As part of its grand opening celebration, Noodles & Company will host afundraiser on Wednesday, July 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. to benefit the ArlingtonParks and Recreation Office for Teenagers (OFT). The OFT provides a way forteenagers to participate in safe and active programs throughout thecommunity that are geared towards their age group.

Noodles & Company will donate 100 percent of its sales between 5 and 8 p.m.on July 2 to the OFT to support area youth and help better the community.

"At Noodles & Company we strive to nourish and inspire individuals in ourlocal communities, and we're thrilled to be supporting Arlington County'steen programs," said Kevin Reddy, president and CEO of Noodles & Company."We invite everyone to come out and try one of our tasty noodle dishes thatfeature fresh, wholesome ingredients that are nutritionally balanced, fullof flavor and sautéed to order."

Noodles & Company is a tip-free zone and is open Sunday through Wednesday10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.Convenient carry-out, phone-in or fax-in orders also are available. Guestsmay reach the new Noodles & Company by calling 703-979-1525 or faxing703-979-1527.

Noodles & Company has 10 additional restaurants in Virginia including twoin Arlington at Pentagon Row and Ballston Commons Mall. To find a locationnear you, please visit www.noodles.com.

About Noodles & Company

Colorado-based Noodles & Company was founded in 1995 and is the world'sfirst quick-casual, globally inspired noodle restaurant. From healthy toindulgent and spicy to comforting, Noodles & Company's menu features Asian,Mediterranean and American inspired noodle dishes, soups and salads.

At Noodles & Company, there are no freezers, no microwaves, and no canopeners. Instead, we seek to nourish and inspire our guests with a balancedand craveable menu made with fresh and wholesome ingredients. Every bowl isprepared to order with only the best noodles and pasta, fresh vegetables,authentic herbs and spices, artisan sauces and grilled chicken, beef,shrimp or organic tofu.

Noodles & Company believes you can eat well without compromising on tasteor a nourishing meal. In fact, two thirds of its dishes are less than 500calories. The company's educational Good Balance program was created tohelp guests make customizable food choices to meet their own balanced dietand needs. In recognition of its commitment to health and nutrition, Healthmagazine recently named Noodles & Company "America's Healthiest Fast-FoodRestaurant."

Noodles & Company is a tip-free zone and is open seven days a week in morethan 180 locations in 17 states. To view a menu and nutritionalinformation, find a location or see what else is going on in Noodleville,visit www.noodles.com.

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