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Photo by Jason Lunasin
Día de los Muertos Celebration – an evening picnic!
Fri, Nov 1 | 5-8p | MoCA Arlington | Virginia Square
Join us for an evening picnic on the lawn of Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington with family-friendly art projects, Loteria games, vendors, performance and games. Delicious tacos and craft espresso drinks from local food trucks. Live performances include music from Mariachi Los Amigos, dance from Los Quetzales, and poetry reading from Edith Graciela Sanabria. Artist David Amoroso is building a large-scale ofrenda (altar) on the front portico of the building; bring a photo of a loved one who has passed to include and be honored. Come, be part, and celebrate. Read more about the Día de los Muertos Celebration. More
Let it FLOW! by Scott Pennington
Sat, Oct 26 | 8a-11a | Arlington Mill Community Center | Arlington Mill
Join for the last Arlington Art Truck activation of the season! Match and toss bean bags with images of cotton swabs, dental floss, cat litter, human waste, toilet paper, cigarette butts, “flushable” wipes, etc. with the proper disposal vessel: sink, toilet, trash can or the food scraps collection bin. This colorful carnival game built specifically for Arlington by artist Scott Pennington is designed to accommodate two to three players at a time making it fun for friends and family! Learn how household waste impacts the County’s wastewater collection and treatment systems and how you can help. More
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 Dominion Stage: Fun Home
Oct 25-Nov 9 | Gunston Theatre Two | Long Branch Creek
A contemporary musical based on Alison Bechdel's graphic memoir. As Alison navigates her past, she reflects on her relationship with her enigmatic father, Bruce, a closeted gay man and funeral home director, and she grapples with the challenges of coming to terms with her identity amidst her father's secrets and her family's hidden truths. From the playful exuberance of childhood to the complexities of adulthood, this Tony Award-winning musical captivates audiences with its emotional depth and authenticity. More
Artist Talk at the Innovation Studio + Store: Danni O’Brien
Fri, Oct 25 | 6p | MoCA Innovation Studio | National Landing
Join for a conversation with current Innovation Studio Artist in Residence, Danni O’Brien, and MoCA Arlington Curator of Exhibitions, Blair Murphy. Hear more about the development, process, and practice of O’Brien’s work. More
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Signature Theatre: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Oct 29-Jan 12 | Signature Theatre | Shirlington
It’s a comedy tonight in Sondheim’s zany, hysterical, Tony Award-winning musical romp. In one of the greatest musical comedies of all time, three households reside next to each other in ancient Rome. Just outside their doors, the exploits of a quick-thinking Roman slave, a braggart soldier, a beautiful courtesan, a lovesick young man and others devolve into uproarious chaos in a fast-paced, witty and monumental escapade. With mistaken identities, wily ruses, madcap chases, a love story, and a happy ending of course, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum’s audacious and irreverent spectacle has something for everyone. More
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Arlington Reads: Damian Duffy & John Jennings
Thurs, Oct 24 | 6:30-8p | Central Library | Virginia Square
Join Arlington Public Library for a conversation with authors and illustrators Damian Duffy and John Jennings to talk about their graphic novel adaptations of Octavia Butler's "Kindred" and "Parable of the Sower." Arrive by 6:00pm to see a performance by the DC Bushwick Book Club, presenting a new program of works inspired by Octavia Butler's "Parable of the Sower." There will be music by Antoñio Villaronga and Boy Meets Pearl, spoken word by Gene Downing and a short film by Kerri Sheehan. The author conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A and book signing. More
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Closing Event for "Elemental" by June Linowitz
Sun, Oct 27 | 5-7p | Fred Schnider Gallery of Art | Virginia Square
Come join for the closing event of June Linowitz's captivating exhibition, "Elemental," at the Fred Schnider Gallery of Art. This is your last chance to immerse yourself in the beauty and depth of Linowitz's work, exploring the elemental forces that inspire her creations. Meet the artist, mingle with fellow art enthusiasts, and experience the power of art in person. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with the artist and her stunning pieces before the exhibition closes. More
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Artist's Reception: Regina Chua of Art by Courage
Tues, Oct 29 | 6-7p | Columbia Pike Library | Arlington Heights
The Incubator at Arlington Public Library invites you to join for an author talk by Regina Chua (Art by Courage) as she exhibits art from The Immigrant Experience, shows process videos, and discusses her inspiration. The library will offer recommended titles about Regina's topic for checkout. Light snacks will be provided. For more information on art exhibits at Arlington Public Library, visit the Art at the Library page. More
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