Enforcing Distracted Driving Rules
‘Orange Cones, No Phones’ campaign recognizes law enforcement.
Local officials gathered at the Westpark Drive ramp over the Beltway Wednesday, April 25 to recognize police officers for their efforts combating distracted driving and to share some facts collected by their recent survey. The "Orange Cones, No Phones" initiative is a joint effort between Transurban-Fluor (the company building the 495 Express lanes) and AAA Mid-Atlantic.
Fashion, Fun, and Philanthropy
D.C. Chapter of Childhelp Wings holds fashion-show fundraiser.
On Sunday, April 15, the Washington D.C. Chapter of Childhelp Wings held its seventh annual Fashion Show at the Tysons Corner Bloomingdale’s.
Clouds Over Tysons
The hopes of glorious vision face reality of a post recession Northern Virginia.
Back when Clark Tyler was running meetings of the citizens group planning the redevelopment of Tysons Corner, the transformation of this traffic strangled cross roads seemed a glorious vision.
Madison High Places Third at State Scholastic Championships
On the weekend of March 17 and 18, the Madison Chess team played six rounds of outstanding chess at Tysons Corner and took home the 3rd place trophy. Individual trophy winners included Paul Psarakis for 15th place, John Nothaft –best under 1200 rated-player, and Ben Ostapovicz–best under 1000, Raphael Ordonez–Best Unrated.
Flint Hill Students Offer Support in ‘Relay For Life’ Event
Team comes in first place for fundraising efforts.
Thirty-one Flint Hill School (FHS) students, guided by Biology teacher Cyndi Hoffman and supported by four faculty members and an FHS parent, raised $7,745 as part of George Mason University’s overnight "Relay for Life" event on Saturday, April 21, in support of the American Cancer Society. Their efforts earned them first place in fundraising for the program.
Walk on the Hill Graced with Sun and Warmth
Community views home gardens, relaxes to music.
The weather was postcard-perfect for the 2012 Windover Heights Walk on the Hill … heavenly blue skies, a bit of contrail here and there to lend a modern art pattern to the sky. Neighbors strolled and chatted, the Green Hedges Jazz Band and the Vienna Community Band played on an expansive lawn, and Windover homeowners served refreshments. The Old Time Machine performed at the historic cabin on Walnut Lane.
Vienna Specialties on Display
Hundreds enjoyed the food of 30 food vendors before rain hit.
Vienna went on a global food odyssey on April 28 as the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department [VVFD] hosted its inaugural Taste of Vienna food festival on fire station grounds.
Colvin Run To Hold Fun Run
Colvin Run Elementary School will be holding its Sixth Annual Fun Run on Saturday, May 5, from 8:30 a.m. until 10 a.m. It is being billed as "a super event that provides exercise to participants and financial support to charitable organizations."
National Charity League Senior Recognition Reception
On Sunday, April 15 National Charity League, Inc.’s, Cherry Blossom Chapter, recognized nine graduating seniors. The dessert reception took place at Westwood Country Club in Vienna. The graduating seniors successfully completed their years in National Charity League, Inc.
Chamber Stars
Thirty-three students were honored from schools in the Tysons Corner and Vienna area who came to the ViennaTysons Regional Chamber of Commerce program flanked by family and friends.
50th Anniversary for Cuppett Center
In celebration of Founder Alzine Cuppett’s 50th Anniversary in business, ballet students from the Cuppett Performing Arts Center will perform a very special full-length ballet, "Golden Gala", on Saturday, May 5, at the beautiful Kenmore Middle School Theater on Carlin Springs Rd. in Arlington.
A Taste of Vienna Celebrated
April 28 food festival benefits Vienna Volunteer Fire Department.
You’d better hit the gym now if you want to prepare for the Vienna Volunteer Fire Department’s [VVFD] first annual Taste of Vienna food festival, scheduled on April 28.
History Revisited in Vienna
Freeman Store Historical Plaque unveiled.
More than 100 members of the Vienna-area community and a cast of local dignitaries took part in the program at Freeman Store on April 21 at which the plaque commemorating Freeman Store’s historical designation in the Commonwealth was unveiled.
Baby Boomers and Beyond Health Fair Debuts in Vienna
Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna and the Town of Vienna partner to host wellness exhibitions.
"Baby Boomers and Beyond" were introduced to the broad diversity of health and wellness services offered in the Vienna area at the health fair sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna [SCOV] and the Town of Vienna Department of Parks and Recreation. From health care navigation to dancing to Latin music, the four-hour exhibition on April 21 at the Vienna Community Center focused on the wellness needs of the area’s senior population.
Freeman Store Unveils Historic Designation
Church Street building recognized for role in Civil War.
Historic Vienna, Inc. volunteers, Town officials and other Fairfax County elected officials will gather at Freeman Store on April 21, 2 to 3 p.m., to unveil the plaque designating Freeman Store’s historic status. U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly, Virginia Senator Chap Petersen, Del. Mark Keam and Mayor M.