Happy Thursday Bagel Bites,
Holiday season’s kicking off hard this week — with not one but three markets (MONA, 307 Studios, and the Alternative Christmas Market) plus a few cozy extras to keep your weekend full. There’s a $5 wine class calling your name on Friday, brunch with $1 mimosas on Sunday, and a new Indian spot, Pink Saffron, heating up Westpost. Let’s get festive, Arlington.
Scroll on to plan your weekend right.
– Billy
📅 Your Weekend in Arlington
Thursday
🛍️ MONA Holiday Market — MoCA Arlington (Nov. 14, 5–8 PM)
MoCA’s getting festive with its annual MONA Holiday Market, featuring 30+ local artists and makers selling art, jewelry, ceramics, and other handmade gifts. Entry is just $10, and you’ll get access to shop, sip, and stroll the museum after hours. A perfect Thursday night mix of creativity, community, and early holiday cheer.
'💃 Cuffing Season — WHINO (Ballston Quarter, Nov. 15, 9 PM)
It’s officially that time of year — the temps drop, the playlists get sappier, and suddenly everyone’s in the mood to “find their person.” WHINO’s leaning in with a Cuffing Season dance party featuring DJs, cocktails, and just enough chaos to make it interesting. Whether you’re looking for love or just a good story, this one’s worth a lap on the dance floor. $10
Friday
🍷 $5 Friday Wine Class — Pentagon City Wine Merchant (Nov. 15, 5–8 PM)
Ease into the weekend with a $5 wine class at Pentagon City Wine Merchant. You’ll taste a rotating lineup of bottles, chat with fellow vino lovers, and maybe even discover your new go-to pour. Chill, affordable, and just a few minutes from the heart of Arlington—it’s basically happy hour with homework (the fun kind).
Saturday
🖼️ 307 Studios Holiday Open House — 307 S. Wayne St., Arlington (Nov. 15, 5–8 PM)
307 Studios is kicking off the holidays with an evening of art, wine, and local charm. Stroll through the studios, meet the artists, and check out their newest work — it’s the kind of cozy neighborhood event that makes Arlington feel like a small town in the best way. Perfect for finding a one-of-a-kind gift (or just pretending you’re the kind of person who buys art on a Saturday afternoon). Info HERE
☀️ Burn Bright, Not Out: Women’s Mental Well-Being Breakfast — Lyon Park Community Center (Nov. 15, 10 AM–1 PM)
A thoughtful, women-led morning with the Junior League of Northern Virginia: breakfast, a guest speaker, and hands-on activities (think vision boards and a “pass the wisdom” book swap) focused on easing burnout and finding some balance before the holiday sprint. Grab a friend and make it a feel-good Saturday. $15
🎁 Alternative Christmas Market — First Presbyterian Church Arlington (Nov. 16, 12:30–3:30 PM)
Shop with purpose: fair-trade and nonprofit vendors (think Ten Thousand Villages, Trade Roots, Together We Bake, Palestinian Olive Oil, Just Coffee) set up inside First Pres at 601 N. Vermont St. Easy parking, credit cards accepted, and plenty of feel-good gifts without the big-box chaos. Info HERE
Sunday
🥂 Sunday Bottomless Brunch Buffet — William Jeffrey’s Tavern (Every Sunday, 10 AM–2 PM)
If your ideal Sunday involves waffles, omelets, and a mimosa that never hits empty, William Jeffrey’s Tavern has you covered. Their weekly bottomless brunch buffet is stacked with all the brunch hits—and refills are just $1. It’s casual, cozy, and the perfect excuse to turn “just one drink” into a full Sunday affair. Info HERE
🍽️ Restaurant News
☕ Coffee for a Cause: AFC Blend Launch Party — Northside Social (3211 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, Nov. 7, 8 AM–6 PM)
Swing by Northside Social for the launch of their special “AFC Blend,” created in partnership with Arlington Free Clinic and Counter Culture Coffee. Ten percent of sales go toward supporting free healthcare services in Arlington. There will be tastings and coffee-cocktail specials from 2–7 PM, plus a morning kickoff with the Clinic in-house from 8–11 AM. Info HERE
🍛 Pink Saffron — Westpost (Now Open)
National Landing’s newest spot, Pink Saffron, just opened at Westpost and brings a fresh take on classic Indian favorites. The menu hits all the right notes—think tandoori chicken, butter chicken, veggie korma, and minced minted lamb—plus plenty of naan and roti to soak it all up. Cozy, colorful, and perfect for your next dinner out. Info HERE
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