Helen Partridge

Helen Partridge is a digital editor at Arlington Magazine. She is a New Jersey native and a graduate of Clark University and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Helen is a mother of three and has lived in Arlington since 2011.

Articles by This Contributor

Walk for Peace Enters Arlington on Monday and Tuesday

Rolling road closures expected in Arlington as Buddhist monk peace pilgrimage heads to D.C.

Where to Buy Decadent Valentine’s Chocolates in Northern VA

Surprise your sweetie with truffles, chocolate-coated spicy mango or the wildly popular Dubai chocolate bars.

What to Eat During Winter Restaurant Week

Dig into Korean barbecue, sushi, seafood and a whole lot more. The promo has been extended through Feb. 8.

Save Room for Falls Church Restaurant Week

Steak frites and house-made pastas are among the specials at more than 40 Little City eateries, and the promo's been extended through Feb. 8.

14 Spots for Skiing, Sledding, Tubing and Snowboarding Near D.C.

Embrace the cold with skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, an alpine coaster and the East Coast's longest sled run.

Kids Have the Day Off But You Don’t? Try These Single-Day Camps

Schools are closed, but your office isn't. Keep the kids happy and engaged with these active, artsy and brainy one-day camps.

Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Northern VA If You’re 21+

The bubbly will be flowing and the bass will be thumping at these bar crawls, costume balls and retro dance parties. 

5 Places to Celebrate New Year’s Eve with Kids in the DMV

No need to stay up until midnight and risk a meltdown. Get the wiggles out with matinee ball-drops, rockin' tunes, magic shows and more.
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Where to Get Last-Minute Holiday Gifts in NoVA

Find something for everyone on your list, from luxe fashion and fun jewelry to outdoor gear and home decor, at these locally-owned boutiques.

9 Indie Bookstores to Shop This Holiday Season in Northern VA

Skip the big-box stores and visit these small, local booksellers to find great gifts for readers of all ages.

Where to Buy Your Christmas Tree This Year

Head to these area tree lots and farms to find the perfect evergreen—and support a good cause while you're at it.

Where to Buy Good Bread for Your Holiday Table

Pick up spiced, seasoned and fruited holiday loaves, plus classic baguettes, boules, challah and other leavened goodies from these Northern Virginia bakeries.