Have Your panCAKE and Eat It Too – National Pancake Date At IHOP

Do you have a hankering for something sweet?  Then take advantage of some pancakes today at IHOP locations across the country.  It’s never too late for breakfast, or take a long lunch.  Better yet, treat the kids to a sweet surprise after school to have “Breakfast for Dinner” or as my kids call it…“Brinner”.

Today, February 5, is National Pancake Day at IHOP.  Visit your area IHOP restaurant to get your free short stack of delicious buttermilk pancakes, and please make a donation to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

If you are in the Alexandria VA area, there are three places where you can stop by and enjoy your free short stack today:

1. 3425A Jefferson Davis Highway, Alexandria VA 22305 (Potomac Yard)
2. 7694 Richmond Highway, Alexandria VA 22306 (Greater Mount Vernon Area)
3. 6206 Interparcel Road, Alexandria VA 22315 (Across from the Festival at Manchester Lakes)

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First Time Homebuyer Class Held In Alexandria VA
Saturday December 8, 2012

Alexandria VA Real Estate – The real estate market is up, the real estate market is down.  What’s this talk about foreclosures and short sales?  What types of inspections should I get before buying a home? What’s an FHA loan?  What does AS-IS mean? Aren’t the sellers required to fix that? What are closing costs and why do I have to pay them? What is hazard insurance, is that the same thing as homeowners insurance?  What about title insurance…why do I need that? What’s an earnest money deposit?  What exactly does a buyer agent do? What types of down payment programs do I qualify for?  Are there any grants available for first-time homebuyers?

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Alexandria VA in the next couple of months, then I’m sure that you’ve asked yourself these questions and more.  Be sure to register and attend the free First-Time Homebuyer Class that will be held this Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the Charles Houston Recreation Center, located at 901 Wythe Street.  The class will begin promptly at 10:00 am and will end at 12 noon. Street parking is available in addition to parking in the rear of the building.  The Charles Houston Recreation center is conveniently located just four blocks from Braddock Road metro station.

What questions did I miss?  Use the comment section below to add your question about the homebuying process.

Info Flyer – $5000 Grant Program!

Seating Is Limited – Register Today For Saturday’s Class

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Old Town Alexandria And Del Ray Pools Help You Cool Down Under Hot Temps

Yes, you could fry an egg on the asphalt today, but the Old Town Alexandria and Del Ray Pools have extended hours to help you stay cool.  The City of Alexandria issued an announcement earlier today:

Due to the extreme heat, the Memorial Pool, located at 901 Wythe St., will open from noon to 6 p.m., and the Warwick Pool, located at 3301 Landover St., will open from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 and Friday, June 22. Admission will be free to all City residents. Memorial Pool, normally only open to residents 13 years of age and younger, will be open to all residents this Thursday and Friday. All children 12 years of age and younger must be accompanied and supervised at all times by an adult 18 years of age and over. Children under age 6 must be accompanied by an adult eighteen years and older. Children must be in proper bathing attire at all times, and within arm’s length of the adult when in the pool. Regular summer operating hours for the Old Town and Warwick Pools begin Saturday, June 23, and for the Memorial Pool on Monday, June 25.

So if the kids are bored and want to stay cool, take them out to the pool! Remember to carry plenty of water and apply the appropriate sunscreen for added protection.

Things To Do In Alexandria VA -
November 2011 Events Calendar

 There’s no shortage of things to do in and around Old Town Alexandria for the month of November 2011.  In addition to celebrating Veteran’s Day, there are numerous plays, concerts, and even cooking demonstrations!  Click here for a print friendly version of my November 2011 events calendar, and I’ll look forward to seeing you in and around Alexandria VA this month!

Things To Do Old Town Alexandria – Events Calendar For October 2011

Here’s your October 2011 Events Calendar for the Alexandria VA and Washington DC area.  Mother Nature played a role in the rescheduling of the MLK Memorial Dedication, so that will be held on Sunday October 16.  Smooth Jazz fans can hang out with the other cool cats at The Birchmere to see musician Keiko Matsui on October 17.  Do you love to eat?  Don’t miss the Taste of DC on the first Saturday.  This fall in Alexandria VA there’s lots to hear, see, taste, and smell!  I hope to see you around town.

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4th of July Events In Alexandria VA and Washington DC 2011

There will be colors bursting all over Washington DC this weekend as we celebrate Independence Day!  Here is a list of 4th of July activities in and around the Alexandria area for 2011.

WASHINGTON DC
4th of July Fireworks on the National Mall
Fireworks Time: At dark, usually around 9:15 p.m.
Rain Date: July 5th
Launch Location: The fireworks are launched from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and light up the sky over the Washington Monument.

VIRGINIA
Alexandria Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St., Alexandria, Virginia. Celebrate Alexandria’s Birthday & the USA’s on Saturday, July 9, 2011, 4-10 p.m. Enjoy a concert by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra at 8:30 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Falls Church
George Mason High School, 7124 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, Virginia. Live music will start at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Fairfax July 4, (rain date – fireworks only July 5) Fairfax City, Independence Day Parade through the downtown area beginning at 10 a.m. Musical entertainment begins at 7 p.m. at Fairfax High School with a spectacular fireworks display at dark. (703) 385-7858.

McLean
Langley High School, 6520 Georgetown Pike McLean, Virginia. (703) 790-0123. Music performances, food, games, and activities for kids. Grounds open at 6 p.m. Fireworks at dark. 

Leesburg
 Ida Lee Park, Rt. 15 (King Street) and Ida Lee Drive, Leesburg, Virginia. (703) 777-1368. Gates open at 6 p.m. Fireworks around 9:30 p.m.

King’s Dominion
16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell, Virginia. Independence Day celebrations and fireworks.

MARYLAND
 National Harbor July 3, 2011. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, Maryland. Fireworks and summer festival, beginning at 6:30 p.m., tickets are required. 

“Boom, boom, boom.  Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon!”  – Katy Perry, Firework