Potomac Yard corridors. Board Chair Jay Fisette said it was a painful decision, but necessary, as concerns over the streetcar project were dividing the community and overshadowing other important issues. He stressed that the Board remains committed to Arlington's smart-growth vision; and to the revitalization of both Columbia Pike and the Crystal City-Potomac Yard areas. For more information on the decision, go to news.arlingtonva.us to read the press release.
The Arlington Food Assistance Center is asking for your help to feed families in need. Food drives are a great way to help out. To set one up, visit afac.org and register your food drive. Then, download one of their flyers to help publicize it. If you have any non-perishable food that you’re ready to donate, simply drop by AFAC headquarters, or visit afac.org to find a donation center near you.
Arlington is gearing up for winter weather by providing simulator training for snow plow safety. We've also committed to removing snow from popular bike trails, and are instituting a pilot program to keep the bike lanes clear. Take a look... For all your winter weather related needs, visit our webpage and search Snow Central.
The financial planning site NerdWallet ranks Arlington as the Number One place – in the entire United States - for young adults to start a business. Some of the factors included in the study were networking and mentorship opportunities, access to funds, and a high level of education. To find out how to start a business in Arlington, check our BizLaunch site at arlingtonvirginiausa.com, keyword BizLaunch.
Well the Leaves keep falling, and Arlington’s leaf collection continues. County crews will collect leaf bags through January 9th on the first business day after your trash collection. Vacuum leaf collection continues through December 19th. Watch for signs in your neighborhood, or check the schedule on our website, keyword: Leaf.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
The Arlington County Board voted 4 to 1 to cancel the streetcar that would have run along the Columbia Pike and Crystal City-Potomac Yard corridors. Board Chair Jay Fisette said it was a painful decision, but necessary, as concerns over the streetcar project were dividing the community and overshadowing other important issues. He stressed that the Board remains committed to Arlington's smart-growth vision; and to the revitalization of both Columbia Pike and the Crystal City-Potomac Yard areas. For more information on the decision, go to news.arlingtonva.us to read the press release.
The Arlington Food Assistance Center is asking for your help to feed families in need. Food drives are a great way to help out. To set one up, visit afac.org and register your food drive. Then, download one of their flyers to help publicize it. If you have any non-perishable food that you’re ready to donate, simply drop by AFAC headquarters, or visit afac.org to find a donation center near you.
Arlington is gearing up for winter weather by providing simulator training for snow plow safety. We've also committed to removing snow from popular bike trails, and are instituting a pilot program to keep the bike lanes clear. Take a look... For all your winter weather related needs, visit our webpage and search Snow Central.
The financial planning site NerdWallet ranks Arlington as the Number One place – in the entire United States - for young adults to start a business. Some of the factors included in the study were networking and mentorship opportunities, access to funds, and a high level of education. To find out how to start a business in Arlington, check our BizLaunch site at arlingtonvirginiausa.com, keyword BizLaunch.
Well the Leaves keep falling, and Arlington’s leaf collection continues. County crews will collect leaf bags through January 9th on the first business day after your trash collection. Vacuum leaf collection continues through December 19th. Watch for signs in your neighborhood, or check the schedule on our website, keyword: Leaf.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
17 Nov 2014
Arlington installed a historic marker at the site of the Green Valley Pharmacy in a ceremony that honored Doc Muse and his six decades of service to the community. We'll tell you more about that later in our program, but first....
A recent house fire claimed the lives of an Arlington mother and daughter. The home had no working smoke detectors. The Arlington County Fire Department urges everyone to install smoke alarms on every floor and in every bedroom. You should also test the alarms each month, and change the batteries twice a year, ideally when the clocks change. And, you should replace the alarms themselves at least every 10 years. Make sure you have an escape plan, and practice it. For more information, go to our website, keyword smoke alarm.
Arlington’s Emergency Winter Shelter is now open for the season. This shelter offers men and women who are living on the streets a safe place to sleep through the cold winter months. For more information on shelters in the region, check our website, keyword, shelter, or call the Department of Human Services at 703-228-1300.
Find out the facts about Ebola and other infectious diseases at a town hall meeting on December 8. Local experts will discuss the impact of infectious diseases on our community. The meeting is free, and so is the parking, with validation. Check the County Calendar on our website for more information.
When Doc Muse opened Green Valley Pharmacy in 1952, he provided a place where African-American customers could get their prescriptions filled and dine at the pharmacy's counter. Six decades later, Doc is still working behind the counter, and Arlington honored his service to the community, with a historic marker in front of his store. Take a look. For more information on Green Valley and the historic community of Nauck, visit our website, keyword Nauck.
Just a reminder that Arlington County offices, libraries and community centers will be closed on both Thursday, November 27 AND Friday November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The county will provide normal trash and recycling pickup on both days. Check the holiday schedule page on our website for details, and have a GREAT Thanksgiving.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
A recent house fire claimed the lives of an Arlington mother and daughter. The home had no working smoke detectors. The Arlington County Fire Department urges everyone to install smoke alarms on every floor and in every bedroom. You should also test the alarms each month, and change the batteries twice a year, ideally when the clocks change. And, you should replace the alarms themselves at least every 10 years. Make sure you have an escape plan, and practice it. For more information, go to our website, keyword smoke alarm.
Arlington’s Emergency Winter Shelter is now open for the season. This shelter offers men and women who are living on the streets a safe place to sleep through the cold winter months. For more information on shelters in the region, check our website, keyword, shelter, or call the Department of Human Services at 703-228-1300.
Find out the facts about Ebola and other infectious diseases at a town hall meeting on December 8. Local experts will discuss the impact of infectious diseases on our community. The meeting is free, and so is the parking, with validation. Check the County Calendar on our website for more information.
When Doc Muse opened Green Valley Pharmacy in 1952, he provided a place where African-American customers could get their prescriptions filled and dine at the pharmacy's counter. Six decades later, Doc is still working behind the counter, and Arlington honored his service to the community, with a historic marker in front of his store. Take a look. For more information on Green Valley and the historic community of Nauck, visit our website, keyword Nauck.
Just a reminder that Arlington County offices, libraries and community centers will be closed on both Thursday, November 27 AND Friday November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The county will provide normal trash and recycling pickup on both days. Check the holiday schedule page on our website for details, and have a GREAT Thanksgiving.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
5 Nov 2014
November is Animal Shelter Appreciation month, and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington kicked it off in style with its second annual Golden Paw Gala. We'll tell you more about that later in our program, but first...
Congratulations to John Vihstadt, who was elected to the Arlington County Board on November 4. Vihstadt, who was elected previously on a special election, will retain his current seat within the county board. Be sure to Check our website for details on the swearing in, or call the Board office for the time and date. To learn more about all of the board members, check the county board webpage at county board dot arlingtonva dot us.
We are so proud that Arlington has met its goal of finding housing for 100 homeless Arlingtonians. The 100 Homes Campaign is part a larger national effort to prevent and end homeless-ness in our communities. To find out how you can help, or if someone you know is at risk of becoming homeless, contact Arlington's Department of Human Services.
Fairlington is getting a farmers market! The Fairlington Farmers Market will open Sundays, 9 to 1, starting in April 2015. It'll have local fruits and veggies, baked goods, dairy, flowers and more. To find the hours and locations of all Arlington farmers' markets, check our website, keyword Farmers Markets.
Ebola is dominating the news, but experts say you are much more likely to be exposed to the flu. The best way to protect yourself from the flu is to get vaccinated. You can get the vaccine at your doctor's office, pharmacy, and even some supermarkets. We've got a Flu Health Map on our website to help you find a spot close to you! Go to arlingtonva.us, keyword: flu.
Dogs, cats, birds, guinea pigs... and more are waiting for loving homes at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. The Golden Paw Gala is just one way that the shelter raises funds and awareness of homeless animals in our community. Take a look. To find out how you can adopt one of the many animals in need, visit the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s website at AWLA.org.
And a reminder that Arlington County offices, including libraries, will be closed on Veterans Day, November 11. Due to huge concert honoring our veterans in downtown DC, transportation may be affected, so you'll want to check the bus and metro schedule at commuterpage.com before heading out.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
Congratulations to John Vihstadt, who was elected to the Arlington County Board on November 4. Vihstadt, who was elected previously on a special election, will retain his current seat within the county board. Be sure to Check our website for details on the swearing in, or call the Board office for the time and date. To learn more about all of the board members, check the county board webpage at county board dot arlingtonva dot us.
We are so proud that Arlington has met its goal of finding housing for 100 homeless Arlingtonians. The 100 Homes Campaign is part a larger national effort to prevent and end homeless-ness in our communities. To find out how you can help, or if someone you know is at risk of becoming homeless, contact Arlington's Department of Human Services.
Fairlington is getting a farmers market! The Fairlington Farmers Market will open Sundays, 9 to 1, starting in April 2015. It'll have local fruits and veggies, baked goods, dairy, flowers and more. To find the hours and locations of all Arlington farmers' markets, check our website, keyword Farmers Markets.
Ebola is dominating the news, but experts say you are much more likely to be exposed to the flu. The best way to protect yourself from the flu is to get vaccinated. You can get the vaccine at your doctor's office, pharmacy, and even some supermarkets. We've got a Flu Health Map on our website to help you find a spot close to you! Go to arlingtonva.us, keyword: flu.
Dogs, cats, birds, guinea pigs... and more are waiting for loving homes at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. The Golden Paw Gala is just one way that the shelter raises funds and awareness of homeless animals in our community. Take a look. To find out how you can adopt one of the many animals in need, visit the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s website at AWLA.org.
And a reminder that Arlington County offices, including libraries, will be closed on Veterans Day, November 11. Due to huge concert honoring our veterans in downtown DC, transportation may be affected, so you'll want to check the bus and metro schedule at commuterpage.com before heading out.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
6 Oct 2014
Fall is officially here, and that means that leaf collection is right around the corner. We’ll tell you when to expect leaf collection in your neighborhood later in our program. But first…
Arlington Cemetery is using the latest technology to help visitors explore the area. The ANC Explorer app connects families, visitors and the public to the cemetery's history by helping them locate gravesites and points of interest. The app is free and available for download via the iOS App Store and Android Google Play.
Commonwealth Attorney Theo Stamos and Police Chief Doug Scott will take part in a community forum, discussing trust and confidence in the criminal justice system on Oct. 15 from 7-9 p.m. at Wakefield High School. It’s a great chance to learn about how law enforcement and the community interact. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate. To learn more, visit the police webpage at police.arlingtonva.us
Arlington’s streetcar system is one step closer to reality. The Arlington County Board approved a $26 million contract for HDR Engineering, Inc. to develop preliminary design plans for the Columbia Pike and Crystal City -Potomac Yard segments. HDR will also work on technical specifications for the streetcar vehicles. To learn more about the planned streetcar system, go to arlingtonva.us keyword: streetcar.
Fall is finally here, and that means the trees will soon begin shedding their leaves. It’s time to get prepared for the County’s extensive leaf bag pickup and vacuum collection program. Leaf bags are collected the day after your regular trash collection day, starting November 3. Vacuum collection begins November 10, and is organized by civic association. Check our website for information about when the vacuum truck will be in your neighborhood.
And what if you don’t have a rake for all those leaves? No problem, because Arlington’s Central Library has launched its Garden Tool Lending Program. You can easily check out many tools to help you prepare for all the seasons, and make your yard look great. If you want to check out a garden tool – visit the Library website at library.arlingtonva.us.
With that green thumb still in mind, just remember that residents are responsible for trimming trees and shrubs on their property, especially if they encroach on public spaces such as sidewalks and streetsigns. This will help ensure safety and better visibility for everyone walking around town. To learn more about caring for your trees and shrubs, visit arlingtonva.us keyword tree.
And finally, do you know an Arlington resident, group or business that’s accomplished something significant for their community? If so, let us know! The Arlington Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations for the 16th Annual James B. Hunter Human Rights Award. Entries should highlight achievements that promote: respect, cultural diversity and equal rights for all residents. Learn more at our website, keyword Human Rights.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
Arlington Cemetery is using the latest technology to help visitors explore the area. The ANC Explorer app connects families, visitors and the public to the cemetery's history by helping them locate gravesites and points of interest. The app is free and available for download via the iOS App Store and Android Google Play.
Commonwealth Attorney Theo Stamos and Police Chief Doug Scott will take part in a community forum, discussing trust and confidence in the criminal justice system on Oct. 15 from 7-9 p.m. at Wakefield High School. It’s a great chance to learn about how law enforcement and the community interact. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate. To learn more, visit the police webpage at police.arlingtonva.us
Arlington’s streetcar system is one step closer to reality. The Arlington County Board approved a $26 million contract for HDR Engineering, Inc. to develop preliminary design plans for the Columbia Pike and Crystal City -Potomac Yard segments. HDR will also work on technical specifications for the streetcar vehicles. To learn more about the planned streetcar system, go to arlingtonva.us keyword: streetcar.
Fall is finally here, and that means the trees will soon begin shedding their leaves. It’s time to get prepared for the County’s extensive leaf bag pickup and vacuum collection program. Leaf bags are collected the day after your regular trash collection day, starting November 3. Vacuum collection begins November 10, and is organized by civic association. Check our website for information about when the vacuum truck will be in your neighborhood.
And what if you don’t have a rake for all those leaves? No problem, because Arlington’s Central Library has launched its Garden Tool Lending Program. You can easily check out many tools to help you prepare for all the seasons, and make your yard look great. If you want to check out a garden tool – visit the Library website at library.arlingtonva.us.
With that green thumb still in mind, just remember that residents are responsible for trimming trees and shrubs on their property, especially if they encroach on public spaces such as sidewalks and streetsigns. This will help ensure safety and better visibility for everyone walking around town. To learn more about caring for your trees and shrubs, visit arlingtonva.us keyword tree.
And finally, do you know an Arlington resident, group or business that’s accomplished something significant for their community? If so, let us know! The Arlington Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations for the 16th Annual James B. Hunter Human Rights Award. Entries should highlight achievements that promote: respect, cultural diversity and equal rights for all residents. Learn more at our website, keyword Human Rights.
