February 28th, 2010:
Guide to Arlington VA
Arlington is an urban county of about 26 square miles located directly across the Potomac River from Washington DC. Arlington’s central location in the Washington DC metropolitan area, its ease of access by car and public transportation, and its highly skilled labor force have attracted an increasingly varied residential and commercial mix.
Arlington has a number of prominent villages such as Rosslyn and Crystal City on the metro. Other Arlington villages like Shirlington are popular because of the walkable urban plan of the area. Don’t let the terms “county” and “village” fool you.
Arlington is an urban enclave of high-rises, metros, commerce and activity. Here’s a quick list of a few of the neighborhoods in Arlington County VA that we serve:
Kingstowne Kids Kick-off
Kingstowne
Kingstowne 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 Saturday mornings at the Snyder Center field. This is a wholesome way to stay fit and develop your child’s soccer skills through a fundamental session that covers all areas of play!
The season is right around the corner, so make plans to attend the first session starting March 27th. Arrival times are staggered for age-groups:
- 9:15 A.M. for ages 3-6
- 10 A.M. for ages 7–10.
Please note there must be a minimum of four participants in each group in order for them to run. There is a fee for the program. Kingstowne residents pay $89 and non-residents pay $99. If you prefer you can opt to pay by the session for $20. If you’re interested, please fill out a registration form at either Kingstowne fitness center.
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Facilities Pass at Kingstowne
The Kingstowne Residential Owners Corporation is located at 6090 Kingstowne Village Parkway, Kingstowne, VA 22315. You can call them at 703-922-9477 or reach them by fax at 703-922-2713. The office is open 9-5:30 weekdays and until 8 P.M. every Wednesday.
The snow is still melting, but it’s not to early to think about your seasonal pool and facilities passes. You need a valid facilities pass to use the fitness centers and the pools (in season). All residents age one and over must have a facilities pass, and those who are age 12 and over must have their photo taken.
The first facilities pass and first replacement pass are free. After that, there may be a $5 charge.
What to Bring
New residents
- Photo ID plus either the HUD1 settlement papers or current lease papers.
Current residents
- Photo ID containing your Kingstowne address;
- if applicable please bring a renewed lease.
If your name is not on your residence’s paperwork, you will need written permission from a person whose name is on the papers, or that person can accompany you to the business office in order to get your pass.
FRESHFARM Markets comes to Crystal City in May 2010
Crystal 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 selling fresh produce, baked goods, artisanal cheeses, fresh-cut flowers and more to the heart of Crystal City.
“We’re thrilled to bring back the farmers’ market to the Crystal Farms program,” said Angela Fox, President and CEO of Crystal City BID. “And, we’re even more excited to have an organization with the depth and experience of FRESHFARM Markets, which currently operates the top farmers’ markets in the region, running this program for us.”
The Crystal City FRESHFARM Market will setup shop on the sidewalk of Crystal Drive between 18th and 20th Street every Tuesday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. starting May 18th and running through October 26th.
The farmers’ market enables area employees and residents to purchase locally produced fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, specialty foods, and artisan goods. Bringing local farmers and consumers together, Crystal Farms helps ensure the employment of sustainable growing practices and reduces fossil fuel consumption by offering locally grown goods that have a much shorter travel distance.
The Crystal City Green Scene program also includes the community Power Purge and Shred on April 21st and 5k Fridays every Friday in April. Crystal City is green year-round, however, with its “low-to-no waste” policy at all events. Events use eco-friendly products (plates, forks, cups, etc.), compost bins, and active recycling.
Courtesy of Crystal City BID — The Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) is a public-private partnership established in April 2006 to promote the vibrant Crystal City business, retail, restaurant and residential community. The BID is committed to showcasing the area as a world-class destination for visitors, employees and residents. Crystal City is ACTIVE, ARTFUL, ACCESSIBLE, and GREEN.
Idylwood Towers condominiums for sale
The Idylwood Towers Condominiums include two high-rise buildings with a sum total of 484 residential condo units and include 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom floor plans. The Idylwood Towers are located at 2300 and 2311 Pimmit Drive in Falls Church, Virginia, and are accessible by Metro via the Orange Line to the East Falls Church Metro Station.
