Arlington County Government offices and services are operating on modified schedules for the Christmas holiday, Tue., Dec. 24, and Wed., Dec. 25, 2024.
Shirlington is the heart and soul of arts and entertainment in Arlington – home to the Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre company, WETA, and more. It features several townhouse communities, high-rise apartments, and other residential units, along with a lively pedestrian promenade, popular cafes, and plenty of restaurants and shops. All of this is within easy access to Washington, D.C., Crystal City, the Pentagon, and Washington National Airport via trails along Four Mile Run stream and bus service from Shirlington Bus Station. The combination of dining, arts and entertainment make this a popular destination for visitors from throughout the metropolitan region. Residents also enjoy a beautiful setting with several parks, a dog park, a cinema, and the Shirlington Public Library.
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