Love is in the air and it takes a brave soul to go into business with your other half. Long hours, sweaty kitchens, or the never-ending crunching of numbers are not known for being aphrodisiacs. The owners of Alexandria Cupcake share their secrets to maintaining both a successful business and a happy relationship. Continue reading “Alexandria Cupcake Owners Share Their Experience Of Working Together”
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COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives At Goodwin House
Residents and staff at Goodwin House Alexandria, an elder care facility that provides independent and assisted living, were among the first in the city to receive the first dose of Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday. Continue reading “COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives At Goodwin House”
Services Available To Seniors In Alexandria
There is a wide range of services available to older adults in Alexandria, and some are not well known. As colder weather approaches and people are less able to be outdoors or have socially distanced visits with friends, services that ensure seniors remain engaged are especially valuable. About one such service you can read below. Continue reading “Services Available To Seniors In Alexandria”
Enjoy A Cruise At Tall Ship Providence In Alexandria
Tall Ship Providence is Alexandria’s newest waterfront attraction. It is a celebrity tall ship that appeared in the international blockbuster Pirates of the Caribbean. Providence is a full-scale reproduction of one of the most renowned ships in the Continental Navy, helmed by Captain John Paul Jones in 1776. You cab book a private dockside tour or lounge on a public weekend cruise, complete with historical interpretation. Continue reading “Enjoy A Cruise At Tall Ship Providence In Alexandria”
New Child Care Options Offered By Alexandria
Alexandria is offering new child care options for families of young children who will be learning virtually this fall. They aim to provide kids in kindergarten through fifth grade with a safe place to go during school hours, access their online learning platforms, and supervise after-school activities. Continue reading “New Child Care Options Offered By Alexandria”
Statue Honoring Earl Francis Lloyd Accepted By Alexandria City Council
A statue in honor of Earl Lloyd was voted to be accepted by the Alexandria City Council on July 7. Earl Lloyd was the first Black man to play in the National Basketball Association. The statue is set to be unveiled on Oct. 31 on the 70th anniversary of Lloyd’s first NBA game. Councilor Del Pepper said, “It is an extraordinary gift. I really think [the statue] would help a lot of young men and women to be inspired.” Continue reading “Statue Honoring Earl Francis Lloyd Accepted By Alexandria City Council”
Enjoy Delicious Veitnamese Food At Caphe Banh Mi
Caphe Banh Mi is a Vietnamese Eatery in Old Town Alexandria VA located at 407 Cameron St. This place is always busy. Everyone who is a regular knows the drill. You go to write your name and quantity in the notebook. The restaurant is run like a very fast and very efficient machine so it’s expected you keep up like all party members need to be present when you’re there and no late friends. It’s cozy and well designed. Continue reading “Enjoy Delicious Veitnamese Food At Caphe Banh Mi”
Farmer’s Market In Cameron Station Neighborhood To Be Open From May 3
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) have announced Virginia Farmers’ Market Week, April 27 through May 3. This has been in order to support farmers’ markets across the Commonwealth that are providing locally grown foods to our communities. May 3 happens to be the opening of the West End Farmers’ Market at Ben Brenman Park in the Cameron Station neighborhood. Continue reading “Farmer’s Market In Cameron Station Neighborhood To Be Open From May 3”
4 Restaurants In Alexandria To Contact For Takeout, Delivery Options During Pandemic
The restaurants in Alexandria are pivoting with the times and the orders of city and state government as the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to bear down. From bagels in the morning to margaritas with dinner, the area’s eateries have you covered. Don’t forget to give restaurants a call or check out their social media pages before making a special trip. Continue reading “4 Restaurants In Alexandria To Contact For Takeout, Delivery Options During Pandemic”
Arlington County Board Approves Amazon HQ2 Redevelopment Plan
Arlington County Board approved a redevelopment plan for Amazon HQ2. According to this plan, 6.2 acres of Metropolitan Park near Pentagon City will be transformed into the first phase of Amazon’s new headquarters. The County Board unanimously approved the redevelopment plan. Various County bodies reviewed the proposed redevelopment plan from July to October of the last year. Continue reading “Arlington County Board Approves Amazon HQ2 Redevelopment Plan”