Well, that’s all for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
4 Sep 2014
The Neighborhood Conservation Program has been helping to improve and enhance Arlington neighborhoods for 50 years. When the program was created in 1964, the goal was to empower residents by having them come together to discuss and share ideas for improving their neighborhoods. Today, the program provides funding for a variety of improvements including: installation of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, streetlights, signs, park improvements, neighborhood art and beautification. This program empowers citizens to identify and plan projects in their own neighborhoods.
Communities participating in the Neighborhood Conservation program benefit from being involved in the process for improving their own neighborhoods and help get funds for important projects. It’s also a great way for neighborhoods to directly engage with Arlington County.
When a neighborhood participates in the Neighborhood Conservation program, it becomes part of a larger community known as the Neighborhood Conservation Advisory Committee (NCAC). The County Board relies on the NCAC to report on the issues of greatest concern to our community members. Neighborhood Conservation representatives serve on the NCAC and help to develop recommendations for improving the neighborhood conservation process and participate in implementing County bond funds.
to find out more about the program go to arlingtonva.us and search on "Neighborhood Conservation"
Communities participating in the Neighborhood Conservation program benefit from being involved in the process for improving their own neighborhoods and help get funds for important projects. It’s also a great way for neighborhoods to directly engage with Arlington County.
When a neighborhood participates in the Neighborhood Conservation program, it becomes part of a larger community known as the Neighborhood Conservation Advisory Committee (NCAC). The County Board relies on the NCAC to report on the issues of greatest concern to our community members. Neighborhood Conservation representatives serve on the NCAC and help to develop recommendations for improving the neighborhood conservation process and participate in implementing County bond funds.
to find out more about the program go to arlingtonva.us and search on "Neighborhood Conservation"
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
13 Aug 2014
Arlington Police Chief replaced by 9-year old boy? We’ll tell you more about that later in our program, but first…
Arlington marked the 30th anniversary of Dark Star Park on August 1st by declaring Dark Star Park Day. That’s when the shadows of the Rosslyn sculpture align with specific markings on the ground. With the proclamation, Arlington also celebrated it’s commitment to public art. To find out more about Arlington’s public art program, which is among the most respected in the nation, and where you can see other pieces of public art, visit our website at publicart.arlingtonva.us.
On another design front, three concepts were unveiled for community feedback at the third Envision Courthouse Square Community Workshop. Each concept is a draft based on input collected earlier. The County is accepting feedback on the designs from the community to determine the right mix of elements for the area. The next working group meeting is September 17. To get involved in the process, check our website at arlingtonva.us keyword “envision”
Metro launched its Silver Line service, connecting Arlington to five new stations in Fairfax County, including McLean, Tysons Corner, and Reston. The new line joins the Orange Line on the existing Metro system. It will eventually extend to Dulles Airport. To learn more about transportation options in Arlington, go to Arlingtontransit.com
OK, relax…Chief Doug Scott wasn’t really replaced… instead, he shared his job with Patrick Omberg, who submitted the winning essay that transformed him from a mild-mannered Taylor elementary school student to Chief of Arlington Police – for a day. The Arlington County Police Department hosts the Chief-for-the-Day contest for students aged 8 through 12. To find out more about the police force in our community, visit our website at police.arlingtonva.us.
With the recent adoption of the County’s 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan, pedestrian and bike upgrades have been accelerated around the East Falls Church Metrorail station, improving safety and accessibility. And, Tyrol Hills Park can expect a replacement playground and gazebo. To learn more about the Capital Improvement Plan, visit our website and search CIP.
In other parks improvement news, the County Board voted unanimously to approve funds to renovate the courts at one of Arlington’s biggest and most popular parks. Improvements at Virginia Highlands Park will include replacement lighting, improved drainage and other amenities. To learn more about Parks improvement projects, go to our website and click on the tab that says Projects & Planning.
That’s it for this show. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
Arlington marked the 30th anniversary of Dark Star Park on August 1st by declaring Dark Star Park Day. That’s when the shadows of the Rosslyn sculpture align with specific markings on the ground. With the proclamation, Arlington also celebrated it’s commitment to public art. To find out more about Arlington’s public art program, which is among the most respected in the nation, and where you can see other pieces of public art, visit our website at publicart.arlingtonva.us.
On another design front, three concepts were unveiled for community feedback at the third Envision Courthouse Square Community Workshop. Each concept is a draft based on input collected earlier. The County is accepting feedback on the designs from the community to determine the right mix of elements for the area. The next working group meeting is September 17. To get involved in the process, check our website at arlingtonva.us keyword “envision”
Metro launched its Silver Line service, connecting Arlington to five new stations in Fairfax County, including McLean, Tysons Corner, and Reston. The new line joins the Orange Line on the existing Metro system. It will eventually extend to Dulles Airport. To learn more about transportation options in Arlington, go to Arlingtontransit.com
OK, relax…Chief Doug Scott wasn’t really replaced… instead, he shared his job with Patrick Omberg, who submitted the winning essay that transformed him from a mild-mannered Taylor elementary school student to Chief of Arlington Police – for a day. The Arlington County Police Department hosts the Chief-for-the-Day contest for students aged 8 through 12. To find out more about the police force in our community, visit our website at police.arlingtonva.us.
With the recent adoption of the County’s 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan, pedestrian and bike upgrades have been accelerated around the East Falls Church Metrorail station, improving safety and accessibility. And, Tyrol Hills Park can expect a replacement playground and gazebo. To learn more about the Capital Improvement Plan, visit our website and search CIP.
In other parks improvement news, the County Board voted unanimously to approve funds to renovate the courts at one of Arlington’s biggest and most popular parks. Improvements at Virginia Highlands Park will include replacement lighting, improved drainage and other amenities. To learn more about Parks improvement projects, go to our website and click on the tab that says Projects & Planning.
That’s it for this show. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
29 Jul 2014
Arlington held a ground-breaking ceremony for the Crystal City Potomac Yard Transitway, the DC area’s first dedicated right-of-way for public transportation. We’ll tell you more about that later in our program, but first…
Starting this summer, you’ll be able to pay for metered parking with your smartphone! The Parkmobile App, already popular in DC, is coming to Arlington. To learn how Parkmobile works and how to sign up, go to arlingtonva.us and search “Parkmobile.”
The Arlington County Board approved the Capital Improvement Plan – or CIP – to invest $2.7 billion over 10 years to support County infrastructure. This means funding for a wide variety of projects, including full support for the Arlington Public Schools improvement plan; park upgrades, a new fire station, Metro & the streetcar system. To learn about all the projects supported by the CIP, go to our website and search CIP.
Speaking of the streetcar, the Commonwealth of Virginia plans to increase its funding for the Columbia Pike streetcar by up to $65 million – bringing Virginia’s contribution to as much as 50 percent of total design and construction costs. The streetcar is expected to generate a substantial economic and fiscal return in the form of new real estate value, tax revenues and new jobs for the area. Learn more on our website, keyword Streetcar.
The new Transitway between the Crystal City metro in Arlington and the Braddock Road Metro in Alexandria will provide faster, more reliable bus service along the congested Route 1 corridor.
The Arlington Fire Department sponsors a 3-day camp that helps teenage girls find out firsthand what it’s like to be a County firefighter or EMT. The girls lugged hoses and fire extinguishers and experienced the physical challenges involved in firefighting and rescue response. The program is designed to encourage girls to consider a fire service career. To learn more about the camp for next year, check our website and search Girls Fire Camp.
And finally… It’s hot out there! Good thing we’ve got lots of places to cool off! There’s a public swimming pool at each of our three high schools, plus the Ocean Dunes Waterpark at Upton Hill Regional Park. And, we’ve also got spray grounds, which are great for small children who love to play under giant sprinklers. Find out the hours Arlington pools and spraygrounds are open on our website, keyword pool.
That’s all for now, thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
Starting this summer, you’ll be able to pay for metered parking with your smartphone! The Parkmobile App, already popular in DC, is coming to Arlington. To learn how Parkmobile works and how to sign up, go to arlingtonva.us and search “Parkmobile.”
The Arlington County Board approved the Capital Improvement Plan – or CIP – to invest $2.7 billion over 10 years to support County infrastructure. This means funding for a wide variety of projects, including full support for the Arlington Public Schools improvement plan; park upgrades, a new fire station, Metro & the streetcar system. To learn about all the projects supported by the CIP, go to our website and search CIP.
Speaking of the streetcar, the Commonwealth of Virginia plans to increase its funding for the Columbia Pike streetcar by up to $65 million – bringing Virginia’s contribution to as much as 50 percent of total design and construction costs. The streetcar is expected to generate a substantial economic and fiscal return in the form of new real estate value, tax revenues and new jobs for the area. Learn more on our website, keyword Streetcar.
The new Transitway between the Crystal City metro in Arlington and the Braddock Road Metro in Alexandria will provide faster, more reliable bus service along the congested Route 1 corridor.
The Arlington Fire Department sponsors a 3-day camp that helps teenage girls find out firsthand what it’s like to be a County firefighter or EMT. The girls lugged hoses and fire extinguishers and experienced the physical challenges involved in firefighting and rescue response. The program is designed to encourage girls to consider a fire service career. To learn more about the camp for next year, check our website and search Girls Fire Camp.
And finally… It’s hot out there! Good thing we’ve got lots of places to cool off! There’s a public swimming pool at each of our three high schools, plus the Ocean Dunes Waterpark at Upton Hill Regional Park. And, we’ve also got spray grounds, which are great for small children who love to play under giant sprinklers. Find out the hours Arlington pools and spraygrounds are open on our website, keyword pool.
That’s all for now, thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
8 Jul 2014
In Arlington, we love our volunteers -- so we threw them a party! We'll tell you more about that later in our program, but first...
There's a new bocce court in town! You'll find it in the Clarendon-Courthouse area, in a small open space that used to be a vacant lot. Today, it's a relaxing environment for nearby workers and residents to enjoy, with seating for lunch and areas to play. Drop by and enjoy this new urban space!
In other Parks news, Fort Barnard Park is now open. Located just off Walter Reed Drive, the renovations include new playgound equipment, a picnic shelter, and landscaping. To learn more about Arlington's parks and to find a park near you, go to our website at parks.arlingtonva.us.
The Parks & Rec afterschool program, "Kids in Action," ended the school year with a parade and color run sponsored by Care for a Change. The program is part of Arlington's Partnership for Children, Youth and Families. Members work to encourage empathy and caring among young people, and the kids have a great time! To join Care for a Change or learn more about the Partnership and how they help Arlington's kids and families, check out their website.
Each year, Arlington hosts a reception to thank everyone who volunteers for the county. Did you know that 32% of Arlingtonians volunteer? In fact, over 10,000 volunteers donate over 500,000 hours to the County each year, saving Arlington over $10 million annually.
Hosting this volunteer reception is just one of many ways we express our appreciation for all our volunteers do. And you would be amazed at how much there is to do! These volunteers
Help at libraries and community centers,
clean up parks and streams;
coach sports teams
Teach classes
and so much more.
You can become a volunteer, too! Check out an opportunity that's right for you at volunteer.arlington.com. Use the search function to find a great match for your skills and interests.
We're excited to report that urban planning for Columbia Pike won the 2014 "Best Corridor Plan" from the Congress for New Urbanism We know we are on the right track with our planning, and are proud to be recognized with this national award. To learn more about Columbia Pike's revitalization, go to columbiapikeva.us.
And finally... Artisphere and TandemNSI recently hosted a Google regional conference. About 300 local software developers and entrepreneurs participated; learning about new products and networking opportunities. To learn more about TandemNSI programs, go to TandemNSI.com.
That's it for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
There's a new bocce court in town! You'll find it in the Clarendon-Courthouse area, in a small open space that used to be a vacant lot. Today, it's a relaxing environment for nearby workers and residents to enjoy, with seating for lunch and areas to play. Drop by and enjoy this new urban space!
In other Parks news, Fort Barnard Park is now open. Located just off Walter Reed Drive, the renovations include new playgound equipment, a picnic shelter, and landscaping. To learn more about Arlington's parks and to find a park near you, go to our website at parks.arlingtonva.us.
The Parks & Rec afterschool program, "Kids in Action," ended the school year with a parade and color run sponsored by Care for a Change. The program is part of Arlington's Partnership for Children, Youth and Families. Members work to encourage empathy and caring among young people, and the kids have a great time! To join Care for a Change or learn more about the Partnership and how they help Arlington's kids and families, check out their website.
Each year, Arlington hosts a reception to thank everyone who volunteers for the county. Did you know that 32% of Arlingtonians volunteer? In fact, over 10,000 volunteers donate over 500,000 hours to the County each year, saving Arlington over $10 million annually.
Hosting this volunteer reception is just one of many ways we express our appreciation for all our volunteers do. And you would be amazed at how much there is to do! These volunteers
Help at libraries and community centers,
clean up parks and streams;
coach sports teams
Teach classes
and so much more.
You can become a volunteer, too! Check out an opportunity that's right for you at volunteer.arlington.com. Use the search function to find a great match for your skills and interests.
We're excited to report that urban planning for Columbia Pike won the 2014 "Best Corridor Plan" from the Congress for New Urbanism We know we are on the right track with our planning, and are proud to be recognized with this national award. To learn more about Columbia Pike's revitalization, go to columbiapikeva.us.
And finally... Artisphere and TandemNSI recently hosted a Google regional conference. About 300 local software developers and entrepreneurs participated; learning about new products and networking opportunities. To learn more about TandemNSI programs, go to TandemNSI.com.
