Get Certified in Food Safety in Just One Day!

ORS Interactive

5-Hour, In-Person, Food Safety Exam Preparation Class (English and Spanish) and ServSafe Food® Protection Manager Certification Exam With ORS Interactive Registration, you receive: ● Intensive, in-person instruction by an experienced industry trainer ● ORS Study Guide ● Complimentary Light Lunch ● ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Exam (accredited nationally and internationally by ANSI) ● ServSafe® e-Certification for everyone who passes the ServSafe® Exam is available later the same day via the ServSafe website (send to yourself or anyone in an email or print as a PDF on any printer). ● FREE Northern Virginia Food Manager Photo ID Certificate / Card for everyone who passes the ServSafe® Exam ($40 savings) ● Discounted Retest Fee for ServSafe® Exam, if needed ($45, saves $64 off regular price of $109) ● Retake the 5-Hour Food Safety Exam Preparation Class at no charge, if needed ● Discounted Price for ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Book ($50, saves $20 off regular price of $70) ORS Interactive, Inc. 4206 Daniels Avenue American Legion Post 1976 Annandale, VA 22003 Telephone: (703) 533-7600 (voice or text messages) e-mail: info@orsinteractive.com web: www.orsinteractive.com PLEASE NOTE: Our new operating schedule— Monday, 9:30 am to 5 pm Tuesday, 9:30 am to 5 pm Wednesday, 9:30 am to 5 pm Second Saturday of the Month, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm Closed on all other Saturdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays (accessible only by phone and internet on these days unless otherwise noted).

Fairfax County

Washington Metropolitan Area

Annandale

Virginia

5-Hour, In-Person, Food Safety Exam Preparation Class (English and Spanish) and ServSafe Food® Protection Manager Certification Exam With ORS...

Green Hedges School, Where Every Child Is Known and Inspired

Green Hedges School

Green Hedges School is an independent Montessori Ages 2-5 and Preparatory Grades 1-8 school located in Vienna, Virginia. Rooted in a deep respect for each child’s individuality, Green Hedges offers a thoughtfully prepared learning environment where curiosity is nurtured, confidence is built, and no child slips through the cracks. With small class sizes and a close-knit community, students are truly known by their teachers and supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The school emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning that encourages independence, critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning. From creative arts and outdoor exploration to science, technology, and project-based academics, students are invited to wonder, explore, and grow. Green Hedges values strong partnerships with families and believes education is most powerful when school and home work closely together. Guided by a mission of respect, responsibility, and joyful discovery, Green Hedges prepares students not only for academic success, but for meaningful, engaged lives. Join us and watch your child Grow at Green Hedges School today!

Michelle Witte

Vienna

Green Hedges School is an independent Montessori Ages 2-5 and Preparatory Grades 1-8 school located in Vienna, Virginia. Rooted in a deep respect...

Conflict Resolution Support for Families and Organizations

Rogers Resolution Services

Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through my small business, Rogers Resolution Services, I offer mediation and conflict-resolution support tailored to your unique needs and help guide people through difficult conversations. I work primarily with co-parents, partners, relatives, roommates, and teams who need help talking through decisions, routines, boundaries, or recurring disagreements. I also support workplaces and community groups facing communication challenges or breakdowns. My role is neutral. I don’t give legal advice or take sides. I facilitate conversations, de-escalate tense situations, and help people reach practical and maintainable agreements they can feel comfortable with. Services include: • Family, community, and workplace mediation • Co-parenting communication planning • Conflict coaching (one-on-one support) • Group and organizational facilitation • Workplace and team communication support Please feel free to reach out if you or a neighbor need help with repairing communication, setting boundaries, and/or creating a healthier dynamic at home or at work. Thank you for reading, and I look forward to helping you!

Arlington County

Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn

Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through...

Invest Smarter In Your Health - Your Results Matter at Medi

Medi-Weightloss Alexandria

At Medi-Weightloss we specialize in Medication and Nutrition. Doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals provide safe, caring, and trusted weight loss guidance. Providers conduct a comprehensive medical evaluation that includes a thorough medical exam, bloodwork, EKG, and body composition analysis. Our GLP-1 program is tailored to your body, lifestyle, and goals. We provide what telemedicine can’t: face-to-face accountability, immediate clinical support, and body composition tracking with medical-grade technology. We’re with you every step of the way. Simple &amp; affordable pricing. We’ve made it easier than ever to start, and stay, on your weight loss journey. Our all-inclusive self-pay model gives you the tools, support, and medical expertise you need, without the guesswork or surprise costs. We also accept most major insurances. Medi-Weightloss® Alexandria provides the following weight loss services and programs: · Medically-supervised, clinically-proven weight loss program · Weight loss medication evaluation and management · Weight management for people with Type 2 Diabetes · Injectable nutrition therapy · Medically-supervised weight loss for youth ages 12-18 · Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) - Balance your hormones to reclaim your health. Trusted by Doctors. Loved by Patients. Doctor Recommended: 17,000+ Doctor Referrals. Physicians trust Medi-Weightloss providers to deliver expert, evidence-based care to their patients. Discover why doctors and patients alike recommend our comprehensive, physician-supervised program.

