Potomac Chamber of Commerce Honors Three
The Potomac Chamber of Commerce paid tribute to three honorees at its awards dinner at Normandie Farm on Nov. 17.
The Potomac Chamber of Commerce paid tribute to three honorees at its awards dinner at Normandie Farm on Nov. 17.
Getting To Know Potomac Artists
Artomatic 2016 continues through Dec. 9 at Park Potomac.
Last weekend, more than 1,600 art enthusiasts, music aficionados, curiosity seekers and D.C.-area residents visited Artomatic 2016 to discover new art, mingle with the creative community and enjoy performances and interactive activities.
Potomac Area Neighbor’s Club Celebrates 50 Years
Through all the changes, friendships remain.
"Plant the seeds of friendship, then watch the blessings grow!" is the motto of the Potomac Area Neighbor’s Club (PANC) — formerly the Potomac Area Newcomer’s Club.
Working Together to Feed 289 Arlington Families
Our Lady Queen of Peace Church or Our Lady Queen of Pies?
The door to the Ministry Building at Our Lady Queen of Peace opens and 6-year-old Maggie Rinzel struggles in with her father, Dan, to deliver a Thanksgiving turkey.
The Extra Mile in Arlington
The Jennifer Bush-Lawson Foundation hosts second Memorial 5k Run
At last year’s race, Neal Lawson said he was so caught up in the event that he never had a moment to let the day’s events soak in.
Refugees Gather in Arlington to Celebrate Thanksgiving
Ethiopian Community Development Council hosts “Refugees’ First Thanksgiving.”
Arabic. Amharic. Burmese. Spanish. There were dozens of languages spoken from the nearly 200 people at the “Refugees’ First Thanksgiving” dinner.
Editorial: Every day in Potomac can be “small business day.”
Celebrate, Shop, Dine Locally
There is a joy to participating in community traditions and celebrations during the holidays, from walking along a sidewalk with the streets decked out for the holidays, to shopping in local stores, to being greeted by someone likely to be the owner of the store, to finding gifts that are not mass-produced.
‘Flourishing After 55’ in Arlington
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, for Nov. 27- Dec. 3.
Simone Biles Visits Arlington Aerials
Olympian Simone Biles came to Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center for an info session, Q&A and autographs with the Arlington Aerials, a competitive gymnastic team sponsored by Arlington County Parks and Recreation.
Thinking Beyond Serving Meals
Experts advise finding age-appropriate ways for children to give back.
During this season of giving thanks, opportunities for expressions of gratitude can seem ubiquitous.
Arlington Victory at CASL Girls Jr. Showcase
The Arlington Travel Soccer 2004 Girls Red team won the Elite Black bracket at the CASL Girls Jr. Showcase on Nov. 5-6 in Raleigh, N.C.
Arlington author: "Alexander Robey Shepherd: The Man Who Built the Nation's Capital."
John Richardson writes book on Gov. Alexander "Boss" Shepherd who built D.C.'s physical infrastructure.
North Arlington resident John Richardson, 78, the former president of the Arlington Historical Society, has written a new book — the biography of Gov. Alexander "Boss" Shepherd (1835-1902), "Alexander Robey Shepherd: The Man Who Built the Nation's Capital."
Editorial: Celebrate, Shop, Dine Locally in Arlington
Every day can be “small business day.”
There is a joy to participating in community traditions and celebrations during the holidays, from walking along a sidewalk with the streets decked out for the holidays, to shopping in local stores, to being greeted by someone likely to be the owner of the store, to finding gifts that are not mass-produced.
Letter to the Editor: Listen to Arlington Students about Country’s Future
Last Wednesday morning, every 10 year old in the United States woke up to the reality of President-elect Donald Trump.
Easing Election Fears
Local therapists say acknowledging, reassuring are keys to easing anxiety.
On the morning after what was possibly the most adversarial election in recent history, psychologist Carolyn Lorente, Ph.D. felt an urge to send a text message to her two teenaged children.
Spanish Galleon visits Alexandria
El Galeon docks along the Alexandria waterfront Nov. 13 under a night sky illuminated by a Super Moon that won’t be seen again until 2034.
Alexandria Station 206 Firefighter Wins Best Chef Contest
Cooking with an eye to sudden interruptions.
Ever wonder what firefighters on 24-hour duty eat for dinner?
Alexandria: Salute to Veterans
Chamber honors veterans in business.
Charlie Euripides, a Korean War veteran and longtime owner of the Royal Restaurant, received a standing ovation as he was presented with the 2016 Distinguished Patriot Award at the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Salute to Veterans reception Nov. 10 at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate.
Completing Circle of Giving
Volunteers compile more than 7,500 pounds in donated food for Lorton Community Action Center and Britepaths.
“It helped save my son from the streets,” Jeter said. Rather than continuing to run with a dangerous crowd, he got involved with an LCAC job training program called Job Corps and later enlisted in the U.S. Army.
Scouting for Food in Mount Vernon
Cub Scout Pack 1503 participated in the annual Scouting for Food Drive the last two weekends and had a banner year.