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The Rumble Of Rolling Thunder 2011

By Cindy Jones on May 28th, 2011

Not everyone is packing up the car and heading to the beach this weekend. If you are staying in the DC area then the biggest event is the annual Rolling Thunder Rally. The rally started in 1987 with 2500 motorcycles riding through the streets of DC. Over the years the rally grew and now close ... [Continue Reading]

A Riot in Northern Virginia

By Cindy Jones on April 24th, 2011

A riot of color. We are fortunate to have a wide variety of plants for our gardens in Northern Virginia. Enjoy a quick pop of color for Easter Weekend. ... [Continue Reading]

Ahh Could You Tell Me Where Northern Virginia Is?

By Cindy Jones on March 31st, 2011

It seemed like a crazy question and then I laughed. The buyer was headed to Fort Belvoir from Arizona they had checked and they couldn’t find Northern Virginia anywhere on the map. It just wasn’t there. Oh well actually there isn’t a Northern Virginia like there is a North or South Carolina it is just ... [Continue Reading]

Evening in DC-A Different Perspective

By Cindy Jones on March 20th, 2011

This video may not officially fall under real estate talk but if you are moving to Northern Virginia hopefully you are going to take advantage of visiting the wonderful sights of the local area. Something many people don’t think of is visiting the Nations Capitol after the sun goes down. I thought I’d give you ... [Continue Reading]

It’s George Washington Day in Virginia

By Cindy Jones on February 21st, 2011

Around the country most people are celebrating today as President’s Day. Created in 1971 to honor all of the United States presidents many think the day was only to combine Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday and George Washington’s Birthday. However by law it is for all of our past presidents. In Virginia though the day is officially ... [Continue Reading]

Wreaths Across America Project

By Cindy Jones on December 14th, 2010

The day was cold and overcast but volunteers who come from around the United States take a few hours making sure those who gave their lives are not forgotten during the holidays. This year the crowd was much larger than the last few years. The Wreaths Across America project has a lofty goal for next ... [Continue Reading]

The Turning Point-Women’s Right To Vote

By Cindy Jones on November 2nd, 2010

Today millions of American’s will vote in their local elections. For me it was a matter of lacing up my tennis shoes and walking to my local voting place. That walk took me along the Occoquan River and reminded me that only a few miles up the river a 120 women were jailed for demanding ... [Continue Reading]

Annual Manassas Veterans Parade

By Cindy Jones on November 1st, 2010

2012 Parade Information November 10, 2012, 11 a.m. Parade Route: The parade kicks off in Historic Manassas at the intersection of Quarry Rd. and Prescott Ave., travels south on Prescott and then west on Center St. ending at West St. “Honoring Our Nations Veterans and Active Military” Official Website: www.vetpar.org ... [Continue Reading]

Potomac Town Center Keeps Get Better & Better

By Cindy Jones on October 15th, 2010

Good news keeps on coming to Woodbridge VA and Prince William County residents when it comes to Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center. More new restaurants are on their way in 2011. Joining Zoe’s Kitchen, Uncle Julio’s, JoS A. Bank will be PF Changs China Bistro, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza and Travinia Italian Kitchen. To the ... [Continue Reading]

New Mixed Used Development in Belmont Bay

By Cindy Jones on October 10th, 2010

GROUND BREAKING APRIL 2013. When NOVA locals think of Woodbridge and Route 1 they usually think urban sprawl. Neighborhoods disconnected from shopping, little green space or limited sidewalks for safety. However there are big changes coming to North Woodbridge and the signs for Marina Landing in Belmont Bay announce those plans are underway. Marina ... [Continue Reading]