local business: Gadsby's Tavern - Fine Dining Since 1770 - GW and TJ Enjoyed It
- 01/03/10 11:44 PM
Alexandria, VA was a major seaport beginning in the mid-18th century. A tavern, not yet named Gadsby's, was built about 1770 and the adjoining City Hotel (circa 1795) served the needs of this bustling New World city.Englishman Jon Gadsby leased the facilities in 1796 and operated them into the 19th century. The restaurant played host to notable American patriots including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, James Madison and James Monroe. The buildings fell in disrepair and were rescued by an Alexandria American Legion Post in the early part of the 20th century.Since then the City of Alexandria has maintained … (13 comments)
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local business: International Fashions, Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories, Knits Woodbridge VA
- 08/28/09 04:58 AM
From the moment you walk through the door of Jewel Stonz, 310 D Mill St, Occoquan you realize you are about to embark on a unique shopping experience unlike any other in Woodbridge or eastern Prince William County. Owner and designer Nathalie Omar has created a warm, but very professional atmosphere befitting her merchandise which includes.
International fashions made from hand woven Moroccan fabric Bali fashions that come in a wide array of vibrant prints and solids Handcrafted accessories including belts and scarfs from both Bali and Morocco Handcrafted jewelry designed and made by Nathalie as well as handmade jewelry … (11 comments)
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local business: Distinctive and Professional Woodbridge VA Auto Body Collision Repair Shop
- 08/19/09 05:48 AM
When you open the door at Professional Collision Centers, 14132 Jefferson Davis Highway Woodbridge VA 703-494-2464 you might be inclined to think you are in the lobby of a fine hotel instead of the lobby of an automobile collision and body repair center. There is no question it sets the tone for the quality of collision repair service your car is about to receive. As the following pictures show the body repair facility is equally well organized and maintained - it is unlike any body repair shop I have seen. The shop floor actually shines!!
The firm opened for … (3 comments)
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local business: Shop For New and Consignment Bridal Gowns At Unique Woodbridge VA Store
- 08/10/09 10:34 AM
From the moment you open the door of LaBella Bridal Gown Boutique 313 Mill St in Occoquan VA along the Occoquan River you sense you are about to embark on a bridal gown shopping experience that you thought only possible in your dreams. In my opinion, there is no bridal gown store in either Woodbridge or Prince William County that projects an image of warmth equal to LaBella Consignment Bridal Boutique.
The shop owner, Ellalyne Brayman, greets you with a friendly smile and an air of professionalism that can only come from her 17 years experience in the upscale … (11 comments)
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local business: Authentic, Fresh Cooked Mexican Food in Woodbridge VA.
- 08/07/09 09:22 AM
From the moment you enter the door at El Paso Mexican Restaurant on Smoketown Road at Golansky Blvd in Woodbridge VA you know you are about to experience the pleasure of Authentic Mexican Food since there are always a large number of Hispanics "in the house".
Of course, the decor is unbelievable. When my husband sees the mural of the Mexican girl on the right he immediately fancies himself in Rose's cantina in El Paso falling in love with Felina in Marty Robbins classic hit, "El Paso"
The Woodbridge El Paso Authentic Mexican Restaurant opened in 1999 and … (7 comments)
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local business: The Only "Famous American Barber Shop" In Woodbridge VA
- 08/04/09 05:40 AM
Opened in 1991 the Famous American Barber Shop in Woodbridge VA has become a local landmark. The exterior looks like any barber shop, but once inside you realize you have walked into a collection of American memorabilia not typically found in a barber shop.
Police officers and firefighters from all over the country have visited the Famous American Barber Shop and left their organization's patch to decorate the walls.
There are eight barber chairs and five of the eight barbers have been there about 15 years. My husband, for example, will sit and wait for "his" barber even if she … (9 comments)
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local business: Woodbridge VA Lawn Care Service Company Thrives
- 08/02/09 05:50 AM
The motto of this Woodbridge VA lawn care service company, "Quality Has No Fear Of Time" is the key to the ongoing success of Professional Lawn Services. It is the firm conviction of the owner, Hans Maximilian Kruschka, that the extra time spent providing quality lawn care service initially is the reason his rate of customer retention is high and that the bulk of new lawn care business is derived from customer referrals.
