June 9, 2018
The Best of Ballston


This will be an evening recognizing the hidden stars of Ballston . Talented, creative, smart and savvy people walk the streets of our neighborhood --- this event is our time to share their success stories!

We asked who you think should be honored with the title "Best of Ballston", and with your help the winners have been selected. Join us as we celebrate all the nominees in the categories of Best Property Manager, Best Broker and Innovation & Creativity.

We will also be honoring this year's Robert Ball Sr. Award recipient, Dr. Matthew Shank . As president of Marymount University , Dr. Shank has had an immensely positive impact on Arlington, and Ballston in particular. From his work to redevelop the "Blue Goose" into Marymount Ballston Center to his involvement with the Arlington community and local nonprofits, Dr. Shank exemplifies what it means to be the Best of Ballston.

Agenda:
5:30 pm: Registration and Reception

6:00pm: Ballston BID Annual Meeting and Board of Directors Session ( BID Members Only )

6:15pm: Program and Awards Ceremony

7:15pm: Closing Reception

Registration for the event is free, but space limited. Please register ASAP to reserve your spot.
Great Wines for a Great Cause

Don't you love when a good cause aligns with a fun night? 

We are thrilled t o share that  Wine on Wheels will be partnering with   Diveheart  to host a  Wine on Wheels D.C.  event in Ballston!

Wine on Wheels D.C. is a premier wine tasting event with sommeliers from Washington D.C.'s finest restaurants pouring more than 60 wines. The event will also include a silent auction for charity.

Diveheart is an incredible nonprofit with a local office right here in Ballston. Run by dedicated volunteers, this organization provides free programs that build confidence, independence and self-esteem in the lives of children and adults with disabilities through scuba diving, scuba therapy and related activities. Diveheart operates across the US and in countries around the world.

Wheeling Forward  helps people with disabilities experience life to the fullest and enables them to see possibility where others see insurmountable obstacles. Wheeling Forward was co-founded by  Yannick Benjamin  who is a New York City-based sommelier who has not let spinal cord injury stop him from achieving his goals. 

By partnering with Diveheart and nonprofits across the country they hope to expand their reach and leverage wine events to support partner organizations driving progress in the disability community. 

The money being raised will go to fund the first ever Marine Adventure Scuba Camp
for children with disabilities this August 19-25 2018 in Key Largo! 
June Episode of the BallstonConnect Podcast Now Available

On this episode of BallstonConnect Podcast , Tina Leone is joined in the studio by Kelly Shooshan, CEO of The Shooshan Company.

Kelly discusses her role in some of Ballston's largest redevelopments including Marymount University Ballston Center , and what she envisions for Ballston's future. 

Kelly also explains how she maintains a balance and separation between work-life and personal-life while running The Shooshan Company with her family. 

Download the full episode now on iTunes and Google Play Music
PDU's & Brews Workshop Series

Join Ballston-based HPMTGA as they make another stop on the PDU’s & Brews Workshop Series Tour at  Pete's New Haven Style Pizza   in Clarendon in Arlington, VA on Monday, June 25, 2018! 

This workshop will focus on aligning, or realigning, project strategies with your business needs. More often than not, projects fail to meet their intended goals or objectives due to unexpected changes. In this workshop they will briefly discuss common pitfalls and ways to properly reconcile your strategy with the realities of your business.

This event is great for nearly all industries with content relevant for everything from IT and healthcare to construction and hospitality.

Workshop Schedule
  • 6:00-6:25 PM Registration & Networking
  • 6:30-7:30 PM Workshop Presentation
  • 1 PDU or CEU (Strategic & Business Management)
  • 1 PDU for (CAPM & PMP) Certificate Holders
  • HPMTGA workshop attendees special offer: 10" Cheese Pizza & Craft-beer Pint for $10 (sold separately)

Space is limited, so register early!
Are You Ready to Rock?

A new dramatic comedy series, VIZIONS OF ROCK , is in development in Arlington County, and is scheduled to film in Arlington/Ballston during late
Summer/Fall 2018.

As an Arlington county-based production company, Vizions of Rock is committed to the Northern Virginia community. Their mission is to enhance the Northern Virginia economy by creating jobs and generating revenue for the small businesses, restaurants, and bars that call Arlington County their home.

If you are interested in sponsorship or you'd like to learn more, contact Michael Masucci with the button below.
A Southern Tradition in Northern Virginia

For those who haven’t experienced the fine tradition of a Southern low-country boil, Rustico has just the event for you. Join them on Saturday, June 16th at Rustico Ballston for their Bluegrass & Crawfish Boil. 

From 12 to 7 PM in their outdoor courtyard, Chef De Cuisine Stephen McRae will be serving up a feast of fresh Louisiana crawfish, Andouille sausage, corn on the cob and red potatoes. Make sure to save room for dessert, their housemade beignets are the perfect end to any meal. 

No crawfish boil is complete without a cold beer in-hand. So they've invited 4 of thier favorite Virginia breweries to make sure your glasses don’t go empty. Enjoy hard-to-find Virginia beers from  The Veil Brewing Co. ,   Ocelot Brewing Company ,   The Answer Brewpub , and  Final Gravity Brewing Co.  

Last, but certainly not least, they’ll have plenty of entertainment, from lawn games to live bluegrass performances from The Grandsons and  Jonny Grave . All ages are welcome for this day of outdoor family fun! 

There is no admission fee for this event. Crawfish, sides and beignets will be available a-la-carte. Beer and wine will be priced individually by the glass.
A Whole Lot of OM

Sunset Yoga is back! Join Ballston Quarter and Ballston Sport & Health for a whole lot of om on Wednesday, June 20th from 6:30pm until 7:30pm at the Ballston Bocce Park, located at the corner of Glebe Road and N. Randolph Street.

Also enjoy free water and other BQ-branded giveaways.

As always, the event is BYOM (bring your own mat), and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is free, but sign up now to reserve your spot!