Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse and Neighbors
Page Updated notes and photos
Crows on the Pike
Hundreds of Crows on the Pike, it was a crow funeral
notes & photos
Pike 3400
Apartments and Retail etc
notes & photos
West Pike: Road Construction, Traffic Congestion
Just as we thought that the roadwork at the West End of the Pike (4 Mile Run Bridge to South Greenbrier) was coming to a end suddenly there was a major traffic disruption. Traffic is forced into one lane with no left turns. There was a quite a backlash from drivers especially those that live in this area. The county organized two events:
Briefing for Media
Monday Jan 6, 9:30ammeet at Columbia Pike & South Dinwiddie Street
Attendees will then walk west along Columbia Pike to see the work zone and New Traffic pattern
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Columbia Pike Transportation Projects
open houseArlington Mill CC Room 527 Thursday, Jan 9, 4:30pm - 7.00pm
Centro
Centro had its Grand Opening a couple of weeks ago along with an Open House and tour of the building.
notes and photos
Columbia Pike Commerical Market Study
This study came out in October 2019. It is the final Commerical Market Study for the Pike view study
Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse and Neighbors
Page Updated notes and photos
Valley Fest
Valley Fest was last Sunday at South Oakland and Four Mile Drive its not on the Pike but it is not far away notes and photos
Westmont Shopping Center
The Board will hold a public hearing and consider approving a plan to redevelop the Westmont Shopping centerf ground floor retail with modifications for finished floor elevation for ground floor retail and streetscape details, subject to the conditions of the staff report. date time notes photos
Avalon & Neighbors
Page updated photos and notes.
Shared Streets Pop-Up
Last Thursday was the Shared Street Pop-Up at Columbia Pike and Four Mile Run... photos and notes.
Fillmore Gardens Shopping Center
The new Fillmore Gardens Shopping Center is in the first planning stage. It will replace the existing Center... photos and notes.
Storm 2019
On Monday July 8th a massive storm hit Arlington leaving millions of dollars of damage. Trees were down and bridges destroyed along Four Mile Run photos and notes.
Westmont Center
Last week there was meeting to bring the community uptodate with the plans for the new Westmont Center update.
Elkin Building
The Elkin Building page has been updated.
Penrose Square
The Penrose Square and Plaza page has been updated.
Blues Festival
The Columbia Pike Blues Festival was last Saturday. There was a lot going on in addition to the great entertainment. notes, photos
Arlington Mill Farmers Market
Second Saturdays of the month are special at the market. This week there was Chalkapalooza and Halau O'Aulani Hawaiian Dance Troupe. It was pretty busy while I was there. In addition to the entertainment there were some different stalls in one with some interesting cravings and a real live parrot. notes, photos
Food Truck Party
The first Food Truck Party of the year was last Saturday notes, photos
Arlington Mill Farmers Market
Arlington Mill Farmers Market opened today notes, photos
Glencarlyn Park
This beautiful park opens from Columbia Pike and offers a host of family activities including picnic shelters, nature trails, connections to Four Mile Run and W&OD Trail, two playgrounds, Long Branch Nature Center, dog park and more. notes, photos
WECPC Meeting
West End Columbia Pike Coalition meeting was last week: notes and photos
Palooza Arlington
Was last Saturday Photos and Info
West End Columbia Pike Coalition
Wednesday, April 17 - 7:00 p.m.
