Welcome to Support Arlington Center
Support Arlington Center is a citizens' group dedicated to keeping Arlington Center thriving with diverse, successful small businesses. It was started in June 2016 during the alarming rate of empty storefronts and exorbitant rent increases. The group works with Town members, business owners and the community to encourage shopping and dining in Arlington Center. The group consists of Arlington residents, business owners, and visitors who love and support Arlington Center. We feel a special responsibility as the site of Town Hall, Robbins Library, Arlington High School, the Town Garden, Arlington Town Day, Jason Russell House, Cyrus Dallin Museum, Spy Pond, the Boys and Girls Club, the Senior Center, the main post office, and much more. Learn more about Support Arlington Center and join the conversation on Facebook.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -- Margaret Mead
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -- Margaret Mead
Business of the Month:
Klassical Kidz Music Studio
Klassical Kidz Music Studio, located on 13A Medford Street in Arlington Center, is a music lesson and instructional school for students of all ages and levels. The studio offers private lessons, ensembles, chamber music, summer programs, and camps. Established in 2009, the studio was co-founded by sisters Adrienne and Lydia Bassett, who are professionally trained musicians and teachers. They specialize in violin, viola, piano, and harp instruction. With over fifteen years of teaching experience, the Bassetts have gained a stellar reputation--not only for their excellent teaching, but their individualized approach, and innovative methods that inspire and delight students. The co-founders are dedicated to sharing their love of music with young students and are deeply committed to teaching individuals how fun and rewarding the study of music can be. Klassical Kidz Music Studio values the importance of both ear training techniques as well as music/note reading. Students of all ages learn music through private lessons in tandem with an age appropriate group class or chamber group. With weekly one on one instruction, paired with the exciting experience of playing with other students each week, motivation is created naturally along with a thriving sense of community! Klassical Kidz is currently offering all group programs online, due to Covid-19. This summer, they are excited to offer a large selection of online Music Clubs for students of all ages! Sign up today to learn about the many classes offered during Summer Term at Klassical Kidz Music Studio! Website | Facebook | Email Ways to give to Arlington Center BusinessesMany small businesses in Arlington Center had to close their doors (temporarily) due to COVID-19, or they are working tirelessly to offer take out (curbside). Below please find some Arlington Center businesses who were featured as a Business of the Month for Support Arlington Center. Many of these Arlington Center businesses have online offerings including gift cards, online purchasing, and curb side delivery. Please consider ways to support these businesses. Be safe, be well, and be healthy!
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Events, Recent News & ArticlesCOVID-19 Updates
Many Arlington businesses are open for business, but they have specific hours and pick up requirements due to COVID-19. Please see the Town's Open Business document for details. Please note: This document is constantly changing, so please check it often for updates. In addition, the Town has created an important document about COVID-19 resources for businesses and nonprofits. Arlington's Tango Restaurant Closing After 18 Years Read more > Arlington Farmers' Market Reopens: Health Guidelines To Know. Read more > Abilyn’s Frozen Bakery closes The ice cream shop that specialized in frozen cakes and desserts, has closed after 14 years. Read more > Retro Burger closing after 7 years, to be replace by new restaurant Read more > CBD Store Opens In Long-Vacant Arlington Center Storefront, located at 460 Mass Ave Learn more > Letter to the Editor about Arlington's vacant storefront bylaw featured in the Boston Globe How one Massachusetts town [Arlington] is tackling vacant storefronts Read letter > Listen to podcast interview with Support Arlington Center Arlington Entrepreneurs interviewed co-founder Alyssa Clossey about the importance of small business shopping and how Support Arlington Center was formed. Listen now > Goals of the new bylaw for Vacant Store Fronts Read more > Boston Globe featured article: Residents pressure Arlington Center Landlords to fill growing vacant storefronts Read more > Arlington Cable News story on Support Arlington Center
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