Thursday Local Music Spotlight: The Reverie Jazz Trio

The Reverie Jazz Trio will be performing at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, Virginia on Thursday night. The Torpedo Art Factory is located near the water port in Old Town Alexandria. If you enjoy 'early jazz standards' and 'forgotten favorites' this is the jazz ensemble for you!

Address:
105 N. Union Street Alexandria, VA 22314

When: Thursday, January 28

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Phone: 703-838-4565

This is a FREE event!

If you miss their performance, The Reverie Jazz Trio performs from 7-10pm every Friday at the Westin Hotel Alexandria at Trademark Bar & Grill. Click here then go to dining section.

Thursday Local Music Spotlight: Reggae Night at O'Shaughnessy's

If reggae/go-go is your flavor, DJ's Ras Lidj and Deep will be mixing on the 1's and 2's at O'Shaughnessy's (formerly the Laughing Lizard Lounge) in Aelexandria, VA. 


There will be food and drink specials all night.


Address: 
1324 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

When: Thursday, January 28
Time: 8:00 pm - 1:00 am
Phone: 703-548-2582


This is a FREE event!


O'Shaughnessy's isn't much to look at in terms of decor, but the crowd is chill and laid back most nights. There is a small upstairs with pool tables and a more open downstairs where the live bands perform. It's on the corner and across the street from the infamous 'Rock it Grill'.

Budget: Local Consignment Shops

If you are on a budget, try shopping at some of these local consignment shops (also known as thrift shops) for one of kind clothing items:

Second Chance Boutique - Bethesda, MD

This upscale boutique been in business for 37 years and is a local Bethesda favorite. Second Chance Boutique has been featured in Fox Business News and The Washington Business Journal.  

Mustard Seed - Bethesda, MD

New, Used and Vintage Clothing. A friend of mine stands by this place and always finds the greatest jeans and tops here.

Electric Thread - Arlington, VA

A great vintage consignment shop, you can also purchase directly from their website here. 

New to You - Falls Church, VA

Another local favorite in the area. New to You has been featured in The Washington Post and W Magazine.You can purchase online and also follow their blog.

Monkey's Unlce - Washington, D.C.

Recycled children's clothing at low prices!

I will be adding to the list as I discover more consignment shops - but if you have a favorite please post in the comments section.

Updated 5.03.10
Mint Condition - Alexandria, VA
Consigned items are in like-new (Mint!) condition, in style and in demand. Join the Recessionista movement at Mint Condition today. I purchased a gorgeous Banana Republic dress with pockets from here which was on sale for 50% off and had an additional 30% off sticker, my total $15.00 (original price $45.00). I don't know about you, but a consignment shop with super sales is a win win!