Tag: Recreation
Work group clarifies vision for Korean community center
A working group made up of representatives from the Korean community, many of them with ties to Annandale, is making progress in formalizing their objectives for developing a Korean community center. William Hwang was selected as the coordinator of the Korean Community Center Work Group. Hwang is president and CEO of Young Won Trading Inc., … Continued
Bingo games support Annandale Volunteer Fire Department
“O-64, N-39, B-6.” Random numbers like those, echoing through the Annandale Fire Station on a recent evening, can add up to millions of dollars. Bingo games run by the station’s volunteer firefighters raised enough money to buy a couple of ambulances over the years, and much more, while giving players the chance to win big … Continued
New community center under construction at the Parliaments in Annandale
The Parliaments community center on Eastmoreland Road. Residents of the Parliaments are getting a new, much larger community room and fitness center as part of a renovation of the complex’ leasing and resident services offices. The rental community has 750 units in the heart of Annandale operated by Southern Management. Property Manager Karen Geier-Smith expects … Continued
Chakaboom Fitness offers Zumba classes at Annandale Fire Station
Zumba in Annandale There are more options for exercise in Annandale since Chakaboom Fitness started offering Zumba classes at the Annandale Fire Station in February. Zumba is an intense cardio workout with Latin-style dance moves. The Annandale classes are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 7-8 p.m., in the John Fox Jr. Memorial Hall at the back … Continued
Korean community center under discussion
A group of local Korean business and nonprofit leaders are discussing options for establishing a Korean community center. A location hasn’t been determined yet, although Annandale would be a good choice, as it’s the commercial center for the Korean community, and a center here could spur more redevelopment activity. On the other hand, it could … Continued
XSport Fitness responds to negative comments on Pro Maxx Fitness
Editor’s note: Representatives from both XSport Fitness and Pro Maxx Fitness have asked us to remove negative comments in reference to articles about the recent opening of Pro Maxx in Annandale. We’re not doing that but have agreed to publish a statement from Kelly Cartwright, director of customer service for XSport Fitness, a company with … Continued
Pro Maxx Fitness celebrates grand opening
Pro Maxx Fitness Manager Susan Hilaski is holding the big scissors, while Mason Supervisor Penny Gross cuts the ribbon with a regular pair of scissors. Pro Maxx Fitness had a grand opening celebration Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Mason Supervisor Penny Gross, Mason Police District Commander Gun Lee, and Gary Moore, deputy chief of … Continued
Registration under way for Mason District Little League
The 2012 MDLL 11-12-year-old all stars. Registration is underway for the Mason District Little League (MDLL) spring season. MDLL offers five levels of play for boys and girls ages 4 to 12, staring with tee ball. There are three ways to sign up: online; by mail (download the form from the website; or in person … Continued
FCPS considering options for Graham Road building
The Graham Road Community Building Fairfax County Public Schools is planning to hold a community information meeting in early 2013 on the Graham Road Community Building. A date hasn’t been set. At least a couple of things are already planned for the site: a new athletic field and a cell tower, which would be relocated … Continued
Pro Maxx brings fitness to Annandale
Pro MAXX Fitness, the gym in the Annandale Shopping Center on Columbia Pike, has opened just in time for those of us planning a more active, healthier lifestyle in 2013. If you used to work out at the old Maxx Fitness in that spot, you won’t recognize the new Maxx. It’s been totally redesigned with … Continued
Government, police, nonprofits featured at Mason District Open House
Pfc. Brian Buckholtz and MPO Tom Eggers of the Fairfax County Police Department’s bomb squad with bomb-sniffing dog, Marko. Visitors to the Mason District Open House Saturday got a chance to meet police dogs; learn about Fairfax County government programs; explore the SWAT truck; chat with Supervisor Penny Gross, Rep. Gerry Connolly, and Mason police … Continued
Skate event highlights need to develop park in central Annandale
D.C. Roller Girls try out the ramps in the Annandale Fire Station parking lot. Several skateboarders and community members came to a temporary “skate event” with portable ramps and ledges in Annandale Fire Station parking lot Saturday to show their support for the development of a skate plaza and park in a nearby vacant lot. … Continued
Parks bond provides funds for White Gardens, fields, and trails
The White Gardens: a hidden gem in Falls Church The $75 million park bond, on the Nov. 6 ballot, would fund several projects in the Annandale area, including improvements to the John C. and Margaret K. White Gardens and synthetic turf fields at Pine Ridge Park. The bond includes $63 million for the Fairfax County … Continued
Registration for Mason District Little League closes Aug. 15
The MDLL spring 2011 all-star team for 11-12 year-olds. Hey kids, get off the couch and get ready to play ball! The deadline for registering for the fall season of the Mason District Little League (MDLL) is Aug. 15. MDLL provides teeball and baseball opportunities for boys and girls ages 4-12 in Annandale, Alexandria, and … Continued
Be an ‘Olympic’ contender at Audrey Moore RECenter at Wakefield
Can’t get to the London Olympics but still want to do something sort of Olympics-related right here in Annandale? You can participate in one or more of the events in the “Audrey Moore Olympics” at the Audrey Moore RECenter at Wakefield Park. You won’t get a gold medal—or cereal endorsement—but if you complete all the … Continued