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Help Wanted: Reporter/Editor for New D.C. Publication

The U.S. Capitol building, as seen through a telescope from the rooftop of a Ballston apartment building (courtesy Andrew Clegg)Local News Now LLC — the publisher of ARLnow.com, BethesdaNow.com and RestonNow.com — is seeking a founding editor for a new local news website that will cover a dynamic, diverse and civically engaged neighborhood in the District of Columbia.

Candidates should have a nose for scoops, a drive for breaking news and a passion for local reporting. Having lived or worked in the District is a major plus.

You’ll report on everything from business openings to development to crime to local Advisory Neighborhood Commission meetings. You will be the go-to source for “hyperlocal” news and information around the community. Expect to give presentations to neighborhood groups and to make an occasional TV or radio appearance to discuss your stories.

This is not an entry-level position. We require a minimum two (2) years of local news reporting experience and a demonstrated ability to write clean, engaging copy on tight deadlines without outside editing.

You must demonstrate an ability to quickly and accurately report on crimes, fires and other breaking news in the field. You will have a freelance budget, so leadership and copy editing abilities will be important.

Photography and photo editing skills are a must — the internet is a visual medium and your articles should include compelling visual elements. Familiarity with social media is required. Familiarity with police band scanners, Google Apps and WordPress is desired.

Compensation for this full-time position is competitive. Benefits will be provided, as will a computer, camera and other equipment. We believe in work-life balance and in a five-day work week — you will not be asked to work nights or weekends except in the event of breaking news or an especially important neighborhood meeting or event.

We are a small but growing company and we anticipate there to be career advancement opportunities down the line.

To apply, please send a short cover letter in the body of your email (to [email protected]) explaining why you’re interested in this position and why you’re the right person for the job. Attach a resume and one or two representative writing samples that have not been edited by anyone other than you.

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Home Listing: 851 N. Glebe Road #917 (Promoted)

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Come home to The Continental (851 Glebe Road), one of the most amenity-rich condominium buildings in town.

You’ll love living in the heart of Ballston. Walk out the front door to a wide variety of restaurants, shopping and entertainment options. A Harris Teeter store, Kettler Capitals Iceplex and the soon-to-be redesigned Ballston mall and movie theater are all within a few short blocks.

Listed at $629,900, this is a corner unit with an open floorplan, high ceilings and extra windows, providing wonderful natural light. You’ll also enjoy abutting only one neighbor. Other features of this spacious 1,172 square foot unit include:

  • Custom hardwood floors
  • Granite counters with island
  • Maple cabinetry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Balcony with unobstructed view (on preferred side of building)
  • Dual master bedrooms (both with walk-in closets)
  • Luxury master baths with large linen closets
  • Gas fireplace
  • Computer nook
  • New window blinds
  • Garage parking space
  • Building amenities: 24 hour concierge, rooftop pool, theater room, business center, fitness center, party room and secure entry
  • The concierge is available to help with reservations, appointments, tickets, etc.
  • Rooftop terrace with beautiful views *coming soon*
  • Online package tracking system for residents
  • Condo fee is only $462 / month
  • HVAC service plan in place through May 2015
  • 2 blocks to Ballston Metro

For more information or a private showing at your convenience, please contact Adam Gallegos at Arbour Realty. Adam can be reached at 703-627-1255 or via [email protected].

Rooftop Pool Deck Brunch at Belle Pre Apartments (Promoted)

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Enjoy a brunch on Saturday, May 31, on the rooftop of 1111 Belle Pre Apartments, a former bottle factory that is now a luxury rental apartment in the heart of Old Town. The meal will be prepared by award-winning chefs Christophe and Michelle Poteaux of the wine bar and bistro Bastille. The chefs specialize in contemporary French fare using seasonal, locally sourced, and farm-fresh ingredients. Chef Christophe will also be on hand for an exclusive meet-and-greet during the brunch.

If the food doesn’t sound tempting enough, consider the setting. The Belle Pre rooftop lounge is a sprawling outdoor space with lounge chairs, a fire pit and a pool deck. You’ll eat French fare and sip cocktails poolside. Specialty cocktails include a Blood Orange Champagne Cocktail and a White Wine and Rosemary Infused Sangria. Music will be provided by DJ Damon, and there will be gifts for the first 100 brunchers.

Visitors are invited to take a tour of model apartments at 1111 Belle Pre before the complimentary brunch begins. The one- and two-bedroom units boast expansive windows, hardwood floors, and open gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, tile backsplashes and stainless steel appliances. Building amenities include the rooftop deck, a lounge with a theater, private dining room, and a fitness center with a yoga studio. Come and see what all the fuss is about: the building is already over 70% leased.

