Thank you very much to our SPONSORS listed above!!!
The next FIRSTfriday of Falls Church event is Friday, August 6th, 2010!
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 a business and social synergy that attracts people to view local artwork, attend musical and theatrical performances, learn about the City’s history, and shop and dine in downtown Falls Church.
Come to FIRSTfriday of Falls Church and join the fun. This month highlights include artists Adriel Perkins, Hilary Barbour, Denise Philipbar, Michael Snell, Bill Abel, Christine Miller, Hazel Brutsche, Bev Rocco, Justine Spilman, Nan Stringer, and others. ArtALot activities include Cruise-In Friday with classic cars and musical performance by The Style Masters. Musical performances also 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, August 6th. 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.
Images below are from a previous FIRSTfriday events.
Additional Parking Available at Kaiser Permanente and 113 Park Avenue
Art Events:
At Art and Frame of Falls Church - 703-534-4202, 111 Park Ave., 6-8 pm, www.artandframeoffallschurch.com
- Art exhibition titled "Hat Innovation". Take a ride never seen before with Adriel Perkins' journey to the culture of graffiti art styled to fit and form fitted hats. Artist talk at 7:10 pm.
- Open Studio Night with Bill Abel with Make Art Happen.
- Open Studio Night in Studio Four with artist Christine Miller showing her pastel paintings of landscapes and still lifes. Christine also paints in oils and watercolors.
- FREE ice cream from Lazy Sundae.
At ArtALot - An Art Destination with artists, craftsmen, and musicians - 703-534-4202, 111 Park Ave., 6-8 pm, www.artandframeoffallschurch.com
- Cruise-In Friday sponsorship by Don Beyer Volvo - America's Favorite Volvo Dealer. No entry fee. Dash plaques and T-Shirts for the first 25 that show. Door prizes too! Trophy for Top finisher.
- Musical Stage Sponsorship by Tori McKinney - Your "Green" Realtor ... Offering "Rock Star" Service with performance by The Style Masters.
- Art exhibits featuring encaustics and works on paper including Abstract and hand-pulled prints by Denise Philipbar - www.denisesart.com; Michael Snell showing his hand-made books and journals using all archival materials; handcrafted artisan jewelry and repair service by Hazel Brutsche - www.ofallthebeads.com; Bev Rocco, Justine Spilman, Nan Stringer, and others.
- "DOGGIE YAPPIE HOUR" is back on FIRSTfriday of Falls Church. Always There Pet Care is hosting "DOGGIE YAPPIE HOUR", come check us out in the Lot. 703-237-5522 www.alwaystherepetcare.com.
At Red, White & Bleu Wine and Gourmet - 703-533-WINE (9463), 127 S. Washington St., 5-8 pm, www.redwhiteandbleu.com
- Enjoy the featured themed beer tastings in The Tasting Room with FREE admission.
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! Get your creative juices flowing and try your hand at pottery painting and glass fusing. Free demonstrations are provided for lots of easy techniques. If you feel ARTfully challenged, we have some great new tools to ease your stress. Come in to paint or do glass fusing and you draw for your discount such as free studio time, $ off your bill, or free pottery.
At Curves - 703-536-0140, 240 W. Broad St.
- Call for open hours of show.
At Stifel and Capra, "Art and Ornament for your Wonderful Life" - 703-533-3557, 260 W. Broad St., 5-8 pm, www.StifelandCapra.com
- Join Arlington artist and craft brewer artist Bud Hensgen for his show "American Farm", meet paper wizard Isabel Zito as she debuts her new paper line and enjoy tasty treats with our in house artists and treasure hunters.
At Sacred Well Yoga Studio - 703-989-8316, 450 West Broad St. Ste. 320, 6-7:15 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 belle et bonne - 703-328-2117, 701 West Broad St., Suite 203, 6-8 pm, www.bellebonne.com
At Stacy’s Coffee Parlor - 703-538-6266, 709 W. Broad St., 7-9 pm, www.stacyscoffeeshop.com
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 Stacy’s Coffee Parlor - 703-538-6266, 709 W. Broad St., www.stacyscoffeeshop.com
- Free 16 oz drip coffee with a purchase of equal or greater.
At Open Kitchen - 703-942-8148, 7115 Leesburg Pike (W. Broad St.), 6:30-10 pm, www.openkitchen-dcmetro.com
- 10% discount off lunch or dinner check (no alcohol), dine in only.
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 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 Clay Café Studios - 703-534-7600, 101 Maple Ave., www.claywire.com
- Calling all Guitar Heroes! Star in your own Rock Band - ½ price off studio time and 10% discount off your pottery piece if you strum for some fun.
At Curves - 703-536-0140, 240 W. Broad St.
- 50% off and free weight management classes!
At Stifel and Capra, "Art and Ornament for your Wonderful Life" - 703-533-3557, 260 W. Broad St., www.StifelandCapra.com
- 10% off your order if you are wearing your Easter Bonnet or Bunny ears!
Remembering Bob! Image of Bob Morrison, from May 2009's FIRSTfriday event taken by Yasmin David.
