Potomac Home Sales: December, 2016
In December, 2016, 46 Potomac homes sold between $2,356,550-$300,000.
Potomac Home Sales: December, 2016
‘Expressions 2017’ Wall Calendar
Akiko Lloyd, a resident of the Fountains at Washington House in western Alexandria, used her basket weaving skills to become part of the “Expressions 2017” wall calendar.
Bishop Ireton's Model UN Team
Bishop Ireton’s 2015-16 Model UN Team won Best Small Delegation at the University of Virginia’s Model UN Conference.
Bagels, Pickles Take Center Stage at Del Ray Pop-Up
Two farmer’s market favorites find a temporary indoor home.
Friday, Jan. 20, may be listed as Inauguration Day on the calendar, but within the heart of Del Ray there’s another inauguration on the horizon that will hit closer to home: The grand opening of Salt | Bagel, a pop-up blending two Alexandria favorites in one spot.
‘Anything Goes’ at Little Theatre of Alexandria
Passengers sail on a cruise liner in Cole Porter's 1930s romantic comedy.
The Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) is staging Cole Porter's light-hearted, romantic comedy, "Anything Goes," from Jan. 14 to Feb. 4.
Alexandria Students Participate in CYO Track Meet
In mid-November, middle school students from St. Rita Catholic School in Alexandria participated in the Catholic Youth Organization track meet in Prince William County. St. Rita's coach Lisa McNichols helped cheer on the over 50 participants from her group in this meet.
‘Elf, Jr.:’ A Story of Transformation at Aldersgate Church Community Theater
Family-friendly children's story is based on a movie and a Broadway show.
With a cast of 42 children, the Aldersgate Church Community Theater (ACCT) is staging "Elf, Jr.," based on the New Line Cinema hit, from Jan. 13 to Jan. 22.
Helping Shape the Future — Alexandria Mentor of The Month
As a public servant for the City of Alexandria, I have always taken great pride in providing exemplary customer service to the local citizens of this city.
Letter to the Editor: Alexandria, Don't Break This Promise
A hot issue for the past several years has been centered on T.C. Williams High School — specifically, placing lights on the Parker Gray Stadium which the Seminary Civic Association vehemently opposes.
New Life for Surrendered Pet in Alexandria
Emmanuel Lassiter loved his dog, Dino. An outgoing pit bull-Rottweiler mix who loved people, Dino was everything Lassiter could want in a dog. But he just couldn’t keep him.
Letter to the Editor: Alexandria Schools Need Accountability Audit
At a recent City Council hearing, we explained to Council the serious management and integrity issues of ACPS and the School Board specifically relating to budget matters, community relations, and compliance with legal requirements.
Letter to the Editor: Alexandria's Road Priorities
My wife and I have resided on South Pitt Street in Old Town Alexandria for almost 20 years. Over the past decade, we have seen the condition of the street in front of our house deteriorate steadily.
How Tech Can Enhance Seniors' Lives — Senior Services of Alexandria
Technology is all around us — just walk down the street and people are on their cell phones or other devices.
McLean: Preparing to Prosper in 2017
Q&A: Supervisor John Foust looks into year ahead.
Q & A with Supervisor John Foust: What are you looking forward to in 2017? Do you have any personal New Year's resolutions for yourself, or major milestones you anticipate reaching?
McLean: Comstock Sworn-In To The 115th Congress
Politics
“We live in exciting times for our region, where the innovation economy is constantly evolving and growing. I look forward to working in the new Congress with my colleagues to forge pro-growth policies that will boost the innovation economy even further." – Barbara Comstock
Making McLean Homes Tour, MarketPlace a Success
Community Support
The members of the Woman’s Club of McLean thank those who made their 50th Holiday Homes Tour and MarketPlace a success this year.
McLean Project for the Arts to Open Three New Exhibitions
Emerson Gallery: Construction Work
McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) is opening three new exhibitions on Jan. 12, 2017 in the Emerson, Atrium, and Ramp Galleries, located at MPA@MCC (1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean). These exhibitions will remain on display from Jan. 12 through March 4, 2017.
‘Hungry Hearts Tour’ Comes To McLean
American Shakespeare Center to present three pays at Alden Theater.
ASC’s “Hungry Hearts Tour” will be coming to the Alden for weekend of three different plays; Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” The Bard’s “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” and “Romeo and Juliet.” These plays “speak to everyone; the messages never get old as we focus on the language and its beauty,” said ASC tour manager Thomas Coppola.
Great Falls Grange Revisited
Community groups coming together to take over operations of the historic building.
“Great Falls doesn’t have a gravity point,” says Jorge Adeler, owner of Adeler Jewelers in the Great Falls Village Centre. “It doesn’t have a place that unifies the community … Great Falls never has enjoyed a place that we can call ours.”