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The Glebe Ladies Tennis Club is recruiting women in and around Arlington during its annual membership drive. The club welcomes players of every skill level and has more than 100 members who take part in tennis and social activities throughout the year.
A modest annual fee supports Wednesday drop-in court reservations, an annual directory and other events. Members who join by March 1, 2024, will be included in the directory.
Arlington residents can also donate adult clothing and shoes to the Centers for Opportunity Arlington, a stigma-free gathering place for people recovering from homelessness, substance use and mental illness. Work-appropriate clothing is particularly needed for participants seeking jobs. Donations may be brought to 3219 Columbia Pike, Suite 101. Program coordinator Greg can be reached at 703-567-1346.
Arlington Neighborhood Village, Arlington County and Marymount University are recruiting volunteers for the Community Ambassador Program. Volunteers connected to civic groups, faith communities, senior centers and apartment buildings will learn how to direct older adults to services, social opportunities and educational activities.
Ambassadors will also gather community feedback and help older residents remain safe, independent and connected. Prospective volunteers may contact cap@anvarlington.org. Seniors seeking assistance or activities can call 703-509-8057 to connect with an ambassador.
Theater and ongoing performances
Through Feb. 15, Dominion Stage presents Anthony Giardina’s “The City of Conversation” at Theatre on the Run in Green Valley. Spanning 30 years and six presidential administrations, the drama follows Georgetown hostess Hester Ferris as political change and family conflict collide.
Through Feb. 16, The Arlington Players stages “The Play That Goes Wrong” at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre. The farce follows an accident-prone university drama society attempting to finish a murder mystery despite collapsing performances, missed lines and an uncooperative corpse.
Signature Theatre presents Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes’ “In the Heights” from Feb. 11 through May 4. Set in New York’s Washington Heights, the musical explores community, love, dreams and gentrification amid news of a life-changing lottery ticket. Discussion nights are March 18 and April 9, Pride Night is April 25, and an ASL-interpreted performance is scheduled for 2 p.m. March 29.
Feb. 6
The SMPS DC Networking Charity and Comedy Extravaganza runs from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Filling Station, 4201 Wilson Blvd. The evening combines professional networking and comedy while supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, D.C., which assists families with seriously ill children.
Actor, director and playwright Eric Hissom joins Signature Theatre Education Director David Zobell from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Mead Lobby. Hissom will discuss his career and preparation to play crisis therapist Loyd in the psychological thriller “JOB.”
The virtual State of the Pike program runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Representatives from Arlington agencies, police and public schools will discuss current and planned developments along Columbia Pike and take questions and ideas from participants.
Feb. 7-8
Free chamber concerts begin at noon Feb. 7 and 14 at St. George’s Church, 915 N. Oakland St., near the Virginia Square Metro. The Friday Morning Music Club will perform Beethoven, Ravel and Bolcom on Feb. 7, followed by Schubert, Telemann, Ismail and Cassado on Feb. 14. The monthly series continues on the first two Fridays through May.
An online hydroponics class runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 7. Extension Master Gardener intern Joe Larsen will cover soil-free vegetable growing, hydroponic system types, do-it-yourself construction, best practices and troubleshooting. The class is free.
The Comedy Karaoke Trivia Funtime Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8 at Highline RxR, 2010 Crystal Drive. Individuals and teams can compete for prizes in trivia and karaoke, with comedian Patrice DeVeaux headlining.
Feb. 12-15
Artist Negar Ahkami hosts “Y’All Go Rhythm!” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington’s Innovation Studio + Store in National Landing. Her interactive dance platforms draw on Persian architectural patterns and memories of Iranian-American celebrations while exploring hospitality, connection, resilience and play.
Rosslyn’s Pal-Entine Day Pop-Up runs from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Bennett Park Art Atrium. Activities include a book sale, valentine-making, friendship bracelets, typewritten poems and live music from Jessica Allossery. A cash bar will be available.
The National Chamber Ensemble presents “Love at the Cinema” at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 15 in Theatre 1 at Gunston Arts Center, 2700 South Lang St. Violinist Leonid Sushansky, cellist Rosanna Butterfield and pianist Carlos César Rodríguez will perform romantic film music associated with works including “The Wizard of Oz,” “Ladies in Lavender,” “Scent of a Woman,” “Eyes Wide Shut” and “The Phantom of the Opera.” Information is available at 703-685-7590.
Lesson Zero performs music associated with Oasis from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Feb. 15 at The Celtic House, 2500 Columbia Pike. Admission is free, and street parking is available.
Feb. 21-28
Extension Master Gardeners Molly Newling and Angela McNamara lead a free online winter-pruning class from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 21. They will explain how to remove damaged or competing growth, reduce shrubs, trim hedges and safely cut larger limbs.
Arlington’s 31st annual Feel the Heritage Festival takes place from noon to 5 p.m. Feb. 22 at Charles Drew Community Center. The event celebrates Arlington’s historically African American neighborhoods with entertainment, food and dozens of vendors.
Retired U.S. Navy Commander Sandra Lawrence speaks on “Women in the Military: A Long and Honored Tradition” from 10:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 22 at Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N. Park Drive. Arlington AAUW is presenting the program.
A free online class about native spring ephemerals begins at 10 a.m. Feb. 28. Extension Master Gardener Elaine Mills will discuss short-blooming plants such as bloodroot, trout lily and Virginia bluebells, which add early color to gardens and provide food for emerging pollinators.