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This Is Arlington ARLINGTON LIFESTYLE HAS ARRIVED, AND I AM SO HUMBLED BY THIS OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE THIS COMMUNITY. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is LaWanda Morris. I am the owner and publisher of Arlington’s brand-new lifestyle magazine.

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Alysha Sideman, LaWanda Morris

For a little background, I am a lawyer by trade. I worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for nearly nine years, first supporting the Trial Unit and later managing others who supported the Trial Unit and Division of Enforcement. Prior to that, I worked at Black Entertainment Television, where I supported their legal department and publishing company.

Ready for a change—and a little burned out in the legal field—I decided it was time to leave the SEC and follow my dream of becoming an entrepreneur. I started multiple for-profit businesses (including LaWanda Morris Consulting and WeStileU) and a women’s support Meet-Up Group (called WOeMANcipation). These businesses reflect my passions for entrepreneurship, helping others and, of course, fashion.

When the opportunity arose for me to start my own lifestyle magazine in Arlington, it was another dream come true! I have seen Arlington grow so much and in so many wonderful ways over the years. I am so excited about the continued growth of Arlington

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and the future growth of my magazine! My mission as publisher is to help foster that

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growth, promote community, as well as inspire our residents and neighbors. We will continue to bring a proud, close community closer.

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One of the most exciting things about this magazine is that it truly belongs to the

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community. Arlington Lifestyle is and was created for the benefit of the Arlington com-

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We are a monthly publication and therefore need a lot of content material! We would love to hear about your business, charity, family, passion project or event. (We also

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love receiving event invites; look out for our events as well). This issue features a little something for everyone in the community, and we hope you enjoy it.

I look forward to seeing you around town; never hesitate to stop me and say hello.

Special thanks: To the wonderful businesses who believed in my vision and this magazine, THANK YOU! Thank you for getting on-board on the ground floor and

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2020

FEATURES 13 The Rise of Resale Luxury Second-Hand Stores Gain Traction With High-Fashion Consignors

16 Historic $2.6M Home Embodies Changing Times A Peek into a Lyons Village Classic

28 Christian Dorsey Answers the Proust Questionnaire Arlington County Board Chairman on the NBA and his morning coffee

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34 Meet the Owner & Publisher My Favorite Local Things of the Month

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First-Ever Restaurant Week Tantalizes Tastebuds of Arlington Residents Residents crushed their cravings at the inaugural Arlington Restaurant Week, which was organized by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce and held from Oct. 21–28. Locals were treated to discounted cuisine around the county. All restaurants—from casual spots to five-star dining—were invited to participate. Restaurants picked price points that fit their restaurant's style and used the Chamber's website to market their specials.

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1. BABA, which means grandmother in Serbian, showcases a specialty dish for the event; complete with a martini and appetizer. | 2. Arlington Chamber of Commerce staff enjoy lunch at BoneFish Grill during Arlington Restaurant Week. | 3. Residents learn to prepare “small bites” for entertaining. The classes were offered by Cookology at discounted rates during restaurant week. | 4. Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe offered up soup and sandwich lunch specials for $10 for the event, complete with a delicious dessert. | 5. French cuisine, like Crab Quiche, was up for grabs for both brunch and lunch at La Côte d’Or Café. | 6. Copa Kitchen and Bar, located in the new Quarter Market in Ballston, had plenty of signature Copa burgers with fried egg topping to feed hungry event guests.

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Silent Auction to Aid Artists Proves To Be "Artrageous" The Arlington Artists Alliance’s annual “Artrageous” Silent Art Auction was held Nov. 2 at Clarendon gallery. Original paintings by local artists were sold to the public, already framed, at affordable prices. Sculpture, jewelry and ceramics, created by Arlington-based artist members, were also auctioned. Bidders were treated to food and live jazz. All proceeds will benefit the Alliance’s programs.

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1. Bidders check out the original artwork. | 2. Rainy Day Amigos , an oil painting by local artist Jane Coonce, was one of the works auctioned at the event. | 3. Clarendon Gallery member with Rebecca Barber Croft and Rebecca Cross Salzinger. | 4. Volunteers assist bidders at the auction table. | 5. Attendees at the Clarendon Gallery event.

