Over 30 trees in Clarendon have been decorated as part of a “yarn bomb,” an art exhibit to help raise awareness for cancer research and funding.
Parks & Recreation News
Four Mile Run Valley Policy Framework Hearings set for May
The Four Mile Run Valley planning process marks the first time the County has coordinated developing an Area Plan with a Park Master Plan.
Capital Bikeshare Coming to Gravelly Point, Theodore Roosevelt Island
The Capital bikeshare stations on National Park Service land will serve riders along the popular Mt. Vernon trail
Arlington Honors Outstanding Park Volunteers
This year’s Bill Thomas Award recipients, who have led service projects, helped expand field use, and promoted open space, were honored by the County Board in a ceremony April 24.
A Better Dawson Terrace Park
The County Board approved a $1.5 million contract to upgrade Dawson Terrace Park.
Leaving a Legacy: The Story Behind One 2018 Notable Tree Winner
More than two dozen trees in Arlington are being recognized as Notable Tree winners for 2018. This is the story behind one of the trees—and it’s connection to Arlington County government history.
Arlington’s Newest History Resource: Fort C.F. Smith Visitor Center
Highlights the history of Fort C.F. Smith, which was built in 1863 as part of a circle of 68 forts constructed around Washington, D.C. to protect the city.
April 2018 County Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Arlington County Board will consider dozens of items at its April, 2018 Regular Meeting.
Wild Turkey Spotted Running in Rosslyn. Yes, Again.
What’s with the wild turkeys recently seen walking through Rosslyn?
Earth Day in Arlington – Not a Day or Even a Month Can Hold It
The lead-up to this year’s Earth Day kicks off with E-CARE on March 31, and continues throughout the month of April with many other events.