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New Year's Eve

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Guide to Local New Year's Eve Celebrations

A list of events in the Annandale area.

There's no such thing as last-minute plans for New Year's Eve if you plan to stay in the Annandale area. Missed those tickets to that big event in Washington, D.C. that sounds amazing? Don't want to break the bank to ring in 2012? Or maybe you prefer the ease of being close enough to home? Here's our list of some NYE events happening in Annandale and our neighboring cities. Annandale AMF Lanes Annandale's AMF Lanes has something for the whole family on Saurday night. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., kids can bowl for $50 for five people. The $50 includes shoes and the cost of bowling. Then from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m., five people can bowl for four hours for $80. Sunset Grille The Grille is known for its live music, but this New Year's Eve, there will …

Weekend Planner: A Family Friendly New Year

Events from Friday, Dec. 30 through Sunday, Jan. 1.

Ring in the New Year with various events happening in our local area this weekend.  Bull Run Runners 5K Fairfax Four-Miler Race “First Night” Alexandria “Watch Night” New Years Eve Celebration New Year Celebration

Friday, December 31, 2010

Quick Guide to New Year's Eve

If you're looking for parties, store hours, or taxi service information for the Annandale area this New Year's Eve, we've got you covered

Happy New Year's Eve! Here at Annandale Patch, we've compiled a quick guide to New Year's Eve, if you're going to be partying in the area. New Year's Eve Parties Staying close to home is a definite possibility this New Year's with all of the options going on in Annandale and close by. The Cue Club Cafe will have karaoke, music from a DJ and free champagne toasts at midnight at no charge and the Annandale AMF is letting residents bowl all night into the New Year for $35. Check out our complete list of events (with some great suggestions in the comments section). Taxi Services If you're planning to drink tonight, don't drive home. Not only will the Fairfax County Police Department be on the roads looking for drivers, it's also not smart to …

New Year's Eve Store Hours in Annandale

A list of the hours of operation for some of the stores in Annandale this New Year's Eve day

Here's a list of a few of the stores and businesses that are closed or have limited hours on New Year's Eve, Dec. 31 or New Year's day, Jan. 1, 2011. Don't see a store listed that you're curious about? Tell us in the comments and we'll find out and add it to our table! FAIRFAX COUNTY New Year's Eve Day Dec. 31 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 1 hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. TRASH/RECYCLING Fairfax County residents who receive trash and recycling collection on Friday will have regular collection on Friday, Dec. 31. See details in our announcement here. GROCERY/FOOD/ALCOHOL Annandale ABC 7200 Little River Turnpike Annandale ABC 6920-E Bradlick Shopping Center CVS 7205 Little River Turnpike Giant Food 7137 Columbia Pike 7-11 Five Annandale Locations…

Toast to the New Year With the Perfect Drink

A local expert offers tips on how to choose the right drink for your New Year's Eve bash

Whether it's champagne or wine you're looking for, the right glass of bubbly is essential to ring in the new year. Mike Snowden, a wine associate at Total Wine on Little River Turnpike in Alexandria, just outside of Annandale, offers his recommendations for the best drink to start 2011. Spanish Cava ($7.99): Wine & Spirits Magazine rated this Spanish sparkling wine at 90 points. "It's perfect if you're looking for something that's inexpensive and will please a lot of palettes," Snowden said. Prosecco ($9.99-$20): Snowden recommends the Italian sparkling wine if you're looking for something a bit sweeter. Rivata Moscato d'Asti ($9.99): "It's a good way to go if you prefer sweeter wines and something with some bubbles," Snowden said. "If you…

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Ten Great New Year's Eve Events in the Annandale Area

Looking to stay in Annandale this New Year's Eve? Here are some great events close to home

In less than a week, 2010 will be over. If you haven't decided what your plans for New Year's Eve are yet and don't want to travel far, don't worry. This year, there are plenty of things to do if you want to stay in the area. Here are ten great New Year's Eve events you might want to check out:  1)  New Year Gala Show at The Camino Boutique Lounge If you feel like bringing in the New Year early, celebrate in style at the New Year Gala Show at the Camino Boutique Lounge on 6669 Little River Turnpike in Annandale. Hosted by the DC Hippodrome Variety Show Entertainment, the event features a Polynesian Luau, island dancing, and a costume contest. Doors open at 8 p.m. You must be 21 or over to attend.  2) All You Can Bowl at Annandale AMF On…

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Sherell Williams

11:05 am on Thursday, December 30, 2010

These are some great suggestions, Linda! Thanks for sharing them.   more ›

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