Five Timeless Tips for Cleaning Homes

  1. Put a cup of water in the microwave for 5 minutes (this will make steam, which will loosen food particles), then wipe down the interior.
  2. Spray half water diluted bleach Clorox for mold and discoloration in the bathroom. Avoid use of bleach on reglazed or refinished surfaces, or hire a professional. Additionally, to clean in between tub tile mold grout, leave a soaked rag as close to the spot as possible, for 1 hour.
  3. Clean grease in the kitchen. Use EASY OFF (fume free) on the following  surfaces.
    • Inside of oven. (Safe to leave on for hours depending on the condition)
    • Interior of Range hood vent covers (unless they are painted)
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    • Very safe on range hood filters.
    • Bottom of microwave ( gets really greasy when it sits above the stove)
    • Hard Plastic microwave vent
    • Safe on Ceramic Tile backsplash.. Not safe on stone surfaces
    • Safe on glossy paint that is found on most Kitchen.
    • Perfect for outdoor grills.
      Wipe the residual off with paper towel and rinse off with a wet towel. Always use gloves.   PS...Always test on a small surface on painted surfaces and never leave for more than 10 minutes . A trained eye can easily determine when to safely use the product on any surfaces so call us when in doubt.
  4. Clean the stinky garbage disposal. Put 2 handfuls of ice cubes down the disposal add a cup of vinegar or baking soda and run the disposal till the Ice is gone. I normally suggest to turn the water on to almost a trickle to easy the grinding.
  5. Clean dull floors. Quick Shine is your friend on any kind of floor finishing . Yes, from stone to laminate and everything in between. Easy as squirt and mop, most important is to make sure you mop in the direction of the grain of the surface especially on laminate and wood. It is a wax based floor finish thus not advisable to use on your floor every week due to build up. Its very high gloss on wood so if you are not the shiny kind , stay away. Brings the best out in dull laminate floors... Grab a bottle from the Home depot, do a spot treatment on a corner and thank us later. Lastly, magic eraser pads are a must have in every household.

An Unquestionable Fact About Pickett Shopping Center

  • Pickett Shopping Center is located at 9424 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22031
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McLean Farmers Market

McLean Farmers Market is located at 1659 Chain Bridge Road McLean, VA The market is open on Fridays, 8:00am - Noon, May 7th through November 19th farmers market logo

Vendors

  • American Rose Services cut roses/potted plants
  • Country Gardens plants/herbs
  • Emine’s Baklava & Börek savory & sweet desserts
  • G. Flores Produce produce
  • Grace’s Pastries baked goods
  • J & W Valley View Farm produce and herbs
  • Lois’s Produce produce and herbs
  • Lyn Phipps cut flowers/ plants
  • Middleburg Creamery ice cream
  • Mt Olympus Berry Farm produce
  • Reid’s Orchard fruits, cider and herbs
  • Salsa las Glorias salsa
  • Sharkawi Farm herbs, teas, seasonings, plants
  • Valentine’s Country Bakery   & Meats meat/baked goods
  • Westmoreland Berry Farm fruit
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Why are People Flocking to Fairfax County?

Did you know that this booming metropolitan county exceeds the total population of seven American states and is the most populous region among city areas in not only Virginia, but also Washington? In fact, Fairfax County is home to a whopping 13% of its state’s total population.
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What is it about this Northern Virginian county that caused an estimate of 1,015,302 (as of the April 2008 consensus) to make this part of the country their dwelling place? Formed in 1742 from the northern part of Prince William County, and named after Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, this county is bordered by Potomac River and friendly neighboring regions such as Arlington County, Alexandria, Falls Church, Loudoun County and Prince William County. Studies conducted have shown that most of the adult citizens, who call Fairfax County their home, are four-year college degree holders and a good number of them have reached even higher educational attainment. Research has also shown that, aside from being the first county in the US to achieve a median household income of six figures, Fairfax also has the second highest median household income (next to Loudoun County) among counties with 250,000 or more residents. With those statistics in mind, potential residents can have some level of assurance that they are living among some of the best citizens the nation has to offer. It can also be a plus that they’ll be able to rub elbows with the county’s upper class society.
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Aside from that, Fairfax offers people, who are considering the county as their abode, residential areas that will surely fit their unique tastes and preferences. Residential communities like Kingstowne and Burke can give the suburban comfort and security that citizens may be looking for. Meanwhile, areas like Vienna, Huntington or the inner Beltway bustle of Bailey’s Crossroads can offer the convenient accessibility and metropolitan flair required by those more accustomed to a fast-paced, urbanite lifestyle.

With all that Fairfax County has to offer, no wonder people are rushing in to make it their home!

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If you're shopping for a home in a particular school district, we have every home listed for sale in every school district in Fairfax County. Because Fairfax County such a large school system there's not enough space here to list all the schools but you'll find them in the links below.

Record Fair at the Artisphere

A Record Fair was held at the Artisphere. Vendors and consumers gathered for this day long activity. At the midway point, there was a film screening. Afterwards, the director of the movie had a question and answer session with the audience. Ian Mackaye was in attendance.

Rosslyn is located in the northeastern corner of Arlington County, north of Arlington National Cemetery and directly across the Potomac River from Georgetown in Washington, D.C. The numerous high-rise buildings of Rosslyn appears (in some ways) more urban than nearby Washington.

