This Sunday is the inaugural Alexandria Half Marathon. Feeling inspired? Check out these walking and running clubs around NOVA.
Arlington
I Run, You Run — All skill levels are welcome in this club where your run is measured by time, not distance. Course locations vary, and the group meets on Monday + Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Alexandria
Joggers + Lagers — Start with a 1-, 3-, or 5-mile run from Port City Brewing Company on Monday evenings, then stick around for a pint afterwards.
Fairfax
Fairfax Area Runners — Meet this group on Tuesday + Thursday evenings by the Fairfax ACE Hardware to run or walk with the group. Runners can expect 3- to 5-mile courses while walks are usually ~2 miles.
DC
DC Front Runners — Explore DC with this LGBTQ+ group that has a calendar packed with runs and walks on different days and in different locations.
“Out There” Documentary Screening + Talk in DC | 7-9 p.m. | Miracle Theatre, Washington, DC | $15 | View the award-winning documentary “Out There: A National Parks Story” — a conversation with director Brendan Hall will follow.
Friday, April 25
Georgetown French Market | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Georgetown, Washington, DC | Free | Try all things French, including croissants + wine, at the annual Georgetown French Market.
Live Comedy Showcase Starring Rahmein Mostafavi | 8-10 p.m. | Crystal City Sports Pub, Arlington | $15+ | Enjoy a night of laughs with live stand-up comedy headlined by Rahmein Mostafavi, featuring Jenny Questell and Mike Brown.
Saturday, April 26
Alice’s Brunch: A Tipsy Turvy Tea Party | 2-5 p.m. | Capital One Hall, Tysons | $350 | Enjoy a classic British brunch, along with tickets to The Washington School of Ballet’s “Alice (in wonderland).”
Sunday, April 27
Earth Day Festival | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lee Heights, Arlington | Free | This annual event includes live music, kids’ activities, the Arlington Art Truck, community exhibits, food and drink vendors, and an art market featuring local artisans.
The Poet is IN | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Langston Boulevard, Arlington | Free | This traveling poetry booth roams the city, offering free, personalized poems about anything you choose.
Saturday, May 3
Bluemont Spring Community Yard Sale | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bluemont, Arlington | Price of purchase | This event is open to all Bluemont residents and visitors, offering an opportunity to connect with neighbors, declutter, and shop locally.
This one is for the Ford fanatics. The franchise Ford’s Garage has signed a three-store deal, with the potential for even more to open. The restaurants will be in Alexandria, Fairfax, and Woodbridge, but exactly where has yet to be announced. (The Burn)
Development
Alexandrians, do you have thoughts on upgrades to John Ewald Park? The city is seeking public opinion until May 21. You can also attend the community meeting and open house on Thursday, April 24 to explore design concepts, view display boards, and give feedback in person.
Shop
Arlington is home to NOVA’s newest farmers market. The Green Valley Farmers Market opened April 4 and is open every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. until Nov. 7. Want to get involved? Become a member for exclusive discounts or volunteer to support this local event.
Arts
This weekend, Clarendon will host the Arlington Festival of the Arts for the 11th year. Enjoy music performances + food, and check out local art while meeting the artists. (ARLNow)
Health
Ambulance fees in Arlington are set to rise starting in July, with base rates increasing to $1,000–$1,500, plus $18 per mile. The new pricing, up from the current $750–$1,000 and $15 per mile, is expected to remain in effect for the next three to five years. (ARLNow)
Outdoors
How does a new kayaking spot, shaded waterfront pavilion, and open community space on the shores of the Potomac sound to you? The Board of Architectural Review is set to review plans for Point Lumley Park on Wednesday, May 7. (ALXnow)
Number
855,000. That’s how much money the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia gave to 51 nonprofits throughout NOVA. See the full breakdown of grant allocation. (InsideNOVA)
Games
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
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