Social Programs Adapt To Fulfill Immigrant Needs
Fellowship House, Interfaith help immigrants on their way to self-sufficiency.
A visitor to Hunter’s Woods Fellowship House in Hunter’s Woods Square in Reston could hear 21 different languages.
Alexandria & Mount Vernon Calendar: Nov. 29, 2012
E-mail announcements to gazette@connectionnewspapers.com. Photos and artwork are encouraged. Deadline is Thursday at noon.
Letter: Praise for Cub Pack 1504
I commend Cub Scout Pack 1504 for their compassion and dedication in conducting an annual food drive to serve our neighbors in need. Last year over one ton of food was collected from giving neighbors and given to UCM.
Mount Vernon Boys' Basketball Edges West Potomac
Majors beat Wolverines for first time since 2009.
The Mount Vernon boys' basketball team opened its 2012-13 season with a win over West Potomac.
Mount Vernon Girls’ Basketball Smothers West Po in Opener
Six Majors score in double figures.
The Mount Vernon girls' basketball team won its season opener against West Potomac.
Dancers To Perform in ‘Billy Elliot,’ ‘Nutcracker’
Dancers from Just Dance Studio in Alexandria will make their dance debut at Kennedy Center and Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore this month.
Poem: She Remembers the Splendor
Poem: She Remembers the Splendor
Signs of the Season
Volunteers gathered at Saint Aidan’s last week awaiting the arrival of Fraser fir trees from North Carolina.
Backstage at the Ballet
Final dress rehearsals are underway for this weekend’s performances of “The Nutcracker.”
Kiwanis Holds Annual Holiday Tree Sale
The trucks pulled into the parking lot at the Belle View Shopping center early Saturday morning, Nov. 24, laden with Fraser firs, wreaths and garlands.
Building a Savings Stockpile on Shoestring Budget
Money experts say it is possible to save, even on a limited income.
Even though Mary Beth Lanvin is employed full-time with a company that offers generous retirement benefits, she can’t afford to contribute to a 401(k).
Avoiding Holiday Debt
Plan now to prevent post-holiday bills.
Festive store displays mean the holiday shopping season is in full swing.
Tips for Year-End Charitable Giving
Financial experts offer suggestions for ensuring one’s donations are well spent.
’Tis the season for giving, and that includes donations to charities.
Brief: Helping Animals Find Homes for the Holidays?
Special adoption promotion to help animals find homes.
Brief: The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is offering a free spay or neuter for the first 100 cats, kittens, dogs or puppies adopted from the shelter through Dec. 31.
Brief: History Conference Focuses on Conflict and Courage
Local historians honored.
Brief: The eighth Annual Fairfax County History Conference was held on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center in the City of Fairfax.