dougebensteinadmin, Author at Douglas Ebenstein https://douglasebenstein.net/author/dougebensteinadmin/ Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:26:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://i0.wp.com/douglasebenstein.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/cropped-douglas-ebenstein-headshot.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 dougebensteinadmin, Author at Douglas Ebenstein https://douglasebenstein.net/author/dougebensteinadmin/ 32 32 194865641 Eden Center Named Large Business of the Year at the Falls Church Chamber of Commerce Stars & Stripes Ball https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-named-large-business-of-the-year-at-the-falls-church-chamber-of-commerce-stars-stripes-ball/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eden-center-named-large-business-of-the-year-at-the-falls-church-chamber-of-commerce-stars-stripes-ball https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-named-large-business-of-the-year-at-the-falls-church-chamber-of-commerce-stars-stripes-ball/#respond Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:22:30 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=233 We are incredibly proud to share that Eden Center has been honored with the Large Business of the Year award at the Falls Church Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Business Awards Gala – the Stars & Stripes Ball – held on the evening of March 19, 2026, at the historic State Theater in Falls Church, Virginia.The […]

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]]> https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-named-large-business-of-the-year-at-the-falls-church-chamber-of-commerce-stars-stripes-ball/feed/ 0 233 Eden Center Marks a New Chapter with Falls Church Police Substation Ribbon Cutting https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-marks-a-new-chapter-with-falls-church-police-substation-ribbon-cutting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eden-center-marks-a-new-chapter-with-falls-church-police-substation-ribbon-cutting https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-marks-a-new-chapter-with-falls-church-police-substation-ribbon-cutting/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:14:03 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=224 On Wednesday, March 18, Eden Center welcomed community members, business owners, and partners from the Falls Church Police Department for a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the renovation and grand re-opening of the police substation located in the Saigon West Mall. The event was a celebration of a partnership that has defined Eden Center’s commitment to […]

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]]> https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-marks-a-new-chapter-with-falls-church-police-substation-ribbon-cutting/feed/ 0 224 Douglas Ebenstein Celebrates Grand Re-Opening of Falls Church Police Substation https://douglasebenstein.net/douglas-ebenstein-celebrates-grand-re-opening-of-falls-church-police-substation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=douglas-ebenstein-celebrates-grand-re-opening-of-falls-church-police-substation https://douglasebenstein.net/douglas-ebenstein-celebrates-grand-re-opening-of-falls-church-police-substation/#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:02:52 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=217 Eden Center is proud to announce a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the renovation and grand re-opening of the Falls Church Police Department substation located in the Saigon West Mall at Eden Center. The ceremony marks a significant milestone in Eden Center’s longstanding partnership with the Falls Church Police Department – and a renewed commitment […]

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]]> https://douglasebenstein.net/douglas-ebenstein-celebrates-grand-re-opening-of-falls-church-police-substation/feed/ 0 217 Celebrate Lunar New Year at Eden Center https://douglasebenstein.net/celebrate-lunar-new-year-at-eden-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=celebrate-lunar-new-year-at-eden-center Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:40:20 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=199 Join us at Eden Center for free Lunar New Year celebrations honoring the Year of the Horse! These family-friendly events are open to everyone and start at 12 PM. Saturday, February 14: Kick off the festivities with face painting, balloon twisting, and caricatures. Tuesday, February 17: Experience a traditional community flag ceremony, lion dance, and giveaways, plus […]

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]]> 199 “Still We Rise”: Celebrating Vietnamese American Heritage at Eden Center https://douglasebenstein.net/still-we-rise-celebrating-vietnamese-american-heritage-at-eden-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=still-we-rise-celebrating-vietnamese-american-heritage-at-eden-center Sat, 14 Jun 2025 01:04:20 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=193 On Friday afternoon, May 16, 2025, a crowd gathered at Eden Center in Falls Church Virginia to witness the transformation of the wall under the iconic Eden Center clock tower into a vibrant open-air exhibit. The mural, Still We Rise, created by 17-year-old Nhung “Marilyn” Phan of Eleanor Roosevelt High School in Greenbelt, Maryland, is […]

