01/17/2021
Atlantis Restaurant to Close
Sad news from another Alexandria institution... Atlantis Pizzeria and Family Restaurant in the Bradlee Shopping Center is closing.
Much-loved Bradlee Shopping Center restaurant was in business for 38 years.
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01/17/2021
Delia's Chosen to Prepare 15,000 Meals for National Guard Troops
Congrats to Delia's in Eisenhower East — the restaurant's kitchen will be used to help feed thousands of troops stationed in and around DC this week to secure the Presidential Inauguration. They are looking for volunteers to help!
Local restaurant selected to feed National Guard Troops stationed in and around the District for the Presidential Inauguration.
01/16/2021
The Right Place, the Right Time
One of the most iconic photos of Coretta Scott King (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s wife) was taken by our own former Mayor Allison Silberberg — and it was a chance meeting. Here's the backstory:
The story behind one of the most iconic photos of Coretta Scott King, taken by former Alexandria Mayor Allison Silberberg.
01/14/2021
Sustainability Struggle A Balance for Local Restaurants
Concerned about the environmental impact of all that take-out? Here's how restaurants are responding and what you can do.
#longread (Might want to bookmark this one!) https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/food-and-dining/sustainability-struggle-pandemic-local-restaurants/
Food waste, take-out containers are an environmental concern during the pandemic.
01/14/2021
Ada's On the River Opens Thursday in Alexandria
Opening today! It's a beautiful restaurant. Plus, the food is amazing from what we've heard...
ARP's latest restaurant concept is built around a custom wood-burning oven while drawing inspiration from the ingenuity of mathematician Ada Lovelace.
01/13/2021
Poll: Choose New Names for Matthew Maury, T.C. Williams Schools
Alexandria City Public Schools has released an official poll as part of the process of choosing new names for T.C. Williams and Matthew Maury schools. Some of the options are interesting — take a look and take the poll!
Alexandria City Public Schools officials have released an official poll for residents to weigh in on possible school names.
01/12/2021
Today's ALM email newsletter was full of news you haven't seen on Facebook: Alexandria's Vice Mayor is running for Delegate, a Dollar Tree is opening, Amazon may have another grocery store in the works, vote on a new name for T.C. Williams and more! Read it here!
https://mailchi.mp/alexandrialivingmagazine/benett-parker-amazon-go-jan12
01/10/2021
Nothing Bundt Cakes to Open First Alexandria Bakery
Nothing Bundt Cakes is opening its first bakery in Alexandria this year! Construction is already underway. 🍰
A new bundt cake bakery is taking the place of a Subway in Alexandria.
01/10/2021
St. Elmo's Opens Second Location
St. Elmo's Coffee Pub opened its second location Saturday in Old Town.
The new Old Town North coffee shop has a different feel than the original.
01/07/2021
The History of an Unofficial Alexandria Landmark: The Hard Times Horse
For years — decades, actually — an old truck with a horse statue has sat outside Hard Times Cafe Alexandria on King Street. How did it get there in the first place? Here's the story:
The family of Fred Parker reflects on the legacy of the horse and truck.
01/06/2021
Governor Sets Curfew for Alexandria Wednesday Night Due to Capitol Unrest
The Governor of Virginia has set a curfew for the City of Alexandria at 6 p.m. tonight (Wednesday) through 6 a.m. Thursday due to concerns about unrest in the District.
Few exceptions apply to curfew from 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6 through 6 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 7.
01/06/2021
Coworking, Food Market and Restaurants Coming to The Atrium
A new restaurants and a new coworking space from ALX Community are coming to The Atrium building in Old Town.
ALX Community, Mae’s Market & Café and Virginia’s Darling Restaurant will open on South Washington Street later this year.
01/05/2021
NOVA Parks, Conservation Group Make Offer for River Farm
Offers were due today for River Farm. The AHS Board will review offers this month for the property.
NOVA Parks, NVCT hope their offer is accepted so River Farm property will be saved from future development.
01/05/2021
Lindsay Automotive Group Seeks to Redevelop Cadillac Dealership
The Cadillac dealership here in Alexandria may close to make room for new Lexus and Volvo showrooms and service facilities.
New Lexus and Volvo dealerships plus area improvements and City benefits will be part of the redevelopment.
01/05/2021
Landmark Mall Redevelopment: ‘It’s Different This Time’
Update: 9:30 p.m. - The addition of Inova Alexandria Hospital could be the critical component in making redevelopment plans a reality. Story:
https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/news/landmark-mall-redevelopment-community-meeting-jan4/
Original 7 p.m. post: Alexandria is hosting a community meeting now regarding the Landmark Mall development. Tune in here!
Relocation of Inova Alexandria Hospital will provide stability and support for area retail in the new Landmark development.
01/04/2021
Detailed Plans for Oakville Triangle Go Before City Council
We have a better idea now of what's planned for Oakville Triangle — here's what Inova and Stonebridge are planning.
Developers are moving forward with site layout plans and permits for the Inova Healthplex and two multifamily buildings.
01/03/2021
Initial Landmark Mall Redevelopment Plans Call for Residential, Mixed Use and More
Developers Foulger-Pratt have submitted some initial concept drawings for the Landmark Mall property, including new intersections, parks and buildings.
An online informational meeting is set for Monday evening, Jan. 4, with developers and City officials.
01/03/2021
Intertribal Creatives to Launch Online Store in January
Intertribal Creatives will be opening an online store while their space in Old Town is renovated.
The gallery’s physical location at 106 N. Lee St. will be under renovation through early spring.
01/01/2021
Good news for two dogs we had in our email newsletter last month!
We were going to make it our new year's resolution to find Princesa and Chaquira the best home, but...well, they already did it! Our bonded Super Senior pair found their new family in time for New Year's Eve, and we and the team at @truefaithfulpetrescuemission couldn't be more excited for them. We can't wait to see what 2021 brings for this new family!
01/01/2021
Metrobus and Fairfax Connector to Resume Fares, Front-Door Boarding in the New Year
Get your SmarTrip cards back out! WMATA and Fairfax Connector announced their buses will be taking fares again starting today. DASH will not.
With additional safety protocols in place, some bus services begin to resume normal operations.
12/30/2020
Picking up dinner from Mia's Italian Kitchen in Old Town? Make sure you pick up a free copy of the January/February issue of Alexandria Living Magazine, too! They're available near the brick oven. Remember, you can always sign up for home delivery for less than $15/year at www.alexandrialivingmagazine.com/subscribe.
12/29/2020
After 40 Years, Bilbo Baggins Closes Its Doors
A long-time Alexandria institution may not be reopening — Bilbo Baggins, the restaurant and pub, is for sale.
Historic Alexandria building, home to now-closed Bilbo Baggins Restaurant and Pub, is for sale.
12/28/2020
New Year’s Eve at Home: 5 Ideas
A New Year's Eve unlike any other... to kick a year like any other to the curb. Here are some ideas for celebrating the end of 2020 at home!
Say goodbye to 2020 from the comfort and safety of your home — while still having fun!
12/28/2020
Wonder Woman 1984 Opens to Mixed Reviews
Mixed reviews for Wonder Woman 1984. What did you think about it? Leave your review here!
Rotten Tomatoes reviewers take issue with the script, but fans say it's still a fun movie.
12/23/2020
McEnearney Associates
Because of Covid-19, there has been a significant increase in cases of hunger. This year, McEnearney Associates has partnered with the Capital Area Food Bank to help provide good, healthy food to people struggling with hunger and food insecurity. McEnearney Associates has committed to a matching grant of $20,000. If we raise $40,000, it will provide 80,000 meals for people in need. Now more than ever, they need our support. Please follow us, repost, and share to spread the word. Click on this link to donate now: bit.ly/MCECAFB
McEnearney Associates is proud to partner with Capital Area Food Bank to help provide good, healthy food to people struggling with hunger and food insecurity. With the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been a significant increase in cases of hunger. Now more than ever, they need our support. ...
12/23/2020
The ‘Leftover’ Acres: What Else is Coming to Landmark Mall?
The NEW Inova Alexandria Hospital and Trauma Center will not be taking up all 52 acres at Landmark. What's the plan for the rest of the space? Here's what we know...
The new, larger Inova Alexandria Hospital at Landmark will not take up the entire site. What else is coming?
12/23/2020
Inova Alexandria Hospital Could be Rezoned for Single Family Homes, Townhomes
So, what's the plan for Inova Alexandria Hospital after the new hospital opens at Landmark? More housing.
Seminary Valley Civic Association reacts to news that Inova will leave its current campus and build a new hospital and trauma center at the former Landmark Mall.
12/22/2020
Inova to Build New Development at Landmark Mall Property
Huge news for Alexandria's West End — Inova is going to be developing a major new health complex at the Landmark Mall property.
Inova to Build New Development at Landmark Mall Property by Beth Lawton Dec. 22, 2020 4:11 p.m. RSS Print Local health company Inova will be developing a significant portion of the Landmark Mall property, Inova announced tonight. "A joint venture that includes Foulger-Pratt, The Howard Hughes Corpor...
12/22/2020
Public Access to River Farm 'Not Binding,' AHS Says
The American Horticultural Society says that having its 27-acre River Farm property open to the public was "not a requirement or condition of the donation" that allowed them to purchase it decades ago. The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) is trying to secure funding to buy it.
The American Horticultural Society released a statement Tuesday to clear up what they call misinformation about the sale of River Farm.
12/21/2020
Wonder Woman 1984 Set for Christmas Release
The long-awaited Wonder Woman 1984, part of which was filmed at Alexandria's Landmark Mall, is coming out on Christmas Day!
