Sweater weather is this close: 🤏! Fall into autumn with festivals, rigorous races and fun runs, , outdoor markets and a new pop-up art gallery. Here’s a peek at the happenings.
Remembrance to Renewal: Community Reflection on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11
Learn how the terrorist attacks impacted Arlington and the country through a panel discussion on response, remembrance and resilience. The event, sponsored by Arlington County, the Arlington Public Library and the Military Women’s Memorial, will take place Sept. 11, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Amazon HQ2, Merlin Room, 510 14th St., S., Arlington (National Landing)
Dueling Pianos at Tysons Corner Center
The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos will put on a lively, interactive performance on PenFed Plaza on Sept. 11, 6-8 p.m. Request your favorite songs and sing along to tunes by Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Taylor Swift and other chart-toppers. PenFed Plaza, 1961 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons
Clarendon Ballroom DJ Series
Get your groove on this month with nationally and internally recognized DJs spinning mixes in Clarendong. The first is Kyle Cooke on Sept. 11, but you’ll have to join the waitlist and cross your fingers for a ticket. Spots are still available for Ship Wrek, an LA-based duo who will perform Sept. 12. Tickets start at $11. Others include Sickick on Sept. 18, Laidback Luke on Sept. 19, Sam Feldt on Sept. 25 and Morgan Page on Sept. 26. All shows start at 9 p.m. Check the website for ticket prices. 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
McLean Fall Community Parking Lot Sale
One person’s trash may well be your treasure. Discover more than 60 vendors selling gently used clothing and household items at this sale on Sept. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
Rosslyn Jazz Fest
Ready to get funky? Rosslyn’s 34th annual celebration of jazz, funk and soul kicks off Sept. 12, 1-7 p.m., headlined by Plena Libre, one of Puerto Rico’s most celebrated musical groups. Other performers include New Orleans-inspired Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars; instrumental trio Parlor Greens; and Dogo du Togo & The Alagaa Beat Band, a D.C. collective of top Togolese musicians blending psychedelic rock and afrobeat into the “Alagaa Beat.” Admission is free. Gateway Park, 1300 Langston Blvd., Arlington (Rosslyn)
Rude Screen at Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington
Through Sept. 13, check out the works of artistic duo Crasis (aka Andy Davis and Anne Lukins), who use sculpture, video and installation to explore themes of longing, seduction, evasion and capture. Free. 3550 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston)
Bourbon Class at The Falls
Sip your way through a whiskey tasting with Bourbonology on Sept. 14, 6 p.m. The $45 ticket includes pours of Larceny and Weller Full Proof and 1792 Small Batch and Four Roses Single Barrel. The experience also includes a little bourbon history. The Falls, 370 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Career Forward: Veteran Transition Summit
Marymount University, Virginia Works and the Virginia Department of Veterans Services will host a free career session Sept. 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., for military veterans and transitioning service members looking for civilian jobs. The event will include hands-on workshops, employer networking and personalized career planning, plus a career fair. Register here. Marymount University Ballston Center, 1000 N. Glebe Road, Arlington (Ballston)
Book Talk with Author Paul Easton
The local writer will discuss his debut memoir, Carnage of the Silver Fox, on Sept. 16, 7-9 p.m., at Fonts Books & Gifts. The Scottish writer, poet, basketball coach and father will sign copies and share stories. Free. 6262 Old Dominion Drive, McLean
Tysons Mixed Market
Every Thursday this month, stop at The Boro to support local business and culture. From 4-8 p.m., the event will have vintage vendors and artisans, plus live music and free fitness. On Sept. 17 and 24, Fairfax County Animal Services will host an Adoptable Dogs Meet-and-Greet in case you’re looking to expand your family. 8350 Broad St., Tysons
NaLa Noches
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Met Park with live Latin music and dance classes every Thursday from Sept. 17-Oct. 15, 5-7 p.m. Stay on theme with empanadas from Peruvian Brothers, knock back a complimentary Topo Chico and get creative with hands-on “Colores y Cultura” art activations by the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington. 1330 S. Fair St., Arlington (National Landing)
Elementary Cotillion with Mrs. B
Pardon me, but would you like your child to improve their manners? At this three-week series, running Sept. 17 and 24 and Oct. 1, 5-6:30 p.m., little ones will learn how to comport themselves through proper body language and dining skills while enjoying a seated tea service. The cost is $250 for all three sessions at Tea with Mrs. B (aka Rebecca Czarniecki), an etiquette school. 136 W. Jefferson St., Falls Church
Culinary Class: Mozzarella & Burrata Making
Mike Hauke, founder of Tony Baloney’s pizzeria, which serves his Shark Tank-famous Mad Mutz mozzarella sticks, will lead a class on how to make mozzarella. Join him Sept. 17, 6-7:30 p.m., to learn how to stretch fresh mozz, make creamy stracciatella and shape your own burrata. Nosh on samples with crostini, caponata and artichoke spreads, then take your creations home. Tickets are $35. 1700 N. Moore St., Arlington (Rosslyn)
Author Talk with Jared Huffman
The Democratic representative from California will sit down with Rep. Don Beyer (D-Virginia) on Sept. 17, 7 p.m., to discuss his new book, No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy from Christian Nationalism. Tickets are $35 and include a copy of the book. One More Page Books, 1200 N. Westmoreland St., Arlington
Something Wonderful: Broadway’s Leading Ladies at Signature Theatre
Actress Tracy Lynn Olivera will pay homage through song to some of New York’s greats, including Ethel Merman and Julie Andrews, in a musical revue that runs through Sept. 20. Tickets begin at $61. 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington)
(Not) Strictly Painting at the McLean Project for the Arts
Now in its 15th iteration, this biennial exhibition celebrates paintings as an artform, as well as (new this year) works that are loosely or tangentially related to paintings. The juried show runs through Nov. 7, showcasing pieces by 39 artists throughout the Mid-Atlantic area. Attend an Artist Talk on Sept. 26, 11 a.m. 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
Bourbon Heritage Month at Copperwood Tavern
Drink a toast to the beloved spirit with all-day happy hour deals, featuring different pours throughout the month of September. The first week highlights Isaac Bowman Port Cask, Yellowstone 109, Heaven’s Door and Buffalo Trace. 4021 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington)
Taco Bamba Bar Crawl
The taqueria’s sixth annual bar crawl runs all month long, with a weekly featured cocktail and glass that you can take home. The offerings include a Woodfire pineapple mezcal margarita, paloma, Bamba colada and strawberry watermelon spicy margarita. New cocktails and collectible barware will be released each Wednesday at all locations. Are you the DD? The Falls Church location will have mocktail versions, too. 4000 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston); 4041 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington); and 2190 Pimmit Drive, Falls Church
