Artistic Offerings Take Center Stage (July 9, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
The big news for 2009 was the decision by County Board members in July to approve creation of a cultural-arts center in the former Newseum Space in Rosslyn.
When build-out is complete, likely late next year, the facility will provide a home for a ...(read more)
Metro has new plan to ease Orange and Blue line congestion at Rosslyn station (July 9, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Post - Online
Metro is planning a major change in service patterns next summer in an effort to alleviate congestion at Rosslyn that is causing delays on the Orange and Blue lines, agency officials told the Board of Directors Thursday.
The proposal, yet to be ap...(read more)
Rosslyn Says to Trash: Get In My Belly (July 8, 2010)
Outlet: http://www.arlnow.com/
If you live or work in Rosslyn, you might have noticed something different on the sidewalks. The Rosslyn Business Improvement District recently finished installing 30 Big Belly solar trash compactors and 12 Big Belly recycling units ......(read more)
New Bike Racks for Rosslyn (July 8, 2010)
Outlet: http://www.commuterpageblog.com/
The Rosslyn BID has recently installed five new eye catching bike racks in various spots throughout Rosslyn. They are designed to complement signage and the style of the new Arlington cultural center, Artisphere, opening in October. ......(read more)
I Love the 90s Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival, "Home Alone" | GregsListDC (July 8, 2010)
Outlet: Greg's List - DC
www.co.arlington.va.us/Departments/ParksRecreation/scripts/parks/Gateway...
The movies will be shown rain or shine. In case of severe weather, including heavy rains and strong winds, movies will be cancelled.
The 2010 Rosslyn Outdoor Film...(read more)
Summer Salsa (July 8, 2010)
Outlet: Arlington Connection - Online
The Rosslyn Party at the Plaza featured the salsa band Orquesta la Romana on June 30. The schedule of free Wednesday concerts and dance lessons runs through July 28. Dance lesson is held 5:30 to 6 p.m. Dancing is from 6 to 8 p.m.
Orquesta la Roman...(read more)
What To Do (July 8, 2010)
Outlet: Chronicle-Journal
How to do
’what to do‘
What To Do is a free listing of special events in the city and region. Priority will be given to community groups, non-profit organizations and family activities. It is not intended as a free listing for businesses which...(read more)
35th Marine Corps Marathon Bibs Still Available Through Charity Partners (July 7, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Running Report
Quantico, VA
Participants Can Register to Run While Celebrating a Significant Cause
Through July, runners interested in registering for the sold-out 35th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) on October 31 can register for the 2010 event through the MCM ...(read more)
Karson Honored With Civic Federation’s ‘Sun Gazette Cup’ (July 7, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
Sun Gazette Cup recipient Stanley Karson is flanked by Arlington County Civic Federation president Michael Kerley and keynote speaker Vivek Kundra at the federation's annual banquet and awards ceremony, held April 16 at the Rosslyn Holiday Inn. (Phot...(read more)
ON THE MARKET: Enjoy Arts & Crafts Style in Ashton Heights (July 7, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
Facts for Buyers: Address: 3313 2nd Road North, Arlington (22201). Listed at: $1,385,000 by Marga Pirozzoli, American Realty Group (703) 585-4844. Schools: Long Branch Elementary, Thomas Jefferson Middle, Washington-Lee High School.
Arts & Crafts ...(read more)
I <3 the 90's - Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival (July 6, 2010)
Outlet: http://arlingtonkids.wordpress.com/
This Friday July 9th at approx. 8pm (dusk), the Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival will show the 1990 hit Home Alone. The event is free and open to the […]...(read more)
Arlington: The Rap | WOW Best credit (July 6, 2010)
Outlet: http://www.ml-j.com/
... cuz that's not me the only thing high up in here are my condo fees Welcome to Arlington the town that never fizzles Ballston, Rosslyn, Courthouse the Clizzledizzle So many places to choose you're gonna like to pick I'm in Courthouse ......(read more)
Trash-smashing compactors powered by sun - wtop.com (July 6, 2010)
Outlet: http://www.wtop.com/
Monique O'Grady, spokeswoman for the Rosslyn Business Improvement District, says the BID just received 30 of the Big Belly trash compactors. O'Grady is practically giddy when she talks about the containers. "We love our Big Bellies, ......(read more)
Where to watch July 4 fireworks in Washington, DC (July 3, 2010)
Outlet: Examiner.com
- Want to see the Capitol fireworks but avoid crowds? Check out the view from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial or the grounds of the Washington Monument. Better yet, escape downtown and head for Rosslyn's Iwo Jima Memorial or Gravelly Point Park in ...(read more)
Washington area residences offer great views, but they come at a price (July 2, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Post - Online
Spectacular views of Washington can crop up in the oddest places, delighting -- and occasionally startling -- the observer.