Arlington Mill Community & Senior Center
Guest Speakers:
Christian Dorsey, Chair, Arlington County Board
Kim Klingler, newly appointed Executive Director of the Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization
Alison Oleson, current VP, Baileys 7 Corners Crossroads Revitalization Organization and future partner
Emily Carnes, Arlington South Lions Club—find out about their goals and our partnershipmore info for WECPC
Centro Arlington
A representative from Orr Partners gave an update on Centro Arlington this week at a Barcroft Community meeting details and photos
South Oakland - South Randolph
Along with the residential housing in this area this page also includes information on the old Clardy House details and photos
West Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
This is just a summary of the main points. There were two speakers, Marwin Shahin, VP of Operations, Pillars Development Group and Susan Finotti, Capitol Projects Management, Arlington County, Departments of Environment Services, Division of Transport. The Coalition was represented by Linda Leduc, Rita Rutsohn and Brendan Adams... details and photos
West Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
Arlington Mill Community Center Room 205
FUTURE PROJECTS ON THE PIKE
Guest Speakers Marwan Shahin, VP Pillars - Trafalgar Flats
Susan Finotti, Capital Project Manager Arlington County
Westmont Shopping Center
Recently Westmont Properties submitted a proposal with Arlington County for permission to build a completely new shopping center to replace the Westmont Shopping Center that is on the north east corner of S. Glebe and Columbia Pike... details and photos
Bike Lane on the Pike
I found some plans/proposal from Arlington County which shows bike lanes on the Pike along with the Streetcar. I don’t really understand why after they got rid of the Streetcar they did not keep the bike lanes. plans/proposal
November West Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting Cancelled
Pike Paws
see photos and information
Wandering the West Pike
see photos and information
Fall Beer and Wine Festival
see photos
West End Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
Next Meeting is in November day and time to be announced more
Food Truck Parties 2018
see photos
Shared Street Pop-Up
see photos
Shared Street Pop-Up
by: Arlington Transportation Partners
August 7th 5pm – 7pm
On S. Oakland at Columbia Pike
Giveaways & Fun Activities
Info & register
West End Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
Art at the West End of the Pike
Thursday July 19th 2018 7:00pm
Arlington Mill Community Center - Room 525
more
July 4th 2018
On time for this year see photos
July 4th 2017
I am rather late uploading this page the photos were taken July 4th 2017 see photos
Arlington Mill Market
updated
Bike4thePike
Last Saturday Chris Slatt organized Bike4thePike which was a protest ride to highlight the unsafe conditions for bike riding on Columbia Pike. There was a large crowd of riders who were joined by... more
Food Truck Party
Last Saturday was the second of this years Food Truck Parties. It was from 11am - 2pm at Columbia Pike and Four Mile Drive. They were joined by Bike4thePike. more pages for year now combined
SATURDAY
Arlington Mill Farmers Market
Arlington Mill Plaza
9am - 1pm
Bike4thePike
11:30 Begins at Penrose Square and ends at the Food Truck Party at 4 Mile Trail details at:
Food Truck Party
On Columbia Pike at Four Mile Drive
11am - 2pm
Blues Festival
Last Saturday was the 23rd annual Columbia Pike Blues Festival. It was from 1pm - 8:30pm.
The Performers were ... more
West Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
Thursday June 14, 2018 at 7:00pm
Cleaning Up the West End of the Pike ... more
Barcroft T-Shirt
Barcroft T-Shirts now have a new design. They are available for try-on sizes and design click here
Big Idea Roundup
How should Arlington grow?
Join the Arlington County Board and Commission leaders in a series of robust community conversations. Neighbors will have the opportunity to learn from one another, identify our differences, and find common ground.
county link
COLUMBIA PIKE MEETING
Saturday, June 9
9–11 a.m.
Arlington Mill Community Center
909 S. Dinwiddie St.
Sign up Limited space to need to sign-up and get tickets
West Columbia Pike Coalition
Next Meeting May 17, 2018 ... more
Columbia Pike Movie Nights
Fridays at Arlington Mill
Saturdays at Penrose Square
more information and lists of movies at CPRO
Arlington Mill Farmers Market
Last Saturday was the Grand Opening of the Arlington Mill Farmers Market they had a really good assortment of venders, along with entertainment and the Art Truck... more
West Columbia Pike Food Truck Parties
Yesterday was the first Food Truck Party for this year... more
Arlington Palooza
Arlington County presented ArlingtonPalooza in Alchova Heights Park on Saturday April 21, from 11-4pm . Ninth street was closed to accommerdate the stage and ... more
West Columbia Pike Coalition
Final Report and Next Meeting
next Meeting Thursday April 19 ... more
mar 26, 2018
West Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
The meeting was last Friday March 24. It was called to discuss changes and get suggestions for improvement to the western end of the Pike ... more
West Columbia Pike Coalition Meeting
March 22, 2018 7:30pm
Arlington Mill Community Center
Columbia Pike and Dinwiddie
5th Floor
Columbia Pike Plaza
Columbia Pike Plaza is in the Neighborhood Center next to Arlington Mill ... more
Shirmish at Arlington Mill
Last Saturday, November 11 was the unveiling of the Civil War Trails Sign, "Skirmish at Arlington Mill" in the plaza of Arlington Mill. There was a presentation of the colors by members of the Army of the Potomac History Society with remarks by... more
Food Truck Parties
Saturday October 14th was the fourth and last Food Truck Party for this year, it was held at Columbia Pike and Four Mile Run. These events were in April, June, Augus and October, they were organized by Columbia Forest Civic Association. There were...read more and photos
Columbia Pike Fall Festival
The Columbia Pike Fall Craft Beer and Wine Festival was last Saturday, Oct 7th on South Adams Street at Columbia Pike from 2pm to 7pm. It was organized by CPRO, Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization. There was a good turnout. Throughout the afternoon and evening there was entertainment...read more and photos
Pro Bangla Festival
Pro Bangla hosted the sixth annual Multi- Cultural Street Festival last Saturday September 23rd, at 880 Wallter Reed Drive which is about one block from Columbia Pike. In addition to a Parade and Entertainment there were stalls with...read more and photos
Multi-Cultural Street Festival
Sept 23
11am - 7pm
880 South Walter Reed Drive
one block from the Pike
Donald Lipski
Columbia Pike Library
Monday 9 - 18 7:00pm – 9:00
Talk with Donald Lipski about the new art installation which will be installed at the West End of the Pike.