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HUGE TOWER PROJECT APPROVED NEAR AMAZON HEADQUARTERS The Arlington County Board unanimously agreed on greenlighting the development of a mixed-use tower in Pentagon City, not far from Amazon's new headquarters in Crystal City. The tower will be 19-stories and include residential space at 400 11th St. S, where South Eads Street meets Army Navy Drive. The development will include 306 apartments and nearly 11,4000 square feet of commercial space.

“The community’s goals for Crystal City... include a better balance of housing and commercial buildings, more affordable housing in this transit-rich neighborhood and new open space,” said Christian

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Dorsey, County Board chair. “This redevelopment is in keeping with all of those goals.”

Crystal City's first luxury consignment boutique,

The developer has agreed to provide seven

Agents In Style, celebrated its fall grand opening with

two-bedroom and five one-bedroom affordable

a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Arlington

units that will be contractually committed to remain

Chamber of Commerce. Bash Boxing opened its doors

affordable for 30 years. The developer also will

in Ballston Quarter in November. Nook, also located

contribute $1.059 million to the County’s Affordable

in Ballston Quarter, introduced The Shop at Nook, a

Housing Investment Fund. The building will obtain

destination to shop for toys and gifts. Formula Running

a LEED (Leadership in Energy Efficiency and

Center, an indoor running training facility for all levels,

Design) Silver certification as well.

launched in Clarendon in October. VIDA Fitness in Ballston is set to open its doors early this year.

E-SCOOTERS SET TO ROLL AFTER YEAR-LONG STUDY SUPPORTS USE The Arlington County Board approved regulations for e-scooters and other shared micro-mobility devices, following a year-long pilot program.

The regulations, voted on in November, allow e-scooters on county sidewalks, trails, and bike lanes, unless marked.

Motorized scooters and skateboards will have a top speed of 15 mi. per hour, and e-bicycles will have a top speed of 20 mi. per hour on streets and trails.

When operating on public sidewalks, the top speed of all the devices is restricted to six miles per hour.

The devices will not be allowed to operate on sidewalks where a protected bicycle lane is available.

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HISTORIC FIRE STATION REDESIGN PROJECT GETS THUMBS UP

The staff conducted a year-long study to exam-

A 100-year-old Arlington fire station is slated for a

ine the impact of the vehicles on the community.

$16.1 million overhaul. The Arlington County Board

“Our community has a wide variety of opinions

approved a construction plan to replace Fire Station

about e-scooters and e-bikes,” said Christian

No. 8, located at 4845 Lee Highway. Standing for more

Dorsey, Arlington County Board chairman. “But

than a century, the fire station began with the Hall’s Hill

the demonstration project clearly showed these

Volunteer Fire Department that protected the residents

devices are serving a need and add another safer,

of the Hall’s Hill community. For decades, during seg-

more sustainable travel option than driving a car.”

regation, the firehouse was the only Arlington station

Virginia State Code allows unrestricted operation

staffed by African Americans. “This fire station’s jour-

of motorized skateboards and scooters on sidewalks

ney reflects our community’s journey," County Board

unless more restrictive local ordinances are adopted.

Chairman Christian Dorsey said in a statement.

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LOCALLY OWNED

(CON TI N U ED)

IT MAY BE TIME TO CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSET. Online consignment sales are becoming big business, a trend exemplified by websites such as ThredUp and The RealReal.

Now brick-and-mortar luxury consignment boutiques that have digitized their inventory are riding that wave. Tech-savvy resale shops, such as the Current Boutiques in Arlington, are gaining traction among stylish customers in a way that has eluded typical second-hand stores.

The luxury consignment stores are streamlining clothing consignment for busy fashionistas who would like to sell rarely-worn outfits but don’t have time to oversee the process. It’s tough enough to part with five-inch-high Louboutins, even if they are charmingly impractical. Besides launching websites, the boutiques are giving previews of new items on social media sites such as Instagram.

They're also adding software that allows favorite consignors to log on with a personal account and keep track of their loaned goods and sales. Some clients can even download their own photos into the store's online database.