Rosslyn
The foyer of Ronald Easley's 30th-floor condominium in the Waterview Residences opens into a great room that co...(read more)
Slapsticon Comedy Film Festival (July 1, 2010)
Outlet: Arlington Connection - Online
A previously unknown Charlie Chaplin film discovered in a bin at an antiques fair highlights the 7th Annual Slapsticon Comedy Film Festival, featuring screenings of dozens of rare silent and sound comedies from morning until midnight, from Thursday, ...(read more)
County Officials Seeking Artisphere Chief (June 30, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
County government officials have started the process of hiring an executive director for the Artisphere cultural-arts center, set to open in October.
The executive director will have responsibility for the overall operation of the 62,000-square-fo...(read more)
Arlington Notes (June 28, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
News of interest from across the community:
News of interest from across the community:
COUNTY OFFICIALS SEEK ARTISPHERE CHIEF: County government officials have started the process of hiring an executive director for the Artisphere cultural-art...(read more)
Lehman fund transfer a boon to Monday’s Rosslyn portfolio (June 28, 2010)
Outlet: San Francisco Business Times - Online
Commercial Real Estate
Media
Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. may be bankrupt, but it’s not letting go of all its assets — especially the ones that are still performing.
A bankruptcy judge’s June 17 approval to transfer up to $262.5 million for...(read more)
The garage where secrets were parked. (June 28, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Post - Online
This article was originally published onJuly 1, 2005.
Column 32D has a halo of bumper scrapes on it now. There's plenty of light. People are picking their kids up from day care.
Not too much to distinguish this quiet corner of the parking garag...(read more)
WTEN: Albany, New York News, Weather, Sports - Insight Property Group LLC Continues Expansion with Purchase of Arlington Apartment Project (June 28, 2010)
Outlet: WTEN-TV - Online
Insight Property Group LLC Continues Expansion with Purchase of Arlington Apartment Project
SOURCE Insight Property Group LLC
MCLEAN, Va., June 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Insight Property Group LLC announced today that it has completed the acquisition ...(read more)
Financing rules complicate search for dream condo (June 25, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Post - Online
If you've been looking to buy a condo in the Washington area, you know there are deals to be had.
Prices in many areas -- not counting hot Metro-centric neighborhoods such as Rosslyn-Ballston and Dupont Circle and Logan -- are expected to stay fl...(read more)
Lockheed unit part of $500M training contract (June 25, 2010)
Outlet: KCBD-TV - Online
ROSSLYN, Va. (AP) - Lockheed Martin Corp. said Thursday that one of its business units was chosen to take part in a five-year contract worth up to $500 million to provide training and other services for the State Department.
The contract, awarded ...(read more)
outdoor free summer movies (June 25, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Post - Online
On 12 Public Go Out List(s)
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I Love the '90s Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival
Miscellaneous Events
6/25 - 9/3
On 21 Public Go Out List(s)
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Movies on the Potomac: Family Sundays
Miscellaneous Events
6/27 - 9/26
On 10 Pub...(read more)
Rosslyn – at the center of the world (June 25, 2010)
Outlet: Active Rain.com
Unincorporated Rosslyn offers great views and beautiful landscapes in Arlington County, Virginia. The area sits in view of the Potomac River, The Arlington Cemetary, and Washington, D.C. Rosslyn is also home to the United States Marine Corps War Memo...(read more)
Where & When: What to Do Tonight (June 25, 2010)
Outlet: Washingtonian - Online
A slacker screening, ’90s divas, and Italian opera on the docket
Get a reminder about what made you love and loathe Pauly Shore tonight at the Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival, which is screening the ’90s slacker anthem Bio-Dome in Gateway Park. Shor...(read more)
Arlington Video Update Posted (June 24, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
What's new on the Arlington scene? The Sun Gazette's update with John Moriarity is now up on the Web.
