We hope you’re hungry for this slice from Duccini’s Pizza. | Photo via NOVAtoday
You don’t need to travel to New York for the perfect slice of pizza — we have that right here in Northern Virginia. These 10 local joints serve up some of the best individual slices in town. All we’ll say is, if there’s hot honey on the slice, count us in. Handover By The Slice | Alexandria, VA Slice price: $4.50
With a wide variety of slices available for just $4.50, this is the perfect spot to grab a pizza on King Street in Old Town Alexandria. Some options include cheese, veggie, barbecue chicken, and a daily special. You can also enjoy a rotating wine + beer selection to wash down that ‘za. Big Tony’s Pizzeria + Dive Bar | Arlington, VA Slice price: $4-$5
Located in the Clarendon neighborhood, you can get New York-style pizza by the slice for $5. I’ll be grabbing a slice of It’s A “Situation” with Yo Mama’s Chicken Cutlet, penne, vodka cream sauce with mozzarella cheese, and traditional pizza sauce.
Toto + Christopher Cross + Men At Work | 6:45 p.m. | Jiffy Lube Live, Bristow | $30+ | Experience the timeless sounds of Toto, Men at Work, and Christopher Cross, featuring classics like “Africa” and “Who Can It Be Now?”.
Thursday, Aug. 14
Founders Groove: Live Music at Founders Row | 6-8 p.m. | Founders Row, Falls Church | Free | Enjoy a high-energy evening of rock and blues with 49 Cent Dress at this groovy outdoor concert.
Friday, Aug. 15
Wines of Australia | 6-7 p.m. | Planet Wine, Alexandria | $46 | Talk about the history and production of wine in Australia while trying six different types.
Saturday, Aug. 16
Annual Dog Swim | 10 a.m.-1:45 p.m. | Memorial Pool, Alexandria | Free | Dogs under 25 pounds can enjoy a dip to celebrate the end of summer in Charles Houston Memorial Pool.
Sunday, Aug. 17
Rhea Lana’s of Falls Church Back To School Shopping Event | Sunday, Aug. 17-Thursday, Aug. 21 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Vienna Moose Lodge, Vienna | Free | This multi-day event offers a variety of discounts for their back-to-school sale.
A look at the new compost bin outside the Court House metro station. | Photo via NOVAtoday
Environment
Good news for Arlington residents. Ten new food disposal bins have been installed in Pentagon City, Colonial Village, on Columbia Pike, and at the Court House and Clarendon Metro stations. Learn how composting works in NOVA and how you can get started. (ARLnow)
Festival
Yearning to go to a Renaissance Festival, but didn’t snag tickets to Maryland’s larger-scale fair? Shipgarten is hosting its Summer Renaissance Festival this Saturday, Aug. 16, where you’ll be able to enjoy classic activities like axe throwing + jousting. (FFXnow)
Coming Soon
Charcuterie and wine, anyone?The Cheese Cartel, a new Falls Church shop at 922 W. Broad St., offers a rotating selection of meats, cheeses, wines, and bread. Join the cheese club, enjoy wine tastings, and take part in other flavorful activities. (ARLnow)
The Cathy Hudgins Community Center at Southgate will close starting Saturday, Aug. 16, for renovations to its HVAC system and flooring. The $1.2 million project will keep the center closed through 2025. Some programs have been relocated — see where they’ve moved. (FFXnow)
Development
A new project is in the works in Old Town Alexandria. More than 30 four-story townhouses have been proposed in the location of an old office building at 333 N. Fairfax St. This project will go to the Board of Architectural Review on Wednesday, Sept. 3. (ALXnow)
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You can still access classic favorites like Mega Millions and Scratchers at local retailers. | Photo via Virginia Lottery
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Oh, nothing — we’re just ooooooinnggg and ahhhhiinngggg over these stunning photos of the full moon over Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday, Aug. 9. Take a look and see for yourself.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
This past weekend, I finally crossed kayaking on the Potomac River off my summer bucket list. And let me tell you, it was delightful. Let us know where you like to kayak in NOVA.
Go for a paddle along the Potomac River. | Photo via NOVAtoday
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