What movie are you hoping to see soon? | Photo via Pexels
Nothing calls for getting comfy at a movie theater like frigid temperatures. With winter in full swing, check out these four local theaters in Northern Virginia — showing both new hits and classics you love.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema | Loudoun + Woodbridge
With two locations in the Northern Virginia area, you can see the newest releases you’ve been dying to check out. Or, if you’re like me, you can elect to catch a classic on the big screen. I would get tickets for “When Harry Met Sally…” on Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Angelika Film Center & Cafe | Fairfax
Located in the heart of the Mosaic District, this theater showcases both new and old films. They also offer a fun series called “Top Secret Cinema” for the true cinephiles — prior to the screening, the only information available is the runtime and the rating.
Set your thermostat to 68 degrees or switch to a smart thermostat for automatic savings.
Change furnace and HVAC filters regularly to keep air moving freely and prevent breakdowns. Plus, clear space around your vents and furnace so your system can breathe.
Seal air leaks around doors, windows, and attic entryways to keep warm air where it belongs.
Lower your water heater to 120-125 degrees and wrap the tank with an insulation blanket.
Switch to LED lights for festive, energy-efficient decorating that lasts longer.
And that’s not all. Looking for more ways to save? Take a look at Dominion Energy’s new energy savings finder.
Hoping to travel to Seoul, South Korea, sometime soon? Well, Dulles International Airport has good news for you. Tickets are officially on sale for nonstop flights to Incheon International Airport, which will begin departing April 24. Learn more about IAD here. (Washington Business Journal)
Number
Not one, but two, housing developments just received approval in Northern Virginia. The first one is a 743-unit expansion to RiverHouse in Arlington’s Pentagon City neighborhood. The other project is an affordable 640-unit multi-building in Old Town Alexandria. (ARLnow + ALXnow)
Travel
Going out this holiday season? SoberRide has you covered with $15 off Lyft rides. The code drops here on Friday, Dec. 19 at 9 p.m. and can be used every night through Jan. 1. Supplies are limited — set a reminder so you don’t miss it. Maybe we’ll see you at the Official Christmas Bar Crawl in Alexandria this Saturday.
Environment
Alexandria released its new Green Building Plan to further improve the standards for new developments in the area. See how this plan will impact you. The proposal will be presented to the Planning Commission on Tuesday, Jan. 6, and then to the City Council on Saturday, Jan. 24. (ALXnow)
Outside
The City of Arlington is seeking input for another week on the project to improve three parks: Maury Park, Herselle Milliken Park, and Gum Ball Park. You have until Sunday, Dec. 21 to share your feedback.
State
Dominion Energy’s Charitable Foundation awarded $3.5 million to nonprofit organizations throughout the United States, with about $2.3 million going to 208 nonprofits in Virginia, including The Capital Area Food Bank’s Community Marketplaces in NOVA. Want assistance for your non-profit? Applications are being accepted for the next round from Monday, Jan. 12 to Friday, Feb. 20.
Award
Want to see the best Christmas lights display in the nation? Head to 21260 Rosetta Pl. in Ashburn to see the house of the Horn family, who were just awarded $50,000 as part of a nationwide contest. (The Burn)
Development
New nature trail, restored rail line, or both? This pending decision sparked conversation last week when the Virginia Department of Transportation proposed a double-header development in the Shenandoah Valley: a new 50-mile trail + the restoration of the Manassas Gap rail line. How much would each cost? (Virginia Mercury)
Seasonal
Many Arlington residents submitted quippy names for the fleet of snowplows that clean up the area. Take a look at the selected names. My favorites are Chilly Nelson, Snowbrina Carpenter, and Kendrift Lamar — a very music-based trio. (ARLnow)
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The Buy
Add some fun and laughter to holiday gatherings with a few of our favorite card and board games. We love these five:
🎲 Put your drawing skills to the test in Telestrations — perfect for 4-8 players.
🎲 The award-winning game Flip 7 is self proclaimed “the greatest card game of all time.”
🎲 Shut the Box is an easy-to-play dice game for up to six players.
🎲 Perfect for parties, Ransom Notes will have your entire crew belly laughing.
🎲 Connect words with colors in an engaging game of Hues and Cues.
Many volunteers helped lay wreaths on all of the headstones at Arlington National Cemetery. | Photo by NOVAtoday
The other day, I ran past Arlington National Cemetery and saw the wreaths laid on veterans’ headstones in observance of National Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, Dec. 13. The wreaths will remain in place until Saturday, Jan. 10, when volunteers are invited to help remove them and once again honor those who have served our country.
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