tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18476831832868098172024-03-16T01:34:22.136-04:00Clarendon NightsBill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comBlogger1132125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-45773601502259743192024-02-28T22:06:00.007-05:002024-03-16T01:33:50.242-04:00Changing nightlife scenes in Clarendon<p> Here is a quick run down of recent changes to our local bars and stages:</p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-KybI5gmvdRxf4VKPg-YNAKp8QYe7jUNp2paHoH_v1iFBiL0Rq1v-mfDtUFrupz-3MX6H6uFQ4GabMdl95Xs6-cJQ0AAkxoJbShivUaNMNRuOQxnBYecBzHQF_TWVTig2djTnZpf-nku17qrUbKveWIZErKFlhSTCHftyPvc4sketUak5V9YZoIdrMvsb/s4000/20240126_215259.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="3000" height="243" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-KybI5gmvdRxf4VKPg-YNAKp8QYe7jUNp2paHoH_v1iFBiL0Rq1v-mfDtUFrupz-3MX6H6uFQ4GabMdl95Xs6-cJQ0AAkxoJbShivUaNMNRuOQxnBYecBzHQF_TWVTig2djTnZpf-nku17qrUbKveWIZErKFlhSTCHftyPvc4sketUak5V9YZoIdrMvsb/w182-h243/20240126_215259.jpg" width="182" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Former Pinemoor window</td></tr></tbody></table><b>Mister Days</b><p></p><p>The most exciting recent news is the owners of previous Mister Days may be taking over the Pinemoor space! This location was originally home to the much missed Clarendon Grill, which along with Whitlows and Mister Days formed the backbone of late night casual Clarendon night life. Now with Pinemoor gone, this large space on Highland Street has been empty for since last summer. It's biggest feature is the hidden outdoor patio in the rear accessible by street. </p><p><b>Arlington Rooftop Bar and Grill</b></p><p>To no one's surprise, the uninspiringly named Rooftop near Courthouse has officially closed according to <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2024/03/15/rooftop-bar-grill-in-courthouse-closes-permanently-as-landlord-looks-for-new-tenant/" target="_blank">ARLNow</a>. When this place was more active in the mid 2010's it was known for a slightly older crowd or sometimes a "cougar bar" in the summer. Not sure what will replace it, but it would be just far enough away from the main strip of Clarendon to make it tough to find a reason to go out there.</p><b><div><b><br /></b></div>B Live</b><p></p><p></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNHm_nuqF99tgdGwMNZlUG4kZnhC-oIJ2OBQ14BR1KFPytVquW2sf9ldkQq95nved2FTf_Ggmxy2O4QCv37pA4JTRKpG7OW4xJ5qz5Qr3xJ2VVgFp48SplCkkUxzm6x5QmJjlPf5rs1iTZvpLteWwJmM4HA_9tLMb3fUjhEpBYCI1hy0Pfr1nL1XRt_Tsc/s1000/20240126_220213.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNHm_nuqF99tgdGwMNZlUG4kZnhC-oIJ2OBQ14BR1KFPytVquW2sf9ldkQq95nved2FTf_Ggmxy2O4QCv37pA4JTRKpG7OW4xJ5qz5Qr3xJ2VVgFp48SplCkkUxzm6x5QmJjlPf5rs1iTZvpLteWwJmM4HA_9tLMb3fUjhEpBYCI1hy0Pfr1nL1XRt_Tsc/s320/20240126_220213.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">B Live is closed for now</td></tr></tbody></table>I loved<a href="https://www.bliveva.com/" target="_blank"> B Live</a> when it opened almost <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2022/05/10/b-live-opening-this-week-in-the-former-whitlows-space/" target="_blank">2 years ago in the corner of the old Whitlows space</a>. It had a great combination of live music, zany drinks, and games in a bright neon decor. After opening its sister venue <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2022/08/31/tropical-glam-bar-coco-bs-set-to-open-this-fall-on-the-roof-of-whitlows-former-home/" target="_blank">Coco B's next door</a> and on the rooftop, B Live redecorated a year later to focus on a beachy theme with a bigger emphasis on bar games. <p></p><p>B Live hasn't reopened since Christmas and I'm hoping the owners will take another shot at redecorating or a new theme, as I love this fun live music spot. Coco B's seems to be doing great now, with a full loud brunch crowd on the weekends and a rooftop that will open again soon in Spring.</p><p><b>Pamplona</b></p><p>After 6 years in Clarendon, <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2023/11/28/pamplona-in-clarendon-set-to-close-next-month/" target="_blank">Pamplona closed last December</a>. It wasn't a surprise as the owners announced it to the public a month ahead of time. The small Spanish restaurant was a huge improvement over the previous SoBe, which was the worst "restaurant" ever in the area. I liked Pamplon and have great memories there from Halloween 2019 when the small space was packed with dancing and costumes. You will be missed Pamplona!</p><p><b>Chicken and Whiskey</b></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgib1ve2AicNsZzWEkRfu6TcHQuuOYvDzizVBQ6hHY_WnLT6ZdO_iFoOm1H7MfrML0HciPSC4MC7ECQQFLTvze-eMgfse5tLrge2tKiaizeEfCJjSJfQn4wKU-RzQ39k7oYeowNt-8jhSJmq30mM5K-cFky0fDrx1z4MYoQT1GOEIPcKsVaGoEC-AyH0lww/s1000/20240126_215736.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgib1ve2AicNsZzWEkRfu6TcHQuuOYvDzizVBQ6hHY_WnLT6ZdO_iFoOm1H7MfrML0HciPSC4MC7ECQQFLTvze-eMgfse5tLrge2tKiaizeEfCJjSJfQn4wKU-RzQ39k7oYeowNt-8jhSJmq30mM5K-cFky0fDrx1z4MYoQT1GOEIPcKsVaGoEC-AyH0lww/s320/20240126_215736.