Langston Boulevard Alliance

65th Anniversary of the Integration of APS at Stratford Jr. High
2024-02-02 18:30 - 2024-02-03 14:00 UTC | Dorothy Hamm Middle School, 4100 Vacation Lane, Arlington, VA, 22207, United States
Anniversary Ceremony

Friday, February 2nd, 6:30 pmThis formal program will honor and celebrate the desegregation of Stratford Jr. High and Arlington Public Schools.

Open House

Saturday, February 3rd, 10:00 am – 2:00 pmThere will be an open house at Dorothy Hamm Middle School with civil rights history information, entertainment, and citizen groups focused on history.

Historic Preservation Meet & Greet
2024-03-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Langston Boulevard Alliance, 4500 Langston Boulevard, Arlington, VA, 22207, United States
Join the John M. Langston Citizens Association Historic Preservation Committee and their historic researcher, Dr. Jennifer Morris, for a discussion on efforts to have the Hall’s Hill-High View Park neighborhood achieve designation in the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places.

The hosts will provide information on the project and engage with our partners, sponsors, community members, and friends.

Free and open to the public

Contact infohighviewpark@gmail.com for additional information

Earth Day Festival 2024
2024-04-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Lee Heights Shops, 4500 Langston Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia, 22205, United States
Join us for Langston’s 3rd annual Earth Day Every Day Festival! This family Friendly event has something for everyone! There will be live music, art vendors, local food and more. We will also be featuring a host of educational programming as we all learn how to better take care of the beautiful planet we call home.

Mark your calendars, Arlington. This year’s Earth Day Every Day Festival will be held next to Lee Heights Shops on Sunday, April 21 from 11-5 pm.

Check out the event’s website for more.

Bike to Work Day Pit Stop
2024-05-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Virginia
Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 17, 2024. Join LBA at the Langston Blvd Pit Stop for this FREE event for a fun and healthy way to start your day. The first 15,000 who register and attend at a pit stop receive a FREE T-shirt. Free giveaways, food, and beverages at participating locations, while supplies last.

Getting Venture Ready — What Does It Mean and How Do You Get There?
2024-05-22 17:30 - 19:30 | National Landing Experience Center, 241 18th Street, S., Arlington, Virginia, 22202
As a founder, you know your company is eligible to raise venture funding and you want to raise funding from angels and VCs. What next? As part of the Elevate Your Venture: Arlington Female Founder Speaker Series, powered by Citrine Angels, explore what you need to do and how to prepare for raising money in the venture ecosystem.

The panel of experienced fund managers will discuss everything from finding and evaluating investors to crafting a persuasive pitch, setting you up for success.

Cherrydale Farmers Market
2024-05-25 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-08 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-22 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-29 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-13 08:00 - 12:00 and 6 more dates | Dorothy Hamm Middle School, 4100 Vacation Lane, Arlington, VA, 22207, United States
Saturday mornings, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon). Market location is, adjacent to the soccer field, in the courtyard on the southeast face of the Dorothy Hamm Middle School. This year’s market will conclude in November, the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

Parking: If driving, please park curbside along Lorcom Lane or Military Road and walk down Vacation Lane to the school & market. Parking is also available in the school parking lot across Vacation Lane on the north side of the middle school. Market Parking is not allowed on Vacation Ln. Biking and walking to the market are strongly encouraged!

Green Community Celebration and Tour
2024-06-02 11:00 - 16:30 | Arlington Central Library, 1015 N Quincy St, Arlington, Virginia, 22201
The 21st annual Green Community Tour will showcase sustainable homes and gardens in Arlington. Features include energy efficient and water-saving technologies, solar energy, rain gardens, native plants, wildlife habitat and more. We ask for a $5 donation to EcoAction Arlington for the tour.

The Community Welcome Celebration at Arlington Central Library is a free event featuring electric vehicles, exhibits and family-friendly fun!

The celebration and tour are sponsored by EcoAction Arlington, Virginia Cooperative Extension – Master Gardeners, Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, Arlington Public Libraries, Arlington County’s Office of Sustainability and Environmental Management.

Secrets to Success: The Guide to Launching a Business
2024-06-05 11:30 - 13:00 | Ellen M. Bozman Government Center, 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Room 311, Arlington, 22201
Have you thought about starting your own business and don’t know where to start? Have a great idea and are just about ready to launch? Or maybe you’ve begun the journey and are unsure you have all the necessary information?

