Next week, after the leftover turkey takes on a texture more like shoe leather and you've taken care of your Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping, take a moment to give back to those
less fortunate in our community. Tuesday, November 28, is Giving Tuesday. This special day was started in 2013 as a way of encouraging individuals and businesses to open the
ir hearts on a national day of charity.
The Ballston BID has a special place in its heart for giving back. Last year the BID created our own charitable arm,
BallstonGives, dedicated to helping those in our community. Whether donating food from our farmers market to AFAC, or our annual Bras for Boo-bies drive and fundraiser with A-SPAN, BallstonGives is working to help our community become a better place. Want to donate on Giving Tuesday, but don't know where to go? Here are some amazing charitable organizations and partners of BallstonGives!
The Ballston BID and the Arlington Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to spread a little joy this holiday season. Join us for the 6th Annual Holiday Cheer on Tap on Tuesday, December 5th from 5pm-7pm. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and drinks while mingling with your friends and colleagues. A pop-up holiday market will offer unique gifts and trinkets for anyone on your "nice" list. Be sure to enter for a chance to win a limited-edition hockey stick signed by Washington Capital, Evgeny Kuznetsov! This year's reception will be held at the Holiday Inn on N. Fairfax Drive. Get your tickets today!
The Ballston BID has partnered with the Optimist Club to bring a little holiday cheer to the neighborhood. On December 13th and 14th from 4-8pm, stop by Welburn Square for a pop-up Christmas tree farm. Cosi will provide the sweet treats and hot chocolate to keep you warm while you search for the perfect centerpiece of your holiday decorations. Trees will be available in a variety of sizes from tabletop to 8-feet. Attendants will be on-site to secure your tree to your vehicle. All you need to do is decorate!
