Tag: shopping
Redevelopment for Tysons would make the area safer for walking
By James Moon Ever try to walk to Tysons Corner? Clark Tyler has, and he vividly remembers attempting to get to Tysons by foot from his nearby home. “It was the dumbest thing I ever did,” he says, describing his harrowing experience crossing roads in the Tysons area. Tyler, who chairs the Tysons Land … Continued
Annandale is more than a zip code: Dan McKinnon reflects on his vision for creating a “sense of place”
Annandale booster Dan McKinnon, chair of the Annandale Central Business District Planning Committee, has done more than just about anybody to promote positive change for Annandale. His goal: to transform Annandale, an unincorporated suburban community in Fairfax County, into a “hometown” with “a sense of place.” The revitalization efforts are focusing on the commercial center … Continued
Craft Gallery: Annandale’s hidden gem
The Craft Gallery of Artisans United at the Fred M. Packard Center in one of Annandale’s hidden gems. The tiny shop has jewelry, ceramics, woodcarvings, knitted items, fabric art, pottery, photography, and other high-quality crafts on display and available for purchase. Artisans United is a nonprofit organization that serves as a network for local artists … Continued
Bloom opens in Annandale Shopping Center
With a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross and local business leaders, the Bloom grocery store in the Annandale Shopping Center opened Tuesday afternoon. First-day shoppers were treated to performances by the Poe Middle School Jazz Band and students from the Hapmudo martial arts studio, as well as free samples. The new … Continued
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Sugarloaf Crafts Festival comes to Chantilly
If you’re looking for a fun weekend activity, check out the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly Jan. 29-31. More than 250 artisans will be selling pottery, sculpture, glass, fashion, furniture, art, and much more. The festival also features interactive demonstrations with master crafters, live music, children’s entertainment, and specialty gourmet … Continued
What happened to Annandale’s antique community?
About half a dozen years ago, Annandale had a thriving community of antique dealers, mostly centered around Little River Turnpike. At one point, the Annandale Chamber of Commerce even promoted Annandale as an antique center. Unfortunately, many antique dealers are no longer in business, and some of those that are left are barely hanging on. … Continued
New shops open in Annandale
Annandale has recently gained some new retail outlets with the opening of a two-story shopping center on Annandale Road between Little River Turnpike and Maple Place. Does anyone know what used to be in that spot? The Annandale blogger doesn’t remember. All but one of the stores are Korean, and none of the people working … Continued
Wakefield craft fair: A great place to shop
The annual craft fair this weekend at Wakefield is one of the best in the area. Why fight the crowds at a mall when you can browse among hundreds of venders offering, high-quality handmade items? I found a variety of one-of-a-kind gift ideas at reasonable prices. The craft fair is open Sunday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The … Continued
It may be the end for Hollywood Video in Annandale
It looks the Hollywood Video on Little River Turnpike in Annandale by the Braddock Road intersection is going to close soon. According to a salesperson, the store isn’t getting any new videos, and nearly everything is for sale. The video game section closed a while ago. I will miss Hollywood, even though I also subscribe … Continued
Consignment sale offers great deals on kids’ stuff
If you’re looking for ways to outfit your kids for less, don’t miss the Kids’ Stuff Consignment Sale on Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Annandale United Methodist Church on Columbia Pike at the Gallows Road intersection. A blog reader sent us the tip about the consignment sale, which is sponsored by … Continued
H Mart offers good value for groceries
One of the best reasons to “love where you live” for Broyhill Crest and Columbia Pines residents is the good selection of places to shop for groceries, reports Deb Craggs. Her current favorite for fish and fresh vegetables is the Korean-owned H Mart on Heritage Drive in Annandale. Although it’s a bit farther away, it’s … Continued
Take advantage of tax holiday
If you’re thinking about doing some back-to-school shopping, you should take advantage of Virginia’s summer tax holiday Aug. 7-9. During this three-day period, purchases of school supplies selling for $20 or less per item and certain types of clothing and footwear selling for $100 or less per item will be exempt from the state sales … Continued