Fairfax Woman & Alexandria Woman Magazines

21/03/2020

“When I’m trying to ignore my intuition about a toxic person or situation, when I’m not mitigating my stress, my physical health suffers.” Read more about the mind-body connection: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2019/08/the-wellness-cooperative-and-the-healing-powers-of-the-mind-body-connection/

The Wellness Cooperative and the Healing Powers of the Mind-Body Connection By Oda Solms - August 30, 2019 The Wellness Cooperative, situated on South Washington Street in Old Town Alexandria, was shaped by owner Jeanette Wages on the solid foundation of the former acupuncture center, Holistic Touch...

20/03/2020

Psychologist and family mediator, Virginia Colin writes, “I can say with confidence that what is best for one set of kids will not match what is best for another set of kids.” Read more: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2020/01/should-a-couple-stay-together-for-the-kids/

Should a Couple Stay Together for the Kids? By Virginia Colin - January 2, 2020 As a psychologist and a family mediator, I can say with confidence that what is best for one set of kids will not match what is best for another set of kids. Worse yet, what is best for one child may be different from wh...

19/03/2020

Welcome Spring!
Photo by Sergey Schmidt

18/03/2020

Ochoa Gonzalez has 6 Green Resolutions for the Mom Who Loves The Earth - “Use what you have, Borrow, Swap, Thrift, Make, Buy.” Learn more about these resolutions: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2019/01/6-green-resolutions-for-the-mom-who-loves-the-earth/

6 Green Resolutions for the Mom Who Loves The Earth By Daniela Ochoa Gonzalez - January 3, 2019 1. Use What You Have. Especially when it comes to toys, clothes and books. Recently, I started a new practice of keeping a list for my kids of all the toys, games and activities they have to select from.....

17/03/2020

Our covergirl, Alexandria artist Jennifer Allevato, believes art is meant to be shared with others. Just like herself, her work tends to have an inherent softness and warmth to it. We could all use an added dose of beauty and inspiration these days. Enjoy!

Inspiring a Quiet Moment By Oda Solms - March 11, 2020 Alexandria artist Jennifer Allevato believes art is meant to be shared with others. Just like her-self, her work tends to have an inherent soft-ness and warmth to it. With each brushstroke, Jennifer strives to create pieces that inspire a quiet....

17/03/2020

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Photo by Amy Reed

16/03/2020

Wednesday, March 18th is the third annual Fairfax City Women Business Owner’s Luncheon. Register for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fairfax-city-women-business-owners-luncheon-tickets-87624359819?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse

Join us for the third annual Fairfax City Women Business Owner’s Luncheon.

14/03/2020

Happy National Pi Day! Enjoy a slice of pie to celebrate pi!

13/03/2020

“Improving your dental health and preventing tooth decay can have a larger health impact than just a healthy mouth and brighter teeth.” - Dentistry NW - Dr. Karl Smith, DDS. Read more: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2020/01/let-2020-be-your-year-for-you/

Let 2020 Be Your Year for YOU By Karl Smith DDS - January 2, 2020 While we know eating right, tossing out the ci******es, and “sweating to the oldies” are all part of our typical New Year’s resolution to lead a healthier lifestyle, many of us are not aware of the overall health benefits of tak...

12/03/2020

If you are planning to enroll your child in music school to grow their talents, consider European Academy of Arts. Learn more in “Lifetime Gift of Music at The European Academy of Arts” by Edvinas Minkstimas: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2020/01/lifetime-gift-of-music-at-the-european-academy-of-arts/

Lifetime Gift of Music at The European Academy of Arts By Edvinas Minkstimas - January 2, 2020 The holidays often bring a time of reflection. We give thanks to the joys of the past year and embrace the excitement for the new adventures, achievements and thrills coming to us in 2020. During this marv...

11/03/2020

This Saturday, March 14th is the final Second Saturday Divorce Workshop session meeting from 9am-1pm. Learn more about this event here:
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10/03/2020

“From timeless up-dos to exquisite color, Natalya excels at anything hair.” Read more: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2020/01/timeless-beauty/

Timeless Beauty at Alya Salon in Vienna By Oda Solms - January 8, 2020 MEET NATALYA ANDERSON, owner of Alya Salon Stylist – Colorist – Wedding Specialist From timeless up-dos to exquisite color, Natalya excels at anything hair. Dedicating her time to creating artistic expressions for her cliente...