The movie, filmed in part in Alexandria, will be available through streaming service HBO Max.
12/21/2020
Christmas at Home: To-Go Meals for the Holidays
Don't want to spend this week in the kitchen? Here are the restaurants offering holiday meals to-go this week!
Don't want to be stuck in the kitchen this week? Here's where to order your holiday meals.
12/20/2020
Last-minute shopping? Pick up a free early copy of the January issue of Alexandria Living while you stop by the Made in ALX Holiday Pop-Up Shop at 106 N. Lee St. Sunday until 1 p.m. Lots of gift ideas here... or gift yourself!
12/18/2020
Alexandria Real Estate Market Continues to Move Fast
Often, the real estate market starts to slow down in the holiday season. But not in Alexandria this year... Even a Caps player sold his house!
Several homes have sold for more than $4 million since October, including the home of a Washington Caps player.
12/18/2020
Fairy Houses: Artist Shares Magic with the Next Generation
Next time you're walking around Del Ray, keep an eye out for some very, very small doors.
On your next walk around Del Ray, keep an eye out for tiny staircases and doors.
12/17/2020
Lena's Turns Loft into an Alpine Oasis
Lena's has turned its upstairs loft into an Alpine Ski Lodge for the winter!
The restaurant, known for its summer outdoor dining, has created a new space for winter.
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2020 President’s Day Parade, Old Town Alexandria
In case you weren’t there (or want to see it again), here are the first few minutes of this afternoon’s President’s Day Parade in Old Town Alexandria.
South Alex Development Fire - Feb. 8, 2020
Our reporter Susannah took video from a nearby neighborhood. This was the Craftmark Homes development South Alex (luxury apartments) that was under construction. There are reports that the next door Shelby apartment community is being affected, as well. Story at https://alexandrialivingmagazine.com/news/construction-site-fire-huntington-february-2020.
2019 Scottish Christmas Walk!
Waterskiing Santa passed by Old Town a little before 1:30 pm Christmas Eve!
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Summer is finally here! If you and your family schedule your outdoor exercise during early morning or late evening hours to avoid the heat, take your phone with you to snap a photo of your local wildlife! These are the best times to spot Northern Virginia wildlife.
Enter the Wildlife Rescue League 's photo contest through July 15 by 1) posting the photo to your own page, tagging @wildliferescueleague and #wildneighbors, and 2) email the original photo and your photographer credit information to [email protected]. Contest winners will be featured on the WRL's website, social media and in its Nutley News monthly newsletter!
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FYI, just received notice from Peet's Coffee that they are permanently closing their Hilltop Complex location in FFX County Alexandria. "Thank you for your e-mail! We deeply value the relationships we have built with our customers over the many years of operating at Alexandria and we, too, are sad to close this location."
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I am honored beyond words that Hope Guinn Bradley picked me to help share her story.
Army Wife 101 has published her story along with my podcast and I couldn’t be more proud of her.
Read and listen to this woman’s powerful journey.
Come join us on 20 Feb!
We will have raffles and tons of information to help you live your best life.
We are women vets and military spouse entrepreneurs who love to give back to the community.
We would love to see you there !
Bagels & Bach Concert – December 1
Do you love classical music, but it is difficult to attend a concert because you have to find a babysitter? Or if you go to a concert, it might be too long and your children will not be able to sit through it. Attend one of the “Bagels and Bach” Concerts on the First Sunday of each month. You will enjoy classical, your children will begin to learn how to appreciate classical music and a light brunch, what better way to enjoy a Sunday morning? Doors open at 11 a.m., concert begins at 11:30 a.m.
The Provázek Quartet will be featured at the December 1 concert. Musicians showcased are: Violin - Mia Lunati and Leah Nickelsburg; Viola - Eliza Medearis; and
Cello - Kristianson Dillon.
Tickets are $9. Children 5 years and under are free. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult. To purchase tickets (alexandriava.gov/webtrac), enter in as guest and click on the program you wish to attend. Tickets are also available at the door.
For more information or to request reasonable disability accommodation for any of these programs, contact [email protected] or 703.746.5565, Virginia Relay 711.
About the Artists
Provázek Quartet
The Provázek Quartet is a professional youth string ensemble performing traditional, romantic, classical and modern music in the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Its members are Mia Lunati (violin), Leah Nickelsburg (violin), Eliza Medearis (viola) and Kristian Dillon (cello). The group formed in the Spring of 2015 with a common goal to challenge themselves to play great music. The members share enthusiasm for romantic compositions and fun music, like tangos and adaptations of popular music. The quartet can be found playing and competing against other talented musicians in the greater Washington, DC area. Their professional engagements include weddings, holiday gatherings, celebrations, and regular "Mornings with Mozart" performances at Nook childrens' play centers.
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What fun now for this coming hot weather season.!!!