There are hundreds of families who provide foster care for the AWLA. The program is designed to provide temporary at-home care and enrichment, especially for animals in need of regular medications or health management, animals too young for adoption, and those who need extra socialization. Animals overwhelmed by the bustle of the adoption floor also benefit from a stay in a home, where they can learn to coexist with people and perhaps other pets — and be observed to provide valuable information for the shelter’s adoption staff. Continue reading “Families Across Alexandria Provide Foster Care To Animals For AWLA”
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Thousands Of Toys Donated For Toys For Tots In Alexandria
Alexandria Fire Chief Corey Smedley was on hand at AFD headquarters on Dec. 10 to receive more than 2,000 toys collected as part of the U.S. Marine Corps’ annual Toys for Tots campaign. Donations surpassed last year’s, with AFCEA DC collecting more than $60,000 worth of toys. More than 2,000 toys were dropped off at AFD headquarters, which will be distributing the presents to underserved children across the city. Continue reading “Thousands Of Toys Donated For Toys For Tots In Alexandria”
Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ Won By Alexandria Chef
Chris Edwards competed to win in an episode of Food Network’s “Chopped” that aired on Sept. 29. He is the head chef of Alexandria restaurant Hank & Mitzi’s Italian Kitchen. Edwards competed alongside another Alexandria chef — Mimi Huynh, the chef and owner of Sunday in Saigon, a modern Vietnamese restaurant in Old Town. Edwards impressed the judges by making smoked paprika rubbed swordfish with charred eggplant and peppers in escabeche. Continue reading “Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ Won By Alexandria Chef”
Where To Have A Warm Meal In Alexandria
Autumn is here and the temperature has started to fall. It’s time to seek out a bit of warmth with your meals. Fortunately, these restaurants are here to assist you in this task. With dine-in or carryout options available, they’ll ensure you’ll have a piping-hot meal in no time. Continue reading “Where To Have A Warm Meal In Alexandria”
Visit T.J. Stone’s Grill House And Tap Room
T.J. Stone’s is a restaurant with classic American fare and global wine and beer list along with a stone fireplace. It is located at 608 Montgomery St, Alexandria, VA 22314. T.J. Stone’s offers friendly faces, house-smoked specialties, satisfying comfort foods, and over 300 different beers and wines. There is a casual dining room with a wood-burning fireplace, outdoor patio, private dining room, and Tap Room. Continue reading “Visit T.J. Stone’s Grill House And Tap Room”
Old Town Alexandria Welcomes Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats
On Saturday, Goodies Frozen Custard and Treats distributed sundaes shakes and treats to a line of hungry customers wrapped around the historic Ice House at 200 Commerce St. The owner Brandon Byrd and his business partner Rozell Moore operates out of a vintage, restored 1952 postal service van. The Goodies food truck currently has pop-up locations at Eastern Market in D.C. and outside of the Ice House in Alexandria. Byrd plans to open Goodies’ first brick-and-mortar ice cream shop in the Ice House by Labor Day. Continue reading “Old Town Alexandria Welcomes Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats”
Learn About Foster’s Grille Restaurant
Foster’s Grille is a low-key chain eatery that serves burgers, hot dogs, wings & fries, plus beer, wine & shakes. This restaurant is located at 2004 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA. Foster’s Grille was opened in 1999. Continue reading “Learn About Foster’s Grille Restaurant”
Carlyle Neighborhood Welcomes Bank Of America’s Branch
Bank of America opened its newest Alexandria location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 20, 2020, inside the newly opened financial center in the heart of Alexandria’s Carlyle neighborhood. The new branch is located at John Carlyle St. It is Bank of America’s 10th financial center in the Alexandria/Springfield market and fourth in Alexandria proper. Continue reading “Carlyle Neighborhood Welcomes Bank Of America’s Branch”
Tour The Freedom House Museum Near The Duke
Freedom House Museum is a National Historic Landmark owned by the Northern Virginia Urban League. Freedom House Museum is located in the basement level of one of the most infamous slave trading companies in the country at 1315 Duke Street. The museum is small but powerful with original artifacts and first-person narratives told through video and exhibits. Continue reading “Tour The Freedom House Museum Near The Duke”
Annual Chairman’s Community Reception Held January 30 By Alexandria Chamber of Commerce
The annual Chairman’s Community Reception was held Jan. 30 at the National Industries for the Blind headquarters in Potomac Yard where The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce celebrated Dave Millard as its 2020 board chairman. Millard, who takes over from 2019 board chair Charlotte Hall said, “The Chamber has never been better. I am following three great chairs – Charlotte Hall, Gin Kinneman, and Dak Hardwick – and everything is moving full steam ahead.” Continue reading “Annual Chairman’s Community Reception Held January 30 By Alexandria Chamber of Commerce”