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Del Ray Halloween Parade Photos, Part II

October 31st, 2008 Categories: Del Ray

Whew, Halloween is a busy time around here! And while Old Town Alexandria has its Lee Street Block Party, Del Ray pulls out all the stops with its annual Halloween Parade. Here are more photos from that memorable affair:

Round ‘em up, head ‘em out

Sometimes a princess just wants to watch with her dad

Cooper

Blue

It’s not easy being a baby, much less a baby chicken!

What a great day . . . for even more photos, click here.

Michael

Halloween in Old Town Alexandria

October 31st, 2008 Categories: Old Town

In a city almost consumed by the final days of the 2008 election, residents of Lee Street in Old Town Alexandria put aside all thoughts of Nov. 4 to concentrate on Halloween. Six blocks of Lee Street, from King Street south, were blocked off for several hours to create the ultimate in trick or treating.

A long time tradition in this very traditional neighborhood, residents take great pride in decorating their houses, offering treats, and dressing for the occasion. An added bonus are the front doors that stand open, offering a glimpse into Old Town Living.

Would you like to be part of next year’s Old Town festivities? Give me a call at 703.927.4554 and let’s find a Lee Street property for you.

Michael

Madeline in Del Ray - Halloween Parade Photos, Part I

October 29th, 2008 Categories: Del Ray

After a day of driving rain, Sunday dawned bright and comfortably cool for the 12th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade. Over 5,000 adults, children and dogs turned out for what is arguably one of the best “home grown” events in the area.

There were many “favorites” but topping our list this year was “Madeline in Del Ray”. Put together by a group of playground moms/friends, the visual feast included an Eiffel Tower, two bottles of wine, a French baguette, Miss Clavel, Lord Cucaface and twelve, yes, twelve Madeline’s - complete with yellow boaters and blue smocks.