Events & Happenings

Taylor Swift drag bingo, spring events, and Library week.

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Juliana Lewis
April 07, 2025

Events & Happenings April 8th - 14th

Hello and Happy Monday!

This week is National Library Week! To celebrate, Arlington Public LIbrary will be serving hot beverages at various library locations. Learn more at their web page here.

Tuesday, April 8th

  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm in the Campbell Room at the Shirlington Library

  • The Incubator at Arlington Public Library invites you to join us for an artist talk by local artist Zafri Yussoff as he discusses his collection, NEON NOIR: Harrisonburg, VA. His exhibit will be on view at Shirlington Library from January through April 2024.

  • REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. *Event will be live streamed via YouTube. 

  • 7:00 pm - 12:00 am at Big Tony’s Pizzeria & Dive Bar

  • Whether you’re a casual fan or a die-hard Swiftie, this event promises fun, fierce energy, and a sprinkle of sparkle. Snag your bingo cards, sip on a themed cocktail, and get ready to sing, dance, and play your way through an unforgettable evening!

    Spots are limited—secure yours now!

  • Tickets are $23.18 each (including taxes and fees)

Wednesday, April 9th

  • 8:00 am - 9:00 am at Met Park

  • Join DC Fray + National Landing on Wednesdays from 8-9 a.m. for free, instructor-led classes that are sure to help you break a sweat. No experience required! Simply select the class you’re interested in from our lineup below, grab your gear and get ready to work. This week’s yoga is taught by Maria Hochnowski.

  • Reserve your free spot here. New this year, try the Punch Card Prize Program. Receive a blank punch card from a DC Fray staff member when you check in to Fit @ Met. Bring your card to every class to collect stamps. Every class attended equals one stamp on your card. The more classes you attend, the more prizes you win!

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm at Audacious Aleworks in Falls Church

  • While there probably won't be any actual dragons (you never know), there will books, games, stickers, and other assorted goodies for your perusal while you enjoy some locally brewed beer! (Don't worry: they also have wine and seltzer!) Preservation Biscuit will provide some delicious spooky sustenance.

  • Featuring two local fantasy authors! J.S. Living (THE COVENANT OF BLOOD) and Gretchen Powell Fox (SMOKE AND SCAR) will be available for book signings and have copies of their books for sale.

  • Out & About Note: Although this is in Falls Church, I included it in the newsletter since it is hosted by Arlington’s indie book store, One More Page Books!

  • 6:00 pm - 7:00pm at Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington

  • To commemorate MoCA Arlington resident artist Milan Warner’s first solo exhibition “Where growths sleep but cannot dream,” the artist will be in conversation with her mentor, celebrated DC-area sculptor Foon Sham. Warner and Sham will talk about the exhibition and also swap sculpture stories; not only was Sham was one of MoCA Arlington’s first resident artists, but he can also be credited with encouraging Warner on the path to becoming an artist. This talk will occur in the Tiffany Gallery at MoCA Arlington. The event is free of charge, but registration is highly recommended.

  • Reserve your free spot here.

  • Various times (5:00 pm, 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm) at The Commentary

  • Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience as Executive Chef Francecil Ponte and our Sicilian kitchen supervisor, Rita Massa, the beloved "Pizza Queen" from Napoli, take you on a journey into the art of crafting crowd-pleasing pies.

  • During this interactive class, Chef Fran and Rita will share their secrets, tips, and tricks for crafting authentic Italian pizzas. While your creations bake to perfection, step over to our Craft Cocktail station and immerse yourself in a mixology class led by our in-house experts.

  • Come early to enjoy our delightful happy hour libations before your class kicks off. Afterward, you're invited to savor your culinary masterpieces on our newly renovated patio or within the lively ambiance of our bar and social house.

  • Tickets are $71.21 (including taxes and fees).

Thurday, April 10th

  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at 1812 N Moore St

  • Join the Rosslyn BID for our annual celebration, Rosslyn City Social, on Thursday, April 10! You'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders, residents, and stakeholders while getting an inside look at the major investments shaping our neighborhood. Plus, invest in yourself with a complimentary headshot at our photo booth.

  • We’re thrilled to once again host City Social at 1812 N. Moore, an iconic anchor of Rosslyn’s skyline, where attendees can enjoy spectacular views from the 22nd floor Conference Center and Lounge.

  • Reserve your spot here.

