Close to Home in Potomac
Variety of gifts available locally
Potomac residents have several shops right in or near The Village where they can find gifts for just about everyone.
Montgomery County Fire Advisory
Heating, cooking and holiday decorations top list of safety concerns.
When the weather turns cold and the heaters go on, heating becomes the number one cause of house fires in Montgomery County, Pete Piringer, public information officer with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service said.
Spirit of St. Nicolas in Potomac
On Saturday, Dec. 3, 19 children attended the Advent wreath making and St. Nicolas workshop at St. Francis Episcopal Church, making their own advent wreaths and took home daily devotionals.
Montgomery County Launches Dementia Friendly Initiative
Montgomery County has launched its Dementia Friendly initiative – a set of strengthened services and supports for affected community members.
Crystal City's Synetic Theater Stages ‘Sleeping Beauty’
Story of a princess, an evil sorceress, and sleeping curse in this wordless Grimm Brothers' fairy tale.
Synetic Theater will present the wordless production of "Sleeping Beauty" from Dec. 7 to Jan. 8, 2017 in Crystal City.
Letter to the Editor: Exemplary Care Appreciated in Arlington
Amidst the holiday season that abounds with glittering decorative lights in the Arlington community, there is more that glistens beyond that.
For Rent in Arlington County
Airbnb and homesharing legalized
If looking for a place to stay in Arlington this weekend, there are at least 108 rooms available on Airbnb.
Candyland in Arlington
Families build gingerbread houses together at Arlington County event.
Sometimes, families need a chance to unwind.
Winter Wonderland in Clarendon
Winter Wonderland, an annual event hosted by the Market Common Clarendon, welcomed more than 500 people on Dec. 10.
Broaching That Conversation about Death in Arlington
Discussing end-of-life care and more.
Conversations surrounding a new baby are easy to have, rarely met with hesitation. On the other hand, conversations surrounding how a person wants to leave this world are difficult despite how important these discussions are.
‘Flourishing After 55’ in Arlington
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, for Dec. 11-17.
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, for Dec. 11-17.
Arlington Sports Brief
Swim and Dive
The Yorktown Patriots split their Dec. 9 swim and dive meet against Reston's South Lakes High School Seahawks.
Free Holiday Cab Rides Help Prevent Drunk Driving
Combating that holiday period which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says is a “dangerous time to be on the road due to a high number of drunk drivers behind the wheel,” a local nonprofit organization will offer free cab rides to would-be drunk drivers throughout the Washington-metropolitan area during the winter holidays.
New Catholic Bishop: To Listen and Learn
A ministry to the faithful and the community beyond.
The Most Rev. Michael Burbidge assumed full authority last week as the new bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Arlington.
Open Floor Plan Provides Holiday Entertainment Solution
Open house helps homeowners looking for ideas.
It's one thing to talk a good game; quite another to put your ideas to the test by inviting a long list of perceptive critics to inspect your wares.
2017 Color of the Year: Greenery
Pantone says color will evoke reinvigoration.
When Reston-based interior designer Annie Elliott’s home office began to feel lackluster, she draped the windows with green Roman shades to infuse a burst of color into the muted space.
Remodeled to Sell in Potomac
Couple overhauls bathrooms to minimize home’s time on the market.
Shortly before Sheila and Brian Boyle decided to sell their Potomac, Md. home, they took a look around and decided it needed updating.
A Stylish, Budget-friendly Kitchen in Alexandria
Local homeowners transform their kitchen, without breaking the bank.
When Janet and Frank McDermott purchased their Alexandria home in 1997, it was already outdated.