more info at Eventbrite Site
other information about the West End of the Pike and this installation on this site
Shared Streets Pop-Up
Last Tuesday, August 22 was the Our Shared Streets Pop-Up at Arlington Mill from 4 - 7pm. It was organized by ...read more
Arlington County Fair
From Aug 16 - 20
Thomas Jefferson Community Center
3501 Second Street South
more info at the Fair's Site
Pike Pike
Pike Park has been updated to include Wandering the Pike read more
Western Gateway
After completion of streetscaping, new public art will be installed in the Western Gateway. Housing and retail in that area are also included. read more
Updates to Trafalgar Flats & the Village Center
I have updated the information for Trafalgar Flats and the
Village Center based on announcements made by Marwin Shahin of the Pillars Development Group and David Orr of Orr Partners at the AMCA Meeting at Arlington Mill
last Tuesday.
Meeting on Status of Architecture on the Pike
The Department of Community Planning, Housing, and Development (CPHD) will host a workshop to discuss the status of architecture along Columbia Pike on:
Wednesday, March 22nd at 7pm
Navy League Building, Conference Room (Lobby Level)
2300 Wilson Blvd.
(Metro accessible; public parking available in the County garage across street )
CPHD has invited the following STAKEHOLDERS for this discussion:
The Form Based Cody Advisory Working Group
The Planning Commission
The Design Review Committee of the Historical and Landmark Review Board
Columbia Pike Presidents Group
AGENDA
Introductions
Form Based Code Overview & Background
Purpose of Review, Process Outline and Anticipated Schedule
Assessment of Local & Regional Development
Next steps
more info Arlington County
WEST END of PIKE
Improving Housing and Retail
ARLINGTON MILL CIVIC ASSOCIATION MEETING
TUESDAY - MARCH 21, 2017 - 7:00 PM
ROOM 527 - ARLINGTON MILL COMMUNITY CENTER - 909 S. DINWIDDIE ST.
Free 4 hour parking in underground garage - enter at 9th St. So. - road between the Arlington Mill Residences and Park Glen Condo. Go to second garage entrance.
If you are interested in seeing improved housing and retail at the west end of the Pike, you are invited to come to this meeting. Help spread the word!
David Orr - his company is redeveloping the "Food Star" property at the corner of George Mason Drive/Columbia Pike.
Pillars Development, which is building 78 market rate condominiums - Trafalgar Flats - at the corner of S. Buchanan and Columbia Pike - with retail on the first level.
Property manager for the Tyroll Hill Apts., which was recently purchased by the Insight Property Group, an Arlington based company.
CPRO
The CPRO Board of Directors at its February 23rd meeting voted to elect three new members – David Orr, Linda LeDuc and Tom Gibson – who will fill board positions available respectively as Business, Civic and At-Large representatives. read more at CPRO
4707 Columbia Pike
Work has began on a new complex at the corner of the Pike and South Buchanan Street read more
Farmer's Market at Arlington Mill
Give your input for a Farmer's Market at Arlington Mill survey at CPRO
How the Arts Live in Arlington
read more: arlington economic developmentOn February 8-9, a team from Artspace will lead a two-day, Arlington-wide exploration of artist housing needs, financing, & facilities. The conversation with arts, community, and business leaders will focus on the potential for artist housing in a variety of neighborhoods in Arlington. Four neighborhoods including Columbia and one specific site were selected to provide a broad context for the conversation
Arlington Mill
Arlington Mill information has been updated read more
Move Recycle Bins
The Arlington County Board has approved moving the self-service recycling center at Columbia Pike and Four Mile Run Drive to the nearby Arlington Trades Center on South Taylor Street at South Arlington Mill Drive.read more arlington county
4707 Columbia Pike
Work has began at 4707 the lot that was previously the home of El Tutumaso and at one time the home of the second Bob and Ediths. At the moment they are clearing the lot in preparation for the four story mixed use building.