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chicken and Whiskey</td></tr></tbody></table><p></p><p>The owners have "temporarily closed" for the season. Read more about this on ArlNow. I'm not missing the food side of this place as there are better and cheaper Peruvian charcoal rotisserie chicken places like Pollo Rico nearby. I will miss the bar side with it's arcade machines and darts and fun cocktails. This location doesn't get a lot of foot traffic especially after the infamous and much missed Hunan One left.</p><p><b>Iota</b></p><p>An honorable mention on this list is the former space of Iota at Wilson Blvd next to CoCoB's and B Live. Vacated in 2018 and only the facade remains. Inside is still rubble with no plans for a new tenant yet from The Clarendon Crossing group. My heart still hurts for this loss to the local live music scene. </p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-67145618956180398062023-12-16T11:35:00.004-05:002023-12-16T11:36:13.268-05:00Bad Santa Bar Crawl at BLive<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVmdKd_GIDQKoHbuk2beBa6cQnuqG4pfNPcTX5kjoMGOLo-ig627PaKrSYTmElXsJBMIZFm9ODpV4VgRNru_hu0Uo-o7cqd0Mib9hqhUVs0BLjNi_Cnz1j3H_sLGyxEYfWqt-JSu74c8KKmxtknQxf7Hk2qoRiR0sD3xoxFniSjb7nr4OhNW91um5m1QTS/s1080/Screenshot_20231215-185248~2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1043" data-original-width="1080" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVmdKd_GIDQKoHbuk2beBa6cQnuqG4pfNPcTX5kjoMGOLo-ig627PaKrSYTmElXsJBMIZFm9ODpV4VgRNru_hu0Uo-o7cqd0Mib9hqhUVs0BLjNi_Cnz1j3H_sLGyxEYfWqt-JSu74c8KKmxtknQxf7Hk2qoRiR0sD3xoxFniSjb7nr4OhNW91um5m1QTS/s320/Screenshot_20231215-185248~2.png" width="320" /></a></div>This Saturday, Dec 16 the Bad Santa Bar Crawl is coming to Clarendon at <a href="https://www.bliveva.com/" target="_blank">Blive</a>, <a href="https://www.clarendonballroomva.com/" target="_blank">Ballroom</a>, <a href="https://pamplonava.com/" target="_blank">Pamplona</a>! Get on your silliest and most festive Santa costumes and ugly sweaters from 3 to 10pm (ticket pickup ends at 5pm at BLive). <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bad-santa-bar-crawl-clarendon-tickets-497441108747" target="_blank">Tickets are $14 day of</a>, or $19 for a "fast pass". You'll receive your Bad Santa Mug (for the first few hundred crawlers) and wristband. If you can't make it by 6pm, have a friend present your ticket and pick everything up for you.<p></p><p>Drink Specials:</p><p>$3 Beer</p><p>$4 Grinch Shooters</p><p>$5 Mixed Drinks</p><p>$8 Miracle Punch</p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.com2854 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201, USA38.8886222 -77.092914210.578388363821155 -112.2491642 67.198856036178853 -41.936664199999996tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-64172769470102234782023-11-21T23:01:00.003-05:002023-11-21T23:10:04.852-05:00Restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2023<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFRPuv7z3HfOsEVSdt43TgR3LNRkvd2BF1EcWQ7urjHZUOKPkyNG-oWbaDR3uF8d9dPE2UxHkNr_cfJLgdko9MUYgQGx4vOQPEeCzrTzk-U1TLOoeVuXE03yCEJk8nZZcK98K9cWCvgLeLwpZvD0KJiHlOl4ZNpi2Ee4j6s7Kol4XDNvBhvq-fM2yTvg72/s958/thanksgiving%20eve%202023.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="958" data-original-width="708" height="385" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFRPuv7z3HfOsEVSdt43TgR3LNRkvd2BF1EcWQ7urjHZUOKPkyNG-oWbaDR3uF8d9dPE2UxHkNr_cfJLgdko9MUYgQGx4vOQPEeCzrTzk-U1TLOoeVuXE03yCEJk8nZZcK98K9cWCvgLeLwpZvD0KJiHlOl4ZNpi2Ee4j6s7Kol4XDNvBhvq-fM2yTvg72/w284-h385/thanksgiving%20eve%202023.JPG" width="284" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;">Want to get out of the house on Thanksgiving or don't want to cook yourself? <a href="https://patch.com/virginia/arlington-va/whats-open-closed-thanksgiving-2023-arlington" target="_blank">Patch.com has a great list of everything open this Thursday</a>. Here is a <a href="https://patch.com/virginia/arlington-va/arlington-restaurants-open-thanksgiving-day-2023" target="_blank">run down of places to eat</a>:</span><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Texas Jack's Barbecue </b>11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.</li><li><b>Ambar Clarendon</b> 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for brunch and from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. for dinner.</li><li><b>Buena Vida 1</b>0 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.</li><li><b>Gyu-Kaku</b> 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.</li><li><b>Liberty Tavern</b> Noon to 9 p.m.</li><li><b>Mazaro Italian Restaurant</b> 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.</li><li><b>Green Pig Bistro</b> 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.</li><li><b>Lyon Hall </b>10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.</li></ul><div>For nightlife the night before the big day, check out Twenty Dollar Prophet at<a href="http://www.osullivansirishpub.com/" target="_blank"> O'Sullivans</a> 9:30pm or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clarendonballroom_va/?hl=en" target="_blank">Clarendon Ballroom's</a> Thanksgiving Eve Bash with DJ Phlipz and Will Gralley.