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The Shirlington Branch Library may be closed on Thursday, but you can still find great, free things to do in Shirlington!
This month, Thursday nights in Shirlington Village are all about the annual Shirlington Jazz Festival:
Jazz Festival performances are free, and take place from 6:30 - 8:30 in the Plaza in front of the Shirlington Branch Library. For an optional $5, adults can taste 4 delicious wines (2 whites, 2 reds) - the proceeds of which benefit our favorite gardeners, the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). Donations of non-perishable foods are also welcome.
A general warning - Campbell Avenue from Harris Teeter to Caribou Coffee will be closed to vehicle traffic from 4:00 p.m. through 9:30 p.m.
- Saturday: Wags N' Whiskers N' Stories
Do you love animals and stories? Then don't miss Wags n' Whiskers, this Saturday, Sept. 17, in Shirlington Village. The day will include pet-adoptions, exhibits, free pet photos, live music and lots more. It will also include two animal-friendly...
- Parking Forum On Shirlington Village - April 7
On Thursday April 7, Arlington County staff will hold two open-house forums on parking in the thriving urban village of Shirlington. Residents and business owners are invited to get an overview of parking and other transportation options, ask question...
- 19th Annual Feel The Heritage Festival: County Celebration Of African-american Culture And History
Celebrate the rich culture and history of African Americans while also honoring Arlington's African American heritage at the 19th Annual Feel the Heritage Festival on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m., at the Charles Drew Community Center....
- Canceled--light Up The Village With Winter Crafts At Shirlington - Nov. 30
** Updated 11/30 - THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED - "LIGHT UP THE VILLAGE" HAS BEEN MOVED TO THURSDAY, DEC. 2 WHEN THE BRANCH LIBRARY IS NOT OPEN. We apologize for the inconvenience. ** On Tuesday, Nov. 30 Shirlington Village celebrates the 8th annual...
- Donate To The Afac Holiday Food Drive
During this holiday season, the Library is assisting the Arlington Food Assistance Center in its efforts to gather donated food for Arlington residents in need. AFAC supplements the groceries of 1200 Arlington families each week - approximately 3000 people,...
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Shirlington Jazz Festival
The Shirlington Branch Library may be closed on Thursday, but you can still find great, free things to do in Shirlington!This month, Thursday nights in Shirlington Village are all about the annual Shirlington Jazz Festival:
- Aug. 4 - Misturada
- Aug.11 - The Lovejoy Group
- Aug. 18 - Felicia Carter & Amy Shook
- Aug. 25 - Kevin Pace Trio
Jazz Festival performances are free, and take place from 6:30 - 8:30 in the Plaza in front of the Shirlington Branch Library. For an optional $5, adults can taste 4 delicious wines (2 whites, 2 reds) - the proceeds of which benefit our favorite gardeners, the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). Donations of non-perishable foods are also welcome.
A general warning - Campbell Avenue from Harris Teeter to Caribou Coffee will be closed to vehicle traffic from 4:00 p.m. through 9:30 p.m.
- Saturday: Wags N' Whiskers N' Stories
Do you love animals and stories? Then don't miss Wags n' Whiskers, this Saturday, Sept. 17, in Shirlington Village. The day will include pet-adoptions, exhibits, free pet photos, live music and lots more. It will also include two animal-friendly...
- Parking Forum On Shirlington Village - April 7
On Thursday April 7, Arlington County staff will hold two open-house forums on parking in the thriving urban village of Shirlington. Residents and business owners are invited to get an overview of parking and other transportation options, ask question...
- 19th Annual Feel The Heritage Festival: County Celebration Of African-american Culture And History
Celebrate the rich culture and history of African Americans while also honoring Arlington's African American heritage at the 19th Annual Feel the Heritage Festival on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m., at the Charles Drew Community Center....
- Canceled--light Up The Village With Winter Crafts At Shirlington - Nov. 30
** Updated 11/30 - THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED - "LIGHT UP THE VILLAGE" HAS BEEN MOVED TO THURSDAY, DEC. 2 WHEN THE BRANCH LIBRARY IS NOT OPEN. We apologize for the inconvenience. ** On Tuesday, Nov. 30 Shirlington Village celebrates the 8th annual...
- Donate To The Afac Holiday Food Drive
During this holiday season, the Library is assisting the Arlington Food Assistance Center in its efforts to gather donated food for Arlington residents in need. AFAC supplements the groceries of 1200 Arlington families each week - approximately 3000 people,...