The rooftop brunch takes place on Saturday, May 31 from 12 to 3 pm — RSVP now!
 

Sponsored By Belle Pre Apartments.

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Old Town Alexandria. From $1,700/mo. at 1111 Belle Pre!

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Arlington Home Buyer Seminar Next Week (Promoted)

Arlington Home Buyer Seminar

Are you considering buying a home in Arlington in 2014?

If so, attend this Arlington home buyer seminar in Clarendon next Wednesday, May 21st.

Three industry experts – Joe Zamoiski of 1st Portfolio Lending, George Papakostas of Long & Foster, and George Glekas of GPN Title – will give an informative talk about the process of buying a home in Arlington. Joe, George, and George have years of experience between them in the Arlington market, not to mention hundreds of successful transactions.

They’ll cover the home-buying process in detail, including:

  • Identifying a home.
  • The offer, negotiation, and closing process.
  • Financing, including loan approval and figuring out what you can afford.
  • State of the Arlington market.

In addition to the above, the purpose of the seminar is to answer your questions. Attendance is kept low to allow ample attention for all attendees. You’ll have plenty of time to ask questions during the Q&A or afterwards if you’d prefer to ask a question privately.

Click here to register

The speakers will present for 45 minutes or so, after which there will be Q&A for 30 minutes, when the seminar officially ends. But Joe, George, and George will stick around as long as necessary to answer all questions.

More details:

  • Location: In the heart of Courthouse at the Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse, 1401 N Adams St (map).
  • Parking: Yes, free parking.
  • Metro-accessible: Two blocks from the Courthouse station.
  • Cost: $15 per person here, $20 at the door.
  • Food: Snacks and drinks will be provided.
  • Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-842-1391.

Click here to register

Editor’s Note: This post was written and sponsored by Urban Turf. For more information on placing promoted posts, fill out the form on our advertising page.

Photos: Belle Pre Apartments in Alexandria (Promoted)

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Get ready for the best in modern luxury living located on the historic site of a former bottle factory. 1111 Belle Pre Apartments is now over 50% leased and offers resort-style living right in the heart of Old Town! Belle Pre boasts ample space with all of its great amenities. The rooftop lounge is the perfect place to relax after a long day of work. Enjoy the beautiful view, kick it back, and toast some delicious s’mores. And all of your friends will be jealous that you have your very own pool deck!

Designed with the intention of becoming a landmark and meeting place for Old Town Alexandria, 1111 Belle Pre Apartments is home to two architecturally distinct residential buildings surrounding a lushly landscaped public plaza. Throughout the development, bespoke interior and exterior design cues reference the location’s storied past. Within the plaza, a commissioned sculpture of steel and glass by acclaimed artist William Cochran brings an industrial edge to the space, as well an important new installation of public art for the entire Old Town community.

The inside space is just as impressive. Each one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and loft apartment at 1111 Belle Pre offers such features as expansive windows with beautiful views of the downtown city skyline, hardwood flooring, and open gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, tile backsplashes, and stainless steel appliances.

Worried that you’ll never leave your apartment? There are plenty of luxury amenities to lure you out into the shared spaces. There’a a landscaped rooftop with pool, fire pit and grilling stations; a resident lounge with theater, private dining room and multiple gaming options; and a state-of-the-art fitness center with a yoga studio.
 

Sponsored By Belle Pre Apartments.

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Old Town Alexandria. From $1,700/mo. at 1111 Belle Pre!

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Help Wanted: Director of Finance

Editor’s Note: Help Wanted Highlight is an occasional, sponsored feature that highlights job openings at local companies.

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Position Summary:

Exciting and rare opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for a challenging but part-time executive role. Perfect for the right person who wants a rewarding position but has only so many hours in the day. Join this private, fast-growing entrepreneurial group with operations in the US and Mexico and become part of the team that takes them to the next level. Compensation, including a track toward equity, commensurate with experience.

The Companies:

We run two closely-held separate businesses out of the Ballston neighborhood of Arlington, VA. Although the companies are separate, the office space, principals, ownership and entrepreneurial environment are shared. Our atmosphere is casual but focused, fun but sometimes intense.
Global Telesourcing’s small corporate office is based in Arlington with its actual operation located in Monterrey, Mexico. We are a premium provider of native-level English inbound and outbound call center services for Fortune 1000 US companies. Most of our employees – although living in Mexico – spent the formative years of their life in the US. This gives them unaccented language skills and total cultural comfort working on behalf of American companies. We are the only non-US sales call center authorized to handle English-language work for two Fortune 200 companies. Global Telesourcing was named to the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing privately-held companies in America.

