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Editorial: Vote Nov. 5 or Before
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5.
For voters in Virginia, it is hard to overstate how important it is to go out and vote next week. All Virginia voters will see statewide races for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general, plus one delegate race. In addition, there are a few local races in Alexandria and Arlington, a bond question in Fairfax County and a referendum question about the housing authority in Arlington.
Camp Notes
Camp Notes
Camp Notes
Camp Notes
Grace Thomas, 82, Formerly of Springfield, Dies
Grace Thomas died on Friday, April 19, 2013, in Haverhill, Mass., of natural causes. She was 82. Thomas was born on June 13, 1930, in Saunderstown, R.I. Formerly known as Grace Lorena Matterson, she married Walter R. Thomas in 1950. They were married for 59 years.
Northern Virginia Supports Day to Serve
The Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC), a coalition of 14 counties, cities and towns that work together on regional issues, passed a unanimous resolution endorsing Virginia Governor Robert F. McDonnell’s call to participate in the 2013 Day to Serve.
Mother Nature Is Local Resident
Some in the Mount Vernon area think Mother Nature moved away, perhaps to the shore or the mountains. Not true. She still lives in the neighborhood and likes folks to visit. Two locations stand out.
Help for Long-Term Caregivers
AARP Virginia and the Organization of Chinese American Women will sponsor event next week.
Those embarking on a long-term caregiving journey will have an opportunity to receive support and learn about the services available to them in Northern Virginia. AARP Virginia and the Organization of Chinese American Women will sponsor an event called, “Caregiving Wisdom from an Ancient Sage,” on Sept. 22, 7 p.m., at the Shirlington Library in Arlington and again on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 7.p.m., at the George Mason Regional Library in Annandale.
Wise Investor Group Raises More than $21,000 for Hopecam
The Wise Investor Group at Robert W. Baird & Co., a team of financial professionals offering financial planning, portfolio management, investment analysis and account services, announced that their Annual Seminar raised more than $21,000 for Reston-based nonprofit Hopecam.
Mentor of The Month
“I’m really surprised at the impact that Jose and his family have had on me,” said Todd Peterson, a Casa Chirilagua mentor.
Alexandria: Convergence Hosts Naku Penda Fundraiser
Empowerment
Last Saturday, many Alexandrians, and visitors to the area showed up for the girls of Alexandria in need. In one evening, we raised enough money to ensure that 10 girls in need would be able to participate in STEAM activities this summer.
November 13: This Week in Potomac
November 13: This Week in Potomac
Week in Vienna
Weekly happenings in Vienna
Area Roundups
Happenings around Burke, Lorton, Clifton and Fairfax Station
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Ongoing Calendar
Orange Line: Oct. 10, 2012
Upcoming events and activities
Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - May 8-10, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of fun things to do this weekend in Fairfax county.
Calendar for March 15-21
E-mail announcements to the Gazette, gazette@connectionnewspapers.com. Photos and artwork are encouraged. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week's paper. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412 with questions.