</div><p></p></div>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-84387247532623884612023-08-24T21:07:00.001-04:002023-08-24T21:07:28.340-04:00Ballroom on the Block street festival<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9cIWtGSFnex1-dxY9B9q6X6wFR7jAg9yVVCn59CnkPJIaeEq3BK7cER6WxGLkVmQGGwbh8_18lTIpocsSP1J40ZfF-z3YX8PmoxXYU20jgaQ0Zvk_sSGSAc6qhx2_-lZ3Yx1JzkSfzeI7HJevOX9bJ8aqaziZbvREdmJirDJLslwgzTJhmVv6AxIG1yZp/s1214/ballroom%20on%20the%20block%202023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1214" data-original-width="1162" height="386" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9cIWtGSFnex1-dxY9B9q6X6wFR7jAg9yVVCn59CnkPJIaeEq3BK7cER6WxGLkVmQGGwbh8_18lTIpocsSP1J40ZfF-z3YX8PmoxXYU20jgaQ0Zvk_sSGSAc6qhx2_-lZ3Yx1JzkSfzeI7HJevOX9bJ8aqaziZbvREdmJirDJLslwgzTJhmVv6AxIG1yZp/w369-h386/ballroom%20on%20the%20block%202023.JPG" width="369" /></a></div><a href="https://www.instagram.com/clarendonballroom_va/?hl=en" target="_blank">Clarendon Ballroom</a> is throwing their first ever street party on September 23 which will feature live DJs, beer garden, outdoor grill, and games. Ballroom will be taking over N. Irving Street between O'Sullivan's and Liberty Tavern from 2pm to 10pm that Saturday and then for an after party on all of Ballroom's levels and rooftop continues until 2am. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ballroom-on-the-block-tickets-704724298347?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank">Tickets are $10 now and go up to $30 </a>the week of the event. <br /><p></p><p>What to expect:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Epic Outdoor Mainstage Production</li><li>Local electronic DJs all day including </li><li>Outdoor Beer Garden</li><li>Food Stands</li><li>Outdoor grill and BBQ</li><li>Multiple Bars</li><li>Kandi Making Station</li><li>Carnival treats</li><li>Games including cornhole, water pong, giant jenga, ring toss</li><li>Local Vendors</li><li>Outdoor Lounges</li><li>Giveaways</li></ul><p></p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-5865508409888640372023-01-24T23:07:00.001-05:002023-01-24T23:07:11.869-05:00Lyon Hall double Restaurant Week<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI9Ahsyyvzit0lGqzF6vXM7fd26xluogZtP-NetG13UDCzAb7_KRlxb_q-dGiq_T-aLcclXzy_YK0_xZ53tJoEZ_A8B5zxkVHthStfVtdWHcSr1UDG_OSfXhXtGJp5pe2PHX9bI8PVM_iUmVTG94iJEHdsSBMOq1jULSBlUBNJ20Kj6_Zb2X4NyRurLA/s900/lyonhall%20restaurant%20week%202023.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="900" height="405" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI9Ahsyyvzit0lGqzF6vXM7fd26xluogZtP-NetG13UDCzAb7_KRlxb_q-dGiq_T-aLcclXzy_YK0_xZ53tJoEZ_A8B5zxkVHthStfVtdWHcSr1UDG_OSfXhXtGJp5pe2PHX9bI8PVM_iUmVTG94iJEHdsSBMOq1jULSBlUBNJ20Kj6_Zb2X4NyRurLA/w405-h405/lyonhall%20restaurant%20week%202023.jpg" width="405" /></a></div><a href="https://www.lyonhallarlington.com/" target="_blank">Lyon Hall</a> is extending their restaurant week again this year for two consecutive weeks from January 16 through the 29th. They continue to offer their full menu for restaurant week instead of just having a limited menu that most places offer. Make <a href="https://www.opentable.com/restref/client/?restref=43540&lang=en-US&ot_source=Restaurant%20website&ot_campaign=Restaurant_Week_Jan22&corrid=781c5027-93ce-466d-a746-6ca24743c656" target="_blank">reservations by Open Table</a> or call them at 703-741-7636.<p></p><p>Dinner: $40 </p><p>Lunch: $25 (Fridays Only)</p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-25477396224085899842023-01-21T23:07:00.003-05:002023-01-24T23:22:46.693-05:00Justin Trawick's giant birthday show at Pearl Street Warehouse<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8spQR5ltDDgplm6QU3VTavGpr_V_vEN9IfxPskwldeJTWRsQPk649zPcIGswBJUEt9tpt6djSpM-0RvJBlnKHHOsKukF0wmWkj5-PaZ0JSeqSiZPdmIH-U_SH99hJyn50JaOa8hZv4CePhOhGyxTMSdbU2bUHc30D4DtWxV1PlM4ju6bUdABXQRxFpQ/s1977/PXL_20230122_033603593~2.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1866" data-original-width="1977" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8spQR5ltDDgplm6QU3VTavGpr_V_vEN9IfxPskwldeJTWRsQPk649zPcIGswBJUEt9tpt6djSpM-0RvJBlnKHHOsKukF0wmWkj5-PaZ0JSeqSiZPdmIH-U_SH99hJyn50JaOa8hZv4CePhOhGyxTMSdbU2bUHc30D4DtWxV1PlM4ju6bUdABXQRxFpQ/w384-h362/PXL_20230122_033603593~2.jpg" width="384" /></a></div> Amazing show at <a href="https://www.pearlstreetwarehouse.com/" target="_blank">Pearl Street Warehouse</a> for <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv xzsf02u x1s688f" href="https://www.facebook.com/justintrawick?__tn__=-]K*F" role="link" tabindex="0"><span class="xt0psk2">Justin Lawrence Trawick</span></a> 's birthday with the Common Good, Kentucky Avenue, GriefCat, Courtney King and many other musicians! This was Justin's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/532472462068318/" target="_blank">12th Annual 29th Birthday Show</a> and was the biggest one yet with a full house at the Wharf DC venue. I especially loved the four comedic songs by GriefCat which had the crowd roaring at "Sexy Sea Shanty" and "Cryptobro."<p></p><p>You can view a live recording of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnSAwkixDP4&ab_channel=JustinTrawick" target="_blank">Justin and The Common Good performing <i>Back of the Line </i>at Pearl Street on Youtube.