Stories for October 2017

Washington West Film Fest in Reston

Actor Robert Duvall, Clive Davis arrive on the red carpet.

Boo and Brews Festival at Lake Anne

Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest, Music, and Beer Gardens at all the Restaurants.

Results Announced from RCC Preference Poll

Reston Community Invited To See ‘Police Toys’

Reston District Station hosts Open House.

Real Estate Developer Acquires 1 of Reston’s 2 Golf Courses

Suspect Charged 22 Years After Alleged Sexual Assault of Four Women in Reston

Commentary: Election Season Jitters

Big On Salad and Healthy Eating in Herndon

Food Day held at Herndon Elementary.

Herndon Town Council Approves Agreement on Downtown

Construction anticipated to begin in 2019 and estimated to be completed in 2021.

A Kitchen Table Talk – Boysko’s Youth Forum in Herndon

‘Lost in Yonkers’ Being Performed in Potomac

Congregation Har Shalom's Peace Mountain Theatre Company presents Neil Simon comedy.

Ghosts, Princesses, Superheroes, Oh My in Potomac

Second annual Halloween FunFest at St. James’ Episcopal Church.

What’s on the Local Ballot in Virginia?

Election Day: Nov. 7

Melodic Harmonies of Nature Tune Out Urban Noise in Vienna

Local choir performs “Surround Sound” one night only.

Baha’i Followers Celebrate at Vienna Town Green

Halloween Parade Held in Vienna

Politicians, marching bands, police and fire departments, and ghouls and goblins march down Maple Avenue.

‘Passion For Fashion’ Show at Tysons Corner Raised $135K For Child Victims of Abuse

McLean Community Center Approves 2019 Budget

Final budget to be presented to County Board of Supervisors for approval.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: It’s Time Leaders Support Equal Pay for Equal Work

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Thank You, McLean

‘Food For Trees’ Sale Benefits Local Food Pantry in McLean

Halloween Wagon Ride Through Riverbend Park

Not-so-scary trek through the meadow to learn about park's animal inhabitants.

‘Real Food For Kids’ Salad Bar Opens at Great Falls Elementary

Schools to Serve ‘Real Food for Kids’

McLean’s Holiday Homes Tour Set for Dec. 7

Commentary: West Montgomery County Citizens Association: Potomac Master Plan Threatened — Again

Arlington's Synetic Theater Presents ‘Peter Pan’

Production includes flying acrobatics in magical place filled with fairies, pirates, and mermaids.

Commentary: Campagna Center: Lights On Afterschool

Keeping children safe and engaged after school.

Commentary: AWLA Free Event Helps Residents with Their Pets

Rebuilding Together Alexandria: Preparing for Colder Months

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Re-claim Poorly Maintained Park

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Passion for Beautification

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Disappointing ‘Back 2 Blue’

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Appreciating ‘Pet Friendly’

Commentary: Housing as Infrastructure

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Glorifying Death

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Not Intimidated

Commentary: Green Economic Revitalization

‘Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike’ at The Little Theatre of Alexandria

LTA presents comedy about a clan from Bucks County, Pa.

People At Work: Volunteers Nourish West End Pantry in Alexandria

T.C. Williams Teen Wins Heroic Service Activity Award

New High School in Alexandria?

Discussion of overcrowding leads to new high school.

Two Murders; One Week in Alexandria

Metamorphosing the Capital Budget in Alexandria?

Task force shortly to wrap governing bodies in cocoon of expert advice.

2017 Best in Business Awards in Alexandria

Chamber honors local businesses.

Too Much Parking in Alexandria?

New commercial parking standards to ease requirements on businesses.

Community Gathers To Celebrate Potomac Day

Coordinated by Potomac Chamber of Commerce

Saturday marked the 35th annual Potomac Day celebration.

Appetite: Small Plates, Craft Cocktails Reign Supreme at DRP Reserve

A Celebration of Bahá’ís of Fairfax

About 200 members fete the 200th anniversary of the birth of Bahá’u’lláh.

‘They Make You Feel Like You’re a Person’

Lamb Center guests share their stories.

Top O’ the Hill House Restored in Burke

Silas Burke House to open for public.

Burke Gives Back to Help Fight Hunger

Volunteers prepare 25,000 fortified meals.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Northam, a Steady Hand for Governor

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Don’t Give Your Power Away: Vote

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: We Should All Kneel

Commentary: Poll Favors Housing

Voters strongly believe that people who work in their community should be able to find a home there.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Dishonest and Misinformed

Who Will Help Dreamers and Refugees?

