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Dining | Recreation | Old Town Alexandria | Robinson Landing | Building Community
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EYA Homes
August 1st, 2018
Old Town Alexandria boasts a wide array of dining choices for local residents and visitors. In addition to offering enticing fare that includes steaks, seafood, pizza, Irish, Italian and Thai, many are marked by an individual history that tells the story of the Colonial-era city and its modern re-development along the Potomac River.
Grosvenor Heights | Westside at Shady Grove Metro | Montgomery Row | Chevy Chase Lake | The Brownstones at Chevy Chase Lake | EYA | D.C. Area
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EYA Homes
July 11th, 2018
If you're thinking about buying or selling a home in the D.C. metro area, you'll want to read this. A new report from The Stephen S. Fuller Institute examines demographic and economic data from the local market that impacts that decision. The Fuller Institute is the premier source for information and analysis of the Greater Washington region’s economy.
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Recreation | D.C. Area | Fourth of July
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EYA Homes
June 29th, 2018
Everyone knows that come July 4th, cities across the United States will be celebrating our nation’s independence with dazzling fireworks displays, but do you know the roots of this grand tradition?
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EYA Homes
June 28th, 2018
This year, with July 4th falling on a Wednesday, there are two full weekends as well as the holiday to enjoy or even host a celebration with family and friends.
Old Town Alexandria | Robinson Landing | archaeology
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EYA Homes
June 27th, 2018
Steady progress continues at Robinson Landing where a team of archaeologists has successfully dismantled and removed a mid-18th century ship for future study.
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EYA Homes
June 19th, 2018
Nearly everything in your home, including air-conditioners, thermostats, lights, and even your toaster, can now be remotely controlled on-the-go with a mobile device. But how exactly can you make your home “smart” and use these types of devices to your benefit?