Luxury consignment, or resale, offers a more curated selection of clothing and accessories, chosen for their ability to retain value even after being resold repeatedly. The appeal of upscale consignment is that items, such as Chanel bags or Hermes scarves, that might have been too pricey for some shoppers, are suddenly affordable. Consumers with money are willing to spend more on a Gucci jacket because they know they can recoup part of the cost by consigning it later. Typically, consignment shops split the profits with consignors.

Luxury consignees, such as Finder’s Keeper’s in Westover, have adopted software programs with easy-to-use interfaces for their clients to keep track of their outfits. And keeping tabs on a particular piece is easy at New to You in Falls Church and at Mint Condition in Alexandria because they post new arrivals online.

Meanwhile, Shopify.com allows Delray-based Bellies & Babies, to transform its website into an eCommerce destination for high-end baby clothing and maternity fashions.

At Agents In Style boutique in Crystal City, first-time consignors are given a contract to sign and an online account. Then they can track what is sold, at what price it sells and what percentage they will receive. They also can check their balance at any time. The store pays consignors who are owed more than $50 every two weeks, so no need to field calls from those in need of extra cash.

"I took what I learned from clients and customers and made it into an easier system,” owner Rhoda Wheeler says.

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OPEN HOUSE

H istor ic $2 .6 M Hom e E m bodi es Changi ng Ti m es A PEEK INTO A LYONS VILLAGE CLASSIC

ARTICLE ALYSHA SIDEMAN PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF JETMA

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4 fireplaces

Fully renovated in 2013

A SPRAWLING, HISTORIC HOUSE IN NORTH ARLINGTON IS

This 2½-story, pre-war landmark has nearly 6,000 square feet

BRIMMING WITH ENOUGH NEW TECHNOLOGY TO MAKE IT

of space. Built in 1939 in the Colonial Revival style, it’s listed in the

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National Registry of Historic Places. While stately, a renovation com-

The Lyon Village property sold in August for $2.595 million, a

pleted in 2013 by Robert Morris, an award-winning local architect,

record sale for the neighborhood according to John Eric l Trevor

added modern touches while maintaining the pre-war aesthetic. It

Moore & Associates (JETMA), which is under the Compass umbrella.

was one of his last projects. Robert died a year later at 53.

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OPEN HOUSE

(CON TI N U ED)

The house sports five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, his-and-her walk-in

Robert also gave an enthusiastic nod to conservation and sus-

closets, guest quarters, a bay-window-adorned office and four fireplaces.

tainability. Organic materials were used liberally throughout the

The redesign achieved an elegant mix of old and new with amenities

remodel. The reclaimed wood in the home’s flooring, for example,

such as media rooms, kitchen gadgets and plug-ins. The ceiling was

is debris found at the bottom of the James River, which runs from

raised. A free-standing tub and other spa-like extras were placed in the

the Appalachian Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay. Robert kept the

spacious en-suite. A wall of windows and French doors were installed in

pre-war vibe as much as possible. The stone used in the renovation

the back, allowing a floor-to-ceiling view of the manicured grounds.

was sourced from the same quarry that supplied the original building

The AV-compatible technology appeals to lovers of music and

material more than 80 years ago.

movies. The home theater has a 110-inch screen with HD that

This grand but unassuming home can be found just north of the

rivals commercial cinemas. Speakers are in every room, including

Clarendon Commercial District, between Wilson Boulevard to the

the screened porch and back garden. A sound-buffering system

south and Lee Highway to the north.

insulates each floor.

Lyon Village, a planned upper-middle-class urban community

The enormous chef's kitchen is the heart of the home—a bustling

in the 1930s, is now a quiet, historic district of tree-lined streets

gathering place for friends and family. The renovation stayed true to

and venerable houses. It is difficult to believe this property was

the period but added conveniences such as Sub-Zero appliances,

built the same year Germany invaded Poland, instigating the

a new dishwasher, oven and microwave. A Lacanche French range

beginning of World War II.

was surrounded by handmade wooden cabinets designed by Amish artisans. A wet bar was included on the home's upper level.

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BREAKFAST. A cooking class. A mixed martial arts workout. An art exhibition.

Dinner. A nightcap.

A visitor can get lost in the variety of offerings at Ballston Quarter.

Whether you have a plan or want to wing it, upon arrival, let your mind wander and allow the energy of the place wash over you.