Individuals, religious groups and other organizations share same goal.

Providing SoberRide on Halloween

Library Jubilee at Pohick Library

250 people help raise $120,000 in fundraiser for Fairfax County Library.

Pohick Library jubilee

Facing – and Fighting – the Opioid Crisis

Connolly and Bulova host Opioid Crisis Roundtable.

Shifting Political Battlefield for Virginia General Assembly

Solid blue urban areas separated by political beltway from solid red exurbs.

Northern Virginia has more competitive seats than any other part of the commonwealth, a ring of districts that forms a beltway of sorts separating the inner solid blue in Arlington and Alexandria from the solid red in rural and exurban seats in Loudoun and Prince William. That puts Fairfax County squarely in the driver’s seat this November, when Democrats hope to pick up seats in an election that has balanced local issues like schools and roads with the ongoing reaction to President Donald Trump.

Professionals Prepare Local Nutcracker Dancers

Performances at West Potomac High School.

Nutcracker in Mount Vernon

Local Author Recounts History of Lost Homes

Author Jay Roberts uncovers 16 historic homes in area that were demolished.

What To Believe? Data or Driving on Parkway?

NPS: Less traffic on George Washington Parkway than in 1991.

GW Parkway

New High School for Alexandria?

Discussion of overcrowding leads to new high school

Alexandria's School Board is beginning to look at the prospect of a second high school.

Helping Poor, Homeless For a Quarter Century

The Lamb Center celebrates 25th anniversary.

Looking for the Key to Happiness in Pippin'

Woodson High presents the musical, ‘Pippin.’

The Few. The Proud.

Fairfax woman takes top spot in 42nd Marine Corps Marathon.

Marine Corps Marathon

LeMunyon Seat May Be Democrats' Best Chance of Taking Out GOP Incumbent

House District 67 is one of the most hotly contested races of the year.

On paper, the 67th House District seems like solidly blue territory. Democrat Hillary Clinton won it with almost 60 percent of the vote. But Republican Del. Jim LeMunyon (R-67) has been in office for four terms, a time that this slice of Northern Virginia has been trending increasingly toward the Democratic Party. That puts this district in the spotlight as one of the most competitive House of Delegates races in Virginia, and it’s one reason supporters of Democrat Karrie Delaney say she's got a shot at ousting LeMunyon.

Westfield Bulldogs Defeat Centreville Wildcats

Chantilly’s Homecoming Loss

Funny, Relatable Show, Timeless Love Story in Chantilly

Chantilly High presents “Pride and Prejudice.”

Celebrating 25th Annual Centreville Day

The 25th annual Centreville Day celebration was Saturday, Oct. 21.

‘A Vital Part of Our Community’

Mildred DeBell: Centreville Day 2017 Citizen of the Year.

Chantilly Chargers on Parade

Chantilly High’s Homecoming Parade was Friday, Oct. 20, in Greenbriar.

Alexandria Home Sales: September, 2017

In September, 2017, 171 Alexandria homes sold between $2,050,000-$133,000.

Alexandria Home Sales: September, 2017

Chantilly High’s Homecoming Parade

Centreville Boy Scout Troop 577, Bryan Hunt, Honored

Room of Restonians: 'We Don’t Want This'

The Fairfax County Department of Planning and Zoning-proposed amendment would alter the zoning regulations by changing the density cap in Reston for areas that are zoned Planned Residential Community (PRC) District. Restonians are trying their best to stop it in its tracks.

Poem: Trick or Treat

Simmons Earns Eagle Rank in Centreville

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Boysko for 86th

Commentary: Independent Progressive: Reston Farmers Market Open thru Dec. 9

Commentary: Staycation II

Man Charged with Luring Victim with Job Ad, Sexual Assault

Fairfax County Marks Completion of Colvin Run Stream Restoration

Potomac Almanac Entertainment Calendar through Mid November

Potomac Entertainment Calendar

Arlington Entertainment Calendar Through Mid November

Arlington Entertainment Calendar

Vienna-McLean-Great Falls Entertainment Calendar through Mid November

Defendant Accused of Murder Gets New Legal Representation

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Honoring Barbara Rose Johns

FCPS Superintendent Embarks on Q-and-A Tour

Drug Take-Back Day

Fatal Collision in Potomac Investigated

Advice for Seniors Resource fair on Oct. 27 in Gaithersburg

Fire Displaces Potomac Family

Celebrating 40 Years in Potomac

Country Casual Teak honors its history.

