 Arlington Art Truck: Hand Lettering a Family Tree by Felecia Brice McFail
Apr 5 | Lubber Run Farmers Market | Arlington Forest
With Native Arlingtonian and hand lettering artist Felecia Brice McFail, choose one of the template family trees drawn by Arlington artists Melanie Kehoss and Christiann MacAuley and fill in the names in your own writing style or use our basic introduction guide to calligraphy. As the finishing touch, watch Felecia Brice McFail title your tree with your family name and transform it into a piece of art. Hand Lettering a Family Tree runs through May 17 at various locations. More
The Poet is IN
Apr 5-27 | Various locations
The Poet Is IN returns for National Poetry Month! Keep an eye out for the pop-up booth presented by Arlington Cultural Affairs featuring noted regional poets who will create a free, personalized poem just for you in real time.
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 Arlington Artists Alliance:
Spring Artful Weekend
Apr 4-6 | Fort C.F. Smith Park | Woodmont
It’s that time again to celebrate Spring Artful Weekend at Fort C.F. Smith Park! This art event will showcase 40 artists from the Arlington Artists Alliance and is perfect for Mother’s Day shopping and revitalizing your home for springtime! Find original artworks for every budget and occasion. This event is free and open to the public. Join on Friday, April 4 from 6 to 8pm for an opening reception. More
Arlington Philharmonic
Woodwind Ensemble: Musical Poetry
Sat, Apr 5 | 2-3 p | Central Library | Virginia Square
Spend your Saturday afternoon with the Arlington Philharmonic Woodwinds as they perform "Petite Symphonie" written by Charles Gounod and "Serenade in E Flat, K. 375" written by W.A. Mozart. A light reception will follow with refreshments provided by Arlington Philharmonic. More
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MoCA Arlington
Artist Talk: Milan Warner & Foon Sham
Weds, Apr 9 | 6p | MoCA Arlington | Virginia Square
To commemorate MoCA Arlington resident artist Milan Warner’s first solo exhibition “Where growths sleep but cannot dream,” the artist will be in conversation with her mentor, celebrated DC-area sculptor Foon Sham. Warner and Sham will talk about the exhibition and also swap sculpture stories; not only was Sham was one of MoCA Arlington’s first resident artists, but he can also be credited with encouraging Warner on the path to becoming an artist. Plus, check out Foon Sham's Public Art installation Ridge right around the corner at Oakland Park! More
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MoCA Arlington: Celebrating Spring Family Series
Artist Spotlight: Molly McCracken Mixed Media Prints
Sun, Apr 6 | Met Park | National Landing
MoCA Arlington is in the park every Sunday this spring with live music, light snacks, and hands-on art making activities for the whole family. On Sunday, April 6, join 2024 Arlington Art Truck artist Molly McCracken to make mixed media prints and listen to music from Sean Tracy. More
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Juilliard Virtuosi Perform Bach, Liebermann and Brahms
Sat, Apr 5 | 7:30p | Marymount University Ballston Center | Ballston
Experience the extraordinary talents of violinist Leonid Sushansky and pianist Thomas Pandolfi as they bring to life the timeless works of Bach, Liebermann, and Brahms. Don’t miss this captivating performance by two of Juilliard's acclaimed musicians. Program featuring Johann Sebastian Bach - Sonata No. 3 in E Major, Lowell Liebermann - Sonata in G Major Op.46, and Johannes Brahms - Sonata No. 3 in D Minor Op. 108. More
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HALF-LIGHT by Langdon Graves
thru May 3 | Cody Gallery | Virginia Square
Cody Gallery is pleased to present HALF-LIGHT, a solo exhibition by Langdon Graves. This show marks her first major exhibition in the DC Metro area which opens March 22, and will remain on view through May 3. Langdon will discuss her work in conversation with curator and Marymount faculty, Sal Pirrone, Thursday, March 27 at 5pm, followed by an opening reception from 6-8pm. Moving seamlessly between two and three dimensions, Graves builds an immersive experience with her exhibition, HALF-LIGHT. Hand modeled drops of blood, rubber bands, a bird house, moths, and a single wisdom tooth set against a backdrop of hyper-saturated color present the viewer with an array of paradoxical moments within a timeless landscape. More
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Family Art PAUSE
Fri, Apr 4 | 5:30-6:30p | Studio PAUSE Pike | Douglas Park
Join Studio PAUSE for Art PAUSE to celebrate National Poetry Month and make your own section of “The Poetry Fence” to take home! All materials provided and no experience needed! Plus, join on Saturday, April 5 for a studio tour with curator Sushmita Mazumdar of the new exhibit "The Poetry Fence Comes to Arlington!", and a fun poetry activity inspired by the exhibit. More
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