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Shop, shop, shop!! Now that I have your attention, if shopping is your thing you must visit Tyson's Galleria. This upscale shopping experience will fulfill all your needs. With shops such as Ann Taylor, Coach, and Chanel you will find that perfect gift for someone or for yourself. After you "shop til you drop" you can enjoy a nice lunch or dinner at one of the diverse eating establishments located inside the mall.
Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant
The Galleria also offers an ATM, Restrooms, Safety Escorts, Gift Cards, Foreign Currency Exchange and much more. Sign up for "The Club" and get exclusive information, discounts, and promotions by e-mail or text.
The Galleria is located at 2001 International Drive, McLean, VA. 22102. For more information including hours and directions or participating stores and restaurants please contact Tyson's Galleria at 703-827-7730 or go to www.tysonsgalleria.com.
Barcroft Park
Barcroft Park is 65 acres of highly-maintained family oriented recreational facilities. Barcroft supports a variety of sports and family activities. Barcroft is the home for several baseball leagues as there are 5 baseball diamonds with bleachers here. Four of these fields are for youth; one is for one adults. There is a batting cage to support the baseball community.
Barcroft has a a lighted rectangular playing field for sports like soccer, football or rugby. This field has a synthetic surface, concession stand, restrooms, and goals. Other sports are also supported by:
a basketball court;
two new tennis courts (opened in 2007);
a volleyball court;
a handball court;
and horseshoe pit.
At this location, Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center has a gymnasium to support several indoor sports. The gymnasium has everything needed
for a boxer to train. This includes a boxing room with speed and punching bags, sparring ring, and floor exercise area. The gym can also host basketball, floor hockey, and indoor soccer. On-site, there are a variety of classes such as
aerobics,
boxing/kick boxing,
and gymnastics.
For the benefit of picnickers and visitors the park has three water fountains, a rental picnic shelter, picnic tables, charcoal grills. There is also a paved path throughout the park to walk, jog or bike. That path has a bridge, and stream.
Hours for the park are sunrise to half hour after sunset except on lighted facilities. The facilities are open Tuesday, Thursday and weekends.
4200 South Four Mile Run Drive
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 228-0700
Baseball field at Barcroft Park
Barcroft is a part of what makes Arlington such a great place to live.
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For more information or to set up an appointment call Stuart at (703)765-0300.
Random Harvest
Random Harvest is on the middle stretch of Old Town at King Street at 810 near Flying Fish, between Columbus and Alfred Streets. Their phone number is 703.548.8820. On the other side of the street is Austin Grill. Random Harvest has an eclectic mix of antique, vintage, and newly manufactured furniture in stock.While Random Harvest may appear to be a individually owned and operated boutique, it is in fact part of a larger chain of stores originating from the Upper West Side of New York City with a 25 year history. Additionally, there is a Random Harvest location in Arlington.In Alexandria, the hours of operation are Monday thru Saturday: 11am to 6pm and Sunday: 12 Noon to 6pm.
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Established in 1974 with a mission to reduce homelessness, increase community support and promote self sufficiency, the Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is operated by a multi-denominational board of directors and staff managing over 70 housing units. Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is located in the Mount Zephyr Business Center at 8305 Richmond…
The Fashion Center
The Fashion Center is a high class or more preferred as an elite shopping center offering a large variety of shopping stops. Located at Pentagon City, it is just a few minutes from the nation’s capital. The Pentagon City Mall is located on Metro's Blue and Yellow Lines; connected to the Pentagon City Station. The Fashion Center allows it’s shoppers to experience a dream come true in shopping.
There are more than 170 shop stops and restaurants, just to name a few:
Macy's
Nordstrom
Fashion Center at Pentagon City
Armani Exchange
Kenneth Cole
Victoria’s Secret
Panda’s Express
Starbucks
Au Bon Pain
A Pea in the Pod
McDonald’s
The Fashion Center also includes an ATM, covered parking, stroller rental, handicap access and an information booth.
Fashion Center at Pentagon City
110 South Hayes Street Arlington, VA
(703) 415-2400
Regular Mall Hours
Monday to Saturday 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
Mount Vernon RECenter
2017 Belle View Road
Alexandria, Virginia
Contact Number: 703 768 3224
The Mount Vernon RECenter offers its community with an array of activities with its well furnished facilities. It is situated at the intersection of Fort Hunt Road and Belle View Boulevard.
The RECenter is a great place to volunteer at
The Rec Center has year round ice skating and ice hockey.
Mount Vernon Rec Center is at the intersection of Fort Hunt Road and Belle View Boulevard
Mount Vernon Rec Center early March
The Mount Vernon RECenter has an ice skating rink
The Mt. Vernon Recenter has an ice rink
Mount Vernon RECenter is at the corner of Fort Hunt and Belle View Bvd.
Mount Vernon RECenter has ice skate rentals
Facilities at Mount Vernon RECenter:
25 Meter Heated Indoor Pool
Poolside Spa
Beach Area with Play Features
Locker Rooms
Showers
Saunas
Fitness Center Furnished with Cybex VR2 Equipment
Pro Shop
Dance Room
Multi-Purpose Room
200 Foot by 85 Foot Indoor Ice Arena.
The Mount Vernon RECenter facility schedule is from Monday to Thursday 6am to 9pm, Friday 6am to 7pm, Saturday 7am to 7pm and Sunday 8am to 6pm. The pool area is open at the same time for Monday to Thursday and Friday, except Saturday when it is open from 8am to 7pm and Sunday 9am to 6pm.
The County also offers the use of indoor pools at Lee District Rec Center and George Washington Rec Center. Fort a more updated list of swimming activities and other pool facilities, please visit the Alexandria Masters Swim Club.
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This image from July 5th, 1925 depicts Babe Ruth knocked unconscious at Griffith Stadium.
He ran into a wall.
Babe Ruth knocked unconscious by running into wall
Whether it's shopping at established national chains or perusing the local merchants, residents of the Duke are never more than a few blocks from their destination. Unique shops offer up an eclectic combination of necessities and niceties sure to satisfy residents on quick trips as well as those on leisurely strolls.
The endless variety and selection of parks, theaters and civic organizations truly offer something for every family makeup. With excellent public and private educational opportunities, children benefit from a unique close-knit community while part of a wider metropolitan system.
Whether it’s shopping at established national chains or perusing the local merchants, residents of the Duke are never more than a few blocks from their destination. Unique shops offer up an eclectic combination of necessities and niceties sure to satisfy residents on quick trips as well as those on leisurely strolls.
Entertainment
With a full compliment of restaurants and entertainment venues just around the corner, living in the Duke at Old Town means a night on the town is never far from home. Well-known by both locals and tourists as a hot spot for nightlife, Old Town at Alexandria provides a safe and accessible release from the high pressures of Capitol living.
The endless variety and selection of parks, theaters and civic organizations truly offer something for every family makeup. With excellent public and private educational opportunities, children benefit from a unique close-knit community while part of a wider metropolitan system.