Professional Lawn Services uses top-of-the-line hydraulic lawn mowing equipment to minimize the possibility of damage to the client's lawn similar to that caused by belt driven machines.
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local business: Go Natural at The Natural Grocer Woodbridge VA
- 07/30/09 09:50 AM
J C Kim (Mr. Kim to his regular customers) has owned and operated The Natural Grocer for the past 18 years along with his wife and niece, all three of whom are experts in the field. This is impressive when you consider that there are more than 5,000 items available at The Natural Grocer. It is also the cleanest health food store I have ever seen and I've seen a lot of them.
Arthur and I have shopped there for years. In Arthur's case, The Natural Grocer has all of the unusual flours for his bread baking hobby that … (27 comments)
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local business: Are You Ready Prince William County? It Won't Be Long Before Snow Falls
- 12/09/08 11:02 AM
It won't be too many more weeks before the possibility of snow on the ground becomes reality. Now is the time to check your equipment
Snow shovels Snow blower Neighbor's kids who will shovel snow Winter snow can be both attractive and a chore. If you are fortunate enough to live in subdivisions such as Lake Ridge, Montclair, Brittany, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates and Dale City - snow on the tree branches are really very eye catching
It's the time of the year when
Kids and dogs love to run in the snow Snowball fights erupt Your goal is to build the best snowman in … (0 comments)
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local business: Where Do You Get Local News?
- 11/15/08 03:44 AM
Today was the day of the big annual LAKE RIDGE SANTA PARADE. However, the forecast was for rain and we weren't certain the parade would be held. After all, the CubScouts and Brownies would get soaked.
Larry Housden, owner of LARRY'S HAIR DESIGNERS is an active participant in the parade's organization as well as other COMMUNITY EVENTS. I've used their shop for many years, so I called and was told the parade was cancelled.
As I was having my morning coffee reading the local paper there was a box insert on the front page reminding everyone of the big Lake Ridge … (12 comments)
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local business: This Nursery Really Attracts Kids
- 10/02/08 12:51 PM
Lake Ridge Nursery and Garden Center makes a very special effort to attract kids. Very smart since Mom ans Dad or both have to bring them.
For years Susan and Donny Gray would install temporary greenhouses in the Spring and dismantle them after Christmas tree sales were over. All during that time they began acquiring equipment that can only be described as "PlayGround Plus". They set them up and took them down just as they did their temporary greenhouses. Several years ago they obtained zoning and planning approval to build a permanent retail center and four greenhouses.
We have two nursery … (2 comments)
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local business: A Bird Grocery Store In Lake Ridge VA
- 08/26/08 02:28 AM
When you live in a community with as many trees as Lake Ridge it is not surprising to find a store that specializes in seed and whatever else you might need to keep the birds happy. They also sell "critter food" since we also have tons of squirrels.
I've been a customer ever since the Wild Bird Center opened in the Festival at Lake Ridge shopping center. Unless you've been a long time Lake Ridge resident you may not be aware the shopping center was the site of the Woodbridge Airport.
My backyard is a bird haven - I feed the likes of cardinals, goldfinches, … (0 comments)
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local business: Gold's Gym Lake Ridge VA - Top Notch Exercise Facility!
- 08/25/08 02:35 PM
There are several excellent gymnasiums in the Woodbridge area, but Gold's Gym at the Festival in Lake Ridge is the most centrally located for Lake Ridge, Westridge and Old Bridge Estates residents.
Additionally. it opens at 4:30 AM and is a favorite with people commuting to the Pentagon and Washington,D.C. since there is a PRTC bus stop just a few feet away. By the time I arrive at 6:00 AM they have exercised, showered and are on their way out the door. Believe it or not, the next contingent to arrive almost as early as I do are teachers and administrators with the … (0 comments)
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local business: Go East Ladies, Go East
- 08/18/08 03:45 AM
Two of our favorite bakeries have always been "out west" - Grace's Pastries in Herndon and Moms Applie Pie Company in Sterling. Well, both of these "ladies" delicious baked goods can now be purchased in Prince William County.