NextWave Advocacy is a boutique public affairs firm that helps its clients identify and mobilize people personally impacted by legislative and regulatory issues. Unlike most grassroots techniques that result in large volumes of form letters, our process leads to impactful, high-textured personal communications to legislators and agencies. By combining leading technology with world-class execution, NextWave delivers meaningful and scalable solutions for corporations, trade associations, membership organizations and advocacy groups.

Job responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the two companies
  • Supervise, develop and mentor our outstanding finance team: the Controller (US) and Finance Manager (Mexico)
  • Prepare monthly financial reports for the management team and Board of Directors
  • Manage cash flow to ensure proper funding of bank accounts in the US and Mexico
  • Work with outside tax accountants for filing of tax returns
  • Implement best practices, processes and systems to support continued growth and a likely funding round or company sale
  • Advise and support the President and the CEO in all business matters

Background and experience:

  • CPA designation preferred
  • Hands-on financial experience in a small, fast-paced, dynamic business
  • Minimum eight to ten years of experience in financial management with increasing responsibilities
  • Strong Excel and financial software skills. Quickbooks preferred

Qualities:

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work remotely
  • Strong team player
  • Takes ownership for work with a focus on results
  • Thinks strategically but is very involved with the details
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and positive personality
  • Sense of humor is critical.

Interested candidates should send resumes to [email protected]

Arlington Home Buyer Seminar Tonight (Promoted)

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Are you considering buying a home in Arlington in 2014?

If so, attend this Arlington home buyer seminar in Clarendon tonight, Tuesday, April 29th.

Three industry experts – Joe Zamoiski of 1st Portfolio Lending, George Papakostas of Long & Foster, and George Glekas of GPN Title – will give an informative talk about the process of buying a home in Arlington. Joe, George, and George have years of experience between them in the Arlington market, not to mention hundreds of successful transactions.

They’ll cover the home-buying process in detail, including:

  • Identifying a home.
  • The offer, negotiation, and closing process.
  • Financing, including loan approval and figuring out what you can afford.
  • State of the Arlington market.

In addition to the above, the purpose of the seminar is to answer your questions. Attendance is kept low to allow ample attention for all attendees. You’ll have plenty of time to ask questions during the Q&A or afterwards if you’d prefer to ask a question privately.

Register for tonight’s seminar

The speakers will present for 45 minutes or so, after which there will be Q&A for 30 minutes, when the seminar officially ends. But Joe, George, and George will stick around as long as necessary to answer all questions.

More details:

  • Location: In the heart of Clarendon at 3033 Wilson Boulevard, suite 700 (map).
  • Parking: Yes, free parking.
  • Metro-accessible: One block from the Clarendon station.
  • Cost: $15 per person here, $20 at the door.
  • Food: Snacks and drinks will be provided.
  • Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-842-1391.

Register for tonight’s seminar

Editor’s Note: This post was written and sponsored by Urban Turf.

Arlington Home Buyer Seminar Next Week (Promoted)

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Are you considering buying a home in Arlington in 2014?

If so, attend this Arlington home buyer seminar in Clarendon next Tuesday, April 29th.

Three industry experts – Joe Zamoiski of 1st Portfolio Lending, George Papakostas of Long & Foster, and George Glekas of GPN Title – will give an informative talk about the process of buying a home in Arlington. Joe, George, and George have years of experience between them in the Arlington market, not to mention hundreds of successful transactions.

They’ll cover the home-buying process in detail, including:

  • Identifying a home.
  • The offer, negotiation, and closing process.
  • Financing, including loan approval and figuring out what you can afford.
  • State of the Arlington market.

In addition to the above, the purpose of the seminar is to answer your questions. Attendance is kept low to allow ample attention for all attendees. You’ll have plenty of time to ask questions during the Q&A or afterwards if you’d prefer to ask a question privately.

Click here to register

The speakers will present for 45 minutes or so, after which there will be Q&A for 30 minutes, when the seminar officially ends. But Joe, George, and George will stick around as long as necessary to answer all questions.

More details:

  • Location: In the heart of Clarendon at 3033 Wilson Boulevard, suite 700 (map).
  • Parking: Yes, free parking.
  • Metro-accessible: One block from the Clarendon station.
  • Cost: $15 per person here, $20 at the door.
  • Food: Snacks and drinks will be provided.
  • Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-842-1391.

Click here to register

Editor’s Note: This post was written and sponsored by Urban Turf.

Arlington Singles Connect Over Bocce

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Editor’s Note: This post is written and sponsored by DC Bocce.

Have you heard about the resurgence in bocce ball, a revered Italian tradition? A new generation of players is taking on Italian-American clubs and grandfathers everywhere at their own game at an ever-increasing rate. It turns out that in addition to the game’s appeal as a relaxing backyard past-time, it also provides a framework for the perfect date. Just ask the young professionals of the area’s own DC Bocce League.