Alexandria city

Old Town Alexandria

At Medi-Weightloss we specialize in Medication and Nutrition. Doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals provide safe, caring, and trusted...

We Sell & Rent Mobility Equipment and Bath Safety Products.

EZ Mobility Company

The EZ Mobility Company sells, rents, and delivers trusted mobility equipment and bathroom safety products to support the comfort, dignity, safety, and independence of mobility challenged individuals. Serving Springfield, VA and the surrounding Northern Virginia areas. We're in the heart of Springfield, right behind the Shell Gas Station on Backlick Rd, across the street from the Outback Steakhouse! Come see our showroom! We Sell and Rent •	Manual Wheelchairs •	Power Wheelchairs •	Mobility Scooters •	Electric Hospital Beds •	Lift Recliner Chairs •	Walkers and Rollators •	Crutches and Canes •	Bathroom Safety Products About Us •	We service Individuals, Hospitals, Nursing Homes and More. •	We Service Springfield and surrounding areas •	We offer Weekend and Same-Day Delivery •	We offer a Rent-To-Own Option Address: 7011 Calamo St. #103. Springfield, VA. 22150 Phone: (703) 436-8883 Email: info@ezmobilityco.com Website: www.ezmobilityco.com Showroom Hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm Closed On Sundays and Holidays Online and Phone Hours: 10am - 7pm Daily

Patch AM Team

Springfield

The EZ Mobility Company sells, rents, and delivers trusted mobility equipment and bathroom safety products to support the comfort, dignity, safety,...

Discover a new way to find your wedding venue in NoVa!

Grapevine Vows

Word on the vine is… Grapevine Vows is the first of its kind—turning wedding venue shopping into a fun, guided vineyard tour. Join us for a day of wine tastings, stunning views, and stress-free venue visits across multiple wineries. Why juggle endless calls and scattered site tours when you can sip, stroll, and explore your dream venues all in one unforgettable day? 🍷 Perfect for engaged couples (bring your fiancé, your parents, or your wedding party!) 📍 Tours feature some of the region’s most beautiful wineries ✨ Save time, money, and stress—while actually enjoying the process Learn more and join the experience today. Tours on most weekends and fill up fast!

Clifton

Word on the vine is… Grapevine Vows is the first of its kind—turning wedding venue shopping into a fun, guided vineyard tour. Join us for a day of...

Hands-On Home Improvement Workshops - Fair Oaks Mall

TradeWorx Academy

TradeWorx Academy is Northern Virginia’s hands-on home improvement training center, located inside Fair Oaks Mall. We help homeowners, DIYers, and beginners build the skills and confidence to take on real projects—not just watch someone else do them online. Our workshops are taught by licensed contractors who know how to make home improvement approachable, practical, and fun. From tile work and drywall repair to backsplash installation, power tools, plumbing basics, and minor electrical, each class is designed to help you understand the process, use the right tools, ask better questions, and feel more capable in your own home. With small class sizes, every participant receives hands-on instruction, direct access to the instructor, and the opportunity to practice skills in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment. At TradeWorx Academy, our mission is simple: empower people with practical knowledge, help them save money on home projects, and give them the confidence that comes from learning how to do it the right way. Visit [www.TradeWorxAcademy.com](http://www.TradeWorxAcademy.com) to explore upcoming workshops, reserve your spot, and see why TradeWorx Academy is changing the way Northern Virginia learns DIY.

Fairfax city

Fairfax

TradeWorx Academy is Northern Virginia’s hands-on home improvement training center, located inside Fair Oaks Mall. We help homeowners, DIYers, and...

Mark your calendars and clear some space on your shelves! Thousands of used books, CDs and DVDs are on sale at the fall Friends of George Mason Library used book sale, including rare and unusual books, children's books, comic books, books in many languages, popular fiction, CDs and DVDs, and recorded books. Proceeds fund the Fairfax County Children's Summer Reading Program and other local and county library activities. This spring, the book sale is opening 2 hours earlier on Thursday! Hours:Thursday, April 23 ~ 3 to 9 pm Friday, April 24 ~ 10 am to 6 pm Saturday, April 25 ~ 10 am to 5 pm Sunday, April 26 ~ noon to 5 pmAddress: 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003 Inquiries: 703-813-6616Watch the George Mason Friends blog for upcoming previews of special items: http://www.georgemasonfriends.blogspot.com

Mark your calendars and clear some space on your shelves!

