Little Red Book
On the Northern Virginia dating scene
By Katie Greenan
The Numbers Speak
Friday, May 18th, 2012The metropolitan area has one of the highest rates of same-sex couples throughout the nation. And with President Obama voicing his support the other week for gay marriage, recent data findings from the 2010 Census point in the direction of equal rights for all couples. Here are some interesting findings:
An Interracial Jump
Thursday, May 10th, 2012Readers speak out on how to deal with the families in interracial relationships.
Interracial Dating
Monday, May 7th, 2012One reader gets advice from our panel on how to thwart stereotypes in an interracial relationship.
Dates in Your Backyard
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012Reston, Fairfax, Arlington, Sterling, Vienna, McLean, Manassas, Chantilly, Centreville, Ashburn. These Northern Virginia areas all include dating hot spots. Readers say whether it’s a rainy day or you’re outside getting your bronze on, you’re guaranteed a fun date out of the ordinary with the following recommendations.
On the Rebound
Monday, April 30th, 2012Between happy hours, wine tastings, coffee shops and sports pubs, Northern Virginia does not lack hot spots for dates. But let’s face it, sometimes you’re looking for a fresh and more playful activity.
Make It Happen for Yourself
Thursday, April 26th, 2012Change, while sometimes hard to adjust to, is a fact of life. Readers help one man deal with change.
Change
Monday, April 23rd, 2012Change affects us all whether it’s getting a new job, beginning or ending a relationship, or making a moving. You even experience change within the various stages of a relationship. But at what point do you decide to go with the flow, and when do you decide to call it quits?
Take the Plunge
Friday, April 20th, 2012Whether it is dancing the two-step, playing sports, or camping, you’re in the perfect season to try new activities with your partner and friends. Below, LRB reader, Zach, says he stepped out of his box last summer when his girlfriend pushed him to try something he feared. His trust in her was put the test. Did it pay off?
Taking the Back Seat
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012Last Friday I replaced my sandals for boots and headed to Nick’s in Alexandria with my beau for Couples’ Line Dance lessons.
Keeping Afloat
Thursday, April 12th, 2012Little Red Book readers talk about efficient ways to make more time for your family amid a hectic career.