275 Years
This July marks 275 years since Alexandria’s 1749 founding.
Sunset Concert at River Farm with Soulfire
The band Soulfire takes the stage at River Farm, headquarters of the American Horticultural Society, on Thursday, May 30, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
A Musical Fairytale Featuring Actors and Puppets
Centreville High presents ‘Cinderella: Enchanted Edition.’
Cinderella
Two New Alexandria Communities
Celebrity Designer Bobby Berk signs books, lends insight to interiors.
Tri Pointe
Cappies Review: Into the Woods at Bishop Ireton High School
Get prepared to be transported into a spellbinding fusion of classic fairy tales in Bishop Ireton's showcase of “Into the Woods.”
Fairfax City Is Holding Art Contest
Art Contest
‘Brilliant Performance’ by New Great Falls Philharmonic Orchestra
Opinion: Orchestra
Fujisan Offers Creative, Fresh Japanese Dishes
It’s open in the Shops at Fairfax shopping center.
Food
Newly Released Book Chronicles Fall of Saigon 1975
Local author tells of her Vietnamese family’s escape on the last plane out.
Vietnam book
A Powerful Event that Touches All the Emotions
Women’s Storytelling Festival is March 14-17 in Fairfax City.
Women's stories
Mount Vernon Celebrates 18th Century Style
George Washington honored with food and a look back in history
Not many could have a 297th birthday and have hundreds show up at the house to celebrate. President George Washington is one of those few, still remembered and admired, more than two hundred years after his death in December 1799 at age 67. His restored estate at Mount Vernon again hosted an event in celebration of surveyor, military man, army general, statesman, first United States President, and farmer, and provided celebrants with a view back into his life and times.
Raising Funds for Children’s and Teens’ Fine Arts
Arts of Great Falls produces Monet’s garden-inspired gala
Art
A Culinary Tour of the World in Fairfax City
Winter Restaurant Week is Feb. 26-March 3.
It’s always a good time to visit Fairfax City – but especially during Restaurant Week. That’s when both locals and visitors get a chance to enjoy delicious meals at the City’s restaurants for lower-than-normal prices.
Video
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