That's it for this week, thanks for watching, and we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 1 participant
- 3 minutes
16 Jun 2014
On this episode of Around Arlington, the county retains its triple AAA bond rating, we take a look at the reduction in the homeless population in the county, and the new update to Arlington's Noise Ordinance. We also visit the new state of the art small animals facility at the Animal Welfare League, and celebrate all of Arlington's volunteers.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
10 Jun 2014
Ballston, Arlington's epicenter for discovery, brings a dynamic mix of business and leisure. Located at the western gateway of Arlington's business corridor and easily reached via Metro's Orange and Silver Lines, Ballston is a hub of science and technology, and hotels offer all the amenities business travelers need.
But it's not all business in Ballston. Discover any of the 70+ restaurants in this walkable neighborhood. Enjoy fine dining, a leisurely outdoor lunch, or meet friends for a cocktail.
In season, take a stroll through Ballston's weekly outdoor market. Each May, the Taste of Arlington festival features dozens of samples from Arlington's incredible eateries.
Explore Ballston's cultural side with a visit to the Arlington Arts Center...
Or cheer on the Washington Capitals ice hockey team as they practice at Ballston's Kettler Capitals Iceplex.
With its lively streets, shopping, dining, and chances for culture and excitement, Ballston is a wonderful place to explore and enjoy in Arlington.
Explore more at StayArlington.com
But it's not all business in Ballston. Discover any of the 70+ restaurants in this walkable neighborhood. Enjoy fine dining, a leisurely outdoor lunch, or meet friends for a cocktail.
In season, take a stroll through Ballston's weekly outdoor market. Each May, the Taste of Arlington festival features dozens of samples from Arlington's incredible eateries.
Explore Ballston's cultural side with a visit to the Arlington Arts Center...
Or cheer on the Washington Capitals ice hockey team as they practice at Ballston's Kettler Capitals Iceplex.
With its lively streets, shopping, dining, and chances for culture and excitement, Ballston is a wonderful place to explore and enjoy in Arlington.
Explore more at StayArlington.com
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
10 Jun 2014
Bright and vibrant Crystal City. Arlington's largest downtown, Crystal City thrives by day and by night - all in view of the Nation's Capital.
Literally steps from Reagan National Airport and home to 15 hotels, Crystal City makes it easy for visitors to have a totally car-free stay.
On Metro's Blue and Yellow Lines, this walkable Arlington neighborhood boasts an abundance of restaurants offering cuisine from around the globe -- several featuring celebrity chefs and lively outdoor dining.
Don't miss a show at award-winning Synetic Theater -- known for its dynamic synthesis of drama, acrobatics and dance.
Shoppers will find unique specialty boutiques in the Crystal City Shops, and be sure to discover the innovative Art Underground, with fantastic galleries, exhibits and performances throughout the year.
From outdoor festivals, concerts and wine tastings, to exploring the area by bike, there is always fun to be had in Crystal City!
Explore more at Stay Arlington.com
Literally steps from Reagan National Airport and home to 15 hotels, Crystal City makes it easy for visitors to have a totally car-free stay.
On Metro's Blue and Yellow Lines, this walkable Arlington neighborhood boasts an abundance of restaurants offering cuisine from around the globe -- several featuring celebrity chefs and lively outdoor dining.
Don't miss a show at award-winning Synetic Theater -- known for its dynamic synthesis of drama, acrobatics and dance.
Shoppers will find unique specialty boutiques in the Crystal City Shops, and be sure to discover the innovative Art Underground, with fantastic galleries, exhibits and performances throughout the year.
From outdoor festivals, concerts and wine tastings, to exploring the area by bike, there is always fun to be had in Crystal City!
Explore more at Stay Arlington.com
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
20 May 2014
Artisphere hosted Tandem NSI's recent National Security Deal Day to identify opportunities for entrepreneurs. We'll tell you more about that later in our program, but first...
New transit stations along Columbia Pike will cost 40 percent less than originally anticipated, thanks to a review and re-design. Adjustments to the canopy, simplifying the design and using standardized parts allows the county to build four different size stations, and cut costs. To learn more about the transit stations and streetcar project, go to arlingtonva.us and search "streetcar."
The 19th Annual Walk for the Animals was great fun for all the participants. The walk raises money to support animal care and rescue services. To adopt a pet from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, check their website and choose from the dogs, cats, birds, and others who are looking for their Forever Home.
Tandem NSI brings the resources of Amplifier Ventures and Arlington Economic Development together. Its Deal Day program matches national security entrepreneurs with those who need their skills. To learn more about events offered by TandemNSI, go to their website at TandemNSI.com.
May is Asian-Pacific-American Heritage Month, and events around the County focused on the contributions of Asian and Pacific Americans. At the Columbia Pike Library, visitors enjoyed poetry and a film from Nepal. And ATV filmed an Arlington Historical Society presentation on the "Little Saigon" neighborhood that grew up around Clarendon in the 1970s. Check our schedule to see this and other ATV programs featured at the library.
Members of the Arlington police department gathered to observe Peace Officers Memorial Day, honoring the memory of those law enforcement officers who gave their lives during service to our community. The commemoration took place during National Police Week, which has been observed annually nationwide since it was proclaimed by President Kennedy in 1962. For more information, or to donate to the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service, visit the national police week website.
New transit stations along Columbia Pike will cost 40 percent less than originally anticipated, thanks to a review and re-design. Adjustments to the canopy, simplifying the design and using standardized parts allows the county to build four different size stations, and cut costs. To learn more about the transit stations and streetcar project, go to arlingtonva.us and search "streetcar."
The 19th Annual Walk for the Animals was great fun for all the participants. The walk raises money to support animal care and rescue services. To adopt a pet from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, check their website and choose from the dogs, cats, birds, and others who are looking for their Forever Home.
Tandem NSI brings the resources of Amplifier Ventures and Arlington Economic Development together. Its Deal Day program matches national security entrepreneurs with those who need their skills. To learn more about events offered by TandemNSI, go to their website at TandemNSI.com.
May is Asian-Pacific-American Heritage Month, and events around the County focused on the contributions of Asian and Pacific Americans. At the Columbia Pike Library, visitors enjoyed poetry and a film from Nepal. And ATV filmed an Arlington Historical Society presentation on the "Little Saigon" neighborhood that grew up around Clarendon in the 1970s. Check our schedule to see this and other ATV programs featured at the library.
Members of the Arlington police department gathered to observe Peace Officers Memorial Day, honoring the memory of those law enforcement officers who gave their lives during service to our community. The commemoration took place during National Police Week, which has been observed annually nationwide since it was proclaimed by President Kennedy in 1962. For more information, or to donate to the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service, visit the national police week website.
- 8 participants
- 5 minutes
6 May 2014
The Commission on the Status of Women held its annual award ceremony to honor women of vision in Arlington. We'll tell you more about that event later in our program, but first...
Arlington celebrated Arbor Day at Barcroft Elementary School, with its 18th consecutive Tree City USA Award from the National Arbor Day Foundation. Arlington also honored 18 new Notable Trees and their caretakers. This brings us to 283 registered notable trees, which contribute to our ever-growing tree canopy. To see them all, check our website at environment.arlingtonva.us keyword notable.
It just got safer to walk and bike in Pentagon City. The County upgraded the area around South Hayes Street which sees thousands of bus, rail and bike riders each day. There are new traffic signals and crosswalks, as well as landscaping to beautify the neighborhood. For more information on the Pentagon City project, type multimodal into the search engine at arlingtonva.us.
Arlington recently celebrated the reopening of Rocky Run Park, which has something for everyone! For kids, there's a new tot lot and playground. Adults will enjoy the new courts, synthetic turf field, and outdoor fitness opportunities. Plus, there's a picnic shelter and landscaping that makes the park a great place to pass the time. Check it out at the corner of N. Barton Street and Fairfax Drive in the Courthouse area, and find any park using the find a park feature on the county website.
The Women of Vision awards are presented each year by the Arlington County Commission on the Status of Women as part of the celebration of Women's History Month. The awards are given to individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to women's issues in the community. Take a look.
The Commission on the Status of Women empowers women in Arlington and advocates for their interests. If you want to serve on this or any of Arlington's commissions or advisory groups, apply on line at commissions.arlingtonva.us.
Friday, May 16 is Bike to Work Day, and what better way to finally put this winter behind you. Arlington is hosting six of the 79 pit stops throughout the metro area, with food, fun, and prizes. Register at biketoworkmetroDC.org -- it's free, and there's a t-shirt for the first 14,000 people who register and attend.
We often direct you to our website for more information, so you may have noticed a change in the way it looks. It's been updated and streamlined so that you can more easily find the information you need. Take a look at our same address, and click on the feedback button to let us know what you think!
That's it for another week. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
Arlington celebrated Arbor Day at Barcroft Elementary School, with its 18th consecutive Tree City USA Award from the National Arbor Day Foundation. Arlington also honored 18 new Notable Trees and their caretakers. This brings us to 283 registered notable trees, which contribute to our ever-growing tree canopy. To see them all, check our website at environment.arlingtonva.us keyword notable.
It just got safer to walk and bike in Pentagon City. The County upgraded the area around South Hayes Street which sees thousands of bus, rail and bike riders each day. There are new traffic signals and crosswalks, as well as landscaping to beautify the neighborhood. For more information on the Pentagon City project, type multimodal into the search engine at arlingtonva.us.
Arlington recently celebrated the reopening of Rocky Run Park, which has something for everyone! For kids, there's a new tot lot and playground. Adults will enjoy the new courts, synthetic turf field, and outdoor fitness opportunities. Plus, there's a picnic shelter and landscaping that makes the park a great place to pass the time. Check it out at the corner of N. Barton Street and Fairfax Drive in the Courthouse area, and find any park using the find a park feature on the county website.
The Women of Vision awards are presented each year by the Arlington County Commission on the Status of Women as part of the celebration of Women's History Month. The awards are given to individuals who demonstrate a strong commitment to women's issues in the community. Take a look.
The Commission on the Status of Women empowers women in Arlington and advocates for their interests. If you want to serve on this or any of Arlington's commissions or advisory groups, apply on line at commissions.arlingtonva.us.
Friday, May 16 is Bike to Work Day, and what better way to finally put this winter behind you. Arlington is hosting six of the 79 pit stops throughout the metro area, with food, fun, and prizes. Register at biketoworkmetroDC.org -- it's free, and there's a t-shirt for the first 14,000 people who register and attend.
We often direct you to our website for more information, so you may have noticed a change in the way it looks. It's been updated and streamlined so that you can more easily find the information you need. Take a look at our same address, and click on the feedback button to let us know what you think!
That's it for another week. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
21 Apr 2014
Could changes be coming to the area around Courthouse Metro? Arlington wants your input and we'll tell you how you can get involved later in our program, but first...
Arlington has a new County Board member! Attorney John Vihstadt captured 57% of the vote in a recent special election. Vihstadt was sworn in on April 11 and participated in his first Board meeting the next day. He's lived in Arlington since 1981, and has been active in County advisory groups and commissions, the Civic Federation, and Arlington Public Schools. To learn more about our newest board member, go to countyboard.arlingtonva.us
The Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing celebrated its purchase of the Arna Valley View Apartments. This adds 101 units to Arlington's affordable housing stock, in an area that was historically home to low-income residents. The Partnership financed the purchase by combining loans from three Arlington County programs and two Virginia state programs. For more information, go to apah.org.
The Arlington Civitan Flea Market is one of Northern Virginia's largest and oldest public flea markets. It's tucked away in the I-66 garage, adjacent to Washington-Lee high school. With more than 150 vendors selling goods of all sorts, you're sure to find something interesting. Check it out on the first Saturday of the month from April through November. For more information about vendors and items, go to Arlington-fleamarket.com.
Envision Courthouse Square is a community planning effort to re-imagine the County's civic center and create a great public destination. It's currently in its early planning stages. Take a look...
There are lots of ways to get involved in the planning process. Check arlingtonva.us, keyword courthouse square, to find out about upcoming workshops and meetings. You can also sign up to receive updates on the project.
The weather is nice at last, and it's time for spring cleaning! Arlington's curbside trash and recycling services pick up a wide variety of items, from yard waste to mattresses. You can schedule a pickup for appliances, and drop off hazardous household materials like rechargeable batteries at the County's collection site. For a chart listing things that can be trashed or recycled, check the Trash & Recycling page on our website at recycling.arlingtonva.us.
That's it for another week. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
Arlington has a new County Board member! Attorney John Vihstadt captured 57% of the vote in a recent special election. Vihstadt was sworn in on April 11 and participated in his first Board meeting the next day. He's lived in Arlington since 1981, and has been active in County advisory groups and commissions, the Civic Federation, and Arlington Public Schools. To learn more about our newest board member, go to countyboard.arlingtonva.us
The Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing celebrated its purchase of the Arna Valley View Apartments. This adds 101 units to Arlington's affordable housing stock, in an area that was historically home to low-income residents. The Partnership financed the purchase by combining loans from three Arlington County programs and two Virginia state programs. For more information, go to apah.org.
The Arlington Civitan Flea Market is one of Northern Virginia's largest and oldest public flea markets. It's tucked away in the I-66 garage, adjacent to Washington-Lee high school. With more than 150 vendors selling goods of all sorts, you're sure to find something interesting. Check it out on the first Saturday of the month from April through November. For more information about vendors and items, go to Arlington-fleamarket.com.
Envision Courthouse Square is a community planning effort to re-imagine the County's civic center and create a great public destination. It's currently in its early planning stages. Take a look...
There are lots of ways to get involved in the planning process. Check arlingtonva.us, keyword courthouse square, to find out about upcoming workshops and meetings. You can also sign up to receive updates on the project.
The weather is nice at last, and it's time for spring cleaning! Arlington's curbside trash and recycling services pick up a wide variety of items, from yard waste to mattresses. You can schedule a pickup for appliances, and drop off hazardous household materials like rechargeable batteries at the County's collection site. For a chart listing things that can be trashed or recycled, check the Trash & Recycling page on our website at recycling.arlingtonva.us.
That's it for another week. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
7 Apr 2014
With changes in building construction, firefighters need to learn new techniques to fight fires that spread hot and fast through buildings and homes. We'll tell you about Arlington's new Fire Training Academy later in our program, but first...
