By: Jenny Thornhill on November 18th, 2011
Give thanks by doing something local this Thanksgiving! Here are three uniquely different Thanksgiving days that we'd plan if we lived at EYA's newest communities.
A wholesome, small town experience around Old Town Commons
On Thanksgiving day, get the whole family out of the house to run/walk the five-mile Annual Alexandria Turkey Trot in Del Ray at 10 a.m. Strollers and Dogs are welcome. Head home to prepare a Thanksgiving meal with the help of traditional pre-made sides from Whole Foods Market, then set up a delicious Do-It-Yourself Pie Bar from Buzz Bakery. Keep the holiday spirit going into the weekend when you hit the City's Tree Lighting Ceremony with visits from carolers, the mayor and Santa Claus on Friday evening.
A look back at America's past at Capitol Quarter
Start the day off early with an appetite-inducing stroll past the U.S. Capitol Building as part of DC's Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunger. Then head back to Capitol Quarter for a rooftop al fresco lunch of indigenous Pumpkin and Tomatican soups pre-ordered from the Mitsitam Cafe at The National Museum of the American Indian. After Thanksgiving dinner, brew a strong cup of joe from Peregrine Espresso and walk off your meal on the Barracks Row Heritage Trail, marked by 16 signs describing the neighborhood's rich military and political history. Close out the evening with a specialty game from Capitol Hill's Laybrinth Games and Puzzles.
An urban holiday courtesy of the many hip neighborhoods near Chancellor's Row
Perhaps you've noticed the pattern here... Start your Turkey Day with a calorie-burning session courtesy of DC's hottest mode of transport, Capital BikeShare. Pick up bikes at the 10th and Monroe Streets NE station for a ride around Catholic University's quaint campus. Afterwards, relax on the front porch with a crostini platter and a $14 bottle of recommended Domaine Pascal Aufrane from A.M. Wine Shoppe, picked up the day prior on a 10-minute jaunt to Columbia Heights. While the Yes! Organic Market turkey cooks, prepare side dishes using produce from Bloomingdale Farmer's Market (open this Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.). Finish off your holiday with non-traditional, yet ever-popular desserts: Cupcakes. Divinely Decadent Desserts, a new Brookland neighbor, is offering pumpkin spice, caramel apple and white chocolate flavors.
January 14, 2021
We're thrilled to share the news that the first restaurant at Robinson Landing is now open! Created by the renowned Alexandria Restaurant Partners, Ada's on the River features stunning views of the Potomac and a delicious menu of wood-fired steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare.
April 22, 2020
Located across the street from the Wiehle-Reston East Metro station, the Townhomes at Reston Station bring city living to Reston, VA. These new, modern townhomes are perfectly situated to offer residents both the proximity to local amenities and businesses they love as well as easy access to the city nearby. A quick walk to the Metro, the beloved W&OD trail, favorite restaurants, parks, and more, the Townhomes at Reston Station offer the best of urban living with the established convenience of Reston.
February 20, 2020
Roz Winegrad was fifth in line last November to purchase a townhome by EYA at Cabin John Village, even though the Potomac, Maryland, development was still just a fenced-in parking lot. The single mom, whose son leaves for college next fall, had been looking at several options to downsize from her large contemporary house in Bethesda. “I was looking for a way to not feel so isolated, and to be part of a community,” she says of the unit she chose that faces Cabin John Regional Park. At the same time, Winegrad will be able to take just a few short steps to the shops and restaurants of the newly updated Cabin John Village. “I think it’s going to be a premier shopping and dining destination without the craziness of downtown Bethesda or Pike & Rose,” she says. “I still want serenity, and I still want a home in an area where there aren’t millions of people every day.”
February 13, 2020
When it comes to living in a city, proximity is everything. Being close to family and friends, your favorite activities, and planning your commute to work are all equally important factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood. It can be challenging to find a location that balances not only your wants and needs, but the vibrancy of downtown with a quieter, close-knit community you can escape to at the end of the day.