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Boutique District Events

Gossypia's July Raffle

All July • Gossypia

Shoppers who spend $50 or more during July will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift certificate for clothing. Wedding & Special Occasion dresses excluded.
 

July Savings at Mystique Online

All July  •  Mystique
Buy online at MystiqueJewelers.com during the month of July and receive a 10% discount PLUS free shipping.  Use the promo code: JULY.
 

Fitness On The Run Introduces Virtual Training & Summer Savings

All July •  Fitness on the Run

Fitness on the Run launches a new way to get or stay in shape. Through your very own computer, you will be able to continue your workouts at home, on the road or on vacation by simply logging into your computer. PLUS OTBD members get unlimited classes for all of July for only $180 (normally $209). Visit Fitness on the Run to view a list of classes, days and times.
 

Sweet Heat Relief at Sugar Cube

July 6 - Sept 5 • The Sugar Cube

If the temperature hits 90 degrees by noon, you will receive a 15% discount on your total purchase (excluding gift certificates, bulk or custom orders, and dessert buffet design services).  Now that's hot!
 

Candy Camp at Sugar Cube: Chocolate Lollipops

July 29 •  9AM - 11AM •The Sugar Cube
$20 per child plus a $15 materials fee. (Ages 5-8 years.) In this interactive session, kids will have fun layering milk and colorful white chocolates to create whimsical molded chocolate pops. They will then enjoy packaging them up just like the pros do with cello, personalized stickers, and ribbon.  To reserve your space, call 703-548-2868 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Reservations must be received no later than 48 hours in advance of the activity.
 

Friday Night at the Movies at fibre space

July 30 • 6-9PM • fibre space
Join fibre space one Friday of each month for a special movie viewing in its retro lounge. They will serve popcorn and mini coca cola! This month's movie will be the Princess Bride.
 

Sock In at fibre space

July 31 • 7PM-Midnight • fibre space
Lock yourself in at fibre space for a concentrated sock-a-long, accompanied by an Indiana Jones movie marathon. For  intermediate knitters, teachers will be available to help you get started on your socks or to help you turn your heel and fix mistakes. For those with previous sock experience, this is dedicated time to get a pair done!
 

Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Rods Tasting at Sugar Cube

July 31 • 1-4PM • The Sugar Cube

A blend of sweet, salty & crunchy, these Sugar Cube originals are addictive!
 

Tasting: Couscous

July 31 • La Cuisine• 11AM - 5PM
La Cuisine will offer a tasting of couscous with some of the Morroccan recipes in the book "Cooking at the Kasbah", including Summer couscous salad. 15% discount on all tasting related items.
 

Men Knit & Crochet at fibre space

August 1  • 4-6PM • fibre space
 

Sundays at One at Hooray for Books

Every Sunday in August  • 1PM - 2PM •  Hooray for Books
Storytime and crafts.  Recommended for ages 4 and up.  Free, but call 703-548-4092 to reserve your space.
 

Kissing Hands at Hooray for Books

August 1  • 12PM - 2PM •  Hooray for Books
Call 703-548-4092 to reserve your space.
 

Summer Sale at Monday's Child

All August  •  Monday's Child
Sale on spring and summer clothing.
 

Candy Camp at Sugar Cube: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory

August 3 •  9AM - 11AM •The Sugar Cube
$10 per child. (Ages 4+). Join The Sugar Cube for a screening of the original version of this chocolate-lover's classic, Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. Kids are invited to decorate their own Wonka top hats and will take home a goody bag of Wonka-inspired sweets. Each child should bring a blanket, mat, or cushion for more comfortable viewing. Parents are welcome to accompany their children for free.  To reserve your space, call 703-548-2868 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Reservations must be received no later than 48 hours in advance of the activity.
 

Candy Camp at Sugar Cube: Chocolate Dipped Pretzels

August 5 •  9AM - 11AM •The Sugar Cube
$20 per child plus a $15 materials fee. (Ages 4-7 years). Young choco-holics will have fun dipping pretzel rods, decorating them with sprinkles and other fun topping, and packaging them in personalized bags.  To reserve your space, call 703-548-2868 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Reservations must be received no later than 48 hours in advance of the activity.
 

Author Susan Coventry at Hooray for Books

August 7  • 2PM - 4PM •  Hooray for Books
Free.  Meet Susan Coventry, author of The Queen's Daughter, a historical fiction for teen readers.
 

Summer Beverage Tasting at La Cuisine

August 7 • La Cuisine • 11AM - 5PM
Sample drinks mixed with three refreshing Teissere syrups (Cassis and mint). All attendees will receive a 15% discount on all tasting related items.
 

Wee Ones Storytime at Hooray for Books

Every Friday and Saturday in August  • 10:30AM  •  Hooray for Books
Recommended for ages 2 and under. Free.
 

Jewelry Trunk Show at Periwinkle

August 12 • 10AM-8PM •  Periwinkle

Bella Designs Jewelry trunk show with Melissa Emerick plus 50% off summer styles.
 

Tasting: La Cuisine's Favorite Olive Oils

August 14 • La Cuisine• 11AM - 5PM
La Cuisine is offering a comparative tasting of our choice of olive oils: Les Moulins from Tunisia, Olivier of Paris, Olio Santo of Napa Valley, California.  15% discount on all tasting related items.
 

