Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

Community celebration shines spotlight on Annandale restaurants

“The Taste of Annandale,” a major community event showcasing local restaurants – and much more – is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., in downtown Annandale. This multicultural celebration, organized by Mason District residents and stakeholders, is designed to spotlight the Annandale business district, engage young people, and build community spirit though music, … Continued

Pizza party at Magill’s will benefit Child Development Center

The public is invited to enjoy pizza and karaoke at a fundraiser for the ACCA Child Development Center at Magill’s Pizza and Buffet restaurant on Feb. 27, 4-8 p.m. Magills is at 7201 Little River Turnpike, Annandale. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the Child Development Center, a full-day childcare and preschool … Continued

Local restaurants take part in annual Taste of Braddock reception

Students in the culinary program at Annandale High School. Local residents got a chance to try samples from 22 restaurants at the annual Taste of Braddock holiday celebration Dec. 10 hosted by Braddock Supervisor John Cook. Students in the culinary program at Annandale High School, under the leadership of chef Christine Gloninger, helped set up, … Continued

A spooky, fun time for Parklawn community

A large crowd, enthusiastic runners, creative Halloween costumes, a scavenger hunt for kids, friendly neighbors, hardworking volunteers, a long list of sponsors (including the Annandale Blog), and perfect fall weather all helped make the first annual Parklawn Spooky 5K/1K a huge success.   The event, organized by the Parklawn Civic Association, took place Oct. 25 … Continued

Public invited to Annandale Parade and Festival tomorrow

The Marching Atoms in the Annandale Parade a few years ago. The biggest community event in Annandale – the Annual Parade and Fall Festival, organized by the Annandale Chamber of Commerce – takes place tomorrow, Oct. 25. NOTE: Some local streets will be closed tomorrow morning, so plan alternate routes. The parade starts at 10 … Continued

Celebrate Halloween early at Parklawn Spooky 5K/1K Saturday

The race t-shirt. Everyone in the Annandale/Mason area is invited to get in the Halloween spirit and come out to the first annual Parklawn Spooky 5K/1K Saturday, Oct. 25, sponsored by the Parklawn Civic Association. The wearing of costumes by runners and spectators is encouraged. The organizers have already reached their goal of 100 runners, … Continued

Public invited to a community forum on Seven Corners Oct. 7

This quiet street is directly behind the Sears site, where a large apartment complex has been proposed. Concerned about the future of Seven Corners? The Mason District Council of Community Associations invites all residents to a Community Forum to discuss plans for significant mixed-use redevelopment of Seven Corners, including thousands of new apartments. The forum … Continued