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Editor’s Pick
This coffee has phenomenal natural light, something I always look for at a cafe. | Photo by NOVAtoday
Editor Ava here, I’m happy to report I might have found my new favorite coffee shop in NOVA. If you’re ever in National Landing, you have to check out Daydrift Books & Cafe. With great coffee, tasty food, and a well-curated book selection, it’s the perfect place to work remotely or curl up with a good read.
I opted for the breakfast burrito made with chicken-apple sausage, scrambled egg, potato, roasted red pepper, cheddar, and tomatillo cream. Andseriously, I think this is the best latte I’ve had in the area.
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❤️ We want to hear your NOVA love story
We are still looking for more responses about your love stories from around Northern Virginia. You can be as brief or descriptive as you want to be — don’t be shy.
The long-awaited Grocery Outlet Bargain Market is opening in Falls Church on Thursday, Feb. 12 at 7 a.m., bringing specialty deals. The first 100 customers will receive gift cards, and shoppers can enter to win $1,000 in free groceries during the first month. (ARLnow)
Golden Rum Barrel-Aged Colossal Anniversary Ale. Try saying that three times fast. Port City Brewing in Alexandria marks 15 years with a two-day release party. The beer debuts Friday, Feb. 6, followed by food specials, live music, and a photobooth on Saturday, Feb. 7. (ALXnow)
Real Estate
Fairfax County is requesting feedback on potential changes to the regulations on accessory living units. These are secondary living spaces inside or outside of single-family homes. You have until Saturday, Feb. 28 to respond to the survey. (FFXnow)
Development
Plans to turn two vacant sites in Fairfax County into affordable housing will move forward. The Dulles Green project will consist of two seven-story buildings. The Columbia Pike project would bring a seven-story building called “Columbia Crossroads” and would focus on family-specific housing. (FFXnow)
Plan Ahead
Alexandria will offer a variety of events throughout Black History Month. Take a look at the roundup. I’m intrigued by the Black History Poetry Slam & Open Mic on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Charles Houston Recreation Center. (ALXnow)
Ranked
Eater DC recently released its list of 16 Best Coffee Shops Around DC, and four from NOVA made the list. Simona Cafe, La Coop Coffee Company, and Commonwealth Joe Coffee Roasters in Arlington, along with Swing’s Coffee in Alexandria, were on the roundup. See what other cafes were listed. (Eater DC)
Read
Alexandria author Southerlyn Marino released a book of stories she read to Charles Barrett Elementary students during the Covid-19 pandemic. “Seven Days of Sophie” follows a week in the life of a French bulldog. (ALXnow)
Feel Good
The Smithsonian National Zoo welcomed a new Asian elephant calf at 1:15 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 2. Her name has not yet been decided. Vote for one of the four options by donating here. (InsideNOVA)
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Wellness
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Stay safe when running outside. | Photo via NOVAtoday
Anyone else braving the cold on a run? I’ve been dodging and weaving around NOVA to avoid the ice patches and snow piles. If you aren’t interested in stepping outside, try these unconventional workout classes to stay inside and have some fun movement.
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