This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Mount Vernon Jewelers owner K.J. Park. The jewelry shop recently relocated to the Potomac Square Shopping Center.  Mt. Vernon Jewelers has been in business since 1981. With a current focus on battery changes, jewelry repairs and ring sizing, the shop also specializes in custom jewelry work. The store offers an excellent selection of fine jewelry, including gold pieces, diamond rings, pearls, wedding bands and silver. In addition, Mount Vernon Jewelers …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Jessie Biele. Jessie recently celebrated her two-year anniversary with Patch.com in Northern Virginia. Currently, she is Local Editor for the Mount Vernon, Fort Hunt and Belle Haven editions of Patch.com. Originally from East Patchogue, NY, Jessie attended SUNY- Purchase College and graduated in 2008 with a double major in Journalism and Women’s Studies. While attending college, she was a contributor for her student-run weekly, The Purchase Independent and…

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles long-time Alexandria resident and Anytime Fitness owner and manager Beverly Hahn. The fitness center will celebrate its four-year anniversary in January 2013. Open 24 hours a day and 365 days a year, Anytime Fitness Alexandria prides itself on providing its members with convenient and affordable fitness options in a friendly, well-maintained facility. The gym features top-quality exercise equipment, as well as state-of-the-art security and surveillance …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles long-time Mount Vernon resident and Doctors Express owner and manager Earl Reed. A full-service medical office located on Richmond Highway, Doctors Express of Mount Vernon offers a wide range of care services, including testing, lab work, x-rays, prescriptions and more. The walk-in clinic is open every day and appointments are not required. Services offered include lab work, sports injury care, minor surgical care, as well as help with issues related to …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles El Paso Mexican Restaurant owner Jose Lopez. Lopez owns and operates three of El Paso’s Northern Virginia locations: Mount Vernon, Springfield, and Fairfax. A family affair, his brother, Daniel Lopez, manages the Mount Vernon location, and his wife, Lorena, manages the Fairfax location. El Paso specializes in contemporary and authentic dining options, including burritos, tacos, fajitas, salads, soups and quesadillas. Real, Mexican-style brunch — including huevos con …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Greg Husar, General Manager and Owner, Sherwood Gourmet. With more than 30 homemade breakfast, lunch and dinner options, as well as weekly specials, Sherwood Gourmet is a local deli and gourmet shop that offers a small, in-house dining area, delivery and catering options.  The deli features a wide range of gourmet crackers, chips, salsas, olive oils, baked goods, as well as soft serve ice cream and candies. Sherwood Gourmet also offers a selection of domestic and …

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: An Alexandria-based tutoring center is hiring part-time, highly motivated, versatile, dependable, qualified teachers in the following subjects: chemistry, biology, history, English and writing. Sessions may be scheduled as follows: Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sessions are in two-hour increments. Hours vary from two to 10 hours per week. Candidates must have strong communication skills. http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/edu/3154427148.html…

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Mount Vernon Community Children's Theatre summer camp drama teacher and Carl Sandburg Middle School drama teacher Sara Jane Lilley. Through the use of hands-on learning of the theatrical arts, MVCCT offers children, ages 3-18, the opportunity to enhance their development---building self-confidence, character, self-expression, autonomy and responsibility. The organization offers three to four productions a year, featuring children in all roles, as well as …

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate is hiring PM Line Cooks for the Mount Vernon Inn and Restaurant, and Food Pavilion. Competitive compensation and full benefits package available, depending on hours worked. Position requires availability for evening shifts and weekends. Responsibilities include: providing nutritious, safe, appealing and properly flavored foods; assisting with daily specials; implementation and supervision of cleaning schedules; instruction and …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Biscuit Break Pet Service owner Cathy Read, Owner, Biscuit Break Pet Service. A professional pet care company, Biscuit Break Pet Service is liscensed, insured and bonded, and offers daily care, including daily visits or walk, vacation and holiday pet sitting, for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, birds and other pets living in the South Alexandria area. Email: biscuit.break@verizon.net; 703-799-2993. Cathy, originally from Punxsutawney, PA, moved to the Mount…

