Events
The Birchmere
I’ve always enjoyed going to concerts. My first concert was Jimmy Buffet at Merriweather Post Pavilion. In high school and college going to concerts was pretty much a given. When I first starting dating my husband his company had a suite at the Verizon Center and we saw everyone from the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Elton John and Third Eye Blind (yeah we were the oldest people at that one). Sadly there is no more company suite and we just don’t get to as many concerts as I wish we could but living in Alexandria there are plenty...
read moreAnniversary Events at Pizzeria Paradiso
My favorite pizza place, Pizzeria Paradiso, is celebrating their 20 year anniversary and will be having several fun events in the next few weeks. This one is only in Old Town! Sunday, November 13 – From 1-4 pm ’20 Free Pizzas’ Family/Kids Day Kids can participate in a Make Your Own Pizza demonstration with Chef Ruth Gresser first 20 kid’s pizzas are...
read moreArt on the Rocks
Art League is having ‘Arts on the Rocks’ this Wednesday: Wednesday, October 26, 6:00 – 9:00 pm in The Art League Gallery The Art League has chosen six local bartenders from Austin Grill, Chadwicks, Columbia Firehouse, Hank’s Oyster Bar, The Light Horse Restaurant, and Red Rocks to each select a artwork from the October exhibit as inspiration to create the most artistic cocktail and then compete at Art on the Rocks. Ticket holders may sample the cocktails and vote for their favorite at the event! Appetizers from the...
read moreBastille 4-Course Dinner
Check out this special dinner and champagne pairing at Bastille Bubbles to Tickle your Fancy!! Thursday, November 10, 2011 Bastille welcomes Champagne Janisson and Fils for a 4 course dinner paired with the fabulous bubbles that we have come to love. Join the Chefs Poteaux and the winemaker for Janisson and Fils in this wonderful sampling of their very best fizz! Dinner with wines : $105 Dinner only: $55 Taxes and Gratuities are not included in the price Begin your journey with Champagne Francois de Rosay along with...
read moreWeekend Events Nearby
15th Annual Shenandoah Valley Hot Air Balloon, Wine & Music Festival Friday, Oct. 14, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 15 – Sunday, Oct. 16, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. www.virginia.org Enjoy a fun-filled, action-packed, three-day family celebration at this festival featuring hot air balloons, wine tasting, live music and much more. The festival is held on the grounds of the Long Branch estate in the heart of the scenic Shenandoah Valley during the most colorful season of the year. Location: LONG BRANCH Historic House &...
read moreTonight is Girls Night Out
Grab your girlfriends and head over to Shirlington tonight for “Shirlie Girls” an evening of cocktails, trunk shows, food & fun! Ah Love Oil & Vinegar: From 5 p.m.–7 p.m. join us for food tastings and a live cooking demo! Find your perfect pairs during the olive oil and balsamic pairing sale and as a treat for the evening, enter to win a gift basket full of delicious goodies. Must be present at time of drawing to win. CakeLove: Cupcakes are better with friends! Buy 2 cupcakes, get 1 cupcake free from 5...
read moreWine Reception – Spanish Wines
Title: Wine Reception – Spanish Wines Location: Lee-Fendall House, 614 Oronoco Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-2308 Link out: Click here Description: Join the Lee-Fendall House Thursday, October 13 from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. for a Spanish wine reception. Known for fabulous reds, Spain also produces Albarino, which is considered a high-quality white. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served. Tickets are $25 per person and Wilkinson Wine Cellar will be on hand to provide their expertise. A guided tour of the historic house will be available...
read moreWest End Art & Wine Festival
The Hadeed Carpet Alexandria West End Art and Wine Festival will be held in Cameron Station and Ben Brenman Park on October 8-9, 2011. It kicks off with an official ceremony held at the Gazebo on Cameron Station Blvd., where the mayor of Alexandria will recognize local businesses and others sponsorting the event, as well as Festival planners and its Cameron Station host. A check will be presented to Capital Caring, the Alexandria charity chosen to be a beneficiary of this inaugural festival. Visitors will enjoy a number of festival activity...
read moreAlexandria Fall Festivals
Alexandria Arts Safari 10/8 12 – 4pm Torpedo Factory Art Center 105 N. Union St. Alexandria, VA Hands-on arts and crafts for kids of all ages. Giant paper mache animal, clay experience, art safari painting and more. FREE Big Top Country market 10/15 Alexandria Country Day School-2400 Russell Rd. Alexandria, VA moon bounce, pumpkin carving, vendors, games, food, rides Family Fun Festival – 10/15 12-4 pm Browne Academy 5917 Telegraph Rd. Alexandria, VA Rocknocerous performing, free pony rides, petting zoo, carnival...
read moreThe Torpedo Factory Art Center October 2011
The Torpedo Factory Art Center is undoubtedly one of the coolest places to hang out. They always have amazing exhibits, and the fact that the shows are generally Judged, and show works from around the world just makes it that more interesting. The current show in Alexandria is of Masks, and they are having a workshop this weekend for people who want to make Masks, and then they are having a reception on the 13th. It’s amazing to realize that over 500,000 people visit the The Torpedo Factory Art Center on the Alexandria’s...
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