- Yates Village is a residential community in Springfield, Virginia in Fairfax County.
- Yates Village consists of 140 single-family homes. Continue reading
Enjoy Authentic Afghan Food At Afghan Bistro In Springfield
Afghan Bistro is located at 8081 Alban Rd D, Springfield, VA. It serves boldly flavored Afghan cuisine, based on family recipes, served in warm, homey storefront surrounds. Recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation are offered in a very relaxed casual modern atmosphere at Afghan Bistro with a full bar, beer, and wine. Continue reading
Join VIMS For Virtual Marine Science Day 2020
The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) is offering online events on Saturday, May 30, for Marine Science Day 2020. It is a family-friendly, virtual event that will provide participants of all ages with the opportunity to interact with some of the leading scientists in the field of marine science as well as explore the areas of research conducted at VIMS. Continue reading
Fallen Were Honored In Springfield’s Daventry Neighborhood
For long, the Daventry neighborhood in West Springfield has continued its tradition of honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation in a Memorial Day service. This year was different due to social distancing rules. Local buglers interspersed through the neighborhood and played a cascading version of "Echo Taps" starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 25. Continue reading
An Intro To Greenwood Neighborhood In Springfield
The Greenwood neighborhood is situated off of Franconia Road in Springfield, VA. Greenwood borders the Kingstowne section of Alexandria and is just minutes from Springfield Town Center. It is composed of 447 townhomes. Greenwood is located minutes from 495, 395, 95, and Fairfax County Parkway. Access to VRE, Amtrak, and Greyhound is also easy. Continue reading
Parks To Be Opened In Fairfax County This Weekend
The officials announced on Tuesday that Fairfax County, Virginia, will begin to reopen its parks in time for Memorial Day weekend. The city said in a news release that on-site facilities and restrooms will be closed, and guests will be asked to maintain social distancing practices and avoid congregating in groups of more than 10 people. Continue reading
Enjoy A Delicious Pizza At & Pizza In Springfield
& Pizza is located at 6801 Springfield Mall, Springfield, and was opened in 2012. They have built a pizza shop with an edge to their craft pies and beverages. They have been named one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies" in 2018. Continue reading
Restrooms of the Fairfax City Parks To Be Kept Open By City Jobs Program
Where all businesses are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, locked restrooms, due to closures of libraries and other public places, have only made the matters worse. But this problem has been solved locally thanks to a partnership between Fairfax City and The Lamb Center. The Lamb Center is daytime, a drop-in shelter serving the homeless. Under the already-existing City Jobs program, some 20 homeless men and women from The Lamb Center are paid to do a variety of tasks for Fairfax City’s Parks and Recreation Department. Via this innovative initiative, these workers clean and beautify city parks and other outdoor spaces for the public’s enjoyment. Continue reading
Hot Meal Continued To Be Provided By FACETS In Fairfax County
FACETS works in Fairfax County to provide basic services for neighbors who suffer the effects of homelessness, poverty, and hunger. This has been made more challenging since COVID-19. FACETS Hot Meals Program continues to operate every night of the week, and twice on Sundays in partnership with the faith community, serving meals to those experiencing homelessness. The number of people they are serving has already doubled over the past month. Continue reading
Mom Celebrates Son’s Birthday Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Work, shopping and going out to eat being has been disrupted as stay-at-home and social distancing orders linger in the D.C. area. Everyday things, such as birthday parties, we take for granted can no longer happen right now. How do you celebrate a birthday when you can’t gather people because of coronavirus? You just have to be creative. Continue reading