Arlington Magazine

Arlington Magazine highlights and honors the vibrant life in Arlington, McLean, and Falls Church. This publication is released six times annually and strives to meet the high editorial and design standards found in national magazines, all while showcasing the everyday lives of local residents. The magazine offers engaging and insightful content that covers a variety of topics, including dining and food trends, real estate and home design, community stories, education, parenting, health and wellness, fashion, events, travel, and local history. You can subscribe to Arlington Magazine or find it at various local retail outlets.

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Meet Arlington's Jazz Power Couple

5 days ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Eliza Tebo

At a Hollywood recording studio in 1971, two singer-songwriters were cutting new albums just down the hall from each other. One was a piano-playing mom of two, and the other a folk singer who’d recently returned from Europe. The records? Tapestry by Carole King and Blue by Joni Mitchell. More than a half-century later, Ken Avis is still enthralled by the serendipity of that magical time in music history.
11 Fun Things to Do With Kids Around Arlington This Summer

1 week ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

Looking for fun things to do with the kids that won’t break the bank? Sign up for summer deals at these local entertainment venues and let the littles jump, game, climb, bowl and chill from now until next school year. NOVA Parks is selling an $80 pass that grants admission to all five of its area waterparks. Open daily through mid-August, the closest of them is Ocean Dunes in Arlington’s Upton Hill Regional Park, which has a 500-gallon dumping bucket, waterslides, lap lanes and beach vibes.
The Best Brunch In and Around Arlington, VA

1 week ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

Whether your idea of the perfect brunch is sharing a seafood platter and a mimosa kit, savoring a plate of eggs Benedict all for yourself, or going all in on a bottomless feast, there’s an option for every taste and appetite. Here are some of our current favorites. Chef Matt Hill’s easygoing neighborhood “meat and three” continues to rack up the kudos, including the Best of Arlington “Best Brunch” award, by popular vote.
These Arlington Homes Have Built-In Bars

1 week ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Nigel Maynard

Looking for basement bar ideas or inspo for that home wine cellar or cocktail lounge you’ve always wanted? These home bars in Arlington deserve a toast. Billy Simons did not set out to make his friends jealous, but when party guests eventually make their way down to the bourbon room in the basement of his Country Club Hills home, envy is a reasonable response.
The Best Barbecue In and Around Arlington, VA

2 weeks ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

Looking for an easy summer feast? These local barbecue joints are here for you, with mouthwatering ribs, pulled pork, chicken, brisket and sausages, as well as flavorful alternatives such as wood-smoked salmon or jackfruit. And don’t forget the sides! Many eateries offer family meals for takeout with proteins by the pound and all the fixings. Chef Matt Hill’s ever-popular neighborhood gathering place serves up some mean wood-smoked meats, made daily in limited quantities.
12 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Northern Virginia

2 weeks ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

June 19—aka Juneteenth—is a federal holiday marking the end of slavery in the U.S. in 1865. Celebrate the spirit of freedom and resilience with book talks, film screenings, concerts, historic tours and plenty of family fun. Party in Fairfax City’s Old Town Square with live performances, food vendors and children’s activities June 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Performers include Pastor Eric Kellum of Zion Church in Woodbridge and CAISO Steel Drum Band.
Eden Center in Falls Church Has a New Food Hall

2 weeks ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

It’s business by day, party by night at Pop-Up District, a new food hall and entertainment space at the Eden Center in Falls Church. Founders Jay Tran and Alice Nguyen have introduced a nearly round-the-clock concept that begins the day with coffee, baked goods and free Wi-Fi starting at 7 a.m., and later welcomes post-workday crowds with a bar and theme nights going until 2 a.m.In between, food stalls are now serving a panoply of pan-Asian foods all in one place, from morning until late night.
14 Fun Things to Do For Father's Day in the DMV

2 weeks ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

Father’s Day is coming up on June 15. Why not celebrate Dad with some adrenaline-fueled fun? Here are some exciting ways to create lasting memories with fishing, paddling, zip-lining, car racing and more. Book a fishing excursion on the Potomac led by Arlingtonian Owen Koch. He founded Capital Blues Fishing Charters last year to help reduce the number of invasive blue catfish in the river. And it just so happens, they also make for a tasty dinner.
Where to Watch Free Outdoor Movies in Northern VA

3 weeks ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Stephanie Kanowitz

Summer is a time for free outdoor concerts, workouts and movies under the stars. From Academy Award-nominated pictures to animated and action flicks, you’ll find plenty of family-friendly favorites on big screens throughout the area. Get those picnic blankets ready! Here’s what’s coming.
Instead of a Home Office, a Home Library in Arlington

3 weeks ago | arlingtonmagazine.com | Jenny Sullivan

Susan Sutter’s clients were expecting their first child, and they were already thinking about acoustics. One of the requested features in the new home they were building in Arlington’s Lyon Village neighborhood was a library and designated quiet zone. “They wanted a retreat away from the hubbub where they could read, take a phone call or do some work,” says the Arlington designer, who partnered with Falls Church builder BCN Homes to handle the home’s interior selections.