Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Join the Careers & Networking (formerly Working Moms) subgroup for co-working time at Central Library every other Thursday!
For moms currently out of work, looking to transition to a new role, or who simply want to some accountability buddies while working remotely, we will meet every other week starting on Thursday, January 8 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm. We have a room booked at Central Library for each session (first session is in Little Falls room) and is open to Mona members looking for a quiet space to apply for jobs or work along with some friendly co-working and accountability buddies.
Drop by if you can, even if only for a few minutes. Hope to see some of you there! Reach out with any questions! more info...
Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
Join us to discuss: The Astral Library by Kate Quinn Date: June 11th
In celebration of summer, we are doing a Beach Read Book Swap/Summer Recipe Exchange:
Bring a summery wrapped book (new OR used) and/or 10 copies of a summer recipe or beverage to share. This is OPTIONAL so don't stress if you don't participate! Didn't have the book? Didn't have time to read the book? No stress! Come hang out with other MONA members, hear about the book and enjoy the event!
We will take a break in July and our next book club meeting will be on 8/21. August Book Club pick: All that Life Can Afford by Emily Everett
SAVE THE DATE: Starting in September, book club will meet the second Thursday of every month.
Our next dates will be as follows:
September 11, 2026
October 9, 2026
November 13, 2026
Where to park?!?!
Two-hour free parking on 13th Street N and N. Kirkwood between Washington and 13th (right side only). Two hour PAID parking heading down Kirkwood on left side up to side street - after that it is free. Four hour PAID parking on Fairfax Drive, including the Northside Social loop (Both are $1.75/hour) more info...
Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
Calling all new and expecting MONA parents. Come hang out, swap stories, and find your village. We are gathering at Quincy Park in Ballston for a casual, fun morning to meet new friends and build community. Whether you are currently expecting or navigating the beautiful chaos of early parenthood, you are welcome here. Quincy Park has fantastic amenities including a massive shaded picnic shelter, a great playground, tennis courts, and plenty of open grass. Pack a blanket, grab your favorite morning beverage, and come join the fun. We cannot wait to connect with you.
Event Details
June 20, 2026
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Quincy Park
Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Join the Careers & Networking (formerly Working Moms) subgroup for co-working time at Central Library every other Thursday!
For moms currently out of work, looking to transition to a new role, or who simply want to some accountability buddies while working remotely, we will meet every other week starting on Thursday, January 8 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm. We have a room booked at Central Library for each session (first session is in Little Falls room) and is open to Mona members looking for a quiet space to apply for jobs or work along with some friendly co-working and accountability buddies.
Drop by if you can, even if only for a few minutes. Hope to see some of you there! Reach out with any questions! more info...
Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
Join us for another New & Expecting Moms Brunch on Sunday, June 28th at 11:00 AM at Sabores Tapas in Arlington!
We’ll be enjoying a fun summer brunch featuring bottomless (aka all-you-can-eat!) tapas in a vibrant setting. Thanks to MONA, we can discount the meal from $47 to $30! Your $30 ticket includes all food, plus tax & tip — the only thing not included is drinks. They do have great specials though, including $1 mimosas!
We only have space for 12 moms, so sign up ASAP if you’d like to join us!
A few fun details:
• Sabores Tapas was named one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the Country in 2024 by Yelp
• They have an extensive brunch menu of 33+ dishes (many are vegetarian and gluten free)
If you have any specific accommodation questions, please reach out to me, Austin Marie Cetrangolo (aucetra@gmail.com), and I’m happy to coordinate with the restaurant or get more details for you.
Parking: Sabores Tapas has communicated to me that they validate parking in the Giant parking lot ("Penrose Parking Garage" - 901 S Barton St, Arlington, VA 22204)
Looking forward to a relaxed, fun summer brunch together more info...
Weekly: MONA has two opportunities every week to meetup with new and expecting moms and babies over coffee. Running late? No problem! Come when you can, come as you are!
Tuesdays 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Roggenart Ballston (4401 Wilson Blvd UNIT 103, Arlington, VA 22203)
Thursdays 2-4 pm at Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Clarendon (2805 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201)
Monthly: On Saturdays once a month come hang out with other new and expecting moms and dads at a park (or indoors if raining). Find details (date and location) on the MONA event calendar. more info...
