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Fun things to do and see in Northern Virginia near Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County and Falls Church. Includes parks, shopping, sightseeing, recreation and events.

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Learn More About Trucks At The Annual Tons Of Truck Event In Alexandria.

The City of Alexandria will come alive on July 20 2019 as the Annual Tons Of Truck event takes place at Chinquapin Park and Forest Park, 3210 King Street Alexandria. The event will take place 10 am to 1 pm and will feature over 20 City vehicles on display. Patrons at the event will get the opportunity to explore and get behind the wheel of fire trucks, front end loader, dump truck, bucket truck, trash truck as well as bus and police cars. Persons can meet and greet with the personnel who have built and maintained the vehicles. Other activities at the event will include food truck vendors, giveaways, photo opportunities, book readings and art project with the City's Mobile Art Lab. Parking is available. Continue reading

Valuable Information About Joseph Hensley Park In Alexandria

Joseph Hensley Park is a 21.66 acres park named in honor of the late Joseph Hensley, a former Director of the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities in Alexandria. The park is located at 4200 Eisenhower Avenue and features facilities for everyone to enjoy. The park features softball fields, soccer field, picnic area and a park shelter with grill. It is used by the Adult Sports Leagues, the Bishop Ireton Varsity and Junior Varsity Softball Teams as well as the Alexandria Soccer Association. The picnic area and the ball fields can be rented for the hosting of private events. Continue reading

Fun Things To Do With Your Kids This Summer In Alexandria.

The City of Alexandria has so much to offer for a great summer vacation for not only visitors but for residents. Alexandria Living Magazine is giving residents a chance to enjoy all the City has to offer through their staycation promotions. This staycation allows residents to enjoy all the amenities of Alexandria without the hassle of long traveling while giving support to local businesses. There are several places to go and things to do in Alexandria during the summer especially when traveling with kids. Continue reading

Learn More About Potomac Yard Park In Alexandria

The Potomac Yard Park is a 23.4 acre neighborhood park located at 2501 Potomac Ave in Alexandria. The park was designed and constructed through a partnership between the Alexandria City Council and Pulte Homes. The park features picnic tables and pathways with ADA accessibility, outdoor stage area for the hosting of special events, Stormwater Management Ponds, Walking/Bicycle trails and passive seating areas with historical interpretations. Sports fanatics can enjoy park facilities such athletic fields, basketball courts, tennis courts and volleyball courts. There is a playground for kids to enjoy which is ADA accessible. Continue reading

Celebrate Art At The Del Ray’s Annual Art On The Avenue Festival

Del Ray's Annual Art on the Avenue Festival will be held on Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray on October 5 from 10 am to 6 pm. The annual festival which is held on the first Saturday in October celebrates the community's diversity through the arts. The festival hosts over 300 artists from jewelers, woodworkers, pottery akers, soap crafters, glass makers and sculptures. Live music will be provided on five stages with music from Irish, folk, rock n roll country and more. Food vendors from local restaurants will be on sale right through the festival. Patrons (kids and adults) at the festival can participate in the annual pie eating contest which will be held near the Festival Store with 100% proceeds going to the non profit organization Kelley Cares. Kids can participate in activities such as stuff your own scarecrow, paint a pumpkin, design a lotus flower and weave screen art. All are invited to attend this artistic annual event. Continue reading

Take A Tour Of The Pentagon In Arlington

The Pentagon is one of the largest office buildings in the world. Located in Arlington County across the Potomac River, the Pentagon is twice the size of the Merchant Mart in Chicago and three times the floor space of the Empire State Building in New York. I mean, it is virtually a city in itself!
Talk to Nesbitt Realty to find a home with an easy commute to the Pentagon.
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Top Ten (10) Things To See At Pioneer Farm At George Washington Mount Vernon

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Boating and relaxing near Mount Vernon Estates
The Pioneer Farm located on the Potomac at George Washington's Mount Vernon is a four-acre site which explores Washington's role as a farmer. During the second half of the 18th century Washington cultivated than 3000 acres of crops on the farm and it is a popular site visited by many over the years. On a visit to Pioneer Farm persons will learn more about the lives of enslaved workers who worked with Washington to put his ideas into practice. [nrl-inventory data="polygon" polygon="mount-vernon"] Continue reading