01/05/2019
Uncertainty rises as Congress pushes border wall funding for spending bill into 2019: Are we any closer to a deal?
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Republican strategist Kevin Paul Scott and CEO of New Blue Interactive Taryn Rosenkranz weigh in on which side will cave first in the border wall funding battle.
03/10/2018
Talented Nuns Bust A Move, Dancing To A Zumba Choreography
Fun!
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An unlikely dance performance has emerged of a group of nuns flaunting their happy feet, dancing in incredibly funky and in-sync routine. At a local dance
11/23/2017
Happy Thanksgiving! Have a wonderful and safe holiday!
02/14/2017
Happy Valentine's Day! Hope you all enjoy the day.
12/31/2016
I hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday season so far and wishing all a Happy New Year!
11/24/2016
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you all have a fabulous feast with family and friends.
11/03/2016
The knee replacement surgery was a big success. I am already home and have started my physical therapy. Thanks for your best wishes and prayers
10/31/2016
Happy Halloween ! I hope you all have a great time today and enjoy your Trick and Treat! I was just looking at some pictures from last year's Halloween at the Studio. Fun!
On Tuesday November 1st, I am having my knee replacement surgery. I have been doing my pre-op exercises and think I am ready. I also have taken an aquatic exercise class to prepare. I will keep you posted on my progress.
08/26/2016
Yard Sale Tomorrow , Saturday August 27th,8:00 am to 12 noon. Brand new Ballet, Tap and Jazz shoes for sale , as well new leotards , tights and skirts. Holiday Stuff Galore, including Christmas , Mardi Gras, and even Summer Luau, are for sale. To honor the Olympics, Two Gold And Silver Lame large Torches!
Silk flowers, fabric, fans and dance canes and props. Hope to see you then .
08/22/2016
DANCE STUDIO YARD SALE
On Saturday August 27th, I am having a Yard Sale at my house at 1901 Old Stage Road. The hours are 8:00 AM to 12 :00 noon. Brand new Adult and Children's Ballet,Tap, and Jazz shoes are for sale. Also brand new leotards, skirts and tights are for sale in both adult and children's sizes.
Musical instruments and props of all kinds are also for sale,e.g. tambourines, maracas, dance canes, fans ,streamers, etc. if you have danced here at the studio ,I am sure you remember the extensive collections of musical instruments and props!
Costumes (some brand new) are also for sale: hats scarves, and accessories suitable for dress up or Halloween, maybe?
Studio decorations and deco ,and dance related artwork are also for sale.
One portable free standing adjustable Ballet Barre is also for sale (. Contact me via email immediately if interested in the Barre, [email protected]).
There will also be popular household and personal items available at this yard sale,e.g. Books, CDS, household items , clothes ,etc.
Hope to see you then!
07/05/2016
Print coverage from Mount Vernon Gazette
07/05/2016
News coverage from Mount Vernon Voice
07/05/2016
Online coverage from Mt. Vernon Gazette
Julie Houghton, the owner and director of The Dance Studio at Hollin Hall on Fort Hunt Road in Alexandria, began to close the doors of her studio on June 18.
Photos by Evan Jenkins/Gazette Packet
Read more here: http://www.mountvernongazette.com/news/2016/jun/30/mount-vernon-julie-houghton-dance-studio-retires-a/
06/30/2016
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Wrapping up Dance Camp Session 1 tomorrow. Regular Summer Classes begin this Saturday, July 2. Space is available in these Summer classes and also in the Dance Camp Session 2 July 25-29. It is not too late to order the 2016 Dance Recital DVD. Forms are available at the studio or you can order online at www.everclearvideo.com/video sales studios/Dance Studioat HH.htm. Thank you!
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06/21/2016
Thank you to all the dancers for doing such a good job at the
Recital. I was proud of all of you! Thank you to all my helpers backstage and out front too. Thank you for all the lovely flowers and gifts you have given me. It was so kind of you. Thank you for your kind words and best wishes you have given me.
I am looking forward to teaching my Summer Classes and Camps !
06/18/2016
Good Morning ! Today is Recital Day! Our theme is Family ,Friends and Love . It is at Bryant High School on Popkins Lane ,Alexandria next to St. Louis Catholic Church. Act 1 begins at 2 PM. Everyone dancing have a great show. I am very proud .
