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Join Us for Our Crystal Square Pool Party on Thursday, May 31st!

Posted on May 15, 2012 By Sarah Kellner (Edit) Leave a Comment
Our pool is waiting for you to jump in!

There are many ways to stay cool when the weather starts to heat up. You can snack on cool treats like frozen grapes, wear lightweight, breathable clothing like cotton and linen, and stick to the shade. If you live at Crystal Square apartments in Arlington, VA, there is another way to stay cool that is a lot more fun. Announcing our Crystal Square Pool... [Read more...]

Top Sushi Hot Spots in Arlington, Virginia

Posted on May 11, 2012 By Sarah Kellner (Edit) Leave a Comment
sushi in arlington va

It’s difficult to go around a corner in Arlington without seeing a sushi restaurant.  If you live at Crystal Square, one of the most convenient apartments in Arlington, VA  due to its location over the Metro, you can go to all of the top restaurants without driving. Top 5 sushi restaurants near Arlington, VA: Endo Sushi -    the popcorn shrimp... [Read more...]

Don’t Miss Our 2nd Annual Wellness Expo on May 10!

Posted on May 9, 2012 By Sarah Kellner (Edit) Leave a Comment
yoga, stretching, health and wellness

Now that the summer is nearly here and shorts and sandals weather is upon us, why not learn more about the ways that you can look and feel better? We would like to announce our 2nd Annual Wellness Expo taking place on the rooftop of our Crystal Square apartment community on May 10th from 5-7 p.m. At this fun event there will be plenty of opportunities... [Read more...]

Take Advantage of Our Numerous Crystal Square Amenities

Posted on May 8, 2012 By Sarah Kellner (Edit) Leave a Comment
crystal square arlington va apartment sun deck

If you want something interesting to do, you won’t have to look far from home. Our Crystal Square apartments in Arlington, VA, have a variety of great activities for you.Look out over Arlington while exercising in our rooftop fitness and cardio salon. With treadmills, ellipticals and more, we have everything you need to stay fit. Go for a refreshing... [Read more...]

Everyone Needs a Dairy Godmother

Posted on April 30, 2012 By Marcus (Edit) Leave a Comment

Unique, creamy frozen custard.Crystal Square residents in Arlington, VA, enjoy many unique restaurants and attractions. When the warmer weather inspires them to seek out some cold, delicious ice cream they find their way to The Dairy Godmother two miles away on Mount Vernon Avenue. Every day The Dairy Godmother makes fresh, frozen custard on site including... [Read more...]

A Unique Way to Celebrate Mom at Mount Vernon

Posted on April 30, 2012 By Marcus (Edit) Leave a Comment

Celebrate Mother's Day with Martha Washington.Looking for something a little different from the usual Mother’s Day flowers, card and Sunday Brunch routine? You can join the “Mother of Our Country” at Mount Vernon. This jewel of American history is less than 13 miles from your Crystal Square high-rise apartment. This special day at Mount Vernon features... [Read more...]

Build a Volunteer Team and Multiply Your Support

Posted on April 27, 2012 By Marcus (Edit) Leave a Comment
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April is National Volunteer Month, and it’s time for you to get out there and volunteer your time. The organizations you can support in Arlington are numerous and wide ranging, but you can make your impact stronger by taking your friends at Crystal Square with you. Team volunteer opportunities “Strength in numbers” rings true for success in almost... [Read more...]

Create an Irresistible Dish in Your Chic Crystal Square New Kitchen

Posted on April 26, 2012 By Marcus (Edit) Leave a Comment
Learn to cook something amazing.

Learn to cook something amazing.The kitchens at Crystal Square come fully decked out with new maple or cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, granite-style counter tops and tile flooring. It’s a spectacular setup. Now it’s time you learned how to use all this stuff. These fabulous schools can help. CulinAerie CulinAerie teaches the most... [Read more...]

Three Bars Worth The Celebration in Arlington!

Posted on April 13, 2012 By jodimott (Edit) Leave a Comment
Bars in Arlington

Arlington is known for keeping up with fast-paced cities, without necessarily being one. For one, the number of local venues where residents can eat, drink, chat and listen to music, is all too much to take in. Of course of the vast number of such eateries, crowd favorites can be boiled down to three. Ironically, they are all owned together... For years,... [Read more...]

Shop Arlington: In There, Like Swimwear!

Posted on April 10, 2012 By jodimott (Edit) Leave a Comment
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Whether you're going away on a much-needed Spring Break Vacation or just looking to tan and swim on our rooftop deck here at Crystal Square--one thing's for sure--you're going to need some new, hot swimwear! Spring and Bikini season are on the merge, so make sure you have a pair in tow wherever there's sun (you never know when you'll need it)! Luckily, our... [Read more...]