@inkdrop via Twenty20 Many events are held in Lorton at the Workhouse Arts Center every year. It’s a 55-acre facility that took over the space that used to be the historic D.C. Workhouse and Reformatory. The Workhouse Arts Center is more than just a place for events, however. The center supports over 100 emerging artists […]
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Alexandria Restaurant Week: What You Need to Know
@criene via Twenty20 The Alexandria Restaurant Week event is a very popular option held every year. With the ability to try some of your favorite restaurants and a few new ones, you can enjoy plenty of fun throughout the week. Let’s look at the details of this annual event. When, Where, & What? Typically, the […]
Alexandria VA Parades: Top Annual Parades in Alexandria
Photo Attribute: @sewagner via Twenty20 If you love parades, there is plenty of Alexandria VA Parades to enjoy. The annual parades throughout the area often have to do with a specific holiday, but not always. When you decide to relocate to the Northern Virginia area, you should know about local events. There are many different […]
2 Popular Online Mattress Brands Now Have Local Stores — and President’s Day Deals
(Saatva Fluffy White Bed. Image courtesy Saatva) You’ve almost certainly heard before that humans spend 1/3 of our lives in bed. And you probably know all of the benefits to getting a good night’s rest. But did you know that the process of buying a mattress in 2022 is easier than ever before with popular […]
Gas Blowers are Getting the Phase-Out
(Image courtesy Burst) If you’re considering ways to keep your home and yard looking their best — while also doing your part to help the planet — you’re not alone. However, you might not be able to use Gas Blowers anymore. Recently, some municipalities in the DC area have decided to curb or prohibit the use […]
How to Dispose of Your Holiday Tree
(Image courtesy: Burst) The holidays are wrapping up, but along with throwing out — or recycling all the wrapping paper and bows — many families are wondering what to do with their holiday tree as the presents are opened and the need for it has come to an end. It’s always best to recycle as […]
The Best Libraries Serving Springfield Families
(Image courtesy Burst) November is National Family Literacy Month, and the month is a great time to get the whole family together to enjoy some reading. Whether snuggled up on the couch, nestled in a high back chair, or sitting at a desk or tabletop, families are invited to open up a good book and […]
Springfield School Receives 2021 Blue Ribbon Award
(Photo by Shopify Partners from Burst) Burke and Springfield are known for their excellent schools, so it comes as no surprise that a Springfield School — Sangster — was recognized as a Blue Ribbon School for its high-performance metrics. Springfield School, Sangster is a Blue Ribbon School The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program from the […]
