We have finalized the plans for the memorial service. It will begin at 2 pm on Sunday November 16th in the Atruim at Meadowlark Gardens. However, we will have a gathering time before the service starting at 1 pm and a reception there afterwards. Please feel free to come for any and all of the afternoon. We realize the gathering time before the service is somewhat "non-traditional". The caterers will be there serving wine and beer and light snacks. My mom was very specific that she wanted this time before the service...in her words: "I don't want it to be a stiff occasion. I want people to come, have a drink, and relax before the service." She knew it was too much to ask for us to make it a party, but she definitely wants people to enjoy themselves and celebrate the wonderful life she felt so very fortunate to have lived.

Meadowlark Gardens in located at 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna, Virginia. Here is the link to the website for directions, etc. http://www.nvrpa.org/parks/meadowlark/

There are several hotels at nearby Tysons Corner. Here are a few:

Courtyard By Marriot
DoubleTree at Tysons Corner
Comfort Inn
Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner

I hope this helps. Please let me know if you need any more specific information.