Added to the mix are new condominiums, lively restaurants and exciting shops, all with easy access to Washington and close-in proximity to Interstate-395, the Pentagon and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

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Opening Night with the GI Film Festival

On 19May2014 the GI Film Festival kicked off at Old Town Theater. The event was visited by David Arquette, who you might know from the 1996 feature film Scream. The first movie of the 2014 GI Film Festival was the Field of Lost Shoes. The event sold out quickly. As a volunteer, I got there early to help with set up. After moving a table to the second floor, I was waiting for the next task when I over heard someone asking about coffee shops in Old Town. I couldn't help but offer my two cents on a subject I was familiar with. I recommended Bittersweet, which was right next door from Old Town Theater, and Misha's, which was about 3 blocks away. Later on I was surprised to find out that the person asking about coffee was one of the GI Film Festivals directors! As the event got closer to starting time, a line of audience members began to form. I took a spot as a door opener and handed out programs to incoming ticket holders. Meanwhile on the red carpet, there were professional photographers staffed who took pictures of celebrities and guests a like. It was interesting to see the crowd of cocktail attired visitors pass through to the evenings entertainment, which started seating at 6:15pm. After the beginning of the event had settled in, I took my leave, and said goodbye to Kim Palmese who had been my POC throughout the GI Film Festival. I remember her shuffling through the crowd, placing volunteers with excellent timing, and overseeing the logistics of this nonprofit hosted event.
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Performance Art at the Artisphere

Visiting the Artisphere in Rosslyn was very enjoyable. I was there to see Kaki King, a critically acclaimed female guitarist. Taking the some what spiral stairs past the lounge, and up to the second floor was neat. There were a few art related quotes to read from the walls display, as well as a series of artistic photographs streaming from a projector onto a wall. Entering the Dome Theatre, there were steep seats which created an immediate intimate closeness with the stage. Looking up, the spherical shape of the Dome Theatre reminded me of a planetarium. During the performance everything was very professional, there were perfectly timed lights and video that corresponded with the acoustic-electric guitar's rhythms & progressions & physical movements which were a part of King's kickstarter. During a pausing moment, Kaki King told the audience that this was her third performance of the nights entertainment, entitled 'the Neck is a Bridge to the Body.' Overall, I found the music and video to be soothing and cerebral. Afterwards, I left for the Orange line metro station two blocks away, still thinking about the sounds and pictures that I had seen earlier that evening. The Artisphere is the result of 40 years of community desire culminating with a public & private partnership with Arlington County & Rosslyn Business Improvement District and Monday Properties. Amenities here include:
  • 4,000 sq. ft. Terrace Gallery, plus two additional gallery spaces for visual arts
  • 4,000 sq. ft. Ballroom (3,000 sq. ft. dance floor) for events, performances and live music
  • 220-seat Dome Theatre for concerts, films and presentations
  • 125-seat Black Box Theatre—the new home of WSC Avant Bard
  • 387-seat Spectrum Theatre for concerts and events located just next door
  • Free WiFi
  • Two-story Video Wall screening experimental film and video installations
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Rosslyn is located in the northeastern corner of Arlington County, north of Arlington National Cemetery and directly across the Potomac River from Georgetown in Washington, D.C. The numerous high-rise buildings of Rosslyn appears (in some ways) more urban than nearby Washington.

Added to the mix are new condominiums, lively restaurants and exciting shops, all with easy access to Washington and close-in proximity to Interstate-395, the Pentagon and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

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Giving & Receiving: Volunteering at Petco

I have found through my own personal experience that volunteering to help shelter dogs at the Petco on Rt1 is very rewarding. To see the joy of dogs (old & young) leaving their store (where they wait for adoption), to go outside for fresh air, is very uplifting. Feeling a slight tug on the other end of the leash, while seeing four legs scrambling on the tile as we approach the automatic sliding glass door. Once outside, the dogs are happy to follow me in any direction, whether it be towards Target, Beacon Mall, or elsewhere. And for me, I'm happy just to see them around their little world.
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What Should I know About Old Town Commons?

Old Town Commons is a townhome community located in Old Town, Alexandria. It is accessible via the King St Metro. It is also within convenient proximity of Old Town establishments such as restaurants and shopping areas. Recreational areas like the Mount Vernon Trail are also nearby.
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Old Town Commons was launched on the month of May, year 2010, making a total of 380 residential homes available for sale. These residential homes include 159 townhouses, 134 apartments and 86 condominium units. Among the features sported by several of the homes are backyards, garages and even rooftop terraces. Meant to meet the environmental-friendly initiatives of its city, homes in this neighborhood were designed and constructed with techniques that employ eco-friendly solutions, which include (but aren’t limited to) alternative energy systems - such as solar energy systems. Homes here also meet the standards and guidelines imposed by the U.S. Green Building Council for energy-efficient and eco-friendly homes. Though new, the designers of the Old Town Commons neighborhood has made it a point to maintain the historical architecture and unique ambiance that Old Town, Alexandria is famous for. Thus, potential residents will not miss out on the “small town” atmosphere of Old Town while still enjoying the perks that come with the modern construction techniques used on this community’s homes.

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Yorktowne Square is close to Merrifield.

Yorktowne Square is a community of condos in Fairfax County at Falls Church. Yorktowne Square was built around 1966. Condos at Yorktowne Square generally cost from $210,000 to $290,000. Yorktowne Square is close to Jefferson District Park, Berkey Park. Yorktowne Square is near Capital Beltway and not far from Gallows Road. Yorktowne Square is 1 mile to Dunn Loring Metro & I-495; and walk to shops & restaurants & Mosaic District. Compare To:

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