Among the headlines: A previously thought-to-be-lost 1914 Charles Chaplin short film will be the highlight of the seventh annual Slapsticon Silen...(read more)
Lost Chaplin film finally sees the light (June 24, 2010)
Outlet: Star Tribune - Online
Charlie Chaplin holds a rose in this photo from the final scene in his 1931 silent film "City Lights". The film is among the American Film Institute's best romantic comedy movies.
The long-forgotten silent comedy short was discovered in a Michigan...(read more)
Marine Corps Marathon Medal Ranks #1 In U.S (June 24, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Running Report
Quantico, VA
The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) 2009 finisher medal is ranked number one among U.S. marathon medals, according to the May-June issue of Marathon & Beyond magazine. In the article, "Don't Meddle
With Tradition" written by Paul Gentr...(read more)
PAE to Support State Department African Peacekeeping Program (June 24, 2010)
Outlet: WWSB-TV - Online
Company Awarded ACOTA Contract for Training and Assistance
ROSSLYN, Va., June 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacific Architects & Engineers (PAE), a Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) company, has been selected as one of four awardees for the State Department's Afri...(read more)
Lehman gets approval to pay Rosslyn mortgages (June 21, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Business Journal - Online
A U.S. bankruptcy judge has given Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. the green light to pay off up to $262.5 million on mortgages for six Rosslyn office buildings where it has an ownership stake.
Read more at Washington Business Journal
Categories: ...(read more)
Red Light Cameras Up And Running In Rosslyn and Ballston (June 21, 2010)
Outlet: WUSA-TV - Online
ARLINGTON, Va. (WUSA) - Red Light cameras at four Arlington intersections are up and running in the Rosslyn and Ballston areas. Three are on Lee Highway.
They've been installed at Arlington's busiest intersections:
Lee Highway and North Lynn St...(read more)
Rich Massabny Reviews: DOMASO – Trattoria Moderna (June 20, 2010)
Outlet: http://richmassabnyreviews.blogspot.com/
Rosslyn restaurants keep getting better and better. A good example is Domaso, a modern Italian restaurant located in the Palomar Hotel at 1121 N. 19th St. in Rosslyn. One of the first things I noticed entering Domaso's were the bread ......(read more)
Deloitte's IMPACT Day provides roadmap for corporate volunteer programs (June 17, 2010)
Outlet: USA Today - Online
Salzberg: I had a busy day lined up in our Rosslyn, V.A. office. I spoke with a group of about 30 nonprofit CEOs at a Deloitte Center for Leadership & Community. The topic is "Leadership During Tough Times." I also joined one of our teams that has be...(read more)
Going Green (June 17, 2010)
Outlet: Arlington Connection - Online
A working rain garden and a vibrant public plaza in the heart of high-rise Rosslyn was unveiled on Earth Day, April 22, through a public-private partnership. The JBG Companies, Rosslyn Renaissance and the Rosslyn Business Improvement District (BID), ...(read more)
Ten Under $10 (June 16, 2010)
Outlet: Washingtonian - Online
The Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival brings nostalgia to you this week with Mrs. Doubtfire. The movie, shown Friday at dusk at Gateway Park, is part of the I Love the ’90s theme. Free....(read more)
SLAPSTICON 2010 TO UNVEIL LOST CHAPLIN FILM (June 15, 2010)
Outlet: http://whatsuparlington.wordpress.com/
Saturday, July 17 at 8 pm Rosslyn Spectrum Mark your calendar for this epic event! Slapsticon, Arlington's annual four day early comedy film festival, will screen for the first time […]...(read more)
AAUW Names Recipients of Arts, Education Awards (June 15, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
The Arlington branch of the American Association of University Women has announced recipients of honors to be presented at its Spring Awards Luncheon, to be held on May 22 at Army Navy Country Club.