The

indoor-outdoor

formed

from

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center,

former

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Commons Mall, has plenty of restaurants, bars, shops and gyms, along with music, art and cultural events. But you’ll soon find the real attraction is the energy of the place. The area, at Glebe Road and Wilson Boulevard, now has a pulse.

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Besides the shops and activities, it’s also simply a vibrant gathering place to meet friends or just people-watch.

Due in part by the newly infused culture and its main plaza, the real destination here is the entire location.

It is well-documented that today’s shoppers are looking for more than what's available online. They want an experience. Malls are still considered a destination, but it’s because they now offer amenities, experiences and entertainment to enhance the shopping experience.

An easy Uber ride or car trip from most of Arlington, locals can also hop on public transportation after work.

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HOT SPOT

(CON TI N U ED)

The Ballston-MU Station on Washington

BEFORE DINNER, TRY:

Metro's orange and silver lines is just two

+ Bash Boxing

blocks away.

+ Nook

Make no mistake, though; there’s lots to

+ 5 Wits

do. In the Quarter Market, a kind of upscale

+ Gossip

food court with globally inspired dishes, order

+ Francesca's

the noodle bowl as a starter, followed by an

+ Scout & Molly's

authentic South American taco. For dessert,

+ Steadfast Supply

enjoy gourmet ice cream and a specialty

+ Potomac River Running

doughnut to-go. Then work off the calories at

+ DC Lash Bar

the MMA boxing facility, called Bash, or the

+ Whino

newly renovated One-Life Fitness. Stroll down

+ Cookology

to the Whino art gallery, which will feature exhibitions from emerging artists around the world.

From singles to first-time daters to families,

DATE-NIGHT CHOICES: + Cucina Al Volo + True Food Kitchen

there are abundant options for dinner, enter-

+ The Local Oyster

tainment and drinks. Southern gastro-pub

+ Copa Kitchen & Bar

fare, arcade games and karaoke can be found

+ Mi & Yu Noodle Bar

at Punch Bowl Social. You can also plan a

+ Ted's Bulletin

shopping outing with the girls or take the

+ Slapfish

family to Sunday brunch. Find a quiet coffee

FOR DESSERT:

bistro and read, do some work or just marinate in the atmosphere. Everyone can take selfies at Instagram Alley, a pop-up shop that gives away a $25 gift card every month.

Surprisingly, Ballston Quarter remains a

+ District Doughnut + Ice Cream Jubilee YUMMY AND FAST: + Quick Bites + Ballston Service Station

secret to many Arlingtonians, even though

+ French Exit

the $330 million revitalization of the Ballston

+ Maizal

Common Mall was completed earlier this

+ Rice Crook

year. The 530,000-square-foot mall opened

+ Roll'd

in 1951 as Parkinson’s Shopping Center. In

+ Sloppy Mama's BBQ

2016, most businesses closed so the complex

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2. Rinse the beaters of the hand mixer. In a clean, medium-size mixing bowl, whip the solid portion of the canned coconut milk with a hand mixer on medium-high speed for about 1 minute.

Put the whipped coconut cream back into the fridge until step 4.

3. Optional step: Rinse and dry the beaters of the hand mixer. In a clean, medium-size mixing bowl, whip the egg whites with the hand mixer on high until stiff peaks form.

COCOA POWDER

4. Take the coconut cream out of the fridge and whip 1 more time for about 30 seconds on high. Fold the whipped coconut cream into the chocolate mixture with a spatula. (Optional) Next, fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.

5. Serve or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

CHRISTIAN DORSEY ANSWERS THE PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE

ARLINGTON COUNTY BOARD CHAIRMAN ON THE NBA AND HIS MORNING COFFEE

French Novelist Marcel Proust (1871-1922) answered these questions for his fans during parlor games. Similar versions have become synonymous with questions asked to celebrities today. It is said that they were designed “to reveal the deep inner truth of one’s personality."

ARE YOU A MORNING PERSON?

WHAT OCCUPATION WOULD YOU HAVE LIKED TO

Only after ingesting at least 20 ounces of coffee.

EXPERIENCE OTHER THAN YOUR OWN? Basketball coach—after a Hall of Fame career as an NBA player.

WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO LIVE IF YOU COULDN’T RESIDE IN ARLINGTON?

WHAT TO YOUR MIND WOULD BE THE

Hawaii, Hawaii, aka “The Big Island.” I’m a big man; I need

GREATEST MISFORTUNE?

a big island.

Having a life without joy.

WHAT IS YOUR IDEA OF EARTHLY HAPPINESS?

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COLOR?

Experiencing joy every day.

It’s election season—blue all the way.

WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE FICTIONAL HEROES?

WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE WRITERS?

Shuri (from Black Panther) and Tony Stark (from Iron Man).

Jean-Paul Sartre, Suzanne Collins, W.E.B. DuBois

I’ve got two children; it’s Marvel all the time.

WHAT NATURAL GIFT WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE CHARACTERS IN HISTORY?

POSSESS?

Malcolm X and Fannie Lou Hamer. Malcolm demonstrated

Being able to play music by ear.

that we can evolve without losing our gifts, and Fannie Lou personifies persistence in the face of adversity and brutality.

WHAT IS YOUR MOTTO OR FAVORITE QUOTE? “If you don’t know when you have been spit on, it does not

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE MUSICIAN?

matter too much what else you think you know.” –Ruth Shays

Luther Vandross. Even though I can’t sing, I dream of having Luther’s voice!

WHAT IS THE LAST MOVIE YOU SAW? Avengers: Endgame

WHAT QUALITIES DO YOU MOST ADMIRE IN A MAN? The ability to show his vulnerabilities and speak openly

ARE YOU A DOG OR CAT PERSON?

about his feelings.

If my wife is asking, I’m a cat person.

WHAT QUALITIES DO YOU MOST ADMIRE IN A WOMAN?

DO YOU LIKE ANSWERING QUESTIONS?

The willingness to couple with men who don’t show their

As long as someone is interested in my answers.

vulnerabilities or speak openly about their feelings.

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“IF YOU DON’T KNOW WHEN YOU HAVE BEEN SPIT ON, IT DOES NOT MATTER TOO MUCH WHAT ELSE YOU THINK YOU KNOW.” –RUTH SHAYS

ABOUT: Christian Dorsey, an economic policy expert, was re-elected to the Arlington County Board as chairman in 2020, after serving in 2019. He began his stint on the board as an elected member in 2015. Dorsey represents NOVA as a principal board member of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and much more. Lately, backed by the full board, Chairman Dorsey has made many decisions regarding Amazon's headquarters. He is a husband, father of two girls and a community activist. You can learn more about him and his accomplishments on the Arlington County Board website.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

WO R KO U T S F O R YO U R MOODS

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FEELING STRESSED

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JANUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

1

THROUGH FEB 8

artists (including stars of Ink Master,

NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION HIKE

KALEIDOSCOPE EXHIBIT

greets with some of the biggest

Gallery Clarendon

names in the industry. It will be held

2845 North Marcey Road

A national juried exhibition will call on

Jan. 10-11 from 1-11pm and Jan. 12

Do your New Year's resolutions

artists to examine the world through a

from 12-7pm. Tickets sold at the door.

involve

exercise?

kaleidoscope, which can alter and dis-

Kids are welcome.

Being outside more? NOVA Parks

tort reality though its lens. The selected

organized a hike to usher in 2020.

pieces will challenge the viewer to

The participants

the

see the world through a different lens,

trail from 9-10am, beginning at the

challenging perceptions and depict-

nature center.

Potomac Overlook Regional Park,

getting

more

will

walk

The free event is

ing alternate viewpoints. Some works

co-ed and recommended for those

will encapsulate the beauty in seeing

ages 8 and up.

things from a different angle.

