occoquan: Go East Ladies, Go East - 08/18/08 10:45 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
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occoquan: Occoquan VA - Before and After Photos - 08/16/08 01:02 PM
The lower of the 2 pictures above is an old aerial view of Occoquan that shows a boat dealership with moorings on the Occoquan River. That facility has been razed and replaced by a new residential building that can be seen in the upper picture. Those of us who have sold real
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occoquan: Come To The Occoquan Craft Show 9/27 and 9/28 - 07/27/08 08:41 PM
The Fall 2008 Occoquan Craft Show will be on September 27 to 28. Both Mill and Commerce Streets will be alive with arts and craft vendors as well as food vendors. Of course, the Occoquan shops and restaurants will be open as well.
The craft show draws large crowds
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occoquan: A Musical Weekend in Woodbridge and Occoquan July 26-27, 2008 - 07/25/08 03:13 PM
This is the time of year we look forward to outdoor activities and I believe the following two will be well attended.
Saturday July 26,2008 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Jazz lovers will be able to listen to the James River Ramblers, a US Army ensemble perform at the
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occoquan: Occoquan Craft Show - A Major Prince William County Event - 07/25/08 10:44 AM
Historic Occoquan has two craft shows each year (Spring and Fall). The next craft show will be held on September 27 and 28, 2008. Both Mill and Commerce Streets will be alive with arts and craft vendors as well as food vendors. Of course, the Occoquan shops and restaurants will be
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occoquan: Is There a Ferry From Fairfax to Belmont Bay? - 07/21/08 11:57 AM
This is a copy of a 17th century map of the Belmont Bay area of Prince William County where a ferry crossed from Belmont Bay to Colchester (Harbor View) in Fairfax County. Potomac Path was the first north-south route through Virginia. It started in Boston and terminated in Williamsburg. After
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occoquan: Is There Priority Seating At The Occoquan River Festival? - 07/21/08 10:32 AM
Yes and it's for the birds!! There are numerous pilings at marinas, parks, yacht clubs and moorings at homes along the Occoquan River. We are fortunate to live along the shoreline of both the Potomac and Occoquan Rivers. While they provide our drinking water and recreational opportunities they also contain wetlands and an
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occoquan: What's The Best Way to Get To And From Belmont Bay and Occoquan? - 07/21/08 10:31 AM
Actually, there are several best ways to get to and from Occoquan and Belmont Bay.
First is by riding the sleek trains of the VIRGIiNIA RAILWAY EXPRESS. Just click on the Woodbridge station link for a location map and schedules. There is a multi-level parking garage. The station sits at the entrance to
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occoquan: These Old Bones Live On in Occoquan - 07/21/08 05:16 AM
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
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occoquan: Ospreys at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge near Belmont Bay - 07/19/08 03:01 PM
This morning I was taking photos of the Occoquan and Belmont Bay areas and decided to drive into the Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge. I came upon an Osprey's nest (not that unusual along the shoreline of the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers), but this one was different. There
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occoquan: OCCOQUAN RIVER FESTIVAL JULY 27, 2008 - 07/07/08 08:34 AM
One of the highlights of this year for those of us who live along the Occoquan River is the upcoming Occoquan River Festival on July 27. The event commemorates the 400 year anniversary of John Smith's exploration of Chesapeake Bay and the watershed including the Occoquan River.
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occoquan: WE'VE GOT TWO CENTER STREETS - 11/26/07 02:29 PM
One of them is in Old Town Manassas and one of them is in Occoquan. Since they are both incorporated that doesn't confuse the county government. More importantly, they are both very historical places and their Center Streets are loaded with quaint shops and inviting restaurants. Typical of most "Old Towns" you can stroll
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occoquan: Occoquan, Prince William County Virginia 22125 September 2007 Real Estate Market Report - 10/18/07 02:15 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for OCCOQUAN. ZIP code 22125. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give
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occoquan: Y'all Come - Bald Eagles Do - 09/04/07 08:39 PM
As you may know, bald eagles reside in 49 of our 50 states - none have made it to Hawaii. Those in the Northeast migrate south to Virginia in the winter months while those in the Southeast migrate north to Virginia in the
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