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Outdoor Dining Spots You Won’t Want to Miss
| & Music, Old Town Spotlight, Things To DoThe warm summer months are finally here, and there’s no better time than now to enjoy the long evenings with fine food and delicious libations. Lucky for us, we live in one of the foodie capitals of the DVM area – and there are plenty of options for first-class patio dining. Virtue Feed & Grain: […]
Old Town Spotlight: Oronoco Park
| Old Town Spotlight, Things To DoOronoco Park is one of Old Town’s most versatile outdoor spaces. Nestled between Pendleton and Madison streets, it’s a local favorite for everything from a quick walk to a long jog or bicycle ride. A Perfect Place to Pass the Time You’ll love the vibrant leafy trees and soft green grass that stretch for miles. […]
Old Town Spotlight: Farmers’ Market
| Old Town Events, Old Town Spotlight, Things To DoOld Town residents count themselves as fortunate for many reasons, one of which is the year-round Farmers’ market! Every Saturday from 7 am to 12 pm, a variety of local farmers and artists set up their booths and sell their products in Market Square. A Delightful Little Piece of History The Old Town Farmers’ Market […]
Old Town Sweet Treats Sure to Delight
| Old Town Spotlight, Things To DoOld Town Alexandria is a great place to live for many reasons, one of which is the proximity to fabulous dining and incredible sweet treats. Whether you’re looking for a little something to satisfy a midday sweet tooth or a dessert that’s sure to impress, you’ll find them in Old Town. Four of Our Favorite […]
Old Town Restaurants You Won’t Want to Miss
| Old Town Events, Old Town Spotlight, Things To DoLocal foodies and new residents alike look forward to Restaurant Week as a chance to get out and experience all the fresh flavors and vibrant atmospheres that Old Town Alexandria restaurants have to offer. But there are so many great options; it’s impossible to try them all in such a short period. If you didn’t […]
Waterfront living in Old Town Alexandria
| Featured Listings, Modern Amenities, Old Town SpotlightSpectacular waterfront townhouse in Fords Landing with riverfront views from every level. Distinctive architectural details including 4 fireplaces, a spacious living room with wide water views, a chef’s kitchen with adjoining family room, a luxurious master suite with a gas fireplace plus 2 other lovely guest rooms. A lower level second family room with a […]
Faces of Washington
| Old Town SpotlightAs seen in the January issue of the Washingtonian Magazine, Babs’ Old Town Alexandria expertise has been highlighted as one of the Faces of Washington.
Old Town Spotlight: Founders Park
| Old Town Spotlight, Things To DoOne of the best aspects of living in Old Town Alexandria is being close to everything. There’s shopping, dining, entertainment, and beautiful outdoor areas like Founders Park. Founders Park Offers a Tranquil Escape Whether you’re the kind of person who likes to relax with a picnic and take in the views or stroll along the […]
Old Town Spotlight: Material as Medium Show at the Torpedo Factory
| Old Town Events, Old Town SpotlightOne of the most unique places to visit in Old Town Alexandria is the Torpedo Factory Art Center (known locally as simply “The Torpedo Factory”). Interestingly enough, the name is more true to life than you might expect. The factory-turned-collective-artist-studio was originally a munitions plant for many years until it was repurposed through the founding […]