From Iran to Mount Vernon
Retired plastic surgeon writes autobiography.
Mount Vernon resident Dr. Khosrow Matini’s autobiography, “Fortunate Plastic Surgeon: An Autobiography and My View About the United States,” weaves his journey from a youth in the often volatile country of Iran to a plastic surgeon in the United States.
Burke, Mount Vernon: Copperthite Race Track Receives Historical Marker
2,000-person grandstand once stood in Burke.
More than 100 years since Copperthite Race Track opened in Burke, harnessed race horses once again trotted back and forth on the same grounds, now inhabited by the Burke Nursery and Garden Center.
Alexandria/Mount Vernon Weekend Fun: Aug. 5-14
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Alexandria Appetite: 3 Gold-Medal Spots to Watch the Olympics
Looking for a restaurant to whet your appetite while you cheer on the USA? Here are three at the top of the list.
After the usual four-year absence, Summer Olympics mania is ready for liftoff again. Looking for a change of scenery to watch your favorite sports? Here are three restaurants that are sure to be gold-medal bets.
Mall STEM Lab Celebrates First Birthday
Children's Science Center Lab celebrates with cake, a new robot, aquarium and checks worth $125,000.
Some children go to the shopping mall because their moms have to run errands or it's a nice place to hang out with friends. Who knew Fair Oaks Mall is a go-to place to conduct science experiments, program a robot and make stuff out of a 3-D printer?
Mount Vernon Snapshot: WPHS To Host Musical
The Rambunctious Theatre Company is teaming up with Beyond the Page Theatre Company to present "The Last Five Years" starring David Jarzen from West Potomac High School and Robinson Secondary's Madyson Hanton.
Alexandria Appetite: 3 Restaurants To Help Pack Your Picnic
Running short on time but still want to dine al fresco?
By this point in the year, outdoor movies, jazz concerts, and wine festivals are in full swing. And with the Fourth of July in the rearview mirror, the summer picnic season is well under way.
ACCT Presents ‘The Dixie Swim Club’
It's a little "Steel Magnolias" meets "Same Time Next Year" meets "Golden Girls" and "On Golden Pond"
Aldersgate Church Community Theater (ACCT) is presenting "The Dixie Swim Club" from July 8-24.
Mount Vernon: Julie Houghton of The Dance Studio Retires After 21 Years
Julie Houghton, the owner and director of The Dance Studio at Hollin Hall on Fort Hunt Road in Alexandria, began to close the doors of her studio on June 18, at the studio’s 21st annual dance recital in preparation for her retirement this coming August.
Fairfax County Public Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Program
The Fairfax County Public Library began its Summer Reading Challenge on June 23, with this year’s theme being “Read for the Win.”
Junction: A Crossroads of New Food and Old Favorites
The new bakery and bistro aims to open shortly after Independence Day.
On the corner of Monroe and Mount Vernon avenues, a landmark building has been given new life.
Mount Vernon: Celebrating Gum Springs Community Day
Gum Springs residents celebrated a day of community events held at Martin Luther King Jr. Park on Saturday, June 18.
Alexandria: Irreverent Update of Anton Chekhov's ‘The Seagull’
Port City Playhouse presents "Stupid F#@*ing Bird."
The Port City Playhouse is presenting "Stupid F#@*ing Bird" by Aaron Posner June 10-25 in Alexandria.
Alexandria Appetite: Port City’s Derecho Storms Back Into Town
Brewery is hosting annual release party on Friday and Saturday.
The origins of one of Port City Brewing’s most popular beers came from a rather unfortunate situation.
Meet The Chef: London Curry's Naina Mohammed
Cameron Station restaurant offers regional specialties.
Naina Mohammed stirs a large pot of tomatoes, purple onions, fresh ginger, garlic bits and marsala — 15 different spices: "I use everything."