Welcome to FIRSTfriday of Falls Church
It's Fun. It's Free. It's FIRSTfriday!

 

      

  

Thank you very much to our SPONSORS listed above!!!

The next FIRSTfriday of Falls Church event is February 3, 2012!


Come to FIRSTfriday of Falls Church and join the fun.  This month highlights include artists Eileen Hecht-Levy, Donna Byrne,  Beejee Juhnke , Julie Lo Russo , , DJ Gaskin, Marina Troy, and Christine Miller.  Tastings, yoga and more.  Play performance at ArtSpace and additional musical performances at Ireland's Four Provinces, Dogwood Tavern, and Clare and Don's.  

Below is a complete list of what will be happening at each location on the first Friday of the month, February 3rd.  Don't forget to dine, shop, and visit each throughout the month!

All discounts available on FIRSTfriday only, just pick up a flyer or print this out and you’ll be good to go.  Please thank all of our participants throughout the month each time you visit them.

Thank you too to the following supporters of FIRSTfriday of Falls Church who don't have an event: All State, Eden Center, Falls Church Foot & Ankle Center, and Falls Church News Press. 

Images below are from a previous FIRSTfriday events.

 

Additional Parking Available at 113 Park Avenue, courtesy of Human Touch Health and  Kaiser Permanente parking garage, courtesy Kaiser Permanente.


 

Art Events:

At Art and Frame of Falls Church - 703-534-4202, 111 Park Ave., 6-8 pm, www.artandframeoffallschurch.com

  • Art exhibit and opening reception entitled "Lively and Whimsical: Abstract Interpretations of Our Day", new paintings by Eileen Hecht-Levy and Donna Byrne. 
  • Open Studio Night with Marina Troy and Christine Miller. 


At Red, White & Bleu Wine and Gourmet - 703-533-WINE (9463), 127 S. Washington St., 5-8 pm, www.redwhiteandbleu.com

  •   Enjoy the featured theme beer tasting in The Tasting Room with FREE admission.


At Creative Cauldron at ArtSpace - 571-239-5288 410 S. Maple Ave, www.creativecauldron.org

  • "Stories on Steel, Wood & Ivory" musical performance the DAY AFTER FIRSTfriday! Singer/Songwriters Ben Mason, Jeff Severson and Jeff Smith invite you to hear their stories on January 7, the first Saturday of the new year. Purchase tickets for only $15 in advance online or by phone.


At Ireland’s Four Provinces Restaurant - 703-534-8999, 105 W. Broad St., 8 pm ‘til closing, www.4psva.com

  • Local Irish Balladeer singing songs you know and maybe some you don't know!


At Dogwood Tavern - 703-237-8333, 132 W. Broad St., 8 pm ‘til closing, www.dogwoodtavern.com

  • FIRSTfriday After Party with musical performance.


At Clay Café Studios - 703-534-7600, 101 N. Maple Ave., 6-9pm,  www.claywire.com

  • Every day is an ARTful event at Clay Café!   Come by and check out the new pottery and glass fusing projects that will be available for Valentine's Day gifts. Light refreshments.

At Curves  - 703-536-0140, 240 W. Broad St., 6-8:30pm

  • Displayed works of Beejee Juhnke showcasing her paintings from trips she has made, still life, portraiture and plein air all in oil .

At Stifel and Capra, "Art and Ornament for your Wonderful Life" - 703-533-3557, 260 W. Broad St., 5-8 pm, www.StifelandCapra.com

  • Meet Jeweler Julie Lo Russo as she presents her mixed vintage/contemporary line for the first time.  Stock up for your sweetie for Valentine's Day!  Meet our resident artists, enjoy a snack and convivial company!                 .             .

At Sacred Well Yoga Studio -  703-989-8316, 450 W. Broad St. Ste. 320, 7-8:15 pm, www.swys.net

  • Class for Charity.  Join us for an all-levels yoga class for charity.  100% of all donations go to local charities.  Charity changes monthly.  Suggested donation is $10, but pay what you like.


At Fall Properties - 703-536-0140, 212-A N. West St.,  5:30-8pm, www.fallproperties.com

  •  Art exhibit and opening reception.  Meet the artist, share a glass, a nosh, and some good conversation. 

 


  
Dining Specials:


At Clare and Don’s - 703-532-9283, 130 N. Washington St., www.clareanddons.com

  • $7.50 Fish & Chips lunch special, dine in only.

At Ireland’s Four Provinces - 703-534-8999, 105 W. Broad St., www.4psva.com

  • Platter feeds four people, dine in only, 3:30 to 7 pm


At Maneki Neko Japanese Restaurant - 703-534-8666, 238 W. Broad St., www.mneko.com

  • 10% discount off dinner entrée, dine in only.


At La Caraquena Restaurant - 703-533-0076, 300 W. Broad St., www.lacaraquena.com

  • 10% discount off lunch for two (food only), dine in only.

At Mad Fox Brewing Company - 703-942-6840, 444 W. Broad St., www.madfoxbrewing.com 

  • Get Foxed on Sundays with Brunch AND $7 Lunch Specials Monday thru Friday, 11am to 3pm.

 


 
Retail Therapy:

At Art and Frame of Falls Church - 703-534-4202, 111 Park Ave., www.artandframeoffallschurch.com

  • 20% discount off any custom wood framing need.

At Allstate: GJG Insurance Agency - 703-241-8100, 125 N. Washington St.

  •  Now offering Claim Satisfaction Guarantee on personal auto insurance policies!


At Red, White & Bleu Wine and Gourmet - 703-533-WINE, 127 S. Washington St., www.redehiteandbleu.com

  • Featured beers in the tasting room are specially discounted. 


At Creative Cauldron at ArtSpace - 571-239-5288 410 S. Maple Ave, 8 pm, www.creativecauldron.org

  • Purchase tickets for only $15 in advance online or by phone. 

 
At Clay Café Studios - 703-534-7600, 101 Maple Ave., www.claywire.com

  • Check out the new pottery and glass fusing projects that will be available for Valentine's Day gifts.     

At Curves - 703-536-0140, 240 W. Broad St.

  • Try Curves for 10 days for only $10.00! 

At Little River Yoga   703-203-8510, 6025 Wilson Blvd  . , www. littleriveryoga@gmail.com

  • Teens/Tweens Yoga Classes at 5pm with Carson, followed by Power Vinyasa at 6:30pm with Carson.

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FIRSTfriday of Falls Church draws people to the City and to the City’s businesses, resulting in economic development for the City of Falls Church.

FIRSTfriday of Falls Church is a monthly, year-round event that creates and promotes a business and social synergy for the arts and artists in and around the city of Falls Church   attracting people to view local artwork, attend musical and theatrical performances, learn about the City’s history, and shop and dine in downtown Falls Church. 

FIRSTfriday of Falls Church has many opportunities to get involved in making and supporting the arts in The Little City, Falls Church.  Call 703-534-4202 and ask for Tom or e-mail him at tommygoogolplex@aol.com.

FIRSTfriday of Falls Church programs are funded in part by a grant from the Economic Development Authority of the City of Falls Church.
 

Remembering Bob!  Image of Bob Morrison, from May 2009's FIRSTfriday event taken by Yasmin David.