Community Gathers To Celebrate Potomac Day 2017

Coordinated by Potomac Chamber of Commerce.

Potomac Day 2017

Yorktown High School Takes Steps against Substance Abuse

Citing expectations for behavior, and then consequences.

Facing Local Drug Use Epidemic

Some parents were unaware; some knew well the pain of drug use in youths.

Fall Heritage Festival in Arlington

‘Quartet Uncorked’ in Arlington

Happy Hour Series at Bennett Park Art Atrium attracts crowd.

Marine Corps Marathon Sunday, October 22, 2017

The Few. The Proud. Local runners take top spots in 42nd Marine Corps Marathon

McLean's Lewinsville Center Reimagined

New campus to add low-income housing capacity and activities for seniors.

Vienna Theatre Company Presents Radio Play

"In Living Sound – Back Home" is first show in newly renovated Vienna Community Center.

After Two Liver Transplants, a Marathon

Steve Nugent, 53, of Vienna runs in Marine Corps Marathon.

Langley High School Saxons Unveil New Library and Fine Arts Wing

Great Falls Studios Open to Neighbors

Annual Studio Arts Tour features 22 local artists, variety of styles.

Taste of Poland at Great Falls Library

Commentary: Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer

Commentary: My 5 Marathon Training Must-Haves

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Why Allow Dogs in Stores?

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Alternatives To Taking a Knee

Commentary: Four Big Issues No One Is Discussing This Election

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: ‘Come Together’ For Stuart

People At Work: It Takes a Village in Alexandria

At Home in Alexandria sponsors neighbors helping neighbors.

Remembering the Fallen in Alexandria

Ivy Hill ceremony honors fire and EMS personnel.

Deal with Developer in Alexandria

First council brawl of the fall.

Good Neighbors And Bad Neighbors in Alexandria

Airbnb discussion

Tale of Two Waterfronts

With the opening of The Wharf, the Potomac River gets a little more crowded.

‘Heart of Alexandria’

Local volunteers to be recognized Oct. 19.

God Shed His Grace on Thee in Alexandria

Church’s candidate forum illustrates intricate religious, political, racial dynamics.

National Fire Prevention Week in Alexandria

Understanding Wartime Veterans Benefits

ASO: Alexandria Symphony To Present Nature-Themed Concert

Led by Conductor James Ross.

Appetite: 3 Coffee Shops to Perk Up Your Day

Sports: Victories at Occoquan Chase

Rowers win Singles, Doubles and 8s races.

Obituary: Lester Marion Winslow

Talk to Playwright in Alexandria

Hope Grows at Rising Hope Gala

Donations still being accepted for matching gift.

Running Like the Wind in Mount Vernon

Stratford Landing students raise funds for their school.

Fashion Show in Mount Vernon Benefits Community

Yacht Haven Garden Club hosts annual fundraiser.

Sports: Junior Umpires Make the Calls for Ft. Hunt Little League

Teens cover nearly 70 percent of umpire slots.

Walking to End Alzheimer’s

Swing for Pink in Mount Vernon

Making a Difference for Local Families

Complete the Circle FOODRaiser is Oct. 29.

Fun at Fairfax Fall Festival

The 41st annual Fairfax Fall Festival was Saturday, Oct. 14.

Fairfax City Schools Receive VML Award

Fire Prevention Week Teaches Safety Tips in Fair Oaks

Annual open house offers fun for all ages.

Autumn Wonderland Open in Burke

Pumpkin Playground at Burke Nursery and Garden Center offers children rides, attractions, and animals.

Lorton Fire Station Holds Open House

191 people visit Company #19 at Lorton Volunteer Fire Department.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Budget Based on Values

Burke Fire Station Welcomes Community

Burke Volunteer Fire and Rescue's theme: ‘Plan two ways out; every second counts.’

Commentary: What To Do Against the ‘Nightmare Scenario’?

Boosting a Child’s Self-Esteem

A positive self image is a lifelong gift.

Flu Shot Clinic Serves Double Duty as Disaster-Planning Scenario

Planning for the worst while helping city residents feel their best.