How can you find out how many people are biking on our trails? You install a bikeometer! Our first bikeometer was installed at Lee Highway and North Lynn Street, where nearly 500,000 bikes whiz by each year. You can see how many have gone by on a screen and we'll use the data to plan bike routes and improve bike safety. To learn more about this, other bike trails in Arlington and bike safety go to Bikearlington.com
While bikes whiz by on paths, data whizzes through Arlington at speeds that are infinitely faster than anywhere else in the Capital region. That's because of the ConnectArlington broadband network. It was developed by Arlington County government to link County buildings and schools together, but now we're extending that super high-speed fiber to Arlington businesses. The service will roll out over the next year. To learn more, go to arlingtonva.us: keyword, connect arlington.
A new study shows that Arlington can expect a huge return on its investment in the Columbia Pike streetcar. According to the report, the streetcar project will generate between 3 and 4 billion dollars in benefits for Arlington and Fairfax over a 30 year period. This is between 2 and 3 billion dollars more than enhanced bus service would provide. To learn more about this study and its findings, go to arlingtonva.us: keyword streetcar.
Arlington Firefighters demonstrated their life saving skills during an intensive training exercise at Arlington's new state-of-the-art fire academy. Take a look.
Remember, you are the first line of defense against fires in your home. Make sure you have a working smoke detector and an evacuation plan. For more fire safety tips, check our website at fire.arlingtonva.us.
Arlington Library will host Ann Beattie and Richard Ford as part of this year's Arlington Reads program. Beattie will hold a conversation with Library Director Diane Kresh on April 10, while Ford will interviewed by Jeffrey Brown of the PBS NewsHour on April 24. Both events are free at Central Library, and books by the authors will be available for purchase and signing. For more information, visit library.arlingtonva.us.
And finally, the newest member of the Arlington County Board will be sworn in after the winner is announced. Stay tuned to ATV to find out when, and watch it live. All County Board meetings are open to the public, and each month's agenda can be found at countyboard.arlingtonva.us. So come on down on Saturday and meet your new County Board member!
That's it for another week. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
How can you find out how many people are biking on our trails? You install a bikeometer! Our first bikeometer was installed at Lee Highway and North Lynn Street, where nearly 500,000 bikes whiz by each year. You can see how many have gone by on a screen and we'll use the data to plan bike routes and improve bike safety. To learn more about this, other bike trails in Arlington and bike safety go to Bikearlington.com
While bikes whiz by on paths, data whizzes through Arlington at speeds that are infinitely faster than anywhere else in the Capital region. That's because of the ConnectArlington broadband network. It was developed by Arlington County government to link County buildings and schools together, but now we're extending that super high-speed fiber to Arlington businesses. The service will roll out over the next year. To learn more, go to arlingtonva.us: keyword, connect arlington.
A new study shows that Arlington can expect a huge return on its investment in the Columbia Pike streetcar. According to the report, the streetcar project will generate between 3 and 4 billion dollars in benefits for Arlington and Fairfax over a 30 year period. This is between 2 and 3 billion dollars more than enhanced bus service would provide. To learn more about this study and its findings, go to arlingtonva.us: keyword streetcar.
Arlington Firefighters demonstrated their life saving skills during an intensive training exercise at Arlington's new state-of-the-art fire academy. Take a look.
Remember, you are the first line of defense against fires in your home. Make sure you have a working smoke detector and an evacuation plan. For more fire safety tips, check our website at fire.arlingtonva.us.
Arlington Library will host Ann Beattie and Richard Ford as part of this year's Arlington Reads program. Beattie will hold a conversation with Library Director Diane Kresh on April 10, while Ford will interviewed by Jeffrey Brown of the PBS NewsHour on April 24. Both events are free at Central Library, and books by the authors will be available for purchase and signing. For more information, visit library.arlingtonva.us.
And finally, the newest member of the Arlington County Board will be sworn in after the winner is announced. Stay tuned to ATV to find out when, and watch it live. All County Board meetings are open to the public, and each month's agenda can be found at countyboard.arlingtonva.us. So come on down on Saturday and meet your new County Board member!
That's it for another week. Thanks for watching! We'll see you Around Arlington.
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
24 Feb 2014
You may have noticed a lot of construction -- and increased traffic - in the Rosslyn area. We'll tell you what's going on there, and why, later. But first, Changes are coming to one of Arlington's largest parks.
Glencarlyn Park serves thousands of residents every year who enjoy its open space and amenities. Now, the playground areas are getting a long-needed upgrade, so that kids today and in the future will be able to enjoy this beautiful outdoor space. The project is funded as part of the Neighborhood Conservation Program. To find out how your neighborhood can benefit from this grant program, go to the County's website and search neighborhood conservation.
The Arlington County Board accepted a grant awarded by the Commonwealth of Virginia to connect technology companies with national security agencies headquartered in Arlington. TandemNSI, highlights our ability to attract and retain successful national security-related businesses. To find more about TandemNSI, visit TandemNSI.com
Construction has begun on Central Place, the centerpiece of a new Rosslyn. However, along with the transformation, comes the reality of traffic backups. Let's find out more. Take a look...
For ongoing construction updates and traffic impacts, visit our website, keyword Central Place.
Later this year, over 160,000 Arlington cars will be sporting a new decal designed by Wakefield High School student Mobin Fateh. His design depicts the Crystal City Water Park and reflects the diversity of Arlington. Congratulations to all who entered. Interested young artists should watch for the announcement of next year's contest on the Arlington County Treasurer's website and in the Sun Gazette.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
Glencarlyn Park serves thousands of residents every year who enjoy its open space and amenities. Now, the playground areas are getting a long-needed upgrade, so that kids today and in the future will be able to enjoy this beautiful outdoor space. The project is funded as part of the Neighborhood Conservation Program. To find out how your neighborhood can benefit from this grant program, go to the County's website and search neighborhood conservation.
The Arlington County Board accepted a grant awarded by the Commonwealth of Virginia to connect technology companies with national security agencies headquartered in Arlington. TandemNSI, highlights our ability to attract and retain successful national security-related businesses. To find more about TandemNSI, visit TandemNSI.com
Construction has begun on Central Place, the centerpiece of a new Rosslyn. However, along with the transformation, comes the reality of traffic backups. Let's find out more. Take a look...
For ongoing construction updates and traffic impacts, visit our website, keyword Central Place.
Later this year, over 160,000 Arlington cars will be sporting a new decal designed by Wakefield High School student Mobin Fateh. His design depicts the Crystal City Water Park and reflects the diversity of Arlington. Congratulations to all who entered. Interested young artists should watch for the announcement of next year's contest on the Arlington County Treasurer's website and in the Sun Gazette.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
10 Feb 2014
The Arlington County Fire Department has an important message for all residents to help keep everyone safe this winter.
We'll have those safety tips from the Arlington County Fire Department later in our program. but first, Arlington has been named one of the Top 7 Intelligent Communities in the world for 2014 by the Intelligent Community Forum. Arlington is one of only two communities in the United States to achieve this honor. We were cited for the construction of our own fiber-optic network and for encouraging economic growth in the Metro corridors while preserving neighborhoods, parks and open space. To learn more about how Arlington achieved this honor, visit intelligentcommunity.org.
And speaking of forward thinking, The County Board recently approved a plan to replace the Blue Goose, a 1960s style building that has graced the corner of Glebe Road and Fairfax Drive for over 50 years, with two, more energy efficient buildings. The development will allow Marymount University to maintain and expand its presence in Ballston, while adding apartments, ground floor retail and a public plaza. Several elements of the Blue Goose will be incorporated into the new buildings, including a blue panel design at its base, and a horizontal blue glass band, To learn more about the project and it's design, visit the county webpage and search, blue goose.
There were close to 50 carbon monoxide incidents in Arlington last year, as well as several fires related to improper disposal of embers. The Fire Department wants you to know steps you can take to stay safe. Take a look.
Remember, If the carbon monoxide alarm in your home sounds, immediately move to fresh air and call 9-1-1. Its important to make sure your alarms are UL tested, and inspected every year. For more fire safety tips, visit arlingtonva.us/fire.
February is African American History Month. There will be events all around the County celebrating African American heritage. To find what is happening in your community, and how you can partake in the various events, visit the county website and search feel the heritage.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
We'll have those safety tips from the Arlington County Fire Department later in our program. but first, Arlington has been named one of the Top 7 Intelligent Communities in the world for 2014 by the Intelligent Community Forum. Arlington is one of only two communities in the United States to achieve this honor. We were cited for the construction of our own fiber-optic network and for encouraging economic growth in the Metro corridors while preserving neighborhoods, parks and open space. To learn more about how Arlington achieved this honor, visit intelligentcommunity.org.
And speaking of forward thinking, The County Board recently approved a plan to replace the Blue Goose, a 1960s style building that has graced the corner of Glebe Road and Fairfax Drive for over 50 years, with two, more energy efficient buildings. The development will allow Marymount University to maintain and expand its presence in Ballston, while adding apartments, ground floor retail and a public plaza. Several elements of the Blue Goose will be incorporated into the new buildings, including a blue panel design at its base, and a horizontal blue glass band, To learn more about the project and it's design, visit the county webpage and search, blue goose.
There were close to 50 carbon monoxide incidents in Arlington last year, as well as several fires related to improper disposal of embers. The Fire Department wants you to know steps you can take to stay safe. Take a look.
Remember, If the carbon monoxide alarm in your home sounds, immediately move to fresh air and call 9-1-1. Its important to make sure your alarms are UL tested, and inspected every year. For more fire safety tips, visit arlingtonva.us/fire.
February is African American History Month. There will be events all around the County celebrating African American heritage. To find what is happening in your community, and how you can partake in the various events, visit the county website and search feel the heritage.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
27 Jan 2014
Arlington's 45th annual Martin Luther King event held this year at Washington-Lee High School is one of the longest running tributes to Dr. King in the country.
Hi, we'll tell you more about how Arlington commemorates Martin Luther King Day later in our program, but first, we want to bring you up to date on the weather.
We've had a Polar Vortex and an Alberta Clipper. Whether the Groundhog sees his shadow or not, there's clearly more winter weather to come. The Arlington website provides information and resources you can use during a storm. It includes a list of contacts for reporting downed trees and wires, and streets that need plowing. Arlington's Emergency Winter Shelter is open during the winter months to supplement services to homeless people during cold weather events.
The Sun Gazette reports that the jobless rate in Arlington remains the lowest of Virginia's 134 counties and cities. Arlington's jobless rate is 3.2 percent, according to recent figures from the Virginia Employment Commission. The unemployment rate in the County follows a general downward trend in the region.
Arlington's recent celebration of Dr. King's life, featured music from the Duke Ellington School of the Arts Show Choir, dance from Lesole's Dance Project and a presentation by Arlington's own Joan Mulholland. A civil rights activist and freedom rider, Joan Mulholland was the keynote speaker at this year's annual Martin Luther King Day celebration at Washington-Lee High School. She was part of the infamous Woolworth's sit-in, in Mississippi, in 1963.
To hear more from Joan Mulholland's extraordinary life, tune in to the next episode of Here/Now, running on Arlington TV starting in February.
Volunteering on Martin Luther King's birthday as part of a National Day of Service has become a tradition. An important, and popular, volunteer activity is helping to clean up our favorite Arlington parks. Volunteers worked along a section of the Four Mile Run, pulling trash out of Arlington County's largest stream watershed.
There are two special, region-wide awards we want to tell you about. County Board Member Mary Hynes was honored with the Elizabeth and David Scull Metropolitan Service Award, by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. The Scull award recognizes local, state and federal elected officials for outstanding contributions to the Washington area. Receiving the Scull award symbolizes excellence in regional service while in public office.
And secondly, the founders of Arlington's Synetic Theater were named Washingtonians of the Year by Washingtonian Magazine. The award recognizes people who make the Washington region a great place to live. Synetic's creative dramatization of Shakespeare and other stories through pantomime and dance is a boundary-pushing theater experience popular with all ages. Congratulations Paata and Irina Tsikurishvili.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
Hi, we'll tell you more about how Arlington commemorates Martin Luther King Day later in our program, but first, we want to bring you up to date on the weather.
We've had a Polar Vortex and an Alberta Clipper. Whether the Groundhog sees his shadow or not, there's clearly more winter weather to come. The Arlington website provides information and resources you can use during a storm. It includes a list of contacts for reporting downed trees and wires, and streets that need plowing. Arlington's Emergency Winter Shelter is open during the winter months to supplement services to homeless people during cold weather events.
The Sun Gazette reports that the jobless rate in Arlington remains the lowest of Virginia's 134 counties and cities. Arlington's jobless rate is 3.2 percent, according to recent figures from the Virginia Employment Commission. The unemployment rate in the County follows a general downward trend in the region.
Arlington's recent celebration of Dr. King's life, featured music from the Duke Ellington School of the Arts Show Choir, dance from Lesole's Dance Project and a presentation by Arlington's own Joan Mulholland. A civil rights activist and freedom rider, Joan Mulholland was the keynote speaker at this year's annual Martin Luther King Day celebration at Washington-Lee High School. She was part of the infamous Woolworth's sit-in, in Mississippi, in 1963.
To hear more from Joan Mulholland's extraordinary life, tune in to the next episode of Here/Now, running on Arlington TV starting in February.
Volunteering on Martin Luther King's birthday as part of a National Day of Service has become a tradition. An important, and popular, volunteer activity is helping to clean up our favorite Arlington parks. Volunteers worked along a section of the Four Mile Run, pulling trash out of Arlington County's largest stream watershed.
There are two special, region-wide awards we want to tell you about. County Board Member Mary Hynes was honored with the Elizabeth and David Scull Metropolitan Service Award, by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. The Scull award recognizes local, state and federal elected officials for outstanding contributions to the Washington area. Receiving the Scull award symbolizes excellence in regional service while in public office.