</a> </p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-19399512144904086852022-08-24T23:11:00.004-04:002022-08-24T23:11:35.559-04:00Rosslyn Jazz Fest 2022<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMdavQ_kjcN38Dh68XNR9OFHGgkLN5RJ9-006SjPkAOKjgNX_AuB6IKKzmgU7-_aEBVPWMhrb6oR96YFcE7zri8Z0eRZ9vLXvFGi4LeVUf2z9lnkiUCpIr1kFEyURs6YsGO7gZYPVfuS3pWkUlrZshA0tf4ZKGk-gNvXMkQwjwq5J0uPskZnS1LmgP4w/s2500/jazzfest2022.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2500" data-original-width="1556" height="583" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMdavQ_kjcN38Dh68XNR9OFHGgkLN5RJ9-006SjPkAOKjgNX_AuB6IKKzmgU7-_aEBVPWMhrb6oR96YFcE7zri8Z0eRZ9vLXvFGi4LeVUf2z9lnkiUCpIr1kFEyURs6YsGO7gZYPVfuS3pWkUlrZshA0tf4ZKGk-gNvXMkQwjwq5J0uPskZnS1LmgP4w/w363-h583/jazzfest2022.jpg" width="363" /></a></div>The annual <a href="https://www.rosslynva.org/do/rosslyn-jazz-fest-2022" target="_blank">Rosslyn Jazz Fest</a> is back on Saturday September 10! From 1 to 7pm this free festival will feature four musical acts: Cimafunk, Mwenso and The Shakes, Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, and Groove Orchestra. Drop by Rosslyn at Gateway Park for an afternoon of music, food trucks, yard games, community table experiences, and tons of fun in partnership with <a href="https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/Programs/Arts" target="_blank">Arlington Arts</a>.<p></p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-47011642195029460612022-07-12T20:08:00.007-04:002022-07-13T20:17:39.181-04:00Renegade Writers' Round<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUfa4AisKTFmYwyXMFmRspsR56oXwEStMGLSzrTIs6njyQwHcW6vYyla_cm-ObwuTh1Or2i9Mu8OrDhmBD4kZAXOJ-mn4KaO9iJeLmi_DESRceurASTk29cM_UWqB1ZvyUTE2b0eivA1AQuk41omMmy4m9h2SXdu5-raNBIlfZHXXL--mCmYlPs0cESA/s1080/Screenshot_20220712-204518.png" style="clear: right; display: inline !important; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1080" height="316" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUfa4AisKTFmYwyXMFmRspsR56oXwEStMGLSzrTIs6njyQwHcW6vYyla_cm-ObwuTh1Or2i9Mu8OrDhmBD4kZAXOJ-mn4KaO9iJeLmi_DESRceurASTk29cM_UWqB1ZvyUTE2b0eivA1AQuk41omMmy4m9h2SXdu5-raNBIlfZHXXL--mCmYlPs0cESA/s320/Screenshot_20220712-204518.png" width="320" /></a></p>This Tuesday July 17 starting 8pm the <a href="https://independentvenueweek.com/us/" target="_blank">Independent Venue Week</a> continues at <a href="https://www.renegadeva.com/" target="_blank">The Renegade</a>! Three local musicians take turns showcasing their original songs while also giving talking about the creative process behind their art. Following the featured artists is an open mic night with names drawn on the spot. <p></p><div>Don't miss this night with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justinabeth_el/" target="_blank">Justina Beth-El</a>, <a href="https://bandcamp.com/tag/nate-holt" target="_blank">Nate Holt</a> and <a href="https://jontylerwiley.com/" target="_blank">Jon Tyler Wiley</a>!</div>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-39186358831640533922022-05-11T01:29:00.002-04:002022-05-11T23:28:45.192-04:00B Live replaces Whitlows with more live music<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYD1AFiVgNGjsy5X_XSMKWA1Gaefue2kV8HmADkmOCfFGVQG92nLzzmsm_4h7mFHpqy2WwRnWIii2CHAFqH_a49XPIirmNtFgLNBX3qHl2BN9jObthRht88Am07zDdNoAI41syysde4SIrBkGEmmihgqP577YuSMGdzKvJUfF2X75zTuqzvLfeiGAGOg/s600/PXL_20220511_174100914_small.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="451" data-original-width="600" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYD1AFiVgNGjsy5X_XSMKWA1Gaefue2kV8HmADkmOCfFGVQG92nLzzmsm_4h7mFHpqy2WwRnWIii2CHAFqH_a49XPIirmNtFgLNBX3qHl2BN9jObthRht88Am07zDdNoAI41syysde4SIrBkGEmmihgqP577YuSMGdzKvJUfF2X75zTuqzvLfeiGAGOg/s320/PXL_20220511_174100914_small.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>This Thursday May 12 an exciting new venue is opening in Clarendon called <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bliveva" target="_blank">B Live</a>! The owners of The Lot and Clarendon Pop-Up Bar are bringing back more live music options to the former Whitlow's space. The interior is reimagined in colorful bulb lights with diner-like black and white tile floors, which is a complete departure from Whitlow's previous casual Irish bar atmosphere. A welcome addition is the remodeled stage which promises to host live bands five nights a week. After last weekend's soft opening, owners Mike and Bramson will have Bryen O'Boyle as the headlining musician. <p></p><p>Read more details about B Live at <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2022/05/10/b-live-opening-this-week-in-the-former-whitlows-space/" target="_blank">ARLNow</a> and <a href="https://dc.eater.com/2022/5/9/23060414/live-music-venue-diy-bloody-mary-bar-b-live-clarendon" target="_blank">Eater DC</a>.