Take advantage of nutrient-dense produce right in the DMV. | Photo via Area 2 Farms
Tucked away on South Oxford Street in Arlington, a 3,000 sqft facility operating in a former paper warehouse, is a local farm serving more than 200 people across the DMV. Meet Area 2 Farms.
What is Area 2 Farms?
Founded in 2021, this community farm utilizes soil-based techniques to cultivate a diverse range of produce, including root vegetables, herbs, and leafy greens.
The farm operates on a “Move the farm, not the food” philosophy. Instead of produce traveling hundreds of miles to reach grocery store shelves, losing nutrients along the way, Area 2 Farms delivers freshly harvested crops directly to nearby communities within about 10 miles of its Arlington location.
How you can get involved
Area 2 Farms is always looking for volunteers to help bring good food to the community. Sign up here to stay up-to-date on community outreach opportunities, community clean-ups, and compost management.
Looking to help set up the new Fairfax location? On Saturday, Oct. 5, Area 2 Farms is looking for folks to help clean up trash, pull weeds, and plant seedlings. Make sure to register for this event here.
HAIM | 7:30 p.m. | Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD | $32+ | Catch this Grammy-nominated sister trio live in Maryland as they bring the tour for their brand-new album, “I quit,” to the stage.
Thursday, Sept. 11
Napa Valley Wine Dinner with Trespass Vineyard | 6-9 p.m. | Vermilion, Alexandria | $209 | Live luxuriously and indulge in a four-course meal while trying wines from the Napa Valley winery Trespass Vineyard.
Friday, Sept. 12
EagleMania: The Eagles Tribute Band | 7:30 p.m. | The Birchmere, Alexandria | $45 | Listen to this tribute performance featuring timeless hits from The Eagles, along with select solo favorites from the band’s members.
Saturday, Sept. 13
Low-Cost Vaccine + Microchip Clinic | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Animal Welfare League of Arlington, Arlington | $0+ | Keep your cats and dogs safe by getting them vaccinated for rabies and distemper, as well as microchipped.
Fairfax Sports Card, Pokemon, and Collectibles Show | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Comfort Inn University Center, Fairfax | Free | Price of purchase | Looking for the next sports card to add to your collection? Check out what various local vendors have to offer.
Tio Pinche Bar + Grill, a new spot specializing in Honduran cuisine, is set to open on Friday, Sept. 12, in Sterling. Head to 22034 Shaw Rd. for the opening at 11 a.m. to try dishes like Paella de Mariscos and Chile en Nogada. (The Burn)
Eat
GrillMarx, a Maryland-born steakhouse and raw bar, is officially open in Falls Church. The restaurant seats up to 370 guests and features seven different cuts of steak. Plans are underway to introduce a brunch menu and options for kids. (ARLnow)
Sports
Title Boxing Club plans to open on Columbia Pike in Arlington, where the OrangeTheory Fitness used to be located. You can take advantage of its 52-week progression program and interval training. Other locations in NOVA include Falls Church, Fairfax, and Ashburn. (ARLnow)
Art
Murals may soon cover entire walls in Alexandria. The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing on Saturday, Sept. 14, to discuss whether murals should be allowed to occupy full building walls. Read more about the proposal here. (ALXnow)
Open
Talk Tiles to Me, the new mahjong studio in Falls Church, is now open at 113 Rowell Ct. Players can join learn-to-play sessions, open play hours, league nights, or book the space for private events. (ARLnow)
Try This
Corsica Wine Bar in Reston Town Center is officially serving up dishes inspired by the Mediterranean island of Corsica. The Reston location is the establishment’s second location, with the first being located in Denver, CO. (The Burn)
Development
Wondering what the revamped Old Town Pool will look like? The City of Alexandria will unveil its plans for this popular spot at the community meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The general plan is to modernize the facility for the future community. (ALXnow)
State
You know what they say… a flapjack a day keeps the doctor away. Alright, we know that isn’t the saying, but it should be. Williamsburg will host its inaugural pancake festival from Friday, Sept. 26, to Saturday, Sept. 27. Can’t make it that weekend? Check out the Williamsburg Pancake Trail all September long.
Mailbag
Reader Andrew W. recently wrote in with a question: Where exactly are the tides we mention at the top of the newsletter? These tides are for Alexandria, and we gather the information here. Do you want to see another area of NOVA covered in our “tides” section? Let us know.
Correction
A big thank-you to reader John C. for catching this detail. In our recent feature on a beautiful estate in Leesburg, we mentioned tennis courts on the property. As it turns out, the listing actually highlights pickleball courts. So while it may not be a dream spot for tennis players, it’s certainly a paradise for pickleball enthusiasts.
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Austin Allison’s Pacaso has already earned $110 million+ in gross profit to date. | Image provided by Pacaso
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