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Holiday Cheer for All to Hear

The Arlington County Police Department is hosting its 10th Annual Fill the Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive, benefiting children in need in the community. 

A Different Kind of Priceless

Arlington Public Library is hosting its 2024 Holiday Gift Nook, a free holiday shopping event that is open to all. 

Tree Canopy Study 

A new, high-accuracy study shows a steady increase in Arlington's tree canopy over the last ten years. 

Learn more about the benefits of increased tree canopy by watching a short presentation video. 

• Ready to join the conversation at the County Board regular meeting on Nov. 18? Review the agenda highlights and reserve your spot to speak.  
  
  
• Help shape a sustainable Arlington. Submit your thoughts on the Green Building Incentive Policy by Nov. 17.
  
  
• Now through Dec. 4, review and offer feedback on recommendations for Arlington’s homeownership programs.
  
  
• The County wants to hear about your experience with Ranked Choice Voting - share by Nov. 19.
  
  
• A new green space is coming to Crystal City. Learn about the Metro Market Square project and offer feedback until Nov. 22.
  
  
• Arlington’s Human Services Strategic Plan is offering residents an opportunity to help shape a brighter future for the county. Take a short survey before Dec. 2.

• Enjoy more time in nature. Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers now have extended hours.
  
  
• Arlington's preventative tree maintenance program is operating in the Arlington Ridge neighborhood. Want to see where it's heading next?
  
  
• As we approach Native American Heritage Day, explore the history of Indian boarding schools with Washington Post journalists Dana Hedgpeth and Sari Horwitz on Nov. 20.
  
  
• Don’t miss your chance to network with Latino tech professionals and foster new business connections. Register for the free event on Nov. 20.
  
  
• Time to crown a champion. The Teen Takeover: Battle of the DJs on Nov 16. Enjoy live DJ battles, red carpet moments, raffle prizes, and more.
  
  
• Get ahead this season with holiday jobs just for teens. Check out the latest listings on Arlingteens!
  
  
• Leaf collection service is underway in Arlington. Vacuum trucks will make two scheduled passes in every neighborhood. 

Here There Be Dragons

Arlington Public Library is celebrating International Games Month with Arlington GameFest 2024 on Nov. 17. Learn about the library's game collection, enter raffles, and learn to play popular tabletop games, including Dungeons & Dragons. Registration recommended. 

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