Please join Dr. Sara Black, PT, DPT, founder of Zia Physiotherapy, on Tuesday, June 30 at 7 pm as she continues the discussion surrounding perimenopause/menopause. In our first conversation, we explored the body-wide changes during this stage of life and how lifestyle strategies can help support you through them. This follow-up session dives into another important piece of the puzzle: Menopause Hormone Therapy. We'll break down what hormone therapy actually is, who it may be appropriate for, common myths and fears, and how it can work alongside lifestyle changes, not replace them. The goal is clarity so you can make informed, confident decisions about your care. See you there! more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Join the Careers & Networking (formerly Working Moms) subgroup for co-working time at Central Library every other Thursday!
For moms currently out of work, looking to transition to a new role, or who simply want to some accountability buddies while working remotely, we will meet every other week starting on Thursday, January 8 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm. We have a room booked at Central Library for each session (first session is in Little Falls room) and is open to Mona members looking for a quiet space to apply for jobs or work along with some friendly co-working and accountability buddies.
Drop by if you can, even if only for a few minutes. Hope to see some of you there! Reach out with any questions! more info...
NEW this year! Smithsonain Sleepover - American History Museum
Salute the country’s 250th birthday by taking an all-American road trip at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Unfold your map, turn on the engine, and follow the road through the museum’s galleries. Along the way, immerse yourself in the new exhibit Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. You’ll play I-Spy and the license plate game, make a pit stop, test your knowledge—and even become a presidential candidate—in a memorable overnight adventure.
Cost: $110/person (normally $150/person!)
Ages: 8 to 14 years old. There must be at least one adult for every five children in any group that registers. No siblings younger than 8. No adults without children. Every person coming must register.
Date: Friday, July 10
Schedule: (Previous schedule - subject to change)
6:30-7p.m. Check-in
7 to 7:30 p.m. Orientation and snack time
7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Interactive exploration of the museum, hands-on activities, Smithsonian Sleepover T-shirt sales
Join us for a fabulous show by Cricket the Entertainer, a MONA favorite!
11:00 am
Faith Lutheran Church / Fellowship Hall
As always, this event is open to all and free to attend! MONA member socials are a fun and easy way to meet up with other MONA members and their kids. It is also a great way to introduce friends and family to MONA. Partners, grandparents, and friends are all welcome!
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Bring your clubs for an evening of sips, snacks, and swings at Arlington's newest golf spot, The Golf Yards! Attendees will mingle with fellow aspiring and seasoned golfers while practicing their swing over drinks and snacks (non-alcoholic drinks will be provided but want to make it a HH? You can BYOB!). Each guest will receive access to the private club for the evening, including top-of-the-line golf technology (TrackMan and Wellputt), a members' lounge, and a state-of-the-art gym (Technogym and Oxefit). All parents are welcome — we just kindly ask that you leave the little ones at home for this one! More details to follow for registered guests closer to the event.
... and all attendees will receive 75% off The Golf Yards' initiation fee (a $750 value)!
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Join the Careers & Networking (formerly Working Moms) subgroup for co-working time at Central Library every other Thursday!
For moms currently out of work, looking to transition to a new role, or who simply want to some accountability buddies while working remotely, we will meet every other week starting on Thursday, January 8 from 10:00 am - 12:00pm. We have a room booked at Central Library for each session (first session is in Little Falls room) and is open to Mona members looking for a quiet space to apply for jobs or work along with some friendly co-working and accountability buddies.
Drop by if you can, even if only for a few minutes. Hope to see some of you there! Reach out with any questions! more info...
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...
Smithsonian Nighttime Adventures at the Natural History Museum are back!
Join fellow adventurers at one of the world's most visited museum as the doors close, the lights dim, and the crowds shuffle out for the day. Wander through the Fossil Hall, where dinosaurs cast giant shadows. Learn about Earth's past, discover the ocean's aquatic wonders, blast off to the moon, visit pollinators, and walk softly past mysterious mammals. Participate in games and challenges, immerse yourself in hand-on crafts and even learn how to eat like a T-rex while playing The Game of Survival.
Cost: $110/person (normally $150/person!)
Ages: 8 to 14 years old. There must be at least one adult for every five children in any group that registers. No siblings younger than 8. No adults without children. Every person coming must register.
Date: Friday, July 31
Schedule: (Previous schedule - subject to change)
6:30-7p.m. Check-in
7 to 7:30 p.m. Orientation and snack time
7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Interactive exploration of the museum, hands-on activities, Smithsonian Sleepover T-shirt sales
If you are looking for an opportunity to hit the courts with a nice, fun group of women, please join us for MONA Tennis. We meet on Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Tuckahoe Park courts starting in May, weather permitting. Players of all levels are welcome, however best suited for those with prior tennis experience who can rally. We typically start with casual rallying and end with friendly match play. All you need to participate is your racquet! No signup is required. For updates, please join the MONA Tennis subgroup on Groups.io. more info...