A part of the community since 1989, K and S Beauty Supply devotes itself almost entirely to wig and hair products. Once inside, customers are greeted by mannequins and displays of wigs of all colors, lengths and styles. The store also carries hair-weave kits, clip-on ponytails, hair for braiding and all sorts of accessories for styling and maintaining healthy hair including brushes, shampoos, styling gels, clips and holders. Additionally, K and S sells a selection of makeup supplies such as eye shadows, foundation, blushes and lipstick.
Silhouette Salon and Spa in Old Town provides a host of hair and skin services. The salon offers men's, women's and children's hair cuts, as well as highlights, color and body wave. For your skin, the salon does waxing and has an array of facials available. At Silhouette, you can also get a "cellulite seaweed wrap." Check the salon's website for specials.
Rhodeside & Harwell is an urban planning, design and landscape architectural firm based out of Alexandria and Newark, NJ. It has worked with international clients to provide ecological and socially aware spaces for the betterment of a community or private sector. Rhodeside & Harwell has been involved in many notable projects such as the Gettysburg National Military Park, the National Zoo, the National Aquarium in Baltimore, Arlington National Cemetery and many others. For a full portfolio, visit the company's website.
Huntington Auto Body & Paint has been in Alexandria for more than two decades. It is an I-CAR Gold Certified shop that offers auto body repair and professional detailing services, including interior and exterior cleaning, chrome polishing, panel and air vent cleaning, leather cleaning and reconditioning and clay bar for the entire vehicle. Huntington Auto Body & Paint also uses brand name, high quality products and parts, and is conveniently located right off the Capital Beltway.
Rich Rosenthal Brincefield Manitta Dzubin & Kroeger, LLP is a full-service law firm based in Alexandria. The practice areas include family law, business transactions and commercial/real estate litigation, wills, trusts and estates, and criminal/traffic law. For further inquiries, phone the firm's office.
Landscapes by Wade is a residential and commercial landscaping service that handles lawn maintenance as well as patio, landscape and stone design and installation. Landscapes by Wade is a member of the Better Business Bureau in Alexandria, and serves clients in the greater Kingstowne area. Estimates and fees are available for request and on its website. Visit the site as well for more information, examples of work and more.
Victor M. Glasberg & Associates is a plaintiffs' federal litigation firm serving clients in Virginia, D.C. and Maryland. The firm is committed to providing quality service. The lawyers on staff specialize in civil rights and public interest cases.
Casa Laundromat is a neighborhood facility that offers laundry (wash and fold by the pound -$0.75/pound) and coin-operated washing machines at various price levels. The smallest load takes up to 20 lbs. for $2.75; the largest takes 80 lbs. at $8.50. There are varying sizes in between at the following prices: $3.75, $4.75 and $5.75.
Washing machines sizes are 20, 30, 40, 60 and 80 lbs. Dryer sizes are 30, 40 and 75 lbs.
A change machine is available for $1, $5and $20 bills; there is also a machine that sells laundry detergent.
The laundromat, conveniently located in a small plaza next door to a convenience store, also has threevideo games and other machines to entertain youth while they wait for their parents. There are also television screens and free Wi-Fi available to customers waiting for laundry to finish.
Casa Laundromat's staff is friendly and professional and ready to assist. The laundromat also has a website; check its link.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service is a financial consultant serving the Hybla Valley community and the surrounding areas, and specializing in income tax preparation and filing. Call for more information.
The Republic Parking Services lot on South Henry Street provides parking for $2 an hour. Fees are payable by cash only. The company currently operates seven parking lots in Alexandria, offering a combined total of nearly 900 parking spaces.
This Republic Parking System lot, called Courthouse Square, is a convenient place for patrons of the nearby shops, courts and municipal buildings to park. Rates are $2.00 an hour before 5 pm and $.50 an hour after Sunday through Thursday. There's an $8.00 a day maximum; $1.00 an hour on Fridays after 5 pm. Word to the wise: cars released after the garage closes will be charged a $25.00 fee, so patrons should be sure to get back on time to avoid shelling out extra money.
SPI Design is an interior design firm with more than 15 years of experience providing residential homes in the greater northern Virginia and Washington D.C. area with environmentally friendly designs. Principal Sarah Purdy and chief product designer, Betty Fernandes, also teach on the college and university level. A portfolio is available through its website.
First Georgetown Securities is an investment brokerage firm offering professional financial services. Locally owned and operated, the firm has been serving area clients for more than 35 years.
Mount Vernon Barber Shop is a salon serving women, men and children. It offers all type of hair treatments as well as shaving services for men. The barber shop is easily accessible, located on the far right side of Mount Vernon Plaza and facing Fordson Road.