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: A children’s theatre camp near Mount Vernon Estate is hiring for a teaching position, from July 2-13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Elementary- and middle school-aged children learn basic acting skills, play theatre games, and rehearse for final showcase. Camp is divided into four groups, each with an assistant and lead teacher. Mornings are devoted to straight drama, and afternoons focus on musical theatre. A musical director joins the camp in the afternoon to teach singing and …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Kathryn Horn Coneway, Director and Instructor at Art at the Center. Coneway grew up in the Riverside Gardens neighborhood and returned to the Mount Vernon area five years ago. Prior to returning to her hometown, she and her husband, Chad (who was in the Navy for 10 years), lived in Norfolk, Rhode Island and San Diego. Kathryn attended Stratford Landing Elementary School, Carl Sandburg Middle School and West Potomac High School. Kathryn studied art and …

  Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: Alexandria chiropractic office looking to hire a part-time front desk assistant. Job responsibilities include a broad range of small business office duties, including answering phones, customer service, data entry and more. Applicants must have good computer and communication skills. Skills required include: strong written and oral communication skills; computer skills; exceptional organizational skill; ability to multi-task under pressure; and, ability to stand for long …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people living and working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Beth Bottcher, Designer/Owner, Buckingham Style.  Bottcher, who is originally from Northern Michigan, has lived in the Mount Vernon area for eight years. Prior to living in Northern Virginia, she and her husband, Bruno, lived in Ventura, CA. She has a Bachelors of Arts degree from Grand Valley State University in MI, as well as a Masters of Arts degree from Fairfield State University in Fairfield, CT. In addition, Beth received her Professional Designation…

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: An Alexandria salon is looking for a shampoo assistant to help with shampoo, cleaning and front desk help. Some experience required, training opportunities available. $10/hour, plus tips. Hours: Wednesday-Saturday. http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/spa/2997354785.html Alexandria in-home pet sitting and dog walking company seeking reliable, responsible midday dog walkers. Candidates must be available from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday, have reliable transportation, have…

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Occasionally Cake owner, cake artist, and executive pastry chef Sabrina Campbell. The bakery has two locations: its flagship store in Mount Vernon and a brand-new Old Town location at 207 King Street. Like some business start-ups, Campbell’s cake career began as a hobby. Upon discovering more than six years ago that her good friend, Marcia Crandall, made cakes as well, they began an evening ritual of baking and decorating, which eventually led to the opening of the …

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: Beyer Automotive Group of Alexandria is looking for an Assistant Manager for its Business Development Center. The BDC Assistant Manager will support the BDC Manager and E-Commerce Director, managing Internet and phone leads, as well as maintain current and prospective client database. Ideal candidate will effectively utilize company’s for-profit strategies to ensure company achieves revenue and objective targets. Additional responsibilities will be added as needed by …

This Q&A feature helps readers learn more about people working in the Mount Vernon business community. This week’s Q&A profiles Washington Mill Elementary School principal Dr. Lizette “Tish” Howard. Howard lives in Fredericksburg and has driven more than 100 miles round trip daily to get to WMES for 10 years. She has lived in Virginia for more than 20 years. Originally from western Pennsylvania, Howard earned her bachelor's and master’s degrees in speech and language pathology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and received her PhD in education leadership and counseling from George …

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: The Fountains Day Spa in Old Town Alexandria is seeking a full-time Virginia licensed massage therapist. Candidates are required to be able to work six to eight hour shifts, including weekends. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to retain and grow a client base, make product and service recommendations that reflect the needs of clients and work effectively as a member of the spa team. Pay is commission based. Benefits include: insurance and paid vacation (for full-time…

Each week, Mount Vernon Patch brings you some of the area’s job listings. Here are some of this week's noteworthy finds: A fast paced small animal and exotic practice in the Mount Vernon area is seeking a full-time evening licensed veterinary technician to work from noon until  7 p.m. Monday to Friday, and two Saturdays a month from 7 a.m. until noon. Occasional holidays are required. Will accept LVT students close to graduation. Practice has an in-house laboratory with a Calalyst, Snap reader and Procyte, digital radiology system, digital dental radiography, Ultrasound and Endoscopy, CO2 …