ARLINGTON, VA – A local credit union is receiving national recognition for offering some of the highest certificate rates in the country. Lafayette Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Rockville and serving the greater Washington, D.C. region, has been named by financial outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investopedia, DepositAccounts, and GoBankingRates for its top-ranked share certificate products.

According to these sources, Lafayette Federal currently holds the #1 national ranking for its 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-year certificate terms. The institution is offering fixed annual percentage yields (APYs) up to 4.28%, with a minimum deposit requirement of $500.


You bought art, pottery candles, knick knacks — but you don’t know how to display them for maximum visibility and effect?!

Join Akilah Beavers of My Favorite Fixer and Sally Lee of New Habitude for a hands-on workshop on how to mount and utilize functional and decorative floating shelves, plus get tips on organizing and decorating, too!


Monarch Montessori School located at 218 East Monroe Avenue, invites you to its Spring Open House on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

We have a few openings in our toddler, primary and infant programs at our Alexandria campus. If you’re looking for quality, nurturing Montessori childcare at affordable rates, this is the place to be!


Life can feel overwhelming—and when anxiety or depression takes hold, even the smallest tasks can feel impossible. At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we’re here to help you find clarity, calm, and confidence again.

Whether you’re battling racing thoughts, low energy, constant worry, or a sense of hopelessness, you don’t have to go through it alone. Our compassionate therapists provide personalized support to help you manage symptoms, build resilience, and rediscover peace of mind.


According to the Alzheimer’s Association, two-thirds of Americans have at least one major risk factor for dementia. Yet only 16% of older adults receive routine cognitive assessments during their checkups — leaving many without the chance to detect early signs of cognitive change or engage in meaningful conversations with a healthcare provider about brain health.

Sunday Health, a modern cognitive care practice with a newly opened office in Vienna, VA, is working to change that. We’re redefining how Americans approach cognitive decline, shifting from a reactive to a proactive model, with a focus on prevention, early intervention, and ongoing care.


Inspired by local physicians who were among the nation’s first to adopt the concierge medicine model, Northern Virginia is now a hub for its surging popularity. These leading concierge physicians are redefining the patient experience with same-day appointments, unhurried visits, and deeply personalized care:

When Priya Mathur, MD, left a large medical group to join NOVAMED Associates, she noticed the difference immediately. “Now I can fully listen to patients who often don’t feel heard by busy doctors,” she says, “and delve into lifestyle habits that may be at the root of a patient’s sickness. Having the time to know each patient as a person is the true gift of concierge medicine.”


Virginia Hurricanes Basketball is offering a Friday night youth basketball training program in January and February 2025 for girls and boys in grades K through 5.

AGENDA: Players will have a fun-filled experience working on individual basketball skills and learning the rules and concepts of the game. Sessions will consist of a 30 minute skills session followed by 30 minutes of control


La Madeleine is Back in Old Town – Come Celebrate Our Grand Reopening!

We’re thrilled to announce that La Madeleine is reopening in Old Town Alexandria with a fresh new look! Join us on Friday, March 21, 2025, as we welcome you back with the same authentic French flavors you love in a beautifully refreshed space.


Led by Marymount University Flag Football coaches and players, participants will be introduced to the same mechanics and drills used with our collegiate athletes. Our coaches will share their passion for the sport of flag football in a supportive atmosphere with students of all ages and ability levels.

The camp will offer separate boys and girls divisions. Girls will have the option of playing in the boys or girls division.


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