McLean 1910 Adds Lunch Hours

Since December 14, McLean 1910 Restaurant has been serving lunch in addition to dinner. Eventually Sunday Brunch will be added as well. Stay tuned for more news!

Jody Marshall To Perform Tonight at The Artisans

Jody Marshall

will entertain on hammered dulcimer

Wed., Dec. 8

4:30 - 6:30

Her holiday CD Carol of the Bells is available for sale

listen to a preview

A super simple holiday shopping tip from
The 3/50 Project:

For each person on your gift list who loves “Big Box” Coffee, “Big Box” Home Center, “Big Box” Clothing, “Big Box” Restaurant, “Big Box” Toys, or “Big Box” anything, buy them a gift certificate for the local, independent equivalent. You’ll introduce them to a gem while doing good!

Make Langley Shopping Center your first stop!

McLean Kicks off the Holidays



Struttin' his stuff at the ReinDog Pageant

McLean ReinDog Pageant

Saturday, December 4

8 - 10 a.m.

in the LSC parking lot

sponsored by the Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce

McLean WinterFest Community

Parade & Tree Lighting

Sunday, December 5

4 - 6 p.m.

Chain Bridge Rd. from Fleetwood to Brawner St.

McLeanWinterFest.org

McLean 1910 Now Open!

McLean 1910 Restaurant

NOW OPEN!!!

The 3/50 Project

Support Langley Shopping Center Merchants Year-round!

Pick 3...Spend $50

Did you know that for every $100 you spend at a local independently owned business, an average of $68 stays in our community? Pledge to spend just $50 a month at 3 different local independently owned businesses and support our local economy.

For more information, visit The 3/50 Project

McLean 1910 To Open

There's a new restaurant coming to town! McLean 1910 just finished a complete renovation of the space formerly occupied by Three Pigs Barbeque. The chefs are busy testing all the dishes on the menu and the wait staff looks forward to serving their delicious steak and seafood choices. Yes, it's going to be more sophisticated, but will also have a comfortable, family-friendly ambiance. After all, the owners are the same folks who have made McLean Family Restaurant a hometown fave.

Sipping, Shopping & Saving at The Artisans

Sipping:
Not sure which wine to serve with Thanksgiving turkey?
Doug House of Cecile's Wine Cellar will be here pouring four of his suggestions on

Thursday, Nov. 18,  6 - 8 pm

Shopping:
Why wait for Black Friday when you can get a head start on your gift list? We'll be all decked out for the holidays and ready to give you the royal treatment. Enjoy our civilized atmosphere, take pride in shopping locally, and enjoy some specially selected wine while you browse our outstanding selection of gifts and seasonal decor.
Saving:
20% off from 6 - 8 pm only.

Fisher House Foundation Fundraiser

Custom Framing Military
Medals and Memorabilia

As a token of appreciation to military families and friends, Color Wheel will donate $25 to the Fisher House Founda­tion for each military memorabilia custom framing order placed between November 11 and December 31.

If a family member or friend is serving in the Armed Forces, or is a veteran who proudly served our country, honor them with a three-dimensional shadow box or custom frame dis­play­ing their medals, insignia, badges, ribbons, patches, decorations, photos, and certificates.

Custom framing is the perfect way to preserve military memora­bilia, and a great source of pride and accomp­lish­ment for your family and future genera­tions. A shadow box or custom frame can be designed so medals can be removed and worn, and then replaced in the frame.

Our professional designers and artisans can preserve your treasures through the use of proper pro­tective materials, and recom­mend design and display ideas to suit your budget.

Place your custom framing order
TODAY for holiday gift giving!

703-356-8477, ext. 4
MYCOLORWHEEL.com

Marvelous Wine Tasting

Country Vintage Wine Tasting

Marvelous Market

Friday, Nov. 12

6 - 9 pm

Wine & Beer now available for sale at the

McLean Marvelous Market 

Trick or Treat Here Saturday

Calling all witches, goblins, ghosts and scary creatures!

