A Violinist with ‘a Special Gift’
Masato Chang of McLean advances in the Music Teachers National Association Competition.
Thirteen-year-old Masato Chang from McLean recently won the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Competition for his category on the violin, in Virginia. This makes him one of the highest-scoring string players for his category.
Springfield: Special Bible Exhibit at First Church of Christ, Scientist
How did the King James Version of the Bible come to be? In a one-day exhibition celebrating International Bible Day on Nov. 23, Springfield resident and historian Bruce Slawter showcased several ancient Bible pages and explained some of the book’s origin story.
Great Falls Author Paints a Powerful Portrait
Laura Elliott launches her newest novel, ‘DaVinci’s Tiger.’
It began about twenty years ago with a single question. Award-winning author Laura Elliott says the idea for her newest novel was first ignited when her daughter Megan, then a small girl, walked into the room one morning and asked her mother, “Did you know that the only Leonardo in all of the Americas is right here in Washington, D.C.?”
Reston Ready for Season of Giving
Where to give, how to help in Reston area.
“I do everything early,” says Phyllis K. of Reston. Phyllis prefers to remain anonymous because “it’s not about blowing your own horn. It’s about helping others.”
Alexandria: Del Ray Celebrates 40th Turkey Trot
Defending champions Michael Wardian and Susanna Sullivan will return to Del Ray Nov. 26 in an attempt to defend their titles in the 40th anniversary of the Alexandria Turkey Trot.
Alexandria People at Work: Owens Found His Passion
It was the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Justin Owens, butcher and one of the managers at Society Fair, said, "Today starts the crazy four days. People woke up this morning and realized Thursday is Thanksgiving and we have been getting panicked phone calls asking if it is too late to order their Thanksgiving dinners."
Alexandria: Annual Holiday Door Decorating Judging
An Old Town tradition will get underway the week of Dec. 6, when residents of the Old and Historic District of Alexandria will display their holiday spirit on their doors and a team of judges from the Old Town Walled Garden Club will select the winners of the 48th Annual Holiday Door Decorating Contest.
For Alexandria's Buzz Bakeshop, Fresh New Season
Maggie Austin takes helm as culinary director of newly renovated Buzz Bakeshop.
There’s a new buzz at Buzz these days.
Artists on the Green to Host Open House
The twelve artists of Artists on the Green have been busy creating beautiful and collectible pieces of art for the upcoming Great Falls Holiday Fest, Saturday, Dec. 5 and Sunday, Dec. 6.
Equilibrium Activewear Debuts in Potomac
Holstein adds clothing line.
Potomac’s Stacy Holstein is a fitness guru — a personal trainer, nutritionist, fitness class instructor, and a weight loss consultant.
Opera for Arlington Children
Nonprofit exposes students to opera.
From the children’s reaction, you’d think it was a cartoon show. Or a puppet show. Maybe a circus? But no, it was … an opera.
Campeau To Lead Arlington Philharmonic
Arlington resident Betsy Campeau has been named executive director of the Arlington Philharmonic, effective immediately. This comes as Arlington’s professional non-profit symphony orchestra celebrates its 10th anniversary season.
Lorton Author Releases Memoir
Westbow Press has released Tracey Casciano’s new book, “Out of the Darkness, Into the Light: A Story of Faith and Forgiveness After Child Abuse.”
Vienna: Finding Himself Onstage
A Vienna native hosts, produces and performs in a variety of stand-up comedy shows.
Allan Sidley, who recalls growing up “on the mean streets of Vienna, Virginia” has always had a knack for making people laugh.
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