Arlington County Government, VA / Tourism

mmmm... collective artists Eva Salmerón and Emilio Alarcón traveled from Madrid, Spain to talk with Arlington Cultural Affairs Specialist Cynthia Connolly about their public art project on the plaza at 1310 N. Courthouse Rd. in Arlington VA.

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.

ATV's regular round up of news and notes around Arlington. In this edition we hear everything you could want to know about the county's fall leaf collection and mulch program. It's also time to register to vote, and we take a moment to acknowledge Domestic Violence Awareness month and promote Project Peace. There's a new pop-up library in Crystal City, restoration work going on at Four Mile Run, and the county hit an all time high in tourism revenues.

In this month's edition of County Board Wrap-Up, Board Chair Libby Garvey discusses the new Capital Improvement Plan. She also talks about the decision to postpone the Blue Ribbon Panel, a new solution for bus storage in South Arlington, the new Transient Occupany Tax, a public meeting on access to a new school site, and a new development with Connect Arlington. Board Member Katie Cristol also drops by to join in a discussion on a new farmers market coming soon.

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.

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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!

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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

Featuring stunning views of the nations capital, Arlington and its Metro-centered urban villages offer first-class shopping, diverse dining and an eclectic local arts and entertainment scene. To learn more and plan your visit, check out www.stayarlington.com.