Alexandria Sidewalk Sale

August 14 •  10AM - 6PM  •  All over Old Town Alexandria
Participating merchants and restaurants will showcase their products in the first City-wide Summer Sidewalk Sale.  Each participating business will host a unique event or promotion--some retailers will be offering deeply-discounted summer merchandise, some will be holding demonstrations of their product lines, and others will have special events. Sponsored by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, the Potomac Riverboat Company and the Alexandria Convention and Visitors Association.  For more info, visit AlexandriaSidewalkSale.com.
 

Friday Night at the Movies at fibre space

August 20  • 6-9PM • fibre space
Join fibre space one Friday of each month for a special movie viewing in its retro lounge. They will serve popcorn and mini coca cola! This month's movie will be The Big Lebowski.
 

Lace in Space at fibre space

August 20  • 3-5PM • fibre space
It is hot in August, so cool off with some lace! Join fibre space to test out several amazing lace yarns and look through the lace pattern options that are hot right now. Registration will open the first week of August.
 

Pajama Storytime at Hooray for Books

August 20  •  7-8PM  • Hooray for Books
For all ages.
 

Pearl & Shell Show at Mystique

August 21  •  Mystique
 

Balsamic Vinegar Tasting at La Cuisine

August 21 • La Cuisine• 11AM - 5PM
La Cuisine will be offering a tasting of some of their favorite Balsamicos under $50.  Sample Davide Maletti in Soliera and Fig Balsamico of Limoges, France. As always, there will be a 15% discount on all tasting-related items.
 

Kids Cooking Class - Mexican Fiesta

August 22 • La Cuisine• 10AM - 12Noon
$55 per child (includes all materials, a carry-home bag of useful kitchen tools and 15% store discount coupon)
Ages 7-11. Kids will learn hands on basic cooking skills and kitchen safety while creating healthy recipes, including Today’s menu will feature Black Bean and Corn Salad, Chicken Quesadillas, Mexican Rice, Fried Bananas with Chocolate Sauce, and Sangria (non-alcoholic, of course!) Click here to register for this class.
 

Family Fun Game Night at Hooray for Books

August 27  • 7PM - 8PM •  Hooray for Books
Recommended for ages 4 and up.  Free.
 

Tasting: La Cuisine's Newest Olive Oils

August 28 • La Cuisine• 11AM - 5PM
A sampling of La Cuisine's newest discoveries: Madremignola and Mignola, both of Tuscany. 15% off any tasting-related item.
 

Knife Skills Class with Chef Joe Raffa!

August 29 • La Cuisine• 10AM- 12:30PM
$85 per person.  Limited to 6 people.  Joe Raffa, Executive Chef at Oyamel and nominee for the Rising Chef Star of the Year Award by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington will teach basic knife skills and knife care.  PLUS you will have the opportunity to work with La Cuisine's selection of first-rate knives. Joe will share his extensive knowledge of all types of knives and manufacturers that will help you in making future knife purchases.  Class registrants will receive a coupon for six free knife sharpenings as well as a 15% discount on any purchase or order made in the store within sixty days from the class date.
 

Young Adult Book Club at Hooray for Books

August 31  • 6:30PM - 7:30PM •  Hooray for Books
Call 703-548-4092 to reserve your space.
 

Make Your Own Kaleidoscope Class at Arts Afire

  • September 10 & 11 •  12PM - 4PM  •  Arts Afire
    $195 per person. Arts Afire is hold its first ever “Make Your Own Kaleidoscope Class” during its 13th Annual Kaleidoscope Show, taught by internationally acclaimed and award-winning kaleidoscope artists Judith Paul and Tom Durden.  Each student will walk away with a scope valued at $200 that they have made themselves. Class size is limited. Early registration is highly suggested. Class fee is due at enrollment. 
 

Kids Cooking Class - Tailgating Snacks

September 19 • La Cuisine• 10AM - 12Noon
$55 per child (includes all materials, a carry-home bag of useful kitchen tools and 15% store discount coupon)
Ages 7-11. Kids will learn hands on basic cooking skills and kitchen safety while creating healthy recipes, including Today’s menu will feature Spicy Chicken Fingers with Blue Cheese Dip, Mini Pizzas, Bite Size Nacho Cups, Cookie Cutter Pies, and Tropical Fizzy Punch (non-alcoholic, of course!). Click here to register for this class.
 

Mindful Eating: Cupcakes at Fitness on the Run

September 22  •  7PM  •   Fitness on the Run

$20 per person.  Want to have your cake and eat it, too? Approached with the right intention, both can avail you more self awareness, fewer binges, more joy and less stress. Join Jennifer Howe, a holistic health counselor with Howe to Eat, for a workshop on Mindful Eating – the art of savoring and truly appreciating your food.  She’ll teach you how to get in touch with your intuition around food: recognizing your natural hunger and satiety cues; knowing what your cravings really mean; choosing foods that are both pleasing and nourishing; reclaiming a healthy relationship with all food, all the time. Doesn’t that sound liberating? Click here to register. Cupcakes will be provided by Occasionally Cake.