And secondly, the founders of Arlington's Synetic Theater were named Washingtonians of the Year by Washingtonian Magazine. The award recognizes people who make the Washington region a great place to live. Synetic's creative dramatization of Shakespeare and other stories through pantomime and dance is a boundary-pushing theater experience popular with all ages. Congratulations Paata and Irina Tsikurishvili.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
14 Jan 2014
Following Victor Dover's talk in Arlington VA about great streets and how they can transform a city or town, Mr. Dover sat down with Dennis Leach, Arlington County Transportation Director, and took questions from the audience.
- 4 participants
- 43 minutes
19 Dec 2013
Using materials more often seen in highway signs, artist Alicia Eggert explores our relationship with time, anticipation and motion. We'll tell you more about Alicia Eggert's artwork later in our program, but first...
Four hard working entrepreneurs got to pitch their business ideas before a panel of celebrity judges during Ballston's version of "Shark Tank." The Launchpad Challenge program mentored 14 contestants as they developed their ideas into business plans. And there was not one, but TWO winners! The panel of judges included Caps owner Ted Leonsis, Aneesh Chopra, former CTO for Barack Obama; Congressman Gerry Connolly, and Mark Gruhin, of the Saul Ewing law firm. To learn more about business startup opportunities, go to Ballstonbid.com or check out Arlington Economic Development at arlingtonvirginiausa.com.
The work around the Clarendon metro is complete, and the result is an upgraded park and plaza where you can stroll, visit a farmers' market, listen to music, and, of course, catch the Metro. Improvements on the 1.1 acre park were done in conjunction with Metro and have yielded an active, multi-use plaza that's attractive to residents and commuters. The park is also home to the war memorial dedicated to Arlington citizens who gave their lives for our country since World War I. To find out more about park renovations or to find a park near you, check arlingtonva.us/parks.
Arlington Police participated in a recent soccer tournament at Washington-Lee high school to provide at-risk youth with a day of fun and teamwork. The tournament offers teens an opportunity to learn about community recreation programs, and builds trust between teens and the community. Research shows that youth with access to fun, productive activities such as soccer are less likely to become involved in gangs or engage in substance abuse and other destructive behaviors. To learn more, check out www.preventgangsnova.org
Sometimes a sign is just a sign, and sometimes it's a work of art. Alicia Eggert took her illuminated, billboard-style sculpture," You are (on) an island" to the streets of Arlington. Eggert's largest multi-media exhibition to date is on view at Artisphere until February 2. Check the schedule for her work and other exhibits and programs at www.Artisphere.com .
Arlington recently honored four community members with the James B. Hunter Human Rights Award. Leslie Alden, Richard Cobb, Thomas Kelley and Margaret Patterson were honored for their commitment to cultural diversity, human rights, and helping those with little access to government. If you are passionate about helping others and want to volunteer, consider joining one of Arlington's many community groups or the human rights committee. Check our website at arlingtonva.us search commissions.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
Four hard working entrepreneurs got to pitch their business ideas before a panel of celebrity judges during Ballston's version of "Shark Tank." The Launchpad Challenge program mentored 14 contestants as they developed their ideas into business plans. And there was not one, but TWO winners! The panel of judges included Caps owner Ted Leonsis, Aneesh Chopra, former CTO for Barack Obama; Congressman Gerry Connolly, and Mark Gruhin, of the Saul Ewing law firm. To learn more about business startup opportunities, go to Ballstonbid.com or check out Arlington Economic Development at arlingtonvirginiausa.com.
The work around the Clarendon metro is complete, and the result is an upgraded park and plaza where you can stroll, visit a farmers' market, listen to music, and, of course, catch the Metro. Improvements on the 1.1 acre park were done in conjunction with Metro and have yielded an active, multi-use plaza that's attractive to residents and commuters. The park is also home to the war memorial dedicated to Arlington citizens who gave their lives for our country since World War I. To find out more about park renovations or to find a park near you, check arlingtonva.us/parks.
Arlington Police participated in a recent soccer tournament at Washington-Lee high school to provide at-risk youth with a day of fun and teamwork. The tournament offers teens an opportunity to learn about community recreation programs, and builds trust between teens and the community. Research shows that youth with access to fun, productive activities such as soccer are less likely to become involved in gangs or engage in substance abuse and other destructive behaviors. To learn more, check out www.preventgangsnova.org
Sometimes a sign is just a sign, and sometimes it's a work of art. Alicia Eggert took her illuminated, billboard-style sculpture," You are (on) an island" to the streets of Arlington. Eggert's largest multi-media exhibition to date is on view at Artisphere until February 2. Check the schedule for her work and other exhibits and programs at www.Artisphere.com .
Arlington recently honored four community members with the James B. Hunter Human Rights Award. Leslie Alden, Richard Cobb, Thomas Kelley and Margaret Patterson were honored for their commitment to cultural diversity, human rights, and helping those with little access to government. If you are passionate about helping others and want to volunteer, consider joining one of Arlington's many community groups or the human rights committee. Check our website at arlingtonva.us search commissions.
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
3 Dec 2013
Land use strategist, Brookings Fellow and author Christopher B. Leinberger speaks in Arlington Virginia on "The Urbanization of the Suburbs: Why Arlington is the National Model and Where Do We Go Next?". The talk was part of Arlington County's RoundAbouts Speaker Series on various topics related to urban design and smart growth.
- 4 participants
- 59 minutes
3 Dec 2013
Land use strategist, Brookings Fellow and author Christopher B. Leinberger participates on a panel on the Intersection of Urban Design and Placemaking in Arlington Virginia following his talk on "The Urbanization of the Suburbs: Why Arlington is the National Model and Where Do We Go Next?". The panel was part of Arlington County's RoundAbouts Speaker Series on various topics related to urban design and smart growth. Other participants were Arlington County Board member Chris Zimmerman, Arlington Planning Director Bob Duffy, and Planning Supervisor Kris Krider.
- 5 participants
- 59 minutes
30 Oct 2013
During the months of November and December, Arlington County collects leaves from residents who receive county curbside trash and recycling services. Residents can rake their leaves in loose piles to the curbside for Vacuum Leaf Collection , or put their leaves in Biodegradable Leaf Bags for collection. In a classic recycling effort, the County mulches the leaves and brush it collects from residents, and grinds them to create mulch that is available to residents. This year Arlington County is taking a proactive approach to enhance the leaf collection program based on citizens concerns raised last year with thorough research and planning. Find out more about this years leaf collection planning process.
In 2006, Arlington recycled enough leaves to cover the Wizards basketball court at the Verizon Center with a 18-story leaf pile!
Collection Schedule - Arlington 's Department of Environmental Services (DES) comprehensively reviews historical data, analysis of tree canopy type and density, the National Weather Service Forecast, the Virginia Dept. of Forestry Forecast, and resident feedback to develop our leaf collection schedule. The schedule helps us to better allocate collection resources and serve neighborhoods when fallen leaves are heaviest. Yet, even with all of this analysis and planning, it's still ultimately up to Mother Nature as to when the leaves will fall.
Commitment to Service - The leaf collection program is an important County service with nearly 100 people dedicated to the program each season and over 30 pieces of equipment including vacuum trucks, rear loading collection trucks, and loaders. DES begins planning early in the year so the program will run seamlessly and cost-effectively.
Each year, staff recruit and hire approximately 40 temporary employees, prepare equipment, train workers, and evaluate data to develop an effective collection schedule. Other County employees post signs, deliver bags, and provide processing and storage support. Still others manage communication updates and answer the phones. And even before the final biodegradable leaf bags are collected, many of these same employees are already working on Christmas tree collection.
In order to continually improve our efforts, we will survey a number of residents at the conclusion of each vacuum pass to assess the quality of the program. Please take the time to let us know how we did. We take your comments very seriously, and together, we can make this year's leaf collection program one of the best on record.
In 2006, Arlington recycled enough leaves to cover the Wizards basketball court at the Verizon Center with a 18-story leaf pile!
Collection Schedule - Arlington 's Department of Environmental Services (DES) comprehensively reviews historical data, analysis of tree canopy type and density, the National Weather Service Forecast, the Virginia Dept. of Forestry Forecast, and resident feedback to develop our leaf collection schedule. The schedule helps us to better allocate collection resources and serve neighborhoods when fallen leaves are heaviest. Yet, even with all of this analysis and planning, it's still ultimately up to Mother Nature as to when the leaves will fall.
Commitment to Service - The leaf collection program is an important County service with nearly 100 people dedicated to the program each season and over 30 pieces of equipment including vacuum trucks, rear loading collection trucks, and loaders. DES begins planning early in the year so the program will run seamlessly and cost-effectively.
Each year, staff recruit and hire approximately 40 temporary employees, prepare equipment, train workers, and evaluate data to develop an effective collection schedule. Other County employees post signs, deliver bags, and provide processing and storage support. Still others manage communication updates and answer the phones. And even before the final biodegradable leaf bags are collected, many of these same employees are already working on Christmas tree collection.
In order to continually improve our efforts, we will survey a number of residents at the conclusion of each vacuum pass to assess the quality of the program. Please take the time to let us know how we did. We take your comments very seriously, and together, we can make this year's leaf collection program one of the best on record.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
29 Oct 2013
Hunger might not seem to be an issue in Arlington, but the high cost of living here means that there is some food insecurity. The Arlington Food Assistance Center, or AFAC, distributes groceries to over 1,500 families every week. More on the creative ways Arlingtonians are fighting hunger later, but first we have to prepare for the oncoming season. And here in Arlington we have 5! It's leaf season!And that means leaf collection.
Free biodegradable leaf bags are available at locations around the county. Bag leaf collection begins Nov. 4 and vacuum collection begins Nov. 11. Find out when the vacuum will be in your neighborhood on our website: arlingtonva.us keyword "leaf."
And remember, the leaves are recycled into mulch that residents can obtain from the county.
Talking of recycling, E-CARE events happen twice a year. That's when Arlington residents can dispose of household hazardous materials, or HHM's, electronics and much more. Nearly 1,000 residents recycled over 34 and a half tons of material filling two tractor trailers. But you don't have to wait til the next E-CARE event, Just visit arlingtonva.us keyword HazMat, to find a list of hazardous materials and locations to take them.
One of the locations to dispose of rechargeable batteries is at some of Arlington's fire stations. And the Firefighters in our next story have been helping to fight hunger. Along with three of Arlington's top restaurant chefs, three of the county's firehouse cooks went toe-to-toe in a challenge to cook three courses and raise funds for The Arlington Food Assistance Center, or AFAC.
AFAC has also teamed up with Arlington Transit, and Giant Food challenging riders and residents to 'stuff the bus' full of non-perishable food. More than 4,700 pounds of food were donated to AFAC who will deliver the free groceries to families, and elderly residents who rely on them. And AFAC are always looking for your help. If you need food assistance, know someone who does, or want to volunteer, contact AFAC at afac.org or call 703-845-8486.
The voting is now open for the 2013 People's Choice ABBIE Awards. Cast your vote by Nov. 1 for Arlington's Best Businesses! Vote for your favorites in categories like Best Brunch, Best New Business and more. You can vote online at arlingtonva.us keyword abbies.
And after you've voted for your ABBIE favorite, don't forget to vote on Tuesday Nov. 5 for Virginia's gubernatorial election. On the same ballot you can vote for your House Delegate, and a member of both the County and School Boards. If you don't know where to vote, you'll be out of town, or you have any other questions just visit vote.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-3456
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you voting, Around Arlington.
Free biodegradable leaf bags are available at locations around the county. Bag leaf collection begins Nov. 4 and vacuum collection begins Nov. 11. Find out when the vacuum will be in your neighborhood on our website: arlingtonva.us keyword "leaf."
And remember, the leaves are recycled into mulch that residents can obtain from the county.
Talking of recycling, E-CARE events happen twice a year. That's when Arlington residents can dispose of household hazardous materials, or HHM's, electronics and much more. Nearly 1,000 residents recycled over 34 and a half tons of material filling two tractor trailers. But you don't have to wait til the next E-CARE event, Just visit arlingtonva.us keyword HazMat, to find a list of hazardous materials and locations to take them.
One of the locations to dispose of rechargeable batteries is at some of Arlington's fire stations. And the Firefighters in our next story have been helping to fight hunger. Along with three of Arlington's top restaurant chefs, three of the county's firehouse cooks went toe-to-toe in a challenge to cook three courses and raise funds for The Arlington Food Assistance Center, or AFAC.
AFAC has also teamed up with Arlington Transit, and Giant Food challenging riders and residents to 'stuff the bus' full of non-perishable food. More than 4,700 pounds of food were donated to AFAC who will deliver the free groceries to families, and elderly residents who rely on them. And AFAC are always looking for your help. If you need food assistance, know someone who does, or want to volunteer, contact AFAC at afac.org or call 703-845-8486.
The voting is now open for the 2013 People's Choice ABBIE Awards. Cast your vote by Nov. 1 for Arlington's Best Businesses! Vote for your favorites in categories like Best Brunch, Best New Business and more. You can vote online at arlingtonva.us keyword abbies.
And after you've voted for your ABBIE favorite, don't forget to vote on Tuesday Nov. 5 for Virginia's gubernatorial election. On the same ballot you can vote for your House Delegate, and a member of both the County and School Boards. If you don't know where to vote, you'll be out of town, or you have any other questions just visit vote.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-3456
Well, that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you voting, Around Arlington.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
14 Oct 2013
Transportation and moving people through or around Arlington is one of the most important issues in our community. This is evident in the recent improvements to Crystal Drive and the installation of three high-speed elevators at the Rosslyn Metro.
Hi, more on those stories later, but first I want to talk about earthquakes, remember a couple of years ago we had one? Well, at 10:17am on Oct 17, millions of Virginians will take part in the Great Shakeout earthquake drill.
