Fun Things to do in Arlington Parks!

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August 11, 2022



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Get Ready to ENJOY Fall with Arlington Parks & Recreation! 

Check out the fall ENJOY Arlington catalog with lots of great classes and nature programs. Registration is now open! Learn more here

 


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Share your Input on the Draft Forestry and Natural Resources Plan

Arlington County would like your input on the draft Forestry and Natural Resources PlanThere are many ways to learn about the plan and share your ideas. Over the coming months, staff will be reaching out to the community to get input. Here are two ways now:

  • Online Draft Plan Review: Open now until October 3. Read and comment directly on the draft plan here. (Please note that the draft plan is predominately text-only so that it is easier to review the content. The final draft plan will include charts and images.)
  • Online Feedback Form: Open now until October 3. Click here to share your thoughts.

Learn more here..


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Meet us at the 46th Arlington County Fair August 17-21 at Thomas Jefferson Park


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Fun Free Family Movies! 


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The Wetter, the Better!

Take a break from the summer heat at our spraygrounds! Check out our locations and hours of operation for summer refreshment here. (Note to Self: Spraygrounds close after Labor Day)


Adopt an Arlington Tree 

Arlington residents can help Arlington County's trees thrive through dry weather by participating in the County’s Adopt-A-Tree program. Trees can be adopted wherever there is access to water, such as street trees in front of homes, to help keep trees healthy and strong and to grow our tree canopy. Learn more and sign up here. Check out more ways you can support Arlington’s trees here


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Drop-In to Swim at Long Bridge!

There's nothing like a pool on a hot summer day. Lucky for you, Arlington County has one of the best pools in the DMV! Drop-in to swim at Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center. Day passes are just $9 for County residents. Learn more here. Don't want to swim? Try a drop-in fitness class instead! 


Free Performances at Lubber Run Amphitheater

Come by the Lubber Run Amphitheater for the final performances of the 2022 season!

  • Thurs., Aug. 11, 8 p.m.: The 257th Army Band, The Band of the Nation's Capital
  • Fri., Aug. 12, 8 p.m.: National Chamber Ensemble
  • Sat., Aug. 13, 11 a.m.: Rainbow Rock Band
  • Sat., Aug. 13, 8 p.m.: Karen Jonas
  • Sun., Aug. 14, 11 a.m.: Blue Sky Puppets: The Three Not So Little Pigs

Learn more here. 


Arlington County is launching a broadband study as part of its effort to make sure residents have affordable, reliable access to high-speed internet. Help us track how we stack up with our digital eCheckup.Share your experience here.


More to Do in August in Arlington

August 13 - Viva Cultura! Latino Festival at Gateway Park

August 13 - Forever Grateful Market at Long Bridge Park

August 27 – Arlington Public Safety Block Party at Kenmore MS


Beat the Heat @ Our Centers!

Check out this list of places to play basketball, soccer, pickleball and more indoors at our community centers! And, while you're out and about, keep hydrated and drink plenty of water.

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