If you’ve answered yes to any of those questions, you’ve come to the right place. BizLaunch presents our Ultimate Guide to Launching a Business by providing the answers to your most pressing questions.

Brunch and Business: Taking Pride in LGBTQ+ Spaces
2024-06-11 11:00 - 13:30 | Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport, 2799 Richmond Hwy., Arlington, Virginia, 22202
For our June Brunch & Business, we’re going to be celebrating LGBTQ Pride by highlighting several small businesses and entrepreneurs who are creating spaces where the LGBTQ+ community can connect and feel safe living their authentic selves in the National Capital region. Join us for this exciting conversation on LGBTQ+ spaces – highlighting diverse businesses.

Panelists:

Jackson Adams, VIDA Fitness

Sulay Gonzalez, NOVASalud

Kymberli Moore, Arlington Pride

Colton Nguyen, 360Healthx

There will be a special drag performace by DeeDee Amor Dior!

Causes & Cocktails: Health & Wellness
2024-06-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Upside on Moore, 1700 N Moore, Level M2, Arlington, Virginia, 22209
Causes & Cocktails is a series of events that bring together civic-minded young professionals to learn about important causes impacting the local community. These events are an opportunity to connect with local nonprofits working to make a difference and develop friendships with peers who also want to give back.

Nonprofit partners:

Arlington Addiction Recovery Initiative

Arlington Free Clinic

Rock Recovery

United Way of the National Capital Area

Speaker: Lesley Daigle, Chief Executive Officer, Arlington Free Clinic

Cheers to Queer Books: Blind Date with a Book & Bubbly
2024-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | One More Page Books, Arlington
Join us for an evening of sparkling wine, mingling (or solitary reading), chocolate samples, Tarot readings by Sam, and a Blind Date with a Queer Book. You can choose from our selection of wrapped advance reader copies (included with your ticket). This is a ticketed after-hours event with limited space, so sign up while you can! Tickets are $20, which includes a Blind Date book and bubbly.

Halls Hill/High View Park Juneteenth Celebration
2024-06-19 14:00 - 18:00 | Highview Park, 1945 N Dinwiddie Street, Arlington, Virginia, 22207

State of the County & Public Safety Awards
2024-06-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Army Navy Country Club, 1700 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, Virginia, 22202
The State of the County & Public Safety Awards is a celebration of Arlington’s economic achievements, the community’s future, and all who make the area an excellent place to live and work. At this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the County’s economic and developmental status from the Arlington County Board Chair. We will also honor our public safety personnel and first responders from Arlington County’s Fire Department, Police Department, Office of Public Safety Communications & Emergency Management, and Office of the Sheriff, who have exemplified extraordinary heroic actions and exceptional performance of their duties.

Arlington Pride Festival
2024-06-29 12:00 - 19:00 | Long Bridge Park, 475 Long Bridge Drive, Arlington, Virginia, 22202
The Arlington Pride Festival is back!

Welcome back to the Arlington Pride Festival 2024! Join us at Long Bridge Park in National Landing for a day filled with celebration, diversity, and love. This FREE event promises to be a fantastic gathering of the community, showcasing local talent, delicious food, and vibrant entertainment. Come together with friends, family, and allies to show your support and embrace the spirit of pride. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of something special – mark your calendars and get ready to have an unforgettable time at the Arlington Pride Festival 2024!

Brunch + Business
2024-07-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Langston Boulevard Alliance, 4500 Langston Boulevard, Arlington, VA, 22207, United States
Join us for food, networking, + a celebration of the cultural heritage of our legacy businesses

Register via Eventbrite HERE

Grand Opening Reception: Alliance Gallery
2024-08-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Alliance Gallery, 2700 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, Virginia, 22201
Join us for to celebrate the debut of Arlington’s newest space for local art! Meet the artists and enjoy food, drinks, and live music at this FREE event.

Arlington County Fair Night Market
2024-08-15 17:00 - 22:30 | Arlington County Fair, 3501 Second Street, Arlington, Virginia, 22204
Go shopping under the stars and Fair lights at the Night Market! Visit the tennis courts next to the Entertainment Stage to browse the local vendors’ handmade goods.