Alexandria is in the grip of a medical emergency. A mysterious strain of influenza is creating a deadly health crisis, and it doesn’t seem to be responding to the standard flu vaccine. Wait. Calm down. It’s just a disaster planning scenario.

King's Jewelry

Day School Fall/Winter Children‛s Consignment Sale! Oct 25-27

Saturday, October 21: Torpedo Factory Art Center 22nd Annual Art Safari

Get Ready for Centreville Day

25th annual celebration is this Saturday.

Sully District Police Station Honors Tessema

After Second Trial, Bonds Not Guilty

Teen was charged with murder at Cabell’s Mill.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Festival of Lights

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Awareness Of Alzheimer’s

Westfield Defeats Oakton 34-14

Getting to Know Their Firefighters at Fair Oaks Fire Station Open House

With the theme, “Every second counts; plan two ways out,” fire stations across Fairfax County held open houses on Saturday, Oct. 14.

‘Middle-Class Joe’ Campaigns for Northam in Reston

Democratic gubernatorial campaign touts free community college.

Lighting the Night in Reston

Light the Night walk in Reston to raise $3.5 million for leukemia research.

Reston Home Tour Offers ‘A New Perspective’

Nabra Hassanen's Parents Come Face-To-Face with the Accused

Fairfax County grand jury indicts; County Commonwealth’s Attorney plans to pursue death penalty.

Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Attracts Standing-room Audience

Town Manager outlines the agreement and provides answers to questions from the public.

Paying Tribute to Veterans in Herndon

Oakton Falls to Westfield, 34-14

Raising Funds To Honor Veterans

Fire Trucks and Fireman Came Out for the Open House in West Springfield

Fire Station Open House

The Elusive Trail of the Bunnyman Urban Myth

Fairfax County Library investigator: ‘This Guy Doesn’t Exist.’

Bunnyman Bridge Urban Legend

Herndon Equips New Parking Enforcement Officer with Tech

Retiring from Herndon to Fulfill Duties in Ghana

Fox Mill Elementary Hosts Japanese Exchange Students

Hornet Pride Goes on Parade in Herndon

Event draws nearly 1,500 participants.

Commentary: Shades of the Old South

It is always important to vote, but it is more important than ever this year.

Business: Potomac's Anthony Wilder Design/Build Honored

Company inducted into The Great Game of Business Hall of Fame.

Help Available for Victims of Domestic Violence in Montgomery County

County seeks to raise awareness.

Interfaith Greenway in Potomac

Project links properties, congregations.

Learning Potomac History

Local historian shares stories with WMCCA members.

Retreat for Caregivers in Potomac

Opportunity to practice self-care.

Creekfest in Cabin John

Humanitarian Award

Oktoberfest at Marymount Farmer's Market

Arlington Home Sales: September, 2017

In September, 2017, 242 Arlington homes sold between $2,395,000-$97,000.

Arlington Home Sales: September, 2017

Share in Refugee Journey in Arlington

Paying for World Class in Arlington

Budget discussions target county spending.

Potomac Entertainment Calendar through Nov. 5

Potomac Entertainment Calendar

Learning at the Firehouse in Arlington

Public gets look inside the life of their local firefighters.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Follow Original Green Mission in Arlington

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Serving Fossil Fuel Interests

In Thailand

Great Falls Gym Re-opening Honors Joe Cassella

Vienna-Great Falls-Mclean Calendar Through Nov. 3

Entertainment Calendar

Arlington Entertainment Calendar through Nov. 1

Arlington Entertainment Calendar

Great Falls Fire Station Opened Its Doors For A Day

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Preserving Character of Great Falls

Obituary: Marjorie Williams of Great Falls Dies at Age 105

Week in Great Falls

Saving Rhinos in South Africa

Great Falls resident using game-changing technology boosts rhino protection.

McLean Fire Station Opened Its Doors For A Day

BASIS Independent McLean Debuts New Mascot

House Of Delegates Candidates Square Off In Debate In Great Falls

Ethics Day Held at Madison High in Vienna

Vienna Couple’s Days to Remember

Celebrating arrival of grandson, winning the horse race.

Celebrating PHILLIPS’ 50th Anniversary

Fall Walk for Hemophilia Association in Springfield

$82,000 raised during walk around Lake Accotink Park on Saturday.

