Dr. Peter has a lot in common with his patients. He likes kayaking, rock climbing, playing outdoors, and watching soccer and basketball on TV.

What Dr. Peter does not have in common with his patients is his age: Dr. Peter Markov, a member of the National Dental Honor Society and a graduate of Case Western Reserve University, is a grownup, and his patients are children — all of them.


VIDA Fitness is expanding our family and opening our doors in Virginia!

Coming this spring, VIDA Ballston is our sixth location, and promises to offer all the exceptional and upscale amenities that members have come to expect over the years. VIDA has been voted the Best Gym in D.C. by Washington City Paper and The Washingtonian, and offers countless services to promote a healthy and happy lifestyle.


The Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University is building on the school’s existing expertise in security studies (the Schar School is ranked No. 2 by U.S. News & World Report in this category) with a new Graduate Certificate in Strategic Trade.

Strategic trade policy implies a strategic relationship between firms, countries, and export control regimes. It includes arms control, nuclear nonproliferation, and a variety of national security issues plaguing all nation states.


No matter what industry you work in, technology is constantly changing. Companies are searching for candidates with new skillsets and experience with emerging technologies.

At Virginia Tech’s Northern Virginia Center, adjacent to the West Falls Church Metro station, an administrative team manages more than 700 online graduate students looking to develop new skills and fill gaps on their resume.


For several years, Arlington-based tour operator TripUSAFrance has provided one of a kind, small-group visits to France, with company owner Julia Girard-Gervois and her father Stephane as personal tour guides.

The reviews on TripAdvisor are raves, with participants praising the authenticity of the experience, as Julia and Stephane introduce visitors to the scenery and people of their beloved and beautiful part of the world.


Making its mark in Ballston center is Origin, the newest residential tower featuring studio to two-bedroom residences. In particular, a variety of great one-bedroom floorplans are available right now to accommodate a range of lifestyles.

Walking into Origin´s residences feels serendipitous with its elevated level of finish and attention to detail that has gone into the design of every room.


Spaces are still available in the PreKindergarten program at St. Thomas More Cathedral School for the 2020-2021 school year. Children must be 4 years old by September 30, 2020 to register. Apply here for admission.

The PreK program is 5 days a week with 3 dismissal options — 12:45, 3:15 or 6 p.m. The philosophy is learning through play in small group hands-on center based activities with a classroom teacher and full-time aide in each classroom. The core curriculum consists of instruction in the following subjects: religion, reading, language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Students also participate in the following special classes every week: art, Spanish, library skills, technology, physical education and music.


Some like it hot, some like it cold. It’s the third annual Fire & Ice Festival at The Wharf featuring the WAFF ice house.

Come play in the snow, while you help us raise money to support the Washington Area Fuel Fund — providing heating fuel for our neighbors in need. Sample whiskeys from Catoctin Creek, Elijah Craig, St. George, Miscellaneous, Larceny, Filibuster, Proper No. 12 and Pendleton or grab a ginger whiskey hot toddy at the Johnnie Walker tent.


The wait is almost over. VIDA Fitness is set to open its doors to their first ever Virginia location, and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Arlington has been voted America’s fittest city by The American Fitness Index, and VIDA is excited to join the ranks of the countries most dedicated enthusiasts. Our newest club, opening this March, promises to deliver all of the exceptional amenities & equipment that members have come to expect from our existing five D.C. locations.


Classic Cottages has just revealed its latest model, The Amelia, with its side-by-side projects on Lorcom Lane, one of which just completed construction, hosted its first open house last Sunday, January 12, and went under contract on Monday, January 13.

This new model features 6 bedrooms (in-law suite on main level), 5 full baths, 1 half bath, and 5,559 finished sq. ft. Many “wish list” items are featured within the home from an expansive gourmet eat-in kitchen with full walk-in pantry and butler’s pantry to a luxury master suite with dual walk-in closets, dual vanities, make-up vanity, soaking tub & shower. A main-level in-law suite with private bath could also be used as a gorgeous home office. Together, natural warm finishes and an open concept floor plan evoke a bright and airy mood throughout the home.


For five years, Dr. Crissy Markova and the smile squad at the Virginia Center for Orthodontics have been giving patients reasons to smile — and not just because of the state-of-the-art orthodontic care, but because they specialize in making going to the orthodontist fun.

On January 31, they’ll give them yet another reason to smile: VCO is hosting a free special event to demonstrate the benefits of Inbrace, also known as “hidden braces.” Smiling yet? How about a $1,000-off offer for signing up for hidden braces during this one-day special event?


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