A Recap of 2011, Alexandria’s GREENEST Year Yet!

Add green to your apartment's decor because Alexandria is happy to report its 10 most Environmental Achievements of 2011. The city has seen increases in recycling efforts and is glad to see even more city residents pitching in to make eco-friendly city events even more successful. Here is a rundown of some of Alexandria's 2011 Green achievements and decisions. Permanent Closure... [Read more...]
Join a Young Professionals Group in Alexandria

Regardless of your profession, networking can be beneficial to your career as it can help to open doors to new opportunities. Joining a local young professionals networking group such as the Alexandria Jaycees is a great way to meet new friends, build relationships to help you further your career, and get involved in your community through volunteer work. The... [Read more...]
Discover the History Around Downtown Alexandria

Alexandria, VA is a city that is full of patriotic history and memorable attractions. It's like getting a history lesson every time you walk the sidewalks downtown Alexandria, but it's never boring! From the towering gaze of the George Washington Masonic Memorial to the Alexandria Black History Museum, you're always surrounded by classic stories, informative... [Read more...]
Celebrate George Washington Day in Alexandria

February is not only a big month for football and Valentines, it's the month to celebrate George Washington's birthday in the area that he would have called home those 279 years ago. If Washington was alive today and you were his best friend, how would you want to celebrate with him? Since now you actually find yourself pondering the question, here are... [Read more...]
Celebrate Hula in the Coola Day in Alexandria
Don't you LOVE February? Big Games, big dates, top celebrity awards, and below freezing temperatures! I've always thought it funny that everyone wishes for snowy holidays in December, but by February everyone's dreaming of summer. We've still got a lot of winter left to go, so pull on your hula skirt and sip your pineapple drinks! That's right! With... [Read more...]
Warm Comforts Combat Winter Chill in Eaton Square

It looks like it's Alexandria, VA's turn to see this week's round of winter weather. Although some of the Eaton Square residents might be used to the snow and cold, new Eaton Square at Arlington Ridge dwellers might be looking at the falling white flakes with apprehension. Fear not, snow-bunnies of Eaton Square. You are in the best location for a seasonal... [Read more...]
First, living at Eaton Square at Arlington Ridge is a great pleasure. I love the amenities and features we get in our apartment. My neighbors are really nice and I enjoy living next to them. Second, Alexandria VA was named number 47 of the Top 100 places to live in America by Money Magazine of CNNMoney! Their reasons are for the strong government presence... [Read more...]

