Wondering what day your trash is picked up? Use this nifty tool to enter your address and find your scheduled collection day based on your location in Arlington County.
What time do you set out the trash?
Place your garbage cans out by 6 a.m. on your collection day, and be sure to remove them within 24 hours after pickup.
Missed collection?
If your trash wasn’t collected, you can report the issue using this form.
Not sure which day your trash and recycling are picked up? Use this interactive map tool to find your collection schedule by address.
Need help sorting your waste?
The City of Alexandria’s waste guide explains what belongs in trash, recycling, and compost — making it easier to dispose of items correctly.
Missed collection?
If your trash wasn’t picked up and there’s no “Oops Tag” on your bin, you can submit a missed collection request. What’s an “Oops Tag”? An “Oops Tag” means the crew couldn’t collect your trash due to an issue. Learn what might cause this.
Live Music Fridays at Lost Boy Cider | 6:30-9 p.m. | Lost Boy Cider, Alexandria | Free | Sample a flight of craft beers as local bands set the vibe with live music.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Cars and Coffee | 8-10 a.m. | Clearbrook Center of the Arts, Woodbridge | Free | Stroll around with a cup of coffee and explore an exciting lineup of cars.
Doggone Good Time at Dog Daze | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lake Fairfax Park, Reston | $15 | Celebrate the end of summer with a splash by bringing your pup to this dog-only swim event — they deserve some summer fun too.
Sunday, Sept. 7
Charcuterie Class at Lost Rhino | 2-4 p.m. | Lost Rhino Brewing Company, Ashburn | $61 | Want to impress your guests? Learn how to craft the perfect charcuterie board and become the ultimate party host.
Monday, Sept. 8
Tai Chi | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Reston Regional Library, Reston | Free | Drop in or register for this relaxing Tai Chi class, featuring slow, mindful movements and meditation.
Want $50 in Toastique rewards? Be one of the first 100 guests to spend $10 at the grand opening of its new Crystal City location on Saturday, Sept. 6, starting at 8 a.m. Can’t make it that day? No stress — grand opening deals run through Wednesday. (ARLnow)
Community
The Arlington Police, Fire, Sheriff, and ECC Memorial 5K will take place this weekend, starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6. There will be road closures around Pentagon and Crystal City from 3 to 9 p.m. See which roads will be impacted. (ARLnow)
Listen
Catch a free performance by the Grammy-nominated New York Polyphony, a renowned vocal ensemble. They’ll perform at Virginia Theological Seminary on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 7:30 p.m. (ALXnow)
Festival
The Celtic Festival returns to Shirlington on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 12 to 6 p.m., hosted by Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub. Admission is free — check out the activities you can experience at this festival. (Patch)
Sports
Grab your paddles, the Loudoun County Pickleball Classic returns for its second year on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 1606 Village Market Blvd. SE. in Leesburg. You can register here through Friday, Sept. 22.
Traffic
To be, or not to be… it looks like not to be. A previously planned roundabout for Church Street in Vienna has been cancelled. The town council voted against this project on Monday, Aug. 25, because it was decided that adding stop signs would provide the same effect. (FFXnow)
Real Estate
Tomorrow night’s Powerball jackpot is up to an estimated $1.7 billion, the third-highest prize in the game’s history. If you manage to land the fortune, you could buy this home coming to McLean in December. Just a suggestion.
Shop
Score this cap sleeve tee for an effortless transition from summer to autumn wardrobing. It features a chic V-neck design and is available in 12+ colors. Bonus: It’s under $17.*
I can already see myself roaming the streets of the Mosaic District in Fairfax wearing my favorite cable-knit sweater and a hot apple cider in hand. This fall-themed festival from Saturday, Sept. 27 to Sunday, Sept. 28 offers live music, local vendors, and kid-friendly activities.
The chance to learn a new language during Babbel’s Best Sale of the Year. Turn your morning read into a new daily habit — with Babbel, 10 minutes a day builds real conversation skills you can use on your next trip or at the international festival downtown. Get lifetime access for $199 across all 14 languages.*
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.
Sweet news for Arlington residents. While we’re sad to see Nicecream close its doors in the Clarendon neighborhood, there’s a silver lining — Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the popular ice cream chain, is set to take over the space. Stay tuned for updates on its grand opening. While you wait, make sure to check out our ice cream guide for other spots to try.
A new spot to get my necessary post-dinner sweet treat. | Photo by NOVAtoday
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