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Mount Vernon Rec CenterThe Mount Vernon Recreation Center is a county run facility with a multitude of activities and services including a fully equipped weight room and work-out facilities. In addition to the Mount Vernon Rec Center, the county provides indoor pools at nearby Lee District Rec Center and George Washington Rec Center. For a complete list of area pools and swimming related activities, check the Alexandria Masters Swim club.
The Rec Center has year round ice skating and ice hockey.
There is a heated indoor pool, sauna, and diving platforms.
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Arlington County Offers Super Savings on Fitness Center Passes.Arlington County is now offering 10 Visit Passes or 20 Visit Passes at a discount. Arlington is also offering 3 Month Memberships or 6 Month Memberships at a discount. Remember that all passes & Memberships may be used at all six Arlington County Fitness Centers during normal operating hours. Passes good for six months from date [...] |
Mason District Dog ParkMason District Park has an “off-leash” are for dogs at the intersection of Alpine Drive and Pinecrest Parkway in Annandale VA. This dog park accommodates more that sixty dogs and is sponsored by the Mason District Dog Opportunity Group. Mason District Park also has a number of picnic shelters and an amphitheater as well as several [...] |
Dogs Unleashed in OaktonAre you looking for a place to let your pooch romp in Oakton? The Fairfax County Park authority together with Oakton Dogs, Inc. has a established Blake Lane Park to accommodate 25 dogs. The park is located at 10033 Blake Lane, Oakton, VA. The park is off of Jermantown Rd., which turns into Blake Ln. [...] |
Dog Park in RestonReston has its own “dog park” at Baron Cameron, 11300 Baron Cameron Avenue, Reston. The park can accommodate 40 dogs, but has a separate area for smaller dogs. The Fairfax County Park Authority has always welcomed leashed dogs in all of its parks. Now, for owners of well-mannered canines who enjoy a good run or [...] |
Old Town makes ready for St. Patrick’s DayIt’s cold and blustery right now, but Old Town is getting ready for a festive St. Patrick’s Day none-the-less. I spotted Irish flags up and down King Street and snapped a few pictures. Related posts Liberty Row Home General Washington Club Watergate — in Historic Alexandria Random Harvest — antiques and more in Old Town Alexandria |
Eamon’s: A Dublin Chipper in Old Town AlexandriaEamon’s is located on King Street in Old Town Alexandria. Eamon’s serves up an authentic Irish fried fish and chips with your selection of beers. You don’t need a passport, but you’ll feel like you’ve made a trip to Ireland from the moment you step in the door. There are a variety of sauces available for [...] |
Kingstowne Kids Kick-offKingstowne is one the capital area’s best suburban neighborhoods for families and kids. One reason why is the upcoming soccer program. The Kids Kickoff Soccer program is offered to children ages 3-10 years. Kids who participate can enjoy six weeks of 45-minute soccer fundamentals classes led by oin Kingstowne Soccer Director Eben Donkor. The group meets [...] |
FRESHFARM Markets comes to Crystal City in May 2010Crystal City (Arlington, VA) – After huge success in its inaugural season, the Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) is happy to announce the start of the second farmers’ market in Crystal City and the beginning of a new partnership with FRESHFARM Markets. Beginning May 18 FRESHFARM Markets will bring back local farmers and producers [...] |
Call to Action from the Friends of Huntley Meadow ParkAs we reported earlier this week, the Fairfax County proposed budget has been released. To overcome a gap in the revenues and spending, the County Executive has proposed a mix of cuts and tax increase. Here’s a message from the President of the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park: Anthony Griffin, the Fairfax County Executive, has asked [...] |
Friends of Huntley Meadows ParkFriends of Huntley Meadows park is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Huntley Meadows as a wetland wildlife sanctuary. Friends of Huntley Meadows Park was founded in 1985 and has grown to an organization of 400 members who represent an active influential voice for the Park and for open space throughout the county. The current officers [...] |
