There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From an EMT training to a Pisces dance party, here are some solid options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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Until Help Arrives
First, prepare yourself to "be the help until help arrives" in the event you witness a situation involving traumatic injury. Arlington County Department of Public Safety & Communications and the Arlington County Fire Department are training average citizens to learn to provide immediate support to the injured, and report to 9-1-1 efficiently.
When: Wednesday, March 13, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St., Room 134
Admission: Free
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Arlington Luck of the Irish St. Paddy's Weekend
Next, kick off St. Patrick's Day with this Saturday pub crawl through downtown Arlington. Don your green and hit bars like Mister Days, Citizens Burger Bar, Pamplona, OZ Restaruant & Bar and more.
When: Saturday, March 16, 1-7 p.m.
Where: Mister Days + Various Venues, 3100 Clarendon Blvd.
Admission: $27
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Our Stories of Migration with Natalia Nakazawa
Alternatively, wear whatever color you want to the Arlington Arts Center for this free art workshop designed around themes of ancestors and migration. Artist Natalia Nakazawa will be on hand to discuss her work in this area, and to help participants to overlay their stories onto a "world map tapestry" constructed from online museum collections.
When: Saturday, March 16, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Arlington Arts Center, 3550 Wilson Blvd.
Admission: Free
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The St. Patrick's Day Clarendon Block Party at Pamplona & Bar Bao
Head to the patio at Pamplona for another shot at St. Paddy's Day revelry. Expect DJs, food, drink and prizes. Entry is free.
When: Saturday, March 16, 3-9 p.m.
Where: Pamplona, 3100 Clarendon Blvd.
Admission: Free
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Pisces Birthday Bash
Finally, if you're a Pisces - or you know one - this birthday party might be the ticket this weekend. Dance the night away to the music of saxophonist Sharon Thomas, The Style Band and DJs Master T and Bobby at the Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel.
When: Saturday, March 16, 8 p.m.- Sunday, March 17, 2 a.m.
Where: Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel, 900 S. Orme St.
Admission: $30
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