From April through October, bring your pooch for the Doggie Happy Hour at Hotel Monaco in Alexandria:. Every Tuesday and Thursday, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., bring your doggie pal and have them enjoy complimentary doggie treats and fresh water. There will be refreshments available from Jackson 20 for you, as well. [...]

Yesterday I attended the Friday night “Speakeasy Party” event at the Antiques in Alexandria  show.  I had to share two pieces of furniture that I thought were wonderful. 
The first piece is a Baltimore Card Table, Maryland, c. 1795, described “A fine rare late 18th century Baltimore paint decorated card table.  The top has serpentine front [...]

 
 
 
Many of my readers may know that I live in Alexandria, VA. I love living here. To me, Old Town is what Georgetown used to be decades ago. There are some of the national chains you see in Georgetown, but Old Town Alexandria still has so many charming boutiques and restaurants. I think it’s important for us all [...]