The AAUW Elizabeth Campbell Award for the Advanc...(read more)
Three National Capital Area Homeowners Will Win $30,000 in Home Energy Makeovers (June 15, 2010)
Outlet: Business Wire
News Editors/Building/Construction Writers
ROSSLYN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 15, 2010--Three National Capital area homeowners will win up to $10,000 or more in home energy efficiency improvements as part of the National Capital Home Energy Makeo...(read more)
County Aims to Add a Bit More Space to Artisphere (June 13, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
It’s alive! Or, if not technically “alive,” it continues to grow.
County Board members on June 12 are expected to approve the leasing of an additional 570 square feet of adjoining space for the opening-in-the-fall Artisphere cultural center in Ros...(read more)
Karson Honored With Civic Federation’s ‘Sun Gazette Cup’ (June 12, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
Sun Gazette Cup recipient Stanley Karson is flanked by Arlington County Civic Federation president Michael Kerley and keynote speaker Vivek Kundra at the federation's annual banquet and awards ceremony, held April 16 at the Rosslyn Holiday Inn. (Phot...(read more)
I AM WITH THE ROSSLYN BID. (June 11, 2010)
Outlet: WJLA-TV
I AM WITH THE ROSSLYN BID. EVERY FRIDAY AT DUSK WE SHOW THE I LOVE THE 90S ROCKLIN OUTDOOR FESTIVAL FILM FESTIVAL AT THE FOOT OF THE BRIDGE. GOOD MORNING, WASHINGTON. IT WILL BE A PERFECT NIGHT FOR THE MOVIES IN ROSSLYN AT GATEWAY PARK, LOWUTYDIMI...(read more)
4 new red light cameras to go up in Arlington - wtop.com (June 11, 2010)
Outlet: http://wtop.com/
The cameras are to be installed later this month at intersections in Rosslyn and Ballston. Drivers photographed running a red light will face a $50 fine. A police spokeswoman says that drivers photographed running red lights during an ......(read more)
Deloitte completes study for Capital Area Food Bank (June 11, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Business Journal - Online
Washington Business Journal - by Tierney Plumb
A new study completed by Deloitte LLP for the Capital Area Food Bank pinpoints where hunger in the D.C. area is high and access to affordable food is low.
In certain areas of Prince William, Fairfa...(read more)
Deloitte completes study for Capital Area Food Bank (June 11, 2010)
Outlet: Business Journal Serving Greater Milwaukee - Online
A new study completed by Deloitte LLP for the Capital Area Food Bank pinpoints where hunger in the Washington area is high and access to affordable food is low.
In certain areas of Prince William, Fairfax and Prince George’s counties, for example,...(read more)
Lost Chaplin Appearance to Highlight Slapsticon Festival (June 10, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
A previously thought-to-be-lost 1914 Charles Chaplin short film will be the highlight of the seventh annual Slapsticon Silent Comedy Film Festival, to be held July 15-18 at Rosslyn Spectrum.
The film, “A Thief Catcher,” was among a group of Keysto...(read more)
Where & When: What to Do this Weekend (June 10, 2010)
Outlet: Washingtonian - Online
John Waters’s 1990 comedy, Cry-Baby, starring Johnny Depp as bad boy Cry-Baby Walker, screens at Rosslyn’s Gateway Park at 8:15 as part of the ongoing I Love the ’90s film series. Free.
The Celebrate Fairfax! Festival, which features live music, f...(read more)
After a century, lost Chaplin film found in trunk (June 8, 2010)
Outlet: Palm Beach Post
The diminutive figure emerges from the underbrush wearing a Keystone Kops uniform about four sizes too large. He screws up his courage by giving a very familiar wiggle of his butt, followed by a very familiar wriggle of his shoulders.