06/15/2016
Remember to order your DVD t o have a remembrance of this Year's Recital ! extra forms are available at the Studio . Please also remember to sign up for Summer Classes and Camps! Thank you
06/13/2016
We have classes all this week and there are choices for the Saturday classes to meet also. If you don't know the alternate Saturday times ,please call me at the studio. Also , we have a new videographer this year, I have handed out forms and more are available at the studio. You can also order at the Recital or online. I have also given out the 2 free tickets per family and more available at the studio this week or at the Recital. Thank you.
06/12/2016
Sunday June 12 th is Dress Rehearsal day at Bryant High School on Popkins Lane next to St .Louis Catholic Church. Further information is on the studio phone and also taped to the door at the studio. See you then.
06/04/2016
All Saturday Classes are ON and WiLlL Be HELD TOMORROW ! Pictures are after regular classes. Thank you.
06/03/2016
Tomorrow is Picture Day. On the envelope from Splendid is the time for your class to come. Please be sure to fill out the envelope before coming to the studio . It makes the process go smoother. You can include payment in the envelope or pre-pay online. Hope to see you , then. Thank you . If you have any questions, please call me at the studio or email me at ,[email protected] or call 703- 768-5084.
05/31/2016
I have handed out forms and times for Picture Day last week.if you were absent I have it for you. Picture Day is this Saturday June 4 in the afternoon. All regular classes are being held Saturday,so please come. This week I am handing out information about ordering a DVD Of the Recital. We have a new videographer this year and all the details are in the packet. Thank you.
05/18/2016
If you need to order tights, I am placing the order tomorrow morning ,Thursday May 19 th. Call the studio today with your order or email me your order. Phone is 703-768-5084 or email the [email protected]. I will take care of it. Thank you.
05/12/2016
Summer Classes and Dance Camps Flyers are available now. An important information sheet is also being handed out with Recital and Dress Rehearsal and Picture Day details.
04/26/2016
I have handed out forms to order tights for the Recital. Unfortunately,the size charts on the sheets are not complete. There are more child sizes available in both brands. The correct size charts are available at the Studio. Sorry for any inconvenience.
03/21/2016
We are open all this week and next for everyone's Spring Break ! See you at class!
02/16/2016
Today Tuesday February 16 th, The Dance Studio is open and all regular classes will be held. Thank you and see you then.
02/15/2016
I just got back from the Studio. The parking lot is not good and the latest weather predictions are also not good . I am cancelling classes for today. I will be calling all students scheduled for today so if you see this like so I won't call you. if you are in the 3:30 Pre-ballet ,an alternate class would be the following:Tuesday at 2:00, Thursday 9:30, Thursday at 2:00, Friday at 3:30 or Saturday at 12:15. If you are in the Introductory Ballet at 4:15, an alternate class would be Tuesday at 5:15, Friday at 4:30 ,or Saturday at 1:00. The 5:15 Elementary Ballet II , may come at Wednesday at 6:30. The Intermediate Tap at 6:15 ,may come Thursday at 5:30 or Wednesday at 5:30. The Ballet Barre / Stretch Class will meet Tuesday at 8:15 pm. Thank you.
02/15/2016
Today Monday February 15 th , we are scheduled to be open for classes. However , the weather Is rather unpredictable right now. I will make a decision after I check out the parking lot and road conditions. I expect to post my decision after 1:00 pm. Thank you.
01/30/2016
Today Saturday January 30 th, the Studio is open and all regular classes will be held.PLEASE bring in your costume forms so I can complete the order. I will be in the studio if you need tape measures or extra forms Until 3:00 pm.if you would like to make up a missed class , check the website for today's schedule . Thank you.
01/29/2016
Today Friday January 29 th ,the Studio is open and all classes will be held. If you would like to make -up a class , that is fine. Please bring your COSTUME FORMS in to the studio. I need to finish the order . Extra forms are on the door if you have misplaced yours. I will be in the studio today from 3:00 to 6:30 teaching to drop off the form or put in the mailbox. Thank you.
01/28/2016
Today Thursday January 28 th the Studio is open and all regular classes will be held. Please remember to hand in your costumes forms. Thank you.
01/27/2016
Today Wednesday January 27th ,the Studio is open and all regular classes will be held. If you would like to make up a missed class, that would be fine. Please remember to drop off the costume form so I can complete the order. If you have not received yours or have misplaced it, I have them at the studio. Please call me at the studio to arrange to pick one up. Thank you.
01/26/2016
Today Tuesday January 26 th , the Studio will be open for all classes as scheduled. If you would like to make up a missed class, that would be fine. Please don't forget to drop off your costume forms so I can complete the costume order. Thank you .