September 3rd, 2008:
Alexandria Festival of the Arts
On September 13th -14th, join the fun at the 6th Annual Alexandria
Festival of the Arts! The festival is centered at the Hotel Monaco,
located at 480 King Street in Old Town. There is a parking garage
nearby, and the festival can be accessed via Metro and the King St. Trolley.
Artists from all over the country will proudly showcase their work
for attendees. Come on by to browse or possibly make a purchase. The
prices for the art pieces will vary by artist, size, quality, and medium. There will be the opportunity to share your ideas on the art work with the artists in an friendly environment.
A wide variety of art will be on display such as paintings, sculptures,
jewelry, photography, and ceramics. Artists were chosen by a panel of
judges based on the quality and originality of their work.
The Alexandria Festival of the Arts was voted as one of the top 100 art festivals by Sunshine Artist Magazine. There are no entrance fees at
the gate, and hours of the festival are Saturday 10am – 7pm, Sunday 10am
- 5pm.
Alexandria is a nice place to visit, but a great place to live. It’s close to job centers in the Pentagon, DC and Northern Virginia. The area has some of the most sought-after real estate in the world, but there are always bargains to be found. For help with your real estate needs in Alexandria, contact Will Nesbitt.
Fort Ward Park
Commander James S. Ward, well known as a scholar and an authority on tactics and gunnery, was the first Union naval officer mortally wounded after the outbreak of the Civil War. Ward was well known because, among other accomplishments, he was instrumental in establishing the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland.
Fort Ward is in the West End of Alexandria
At the outbreak of the Civil War, Union commanders understood that a Confederate blockade of the Potomac was a serious threat to the main supply line for Washington, D.C. As a result, a flotilla of seven Navy vessels under the command of James Ward were dispatched to protect the waterway for shipping. In the earliest days of the war, that flotilla was involved in an action to support the strategic redeployment of a small Federal force at Mathias Point. During this action a Confederate sniper shot Ward, and he died shortly thereafter.
One of these forts was named after Commander Ward, and today Fort Ward is the best preserved of this fort system. During the war, Fort Ward was the fifth largest fort defending the Capitol and thus deterred Confederate forces who never attacked its earthen walls. The Union Army abandoned the Fort in December 1865, and shortly thereafter any salvageable materials were sold at auction.
The land is now owned by the City of Alexandria. During the time of the war, the fort was a dusty (at times muddy) place, stripped of vegetation and armed with cannons. Today, it is a manicured oasis of greenery in the city of Alexandria.
On the grounds of old Fort Ward, Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site serves as a park, educational center and cultural remembrance for those who served here. The museum has exhibits on general Civil War topics as well as interpretive programs specific to Fort Ward and Alexandria during the Union occupation. Fort Ward can be entered at 4301 West Braddock in Alexandria, Virginia.
The Fort is located relatively close to Inova Alexandria Hospital and Episcopal High School. The surrounding area is a mixture of very high end housing, middle class housing and is located not far from Skyline and the condos near I-395. To search the surrounding area check out West End Alexandria.
Agency disclosure questions …
A couple of quick nuggets of trivia for those who are interested.
Pat is a licensed agent in the Commonwealth of Virginia who sells, rents and manages real estate for others for a fee. Pat contacts a homeowner named Al in an attempt to obtain a listing for Al’s property. When must agency disclosure be provided to the Al and his wife Jane?
Agency disclosures must be made when there are substantive discussions about a specific property. In this case, agency disclosures must be made at the time the Al and Jane agree to list the property because there will be substantive discussions when or if the seller agrees to list.
Tom is Pat’s broker. A prospective buyer named Omar enters Tom’s office. Omar is directed into the conference room. Tom sits down and discusses finances with Omar to financially qualifiy the buyer. Tom then hands Omar off to Pat. Omar and Pat begin to review the available property that is within Omar’s financial limitations and also meets the
wants and needs of the buyer.
When is the agency relationship disclosed?
When Omar expresses an interest in a particular piece of property, agency disclosure is required. This is correct because Virginia regulations state that disclosure is required before substantive discussions about a specific property.
Mason District Park and the Fall Festival at Mason District Park in Annandale
On Saturday, September 27 at Mason District Park between 10 am and 4 pm come and enjoy the Fall Festival! There will be live entertainment, crafts and more at the festival. The kids will enjoy the clowns and puppet shows. All ages will enjoy popular local bands. There will be many crafters and craft demonstrations at the festival.
There is no charge for admission but some rides may require tickets. If you’d like to sell your crafts you must register in advance by calling 703-256-7717. If the festival is rained out it will be rescheduled for the next day at September 28. For more information about the Fall Festival call 703-941-1730.
The Fall Festival is hosted at MASON DISTRICT PARK which is at 6621 Columbia Pike in Annandale. Mason District Park has a large natural area with a hiking trail. Mason District Park also has playing fields and tennis courts.
To reserve a court or playing field call 703-941-1730. A play ground and tot lot are provided for children. There is a refreshment stand at the park. Mason District Park has a highly rated doggie area.
In addition to the Fall Festival, Mason District hosts Arts in the Parks during the summer. Arts in the Parks is a free children’s entertainment series held Saturday mornings. Mason District Park is one of several Fairfax County
Parks that hosts Spotlight by Starlight, a series of free concerts and movies provided by local businesses and Fairfax County.
Mason District Park has a Farmer’s Market all summer long every Thursday from 8 am to noon. The Farmers Market lasts from May 1 through to November 6th.
Driving Directions: Take Beltway Exit 52B (Route 236) east for two miles. Turn left on John Marr Drive. Once on John Marr Drive, turn right on Columbia Pike. The entrance to Mason District Park is on the right just before Sleepy
Hollow Road.
Mason District is one of 9 magisterial districts in Fairfax County. It’s a great place to work, play and
live. To search property near Mason District Park contact Will Nesbitt or select from a link below.
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