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These two businesses are hosting ribbon cuttings in Del Ray next month

By James Cullum
Del Ray Farmhouse Market and Garden at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray (via Facebook)

Got an extra-large pair of scissors handy? There are two ribbon cuttings for local businesses along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray next month.

On May 10 at 10:30 a.m., expect a crowd to formally cut the ribbon at the Dal Ray Farmhouse Market and Garden at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue. The business opened last month and is owned by Jay Portlance, who also owns Del Ray Hardware across the street.

“Because the Avenue will be hopping that morning with lots of activities, we have gotten permission for our mayor and elected officials to park in the lot behind the Post Office across the street from the celebration,” the Del Ray Business Association said in an email. “While there will be music and activities throughout the day, we know how busy your schedule is, so if you are only able to stop by briefly at 10:30 a.m. for the ribbon cutting, we would love to see you.”

The grand opening of Children’s House Montessori School — Del Ray (104 Hume Avenue) will be at 8:30 a.m. the following Saturday, May 17.

Children’s House Montessori School Rendering

According to DRBA:

Mayor Gaskins will cut the ribbon right at 8:30 a.m. so she and Council can get down to City Hall for their May public hearing.  The community will be invited to stay for the celebration from 8:15 – 10:30 a.m. to explore CHMS’s stunning, completely renovated campus and meet staff and current families. There will be children’s activities, refreshments, and tours, to commemorate this special occasion! To help the school be prepared, if you are able to attend on May 17th ,  please RSVP to https://CHMSgrandopening.eventbrite.com/?aff=drba

About the Author

  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.