Arlington 10-Year Bus Plan Update
Updates include information for transportation along Columbia Pike. There will be a meeting at Arlington Mill, Thursday June 9,from 5:30 pm-7:30 pm. read more arlington county
Westmont Building - Highland
There is a real mix of busnesses in this area. Quite a few ethic restaurants, more than one Vapor store and much more .. read more
Pike 2400
Proposed drawings and information for new development at 2400 Columbia Pike. Community Meeting to discuss the development of this site: Walter Reed Community Center 2902 South 16th Street April 7, at 7pm Arlington County.. read more
Columbia Pike Transportation
TONIGHT updates on Columbia Pike Transportation. Your input is needed. At Arlington Mill Community Center from 5 - 8pm read more arlington county
Village Center Main Square
Today the Arlington County Board approved the redevelopment for the main square for the Village Center. read more
Hunter'S Crossroads
One of the main Intersections on the Pike is at South Glebe Road. This area is known as Hunter's Crossroads but the name is rarely used today. On the southwest corner is Pike 3400... read more
Updates on Columbia Pike Transportation
March 1, 2015 5-8pm
Arlington Mill Community Center
Updates on Arlington Transportation
For other locations and Meeting Times ...Arlington County
Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse
Arlington Drafthouse on 2016-17 decal. Winning entry by Ryan Kovich, a Wakefield High School 10th grader ...read more Arlington County
Premium Bus Service for Columbia Pike
Transportation Development Plan January 26 2016
...Transportation Updates
Gilliam Square
On December 12, the Arlington County Board approved a plan to redevelop the Arlington Presbyterian Church into an affordable housing complex. The affordablity of the apartments is locked-in for the next 60 years. ...read more
Village Center - Main Square
Columbia Pike is going to get a new square at the northwest corner of the Pike and George Mason Drive. This square will serve as the main square for the Village Center. The Village Center runs between South Randolph and South Taylor on Columbia Pike this page was updated read more...
Columbia Pike Transite Service Analysis
Columbia Pike Transite Service Analysis for November 2015
Analysis pdf
Transportation Page
Four Mile Run and Washington & Old Dominion Trail
Columbia Pike crosses over Four Mile Run between South Dinwiddie St and South Buchannan St. It is the largest stream flowing through Arlington. Its a scenic wooded area with a lot going on: walking, biking, jogging, fishing, pic-nicing and more. The Washington & Old Dominion Trail runs parelled to Four Mile Run in the area of Columbia Pike ...read more
Pike Transportation Workshop
Arlington is developing its ten-year plan for bus service in the County. You can contribute to this plan. There will be a Transportation Workshop on the Pike on:
Monday, November 2, from 7pm-9pm at:
Arlington Mill Community & Senior Center
Multi-Purpose Room 527
909 S Dinwiddie St, Arlington, VA 22204
workshop flyer ..Arlington County
transportation updates This Site
Rappahannock & Neighbors
The block running along the south side of the Pike from S. Barton to S. Wayne contains some historical buildings, the famous Bob and Edith's Diner along with two gas stations and the building that used to house Saah Furniture. There are two historical buildings... read more
Columbia Pike Fall Fest
The Pike's Fall Festival is today at South Adams and Columbia Pike one block from the Town Center's Square. In addtion to beer , wine and food tasting there is entertainment from 2pm to 8pm. The lineup is Scott Kurt and Mephis 59, Lenny Burridge Trio, Boxcartel, The Hummingbyrds and Ruthie and the Wranglers. ..photos
Starbucks
Starbucks opened last week at Penrose Square
Arlington County Fair & Parade
The Arlington County Fair opened last night with a parade which started at the Columbia Pike Library. This is the first year that there was a parade to open the fair. The parade processed down South. Highland onto South 2nd until it reached Thomas Jefferson Communtiy Center at 3501 South 2nd Street,where the Fair is being held. This year is the 39th year of this annual fair . ...see photos
From Edgewood to Cleveland
There is a short block of businesses on S. Edgewood on the east side of Rite Aid and behind Pike Park. There used to be a Fire Station in this block. The station was replaced by the Uncommon Market a health food co-operative which was...more
Fillmore Center w Elkins Building
The Center is bordered on the West by the Art and Framing Club and a CVS at the East end . The center is split into two buildings with a parking lot in-between. The Elkins building in the style of Art Deco has more interesting architecture...more
Arlington's New Retail Plan
Arlington County has a new retail plan that could affect business with street level frontage in these areas: Rosslyn, Courthouse, Clarendon, Virginia Square Ballston, Crystal City and Columbia Pike. Commerical areas on Columbia Pike are GOLD and some off streets are GREEN.
press release
maps
full report
GOLD
*Design Standards: Exterior Interior Retail Sales, Food Establishments, Entertainment, Establishments, Services Repairs, Retail Equivalents.