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]]> 193 Eden Center Celebrates Vietnamese-American Heritage with Historic ‘NEWWAVE’ Film Screening https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-celebrates-vietnamese-american-heritage-with-historic-newwave-film-screening/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eden-center-celebrates-vietnamese-american-heritage-with-historic-newwave-film-screening Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:50:31 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=186 On Saturday, April 5, 2025, Eden Center—the heart of Little Saigon in Falls Church, VA—hosted a memorable screening of the acclaimed film “NEWWAVE,” directed by award-winning filmmaker Elizabeth Ai. The film vividly explores the profound impact of 1980s new wave music on first-generation Vietnamese Americans, capturing stories of identity, fashion, and community. This historic evening […]

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]]> 186 Vietnamese American Heritage Night Shines at the Kennedy Center https://douglasebenstein.net/vietnamese-american-heritage-night-shines-at-the-kennedy-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vietnamese-american-heritage-night-shines-at-the-kennedy-center Sat, 19 Apr 2025 14:51:28 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=188 On Friday, April 18, 2025, the Kennedy Center’s Skylight Pavilion was transformed into a vibrant celebration of culture, history, and community for Vietnamese American Heritage Night. Organized in partnership with Together, We Thrive, the event marked the 50th anniversary of the Vietnamese diaspora, commemorating a journey of resilience, innovation, and cultural pride. Douglas Ebenstein, President […]

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]]> 188 Douglas Ebenstein Sponsorship of Vietnamese American Heritage Night at the Kennedy Center https://douglasebenstein.net/douglas-ebenstein-sponsorship-of-vietnamese-american-heritage-night-at-the-kennedy-center/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=douglas-ebenstein-sponsorship-of-vietnamese-american-heritage-night-at-the-kennedy-center Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:51:57 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=190 Honoring 50 Years of Vietnamese American Progress Douglas Ebenstein, owner of the renowned Eden Center in Falls Church, Virginia, proudly stepped forward to celebrate and support the Vietnamese American community through sponsorship of the prestigious Vietnamese American Heritage Night at the Kennedy Center on April 18, 2025. This significant event marks half a century of […]

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]]> 190 Eden Center’s Vietnamese Eateries Honored in Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants 2025 https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-centers-vietnamese-eateries-honored-in-washingtonians-100-very-best-restaurants-2025/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eden-centers-vietnamese-eateries-honored-in-washingtonians-100-very-best-restaurants-2025 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:30:53 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=181 Eden Center’s Vietnamese Eateries Honored in Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants 2025 Eden Center—a vibrant Vietnamese shopping hub owned by Douglas Ebenstein—recently secured two spots in Washingtonian’s prestigious “100 Very Best Restaurants 2025.” Celebrating Authentic Cuisine Eden Center’s dual recognition underscores its commitment to authentic Vietnamese flavors and highlights Douglas Ebenstein’s role in fostering a […]

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]]> 181 Eden Center Hosts Field Trip Highlighting Vietnamese-American Heritage with Special Guest Mayor Letty Hardi https://douglasebenstein.net/eden-center-hosts-field-trip-highlighting-vietnamese-american-heritage-with-special-guest-mayor-letty-hardi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eden-center-hosts-field-trip-highlighting-vietnamese-american-heritage-with-special-guest-mayor-letty-hardi Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:56:01 +0000 https://douglasebenstein.net/?p=177 Eden Center recently hosted an unforgettable field trip to the heart of the Vietnamese-American community in Falls Church. Eden Center, the largest Vietnamese shopping center on the east coast recently opened its doors to a group of enthusiastic Meridian High School students and teachers. The event was designed to immerse participants in the rich history […]

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