March 1, 2010
4041 Campbell Ave.
Arlington, VA
703-824-8060

Don’t miss your final chances to see Synetic Family Theatre’s new adaptation of Puss ‘n Boots running until March 13th. This classic fairytale tells the story of a clever cat who puts on a pair of boots that transforms him into an amazing dancer and ultimately leads his master to a life of luxury. Show times are Saturday and Sundays at 12:30 and run time is 1 hour. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

March 2, 2010
Waterview Conference Center - 1919 N Lynn Str
Arlington, VA
703-228-0833

On March 2nd from 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Arlington Economic Development and the Arlington Real Estate Group present a comprehensive performance review of the 2009 Arlington real estate and business markets. The discussion will also include the forecast for 2010, a comparative analysis of other regions, BRAC update, and a Q&A portion. The event will also feature continental breakfast and exhibits. Tickets are $35 and you can register online!

March 2, 2010
2300 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA


Taste at Twenty-Three Hundred is a fun alternative to your usual happy hour on March 2nd from 5:30-8pm, benefiting Bowen McCauley Dance. The event will feature wine and Craft beer tastings, food tastings from Clarendon restaurants including, Me Jana, Java Shack and Toscana Green, performances by Bowen McCauley Dance and live marimba. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.

March 2, 2010
Whitlow’s - 2854 N. Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA


Join many bearded/mustached men (and some women…) to help raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation on March 2nd from 6-10pm! This year promises to be the biggest mustache party yet!

March 3, 2010
223 23rd St.
Arlington, VA
703-412-9430

March 3rd – March 31st, G-40: The Summit, the art exhibit of the year comes to Crystal City! The event will transform the Crystal City office building into a dynamic, contemporary art exhibition space. The G-40 is an artistic interpretation of the G-20 political summit. It will showcase four state-themed flours with ten featured artists and 40 additional artists per floor. This exhibit will also include live mural paintings, resident DJ’s and other exciting experiential elements!

March 5, 2010
Waterview Conference Center - 1919 N Lynn Str
Arlington, VA
703-585-8833

Bustin’ Loose is a 3-day shopping fundraiser and educational outreach to benefit The Lombardi Center's Breast Cancer Research Division. This exciting event features local, regional and national merchants and is perfect for fashionistas seeking the latest trends in clothing, accessories, home décor and unique gifts. The Preview Cocktail Party & Shopping will be held March 5th from 6:30-9:30 and will feature a performance by Trustfall. Tickets are $60 cash at the door. On March 6th and 7th, enjoy an all day shopping extravaganza and entertainment for $8.00 cash donation at the door.

March 5, 2010
Rosslyn Spectrum Theatre - 1611 N Kent St
Arlington , VA
703-228-1843

March 5th – 7th, join The Opera Theatre of Northern Virginia in celebrating the art of tango through opera, song and dance! Shows will be held at 8:00pm on Friday and Saturday, and at 3:00pm on Sunday.

March 6, 2010
Thomas Jefferson Community Center
Arlington, VA
703-863-5919

Come to the Thomas Jefferson Community Center March 6th & 7th for the Arlington Red Cross’ March Mania Basketball tournament! It’s a fun event for the whole family with lots going on both on the courts and off! There are spots for 24 teams, so register online now! If you don’t want to play, there will be a children’s activity area, silent auction, and “team fan award,” for the team with the cheering best fans! All proceeds benefit the Arlington County chapter of the American Red Cross.

March 13, 2010
2051 North Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA
703-415-0277

Run the inaugural Four Courts Four Miler and celebrate St. Patty’s in great shape! This event is brought to you by Pacers Events and is hosted by Ireland’s Four Courts Pub who will be throwing a post-race party. The race begins and ends at Ireland’s Four Courts and takes runners down Wilson Boulevard and Route 110. Start time is 9am. Register ASAP this event is filling up fast!

March 15, 2010
1025 N. Fillmore St.
Arlington, VA
703-243-9465

On Monday, March 15th at 7pm American Flatbread will be hosting their second beer dinner! The dinner consists of a welcome pint and a 4-course meal paired with 4 Clipper City Heavy Seas Beers, a Baltimore based brewery. Tickets are $50/person. Please call American Flatbread to reserve your seat and visit AmericanFlatbread.com to view the full menu!

March 16, 2010
Wilson Blvd. & Barton St.
Arlington, VA
703-812-8881

I’m sure many of you were disappointed when the annual Clarendon/Court House Mardi Gras Parade was canceled due to Snowpocalypse 2010. In its place, however, The Clarendon Alliance is holding the first ever St. Patrick’s Day Parade at 8pm on March 16th! The parade route will begin at Wilson Blvd. and Barton St. and will make its way down Wilson, ending at the Clarendon Metro. Expect to see the same great floats, costumes and marching bands! Rumor has it that if the parade is a success, it may become an annual event!

March 17, 2010
3650 S. Glebe Rd.
Arlington, VA
703-414-3555

St. Paddy’s at McGinty’s will be a day of song and dance! From 3-7pm Mix 107.3 will be broadcasting live. From 5-9pm, a traditional Irish band (literally flown in straight from Ireland) will be performing. There will be additional live music from 9pm-close. The rest of the night will include green beer, limited food menu and Irish dancing.

March 17, 2010
134 N. Courthouse Rd.
Arlington, VA
703-243-4003

St. Patrick’s Day activities at Ragtime include an array of festivities and great drink specials. The day will feature $3 Green beer, $3 McSorley’s Irish black lager, $2.50 Miller Lite drafts, $6 Coors Light buckets, and $5 Red Bull and vodkas. They will be serving traditional Irish food all day long and Covered With Jam, a rock band, will perform from 9:30pm-1:30am.

March 18, 2010
5500 Columbia Pike
Arlington, VA
703-892-2776

March 18th, from 8:00-9:30am join the Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization for their breakfast gathering of the Columbia Pike Business Opportunity Network. This FREE event, co-presented by CPRO and AED’s BizLaunch, offers entrepreneurs an opportunity to meet other local business people, promote their own businesses and develop new contacts. Engage in a productive business networking experience, while enjoying the elegant interiors of the newly delivered 55Hundred Apartment Complex. Please register online or email pholcomb@columbiapike.org.

March 20, 2010
4301 Wilson Blvd. in Ballston
Arlington, VA
703-228-6427

Saturday, March 20th from 10am – 4pm Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment (ACE) will be sponsoring a Green Living Expo. The Expo will feature green suppliers, products from local and national businesses, and exhibits and seminars from government agencies and nonprofits. The Expo will also include seminars, a raffle, and plenty of activities for children. It is family-friendly and free and open to the general public.

March 24, 2010
1101 South Joyce Street, Suite B29
Arlington, VA
703-415-4861

Join Hudson Trail Outfitter professionals on March 24th from 7:00 pm-8:30 pm for their FREE Spring Bike Tune Up Basics Class. You will learn everything you need to know to keep you bike in mint condition including, how to tighten the headset, adjust the rear brakes and much more. There is no admission fee, but seating is limited. Call today and reserve your spot.

March 26, 2010
Crystal City Shops
Arlington, VA


Tossed & Found is The Junior League of Washington's largest annual spring fundraiser event scheduled for March 26-28 at the Crystal City Shops. It is a three-day sale offering more than 3,000 bargain shoppers quality pre-owned housewares, fashions, books, sporting goods, electronics, and furniture at bargain prices. All proceeds benefit the JLW’s targeted grants and community programs.