Friday, April 11th

Pink in the Park: Art of Pink (National Landing)

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Metropolitan Park

  • An immersive art and music experience celebrating cherry blossom season. Browse the BLOOM pop-up gallery featuring 90 DMV artists, enjoy local bites and makers at the Blossom Night Market, and catch an electrifying breakdance showcase with beats by DJ Fleg (of Olympic breakdancing fame). Explore Met Park retailers, snap Instagram-worthy photos, and soak in the vibrant nighttime atmosphere.

  • Free with RSVP. Please register to help us estimate attendance at this free event.

Free Comedy Night (Ballston)

  • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm at El Rey

  • Come and enjoy a night filled with laughter, good vibes, and unforgettable performances. Our talented lineup of comedians will have you rolling in the aisles. From witty one-liners to hilarious anecdotes, they'll keep you entertained throughout the evening. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the DMV's finest comedic talent! Comedians have performed on TV, the DC Improv, The Kennedy Center, Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse, and many more clubs and venues!

  • RSVP for free, but please tip!

Saturday, April 12th

  • 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Central Library’s 2nd Floor

  • The Human Library® creates a safe space for dialogue where topics are discussed openly between our human books and their readers. All of our human books are volunteers with personal experience with their topic. The Human Library® is a place where difficult questions are expected, appreciated and answered.

  • How it works: Attendees, also known as "readers," will be able to borrow "human books" for 25-minute conversations. All human books come with a title to help readers select what they would like to "read" (i.e., with whom they would like to converse). This is an opportunity to speak with people with different lived experiences. Mutual respect, patience and sensitivity are requirements for participation in this event. If you are interested in participating in this event, please review our Code of Conduct on the Library website.

  • About our Books: Our human books are volunteers and active members of the Arlington community or wider metro DC area. Some of our invited human book topics include: "Nonbinary Person," "Daughter of Holocaust Survivors," "Nonspeaking Autistic," "Sikh," “American Muslim Imam,” “Alcoholic,” “Death Doula,” “Egg Freezing” among others. Everyone has a story, and they are willing to share theirs with you in this safe environment. 

  • REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. First-come, first-served. By registering, you will receive event updates. PLEASE NOTE: Registering does not guarantee a seat.

Sunday, April 13th

  • 6:30 am - 10:30 am at Gateway Park

  • Our signature CRE8TE event features an intentional fusion of breath, movement, and cold therapy to access a higher feeling state in the body and deepen our connections - with ourselves and the world around us. We conclude with open time to plunge, explore community resources, dance and vibe with our live DJ, and celebrate ourselves.

  • Tickets are $33.85 (including taxes and fees).

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Compass Coffee (1201 Wilson Boulevard)

  • Join us for a casual paced 8 mile bike ride to visit three of our favorite tulip patches on and near the Mount Vernon Trail. The route will be mostly on trails with multiple ride leaders. We will stop at three sites with time to get off the bike and take pictures. Stops include the Navy and Marine Memorial, the Pentagon, and the Netherlands Carillon.

  • The ride will begin at Compass Coffee in Rosslyn and end at the Netherlands Carillon where there will be a Tulip Festival that includes a carillon concert and activities with NPS and the Arlington County Library.

  • Tickets are $10 each.

Tulip Walk on the Mount Vernon Trail (Rosslyn)

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Compass Coffee (1201 Wilson Boulevard)

  • Join Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail for a casual paced 5 mile walk to visit two of our favorite tulip patches on and near the Mount Vernon Trail. We will stop at both sites with time to take pictures. Stops include the Navy and Marine Memorial and the Netherlands Carillon. The walk will begin at Compass Coffee in Rosslyn and end at the Netherlands Carillon, where there will be a Tulip Festival featuring a carillon concert and activities with NPS and Arlington Library.

    Ticket proceeds support our work to improve the Mount Vernon Trail. Due to high interest, registration will be limited. Please register to confirm attendance.

  • Please note that this is the Tulip WALK, there is a separate registration for the Tulip BIKE RIDE which is going to start at the same time and location.

Monday, April 14th

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Busboys and Poets Shirlington

  • 13 of Nazareth is a performance poet living with epilepsy, a dry sense of humor, and peace of mind over everything. The golden thread which runs throughout his hip-hop infused poetry is drawn from the looms of various spiritual traditions to weave a tapestry of creative works geared toward the personal and collective healing process.

  • For two hours, audiences can expect a diverse chorus of voices, and a vast array of professional spoken word performers, open mic rookies, musicians and a different host every week. Expect to be moved, expect a packed house, expect the unexpected, but above all come with an open mind and ear.

  • Tickets are $8.00.