Tattoo Nightmares), live entertainment and contests. Plus, meet and

16 HISTORICAL AFFAIRS AND LANDMARK REVIEW BOARD MEETING

The Ellen Bozman Government Center,

1,2,3,4

EVERY MONDAY

A CHORUS LINE

2100 Clarendon Blvd.

The Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board (HALRB) advises the County Board on historic preservation matters. The HALRB nominates

Signature Theater

Winner of nine Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize, A Chorus Line is

OPEN MIC NIGHT

properties for local and national

Busboys and Poets, Shirlington

designation plus reviews plans for

known for its plethora of ballet,

For two hours, audiences can expect a

exterior alterations, demolition and

tap and jazz dance numbers. The

diverse chorus of voices, including an

new construction in locally desig-

musical

real-

array of professional spoken-word per-

nated Arlington historic districts.

life jubilation and defeat perform-

formers, open mic rookies, musicians

Hearings are held monthly on the

ers face when trying to achieve

and new weekly hosts. The poetry

3rd Wednesday from 7:30-9:30pm

greatness on the Broadway stage.

program usually draws a packed

in the Lobby Conference Room of

Visit SigTheater.org for tickets.

house, so get there early. Come with an

Cherry and Dogwood.

showcases

the

open mind and ear. The event is held

EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT UNTIL MARCH

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from 8-10pm and there's a $5 cover.

9 & 23

HOSPITALITY AWARDS

Residence Inn by Marriott,

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

Arlington Capital View

Syphax Education Center

Arlington's hospitality industry will

This month's regular school board

be honored at the 16th Annual

meetings will begin at 7pm, unless

Hospitality Awards, which focuses

Thomas Jefferson Community &

otherwise noted. All meetings take

on those who make the county "a

Fitness Center

place in the Board Room of the

wonderful place to live and visit."

Fun for the entire family, our skate

Syphax Education Center at 2110

Front-line workers in the hospital-

night evening offers a live DJ, moon

Washington Blvd on the second floor.

ity industry --from restaurants and

FAMILY ROLLER SKATING NIGHTS

bounces and a cafe (No outside food, drinks or impromptu parties permitted). Bring your own skates or rent a pair. The price is $2 and $3 with a skate rental. Cash only. Open from 6:30-9:00pm.

tourist attractions to transportation

10,11,12

companies and hotels-- will be rec-

DC TATTOO EXPO

merits. From 7:30-9:30am.

ognized by the Arlington Chamber of Commerce with various awards and

1700 Jefferson Davis Highway

DC

Tattoo

Expo

celebrates

10

years with more than 400 tattoo 32

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REALTY REPORT

REALTY REPORT

ARLINGTON

NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

1881 N Nash St #TS01

$4,750,000

$4,995,000

95%

49

3

4/1

3127 18th St N

$2,795,000

$2,795,000

100%

24

5

5/2

3200 N Abingdon St

$2,700,000

$2,850,000

95%

49

5

5/2

5708 Little Falls Rd N

$2,350,000

$2,449,000

96%

223

6

6/1

4011 26th St N

$2,350,000

$2,375,000

99%

42

5

5/2

$2,111,871

$2,095,000

101%

188

5

4/1

2606 N Fillmore St

$2,050,000

$2,199,000

93%

64

5

4/1

4125 34th St N

$1,975,000

$1,850,000

107%

62

5

5/1

4853 Rock Spring Rd

$1,900,000

$2,139,000

89%

342

6

5/1

4912 34th Rd N

$1,870,000

$1,899,999

98%

22

6

5/1

1724 N Barton St

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4. Palette 22: “The Bottomless Brunch is

things of the month are food; but what do you

fabulous! Make sure that you grab your good

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friends, who all love to eat and try this brunch.

1. All That Yazz Soap: “I am obsessed with all

The service, atmosphere and, of course, the

things pretty and that smell good. This is both!

food are all superb. Make sure you try the

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Arepas and Crab Arepas Benedict.”

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5. BestBuns: “It’s not just their name. The buns are a must. No matter your preference,

2. Kingsbury Chocolate: “I love a good

sweet or savory, they have something for every-

chocolate-covered salted caramel, but the ones

one. I personally love the mini bundt cakes.

you'll find at Kingsbury Chocolate (fleur de sel

When you stop by the Shirlington location, grab

caramel) are divine!”

a bun and a nice hot cup of coffee!”

3. Hanabi Ramen Clarendon: “The Chashu

6. Cheestique: “I have a love affair with

Pork Spicy-Miso Ramen is absolutely delicious. If

cheese that started at a very young age.

you love ramen, this will become one of your faves

Cheestique in Shirlington has the best cheese

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