So you’ve made a New Year’s resolution to carve out time for self-care. Let the pros at Origins Thai Spa help you with that. The therapists specialize in Thai-style massage but are well-versed in all different approaches to help ease any aches and pains you may be bringing with you from 2021. If you opt…
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Jan
06
2022
Freshly made cashew milk blended with maple syrup, slices of banana, and fresh nutmeg, topped with granola and fresh berries. This is the Winter Bowl that South Block is serving up in honor of the season! Like everything else on the menu, it forgoes refined sugar in favor of healthy, mostly paleo ingredients. So if…
Jan
06
2022
The new year offers an opportunity to wipe the slate clean and start fresh with a newly calibrated outlook and freshly minted goals. And while many people use the changing year as a chance to improve upon their physical self, why stop there? Now is the perfect time to reevaluate your living space, as well,…
Dec
02
2021
One of Alexandria’s quirkiest and longest-running holiday traditions actually began as a bet. The year was 1986 and a group of bored friends were trying to find a way to spice up their holiday season. They came up with a dare. Whichever one of them drew the short straw would have to dress up as…
Dec
02
2021
The Little Theatre of Alexandria has reopened its doors to patrons for the 2021-2022 season with a few extra precautions in place to keep everyone safe. First of all, all guests are required to wear a mask at all times when inside of the venue, regardless of their vaccination status. Secondly, guests must present either…
Dec
02
2021
The holiday season is here! If you’re someone who started decorating in October, you might not really need to put any finishing touches on your decor. But if you’re just getting going now, these DIY ideas will elevate your holiday decorations in a fun and modern way. DIY Snow Globes [The Sweetest Occasion] Did you…
Nov
12
2021
Sweet and salty cookies flecked with crushed potato chips. Flaky croissants that ooze molten chocolate with every bite. Crumbly fruit scones smothered with vanilla glaze. Treats like these have quickly made a name for Mae’s Market and Cafe, despite the fact that the deli and bakery only opened its doors recently. Perhaps it’s because the sweets…
Nov
12
2021
When the Alexandria Turkey Trot made its debut in 1975, it attracted a mere 244 runners. Last year, it had more than 6,000 despite its virtual format. With the race switching back to in-person this year, the organizers expect an even better turnout as runners embrace the return to their annual Turkey Day traditions. Register now to…
Nov
12
2021
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and reflect on all the things that we have to be grateful for. It’s a joyous time, but for those who are hosting the biggest feast of the year, it can also be a stressful occasion—but it doesn’t have to be! If you’ll be hosting Thanksgiving…
Oct
04
2021
Immerse yourself in the intriguing ghostly past of our city at Alexandria’s Ghost and Graveyard Tour. You’ll be taken through the ghastly history of Alexandria as you stroll through colonial streets illuminated by candles and lanterns. It will truly be a tour like you have never experienced before! You will make your way through this…