Insider: July 4, Indie Films, Bus Voting & More
Post date: Jun 26, 2013 7:58:41 PM
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June 26, 2013
Best Fireworks View — Right Here in Arlington
Watch the national fireworks from Long Bridge Park on July 4. Festivities run from 3-10 p.m. Enjoy arts and crafts vendors, games and music from four great acts, including headliner The Verve Pipe. Plus BBQ, Banh Mi, Po' Boys and other yummy food.
Watch (Free) Indie Films
Your library card makes thousands of films in the streaming IndieFlix collection available to watch on your smartphone, tablet, Roku, XBox and more.
Cast Your ART Vote
Choose your favorite design from the three finalists. The design with the most votes will be used to wrap an ART bus.
► Vote now
Transportation Forum
On Thu., June 27, join a forum focused on proposed Arlington and regional transportation projects.
News Around Town
► ‘Echo boomers’ flock to District, Arlington
► Arlington Public Art Project Selected As One Of Top 50
► Local Public-Safety Initiative Wins Accolade
► Fitness First to Become Gold’s Gym
► Jimmy John’s Coming to Rosslyn
► Western Rosslyn Area Planning Study, Includes Wilson School
► County Review of Columbia Pike Super Stop Program Underway
Video: SuperNOVA
Did you miss Rosslyn's recent performance art festival? Watch this video recap for a glimpse at the artists who enlivened the streets and energized the open spaces of Rosslyn.
Mark Your Calendar
► June 26: Neighborhood Town Walk (PDF)
► June 28: Gangstagrass at Artisphere
► June 28-30: METRO Weekend Track Work
► June 29: SOA Goes to the Movies
► June 30: Annual Firefly Festival
► July 1: ART 45, 53, 75 Schedule Changes
► July 4: County Offices Closed
County Q
What fireworks are permitted in Arlington and how can I handle them safely?
Arlington's Fire Department offers 12 tips for safe handling and links to a list of approved fireworks.