GREEN
*No Design Standards. **All uses as permitted by the Ordinance.
*Other uses as permitted in the Zoning Ordinance may be approved, on a case - by - case basis, by the County Board.
**Other adopted design standards may apply
Gold and Green areas for Columbia Pike are shown on the linked map above.
Arlington Village
Arlington Village is built on 53 acres of land which the developer Gustav Ring purchase from B. M.Smith in 1939. The complex was financed through the Federal Housing Administration. Originaly Arlington Village was..more
Pike Park / Farmer's Market
Pike Park is a tiny park with a lot going on. It is in the heart of the Town Center...>more
Blues Festival
Yesterday the Columbia Pike Blues Festival celebrated its 20th year. It was held at Columbia Pike and Walter Reed opposite Pike Park. It was packed. It was not just the sounds it was also the sights... take a look
Penrose Square
More photographs added, take a look
Blues Festival on the Pike
FREE
June 20, 2015
1 p.m - 8:30 p.m.
South Walter Reed Drive at Columbia Pike
Message From the County Manager
Barbara M. Donnellan,s final report to the County Board on post-streetcar planning for Columbia Pike and Crystal City-Pentagon City. read here
Question About the Pike - Democratic Debate
Last night at the Democratic Debate the candidates were asked the question: Do you think service or different options are needed on the Pike if so what, where, when, and how? :..read more
Transit Update
Transit Development Plan 2016 - 2021 and Surveys...read more
Arlington Mill Residences
Beautiful Affordable Housing
Award Winning Housing, Arlington Mill Residences opened in May 2014...read more
Halstead
The Halstead is within Columbia Pike's Town Center. it's at the corner of South Walter Reed Drive and Columbia Pike. It is a very busy area with some interesting resturants and businesses within the same block. It's right across the road from Pike Pike and within a block of Penrose Square which is the Town Center's main square...read more
may 11, 2015
Cafe at Arlington Mill
ArlNow reported that the lease for the Root Cafe at Arlington Mill Community Center which was supposed to open in the Fall iis in the process of being terminated...ArlNow
may 5, 2015
Restaurant Row
This short block going west from S. Walter Reed Drive on Columbia Pike has a very high concentration of businesses in particular restaurants. On the North side of the street it is all restaurants even the Cinema has one and there is another round the corner on Walter Reed. ...read more South Side
...read more North Side
may 1, 2015
CPRO Columbia Pike Future Forum
More Questions than Answers
A meeting of the CPRO Columbia Pike Future Forum was yesterday...read more
april 29, 2015
4707 Columbia Pike
At the intersection of Columbia Pike and S. Buchanan is a 38,000 sq. ft. lot, currently occupied by El Tutumaso restaurant, which is no longer in business. The Pillars Development Group, proposes to build a 4-story mixed-use building. It will have 78 residential units, 87 underground parking spaces and a 3,572 square foot private courtyard. The ground floor will be retail...read more at Arlington County
april 29, 2015
Transit Stations New Designs
At last night's meeting at Arlington Mill Community Center the county presented the new designs for the Transite Stations to be installed on Columbia Pike ...read more
april 23, 2015
The Pike's Future Forum
RESCHEDULED FOR APRIL 30th
The CPRO Event: Pike Future Forum, a 22204 Community Discussion on the Future of Columbia Pike
Reception starts at 6pm,
Panel discussion starts at 7pm at:
THE SALSA ROOM
2619 Columbia Pike
RSVP and details at CPRO
april 3, 2015
Pike Transit Stations
ARLINGTON MiLL
APRIL 28, 2015
Transit Stations Design
Future of Transit Service in Arlington
Presentation at
5:30pm and repeated at 6:30pm
Learn about transportation projects underway on the Pike...read more
april 2, 2015
Art on the Pike
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 6 - 9pm
SUNDAY, APRIL 26, 2 - 5pm
Columbia Pike Artist's Spring Party, Open Studios Exhibition ...details at CPAS
march 31, 2015
Trevor Noah on the Pike
Trevor Noah is coming to Arlington Drafthouse next week. Noah will succeed Jon Stewart as the host on The Daily Shown later this year.