And this is how you do it, when you feel the ground shaking, DROP to the ground. Take COVER under a something sturdy, like a desk or table, and HOLD ON until it stops. You can learn more at www.shakout.org
Friends of the library Lindy-hopped back to the 1920s and raised thousands of dollars for the Arlington Library's early literacy programs. Dressed in period clothing, dancers did the Charleston in the Artisphere's ballroom to raise funds and support the 1000 Books before Kindergarten initiative. You can register for the early literacy program at any Arlington Public Library. For more information in both English and Spanish go to library.arlingtonva.us
Crystal Drive has been converted from a one-way to a two-way street. And new traffic signals help pedestrians and bicyclists cross safely. It's all part of the Crystal City Sector Plan to transform this urban village into a more vibrant and walkable neighborhood. To learn more about the new HAWK pedestrian and cyclist crossing system, visit arlingtonva.us and search 'HAWK'
You can now get in out of Rosslyn Metro Station in record time with the help of new high-speed elevators. Other improvements include a dedicated mezzanine area that's reached by a connecting passageway for better passenger flow. There's also an emergency evacuation stairwell for improved safety. To find out more about the planning process and 'Realize Rosslyn' visit arlingtonva.us/rosslyn
With its unique Community Canine Area, the James Hunter Park is now officially open. So if you live in Clarendon, work in Clarendon, or just visiting Clarendon, the park is open to you every day! The park is a short 3 minute walk from the metro station on North Hartford Street and 13th Street North. Learn more about James Hunter Park at arlingtonva.us/Parks
Well that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
Hi, more on those stories later, but first I want to talk about earthquakes, remember a couple of years ago we had one? Well, at 10:17am on Oct 17, millions of Virginians will take part in the Great Shakeout earthquake drill.
And this is how you do it, when you feel the ground shaking, DROP to the ground. Take COVER under a something sturdy, like a desk or table, and HOLD ON until it stops. You can learn more at www.shakout.org
Friends of the library Lindy-hopped back to the 1920s and raised thousands of dollars for the Arlington Library's early literacy programs. Dressed in period clothing, dancers did the Charleston in the Artisphere's ballroom to raise funds and support the 1000 Books before Kindergarten initiative. You can register for the early literacy program at any Arlington Public Library. For more information in both English and Spanish go to library.arlingtonva.us
Crystal Drive has been converted from a one-way to a two-way street. And new traffic signals help pedestrians and bicyclists cross safely. It's all part of the Crystal City Sector Plan to transform this urban village into a more vibrant and walkable neighborhood. To learn more about the new HAWK pedestrian and cyclist crossing system, visit arlingtonva.us and search 'HAWK'
You can now get in out of Rosslyn Metro Station in record time with the help of new high-speed elevators. Other improvements include a dedicated mezzanine area that's reached by a connecting passageway for better passenger flow. There's also an emergency evacuation stairwell for improved safety. To find out more about the planning process and 'Realize Rosslyn' visit arlingtonva.us/rosslyn
With its unique Community Canine Area, the James Hunter Park is now officially open. So if you live in Clarendon, work in Clarendon, or just visiting Clarendon, the park is open to you every day! The park is a short 3 minute walk from the metro station on North Hartford Street and 13th Street North. Learn more about James Hunter Park at arlingtonva.us/Parks
Well that's it for another week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington.
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
26 Sep 2013
After years of development and community input, the new Arlington Mill Community Center has opened its doors on Columbia Pike. This building, a beacon in the community, will provide something for everyone, of every age and every culture. As Columbia Pike continues to grow, this community center will help to foster a main-street environment and a stronger sense of community.
Some of the key features and programs of the new community center include:
• Combining high quality, multi-purpose community center and affordable housing on the Pike. In one of the county's most ethnically and economically diverse areas, Arlington Mill will provide a wide range of courses, classes, recreational and sports opportunities to the community. The center will offer something for everyone, from pre-K to seniors.
• The county board's long-term effort to transform the Pike into a more transit-oriented, walkable, bikeable street that provides high-quality transportation options, ground floor retail, and great public spaces for residents, while preserving the stock of affordable housing and encouraging small business.
• The project came in on budget, and plans to serve a large portion of the population on a consistent basis. Services from DHS and DPR will be served out of this facility and the center has been built to grow along with the community and their needs.
To learn more about Arlington Mill Community Center, hours of operation, and all of the programs offered, visit the county webpage at arlingtonva.us and search Arlington Mill.
Some of the key features and programs of the new community center include:
• Combining high quality, multi-purpose community center and affordable housing on the Pike. In one of the county's most ethnically and economically diverse areas, Arlington Mill will provide a wide range of courses, classes, recreational and sports opportunities to the community. The center will offer something for everyone, from pre-K to seniors.
• The county board's long-term effort to transform the Pike into a more transit-oriented, walkable, bikeable street that provides high-quality transportation options, ground floor retail, and great public spaces for residents, while preserving the stock of affordable housing and encouraging small business.
• The project came in on budget, and plans to serve a large portion of the population on a consistent basis. Services from DHS and DPR will be served out of this facility and the center has been built to grow along with the community and their needs.
To learn more about Arlington Mill Community Center, hours of operation, and all of the programs offered, visit the county webpage at arlingtonva.us and search Arlington Mill.
- 4 participants
- 8 minutes
26 Sep 2013
"Community led consensus " is the phrase that best describes the process of renovating James Hunter Park in Clarendon. The community had to decide what kind of park they wanted? Who should it benefit? Should it be for dogs? Should it be for people? The process was thorough, and the result, as you will find out, is pretty unique.
It's an amazing park, it's open from sunrise to 10pm every day, with the canine area closing at 9pm. The dog area will also close from 10am to noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for staff to clean and maintain it. To find out more about the James Hunter Park visit Arlingtonva.us/parks.
It's an amazing park, it's open from sunrise to 10pm every day, with the canine area closing at 9pm. The dog area will also close from 10am to noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for staff to clean and maintain it. To find out more about the James Hunter Park visit Arlingtonva.us/parks.
- 4 participants
- 7 minutes
26 Sep 2013
In this story, we head down to Rosslyn, which is just starting to plan its own extreme makeover. "Realize Rosslyn" is an intense community planning process aimed at realizing the transformation of Rosslyn from a 1960's auto-centric area into a vibrant and distinctive urban place featuring great housing, retail and office space. The results of this effort will provide a refined community vision to help Rosslyn reach its full potential, while ensuring the voices across Arlington are part of this conversation. In five years, you may see a very different Rosslyn from the one we see today.
To find out more and keep up with the Realize Rosslyn process go to: www.arlingtonva.us/Rosslyn
To find out more and keep up with the Realize Rosslyn process go to: www.arlingtonva.us/Rosslyn
- 5 participants
- 6 minutes
26 Sep 2013
Arlington County Superintendent Dr. Patrick Murphy, Assistant Superintendent of Facilities John Chadwick, and Wakefield High School Principal Christian Willmore lead us on a tour of the extraordinary renovations made at Wakefield HS over the summer.
- 4 participants
- 8 minutes
25 Sep 2013
We love our parks in this county, and there's a new one just opened in Ballston. We'll show you what's special about this park in a moment, but first let's get caught up on other news Around Arlington
It's time to nominate your favorite local business for the annual People's Choice ABBIE Awards. You have until October 4, to nominate any Arlington business in categories like "Best Happy Hour" or "Best Customer Service", you can even vote for the "Best Place to take a Date". To vote visit arlingtonva.us/Abbies.
One business that needs congratulating is Skanska, who have built Arlington's first LEED Platinum building at 1776 Wilson Blvd. This is the highest green building certificate possible, and means the latest green technologies available have been used.
Its official! Arlington Mill Community Center held a ribbon cutting and tour to celebrate its opening. The new facility has a gym, senior center and programs for all ages. It's open every day, so stop by and check it out!
Dogtober Day is almost upon us again. It's back at Lacey Woods Park on October 5 from 1-3. You can enter your dog in categories that include most adorable, cutest costume and more. Or just show up and watch the fun.
So, about that new park... along with benches, paths and flowering shrubs, it's got: not one, but two, bocce courts! Take a look as this ancient game finds fans in a new generation.
You'll have to bring your own bocce set to play, Bocce courts can be reserved ahead of time, or are available on a drop-in basis. Well, that's it for this week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington
It's time to nominate your favorite local business for the annual People's Choice ABBIE Awards. You have until October 4, to nominate any Arlington business in categories like "Best Happy Hour" or "Best Customer Service", you can even vote for the "Best Place to take a Date". To vote visit arlingtonva.us/Abbies.
One business that needs congratulating is Skanska, who have built Arlington's first LEED Platinum building at 1776 Wilson Blvd. This is the highest green building certificate possible, and means the latest green technologies available have been used.
Its official! Arlington Mill Community Center held a ribbon cutting and tour to celebrate its opening. The new facility has a gym, senior center and programs for all ages. It's open every day, so stop by and check it out!
Dogtober Day is almost upon us again. It's back at Lacey Woods Park on October 5 from 1-3. You can enter your dog in categories that include most adorable, cutest costume and more. Or just show up and watch the fun.
So, about that new park... along with benches, paths and flowering shrubs, it's got: not one, but two, bocce courts! Take a look as this ancient game finds fans in a new generation.
You'll have to bring your own bocce set to play, Bocce courts can be reserved ahead of time, or are available on a drop-in basis. Well, that's it for this week. Thanks for watching! And we'll see you Around Arlington
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
10 Sep 2013
September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and there's a bunch of fun stuff going on that can help you be prepared. We'll tell you more about them later and take a look at a ceremony honoring those who are the most prepared of all -- Arlington's First Responders.
But first, the much-anticipated Arlington Mill Community Center is now open! This amazing new facility at the corner of Columbia Pike and South Dinwiddie Street has a gym and programs for all ages. Take a tour and attend the ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, September 21 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Students can use the ART bus to get around Arlington at reduced rates. Middle & high school students can pick up an iRide SmarTrip card for just $3 at local Commuter Stores. The iRide card also works as a regular SmarTrip card on Metrobus and Metrorail.
Another way to get around is by bike. BikeArlington is offering free classes in Courthouse and Rosslyn. RSVP on line for Two Wheel Tuesdays at BikeArlington.com/TWT. And, if you have a bike, make sure to register it with the Police on the Arlingtonva.us website, keywords: bicycle registration.
Bring yourself -- and your dog -- to the newly revamped James Hunter Park at 1230 N. Hartford Street in Clarendon. Recent renovations include a plaza, garden, water features, and a separate area where dogs can frolic to their hearts content.
Well, we all want to be prepared, but no one is more prepared than First Responders and sailors on the USS Arlington. Our community is still raising funds for the on-board 9/11 Tribute Room at events like the recent Navy League reception that honored Arlington's First Responders.
And, you can learn more about emergency preparedness during trivia nights at local watering holes. Or join VEST -- Arlington's Volunteer Emergency Support Team. Find out more at sites.arlingtonva.us/oem. And, don't forget to sign up for Arlington Alert to get emergency messages on your computer or handheld device at arlingtonalert.com. If there's an emergency, you'll want to know about it, and be prepared.
But first, the much-anticipated Arlington Mill Community Center is now open! This amazing new facility at the corner of Columbia Pike and South Dinwiddie Street has a gym and programs for all ages. Take a tour and attend the ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, September 21 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Students can use the ART bus to get around Arlington at reduced rates. Middle & high school students can pick up an iRide SmarTrip card for just $3 at local Commuter Stores. The iRide card also works as a regular SmarTrip card on Metrobus and Metrorail.
Another way to get around is by bike. BikeArlington is offering free classes in Courthouse and Rosslyn. RSVP on line for Two Wheel Tuesdays at BikeArlington.com/TWT. And, if you have a bike, make sure to register it with the Police on the Arlingtonva.us website, keywords: bicycle registration.
Bring yourself -- and your dog -- to the newly revamped James Hunter Park at 1230 N. Hartford Street in Clarendon. Recent renovations include a plaza, garden, water features, and a separate area where dogs can frolic to their hearts content.
Well, we all want to be prepared, but no one is more prepared than First Responders and sailors on the USS Arlington. Our community is still raising funds for the on-board 9/11 Tribute Room at events like the recent Navy League reception that honored Arlington's First Responders.
And, you can learn more about emergency preparedness during trivia nights at local watering holes. Or join VEST -- Arlington's Volunteer Emergency Support Team. Find out more at sites.arlingtonva.us/oem. And, don't forget to sign up for Arlington Alert to get emergency messages on your computer or handheld device at arlingtonalert.com. If there's an emergency, you'll want to know about it, and be prepared.
- 5 participants
- 4 minutes
16 Aug 2013
Construction at the new Arlington Mill Community Center is nearing completion on schedule and on budget. County officials were recently given a walk through of the facility just to check out the progress.
The 23rd Annual Rosslyn Jazz Festival is Saturday, September 7 from 1 to 7 p.m. in Gateway Park. This free event is headlined by Grammy-winner Poncho Sanchez. Come on down and enjoy one of our area's best musical events!
Andy Warhol's Silver Clouds exhibit is heading to Artisphere. You can be a part of keeping the Silver Clouds afloat by contributing to Artisphere's IndieGoGo fundraising efforts. The free exhibit will run from September 12 through October 20.
Tickets are now on sale now for A Night out with the Great Gatsby, the Eight-Thirteen Ball sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The dance includes prizes for best costume, a silent auction and more. It will be held September 28th at Artisphere to raise money for the Library's Early Literacy initiatives. Tickets can be purchased for $30 on the Friends' website.
There is an amazing ART bus design created by contest winner and 8th grade student Annemarie Dougherty who attends St. Agnes Catholic School. There was a fun ceremony to reveal the design attended by Arlington County dignitaries, staff and members of the general public, but the design has a serious message that the county wants to get across. Learn more about ART and PAL, and check ART bus schedules for your neighborhood at arlingtontransit.com. And remember the PAL message Predictable -- Alert - & Lawful on September 3rd when our kids head back to school.
Don't forget, September 2nd is Labor Day and all County offices will be closed.
The 23rd Annual Rosslyn Jazz Festival is Saturday, September 7 from 1 to 7 p.m. in Gateway Park. This free event is headlined by Grammy-winner Poncho Sanchez. Come on down and enjoy one of our area's best musical events!