He's wearing...(read more)
After a century, lost Chaplin film found in trunk (June 7, 2010)
Outlet: Palm Beach Post - Online
By Columnist Name Here and Scott Eyman
Palm Beach Post Staff Writer
The diminutive figure emerges from the underbrush wearing a Keystone Kops uniform about four sizes too large. He screws up his courage by giving a very familiar wiggle of his b...(read more)
County Aims to Add a Bit More Space to Artisphere (June 7, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
It’s alive! Or, if not technically “alive,” it continues to grow.
County Board members on June 12 are expected to approve the leasing of an additional 570 square feet of adjoining space for the opening-in-the-fall Artisphere cultural center in Ros...(read more)
Exclusive: Lost Charlie Chaplin film discovered in Michigan antique sale (June 7, 2010)
Outlet: Palm Beach Post - Online
Palm Beach Post Staff Writer
The diminutive figure emerges from the underbrush wearing a Keystone Cop uniform about four sizes too large. He screws up his courage by giving a very familiar wiggle of his butt, followed by a very familiar wriggle of...(read more)
Ten Under $10 (June 2, 2010)
Outlet: Washingtonian - Online
Office Space, an arts parade, and Poetry on the Patio, all for $10 or less.
Relive the cubicle angst of Peter Gibbons with a free screening of Office Space at Gateway Park. The film, part of Rosslyn’s I Love the ’90s series, starts at dusk—bring a...(read more)
2010 Outdoor Film Festival Roundup (May 21, 2010)
Outlet: DCist
Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival Following last year's selection of '80s movies, this year's Rosslyn film fest at Gateway Park (base of Key Bridge - 1300 Lee Hwy, Arlington, VA) shows its love for the '90s. On Fridays (April 30 - September 3, 2010) at...(read more)
Orange Line Connection (May 20, 2010)
Outlet: Arlington Connection - Online
Gateway to Fitness
Start your Saturdays on the good foot. Hula-Hoop the pounds away with Hoopnotica instructor Jocelyn Gordon on Saturday, May 29 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Gateway Park in Arlington. Free and open to anyone interested in attending....(read more)
Community Gears Up for ‘Bike to Work Day’ (May 17, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
Bike to Work Day will be celebrated across the region on Friday, May 21, and there will be “pit stops” set up in Arlington at three locations: Conte’s Bike Shop, 3924 Wilson Blvd.; Rosslyn Gateway Park; and Crystal City Water Park, located on Crystal...(read more)
CULINAIRE Restaurant in Rosslyn,VA (May 15, 2010)
Outlet: http://richmassabnyreviews.blogspot.com/
Myer Dr. in Rosslyn, this eaterie is a training school for future chefs. In short, the food is first class and very reasonably priced. Headed by restaurant manager Alison Friedman and executive chef Michael Roll, Culinaire has a varied ......(read more)
Events in Arlington and Alexandria in the Going Out Guide, May 13-19 (May 13, 2010)
Outlet: Washington Post - Online
THU
May 13
ROSSLYN FARMERS MARKET The market returns with vendors selling teas, fruits, vegetables and other foods. With blues-rock singer Tom Principato, the first in a series of weekly concerts. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Rosslyn Farmers Market, North O...(read more)
Boeing Appoints New Washington, D.C. Corporate Office Leaders (May 8, 2010)
Outlet: FinChannel.com
The FINANCIAL -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] has announced three new executives for key roles within its Washington, D.C., Government Operations office.
"David H. Morrison, most recently a principal at the Podesta Group, will join Boeing as vice president, ...(read more)
Karson Honored With Civic Federation’s ‘Sun Gazette Cup’ (May 8, 2010)
Outlet: Sun Gazette - Online
Sun Gazette Cup recipient Stanley Karson is flanked by Arlington County Civic Federation president Michael Kerley and keynote speaker Vivek Kundra at the federation's annual banquet and awards ceremony, held April 16 at the Rosslyn Holiday Inn. (Phot...(read more)
Restaurateur Andy Shallal: "Arts Saved My Life" (May 8, 2010)
Outlet: WRC-TV - Online
Andy Shallal, Busboys & Poets, Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington
Artists, performers, poets and business leaders gathered last night at the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington's ART BIZZ Ball to honor area restaurateur Andy Shallal. ...
...(read more)