Annandale Park desecrated with anti-Semitic graffiti
The kiosk at Americana Park. Americana Park in Annandale was desecrated by vandals at some point on April 8 who drew large swastikas and extremely offensive anti-Semitic slogans on the kiosk, pavement, signs, and Little River Turnpike overpass. They also smashed the glass on a kiosk with a rock. The photo published here—and others showing … Continued
Triple-A plans to open a retail center in Seven Corners
The long-vacant stand-alone building in the shopping center between Route 50 and Wilson Boulevard in Seven Corners that used be a Bennigan’s restaurant is getting a new occupant: An AAA Car Care, Insurance and Travel Center. AAA Mid-Atlantic (part of the membership organization formerly known as the American Automobile Association) is requesting a zoning special … Continued
Air bag thieves hit cars in the Annandale/Mason area
There were “a significant number” of air bag thefts from vehicles in the Mason District in the past week or so, said Capt. David Smith, commander of the Mason Police District, including at least one on Whispering Lane in Annandale and about eight in The Pinecrest community. There were also air bag thefts from multiple … Continued
Inflatable fun center for kids opens in Annandale
There’s a new indoor playtime and party place for kids in Annandale with large inflatable structures for bouncing and sliding. It’s called the Alexandria Coliseum, and it opened in March in the Kid’s Choice Sports Center, 4317 Ravensworth Road, Annandale, in the building that used to house the Annandale Sport & Health Club, which closed … Continued
Lincolnia United Methodist Church to celebrate 150th anniversary
Lincolnia United Methodist Church, at 6335 Little River Turnpike, is celebrating its 150th anniversary May 11. All members, former members, and their families and friends are invited to a special service at 10:30 a.m. followed by a light lunch and a celebration featuring highlights of the church’s history. The original name of the Lincolnia community … Continued
Fire on Jayhawk Street was accidental
An accidental fire in a townhouse at 7407 Jayhawk St., Annandale, April 12, was caused by “an electrical anomaly in the basement,” the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department reported April 14. When firefighters arrived at about 9:30 p.m., they encountered smoke coming from the vents in the rear of the middle, three-story townhouse. They … Continued
Green Festival at NOVA-Annandale on Earth Day
A previous Green Festival at NOVA. [Photo by Gary Robinette.] Learn about environmental issues, resource conservation, and sustainable living at the free Green Festival, April 22, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Annandale campus of Northern Virginia Community College. The keynote speaker is environmentalist and CNN Top 10 Hero of the Year for 2013 Chad Pregracke, … Continued
Health fair promotes smart nutrition
Nutrition tips from the Northern Virginia Healthy Kids Coalition. By Tammy of the MyFairfaxVille Blog The Kids in the Kitchen Health Fair at the Mosaic District in Merrifield April 12 was aimed at promoting healthy eating habits, raising awareness about nutrition, combating obesity, and encouraging children to participate in regular physical activity. Kids are urged … Continued
Volunteers clean up Annandale
Members of Boy Scout Troop 150 pick up litter along Little River Turnpike. If Annandale looks cleaner, it’s because more than 50 people showed up on a beautiful spring morning April 12 to take part in the annual Annandale Cleanup organized by Helen Winter, chair of the beautification committee for the Annandale Central Business District … Continued
Annandale Blog supports Mason District Little League
The Annandale Blog is again sponsoring a Mason District Little League team. This year, it’s the Giants, in the AAA Minors. The Giants usually practice at Parklawn Elementary School and play games at Mason District Park in Annandale.
TitleMax moving to Jerry’s Subs and Pizza building on Little River Turnpike
TitleMax is moving to the building at 7321 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, vacated by Jerry’s Subs and Pizza. The TitleMax outlet at 7409 Little River Turnpike, just a few doors away, is relocating to the new building because it’s bigger, more visible, and more accessible, said General Manager Tim Brown. He doesn’t know when the … Continued
Scene around A-Town: Springtime on Columbia Pike
Cherry trees line Columbia Pike in front of the Annandale Volunteer Fire Department.
Construction under way on Callaway development on Little River Turnpike
Construction has started on an infill development consisting of 29 single-family houses on Little River Turnpike in Annandale on the former site of the Campbell and Ferrara plant nursery. The Callaway development is being built by Stanley Martin Homes. Houses will be about 3,037 to 4,363 square feet and are expected to start at about … Continued
Library advocates urge supervisors to restore funding
Library advocates took part in an Invest in Fairfax rally before a budget hearing at the Fairfax County Government Center. Hundreds of Fairfax County residents are testifying at budget hearings before the Board of Supervisors this week. Many of them are urging the board to provide adequate funding for the public library system, public schools, … Continued
Neighbors offer a warm welcome home to a soldier on leave
“This is why we live in the best neighborhood ever—because we lined the streets on both sides with over 500 American flags to welcome home our Lt. Col. Kristian Pfeiffer USMC from Afghanistan,” says Julie Little, of the Old Forge community in Fairfax. Little’s neighbors, Paula and Dave McKinley, purchased 400 flags at Walmart and … Continued