Trick-or-Treat

with the LSC Merchants

Saturday, Oct. 30

The Artisans Featured in CRAVEdc Guide

The Urban Girl's Manifesto

The Artisans owners, Judith Harkins & Shannon Denny-Price, are profiled in the debut DC edition of the CRAVE Guides.

This popular series features local women entrepreneurs in the hip & sassy guide to what girls crave, be it

CONNECTIONS

ADVENTURES

EXPERIENCES

COMMUNITY

What do you crave?

Halloween Fun

Marvelous Market
Pumpkin Carving & Costume Contest

prizes awarded for best pumpkin and best costume!
free cookies & candies!

Saturday, October 23
2 p.m.

sign up this week to reserve a free pumpkin
703-790-1700

3 Generations Celebrating 45 Years

McLean, VA, October 15, 2010 — Color Wheel, a third generation family business, is celebrating their 45th anniversary and grand re-opening as a Benjamin Moore Signature Store at 1374 Chain Bridge Road in McLean.

Established in 1965 by Earl and Nellie Boswell, the recently remodeled 6,400-square-foot location is three stores rolled into one, featuring an extensive décor showroom, a custom picture framing studio, and paint and specialty finishes.

Color Wheel’s President Charlie Boswell, founder Elisabeth Boswell (second generation), Executive Director Renate Boswell Eschmann, and Kimberleigh Boswell (fourth generation) welcomed customers, family and friends at a recent celebration.

Color Wheel Paint Center, also a Benjamin Moore Signature Store located at 2802-D Merrilee Drive in Fairfax, features premium Benjamin Moore coatings.

For more information, visit MYCOLORWHEEL.com.

McLean Green Day:
Organic Food, Fitness & Fun!

Saturday, October 23, 2010
9 am to 12 noon
1830 Kirby Road, McLean

Trunk Show at The Artisans

BKg Trunk Show

3 Days Only: 10/15 - 10/17

Designed and made in the USA

100% soft, silky cotton in fabulous colors

Machine wash & dry

Easy fit in three size ranges

As comfy & low-maintenance as your favorite sweats, but you won't mind being spotted out in these!

Accessorize with our superb selection of fashion scarves, jewelry & handbags.

20% off during our 20th Anniversary Sale!

Barston's Child's Play NOW OPEN

We are pleased to welcome a new neighbor to our neighborhood shopping center: Barston's Child's Play. A family business for over 24 years, this is their fifth location in the greater DC area, so they know their stuff! The shelves are stocked with toys and games, puzzles and trains, books and music, arts and crafts, cards and party costumes, for children of all ages.  The store entices customers to meander through its many sections and plenty of informed staff are on hand and willing to assist you-never worry about a Birthday present again. 

Color Wheel is participating in McLean Green Day...

...and so are our Langley Shopping Center neighbors Flowers & Plants, Inc. and Marvelous Market. Stop by and see us on October 23!

Artisans Bag Day is this Saturday

The ARTISANS

Bag Day is the second Saturday of every month

Shop with your Artisans shopping bag and get 5% off!

No bag? Ask for one with your next purchase - the first one is free.
Want more special deals?

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Front Page News!
Click on link above for full story

Charlie and Kimberleigh Boswell are featured in this week's edition of the McLean Connection.

Sidewalk Sale October 30

Mark your calendars for our Semi-Annual Sidewalk Sale. Many of our merchants participate in this popular event that allows us to clear out old stock and you to reap the benefits. While all participants will be involved on Saturday, October 30, some merchants extend to prior or later dates so check their individual websites for more info.
To make this year even more exciting, grab the kids, dress up in your Halloween finery, and come Trick-or-Treating with us. All the shops will have candy to distribute, and we love to see the community come out for some old-fashioned, hometown fun.

You're Invited!
Click above for more information.
Color Wheel's Grand Re-Opening & 45th Anniversary
October 2, 2010
1374 Chain Bridge Road, McLean

Come to the Fall Festival

Saturday, Sept. 25

10 am - 5 pm

Prizes! Drawings! Giveaways!
Moon Bounce
Live Music by Peter Princiotto & Guests
Visit from the McLean Fire Department

flowers & plants etc.

Seminars throughout the day on floral design, orchid care & green plant care.

