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Photos: Derecho Damage in Burke, Springfield
A photo gallery of the aftermath of the Derecho.
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Beyond Burke
Tour the Occoquan Aboard Rivershore Charters
A relaxing river cruise not far from Burke.
Every weekend of the year, Rivershore Charters cruises along the scenic Occoquan River. The 50-foot pontoon touring boat holds 46 passengers—all of whom can see birds of prey, get dropped off at local restaurants and receive a lesson in Occoquan history. Meet the Captain There's no doubt about it. One of the best decisions Captain Mark Perry ever made was buying the 16,000-pound water taxi named the "Harbor Lady" in 2004, he said. The 57-year-old Perry worked as a real estate agent since 1976, and found his calling after talking with the owner of Tim’s Rivershore Restaurant & Crabhouse in Dumfries. "I'm a boater and spend 300 days out of the year on the water," Perry told Patch on a recent cruise. "The only time I take the boat out of …
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Saturday, May 5, 2012
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Flower Mart Festival Photos
The Washington National Cathedral's 73rd annual Flower Mart continues through Saturday.
After living in the area for more than 20 years, I finally made it to the Washington National Cathedral's Flower Mart on Friday. The annual outdoor spring festival features plant sales, boutique booths, foods, music and entertainment, and many activities for children. Saturday's hours are 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Admission is free, and the event is held rain or shine.
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Sunday, April 22, 2012
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Spring Blooms in Burke
A Burke home surrounded by flowering cherry trees and azaleas.
Azaleas are blooming all around Burke. The flowering shrubs, which bloom in the spring, are shade tolerant, and prefer living near or under trees. What's blooming in your yard or on your deck? Share a photo on Burke Patch.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
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Burke, Springfield Residents Complete Boston Marathon
Seven residents completed the 26.2 mile course in the hottest race of the past 13 years.
Three Burke and four Springfield residents completed the 116th running of the Boston Marathon on Monday. The Burke finishers and their results are: The Springfield finishers and their results are: The temperature reached 87 degrees, slowing the pace for many runners. Springfield resident, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology grad and Wellesley College student Sarah participate in the Wellesely College Scream Tunnel on Monday, and provided photos. "[A]s anyone who has ever run the Boston Marathon can tell you, the major highlight aside from the finish line is the Wellesley Scream Tunnel, a little less than halfway through the 26.2-mile course," wrote Bob Brown in Alpha Doggs. The women of Wellesley College line the route …
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Sunday, April 15, 2012
Beyond Burke
Nats Continue Winning Streak During Home Opening Week
The Nationals have allowed only 12 hits in their last 32 innings.
The Washington Nationals beat the Cincinnati Reds 4 to 1 Saturday, in the third of their four game series. Pitcher Edwin Jackson threw his fifth career complete game, allowing only two hits. It was the Nats fifth straight win. On top of that, it was Stephen Strasburg bobblehead day. The Nats finish the series with the Reds on Sunday, then begin a four game home series against Houston. Strasburg will pitch his first home game on Monday. ESPN reported Saturday's attendance at 35,489 (84.7 precent full).
Susan Larson
11:15 am on Monday, April 23, 2012
Thank you for commenting, Karen. Their home is a beautiful sight! more ›