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Free 'Recovery City' screening Wednesday

September 22, 2026

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Recovery documentary and panel set for Arlington High

Arlington Overcomes Addiction will screen the documentary "Recovery City" free at Arlington High School on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 6:30 p.m. A panel with the film's director and featured participants follows the screening. The event marks National Recovery Month; registration is required.

Your Arlington

Parking Advisory Committee meets Tuesday at noon

Arlington's Parking Advisory Committee meets today, Sept. 22, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Town Hall Annex, 730 Massachusetts Ave.

Town of Arlington

Arlington Poetry Series features Jean Flanagan and K.T. Landon

The Arlington Poetry Series takes place tonight, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. in the Robbins Library Community Room, with readings by Jean Flanagan and K.T. Landon and a brief open mic.

Patch

Park and Recreation Commission meets Tuesday evening

The Park and Recreation Commission meets tonight, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. in the Recreation Department's fourth-floor main hall at 17 Irving St.

Town of Arlington

Zoning Board of Appeals holds remote hearing Tuesday night

The Zoning Board of Appeals holds a remote hearing tonight, Sept. 22, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; written public comments are accepted before the hearing begins.

Town of Arlington

Tapestry-weaving class begins Wednesday at Mystic Open Studio

A three-session tapestry-weaving class begins Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Mystic Open Studio; $210 tuition includes yarn and a frame to take home.

Your Arlington

Stratton Elementary holds back-to-school night Wednesday

Stratton Elementary's back-to-school night is Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 6 to 7:45 p.m., with staggered classroom visits assigned by last name.

Stratton Elementary School

Senior Center plans luncheon with live music Thursday

The Arlington Senior Center hosts a National Senior Center Month luncheon Thursday, Sept. 24, from noon to 2 p.m. at 27 Maple St., with lunch and live music by guitarist Chris Carter; registration required, limited to Arlington residents.

Your Arlington

Robbins Library hosts kids' sing-along Tuesday morning

Robbins Library hosts a sing-along today, Sept. 22, from 10 to 10:30 a.m., with singing and dancing for children ages 0 to 5.

Robbins Library

Fox Branch hosts drop-in Puzzle Party Tuesday

Fox Library hosts a drop-in Puzzle Party today, Sept. 22, from 3 to 4 p.m., inviting residents to work on puzzles together in the branch's community room.

Robbins Library

Reading Companion Dogs return to Robbins Library Tuesday

Robbins Library offers Kids' Read to Dogs today, Sept. 22, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; children ages 5 and older can sign up for 15-minute reading sessions with companion dogs.

Robbins Library

Gentle yoga and meditation offered at Robbins Library

A beginner-friendly gentle yoga and meditation class meets today, Sept. 22, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Robbins Library Community Room; bring a mat or use a chair.

Robbins Library

Arlington Freshman Girls Soccer Hosts Burlington

Arlington's freshman girls soccer team hosts Burlington today, Sept. 22, in a non-conference match; kickoff time isn't listed.

MaxPreps

Hardy fifth graders host fundraiser at Arlington Heights Pub

Hardy Elementary fifth graders host a fundraiser today, Sept. 22, from 4 to 11 p.m. at Arlington Heights Pub; 10% of purchases go to the fund for diners who mention Hardy.

Hardy PTO

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