</p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.com2854 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201, USA38.8886222 -77.092914210.578388363821155 -112.2491642 67.198856036178853 -41.936664199999996tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-23055373606669813522022-04-20T22:55:00.001-04:002022-04-20T22:55:24.733-04:00Music by the Metro<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.clarendon.org/music-by-the-metro/" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="792" data-original-width="793" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOb2Nkode9415oHUSeJQjgl-unTL3dM3xglTbCMLpDYZ9WZZc3scbyWcnWXFqxrBGf4UyYtx-UQcJneTl7QwDX939ziOTkGBKa9CLjlRcKDavQmrOoV1E6Rk1h5cdxgSwaPxYebFB1VJH5F0WbzbE_TffczYHqHMd2wQhG6DCNm1bJyQ37QNqGwkDuCw/s320/ClarendonConcertSeries_SocialSq_R1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The Clarendon Alliance is bringing back free concerts with <a href="https://www.clarendon.org/music-by-the-metro/" target="_blank">Music by the Metro</a> starting tonight, April 20. Every Wednesday night starting 5:30pm until May 11 there will be a different musician at Clarendon Metro.<p></p><p>April 20 - Bobby Thompson</p><p>April 27 - JoGo Project</p><p>May 4 - Phil Kominski & The Breakaways</p><p>May 11 - NKULA</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-89520301599362455022022-03-01T22:29:00.001-05:002022-03-01T22:29:25.832-05:00Standup Comedy for Ukraine at O'Sullivans<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTKuYmZUSHlWSaoOYNABnSbdYeD56JXwbZ-8auw04_7UI1IM9uL3n7Bp4zr0Rp4BgH1n3WUQV_Y4hQbBbJ2uc5fpBdZBJv31TU-LAiWSL-OOIgBfMKIK6NGn0avCuSIUKSDjvvNo1f-0328yP5eMmAM-kreUto0p9JjiJV2lIkl14gnXy0lWoTbA0lPA=s1090" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1090" data-original-width="1080" height="387" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTKuYmZUSHlWSaoOYNABnSbdYeD56JXwbZ-8auw04_7UI1IM9uL3n7Bp4zr0Rp4BgH1n3WUQV_Y4hQbBbJ2uc5fpBdZBJv31TU-LAiWSL-OOIgBfMKIK6NGn0avCuSIUKSDjvvNo1f-0328yP5eMmAM-kreUto0p9JjiJV2lIkl14gnXy0lWoTbA0lPA=w383-h387" width="383" /></a></div>Clarendon's Irish pub <a href="http://osullivansirishpub.com/" target="_blank">O'Sullivan's </a>is continuing their weekly standup comedy series every Thursday with a <i><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-jokes-not-war-dmv-comedy-benefit-for-ukraine-tickets-276899151817?aff=ebdsoporgprofile" target="_blank">Make Jokes, Not War!</a> </i>event to benefit <a href="https://help.rescue.org/donate/ukraine-acq" target="_blank">Ukrainian refugees</a>. The 7:30pm comedy show is $15 and 50% of all sales will go to help "mobilize resources and partners to assist those who are vulnerable and displaced." in Ukraine. Hosted by <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/o/jon-yeager-5873686999" target="_blank">Jon Yeager</a>, the night has three teams (DC, MD, VA) go head- to head- to head in a battle for local comedy supremacy. A special guest closes out the show while the hosts tabulate the votes.<p></p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.com3207 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201, USA38.8862095 -77.097250511.948531121503827 -112.2535005 65.82388787849618 -41.9410005tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-85133174909694644962021-07-20T01:10:00.004-04:002021-07-20T01:10:45.742-04:00Bands and Brews on the Boulevard<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWvZRotgHFUegPi4-YmzlWvTQFDDHdj8Fn8lzLv7lzPlsx7FmJrtjM0GOJukF1fzhuvv3lrPmSzm8AkFtPwfXJCb5Fsr9R04dlfLCS1fikCy_-Xq7cVGmP096CN9cfbuQICNRPrc6xDv7/s538/boulevard2021.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="422" data-original-width="538" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWvZRotgHFUegPi4-YmzlWvTQFDDHdj8Fn8lzLv7lzPlsx7FmJrtjM0GOJukF1fzhuvv3lrPmSzm8AkFtPwfXJCb5Fsr9R04dlfLCS1fikCy_-Xq7cVGmP096CN9cfbuQICNRPrc6xDv7/s320/boulevard2021.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> Outdoor music festivals are back for Ballston this Saturday July 24 with the <a href="https://www.ballstonva.org/bbb/" target="_blank">Bands and Brews on the Boulevard</a>! The event is free to attend but you will need to <a href="https://www.ballstonva.org/bbb/tickets/" target="_blank">buy tickets for the beer, wine and cocktails</a>. You can also donate to the <a href="https://ballstonbusinessimprovementdistrictbid.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/qPYbYDRL?mode=Attendee" target="_blank">Ballston Bartender Relief Fund</a>. All day music is provided at two stages:<br /><p></p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Wilson boulevard stage</b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">DJ Touch Basis | 11:00 am – 8:00 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Andrew Savoia and Fordson Labs | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.turtlerecallmusic.com/" target="_blank">Turtle Recall</a> | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Junkfood | 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Popstar Drive | 3:45 pm – 5:15 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Aztec Sun | 5:45 pm – 7:00 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Bobby McKeys dueling pianos | 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Welburn square stage</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Avant Bard Theatre | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Lucia Valentine | 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm<o:p></o:p></p><br /><p></p>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-13405512186999194252021-07-19T23:44:00.003-04:002021-07-19T23:44:56.998-04:00Ballston Cars and Coffee<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoVqRQ8SHylyufU9n_qxad601nis7Kd1dqY4WnwTNLEccT1Ayl18sX0pPsoRHn-5ZvCYeF5hPhyphenhyphenn9z5ZSa8KKazTxJG5m_J8c2yXJRba-UEtHflaJ_xdMuYkC8kopiSrwIz7faxLMwpAV0/s1561/carsandcoffee2021.png" style="clear: right; display: block; float: right; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" height="423" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoVqRQ8SHylyufU9n_qxad601nis7Kd1dqY4WnwTNLEccT1Ayl18sX0pPsoRHn-5ZvCYeF5hPhyphenhyphenn9z5ZSa8KKazTxJG5m_J8c2yXJRba-UEtHflaJ_xdMuYkC8kopiSrwIz7faxLMwpAV0/w319-h423/carsandcoffee2021.png" style="height: 327px; width: 246px;" width="319" /></a></div>Start off this Saturday July 24 morning with <a href="https://www.ballstonva.org/carsandcoffee/" target="_blank">Ballston's Cars And Coffee</a> event from 8am to 11am. It's a car show in the 3901 Fairfax Drive parking lot with free doughnuts, coffee and live music by Memphis Gold, Bobby Thompson & Jenny Langer, and Karen Jonas. Stick around Ballston afterwards for the B<a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2021/06/28/street-pub-with-live-music-will-take-over-wilson-blvd-in-july/" target="_blank">ands and Brews on the Boulevard</a> outdoor music event!Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-38417222678537638832021-05-15T01:27:00.009-04:002021-05-15T01:36:20.775-04:00Ballston Quarterfest Crawl<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9jTKkx59hjmK0zGLAS5eZDK9BXRKJ-KPvYfB65w65rLh_MypFpEGoFqRP9N8P1FB0dAHmYhfQlvUfQSudvfOPEt1TaoN2c1p74MGlWGcHs3OKN_hclofApgt3AdTrKLUaXUU4xP8GSBTM/s403/quarterfest2021.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="403" data-original-width="373" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9jTKkx59hjmK0zGLAS5eZDK9BXRKJ-KPvYfB65w65rLh_MypFpEGoFqRP9N8P1FB0dAHmYhfQlvUfQSudvfOPEt1TaoN2c1p74MGlWGcHs3OKN_hclofApgt3AdTrKLUaXUU4xP8GSBTM/s320/quarterfest2021.JPG" /></a><br />This year the annual <a href="https://www.quarterfestballston.org/" target="_blank">Ballston Quarterfest</a>, formally the Taste of Arlington, is back on Saturday May 15 with an emphasis on being safe and socially distant in this outdoor event. Besides food and drink specials from local restaurants, events include a scavenger hunt, <a href="https://www.quarterfestballston.org/entertainment" target="_blank">live music</a>, and giant-sized games. This dog friendly event goes from noon to 7pm throughout Ballston from Glebe to North Quincy Street. This event also benefits BallstonGives for the Homeward Trails Animal Rescue.<br><br> Live music includes:<br>
DJ Purnell - 12:00<br>
Karen Joanas - 12:00<br>
Leon City Sounds - 12:00<br>
The Jared Stout Duo - 1:00<br>
Bobby Thompson and Jenny Langer - 1:00<br>
Avant Bard Theatre - 2:00<br>
David Kitchen Duo - 2:00<br>
Gracious Me Duo - 3:00<br>
Janine Wilson and Arch Alcantara - 4:00<br>
Memphis Gold - 4:00<br>
Claire Show - 5:00<br>
Andrew Savoia and Fordson Labs - 5:00<br>
Ruthie and the Wranglers Porch Band - 6:00<br>
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Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-90867066746718034812020-12-01T22:37:00.008-05:002020-12-01T23:13:28.890-05:00Ambar and TTT discount on takeout <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOTrNXXwOl1RQElKlq0Awb0GZjIcHt7Wep9_VurYFf_e4iX6PTGUzE7NLiJgszaZLGSaT7M5OEsLD3htxeCpc0VF3jqTMSl2kYbJRiAwYdjWg8aeozOabHwjo1TRoakrU-f5bsnL0Z5Zgp/s800/ambar2020discount.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="683" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOTrNXXwOl1RQElKlq0Awb0GZjIcHt7Wep9_VurYFf_e4iX6PTGUzE7NLiJgszaZLGSaT7M5OEsLD3htxeCpc0VF3jqTMSl2kYbJRiAwYdjWg8aeozOabHwjo1TRoakrU-f5bsnL0Z5Zgp/s400/ambar2020discount.jpg" width="400" /></a>Ambar and TTT locations are having a take out special starting today Dec 1 through Dec 13. Ambar at Home and TTTake out are giving you immediate cash back on your take out orders made via their website. For Ambar, they give a 20% discount on every $60 order. TTT is a 20% discount on each $50 order.<br /><br />Ambar may be my favorite dine-in restaurant in Clarendon, so their gift cards are a great way to support them until its safe to dine inside attain. <a href="https://streetguyshospitality.com/gift-cards/">Ambar is offering an additional $25 on a $100 gift card purchase</a>. Buy before Dec 31!Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-73537817871736764622020-11-30T23:36:00.000-05:002020-12-01T23:37:56.142-05:00Boardroom Survival Pack<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ03NJMpYHl2a-IF12fQFglgMu0meP-zwNliJb9jhcr2jv6EBM61Al3w93-uvAM05sb75RgDvEA1mJz4LW049DXxDm2Sc_tw50EciNZ8HF9Gb1iNtz3QfUWEcNUwCvF55g6oFQhEgYClmn/s1200/afacboardroom.png" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: right; float: right;"><img alt="" border="0" height="320" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="927" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ03NJMpYHl2a-IF12fQFglgMu0meP-zwNliJb9jhcr2jv6EBM61Al3w93-uvAM05sb75RgDvEA1mJz4LW049DXxDm2Sc_tw50EciNZ8HF9Gb1iNtz3QfUWEcNUwCvF55g6oFQhEgYClmn/s320/afacboardroom.png"/></a>Boardroom in Clarendon has a lot going on during these awful times. After just celebrating their 3rd anniversary in Clarendon they released their Belgian dark beer brew Hops Against Hunger, which is a collaboration with the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). Each one of these beers Boardroom sells, they donate $1 to AFAC.
