Project Highlights Alexandria's Living Legends
Since Alexandria was founded in 1749 it has harbored Living Legends the likes of George Washington and his compatriots, Yankee and Confederate soliders of the Civil War, heroes of World War I and II, and the “Now Generation.” Until five years ago few of these legends were recognized, but then came Nina Tisara and her vision to start an Alexandria Living Legends program.
Residents Value Waterfront, Old Town
Things to do, places to go.
Sitting on the western bank of the Potomac River, the city of Alexandria boasts of a variety of restaurants, retail establishments and historic sights.
Connect and Contribute
Service and citizen's associations lead community engagement.
Alexandria is home to many diverse neighborhoods, each with its own traditions. As each neighborhood has developed, so have the service groups and citizens associations that provide more than just an opportunity to meet and greet your neighbors.
There's No Place Like Home
A look at what makes Alexandria unique.
As the hometown of George Washington and Civil War General Robert E. Lee, the city of Alexandria attracts visitors from near and far to enjoy America's historic main streets.
Sign Me Up
These clubs are anything but traditional.
In a tale nearly as old as time, Groucho Marx famously resigned from the Friars' Club in 1949, saying, “I don't want to belong to any club that would accept me as one of its members.”
Getting Down to Business
Navigating the ABC's of Alexandria.
The acronyms run from ACBA to WEBA and represent various business associations from the waterfront to the West End. Whether you are new to the city or a long-time resident, following is a primer that explains the ABC's of Alexandria.
A Year in Fairfax County
A sampling of some of the cherished, annual events of the county.
A sampling of some of the cherished, annual events of the county.
Lorton Insiders Perspective
What’s the greatest thing about living in Lorton?
Residents share their greatest joys and biggest tips for living in the area.
My Favorite Places
Lisa Whetzel, executive director of Our Daily Bread in Fairfax
Lisa Whetzel, executive director of Our Daily Bread in Fairfax, shares her favorite local places.
Insiders Perspective
What is the best thing about living in Clifton?
"My favorite thing about living in Clifton is the big properties, so there's so much room to run around..."
Bob Simon’s Favorite Events, Places in Reston
Reston’s founder, Bob Simon, joins the Reston Connection’s Insiders Guide by sharing his list of top ten favorite events and places in Reston.
Reston’s founder, Bob Simon, joins the Reston Connection’s Insiders Guide by sharing his list of top ten favorite events and places in Reston.
What Makes Reston a Great Place to Live
Reston residents discuss their favorite places, activities.
Linda Holloway, a resident of Reston since 1970, calls herself ”a very part-time bookseller and a full-time lover of books,” as she stands in front of the cash register at the Reston Used Book Shop at Lake Anne. It may come as a surprise to longtime residents of Reston, but “many people don’t know where we are,” said Holloway. Even so, “I love the whole Lake Anne area. It’s where it all started…it’s a cool place and I feel like I’ve come home,” said Holloway.
How To Vote in Maryland, What's on the Ballot?
To vote in the general election on Nov. 6, you must be registered to vote at your current address by Oct. 16.
Editorial: About the Almanac, a Connection Newspaper
The paper you're reading, the Potomac Almanac is one of 15 papers published by the independent, locally owned Local Media Connection LLC, serving the suburbs of Metropolitan Washington in Northern Virginia and Potomac.
Viewpoints: What’s Best about Living in Potomac?
We live in one of the most beautiful areas of the United States — and Potomac Village is no exception.
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