Falls Church’s FIRSTfriday, held the first Friday of each month, creates business and social synergy in the city. The event attracts people to view local artwork, learn about the city’s history, and shop and dine in downtown Falls Church.
Come to FIRSTfriday of Falls Church and join the fun. Activities include live music, kid-friendly activities, art exhibits, book signings, wine tastings, cook-offs, educational talks and much much more.
Below is a list of what is happening on June 6th. (image above courtesy of Shaun van Steyn)
All discounts available on FIRSTfriday only, just mention FIRSTfriday and you’ll be good to go.
Art Events:
At Art and Frame of Falls Church — (703) 534-4202, 111 Park Ave.
- Art exhibit featuring The Happy Traveler - photographic images from an international destination to give as a gift or to compliment your home or office décor by Joe Weber. Artist talk 7:15. Complimentary Cabot Cheese by Cabot Creamery Cooperative - www.cabotcheese.coop. 6-8 p.m.
- I scream, you scream, we all scream for Free Ice Cream provided by Lazy Sundae. 6-8pm or until it runs out!
- Open Studio Night – View the works and meet the artists' Denise Philipbar showcasing her paintings & sculptures and Dede Haas with her photography.
At Falls Church Arts' Gallery — (703) 534-4202, 111 Park Ave.
- In partnership with the Tinner Hill Foundation, Falls Church Arts is showcasing Doo-Wop: From the Street Corner to the Stage, an exhibit that documents the history of an important genre of African American music and its contribution to American popular culture. The exhibit features 50 photographs of Doo Wop music vocal groups and memorabilia from the music of the 1940's and 1950's. 6-8 p.m.
At Clay Café Studios — (703) 534-7600, 101 N. Maple Ave.
- Calling all karaoke-lovers! Shower us with a song and enjoy some karaoke with friends and family while you paint some pottery or create your glass fusing masterpiece. Light fare served. 6-8 p.m. Complimentary Cabot Cheese by Cabot Creamery Cooperative - www.cabotcheese.coop.
At Ireland’s Four Provinces Restaurant — (703) 534-8999, 105 W. Broad St.
- Local Irish Balladeer will sing songs you know and maybe some you don't know! 8 p.m. ‘til closing.
At Impulsive — (703) 532-7899, 503 W. Broad St.
- Art exhibit featuring Dawn Marshall of Wisdom In Light with all the wonderful handcrafted creations including jewelry, mosaics, cards, magnets & more! Many of Dawn's creations have a spiritual and inspirational theme, including angels, yoga, chakras, Quan Yin and Buddha, as well as healing jewelry. Her other featured items will include "It's A Boy" & "It's A Girl" bracelets and earrings, wine & sea life themed jewelry, live-laugh-love and other inspirational themed jewelry, semi-precious gemstone jewelry including Botswana Agate, Peace Jade, Citrine, Carnelian & Onyx. She will also offer "Grandma" or "Mommy" necklaces which she will make while you are there-so come have a necklace made with charms of all your kids or grandkids! Light fare served.. 6-8:30 p.m. Complimentary Cabot Cheese by Cabot Creamery Cooperative - www.cabotcheese.coop
At Curves — (703) 536-0140, 240 W. Broad St.
- Art exhibit Art exhibit featuring the recent retreat where Frannie Parker began her quest as a painter and her exploration in Acrylic landscapes of the Outer Banks. 7-8:30 p.m. Complimentary Cabot Cheese by Cabot Creamery Cooperative - www.cabotcheese.coop.
At Stifel and Capra — (703) 533-3557, 210 Little Falls St., Suite 201.
- Get ready for summer - Luau? Garden Party? We have you covered with our double trunk show! Joie de Bead artist Cathy Soltys will be presenting her new line of lovely jewelry and Kristi Brown of Fireflies will be rolling in the racks of vintage Hawaiian shirts for you to model! Enjoy refreshments, new art by our Walnut Hills Artist Group, and show specials. Complimentary Cabot Cheese by Cabot Creamery Cooperative — www.cabotcheese.coop.
www.stifelandcapra.com — 5-8 p.m.
At Sunrise of Falls Church Terrace Room — (703) 534-2700, 330 N Washington St.
- knitting & crochet circle open to all ages and levels with coffee, tea & light breakfast served. 9:30 a.m. - noon
At PNC Bank — (703) 237-3579, 402 W. Broad St., 4:30-6 p.m.
- Join us in celebration of acoustic music with Falls Church's very own Andrew Acosta! Let his relaxed, personal music leave you with a touch of goodwill and human spirit to start your weekend. Complimentary Cabot Cheese by Cabot Creamery Cooperative — www.cabotcheese.coop
Dining Specials:
At Argia’s — (703) 534-1033, 124 N. Washington St.
- 10% discount off lunch check (no alcohol), dine in only.
At Clare and Don’s — (703) 532-9283, 130 N. Washington St.
- $7.50 Fish & Chips lunch special, dine in only.
At Ireland’s Four Provinces — (703) 533-3557, 105 W. broad St.
- $11.95 Platter feeds four people, dine in only, 3:30 to 7 p.m.
At Pilin Thai Restaurant — (703) 241-5850, 116 W. Broad St.
- 10% discount off dinner entree, dine in only.
At Maneki Neko Japanese Restaurant — (703) 534-8666, 238 W. Broad St.
- 10% discount off dinner entree, dine in only.
Retail Therapy
At Art and Frame of Falls Church — (703) 534-4202, 111 Park Ave.
- 20% off any custom wood framing need.
At Impulsive — (703) 532-7899, 502 W. Broad St.
- 10% off any one item excluding sale items
At Clay Café Studios — (703) 534-7600, 101 Maple Ave.
- sing for your discount — 1⁄2 price off studio time and 10% off your pottery piece if you sing a song.
FIRSTfriday Address
FIRSTfriday of Falls Church
PO Box 6503
Falls Church, VA 22040-6503