march 27, 2015
Meet Playwrite / Author Laura Zam
APRIL 13, 2015
Columbia Pike Branch Library
816 South Walter Reed Drive
details at Pike Library
march 26, 2015
Starbucks on the Pike
This summer we will be getting Starbucks. Its coming to Penrose Square where the bar TNT and Restaurant Society Fair used to be.
march 20, 2015
Carver Homes and Columbia Hills
The County approved two redevelopment housing projects, Carver Homes and Columbia Hills. Carver Homes will replace the historical Carver Cooperative Housing... read post
march 18, 2015
Post Streetcar Planning
On March 17, 2015 Barbara Donnellan, County Manager gave a progress update on the post streetcar cancellation. ... read update
march 14, 2015
Pike Ride
Getting to Columbia Pike without a car. This video explains how to get here from any of the Arlington Metro Stations. It gives maps and rides for bikes along with Bike Share and Zip Car stations. Other car free resources are also included ... goTo youTube
march 13, 2015
Historic Stone Church to be Torn-Down
The historical stone church on the Pike near to Glebe Road is set to be torn down. . ... read post
feb 26, 2015
The Pike's Future Forum
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER - will be rescheduled at a later date
The CPRO Event: Pike Future Forum, a 22204 Community Discussion on the Future of Columbia Pike will be held on March 5. Reception starts at 6pm, Panel discussion starts at 7pm at:
THE SALSA ROOM
2619 Columbia Pike
RSVP and details at CPRO
feb 13, 2015
Penrose Square
Penrose Square information has been updated ... read post
feb 5, 2015
Family Night at the Mill
Starts February 6 at Arlington Mill Community Center , located at Columbia Pike and Dinwiddie St: Drop-in Family Nights are for all ages. Youth ages 10 & under must be accompanied by an adult. read more Arlington County Site.
feb 5, 2015
Pike Transportation Planning, Post Streetcar Cancellation
At the Jan. 27 County Board meeting, County Manager Barbara Donnellan gave an update on the shutdown of the streetcar program and the start of post-streetcar planning efforts. Read the presentation.
Jan 24, 2015
Root Cafe coming to Arlington Mill
This morning Arlington County Board approved a 10-year lease for the restaurant and gourmet coffee shop 'Root' at the Arlington Mill Community Center.... read more at Arlington County
Local entrepreneur Alami Abderrahim plans to open Root Cafe this fall, which will offer a menu of fresh, healthy foods using locally sourced ingredients, gourmet coffee and other beverages. Root's menu already online.
Nov 20, 2014
Streetcar Cancelled
Arlington County Board Chair Jay Fisette announced that the Streetcar for Columbia Pike and Crystal City is being cancelled... read post
Nov 20, 2014
Pro Streetcar Announcements and Discussions
Arlington County Board Chair Jay Fisette announced that the Streetcar for Columbia Pike and Crystal City is being cancelled... read post
May 20, 2014
Penrose Square
Penrose Square owned by BM Smith is located at the intersection of Columbia Pike and South Barton Street. The square is surrounded on two sides by a variey of businesses. ... read post
May 8, 2014
Arlington Mill Community Center
It is a multipurpose center and provides diverse multicultural and multigenerational programs and services it has sports, camps, activies and classes for families, senior, teens and children. It also provides training for job skills and assistance in job placement... read post
May 6, 2014
Update on Transit Stations
Today County Manager Barbara Donnellan announced plans to reduce the cost of the new transit stations along Columbia Pike and improve their design and functionality, based on... read update
May 1, 2014
Catching Up
In the fall I took photographs of Arlington Mill and had intended to post everything then. I got really busy and did not have a chance to post anything. I hope to catch-up very soon.
October 30, 2013
Four Mile Run
Columbia Pike crosses over Four Mile Run right between South Dinwiddie St and South Buchannan St. Unlike its name ... read post
October 23, 2013
Million Dollar Bus Stop
There's a bright shiny bus stop where Walter Reed meets Columbia Pike in Arlington. Its kinda neat and very futuristic, all stainless steel and glass with heated concrete... read post
September 22, 2013
Introduction
I started this site in order to document the changes that are happening along Columbia Pike in Arlington, Virginia. From time to time I will also add information about certain aspects of the rest of the county.... read more