Thousands of used books, CDs and DVDs are on sale at the fall Friends of George Mason Library used book sale, including rare and unusual books, children’s books, comic books, books in many languages, popular fiction, CDs and DVDs, and recorded books. Proceeds fund the Fairfax County Children’s Summer Reading Program and other local and county library activities. This spring, the book sale is opening 2 hours earlier on Thursday! Hours:

Thursday, April 23 ~ 3 to 9 pm Friday, April 24 ~ 10 am to 6 pm Saturday, April 25 ~ 10 am to 5 pm Sunday, April 26 ~ noon to 5 pmAddress: 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003

Inquiries: 703-813-6616Watch the George Mason Friends blog for upcoming previews of special items: http://www.georgemasonfriends.blogspot.com

Announcement of dates for huge semi-annual book sale in April at George Mason Library.

Spring Book Sale at George Mason Library

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Ravensworth

North Springfield

West Falls Church

Kings Park

Mantua

Merrifield

Long Branch

Lake Barcroft

Lincolnia

Idylwood

Clyde's At Mark Center

☀️ Northern Virginia Healthcare &amp; Senior Living Professionals — You're Invited!
Looking for your next leadership opportunity? Join Sunrise Senior Living for our RelationSIPs Networking Event on Thursday, July 16, from 4:00–7:00 PM at Clyde's at Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.
We're hiring for: ✔️ Executive Directors ✔️ Director of Sales ✔️ Resident Care Directors (RN preferred) ✔️ Nurses (Both LPN &amp; RN) ✔️ Department Coordinators
Come meet our leadership team, enjoy light refreshments, network with fellow professionals, and learn about exciting career opportunities across our Northern Virginia communities. On-the-spot interviews will also be available!
If you're interested in attending, register using the QR code or the event page here:&nbsp;<a href="https://sunriseseniorliving.lpages.co/nova-relationsips-716/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sunriseseniorliving.lpages.co/nova-relationsips-716/</a>

Local Event: Sip Into Summer At Sunrise! - Networking Event

Alexandria

Sip Into Summer At Sunrise! - Networking Event

☀️ Northern Virginia Healthcare & Senior Living Professionals — You're Invited!
Looking for your next leadership opportunity?...

Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field Complex (250 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville). The festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m., inviting guests to gather with family and friends for an afternoon and evening of local wine, beer, food, live music, art, and more.
This year’s event will showcase 40 vendors, including wineries, breweries, food and snack vendors, and local exhibitors. Enjoy live music performances by the Rick Reaves Band, The Darby Brothers, and the Franklin Park Big Band. The “Arts in the Garden” section, hosted by the Purcellville Arts Council, will highlight local artists who will create works of art live on-site. Additional activities include face painting and a photo stand-in booth. 
Early bird ticket pricing is available through 5 p.m. on July 17: 
• Early bird admission (ages 17 and over): $5 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink tickets (6 oz wine or 12 oz beer): $8.50 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink ticket package: 4 tickets for $32 (+ tax) 
• Early bird bottle of wine purchase: $35 (+ tax), available from participating wineries (bottles must be consumed on-site)
A souvenir glass will be provided with the purchase of the first drink ticket. Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance. 
The popular VIP experience returns for $275 (+ tax) and includes admission for six, a reserved table for six, three bottles of local wine, six souvenir glasses, six drink tickets, early entry to the festival, special commemorative gifts, and a selection of sweets and savories for the table. 
Tickets and VIP tables are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>. Guests are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore local lodging and attractions. Check the Accommodations page of the festival website, as well as the Visit Loudoun website, for more information.
 The Purcellville Wine and Food Festival is hosted by Purcellville Parks and Recreation and Loudoun Brewing Company, with support from Visit Loudoun, Renewal by Andersen, Harris Teeter, Prince William Home Improvement, truHealthNow, Valley Energy, Loudoun Brewing Company, Bush Tabernacle, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. Sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>

Local Event: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field...

Washington Woodworkers Guild is hosting a 3 estate tool sale on Sunday, July 19th from 10:30am-2:00pm.Come by and get great deals on power tools, hand tools and accessories!Sales are cash only

Local Event: Tool Sale!  100's of power and hand tools

Tool Sale!  100's of power and hand tools

Washington Woodworkers Guild is hosting a 3 estate tool sale on Sunday, July 19th from 10:30am-2:00pm.Come by and get great...

NoVA Man Sentenced For Armed Drug Trafficking

An Annandale man received a prison sentence after investigators recovered drugs and multiple firearms.

NoVA Man Sentenced In Federal Drug, Firearm Case

Crime & Safety

🌱 Patch AM: What Mason District Supervisor...

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🌱 Patch AM: What Mason District Supervisor Jimenez’s reckless driving charge could mean

Community Corner

Fredericksburg city

Fredericksburg

House Passes Bill Making Daylight Saving Time...

Here's how Virginia's congressional delegation voted on making daylight savings time permanent.

House Passes Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent: How VA Reps Voted

Politics & Government

🌱 Patch AM: Annandale Farmers Market and 13...

And on the Annandale Patch calendar - Sip Into Summer At Sunrise! - Networking Event

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