Next FIRSTfrdiay event is July 3rd!
Falls Church’s FIRSTfriday, held the first Friday of each month, creates business and social synergy in the city of Falls Church. The event attracts people to view local artwork and events, 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 Tara Cronin and Nan Morrison.
Below is a complete list of what is happening on July 3rd.
All discounts available on FIRSTfriday only, just mention FIRSTfriday and you’ll be good to go. Please thank all of our participants throughout the month each time you visit them.
Images below of Blake Hauter, Denise Philipbar, and McLean High School Theatre group from June's FIRSTfriday event.
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 and sale featuring Irish artist Tara Cronin will showcase an endearing collection of pub themed drinkers in charcoal and pencil. These delicate drawings portray the enjoyment and social element of Irish pub culture. Currently displaying work in The Warren Gallery, Ireland and having previously exhibited across Europe this event will see the artist make her American debut. With an eye for quirky subject matter accompanied with the ingenious ability to capture emotion the show promises to be a huge success. Artist talk 7:15 pm.
- Open Studio Night - View watercolorist Bill Abel in action at Park Avenue Gallery Studios.
- Free ice cream available until it lasts, brought to you by Lazy Sundae.
At Healthy By Intention - 703-534-1321, 100 N. Washington St. Lobby and Suites 307-309, 6-8 pm, www.healthybyintention.com
- What a peaceful way to spend a Friday evening: seated massage, an Aromatherapy display and discussion, Gerina's Good Goodies, lots of good folks and comradery.
At Red, White & Bleu Wine and Gourmet - 703-533-WINE (9463), 127 S. Washington St., 5-8 pm www.redwhiteandbleu.com
- Enjoy the featured wines in the tasting room.
At Ireland’s Four Provinces Restaurant - 703-534-8999, 105 W. Broad St., 8 pm ‘til closing
- Local Irish Balladeer will sing 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 more live music, no cover charge.
At Clay Café Studios - 703-534-7600, 101 N. Maple Ave., 6-9 pm, www.claywire.com
- Are you a Guitar Hero? Have you always secretly wanted to be a rock star? Come have some rock band fun and show us your stuff! For those who like to sing too, we have mikes just for you. The Xbox is set up and all you need to do is strum for some fun with your friends and family while you paint some pottery and create your glass fusing masterpiece. Light fare served.
At Curves - 703-536-0140, 240 W. Broad St., 7-9 pm
- Art exhibit and sale "Get Color Get Happy" featuring artist Nan Morrison with her works of inspiring bands of color, linear patterns, angles, dots, building color on color contrasts and creating thick, diverse, and rich textures.
At Falls Church Antiques - 703-241-9642, 250 W. Broad St., 6-8 pm
- Featuring kitchen ware and glassware.
At Stifel and Capra, "Art & Ornament for your Wonderful" - 703-533-3557, 260 W. Broad St., www.StifelandCapra.com
- We will NOT be participating in the July 3rd FIRSTfriday as we will be preparing for our Birthday Sale Thursday, July 9th from 10am to 8pm. Save the date!
At MOD Arts - 703-795-7899, 201 Pennsylvania Ave., 7-9 pm, www.modarts.org
- Contemporary art gallery tucked amongst a few of our “Tree City’s” finest leafed giants representing the avant garde of today’s artists, including the Pop Art acrylic, silk screen, and oil painted musings of Clark Fox, abstract ink drawings and tile mosaics Eric Vanlaer, oil and acrylic Rothko-esque paintings and photography of Henry Gallucio, photo collage by Judy Smith, and mixed media sculptures of Diane Brunner. Also open by appointment by contacting Mary O’Donnell at mary@modarts.org of mobile 703-795-1307. Light appetizers and drink will be served.
At Stacy’s Coffee Parlor - 703-538-6266, 709 W. Broad St., 7-9 pm, www.stacyscoffeeshop.com
Dining Specials:
At Argia’s - 703-534-1033, 124 N. Washington St., www.argias.com
- 10% discount off lunch check (no alcohol), dine in only.
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 Red, White & Bleu Wine and Gourmet - 703-533-WINE, 127 S. Washington St., www.redehiteandbleu.com
- Featured wines in the tasting room are specially discounted.
At Ireland’s Four Provinces - 703-534-8999, 105 W. Broad St.
- Platter feeds four people, dine in only, 3:30 to 7 pm
At Maneki Neko Japanese Restaurant - 703-534-8666, 238 W. Broad St.
- 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.
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 The Medicine Shoppe - 703-536-4042, 107 Park Ave.
- Providing Shingles vaccine and pneumonia vaccine.
At Healthy By Intention - 703-534-1321, 100 N. Washington St Lobby and Suites 307-309, www.healthybyintention.com
- $5 off coupons for sessions of 1 hour or longer for all FIRSTfriday attendees with Gift Certificates readily available.
At Dominion Camera - 703-532-6700, 112 W. Broad St., www.dominioncamera.com
- 20% off Ilford custom enlargements and select photo accessories.
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.
- Join now and get 50% discount off service fee and 1 month free with a 1 year agreement.
