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Ballston BID Launches Program to Encourage Return to Office The Ballston Business Improvement District (BID) is taking matters into its own hands to help get people back to the office — and back to frequenting Ballston businesses. The group launched the Ballston Business Appreciation Campaign which sets up initiatives with local companies hoping to connect the office population with the city’s small businesses and…

New Live Music Venue Opens Friday in Ballston A new live music venue joins the entertainment scene in Arlington’s Ballston neighborhood. Filling Station, a 50-seat performance space and beer hall located next to taco restaurant and margarita bar El Rey, plans its grand opening on Friday, August 11. The venue expects to have a rotating schedule of musicians and comedians. The opening…

Panera Bread looks to replace former Cosi in Ballston after three-year vacancy A Panera Bread appears to be moving into the old Cosi location in Ballston, according to online permit records. The permit, filed with Arlington County, describes the work as “interior alterations for new tenant fitout for restaurant Panera Bread.” The restaurant will take up 3,426 square feet of space at…

How Arlington Developers, Officials Aim To Bring Down Its 23% Office Vacancy “We have some challenges in the next couple years,” Ballston Business Improvement District CEO Tina Leone said. “It’s going to maybe get harder before it gets better.” Arlington has long been known for its office towers that rise above the skyline of neighboring D.C., and for decades it has drawn companies from the nation’s…

5 Ballston-based companies make the prestigious Inc. 5000 List   Congratulations to MarginEdge, HUNGRY, SweatWorks, Fors Marsh Group, and PhoenixTeam Ballston is a world-class urban neighborhood that offers a full 24-hour experience for office workers, residents and visitors alike. As a premiere location for motivated entrepreneurs and impactful businesses, it is no surprise that five Ballston companies appear on the…

Ballston BID Hosts Spring in your Step for an Active April Free workouts, fitness classes and active experiences across the neighborhood Spring in your Step, presented by the Ballston BID, is a series of fitness classes and active outdoor events held across Ballston throughout the month of April. The BID has partnered with neighborhood fitness studios, gyms, and community organizations…

Ballston BID Presents Third Annual Quarterfest Crawl on May 21 Family-friendly celebration of Ballston neighborhood with restaurant food and drink specials and live musical performances What: The Ballston Business Improvement District (BID) will host its third annual Quarterfest Crawl presented by Ballston Quarter and sponsored by Mastercard, on Saturday, May 21 from noon to 8:00 pm. Attendees of this free…

MEDIA ALERT Cars & Coffee Event Returning to Ballston this Fall Biweekly, free event for car enthusiasts of all ages, presented by Dominion Energy   What: Cars & Coffee, presented by Dominion Energy and in partnership with Ballston BID, is back this fall with a new location. The series will take place at Gold’s Gym Ballston’s parking lot on Wilson…

Sip, Sing and Celebrate at the Ballston Holiday Wreath Market Wreath market, live music, pop-up bar and light art installation by popular local artist Ballston BID announces the first annual Holiday Wreath Market presented by Ballston Exchange in partnership with Mastercard and Macy’s. The event will take place Friday, December 17 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Saturday, December…

“Any change you make at the local level can have a vast impact on so many students and members of our community.” This final day of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we spoke with Karen Vallejos-Corrales, Executive Director of The Dream Project – a non-profit organization supporting and funding qualifying students in their pursuit of a college education. To learn more about…

  “When you get offered your dream, you say ‘Yes’ and figure it out.” Alex Trakas worked a few national studio brands, but always knew she wanted to give more to her clientele. The self-made cofounder of BASH Boxing talks about her journey, betting on herself, and what she hopes for the future of women in business. Learn more about…

Andrea and Bryant both grew up in households centered around the kitchen. After years of learning and cooking with their families, they continued those same traditions through baking cookies. They created Bee J’s Cookies in April 2020 to share their gift with others, and can be found on shelves at Union Kitchen in Ballston. Learn more, order online, and visit…