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EVgo – Pike 7 Plaza

EVgo charging station ribbon cutting at Pike 7 Plaza ©TimeLine Media
EVgo charging station ribbon cutting at Pike 7 Plaza ©TimeLine Media

Tysons, Virginia

Late in 2019, I photographed the opening of car chargers from EVgo – Pike 7 Plaza. In another step in the continuing development of Tysons, these electric car chargers added power options for the growing electric car market. At this time, VIPs from EVgo, Federal Realty, and the Commonwealth of Virginia attended the ribbon cutting ceremony. Stacy from TEDxTysons referred me to cover this event. As can be seen, this station is in the heart of the newest developments in Tysons.

EVgo charging station at Pike 7 Plaza ©TimeLine Media
EVgo charging station in Tysons are the Greensboro metro stop ©TimeLine Media
Cathy Zoi, CEO of EVgo at the Pike 7 ribbon cutting ceremony ©TimeLine Media
Cathy Zoi, CEO of EVgo at the Tysons, Virginia ribbon cutting ceremony ©TimeLine Media

Being a technology geek, this opening overall sparked my interest. Although they are becoming more popular, I am not that familiar with electric cars. While covering this event, I learned more about the partnerships between EVgo and Virginia to create more charging places throughout the state. In short, they have made it possible to travel throughout Virginia in an electric vehicle with the range of the cars, and the distance between stations. Even if gasoline powered vehicles are still the majority, this feels like the future!

Matthew J. Strickler, Secretary of Natural Resources in Virginia speaking in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Matthew J. Strickler, Secretary of Natural Resources in Virginia speaking in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Virginia Delegate Mark Keam at the EVgo car charger opening ceremony in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Virginia Delegate Mark Keam at the EVgo car charger opening ceremony in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Deirdre M. Johnson of Federal Realty Trust speaking in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Deirdre M. Johnson of Federal Realty Trust speaking in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Cars and guests at the EVgo ribbon cutting ceremony in Tysons, VA ©TimeLine Media
Cars and guests at the EVgo ribbon cutting ceremony in Tysons, VA ©TimeLine Media

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Cicadas 17 years

Close up view of cicada on a leaf ©TimeLine Media Cicadas 17 years
Close up view of cicada on a leaf ©TimeLine Media

Virginia

This summer, we expect to have an explosion of cicadas – 17 years after the last time this brood was above ground. Since the last time they were around, their nymphs have been buried underground. Although it is unknown how or why they have such a long dormant time, it is precisely timed. So do not be alarmed if you are awakened by their loud buzzing later this summer! Being that the first time I remember this phenomenon was the summer before my wedding, I will have this strange date range in mind.

Off camera flash to simulate daylight on a cicada in the garden ©TimeLine Media - Cicadas 17 years
Off camera flash to simulate daylight on a cicada in the garden ©TimeLine Media

On this occasion, I found some cicadas sitting on large leaves in my garden. It was not moving at all even though I was adjusting my camera and flashes on stands. In this case, I used a macro lens to get the camera as close to the cicada as I could. Surprisingly, it did not move even as I got the flash and lens remarkably close to its face!

Cicada on a leaf in the garden ©TimeLine Media
Cicada on a leaf in the garden ©TimeLine Media
Clematis bloom in the garden ©TimeLine Media
Clematis bloom in the garden ©TimeLine Media

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Tysons Tower Apartments

Tysons Tower Apartments ribbon cutting at their grand reopening ©TimeLine Media
Tysons Tower Apartments ribbon cutting at their grand reopening ©TimeLine Media

Tysons, Virginia

This post is one year following the grand reopening of the Tysons Tower Apartments. On this occasion, the caterer referred me for this event. Augustin from The Chef’s Table Caterers and Event Planners contacted me since we have worked many Santa Breakfast’s together.

Ice sculpture and cake at the Tysons Towers Apartments ©TimeLine Media
Ice sculpture and cake at the Tysons Towers Apartments ©TimeLine Media

At this time, the apartment building was celebrating their grand reopening. For months prior to the celebration, they renovated all the apartments and the common areas of the facility. During the ribbon cutting ceremony, and the reception, it was nice to the residents happy with the results. To be sure it was tough work to coordinate the project with so many residents. Now they celebrated the results! Without a doubt, the residents and staff have a beautiful new building to work and live.

Hummus and pita plate from The Chef’s Table Caterers and Event Planners ©TimeLine Media
Start of buffet line at the Tysons Towers Apartment 2019 Grand Reopening reception ©TimeLine Media
Start of buffet line at the Tysons Towers Apartment 2019 Grand Reopening reception ©TimeLine Media
Reception room with residents celebrating the grand reopening of their residence in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Reception room with residents celebrating the grand reopening of their residence in Tysons ©TimeLine Media
Staff at the Tysons Towers Apartments after their 2019 grand reopening reception ©TimeLine Media
Staff at the Tysons Towers Apartments after their 2019 grand reopening reception ©TimeLine Media

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