Columbia Pike Movie Nights
When: Saturdays at sunset (8-8:30 p.m.), July-18-Aug. 29
Where: Arlington Career Center, 816 S. Walter Reed Drive, Arlington
Drive-in movies are a summer staple, and this summer, they’re even more of a novelty—particularly if you count yourself as a habitual (and now seriously deprived) movie-goer. Get your flick fix and come on out for screenings of The Secret Life of Bees, Crazy Rich Asians, Coco and Mary Poppins Returns, Saturdays at sunset. Free, but advance registration is required. BYO popcorn.
Book Talk: Get a Life, Chloe Brown
When: July 20, noon-1 p.m.
Where: Online
A rom-com is exactly the kind of read many of us are craving right now, and Talia Hibbert’s Get a Life, Chloe Brown may be just that. Hibbert will discuss the inspiration for her book’s protagonist during this virtual author talk hosted by the Arlington Public Library. If you choose not to read the book beforehand—it’s not required—brace yourself for some spoilers! Participation is free.
The Drive in at Mosaic
When: July 24 & Aug. 28
Where: Market Garage, 8295 Glass Alley, Mosaic District
Talk about an elevated experience. This drive-in isn’t in a field or parking lot; it’s on a roof! Make that level seven of Mosaic’s Market Garage, where movie-goers can take in Toy Story 4 (July 24, 5:15 p.m.) and Jurassic Park (July 24, 8:45), plus aerial views of the surrounding area. Another film, which has yet to be announced, will be screened on Aug. 28. Guests are asked to remain inside their vehicles to maintain proper social distancing. $28.
Backyard Astronomy with David Dickinson
When: July 28, 7 p.m.
Where: Online
You can trust author David Dickinson to tell you where and what you should be looking for in the night sky this summer. A retired USAF veteran, Earth science teacher and freelance science writer who is traveling the world with his wife, he knows his astronomy. Hear and see for yourself at this virtual event hosted by One More Page Books. Participation is free.
Dark Star Park
When: Aug. 1, 9:32 a.m.
Where: Dark Star Park, 1655 N. Fort Myer Drive, Arlington
It’s almost that time again. Once a year—on Aug. 1 at 9:32 a.m., to be exact—the shadows created by the poles and spheres in Rosslyn’s Dark Star Park align with physical shapes in the built landscape in this public art installation. Why did artist Nancy Holt design her project around this date? On Aug. 1, 1860, William Henry Ross purchased the land now known as Rosslyn.