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$230,000 : 2300 Pimmit Dr #719, Falls Church2 beds, 2 full baths
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$179,900 : 2300 Pimmit Dr #111, Falls Church1 bed, 1 full bath
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$240,000 : 2311 Pimmit Dr #808, Falls Church2 beds, 2 full baths
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Call to Action from the Friends of Huntley Meadow Park
As 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 the Park Authority to prepare a budget proposal for FY11 with a 15% additional cut to the current budget! These proposed cuts will be submitted and reviewed by Mr. Griffin and the FC Board of Supervisors in November and December. If the full 15% cut is adopted, then RMD will lose (abolish) 10-13 positions, at least half of these will be at the sites, which will mean reduced hours at parks, staff working at more than one park, and RMD projects abolished and/or reduced.
The Park Authority and the Public Libraries are the only two agencies in Fairfax County that are being asked for a proposed 15% cut. All other agencies are being asked for an average of 3%. Apparently, Mr. Griffin believes that Parks and Libraries are discretionary. The current budgets of these two agencies comprise less than 2% of the total county budget.
It is crucial that you contact Mr. Griffin, the County Board of Supervisors, and the Park Authority Board and let them know that these kind of cuts are not what the County Taxpayers want. We need to impress upon them that they need to support ways to increase revenue. Suggestions such as increasing the property tax rate, reinstating the FC vehicle sticker fee, and allowing parks to charge parking fees should all be considered.
The Friends groups at the RMD sites are doing what they can to fill in some of the gaps left from cuts. They are raising money to hire interns, to provide funds for seasonal salaries, and to support programs and resource management projects. An additional 15% cut will have a noticeable impact on services at the parks.
The Park Authority and RMD have worked hard over the past 2-3 years to increase their revenue. Currently about 60% of their budget is revenue supported and 40% tax supported. The Resource Management Division is tasked with a major part of the Park Authority Mission, which includes the purchase and management of open space and cultural sites within Fairfax County for the use and educational benefit of it’s citizens. These natural and cultural sites are of great value to the education of our residents and require support from the taxpayers, just as schools do.
Please take the time to contact the Board of Supervisors, Park Authority Board members, and Anthony Griffin, the County Executive. Contact info is below. If you have any media contacts and/or would like to write a letter to local newspapers, do it! We need to get the word out as quickly as possible! If you know any young people who want to get involved and write letters and emails, please encourage them! I think this would be a great community service!
This is our chance to make a difference – Take it!
Thank you!
Kathi McNeil,
President, FOHMP
Friends of Huntley Meadows Park
Friends 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 of the FHMP are:
- President: Kathi McNeil
- Vice President: Sarah Stromayer
- Secretary: Glen Curtis
- Treasurer: Sally Cureton
- Newsletter Editor: Marianne Mooney
To become a member or learn more check out their site.
Hayfield — proximity to Fort Belvoir
Between Newington and Franconia is the “metropolis” of Hayfield. Downtown Hayfield consists of a single strip mall, Hayfield Plaza Shopping Center. The neighborhood of Hayfield is in a quiet eddy where there is not much in the way of traffic or noise. The southern side of Hayfield is nearly completely surrounded by Huntley Meadow Park which only adds to the quiet, suburban feel of Hayfield. A US Coast Guard station at the center of the community, but the trees and parks of the station feel more like a park than a base.
Hayfield is close to Hilltop Driving Range and Golf Course. The shops of Kingstowne Towne Center is nearby for much of your shopping needs. Hayfield is also very close to several gates of Fort Belvoir. Commuters who live in Hayfield but work in the city, most often make their way to town down Telegraph Road or Beulah Street in Franconia.
Hayfield Elementary and Hayfield Secondary are both located near “downtown Hayfield”. Telegraph KinderCare is nearby and a little further away towards Kingstowne is La Petite, another childcare center.
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$430,000 : 5700 Ashfield Rd, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full baths
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$500,000 : 7509 Berwick Ct, Alexandria5 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$459,900 : 7406 Salford Ct, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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$424,500 : 5513 Helmsdale Ln, Alexandria4 beds, 2 full baths
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