Enter for a chance to win a dozen roses.

Parcel Plus

Rent a mailbox for 3 months & get 3 months free

Lamps Unlimited

Enter our drawing for a 19" TV. Markdowns  in every department.

Richey & Co.

Beautifeel Trunk Show  - see all the latest styles

COLOR WHEEL

Register for our Grand Re-Opening
45th Anniversary Giveaway

The ARTISANS

Demonstrations by local craft artsts.
Wine sampling courtesy of Cecile's Wine Cellar.

Marvelous Market

Free samples & tastings

Peter Princiotto & Guests to perform at Fall Festival

Local composer, musician, and teacher Peter Princiotto will entertain at our Fall Festival on Sept. 25th, joined by a variety of guests for a showcase of homegrown musical talent. Peter will sing and play guitar, piano, and bass guitar; his performances, with guests, will include jazz and rock classics, and selections from his new CD Life's Mystery, which will be available for sale. For four decades Peter has performed in various groups and as a solo act, in addition to recording with the likes of Jim and Ashley Cash as well as Stan Whitaker and Frank Wyatt.

Fall Festival Updates

Plan on spending at least part of your day with us on September 25th. We have a fun community event planned at your neighborhood shopping center, including a visit from the McLean Fire Dept.
There are so many drawings for you to enter, we encourage you to bring a supply of return address labels to make the task quick and easy.
Lamps Unlimited: Enter to win a 19" TV while you enjoy discounts in every department
Richey & Co.: Beautifeel Trunk Show will all the new Fall styles
The Artisans: Demonstrations by local craft artists and wine sampling courtesy of Cecile's Wine Cellar
Color Wheel: Enter the Grand Re-Opening 45th Anniversary Giveaway
Flowers & Plants etc: demonstrations on flower arranging and plant care
Marvelous Market: Free samples and tastings
Parcel Plus: Rent a mailbox for 3 months and get 3 months free
Plus...enter to win $100 in Langley Loot, good at any of our merchants

Color Wheel's Grand Re-Opening and 45th Anniversary Celebration

COLOR WHEEL, a third generation family business, is having a Grand Re-Opening and 45th Anniversary Celebration on October 2 from 8 am to 6 pm at 1374 Chain Bridge Road in McLean. The recently remodeled 6,400-square-foot location is three stores rolled into one, featuring paint and specialty finishes, decorating products and services, and custom picture framing.

Earl and Nellie Boswell, their son Charles, and his wife Elisabeth established Color Wheel in September of 1965. From a modest start and a genuine interest in serving the community, the founders demonstrated extraordinary customer service that has transcended 45 years. The tradition of integrity and old-fashioned values is carried on today by Charlie Boswell, president, and his sister, Renate Boswell Eschmann.

With a fresh new look, one section of the store is reopening as a Benjamin Moore Signature Store, where you’ll find time-tested quality products in a newly designed space. A centrally located seating area provides a comfortable place to explore colors and finishes on your own or with the assistance of knowledgeable store professionals.

An extensive décor showroom features a large library of designer fabrics, wall coverings, trims, quality blinds, shades, and shutters, custom window treatments, re-upholstery, slip covers, bedding and accessories. Decorators are available for in-store or on-site consultations.

Color Wheel’s picture framing studio is staffed with award-winning professional designers and artisans. In addition to custom picture framing, consultation, delivery and picture hanging services, you’ll discover a selection of fine art, photo frames, decorative accessories, and more.

In honor of Color Wheel’s founders, the first ten customers to park a pre-1972 automobile at the event between 8 am and noon will receive a $45 Color Wheel gift certificate.

Drawings for products and services will be held during the October 2 celebration. Enter now for a chance to win at the McLean location or Color Wheel Paint Center at 2802-D Merrilee Drive in Fairfax. No purchase is necessary. Must be 18 years of age, one entry per person.

For more information on Color Wheel and this event, visit MYCOLORWHEEL.com.

Fall Festival Date Announced

Saturday, September 25

10 am - 5 pm

Demonstrations!  Free Samples!  Special Discounts!

Plus...come visit with firemen from the McLean station