October 17 - October 21

Arlington Restaurant Week: October 17-24

Monday, October 17

Chamber 101

Virtual

12:00-1:15 p.m.

Gala Committee Meeting

Fire Works Pizza

5:00-6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 18

LeadShare Group Meeting

Virtual

8:45-10:00 a.m.

Wednesday, October 19

Government Affairs & Economic Development Committee

Chamber Boardroom

9:00-10:30 a.m.

LeadShare Group Meeting

Virtual

11:45-1:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 20

LeadShare Group Meeting

Chamber Boardroom

11:45-1:00 p.m.

Business After Business

Mercedes-Benz of Arlington

5:00-7:00 p.m.

Friday, October 21

Chamber 101

Chamber Boardroom

12:00-1:00 p.m.

Arlington Restaurant Week

Presenting Sponsor

It's Arlington Restaurant Week! Starting today through Monday, October 24, enjoy special deals and menus from more than 40 restaurants throughout the Arlington area. This event allows diners to choose meals from a variety of cuisines and price points. Diners can view all participating restaurant menus on our webpage.

Make sure to follow our social media and our Facebook event page for the latest updates and use #ARLRestaurantWeek!

Business After Business

Thursday, October 20 | 5:00-7:00 p.m. | Mercedes-Benz of Arlington

Creating connections in this relaxed setting is a great way to end your business day. Build your network while enjoying food, beer, wine, and soft drinks, all of which are included in your registration. Attendees are eligible to win door prizes donated by members and members have a chance to win our cash jackpot.

Grand Sponsor

Small Business Roundtable: Retirement Plans for Small Business Owners

Wednesday, October 26 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | Virtual

As a small business owner, you’re used to giving your all to the business, but it’s important to plan ahead for your own future. Join Todd Youngdahl, CFP®, and Ann Blakey, CFP® of Washington Wealth Advisors as they lead a discussion on self-employed retirement plan options that may make the most sense for small business owners. The presentation will outline contribution limits, tax advantages, and employee benefits.

Chamber Supports Proposed Through-Running MARC Train Service to Virginia 

The Arlington Chamber supports the proposed collaboration between the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) and the Maryland Transportation Authority to bring through-running MARC train service from Maryland to Northern Virginia. This service would dramatically increase the number of workers who could commute to Arlington within 60 minutes.

Brunch and Business: Celebrating Dynamic Hispanic Entrepreneurs 

Tuesday, October 25 | 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Hyatt Regency Crystal City

Join us as we celebrate entrepreneurship during Hispanic Heritage Month! The Chamber is proud to partner with Arlington Economic Development's BizLaunch for their Brunch and Business: Celebrating Dynamic Hispanic Entrepreneurs event. Hear their stories, be inspired, and see what it takes to run a successful business in 2022. At this Brunch and Business, attendees will taste delicious cuisine from key restaurants throughout Arlington, network and meet substantial contacts, and learn about new concepts to help innovate and to grow their business.

Chamber Supports Zoning Amendments Regarding Micro-Fulfillment

The Chamber commends the County Board for actions at their October 15 meeting to support the broader Commercial Market Resiliency Initiative. The Board adopted amendments that will enable Arlington to permit micro-fulfillment centers, and advertised additional amendments regarding colleges and universities, urban agriculture, dog boarding, breweries, and distilleries.