09/03/2020

Hello Springtime 🌷our March/April issue of Alexandria Woman has hit the streets, featuring the talented local artist and her beautiful work on our cover!

09/03/2020

Our March/April edition is now available!

08/03/2020

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08/03/2020

This Saturday, March 14th is the final Second Saturday Divorce Workshop session meeting from 9am-1pm. Learn more about this event here:

08/03/2020

This Saturday, March 14th is the final Second Saturday Divorce Workshop session meeting from 9am-1pm. Learn more about this event here: https://fairfaxwoman.com/home/events/

08/03/2020

Happy International Women’s Day

07/03/2020

Another great reason to put down our phones! “The frequently tilting of our heads down to look at our phones can speed the appearance of these lines around our face.” Read more: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2018/09/a-smart-face/

A Smart Face By Roberta Gartside - September 3, 2018 Depending on your current age the signs of Smartphone Face may differ. Naturally, in our 30’s and 40’s we would be starting to see signs of facial aging around the mouth and jawline. The frequently tilting of our heads down to look at our phon...

06/03/2020

Happy National Day of Unplugging! Put technology down and enjoy the day without looking at a screen.
Photo by: Dmitry Chernyshov

05/03/2020

In “Sharing Her Passion for Vintage Fashion”, Bettina Coleman, the owner of online thrift boutique Virlé Cole Vintage Clothing & Styling Service, shares her love for vintage clothing. She remembers her grandmother’s clothing, “I marveled at their wardrobes and senses of style because they always looked glamorous, ladylike, and confident.” Read more about Bettina and her business here: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2018/09/sharing-her-passion-for-vintage-fashion/

04/03/2020

Celebrate women this Thursday from 5-9pm at the 2nd Annual International Women’s Day Market at Caboose Commons in Fairfax. There will be “several pop-ups in our lofts, featuring female owned & run small businesses. Shop small, shop local, and support the strong women in our community!” Learn more here: https://www.caboosebrewing.com/womens-day-market

In honor of International Women's Day, we want to celebrate the superstar women in our community. Come shop local at Caboose Commons!

03/03/2020

If you are looking for an exciting trip to somewhere not too far, consider Philadelphia. Crystal Brandt shares her joys of the trip in “Not Just Another Philadelphia Story” and provides a link for things to do in Philly. She writes, “This March I visited Philadelphia for four days, and although the city was in the grips of an arctic chill, there was no shortage of warmth when I arrived.” Read more:https://southernmarylandwoman.com/not-just-another-philadelphia-story/

Not Just Another Philadelphia Story By Crystal Brandt - May 2, 2018 The Loews Philadelphia Hotel, located in the nation’s first skyscraper. The accommodations combine living history with warm sophistication, just like the city of Philadelphia itself. My room on the 25th floor had incredible views ...

02/03/2020

Here's some Monday Motivation for the start of your week!

29/02/2020

Happy Leap Day!

28/02/2020

Discover how “Mom Boss” Dr. Angela Austin “embraces the challenges of work and family balance, one day at a time” in Kathryn Streeter’s interview. Read more: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2018/07/mom-boss/

Mom Boss By Kathryn Streeter - July 3, 2018 Founder of Alexandria Children’s Dentistry, Dr. Angela Austin embraces the challenges of work and family balance, one day at a time. “Relish” is the word psychologist Dr. Margaret Rutherford uses to describe the energized enjoyment we should have for...

27/02/2020

Next time you are walking through Alexandria, keep your eyes open for the Little Free Libraries. Learn more about these charming houses here: https://littlefreelibrary.org/

26/02/2020

Way Back Wednesday! Sarah Kelly’s article from 2015 encourages us to consume products that are in season which is still prevalent today. “Eating “in season” supports a healthy body, a healthy food budget, and a healthy environment.” Read more here: https://fairfaxwoman.com/2015/07/eat-the-seasons/

Eat the Seasons By SARAH KELLY, MS, RDN - July 14, 2015 Like most Americans, I find myself caught up in the “rush” of daily life and forgetting to stop and “smell the roses”. With the start of summer with its sunny weather, beaches, and being in full bloom, it reminds me that it’s so impor...

25/02/2020

Happy Mardi Gras!