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Unwavering Nimi Trehan
Potomac artist explores theme of resilience in time of coronavirus, wins award.
Nimi Trehan, a long-time Potomac resident and artist, was presented with an Award of Excellence for her painting, “Unwavering,” in the on-line exhibit The Spirit of Resilience presented by The Healing Power of Art and Artists, an initiative of Manhattan Arts International.
Deer ‘Population Management’ in Montgomery County Parks Near You
Schedule of hunting and park closures for fall 2020 – winter 2021
Deer populations across much of Montgomery County have reached levels that exceed the capacity for the sustainability of the natural environment (Biological Carrying Capacity) as well as the capacity for tolerance by residents in the county (Cultural Carrying Capacity), according to county documents.
Horses and the People They Help
If you aren't familiar with how horses are helping people, read on.
Perri Wight Green of McLean was riding horses before she could talk.
Downtown Herndon Real Estate Focus of Closed Door Session
Possible sign of pending land sale for Downtown Redevelopment Project.
After the Herndon Town Council adopted its Continuity of Government Ordinance on March 24 which allowed it to operate during the state of emergency due to COVID-19 and do so in a streamlined manner, Council could not discuss and act on matters such as zoning, planning, development and the Heritage Preservation Review Board Handbook.
Vienna Police Highlights Sept. 4 – Sept. 10, 2020
The following summary contains various incidents of general interest as well as vehicular crashes handled by the Town of Vienna, Virginia Police Department from Sept. 4 – Sept. 10, 2020.
Izumi Sushi of Great Falls Reflects on Economic, Cultural Challenges of 2020
The restaurant, which serves Japanese and Chinese cuisine, is cautiously resuming its services.
Victoria Li, a senior at Langley High School, has grown up along with Izumi Sushi in Great Falls.
2020 Fall for the Book Goes Virtual
Connecting the literary community through online gatherings.
This year’s twenty-second annual Fall for the Book will be like no other; a virtual festival, streaming until late November 2020.
Travel the World in Fairfax City
Upcoming Restaurant Week features global offerings.
While it may look and feel a bit different than usual, Fairfax City’s 3rd annual Restaurant Week still promises to provide fun experiences and delicious food.
Appetite: Off the Menu: Alexandria Restaurant News Notes
The shift from summer hasn’t stopped progress: A Del Ray gelato shop nears its dawn, a Chinese restaurant in North Old Town makes a foray outside and a hotel restaurant gets a makeover in name and menu.
People at Work: Nothing Stops Music—Even the Coronavirus
MMM meets over Zoom to enjoy classical music.
Victoria Gau sits in her unfinished basement office with the window overlooking the garden with her silk plant from Amazon, new rug and the screen blocking off the stuff she doesn’t want everyone to see.
The Fight for Paid Leave
After effort for paid sick days falters, lawmakers move toward paid quarantine leave.
The fight for paid sick days is on hold for now, and advocates have moved to a fallback position for the special session of the Virginia General Assembly: quarantine leave.
From Nursery to Nursing in Potomac
Planning Board recommends approval of 152,655 square-foot, three story retirement community on River Road.
Up Next: Office of Zoning and Administrative Hearings on Sept. 21.
Tickets on Sale for Alden Drive-Thru Drama in McLean
After a hugely successful first endeavor that sold out all performances, The Alden in McLean is bringing back its Drive-Thru Drama performances in September.
Art Season Begins in Great Falls
September is the start of the art season in Great Falls when two big events arrive in town.
Renaming: Next Steps, So Many Steps in Alexandria...
School administration to start community engagement process before December vote on name change.
Alexandria school administration is taking a different approach to ditching the T.C. Williams name, educating the community to get buy-in instead of just striking the name outright like many other school districts.
Ewing Resigns from Fairfax County Library Board
Trustee Rosenthal apologizes for disruption.
Two members of the Fairfax County Library Board of Trustees, Phil Rosenthal, Springfield District Representative and Darren Ewing, Dranesville District Representative, made statements during the July 29 public meeting of the Fairfax County Library Board Trustees that caused the public, organizations, and top County leaders to voice concern.
Bikes Hot Items During Time of COVID-19 in Potomac
The rumor is true, it’s hard to find a good new bike – at a reasonable price.
Be Smart: Press Pause
Informal tally: 54 comments oppose 495/270 expansion and toll lanes; nine support. Final day of public hearings scheduled for Sept. 10.
Seth Glinski works in construction and development. An uncertain future because of the 2020 pandemic, he said, is actually cause for “feeling lucky” when it comes to the possible widening of the Capital Beltway and I-270 and the American Legion Bridge.
Vienna Police Highlights Aug. 21 – Aug. 27, 2020
The following summary contains various incidents of general interest handled by the Town of Vienna Police Department from Aug. 21 – Aug. 27, 2020
Live Music Arriving to Meadowlark Gardens in Vienna
Virginia Chamber Orchestra and Meadowlark Gardens Park partner for musical joy.
Through a unique partnership, live music will be heard within the surrounding beauty of the stunning public park, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens.