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Fit To Frame

Arlington artist receives 2012 VAP residency.

Skill, creativity and workmanship are necessary elements for any career artist. Work that is judged worthy by peers through a juried process, however, adds a new level of professionalism.

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Comedy Stereotypes ‘70s Catholic Teaching

“Sister Mary Ignatious” at Gunston Theatre II.

With the Catholic Church in the news over issues such as the federal health care law, it seems timely to see The American Century Theater’s performance of “Sister Mary Ignatious Explains It All For You,” Christopher Durang’s comedy.

Getting Involved

Youth empowerment symposium highlights area non-profits.

On Wednesday, June 27, Arlington residents are invited to join the Empowering Arlington Youth symposium, a panel discussion of youth-centered, non-profit organizations.

Westover’s New Farmer’s Market

The new farmers market in Arlington’s Westover Village neighborhood opened last month.

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H-B Celebrates Prom Night

H-B Woodlawn Secondary School held its prom on Tuesday, June 12, at the State Theater in Falls Church.

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Science Lovers Watch Venus-Sun Crossing

A teachable moment.

Arlingtonians gathered at the top of the parking garage in Ballston Mall on June 5 at sunset to witness what will be the only occurrence in their lifetime.

Towers Park Redesign Survey Underway

Two options being considered.

The Department of Parks and Recreation is surveying Towers Park off of Columbia Pike at 801 South Scott Street as part of a plan to redesign the park and make a number of improvements.

Columbia Pike Blues

Peter Karp and Sue Foley, Karl Stoll & the Danger Zone, Moondog Medicine Show, Danny Blew & the Blues Crew and Chris Polk were the headliners at the 17th Annual Columbia Pike Blues Festival on Saturday, June 16. Hundreds of residents and fans mingled and danced hours away enjoying the music.

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YHB Ultimate Frisbee Teams End Season with Wins

At the 2012 USA Ultimate Virginia High School Championship held on May 12-13 in Carrollton, Va., the YHB boys varsity team took 1st place in the open division for the third in row out of 12 teams.

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Yorktown Grads Dowdell, Wood Teammates Again

Former Patriot sluggers play for Vienna River Dogs of CRCBL.

After stellar baseball careers at Yorktown High School, Red Dowdell and Shaun Wood have continued their successful ways while playing in the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League.

Arlington Sports Briefs

George Washington University will host a softball camp; Arlington County offers soccer clinics and registration is open for Senior Olympics.

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Arlington Real Estate: April 2012 Sales in $800,000s

In April 2012, 248 Arlington homes sold between $3,100,000-$70,000.

Arlington Real Estate: April 2012 Sales in $800,000s

Arlington Home Sales: May, 2012

In May 2012, 318 Arlington homes sold between $3,555,000-$105,000.

Arlington Home Sales in May, 2012

Editorial: Summer Projects

Reader input needed for community guides, Pet Connection.

The summer is in full swing at the Connection, with many interns and staff members focused on some light and some more serious summer projects.

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Me & My Dad Arlington Father's Day 2012

A gallery of photos submitted for Father’s Day.