Happy Birthday Alexandria! The City of Alexandria will celebrate its 275th and the USA’s 248th birthday on Saturday, July 13. The event includes live music by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra […]
Old Town Happenings
Juneteenth – Alexandria History is Black History
It may not seem very significant that a yarn shop should close on June 19th, known in the United States as Juneteenth. Juneteenth dates back to the arrival of Union […]
Mae’s Market and Cafe
We’ve got a new spot for morning lattes and fresh made pastries as well as afternoon sandwiches, salads and even groceries! Mae’s Market and Cafe opened this week in the […]
Save the date for Bellacara’s 20th Anniversary!
My favorite local boutique for cosmetics is celebrating an amazing 20 years of business in Old Town. Come out to celebrate Bellacara’s 20th Anniversary! Spend $250 after the 15% discount […]
The Face of Alexandria
Today I want to introduce you (perhaps again) to Bellacara – my go to for beauty products. Locally owned, amazingly curated and meticulously merchandised, Bellacara is a real gem in […]
The Tall Ship Providence Comes to Old Town!
The Tall Ship Providence, a reproduction of the Colonial-era ship Providence, has arrived in Old Town! The Woodrow Wilson Bridge opened late last night around midnight for the ship’s passage […]
Your Guide to Old Town Happenings This Weekend!
There’s lots to do this weekend in Old Town Alexandria this weekend! Join us for an ice cream social in our park to celebrate Local Yarn Store Day and our […]
Old Town Cocktail Week: May 3-11
Old Town Alexandria is hosting its first Old Town Cocktail Week, an event designed to encourage visitors to “Drink Up Old Town.” Like Restaurant Week, this event will highlight craft […]
Check out the New Waterfront Park and Public Art Exhibit: Mirror Mirror
The city of Alexandria is unveiling its revamped public space along the Potomac this Saturday, March 30 at 10AM. This new Waterfront Park features swing sets, shaded areas with tables […]
Stitch Sew Shop is now even closer!
Perhaps you have heard the news…our friends at Stitch Sew Shop have moved slightly closer, into our old store location at 1219 King Street! With larger space, Stitch will now […]
Rock The Block in Old Town This Wednesday to Help Children
Eat & drink at the top restaurants in Old Town at Rock The Block from 6 to 9 PM this Wednesday, November 14, to help raise funds for the National Center for […]