Do you have fond memories of playing at the park when you were little? If you grew up romping outdoors on the monkey bars or soaring on the swing-set and you want to help preserve these outdoor treasures for the next generation, make sure to come out for National Public Lands Day on September 24th.  This national day of service plays a huge role in maintaining... [Read more...]

Sometimes, while browsing the racks at the mall or department store, I'm dismayed that so many of the same item hand waiting for the masses to pick them up. While there are plenty of ways to wear that shirt or to match with that purse, it'd be nice to get something completely new and original. The Ballston Arts and Crafts Market is the perfect spot in... [Read more...]

It's been a cold and wet winter, and while it's finally nice to see the sprouting buds of spring, it's not so great to see (or feel) the sinking potholes on the primary roadways of Arlington, VA. City officials and the Virginia Department of Transportation know that everyone gets a painful sinking feeling when they have to drive over a road plagued by... [Read more...]

It's a week into 2011 - have you been keeping up with your resolutions? It's never too early to start working on your self-promises for a new year, especially when you're promising to start a healthier lifestyle. Living at Crystal Square in Arlington, VA, you are surrounded by support to make healthy choices for yourself. Although most people resolve to... [Read more...]

Crystal Square is nestled right in Arlington VA and only moments from Washington D.C. So why not “live it up” and learn the about the community around the area? Crystal Square will begin a series called“Living the Crystal Square Life” Here we will help you learn the area, the community and how to “Live the Life” here in Arlington. You can expect... [Read more...]

Wait did you hear that right? Wogging? Yes. It's called wogging and it's a fusion of walking and jogging (power walking). It can help lead you to running if you don't like to run but would like to exercise. From the article "Born to Run-Walk" on WebMD: "It's a catchword for what we all do," says Michael Hewitt, exercise physiologist and research director... [Read more...]

The weekend is upon us and we all know that our Crystal Square residents need it. When we have such a long week full of stress and work we need the weekend to relax and have a good time. Washington D.C. is full of local events! Good thing we're close by! Why not checkout a few of these events over the weekend?? We hope you have a great weekend! District... [Read more...]

There's nothing like warmer weather and fresh veggies. Crystal City's FreshFarm Farmers' Market is about to start back next Tuesday, May 18th, on Crystal Drive between 18th and 20th. This market runs every Tuesday through October from 3-7pm. In celebration of the opening, Crystal City BID is giving away banner bags to those who spend $10 on a market vendor... [Read more...]

Our Facebook Referral Contest is about to come to an end. We started out with 43 fans, and now we're up to 90! I must say this has been some race. For 2 weeks we've had this contest go on, and we haven't had anyone join. Then out of nowhere Chris Langer steals the race! Only one day left in the contest and he's up to 47 referrals! Welcome new fans to our page.... [Read more...]

I can taste it now. Can you? The "Taste of Arlington" is coming to Arlington on May 16, 2010 from noon - 5pm. I'm ready for the Ballston Area to transform into a street festival with some of the best restaurants and great entertainment! More than 40 restaurants partake in this event and over 15,000 people come to the event. Here's a little facts... [Read more...]

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