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It’s the season of fall festivals and pumpkin-picking! That also means you might be gearing up to carve your annual jack-o’-lantern. But these creative DIY ideas might convince you to put down the carving knife and do something different this year. Crayon Drip Pumpkins [Good Housekeeping] This customizable craft gives you tons of artistic license…
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Oct
13
2020
Never been to Pumpkin Hill at Nalls Produce? The name alone should give you a good clue of what it entails. It’s, quite literally, a hill of pumpkins, stacked on tiers that you can climb until you find the perfect gourd. A visit to Pumpkin Hill is a must for anyone who wants to carve…
Oct
13
2020
Getting ready for a new season is always a process, one that should include cleaning out your closet. In order to prepare for the impending cooler weather, spend some time organizing your wardrobe. Follow these steps to make the process simple. Gather your materials. Before you get started, take stock of what you need. Maybe bins…
Oct
13
2020
Press pause on that cute cat video, and check this out. Mount Purrnon, Alexandria’s first and only cat café, is now open. Now you can visit with and love on some cats in real life, and enjoy a little drink or bite to eat while you do it. Mount Purrnon’s goal is to find loving…
Oct
13
2020
“What a delight!” writes one Yelp reviewer of The Warehouse, a New Orleans–inspired steak and seafood restaurant in the heart of nearby Old Town Alexandria. “Eggs Benedict, French toast and other entrees were served with strawberries and cream or champagne. All food was cooked to perfection and came out quickly.” That brunch experience is just a glimpse…
Oct
13
2020
The world is changing rapidly right now, and the constant onslaught of news might be making it hard for you to unwind—especially if your home has suddenly become your workspace, too. One surefire way to recharge is to watch some good, old-fashioned mindless TV. Here are a few solid options to stream. Arrested Development An…
Oct
13
2020
Since 2013, when Fairfax County completed a massive restoration project along the Wolftrap Stream, Wildwood Park and Trail in Vienna has become one of the area's most treasured thoroughfares among walkers, runners, and cyclists. The paved, mostly flat half-mile stretch of wooded trail is an ideal spot for young ones just starting to learn how to ride,…
Oct
13
2020
For over 100 years, Swing’s Coffee has been a staple of the DC coffee scene. Most notably in recent years, Swing’s has made itself known through its Alexandria location, which is home to the brand’s roasting facility, coffee bar, cupping center, and more. The Swing’s Coffee Alexandria Roastery features passionate coffee experts who are ready to help…
Jun
15
2020
If there is one thing everyone has been doing a lot more recently, it’s cooking at home. In order to craft all those delicious Pinterest delights, you need quality ingredients and easy grocery solutions. One of the best places to provide that is Whole Foods Old Town on Duke Street. This location boasts all the things you…