The Fashion Center
The Fashion Center is a high class or more preferred as an elite shopping center offering a large variety of shopping stops. Located at Pentagon City, it is just a few minutes from the nation’s capital. The Pentagon City Mall is located on Metro's Blue and Yellow Lines; connected to the Pentagon City Station. The Fashion Center allows it’s shoppers to experience a dream come true in shopping.
There are more than 170 shop stops and restaurants, just to name a few:
Macy's
Nordstrom
Fashion Center at Pentagon City
Armani Exchange
Kenneth Cole
Victoria’s Secret
Panda’s Express
Starbucks
Au Bon Pain
A Pea in the Pod
McDonald’s
The Fashion Center also includes an ATM, covered parking, stroller rental, handicap access and an information booth.
Fashion Center at Pentagon City
110 South Hayes Street Arlington, VA
(703) 415-2400
Regular Mall Hours
Monday to Saturday 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
Mount Vernon RECenter
2017 Belle View Road
Alexandria, Virginia
Contact Number: 703 768 3224
The Mount Vernon RECenter offers its community with an array of activities with its well furnished facilities. It is situated at the intersection of Fort Hunt Road and Belle View Boulevard.
Mount Vernon Rec Center early March
The Rec Center has year round ice skating and ice hockey.
Mount Vernon RECenter is at the corner of Fort Hunt and Belle View Bvd.
Mount Vernon RECenter has ice skate rentals
The Mount Vernon RECenter has an ice skating rink
The Mt. Vernon Recenter has an ice rink
The RECenter is a great place to volunteer at
Mount Vernon Rec Center is at the intersection of Fort Hunt Road and Belle View Boulevard
Facilities at Mount Vernon RECenter:
25 Meter Heated Indoor Pool
Poolside Spa
Beach Area with Play Features
Locker Rooms
Showers
Saunas
Fitness Center Furnished with Cybex VR2 Equipment
Pro Shop
Dance Room
Multi-Purpose Room
200 Foot by 85 Foot Indoor Ice Arena.
The Mount Vernon RECenter facility schedule is from Monday to Thursday 6am to 9pm, Friday 6am to 7pm, Saturday 7am to 7pm and Sunday 8am to 6pm. The pool area is open at the same time for Monday to Thursday and Friday, except Saturday when it is open from 8am to 7pm and Sunday 9am to 6pm.
The County also offers the use of indoor pools at Lee District Rec Center and George Washington Rec Center. Fort a more updated list of swimming activities and other pool facilities, please visit the Alexandria Masters Swim Club.
Homes recently listed for sale near the Mount Vernon RECenter
Shirley Highway is another name for Interstate 395. The I-395 corridor doesn't have Metro train service, but it carries a massive load of traffic nonetheless. In addition to its 8 to 10 lanes of traffic, 395 has an extra 3 lanes of HOV that switch direction depending on the hour of the day. It is THE major artery from Virginia into the District of Columbia.
395 leaves DC between the Pentagon and Crystal City (both in Arlington) and on the way out to I-95 and the Beltway at Springfield, I-395 passes Shirlington, Landmark, West End Alexandria and other neighborhoods. Traffic on 395 is nearly always heavy but usually slows only during rush hour.
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Across the Potomac River from Washington D.C. lies the city of Alexandria in Northern Virginia. South of Alexandria is Mount Vernon, the location of Mount Vernon Estate, once owned by the famous George Washington himself. Located along the Potomac riverbanks, Mount Vernon is connected to Old Town Alexandria via the George Washington Memorial Parkway and Route 1.
Mount Vernon, George Washington's estate on the Potomac
You can take the scenic route by going through the Parkway, which has a generous sprinkling of parks and wonderful scenery, including bike trails and lovely waterfront homes, which have differing and unique qualities about them.
Route 1, on the other hand, thrives with activity as a hub of industry and commerce in Alexandria. Amidst all this buzz, are multiple condominium complexes from Route 1’s south end to its north end.
In between these two main roads leading from Old Town to Mount Vernon, you can find a wide scope of differing and unique communities, distinctive to Northern Virginia.
On June 19, 2014 a storm hit Alexandria, Virginia. Damage included uprooted trees and resulting collisions with buildings, vehicles, and other terrain. In the middle of the night lightening struck several times.
Whether it's shopping at established national chains or perusing the local merchants, residents of the Duke are never more than a few blocks from their destination. Unique shops offer up an eclectic combination of necessities and niceties sure to satisfy residents on quick trips as well as those on leisurely strolls.
The endless variety and selection of parks, theaters and civic organizations truly offer something for every family makeup. With excellent public and private educational opportunities, children benefit from a unique close-knit community while part of a wider metropolitan system.
Whether it’s shopping at established national chains or perusing the local merchants, residents of the Duke are never more than a few blocks from their destination. Unique shops offer up an eclectic combination of necessities and niceties sure to satisfy residents on quick trips as well as those on leisurely strolls.
Entertainment
With a full compliment of restaurants and entertainment venues just around the corner, living in the Duke at Old Town means a night on the town is never far from home. Well-known by both locals and tourists as a hot spot for nightlife, Old Town at Alexandria provides a safe and accessible release from the high pressures of Capitol living.
The endless variety and selection of parks, theaters and civic organizations truly offer something for every family makeup. With excellent public and private educational opportunities, children benefit from a unique close-knit community while part of a wider metropolitan system.
With floor-to-ceiling windows and wrap-around balconies, the 23-story Alexandria House invites sunlight and star-gazing. Constructed of concrete and stucco in 1975, the building affords spectacular views of National Harbor, the Maryland shore, the Capitol and the landmark Masonic Memorial looming above Old Town.
Alexandria House is located at the corner of Madison Street and North Pitt Street, Alexandria House overlooks Oronoco Park just four blocks from the Potomac River. Alexandria House condos are at 400 Madison St. Alexandria VA.
Ornoco is one of several parks in Old Town Alexandria
High-rise condominium
inside a condo at Alexandria House
Alexandria House is located next door to Port Royal. Port Royal condominiums cater to a smaller budget than the condos found at Alexandria House. Alexandria House also towers over several nearby condo communities that are similarly priced, such as Abingdon Row and Watergate of Alexandria.
Hollowell's Esso Station was a Bailey's Crossroad landmark on Leesburg Pike in the 1950's. Compare how it looked then to a street view of the station as it appears today.
Hollowell Esso as it looks today (2013)Hollowell's Esso Station. Leesburg Pike at Bailey's Crossroads 1950's
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