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Continuing through the pandeimic is the <a hreft="https://www.facebook.com/theboardroomva/posts/1601428953377068">weekly trivia nights</a> Tuesdays at 7pm and pub feud Thursdays also 7pm.
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Boardroom continues brewing their own brews, and is offering a beer kit to get you through quarantine. Their <a href="https://app.upserve.com/s/board-room-va-olo-arlington">Survival Pack (for at least one day)</a> provides youa 64oz growler of your choice, 32oz crowler of Black Knight Stout, two Board Room pint glasses, glass mug and a t-shirt. Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-15058545639603661742020-08-28T18:38:00.015-04:002020-08-28T19:04:32.887-04:00Physical distancing enforced for Clarendon bar lines<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeyIWzejLqQHWf28zT4vkTcMnyU_bpwvsybxV9J23w-Kn1YY23VXaAAKgoorDOTCy5CMh5jDh8Lwp9u07g7VH2fMIuY-Ahm5ohyGiF9wL3FGBRqrwJsVXGxKV3jvK7oZ3R7FjG1peBT9QE/s2048/Physical_Distancing_Ordinance_areas_V2a.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1325" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeyIWzejLqQHWf28zT4vkTcMnyU_bpwvsybxV9J23w-Kn1YY23VXaAAKgoorDOTCy5CMh5jDh8Lwp9u07g7VH2fMIuY-Ahm5ohyGiF9wL3FGBRqrwJsVXGxKV3jvK7oZ3R7FjG1peBT9QE/s400/Physical_Distancing_Ordinance_areas_V2a.jpg" width="400" /></a>
Police are starting to <a href="enforce the county's physical distancing rules for public spaces">enforce the county's physical distancing rules for public spaces</a> tonight, Friday August 28. People in lines outside of the Lot, Spider Kelly's, Don Tito, Whitlow's and Wilson Hardware must stay 6 feet from others and no more than 3 people per group. Arlington county has added traffic cones and pavement markings to encourage bar goers staying a safe distance from each other.
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Since all restaurants are operating at 50% indoor capacity, long lines often form down the block outside as people wait to drink inside. These late night bar goers often don't voluntarily follow rules such as wearing a mask in public or staying away from others on the sidewalk. The Arlington County emergency ordinance is a response to this behavior that went into effect last week, but ACPD delayed enforcing it to give the public and venues a chance to find their feet meeting the new rules.
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Most Clarendon restaurants are doing everything possible to meet CDC guidelines and keep their patrons safe. The Lot even dedicated two of their own staff to policing their line on 10th Street to make sure customers are staying away from each other.
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Stay safe out there Clarendon!Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-29348966263870657352020-07-31T19:00:00.001-04:002020-08-28T19:04:41.396-04:00Safe music benefit for Papillon Cycles<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The back parking lot of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/acmepieco/">Acme Pie Co</a> is turning into a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/280757532984801/">socially distant live music stage</a> this Friday July 31 starting at 6:30pm. This outdoor is held to benefit <a href="http://papilloncycles.com/">Papillon</a> Cycles, Arlington's oldest bicycle shop. Masks and social distancing is required to see some awesome local bands live, including one of my favorites Jumpin Jupiter! Bring a folding camping chair to check these these four acts:<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/JUMPIN-JUPITER-119128746401/">Jumpin Jupiter</a><br />
<a href="https://jham.bandcamp.com/album/the-delarcos">Delarcos</a><br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Musician-Band/X-Motorcycle-Couriers-69094969909/">X-Motorcycle Couriers</a><br />
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"COVID-19 has been hard on small business and although there is a demand for bikes, Papillon can't get stock or parts, putting them in a tight spot - so let's help them out while having a great time with music, friends and neighbors and plenty of space between you.<br />
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Join us on July 31st, from 6:30pm to 11pm for music from Jumpin' Jupiter, Grumbler, The Delarcos and X-Motorcycle Couriers. Pizza from Sicilian Pizza, pie from Acme Pie Co.<br />
and soft drinks will be available. Entry donation is only $10.00, available at the event or in advance via Venmo (@sol-schott). <br />
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All proceeds benefit an awesome local business, that's been part of the community for over 35 years.<br />
In order to keep everyone safe, strict social distancing guidelines will be followed and MASKS ARE A MUST! BYO lawn or camping chair. or advance purchase or to make a donation to the cause even if you can't attend, Venmo - @sol-schott. "Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-4677808734964689892020-07-12T20:00:00.000-04:002020-07-10T19:55:20.284-04:00The North Country streaming Youtube<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thenorthcountrymusic/">The North Country</a>, a DC based experimental pop band, is doing a special <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/NorthCountryTV">livestream on YouTube</a> this Sunday, July 12 at 8pm. The group is promoting their new LP <i>America and Afterwards</i>, which was originally going to be performed at SXSW before everything got cancelled.<br />
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The group’s music is eclectic, and each track contains a story that transports fans into a different point of view. <em>America and Afterwards</em> is an honest look at the present and a hopeful look to the future. <br />
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The North Country's music is very appropriate to modern times as they are "responding like future humans, also the name of the album’s first single, which dropped shortly before the pandemic struck. While there are dark themes throughout the album and criticisms of our society, there is also an earnest belief of what society can become when we rid ourselves of the forces that got Trump elected like racism, misogyny, and unchecked capitalism."<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2460885924202979">RSVP here on Facebook</a> for the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/NorthCountryTV">free livestream on YouTube</a>!<br />
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This Friday at 8pm <a href="https://twitter.com/cinemadraft">Arlington Cinema Drafthouse</a> is hosting its recurring comedy standup <a href="https://acdh.arlingtondrafthouse.com/event.cfm?id=542179&#prettyphoto[poster]/0/">Attack Of The Comics</a> for free on Zoom. <br />
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The show is raising money for local charities:<br />
<a href="https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E167415&id=1&formid=15&Preview=true">DC Coalition for Homeless</a><br />
