Events Listing

Federal Resume and Hiring Workshop

19 May 2022 Write a winning federal resume that results in an interview. Learn about the hiring process and what programs can give you an edge, along with Special Hiring Authorities that can reduce the level of competitiveness and find jobs not listed on USAJobs.

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Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

Paint & Sip

19 May 2022 Paint along with Community Arts Programmers as we recreate artworks on display at area museums. Enjoy your favorite beverage from the comfort of home during this lesson.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

The Search for Extraterrestrial Life

19 May 2022 Ever wonder about the possibility of life beyond Earth? Jennifer Lynn Bartlett, a professional astronomer and president of the Friends of Arlington’s David M. Brown Planetarium, will explain how scientists calculate the probability of alien civilizations and discuss some efforts to communicate with other worlds.

Langston Center, 2121 N Culpeper St,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

RIP Upton Hill Invasive Plant Removal

19 May 2022 Improve habitat, meet fellow do-gooders, get exercise, and learn about native plants and wildlife all while making a difference in the great outdoors.

Upton Hill Regional Park, 6060 Wilson Boulevard,  22205

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Tagged as: , Environment

Uber & Lyft

19 May 2022 Getting in a car with strangers used to seem so taboo but now it has become the standard for getting from A to B. Tech enthusiast Nick Englund will present an overview of several ride-sharing apps and share tips and tricks.

Langston Center, 2121 N Culpeper St,  22207

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Community Design Pop-Up for 2700 S Nelson Placemaking Plan

19 May 2022 Arlington Cultural Affairs is working with public art and placemaking firm Graham Projects to design a future arts space at 2700 South Nelson Street in Green Valley. An open, flexible space is planned for the site, which will be designed following the planned demolition of the existing building this fall.

Tagged as: , Engagement

Food Allergies

19 May 2022 In honor of Food Allergy Awareness Week, join a volunteer from the Virginia Cooperative Extension to learn about common food allergies and some tasty recipes that are allergen-free.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Just Beneath the Surface

20 May 2022 Looking at the works of three artists, we will take a deep dive into what was happening behind the scenes and beneath the surface of all that paint. Community Arts Programmer Jim Halloran will explain the context, history and techniques of famous (and not so famous) artists. Short demo of an artist's specific process with discussion to follow.

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults

Smartphone Photography

20 May 2022 Do you have a smartphone, tablet or other mobile device but struggle with the camera feature? Do you want to learn more about apps for photography and editing? Join Nick Englund, photography enthusiast, to learn how to maximize the use of your camera.

Lubber Run Park, N Columbus & 2nd St,  22203

Tagged as: , Parks & Recreation, Older Adults