Happy Thursday from John Grassi’s dog!
Happy Thursday Bagel Bites,
Back for a new week, and Arlington is sliding right into holiday mode. Start with a $5 wine class on Friday, swing by the FreshFarm Farmers Market in Courthouse for weekend provisions, and grab your Christmas tree from St. Andrew’s anytime between now and mid-December. Small Business Saturday is your excuse to shop local, MoCA has a mid-day holiday craft session, and Paris Baguette is celebrating its grand opening with free pastries. Cozy vibes all around.
Scroll on to plan your weekend right.
– Billy
📅 Your Weekend in Arlington
Thursday
🎨 MoCA on the Move: Handcrafted Holidays: Innovation Studio + Store (National Landing)
Drop by Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington’s Innovation Studio + Store at 525 14th St. S. for a free, drop-in holiday crafting session, perfect for grabbing a bit of festive cheer this week. Each Thursday from 11:30 AM–2:00 PM you can make seasonal crafts: the next session features Decoupage Candles to brighten up your table or gift pile. Info HERE
Friday
🍷 $5 Friday Wine Class: Pentagon City Wine Merchant (Fri., Nov. 28 5–8 PM)
Slide into the weekend with their weekly wine class, just $5 gets you a themed tasting session (no pre-registration needed), and featured bottles are 10% off if you decide to take one home. Great for a chill Friday vibe without overthinking plans. Info HERE
Saturday
🛍️ Small Business Saturday 2025: Arlington (Various Locations, Nov. 29, 11 AM–4 PM)
Mark your calendars: Saturday, Nov. 29 is all about shopping small and supporting local. Tons of Arlington businesses will be open with special deals, gifts, and winter-ready goods, perfect for starting your holiday shopping with a side of community love. Whether you’re hunting for handmade gifts, specialty treats, or something just a little different than the usual chain-store fare, Small Business Saturday has you covered. Info HERE
🥕 FRESHFARM Arlington Farmers Market, Courthouse (Saturdays, 9 AM–12 PM)
One of Arlington’s best weekend staples. Every Saturday, Courthouse fills up with local produce, fresh bakery goods, coffee, flowers, snacks, and all the “I suddenly feel like a healthier person” energy you could want. It’s peak neighborhood vibes, families, dogs, and plenty of seasonal treats, and a great place to knock out your grocery run while supporting local farms. Info HERE
Sunday
🎄 St. Andrew’s Christmas Tree Sale, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church (Nov. 29–Dec. 15)
St. Andrew’s is back with its annual Christmas tree sale, offering Fraser firs, wreaths, and garlands in a range of sizes. It’s a friendly, low-stress lot where volunteers help you pick the perfect tree and get it tied to your car. Sales support the church’s outreach programs, so you get a great tree and do some good. Info HERE
🍽️ Restaurant News
🥐 Paris Baguette, Falls Church (Now Open with Free Samples!)
Early risers: you’re going to want to race over this Saturday. Paris Baguette opens at 169 Hillwood Ave and is kicking things off with free pastries, tarts, and cakes. Swing by first thing, grab yourself something sweet (or two), and check out their lineup of croissants, danishes, quiche, sandwiches and coffee. Whether you need a breakfast pick-me-up or a mid-day pastry fix, this is your new go-to. Info here
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