<a href="https://www.onedconline.org/donate2bwc">One DC</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.ballstonva.org/event/drive-in-movie-night/">BallstonConnect Club</a> is doing a <a href="https://www.ballstonva.org/event/drive-in-movie-night/">retro drive-in movie night</a> showcasing "<a href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093779/">The Princess Bride</a>" this Saturday, June 13 8pm. You can place orders for &pizza before the movie begins. Drive into the parking lot of the <a href="https://www.reservations.com/hotel/holiday-inn-arlington-at-ballston">Holiday Inn Ballston</a> and safely watch the 1987 classic from your own car. Cost is $40 per vehicle. Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.com4610 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 22203, USA38.8816171 -77.1175045999999938.8808446 -77.11876509999999 38.882389599999996 -77.116244099999989tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-19492261411354838292020-06-12T01:00:00.000-04:002020-06-12T12:58:07.865-04:00Partial restaurant openings with Phase 2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Arlington will join the rest of Virginia in entering <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2020/06/09/just-in-northern-virginia-to-enter-phase-2-on-friday/">"Phase 2"</a> restrictions this Friday, June 12 that will allow <a href="https://arlgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=cc25774ade844e4f85cc4e8d09b1d71a">limited indoor restaurant seating again</a>. Outdoor patio seating at 50% capacity has been allowed since Phase 1, with many local restaurants like O'Sullivans, Whitlows, TTT and Bar Bao already having very limited seating outside.<br />
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Some venues like Pamplona have remained closed completely despite having outdoor space, while in contrast <a href="https://www.arlnow.com/2020/06/01/cristol-walks-back-criticism-of-beer-garden/">The Lot became very popular when it reopened</a>. Despite The Lot following CDC guidelines with 6 feet between tables and no more than 50% capacity, it still can hold over 350 patrons at once. <br />
It also appears The Lot attracts those who care the least about spreading the virus, as virtually none of the customers wear masks (all Lot employees do though) and none of them respect social distancing in line to get in.<br />
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Live streaming music will continue as before with Phase 1, as large gathering entertainment isn't allowed yet either. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/3100clarendon">The Renegade</a> continues to host local bands like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/karaandmattyd/">Kara and Matty D</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/unclejessedc/">Uncle Jesse</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/976331619454018">KeetonBand tonight at 9pm</a>. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thepoprocksdc/">The Pop Rocks DC</a> played on Renegade's stage last week and even donated all their tips from the virtual show to Black Lives Matter.<br />
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Be sure to check out <a href="https://www.facebook.com/justintrawickmusic">Justin Trawick and Laura LeMunyan</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/derekevry/">Derek Evry</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cathydmusic/">CathyD</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/djneekola/">DJ Neekola</a> streams on their Instagram Live and Facebook Live accounts. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WERA96.7">WERA</a> also has daily live music on their app, website and 96.7 FM. Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-8100976171087968332020-05-29T20:00:00.000-04:002020-05-22T19:29:26.128-04:00Pitch A Friend Facebook Live<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Another fun quarantine activity is the weekly <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/741424519730639/">Pitch A Friend series</a>, where one or more friends does a PowerPoint presentation on why you should date their friend. You have 3 minutes to tell everyone in the audience on Facebook Live about your single friend and sell them to potential suitors. It's a fun and light hearted Friday night even that starts at 8pm. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pitch-a-friend-quarantine-edition-part-iii-tickets-105744500648">Tickets are $10 on Eventbrite</a>, or $2 off with PITCH25 promo code. You can just watch other people's pitches, and at then end there is time for spontaneous pitches if you get inspired. Beth In The City does a great job keeping the event moving and entertaining.Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-30701030125855794302020-05-22T19:00:00.000-04:002020-05-21T22:14:42.482-04:00Screwtop Zoom Wine Tasting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://screwtopwinebar.revelup.com/weborder/?establishment=1">Screwtop Wine Bar</a> is throwing their first <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82964739302?pwd=Ni81TkRQZTAyanAxNVNzVE5yUzZ2Zz09">Zoom wine tasting</a> on Friday May 22 7pm. Their theme is "I Love Paris in the Springtime" with a new Wino Survival Pack. For $95 this pack includes:<br />
<em>Magic Door Champagne</em><br />
<em>Lot 33 Languedoc Rose</em><br />
<em>Beaujolais</em><br />
<em>Brodeaux</em><br />
<em>Cotes Du Rhone</em><br />
<em>D'Affnois Brie</em><br />
<em>Fresh Baguette</em><br />
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Screwtop also offers food, wines and 12oz glass pours to go in a solo cup for carryout!<br />
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Meeting ID: 829 6473 9302<br />
Password: 910788Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1847683183286809817.post-50134502547090166902020-05-15T12:28:00.001-04:002020-05-15T12:28:06.391-04:00The Nine Songwriter Series on Facebook Live<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/564298364223700/">Nine Songwriter Series</a> continues during quarantine! This not-to-be-missed traveling group was the idea of local musician Justin Trawick in 2008. For this <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wearethe9">Facebook Live</a> edition on Friday May 15, we have another nine talented musicians each playing each hour starting 1pm.<br />
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1pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cashandearle/">CaSh & Earle</a><br />
2pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/roemercollect/">Roemer</a><br />
3pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/andrewrohlkmusic/">Andrew Rohlk</a><br />
4pm - Farragut West<br />
5pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thelorakelley/">Lora Kelley</a><br />
6pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gordondanielsmusic/">Gordon Daniels</a><br />
7pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ginasobelmusic">Gina Sobel</a><br />
8pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CeciliaGraceMusic/">Cecilia Grace</a><br />
9pm - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/farmersworld">Mark Farmer</a>Bill Ryanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00254563476646735293noreply@blogger.com