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Hunter’s Head Tavern

The sleepy Upperville streets must seem light-years away from her previous life in Silicon Valley. Yet Cisco Systems co-founder Sandy Lerner continues to innovate in her own special way… more

BLOGS

Rocketing Up the Food Chain

Careless spelling error? Or the prescient passing of the food criticism baton? You decide.more

Just a few more hours….

With today marking the last day of work before the holiday weekend, check out our 4th of July guide to fireworks, food and festivals and then let us know how you’ll be celebrating.more

Virginia Stuck in the Pudgy Middle of Latest Obesity Standings

According to a new obesity study, just over a quarter of adult Virginians qualify as obese–making us the 28th fattest state in the union.more

Spectacular Fourth of July Savings

Gearing up for all of the sizzling hot holiday retail specials? Before you whip out your cash and cards, take a look at our go-to shopping guide!more

One Oh-So-Pretty Trunk Show

If the holiday weekend is calling for you to purchase a new fun, flirty ensemble, perhaps there is no need to look further than Periwinkle. Why: four words, designs by Jennifer Reale.more

Your Ticket to Obtaining a Terrific Tan

If your job and weekend chores have been interfering with your plan for getting a tan, no worries. Obtaining an enviable (and totally safe) bronze glow may be easier and less costly than you think.more

Henry Thoreau, John Dillinger and one inspiring golf lover

Fourth of July week is upon us and there is a load of things to do, from meeting the brave D.J. Gregory to basking in the return of Captain America to watching Johnny Depp as America’s Most Wanted.more

Ready to get your weep on, peeps?

Those who love their drama will want to check out “My Sister’s Keeper,” the big-screen adaptation of the Jodi Picoult book. And for those who want to jettison their maturity for a bit, there’s “Eastbound & Down.”more

Sedaris brings the essay noise, ‘Berzerker’ brings the pain

Humorist David Sedaris talks essay goodness, Marcus Roberts jazzes it up, a trio of “Dark Reign” and Batman titles hit, and a “Heroes” star unveils his new comic book.more

GRILL WARREN

Grill Warren

Food Chat

Thursdays at 11 a.m.
Your chance to quiz food writer Warren Rojas about anything and everything to do with the ever-evolving Northern Virginia restaurant scene.

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Fitness Chat

Fitness Chat

Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m.
FitOne Personal Training Studio is a training boutique located in Old Town Alexandria.

HEALTH CHAT

Grill Warren

Health

Third Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m.
Tap experts in a diverse array of medical fields for information and advice. From cosmetic surgery to dentistry, area professionals can help you make important health decisions.

PET CHAT

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Pets

First Monday of each month at 11 a.m.
The number of pet-care professionals in NoVA proves that our fur families take as much priority as our human ones. Log in every month to chat up some of the most reputable pet experts in our region, on topics in grooming, training, health, nutrition and more.

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