Andy Warhol's Silver Clouds exhibit is heading to Artisphere. You can be a part of keeping the Silver Clouds afloat by contributing to Artisphere's IndieGoGo fundraising efforts. The free exhibit will run from September 12 through October 20.
Tickets are now on sale now for A Night out with the Great Gatsby, the Eight-Thirteen Ball sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The dance includes prizes for best costume, a silent auction and more. It will be held September 28th at Artisphere to raise money for the Library's Early Literacy initiatives. Tickets can be purchased for $30 on the Friends' website.
There is an amazing ART bus design created by contest winner and 8th grade student Annemarie Dougherty who attends St. Agnes Catholic School. There was a fun ceremony to reveal the design attended by Arlington County dignitaries, staff and members of the general public, but the design has a serious message that the county wants to get across. Learn more about ART and PAL, and check ART bus schedules for your neighborhood at arlingtontransit.com. And remember the PAL message Predictable -- Alert - & Lawful on September 3rd when our kids head back to school.
Don't forget, September 2nd is Labor Day and all County offices will be closed.
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
20 Jun 2013
For three days in June, the SuperNOVA performance art festival enlivened the streets of Rosslyn, bringing more than 75 emerging and established local, national, and international artists to energize public spaces and engages audiences in unexpected ways. As Arlington TV covered the festival, we wondered what benefits hosting such a festival could bring into our community, beyond the groundbreaking creativity on view. So we spoke with festival producer Philippa Hughes, Cecilia Cassidy, Executive Director of Rosslyn BID and Karen Vasquez, Director of Cultural Affairs at Arlington Economic Development about the ramifications of the festival, both cultural and economic.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
21 Nov 2012
PLACE is an initiative to help more residents of Arlington VA engage with each other and in local government decisions. It was launched in January by Board Chair Mary Hynes. We take a look at what has been happening since the launch, whether it has really helped people engage, and what the future holds for Arlington's PLACE.
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
15 Nov 2012
Arlington County celebrated the completion of Phase I of Penrose Square, located at 2503 Columbia Pike. The County's newest square is 17,000 square feet and includes features that incorporate elements of Arlington's vision of sustainability:
"Echo," two-piece sculpture by Richard Deutsch
A tree-covered upper terrace with movable tables and chairs
An inner plaza with a water feature
Small gardens interspersed in the plaza, designed to provide seasonal colors
Sustainable USE OF WATER:
Bio-filtration system underneath the tree terrace to filter storm water runoff and enhance tree root growth
Water recirculation system that allows the water feature to conserve the use of water at the site
The ribbon cutting ceremony was held in front of the square's public art piece, Echo, a two piece sculpture by Richard Deutsch. As a member of Penrose Square's landscape design team, Richard Deutsch created the interactive sculpture inspired by the Three Sisters Radio Towers, formerly located near Columbia Pike and Courthouse Road.
Built in 1913 by the Navy as cutting-edge technology, the towers broadcast the first trans-Atlantic radio signal in 1915, connecting Arlington with the Eiffel Tower. They also introduced regular broadcasts of time signals -- important navigational aids for ships at sea. When National Airport opened in 1941 the towers posed an aviation hazard and were taken down.
Echo provides a modern interpretation of Arlington's significant contribution to the history of communication. The concave elliptical parabolas carved into each monolith reflect and project sound, allowing words spoken into one stone to be heard by listeners at the other. California-based artist Deutsch designs sculpture and environments using stone, water, bronze, and stainless steel. Like Echo, much of his work is marked by an understanding of space and environment and an attention to social context and history.
"Echo," two-piece sculpture by Richard Deutsch
A tree-covered upper terrace with movable tables and chairs
An inner plaza with a water feature
Small gardens interspersed in the plaza, designed to provide seasonal colors
Sustainable USE OF WATER:
Bio-filtration system underneath the tree terrace to filter storm water runoff and enhance tree root growth
Water recirculation system that allows the water feature to conserve the use of water at the site
The ribbon cutting ceremony was held in front of the square's public art piece, Echo, a two piece sculpture by Richard Deutsch. As a member of Penrose Square's landscape design team, Richard Deutsch created the interactive sculpture inspired by the Three Sisters Radio Towers, formerly located near Columbia Pike and Courthouse Road.
Built in 1913 by the Navy as cutting-edge technology, the towers broadcast the first trans-Atlantic radio signal in 1915, connecting Arlington with the Eiffel Tower. They also introduced regular broadcasts of time signals -- important navigational aids for ships at sea. When National Airport opened in 1941 the towers posed an aviation hazard and were taken down.
Echo provides a modern interpretation of Arlington's significant contribution to the history of communication. The concave elliptical parabolas carved into each monolith reflect and project sound, allowing words spoken into one stone to be heard by listeners at the other. California-based artist Deutsch designs sculpture and environments using stone, water, bronze, and stainless steel. Like Echo, much of his work is marked by an understanding of space and environment and an attention to social context and history.
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
10 Sep 2012
NewsMakers covers the "topping out" ceremony for the new Arlington Mill Community Center on Columbia Pike in Arlington Virginia. The complex will combine traditional community and senior center services with affordable housing, retail services, a gymnasium and a parking garage. The facility is scheduled to open Summer 2013. http://www.columbiapikeva.us/arlington-mill-community-center/
- 5 participants
- 4 minutes
3 Aug 2012
There are great stories waiting in even the tiniest corner of Arlington. And we had this point proved for us again, when the members of Calloway United Methodist Church approached the county with a request to designate their churchyard cemetery a local historic district. The history of Calloway Cemetery stretches back to the 19th century, and opens a small but important window on the history of African Americans in Arlington.
- 6 participants
- 7 minutes
22 Jun 2012
NewsMakers covered the opening celebration of Buckingham Gardens, 92 historic affordable apartments in Arlington VA. The public-private partnership between Telesis Corp. and Arlington County was the result of many years of work involving private business, non-profits, the County and community.
- 4 participants
- 4 minutes
11 Jun 2012
Participation, Leadership, And Civic Engagement, or PLACE is County Board Chair Mary Hynes' new initiative that will update 'The Arlington Way'...and what is The Arlington Way? Let's Find out and see that all will be made clear.
If you'd like to get involved with PLACE visit www.arlingtonplace.us
If you'd like to get involved with PLACE visit www.arlingtonplace.us
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes
5 Jun 2012
The DC region's favorite wandering Arts festival has come back to Crystal City -- and it's bigger and better than ever! With over 1,300 artists, 5,000 pieces of art, and over 300 live performances all taking place in 380,000 square feet of former DoD office space, Artomatic 2012 is one of the biggest happenings of the Summer. And Crystal City BID did a fantastic job helping bring the event back to Crystal City for the first time since 2007. There's so much to see and only five weeks to get it all in!
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- 6 participants
- 6 minutes
22 May 2012
A presentation by Chris Tatham of the ETC Institute on the findings of the Arlington County Virginia 2012 Resident Satisfaction Survey. Tatham's presentation was made to the Arlington County Board at their meeting of May 22 2012. Complete survey results can be found at www.arlingtonva.us.
- 6 participants
- 45 minutes
27 Jan 2012
On January 15 2012, Arlington VA celebrated it's 43rd tribute to the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Wilmer Leon was the keynote speaker and performers included Larry Bland and the Volunteer Choir and the Urban Artistry Dance troup.
- 6 participants
- 5 minutes
1 Dec 2011
For years, residents living on or near Columbia Pike, a major east-west artery in south Arlington, have worked with County government on a comprehensive plan to build a more walkable, bikeable, transit-oriented Main Street. So, what does revitalization look like on the Pike? When will the Streetcar arrive? Who is making the decisions? Mary Curtius went to find out the answers to these questions and more...
- 4 participants
- 8 minutes
23 Nov 2011
One small sandwich shop on Wilson Boulevard has been serving Arlington's best sandwiches, soups and salads since 2005. It's not only the fresh roasted turkey and ham, but the unique homemade menu that makes Earl's Sandwiches simply the best in the area. Want to see what goes into an amazing delicatessen, then lets head on into Earls and find out.
- 2 participants
- 8 minutes
11 Oct 2011
Here in Ballston you may not expect to find some of the most authentic pizza from Italy, but thanks to Pupatella, that's exactly what you'll find. Owner Enzo Algarme hails from Naples, and has always had a burning passion for the perfect Neapolitan pizza. Ingredients imported directly from Italy and firing the pizzas in an oven built from ash of mount Vesuvius will make you feel like you're in Italy with every bite.
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes
9 Sep 2011
Here in Courthouse on Wilson Blvd, sits Afghan Kabob House. An authentic middle eastern restaurant that features a hot and cold bar, a vast hookah selection, huge portions and some amazing kabobs. Lucky for us, that's just the beginning.
- 2 participants
- 9 minutes
25 Aug 2011
Last season we came to Shirlington to try the Best Buns on the block. This year we're back, and for something just as GREAT. We're here at Carlyle, and american style bistro that
serves up innovative and award winning cuisines for Lunch, dinner and our favorite, brunch. Part of the great american restaurants, Carlyle's high energy atmosphere has been the focal point
of Shirlington Row since 1986.
serves up innovative and award winning cuisines for Lunch, dinner and our favorite, brunch. Part of the great american restaurants, Carlyle's high energy atmosphere has been the focal point
of Shirlington Row since 1986.
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
24 Aug 2011
The August 24, 2011 groundbreaking ceremony for the new Arlington Mill Community Center on Columbia Pike in Arlington Virginia.
- 5 participants
- 4 minutes
22 Aug 2011
In Crystal City sits Tagolio, a pizzeria that uses a unique and special ingredient to perfect their pies. Coal. Yup, sounds weird, but this coal, anthracite, comes from abandoned mines, produces no smell or no pollution, and actually burns cleaner than wood or gas. And did I mention it makes the pizza here amazing? Alright, enough with the science lesson, time to eat.
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
21 Jul 2011
Arlington County recently approved a 40 year plan for Crystal City,. The County Board, working with the community, developed a new vision at a turning point for this vitally importatn community. Mary Curtius takes a tour with County Board Chairman Chris Zimmerman to discuss the plan.
- 5 participants
- 7 minutes
8 Jul 2011
During the week of June 24-30th, 2011, a Charrette was held which gave the community a unique opportunity to work with the consultant team to apply the knowledge gained through the analysis of representative sites and to create a plan for the future of the greater Columbia Pike corridor. Opportunities for community input occured during meetings, hands on exercises, open design studios and various presentations.
- 3 participants
- 1:27 hours
18 May 2011
Mary Curtius from Arlington's Office of Communications speaks with Michael Leventhal, Arlington's Historic Preservation Program Coordinator, about the county's Historic Resources Inventory. The HRI is a list of Arlington's essential and important buildings and properties which is intended to bring clarity and transparency to Arlington's development process while protecting important pieces of our past.
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
18 May 2011
Emily Cassell and Courtney Cacatian of Arlington's Convention & Visitors Services division introduce us to their latest innovation for making visitor services more flexible, accessible, and up to date. It's the Mobile Tourism Vehicle which replaces the counties old storefront Visitors Center, and brings tourist information right into the neighborhoods where Arlington's visitors are staying. To find the Mobile Tourism Vehicle's full schedule, check out StayArlington.com
- 3 participants
- 4 minutes
17 May 2011
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Artscape" takes a look at all things cultural around Arlington. In this episode, we look at a group who are working to capture the diverse heritage of Columbia Pike in pictures. This segment has been nominated for a Capital Region Emmy award.
- 5 participants
- 8 minutes
15 Mar 2011
Blogger and Transportation Commissioner Elisa Ortiz talks about Community Involvement in Arlington VA.
- 1 participant
- 2 minutes
31 Jan 2011
Home cooking, original recipes, and the best soul food in the area, Margaret's is a small place with huge flavor here in South Arlington. You may remember them from our trip to the fair, we sure do, and we've come back for seconds. There is no way we could pass up more, so cozy on up Arlington, you're in for a treat.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes
24 Jan 2011
A segment of our magazine show, "Here/now", "Artscape" takes a look at all things cultural around Arlington. In this edition, Here/now host Tara Palacios gets a behind the scenes tour at the opening of the Artisphere.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes
19 Jan 2011
Down in Crystal City, if you're looking for a night to pass around the plates and try some of the best Spanish food in the area, then you've got to come here to Jaleo. Opened by renowned chef José Andrés, Jaleo serves modern interpretations of the traditional cuisine of Spain, Tapas, small plates meant to be shared among the group. Time to pass the plate, and share the wealth.
- 4 participants
- 8 minutes
17 Dec 2010
A short video FAQ with answers to the most commonly asked questions about Arlington's snow removal program.
- 4 participants
- 6 minutes
14 Dec 2010
A video tour of the highlights of 2010 in Arlington, Virginia. This video highlights Chairman Jay Fisette's priority initatives for his 2010 term.
- 7 participants
- 5 minutes
1 Nov 2010
Here we are on Shirlington row, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in Arlington, seriously, you can't turn your head without seeing something that looks amazing. But today, we're not here to try everything on the block, no, we're here to find out one thing, who's got the Best Buns. The answer may just be more obvious than you think.
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
27 Oct 2010
Sen. Jim Webb (D) Virginia talks about the development at Rosslyn Metro Station.
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
31 Aug 2010
There is one place, one time, where everyone can feel like a kid again. That place, the Arlington County Fair. With tons of rides, games, fun and of course...food, you know we had to come by this year and get our deep fried taste buds moving. The smell is in the air, and we're on the move...
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes
4 Aug 2010
Whether you need a espresso pick me up in the morning, or want to settle down with a glass of wine at the end of the day, one place in Clarendon has got you covered. Northside Social is in its first year of operation, and already has created a warm, friendly atmosphere for the surrounding community. Come by, grab a seat, and be social on the Northside of Arlington...
