Brief: Animal Shelter to Host an Open House
Brief: Are you interested in snuggling a downy, soft kitten? Exercising an energetic hound? Or answering questions about reptiles, rabbits or many other animals in the Fairfax County Animal Shelter?
Being Muslim in Fairfax County
Immigrants face the challenge of balancing Islamic faith and American culture.
Over the years, Muslims from different countries migrated and settled in the Fairfax County area; however, the children of immigrant parents often struggle the most because they have to balance their Islamic faith along with the influence of American culture.
McLean Woman’s Club Homes Tour a Success
A ribbon-cutting ceremony kicked off last week’s 46th annual Holiday Homes Tour sponsored by the Woman’s Club of McLean.
Promoting ‘A Greater Falls’
Great Falls women initiate an effort to support local businesses.
I once asked my uncle who was a priest in Washington, D.C. if there was a soup kitchen where I could volunteer.
Social Programs Adapt To Fulfill Immigrant Needs
Fellowship House, Interfaith help immigrants on their way to self-sufficiency.
A visitor to Hunter’s Woods Fellowship House in Hunter’s Woods Square in Reston could hear 21 different languages.
Unleashed by Petco Opens in Reston
New pet store offers greater options for pet owners.
Pet owners now have a new pet store option in Reston. Unleashed by Petco had its grand opening at Hunter’s Woods Plaza over the weekend.
Bows, Baskets and Bikes
ACVA launches “Alexandria Cares” corporate service program.
Holiday spirits were high as the Alexandria Convention and Visitors Association launched Alexandria Cares, a corporate community service program in partnership with the nonprofit Get Out and Give Back to offer corporate groups the opportunity to include service projects in their Alexandria-based business meetings.
Potomac Real Estate: September 2012 Sales $625,000~ $740,000
In September 2012, 34 Potomac homes sold between $4,700,000-$282,000.
Potomac Real Estate: September 2012 Sales $625,000~ $740,000
Week in Fairfax
Police collect toys for sick children, Fairfax County Animal Shelter to offer free spay or neuter for the first 100 animals adopted, Remembering Leslie Prokop, Woodson Drama Night Out, First bike sharing system implemented at GMU, and Christmas tree fire safety
Area Roundups
Police collect toys for sick children, Fairfax County Animal Shelter to offer free spay or neuter for the first 100 animals adopted, Cold War Competition to benefit veterans, and Christmas tree fire safety
Building a Savings Stockpile on Shoestring Budget
Money experts say it is possible to save, even on a limited income.
Even though Mary Beth Lanvin is employed full-time with a company that offers generous retirement benefits, she can’t afford to contribute to a 401(k).
Avoiding Holiday Debt
Plan now to prevent post-holiday bills.
Festive store displays mean the holiday shopping season is in full swing.
Brief: Helping Animals Find Homes for the Holidays?
Special adoption promotion to help animals find homes.
Brief: The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is offering a free spay or neuter for the first 100 cats, kittens, dogs or puppies adopted from the shelter through Dec. 31.
Homes Tour in River Oaks on Dec. 6
A ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 6, will kick off the McLean Woman’s Club’s 46th annual Holiday Homes Tour at the first tour house, 616 Live Oak Drive, in the River Oaks section of McLean.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: October, 2012
In October 2012, 80 homes sold between $1,420,000-$220,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales in October, 2012
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