Thursday, May 23, 2013
Duke is a fun-loving, young miniature pinscher mix who gets along well with everyone and is looking for his new family.
Hey guys, my name is Duke and I’m very pleased to meet you! I’m a charming and energetic one-and-a-half to two year old miniature pinscher mix with loads of personality. I’m the complete package: smart, social, affectionate, and playful, with a little mischief mixed in to keep things interesting. I only weigh about 12 pounds, but I’m no shrinking violet, and can run and play with the best of them. Sadly, my owners surrendered me to a shelter in Maryland, and said they just didn’t want me anymore. I don’t understand it, but I’m better off without those guys anyway. I was pretty scared in the shelter and realize how lucky I am to make it out alive. I’ve settled into home life now, and am so thankful for my second chance and the opportunity …
Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? If the weather holds and you’ve got propane or charcoal, chances are you’re grilling something with your friends and family. Here are Memorial Day recipes and ideas for keeping costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.
Here at Patch, we like to be thrifty, so we talked to two barbeque experts and uncovered some really good ideas to help you save money on your next outdoor party. 1. Start with a marinade. This means planning ahead -- say, Friday. But it’s worth it, says Rick Browne, host of Barbeque America on PBS, because you can pass up that well-marbled ribeye steak and buy a less tender and less expensive choice to grill like a flank steak or chuck steak. Just marinate it or brine for one or two days and then cook long and slow on the barbeque grill to break down tissues but maintain moisture. “You need to include an acid in the marinade --perhaps juice, vinegar or soy sauce -- but avoid cola, which is so acidic it can turn meat into a soggy mess…
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Regional law enforcement officers will be patrolling Interstates 66, 95, 395, 270 and the Dulles Toll Road.
HOV Violators should think twice before taking the restricted lanes in Virginia and Maryland on Thursday: May 23 is the Capitol Region HOV Awareness Day. Patrols by Maryland State Police, Virginia State Police, Arlington County Police, Fairfax County Police, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police and Prince William County Police will be targeting violators on area interstates. In Virginia patrols will target HOV violators on Interstates 66, 95, 395 and the Dulles Toll Road. In Maryland, the focus will be on Interstate 270. This is the 4th annual Capitol Region HOV Awareness Day. Last year the effort yielded 646 summonses and arrests between Virginia and Maryland.
See what's going on in Northern Virginia this weekend.
The long holiday weekend is upon us in Northern Virginia and it's time to start making plans for some fun. Patch has compiled a list of events that the whole family can enjoy. Have a great weekend! Do you have an upcoming event you'd like to post on Patch? Email jessie.biele@patch.com for info. ViVa!Vienna! Memorial Day Weekend Festival The ViVa!Vienna! Memorial Day weekend festival will take place in Vienna from Saturday through Monday. The festival is a major fundraiser for the local Rotary Club. Visitors can partake in games, visit food and merchandise vendors, listen to live music, and more. For more information, visit http://www.vivavienna.org/. Cranford UMC Annual Strawberry Social Strawberries galore! The Strawberry Social is …
Upgraded custom home with pool and spa and home theater located in Fairfax.
Looking for a move-in ready home with over $300,000 in upgrades conveniently located near the Army Navy Country Club? This 3555 Early Woodland Place home is located in Fairfax and is listed for $1,375,000. It has been on the market for less than a week. According to the listing, this "fabulous Halsted Model is in Pickett's Reserve". It offers an all brick and stone front porch, pool & spa, backs to woods and is "totally private". There are six bedrooms and six baths and 5,400 square feet of living space. To view a virtual tour, click here. Interested? This listing is by Long and Foster Real Estate. For more real estate, visit our House and Home section.
Rosie Clark's memories drive her to raise money to fight hunger.
About this sponsorship: In honor of the 60th anniversary of Sir Edmund Hillary’s historic ascent of Mount Everest, Patch and Grape-Nuts are teaming up to highlight those who inspire people around them to climb their own mountains. This story originally ran March 29. Local Zumba instructor Rosie Clark doesn't want any child to go hungry. She vividly remembers going hungry as a child growing up in Dale City, and on a recent Sunday, she held a Zumbathon to raise money to fight hunger in the greater DC area. "Nowadays, I hear families complain about going without name brands or eating out at fancy restuarants," Clark said. "When I was growing up right here in PWC, we went without hot water, electricity and food. I remember having nothing but…
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
You could win a family four-pack of tickets courtesy of Six Flags America.
Memorial Day is a day to remember the men and women who died while serving in the armed forces. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the United State following the Civil War and was made an official federal holiday in 1971. Many people commemorate Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials to pay tribute to those who served. At Patch, we encourage our readers to remember those serving our country this Memorial Day by sharing a memory of your favorite military service member or veteran. Enter Patch’s Memorial Day sweepstakes and you could win a Family Outing at Six Flags America in Mitchellville, MD, just 15 miles east of Washington D.C. The Family Outing is valued at $350 and includes: To enter, comment below with …
Utility problem redirecting traffic on busy roadway.
Update 3:50 p.m. Washington Gas is now on scene and crews hope to have the leaked gas line repaired within the hour, according to Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department spokesman Dan Schmidt. Fairfax County Fire and Rescue units received a call about a gas odor in the area of Ox Road and Clifton Road and arrived on scene around 1:50 p.m. "Units arrived on the scene and found a moderate-to-heavy smell of gas. Fairfax County police commenced shutting down surrounding roads. No one was injured from the leak," said Schmidt. -- Ox Road is closed in both directions Tuesday afternoon, as of 2:55 p.m., according to Fairfax County. The closure is due to a gas line break. An alert went out on the county emergency system that the roadway was …
Tuesday fire has been contained; cause unknown, officials say.
Fairfax City Fire Department officials are investigating a Tuesday fire that began at a single-story home on Boxford Court. Asst. Chief Andy Vita said units were called around 1:43 p.m. to a single-story house fire on the road, a cul de sac near Old Lee Highway. Firefighters saw a fire at the back of the house when they arrived, Vita said. Vita said there are no injuries and firefighters believe nobody was home at the time of the blaze. The fire conditions prevented crews from doing a complete search inside the home, Vita said, something they will do shortly as the fire is extinguished. The cause of the blaze is unknown; fire marshals are on scene investigating. Patch will update this story as more information becomes available.
This year's SkateFest benefits Children's National Medical Center.
Skaters, get your boards ready and start practicing your tricks. The annual SkateFest - Sk8 for a Cause skating competition will take place June 21 and 22 at Wakefield State Park in Annandale. This year marks the seventh year of the skating competition, which benefits the Children's National Medical Center. The preliminary rounds for the skate competition will be on June 21. All those who wish to participate in the skate competition must attend the preliminary rounds on June 21. Saturday will begin at noon with registration for Sk8 for a Cause. The Skate Competition on June 22 features five main events and skaters from four separate age groups will compete for 42 custom prize packs, valued at more than $20,000. Skaters from ages 5 to 50 …
Peter Quantock
10:41 am on Friday, May 24, 2013
Or instead of all of that...go to someone elses BBQ!! more ›