Holiday parades are nothing new, but the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights has a unique twist—it takes place atop the water. To be more specific, the water of the Potomac River. Celebrating its 21st birthday this year, the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights will once again bring holiday cheer to the waterfront on…
Dec
03
2021
From noon until the clock strikes midnight, the people of Alexandria will be out celebrating the arrival of a new year on Friday, December 31st with the return of First Night Alexandria. The annual event is back for 2021 and packed with a lineup of live music and other family-friendly activities, including both ticketed and…
Dec
03
2021
The holiday season is here! If you’re someone who started decorating in October, you might not really need to put any finishing touches on your decor. But if you’re just getting going now, these DIY ideas will elevate your holiday decorations in a fun and modern way. DIY Snow Globes [The Sweetest Occasion] Did you…
Oct
05
2021
Recently opened to the public, Gogi Friends is a new restaurant in town serving Korean barbecue and delicious cocktails. You’ll enjoy the modern-style decor and spacious layout of tables and chairs along with a sake/soju bar. A few of their popular food items to enjoy are their pork belly, steamed egg, cold noodle, and pork…
Oct
05
2021
A special fundraiser is taking place in Alexandria, Virginia! Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill’s 28th Annual Pumpkin Patch is an event taking place from October 3-31, where you can pick any pumpkin you like from their patch. You’ll find various sizes to choose from, including small hand-held to large ones. The pumpkin prices start at one dollar and go up…
Oct
05
2021
If the mess of carving a jack-o’-lantern doesn’t really appeal to you, but having some fall fun does, try one of these alternatives to your traditional Halloween decoration. Nail polish pumpkins. Don’t have a fully stocked craft cabinet? No problem! Nail polish pumpkins make use of beauty supplies you have stowed in the bathroom. Use…
Jul
30
2021
There are second hand stores, and there are fine antique shops, and The Antique Guild in Old Town Alexandria is certainly the latter. The main draw to this decades-old store is The Antique Guild’s collection of upscale, unique jewelry, with pieces ranging from brooches and cameos, to earrings, cuff links, and more. If you’re looking for a…
Jul
29
2021
Have yourself a unique dining experience at Sunday in Saigon! You’ll enjoy Vietnamese cuisine and feel as though you’re right in the heart of Vietnam with the decor and atmosphere surrounding you.And while you’re there, you’ll receive exceptional service like no other, with friendly faces eager to make your visit a good one. Some yummy foods…
Jun
30
2021
Curbside comfort food? Yes, please! Junction Bakery and Bistro has deemed themselves the curbside comfort food go-to in the area and we’re here for it! Order easily online and your order will be waiting for you on a rack in the entry when you get there. Easy peasy! When ordering online you can select from their grocery or coffee…
Jun
29
2021
The family behind Via Volcan is passionate about coffee, so they don’t take a single shortcut throughout the bean-to-cup process. It begins on their family farm in Panama, where they lovingly cultivate their coffee crop at the perfect altitude, in particularly rich soil. When the beans are ready to be harvested, they do so by hand and…