- 4 participants
- 9 minutes
15 Jul 2010
Every Thursday in Ballston, you can find some of the best sights, sounds, and smells the area has to offer. Travel down to (cross streets) just across from the metro and you find the Ballston Farmers Market, one of 7 farmers markets in Arlington alone. Fresh baked breads, exotic teas, hand picked produce...that's just the beginning...
- 8 participants
- 10 minutes
9 Jul 2010
News shows featuring people and events in Arlington, VA. In this segment, Christie Vilsack, wife of U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, visits Central Library's community garden.
- 4 participants
- 3 minutes
1 Jul 2010
News Segments featuring people and events in Arlington County VA,
- 6 participants
- 4 minutes
29 Jun 2010
News segments featuring people and events in Arlington County VA
- 4 participants
- 2 minutes
29 Jun 2010
News segments featuring people and events in Arlington County, VA
- 4 participants
- 2 minutes
1 Jun 2010
In this segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now" we visit Phoenix Bikes and get a lesson in bike repair.
- 4 participants
- 6 minutes
24 May 2010
During neighborhood day this year, the troops at Arlingtons own Fort Myer held a twilight tattoo for the community at Bluemont Park. This military pageant and performance toured the history of the United States Military from the Revolutionary war to present day. This journey though American history was on full display for everyone to see and hear first hand, and to experience the prestige of our military.
- 5 participants
- 2 minutes
20 May 2010
A new shop opened up on Columbia Pike, and it has already sparked the interest of many Arlingtonians. Here at Twisted Vines Bottle Shop and Bistro, you can sit back and relax with a glass of wine, in a fantastic atmosphere. A quaint and elegant setting gives the perfect environment for tasting anything from bold reds to subtle whites, and even enjoying a bite to eat. My palate is clean and ready, I hope yours is too
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes
14 May 2010
Did you know that Columbia Pike is celebrating 200 years this year? Well, here at Food for Thought, weve decided to spend this whole episode on some of your favorite places on the Pike. An overwhelming amount of you wrote in about our first place. Abis Azteca Bar and Grill, known for its traditional Salvadorian and Mexican dishes, has been serving Columbia pike since it opened in 1986, and based on your emails, it doesnt get any more authentic than this
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes
14 May 2010
Located at the east end of Columbia Pike is Dama Restaurant and Bakery, which many of you have said is the best Ethiopian restaurant in the dc metro area. A small family business thats been here for over 15 years, Dama features traditional foods from different regions in Ethiopia, and also boasts a full bakery.
- 5 participants
- 8 minutes
6 May 2010
News show featuring people and events in Arlington County VA. In this segment, we meet a team of Americorps volunteers who are helping fight off invasive plants, restore the Four Mile Run Watershed, and provide a great example of civic participation.
- 5 participants
- 3 minutes
19 Apr 2010
News show featuring people and events in Arlington County VA. In this segment, the long-awaited groundbreaking for Long Bridge Park.
- 5 participants
- 4 minutes
13 Apr 2010
Less than a block away from Liberty Tavern, sits another gem in ClarendonEventide Restaurant. A place that is passionate about the quality of their ingredients, and a deep appreciation for regional cuisine and local products. With an elegant dining room, a rooftop terrace, and a hot spot lounge, Eventide continues to rise above in food and décor. With so many restaurants to choose from, this should be one that atop of your list
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
12 Apr 2010
News show featuring people and events in Arlington County VA. In this segment, Columbia Pike's 200th Birthday Celebration at the Salsa Room on April 12, 2010.
- 6 participants
- 6 minutes
12 Apr 2010
A series of one minute looks at the 200 year history of the Columbia Pike. In this minute, we check out the great radio towers that once dominated the the Pike's skyline.
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
12 Apr 2010
A series of one minute looks at the 200 year history of the Columbia Pike. In this minute, we visit the first brick townhome in Arlington.
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
12 Apr 2010
A series of one minute looks at the 200 year history of the Columbia Pike. In this minute, we visit one of the Pike's greatest landmarks, the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse.
- 1 participant
- 1 minute
10 Apr 2010
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Artscape" takes a look at all things cultural around Arlington. In this episode, we look at a group who are working to capture the diverse heritage of Columbia Pike in pictures.
- 6 participants
- 9 minutes
7 Apr 2010
Drive down Wilson Boulevard in Clarendon and youll see there is no shortage of great restaurants. Today, were at this historic building which is home to the Liberty Tavern. This split level restaurant features modern American cuisine upstairs, and a comfortable and diverse bar downstairs. As soon as you enter The Liberty Tavern, youll smell the amazing aroma from two wood-burning ovens, and quickly notice the handcrafted preparation of breads, pastas, sausages, ice creams, desserts and so much more
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes
16 Feb 2010
When you hear the term upgrade, you dont always think of food. Well, two fraternity brothers set out to change the way you look at traditional foods, and quickly were voted best pizza in Virginia. Here at Faccia Luna, youll find quality ingredients with an upscale and urban interior. A first date destination, a sentimental favorite, and a neighborhood hang out here in Clarendon; Faccia Luna quickly has gained a place in my heart, bite by bite.
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
3 Feb 2010
Believe it or not, Virginia is considered the south, and one thing the south is known for is barbeque, and I'm not talking cooking on a grill, but real barbeque. Head down Washington Blvd in Ballston and you can't miss Rocklands Barbeque, making barbeque the old fashioned way, over real wood and in the pit. It's Barbeque you can smell from miles away
- 4 participants
- 8 minutes
2 Feb 2010
Since 1985, the Lost Dog Café has been serving up the some of the areas best pizza, sandwiches and beers from around the world. Founded by area locals, this restaurant began by serving more than just the people who came in. Since the beginning, its been about compassion, helping to have placed almost 2000 animals per year into permanent, loving homes through their Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation. Its a restaurant that has more than just amazing food, but a healthy heart
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
28 Jan 2010
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Know Your..." provides a behind the scenes look at how our county government actually works. In this episode, we take a trip to the county Wastewater Pollution Control Plant.
- 3 participants
- 7 minutes
26 Jan 2010
A segment of AVNs monthly magazine show, "Here/now", this episode features the Wii Bowling teams from the Langston-Brown Senior Center. They recently took 3rd place in the inaugural season of the National Senior League Wii Bowling Championship.
- 5 participants
- 5 minutes
30 Dec 2009
In this episode, we head to Crystal City to look at Restaurant Kora, which blends contemporary Italian food, with a modern elegance. Kora was created by acclaimed chef Morou Ouattara, who has been nominated for best chef in the metro area by the Washington metropolitan restaurant association two years in a row. Let's take a taste of Kora.
- 4 participants
- 8 minutes
22 Dec 2009
Today we head to the area's leading organic restaurant, Toscana Grill in Courthouse. Known for cooking "fusion style Italian," and just steps away from the metro, Toscana is changing the way you eat. Healthy principals, a great atmosphere and only the best ingredients have made it one of the most popular places in the area. We'll take a look in the kitchen to see how some of their most popular dishes are made, and give it our own taste test.
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes
16 Dec 2009
A video highlight of 2009 in Arlington, VA. This video highlights Chairman Barbara Favola's priority initatives for her 2009 term.
- 12 participants
- 5 minutes
19 Nov 2009
Take a look into some of the best places to eat in Arlington VA. From restaurants, to farmers markets and culinary schools, we'll explore every tasty bit and ask for seconds.
For the first episode, we'll head over to Whole Foods in Clarendon for the kick off of Local Foods, Local Chefs where we'll enjoy some tastings and get a chance to meet local farmers to learn more about the benefits of local foods.
For the first episode, we'll head over to Whole Foods in Clarendon for the kick off of Local Foods, Local Chefs where we'll enjoy some tastings and get a chance to meet local farmers to learn more about the benefits of local foods.
- 7 participants
- 9 minutes
27 Oct 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", At the Nature Center takes us down to Long Branch Nature Center, where there's always something happening. In this case, the Park Naturalists put their guests to work cleaning up Four Mile Run.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
5 Oct 2009
the 2009 Landscape Recognition Awards awards recognize Arlington businesses, commercial properties, and non-profit organizations that have helped to make Arlington the special place that it is through their outstanding landscape installations and landscape maintenance.
- 4 participants
- 3 minutes
15 Sep 2009
President Obama gave a speech to encourage students to take responsibility for their education at
Wakefield High School in Arlington Virginia. The speech was broadcast to schools National TV around the US.
Arlington Virginia Network were also there to record the historic event.
Wakefield High School in Arlington Virginia. The speech was broadcast to schools National TV around the US.
Arlington Virginia Network were also there to record the historic event.
- 10 participants
- 21 minutes
28 Aug 2009
NewsMakers; Looking at the progression of construction and the programs offered in the new Westover Library/Reed School in Arlington County
- 2 participants
- 3 minutes
7 Aug 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Artscape" takes a look at all things cultural around Arlington. In this episode, Philippa Hughes, founder of the Pink Line Project, and Jon Palmer Claridge, Program Director for Arlington Cultural Affairs, offer a behind the scenes tour of the new Arlington Cultural Center, scheduled to open in the fall of 2010.
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes
21 Jul 2009
NewsMakers is a news program featuringlocal stories in Arlington County
- 8 participants
- 13 minutes
25 Jun 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", At the Nature Center takes us down to Long Branch Nature Center, where there's always something happening. In this case, an up close and friendly encounter with the center's snake collection.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes
25 Jun 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Green It" looks at the various ways Arlington County works to be at the forefront of sustainable environmental policies. In this segment, we look at a few of the many ways Crystal City BID is working to making Arlington a little greener.
- 3 participants
- 6 minutes
25 Jun 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Know Your..." provides a behind the scenes look at how our county government actually works. In this episode, we explore the county's trail system, a great source of fun for family biking, hiking, jogging, and rollerblading.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
20 May 2009
Arlington's Smart Growth Journey tells the story of how visionary leaders in Arlington transformed an aging,
fraying suburb into one of the nations premier examples of transit-oriented growth. It explores the history of
Smart Growth in Arlington through the recollections of those who helped craft the vision and fought to bring it to fruition. It addresses the mistakes that were made, and the future. It is a 'must see' for all who want to plan for sustainable growth and who care about our environment.
fraying suburb into one of the nations premier examples of transit-oriented growth. It explores the history of
Smart Growth in Arlington through the recollections of those who helped craft the vision and fought to bring it to fruition. It addresses the mistakes that were made, and the future. It is a 'must see' for all who want to plan for sustainable growth and who care about our environment.
- 2 participants
- 2 minutes
6 Apr 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show "Here/now", this feature visits with a group of remarkable ladies at the Aurora Hills Senior Center who turn the joys and fellowship of a knitting circle into a great act of volunteerism.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
3 Apr 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "We're All Arlington" features short biographies of Arlington residents, highlighting our county's amazing diversity. This episode's subjects are college student Nhu-Y Ngoc Tu and her younger brother Cuong Chi Tu, who volunteer to help tutor neighborhood school children at the Greenbrier Learning Center.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
11 Feb 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine program, Here/now, this in studio interview with Dr. Talmadge Williams, Chairman of the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington, VA, explores the little known story of Freedmen's Village.
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes
11 Feb 2009
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine program, Here/now, the second segment of our studio interview with Dr. Talmadge Williams, discusses the efforts being made to make the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington a reality.
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
7 Jan 2009
A fond look back at the Arlington County Board's many accomplishments in 2008.
- 15 participants
- 7 minutes
26 Sep 2008
Jason visit's Arlington's Santa Fe Cafe and talks with owner Kip Laramie.
- 2 participants
- 3 minutes
17 Jul 2008
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now." In this segment, our resident pop historian Jim Byers checks out some great old home movies from the Glencarlyn Parade some 50 years ago, and tries to date the footage precisely.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes
5 Jun 2008
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now". Our roving food critic, Jason Foodgeek, takes in the Taste of Arlington festival.
- 6 participants
- 5 minutes
6 May 2008
A segment of AVN's monthly magazine show, "Here/now", "Artscape" takes a look at all things cultural around Arlington. This episode takes a tour of some of Arlington's permanent public art collection in Rosslyn including "Dark Star Park" by Nancy Holt, Boaz Vaadia's "The Family," Chris Gardner's "Cupid's Garden" and Ned Kahn's "Liquid Pixels."
- 2 participants
- 5 minutes
23 Apr 2008
A segment from the NewsMakers program produced by Arlington Virginia Network featuring the Civitan Garage Sale that takes place on the first Saturday of the month at the I-66 garage.
- 6 participants
- 4 minutes
3 Mar 2008
A segment from the NewsMakers program produced by Arlington Virginia Network featuring the 16th annual Feel the Heritage Festival at the Drew Community Center. Arlington's premiere Black History Month event, the Feel the Heritage Festival is a day-long celebration of the rich culture and history of African Americans and offers an array of music and dance performances, vendors, and fellowship for all attendees. Performances include NU Era, Soul in Motion and Avon Dews.
- 7 participants
- 7 minutes
21 Feb 2008
A segment from the NewsMakers program produced by Arlington Virginia Network featuring the Safety First event, an interactive afternoon of awareness seminars, safety tips, and crime prevention that took place at Kenmore Middle School in February 2008.
- 5 participants
- 3 minutes
7 Feb 2008
A segment from the NewsMakers program produced by Arlington Virginia Network featuring the Town Hall Meeting on Preventing Violence and Gang Involvement that took place at Kenmore Middle School in February 2008.
- 5 participants
- 6 minutes
14 Jan 2008
A segment from the NewsMakers program produced by Arlington Virginia Network featuring Olympic Gold Medal winner Dominique Dawes and her visit to the Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center. Dawes talked with fans and worked with members of the Arlington Aerials, Arlington County's Competitive Gymnastics Team.
- 4 participants
- 5 minutes
28 Dec 2007
A segment from the NewsMakers program produced by Arlington Virginia Network featuring the dedication of the public art sculpture "Spielschiff." The play structure was designed by Bonifatius Stirnberg as a part of Arlington County's Sister City association with Aachen, Germany.
- 1 participant
- 2 minutes
