Earth Day 2009, April 22, will mark the beginning of The Green Generation CampaignTM which will also be the focus of the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day in 2010. With negotiations for a new global climate agreement coming up in December, Earth Day 2009 must be a day of action and civic participation, to defend The Green GenerationTM’s core principles: 

• A carbon-free future based on renewable energy that will end our common dependency on fossil fuels, including coal.

• An individual’s commitment to responsible, sustainable consumption.

• Creation of a new green economy that lifts people out of poverty by creating millions of quality green jobs and transforms the global education system into a green one.

100,000 people celebrate Earth Day at the National Mall in Washington, DC

Under the umbrella of The Green Generation^TM, 100,000 people attended Earth Day on the National Mall in Washington, DC on Sunday, April 19th. Secretary of State Hilda Solis, EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson, Representative Edward Markey, green celebrities like Chevy Chase and Matthew Modine, and other representatives of the environmental community addressed the crowd and encouraged the world to join The Green Generation™. The Flaming Lips, moe., Los Lobos and DJ Spooky added the soundtrack. Large-scale volunteer events in New York, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, and DC had been going over the weekend, in partnership with Green Apple Festival, followed by thank you concerts for those who participated.

Our partners in Cleveland, Columbus, Tokyo, Buenos Aires, Beijing, and Manila, among others, also brought out hundreds of thousands of people and sent a loud and clear message to the world: The Green Generation™ is here to stay! Activities are happening all through April. Find one near you!

Terrace Office Towers has a thriving running community
and we’re about to have our first meeting.

April 11, 2009
5:30 PM
at Widmere Restaurant

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Terrace Office Towers Teams Up with FDR Executive Suites to provide tenant clients a world of service possibilities.
Here’s a sample video of the training and meeting space at FDR Executive Suites:

• Meeting
• Conference
• Training
• Temp Office
• Staffing
• Technology

Contact: Susan Wilson at 202-123-1234
swilson@terraceofficetowers.com

www.terraceoffcicetowers.com 

or Judy Miller at 703-123-1234
jmiller@fdrexecutivesuites.com 

www.fdrexecutivesuites.com

Terrace Office Towers leads the charge in developing and implementing
world class recycling program called “Make it Green.”

April 1, 2009
Susan Wilson

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Fluorescent Bulbs Have Brilliant Future

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 2009 
By Jackie Friedlander

Diana Reeke of Springfield had one big problem with her new chandelier. Despite its traditional appearance, it used only modern fluorescent bulbs. “And they are so bright it is hideous,” she told Roger Vasilas, owner of The Lamplighter lighting store in Alexandria. Was there any way to get rid of the glare? The bulbs could not be dimmed, he answered, but he could convert the fixture from fluorescent lighting to the familiar incandescent fashion.

Starting three years from now, he might find it difficult to say the same thing. Under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, all light bulbs sold must use 30 percent less energy than the current incandescent classics. By 2020, all bulbs will have to be 70 percent more efficient.

“Light is approximately 20 percent of the average household’s energy bill,” the Environmental Protection Agency explains. “This law could cut our nation’s electric bill by more than $10 billion per year.”

Legislative Reception

April 01 2009, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Westin Alexandria

The Chamber is pleased to host the annual Legislative Reception at The Westin Alexandria from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Mix and mingle with city, state and federal representatives, as well as candidates for office. This event is the perfect opportunity to network with Chamber members and build relationships with Northern Virginia’s elected officials and government leaders. Register for this event online now.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 2009 

By Times Staff

The Del Ray Business Association presented its annual Heart of Del Ray award on Valentine’s Day to A Show of Hands, the business voted as best representing the spirit of the Del Ray community.

Located at 2204 Mt. Vernon Avenue, A Show of Hands was selected based on votes from customers and residents for the business that best demonstrates a warm and welcoming attitude to customers, an ongoing commitment and generosity to the community, and an overall contribution to what makes Del Ray a unique and special community in which to live and work.

One Alexandria Web Forum Launches

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19 2009 
By Times Staff

A new website called OneAlexandria has launched as a forum for city residents to share news and resources, connect with other citizens, and, according to the website, “Think globally, act locally and have fun.”

The site was developed as a tool for residents to build an online community that fosters “honesty, integrity, healthy habits, life-long education, successful commerce and stewardship of the natural environment,” according to website co-founder John Leary. OneAlexandria is seeking to be a forum where Alexandrians will share information, ideas and resources to make the city a better place, and have some fun while doing it. 

A network of bloggers will comment on a variety of opinions and interests, and visitors are encouraged to post comments, ask questions, find volunteer opportunities and connect with others with common interests.

In pre-launch mode, the website for OneAlexandria is www.OneAlexandria.org.

Former Sen. Allen Moves Firm to Old Town

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 2009 
By Denise Dunbar

Former Senator George Allen is moving his consulting business from Washington, where he had been renting space, to Old Town.  Allen, a Mount Vernon resident who was Virginia’s governor from 1994-98, has also hired Paul Unger, his former Senate aide.  Unlike Allen, Unger is a registered lobbyist and is expected to do lobbying work for the firm.   

Allen told Politico that the move should not be interpreted “one way or another” that he might seek public office again.  “When people ask, ‘Are you going to run again?’ I say, “Perhaps,’” Allen said.
Many people thought Allen would seek the Republican nomination for Governor in 2009.  When he declined to enter that race against Attorney General Bob McDonnell, speculation turned to a possible rematch in 2012 between Allen and Sen. Jim Webb, a Democrat who won by a razor-thin margin three years ago. 

Allen said he bought an office in Virginia for practical reasons, as it is nearer his home.  “This is a market to be buying in,” quipped Allen, a notorious bargain hunter who is legendary for remembering the gas stations all around the state with the cheapest prices.  “I do like being in Virginia and operating out of Virginia.”

Allen is best known for his initiatives while governor that abolished parole for Virginia offenders and also reformed Virginia’s welfare system prior to the enactment of the federal “Temporary Assistance for Needy Families” act of 1996.  As senator, he received much credit for Republicans capturing 55 senate seats in the 2004 elections, when he was head of the Republican Senatorial Committee.