“Bocce is the perfect way to make new friends and meet that someone special,” says Sarah DeLucas, a co-founder of the DC Bocce League, the nation’s largest organized bocce organization. “Bocce provides a great medium for meeting new people. There is a natural flow of conversation deciding whose ball is closer to the pallina and the game can be picked up by people of all abilities. Plus it can be played in your best date outfit — no need for gym clothes.”

DeLucas’s league has operated in various locations across Arlington, DC, and Bethesda for ten years and boasts at least nine known couples who met playing and ended up tying the knot. If your interest is piqued by the idea of bocce games with other singles and young professionals, check out DC Bocce’s special brand of bocce this spring in Arlington on two brand new bocce courts at the restaurant La Tagliatella.

Located across from the Clarendon Metro, La Tagliatella built two turf bocce courts on the sidewalk patio of the restaurant last fall. La Tagliatella is the only bar in Arlington that has on-premise, permanent bocce courts and the DC Bocce League is excited to take full advantage of them on Tuesday and Thursday evenings this spring.

Worried that you’ve out-grown rec leagues and meeting your significant other over a game of flip-cup?

“La Tagliatella’s patio and restaurant seating offer players a spot to slip off for quiet conversation over a craft cocktail or a sophisticated wine,” said DeLucas.

Registration for DC Bocce’s spring season at La Taligiatella is currently open through Friday, March 21st. Sign up to play on Tuesdays or Thursdays starting next week. Teams play every week for 6 weeks. At the end of the season everyone participates in a single elimination tournament culminating in the crowning of a champion team.

Bonus: everyone makes the playoffs so you don’t have to be an expert to get started. The bar will offer exclusive discounts on food and drinks to bocce players, and unlike other bocce leagues you may have encountered, scoring off the courts is just as important as winning the game. To get in on the bocce action, use promo code ARLNOW20 to save $20 on your registration.

Fact: Red Wine Tastes Better Than Red Roses

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This post is sponsored by Grateful Red Wine & Gift Shop (2727 Wilson Blvd)

Roses are nice, but wouldn’t your sweetheart prefer something tastier than flowers for Valentine’s Day?

Your loved one will be the talk of the office when you surprise him or her with the gifts that keep on giving — wine and chocolate!

Clarendon wine and gift store Grateful Red has an easy-to-use website where you can build your own custom wine gift basket, or select from several pre-made gift baskets that are more affordable than a dozen roses.

We will happily deliver any basket purchased between now and midnight Thursday anywhere in Virginia within 25 miles of our shop on Valentine’s Day — home, office or otherwise.

We also have great beer baskets for the beer lover in your life. Choose from several beautiful pre-made baskets or build your own custom basket on our aforementioned website — just pick a gift basket or tin and fill it up with wine, beer, cheese, chocolate and other fun accessories.

Or, if you want to indulge your guy or gal with the ultimate “Beer Mine” present, why not purchase a beers of the month membership? Beers of the Month Club memberships are available in 3-month, 6-month or 1-year subscriptions. Applications for beer club can be found here.

ARLnow readers ordering online can save 10% on any gift basket from now until the end of February by using the code ARLnow10.

UPDATED: Arlington Home Buyer Seminar (Sponsored)

Editor’s Note: This post is written and sponsored by Urban Turf.

Are you considering buying a home in Arlington in 2014?

If so, attend this Arlington home buyer seminar in Clarendon next Wednesday, January 22nd. (Update: this event has been canceled due to weather.)

Three industry experts — Joe Zamoiski of 1st Portfolio Lending, George Papakostas of Long & Foster, and George Glekas of GPN Title — will give an informative talk about the process of buying a home in Arlington. Joe, George, and George have years of experience between them in the Arlington market, not to mention hundreds of successful transactions.

They’ll cover the home-buying process in detail, including:

  • Identifying a home.
  • The offer, negotiation, and closing process.
  • Financing, including loan approval and figuring out what you can afford.
  • State of the Arlington market.

In addition to the above, the purpose of the seminar is to answer your questions. Attendance is kept low to allow ample attention for all attendees. You’ll have plenty of time to ask questions during the Q&A or afterwards if you’d prefer to ask a question privately.

Click here to register

The speakers will present for 45 minutes or so, after which there will be Q&A for 30 minutes, when the seminar officially ends. But Joe, George, and George will stick around as long as necessary to answer all questions.

More details:

  • Location: In the heart of Clarendon at 3033 Wilson Boulevard, suite 700 (map).
  • Parking: Yes, free parking.
  • Metro-accessible: One block from the Clarendon station.
  • Cost: $15 per person here, $20 at the door.
  • Food: Snacks and drinks will be provided.
  • Questions: Email [email protected] or call 703-842-1391.

Click here to register

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