The good news is that Grace's Pastries are now available at the Farmer's Market on Dale Boulevard in Dale City on Sunday mornings. The bad news is that the Farmer's Market is only open in Spring, Summer and early Fall. The rest of the year you can order online at Grace's Pastries She has received critical acclaim in The Washington Post and other … (4 comments)
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local business: Dixie Bones - On The Village Green at Belmont Bay
- 07/21/08 09:55 AM
Dixie Bones, the home of good Southern cooking and Barbeque is taking all that goodeness to the OCCOQUAN RIVER FESTIVAL.
They'll be at the Village Green in Belmont Bay from 11:30 AM until 3:30 PM on Sunday, July 27,2008. Their delicious barbeque and fixins' will be for sale. Additionally, while you are enjoying the goodies, you can listen to the musicians that will perform from 1:00 to 5:00 PM the same day. That has all the ingredients for a relaxing afternoon event - be prepared to enjoy yourself.
We locals know their food is prepared fresh on a daily basis. They make real pit barbeque using hickory … (4 comments)
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local business: These Old Bones Live On in Occoquan
- 07/20/08 10:16 PM
The House at 406 Mill Street in Occoquan was built in 1750 - it is the oldest residence in the historic town of Occoquan on the Occoquan River. At one time it was a residence for prominent local "personages". Residents relay stories of a gentle ghost who occasionally rearranges the furniture. Today, "The House is owned by a very proud sister-brother-wife team who have transformed it into "Tastefully Yours". Their belief is "Life is too short not to eat gourmet" Their product line includes chocolates, coffees, cheese, teas, jams, jellies, cookies, … (1 comments)
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local business: "Knock on Wood" in Woodbridge VA - a Unique Furniture Store
- 07/15/08 04:47 AM
With a 22,000 square showroom Knock on Wood is the largest "Wood Only" furniture retailer in the mid-Atlantic states. It is located at 14431 Jefferson Davis Highway, Woodbridge, VA 22191.
The firm employs 10 people and is open 7 days a week. Their telephone number is 703-491-6849.
There are several purchase options available.
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local business: Is There a Farmer's Market in Woodbridge VA?
- 07/13/08 08:40 AM
Yes there is - it is located in the Commuter Parking Lot at the corner of Dale Boulevard and Minnieville Road in Dale City. It is open Sunday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
In addition to fresh fruits, vegetables and baked goods there are vendors selling a variety of other foodstuffs such as honey, buffalo meat, sorbet, kettle corn, herbs plus flowers and plants and more.
If you are considering a move to, within or out of Northern Virginia you should consult a local expert who has
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local business: How Do You Know When You're in Prince William County VA?
- 07/12/08 02:28 AM
Interstate 95 is the main North/South route in the eastern US. Just south of the Nation's Capital you will see the sign shown here. That's it - you are in Prince William County, Virginia. Potomac Mills is one of the largest enclosed discount malls on the east coast.
The two most famous retail outlets at the mall are Saks 5th Avenue Off 5th and Nordstrom's Rack. All told there are over 200 retail stores, a food court and numerous other restaurants on the perimeter. See POTOMAC MILLS for a store directory.
AMC THEATRES has a 17 theatre facility located in Potomac Mills. It is … (0 comments)
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local business: THREE MAJOR CLUB STORES IN WOODBRIDGE VA
- 07/12/08 01:39 AM
It is not at all unusual for a medium size community to have one of the 3 major membership shopping clubs (BJ's, Costco and Sam's Club), but Woodbridge has all three of them. Interestingly, they are all within less than 10 minutes of each other.
BJ's is located at 14123 Noblewood Plaza, Woodbridge, VA 22193, COSTCO is located at 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, Woodbridge, VA 22192. Sam's Club is located at 14050 Worth Avenue, Woodbridge, VA 22192
There are times when you "have the hankering" to visit an old fashioned hardware store - it is time then to go to PITKIN'S
If you are … (0 comments)
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