Potomac Day 2017: Parade To Spotlight Potomac Chamber Honorees

This Saturday: Potomac Day

A Gender-Bending Twist for ‘Hamlet’ in Falls Church

Port City Playhouse performs at Sleepy Hollow United Methodist

Waynewood Boy, 9, in Light the Night Walk

Michael Erlandson is Honored Hero; MEE Team hopes to raise $100,000.

Arlington’s Signature Theatre Stages ‘An Act of God’

Show is written by David Javerbaum, a long-time producer of "The Daily Show."

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: A Goal Too Large

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Council Needs Political Diversity

‘Every Second Counts’ in Alexandria

Wreath-laying, open house to close out National Fire Prevention Week.

Horror and Death in Alexandria

Drama students create their own epic tragedies.

ODBC Select Crew Meets Occoquan Challenge

Women’s Varsity 8, Men’s Junior 4 and Women’s Frosh 8 score wins.

Great Falls Home Sales: September, 2017

In September, 2017, 13 Great Falls homes sold between $3,450,000-$479,000.

Great Falls Home Sales: September, 2017

McLean Home Sales: September, 2017

In September, 2017, 86 homes sold between $5,500,000-$149,900 in the McLean and Falls Church area.

McLean Home Sales: September, 2017

Potomac Home Sales: September, 2017

In September, 2017, 44 Potomac homes sold between $3,350,000-$495,000.

Potomac Home Sales: September, 2017

Small Areas, Big Plans in Alexandria: Part Two

Plans for non-Metro neighborhoods.

Structuring For Cooperation in Alexandria

Advisory task force wants systematized joint city-schools capital planning.

Alexandria's MetroStage Tackles Langston Hughes

"Are You Now, Or Have You Ever Been" is about Joseph McCarthy hearings.

Obituary: William Thomas Archey

Ari Roth to Visit Agudas Achim in Alexandria

Theater founder to headline Rabbi Jack Moline lecture series.

Alexandria Police Department K9s Receive Body Armor

Private donations fund custom vests for Odin, Zeus.

What’s in a Name in Del Ray

Pat Miller Square dedicated.

Film Showing To Benefit Carpenter's Shelter

Lighting the Way Award in Alexandria

Obituary: Danny E. Simonds

Fox Fall Baseball Classic

Commentary: People Support Firearm Limits ... Elected officials should too.

Centreville Day 2017: Parade, Pets, Music, and Children’s Games

25th annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 21.

Fall for the Book Offers a Writer for Every Genre

More than 150 authors talk books with readers of all ages

Book sale

Area Residents Join Storm Recovery Cause

Unidos por Puerto Rico DMV ships supplies to survivors of two catastrophic hurricanes.

Hurricane Relief Supplies

Westfield's Homecoming Victory

Westfield High’s Homecoming Parade

Westfield High’s Hollywood-themed Homecoming Parade was Friday, Oct. 6.

Blood and Guts 5K Race in Centreville

1,500 expected for Zombie Obstacle Race at Bull Run Regional Park on Oct. 14.

Tips Benefit CIA Memorial Foundation

People: Boy Scouts Tee Up Annual Golf Classic in Centreville

Inside D.C. Design House

In its 10th year, showcase home raises money for charity.

House District 40 Shows Republicans Still Competitive in Clinton Districts

Democratic newcomer Donte Tanner faces uphill climb against incumbent Tim Hugo.

Democrats are energized, and they’re targeting Republican-held House districts that Hillary Clinton won last year. But House District 40 shows what an uphill climb this year will be for them.

Commentary: Independent Progressive: Community Center Class Leads to France

Commentary: Building A New Economy

Reston Pumpkin 5K Race Caps Off Festive Weekend

Restonians Enjoy Taste of Fall

Enduring Musical About Love and Society from Reston Community Players

“Aida” arrives at CenterStage.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Time to Speak Up for Reston

In the Kitchen: Meet Corporate Chef Michael Wagner at Blackwall Hitch

Meet the chef

Culver To Emcee Rising Hope’s Gala

Hope Rising

Appetite: Lift a Glass at Virginia Wine Festival

Appetite in Alexandria

Art, Food and Music on the Avenue

Art on the Avenue

Rescue Reston Hosts Golf Classic To Pay Legal Fees

Rescue Reston Hosts Golf Classic

Area Authors Tour Fall Literary Conferences

Scary plots are ripe for Halloween reading.

Authors

Virginia Chamber Orchestra Opens 47th Season

Performing “Royal Tributes” at Northern Virginia Community College.

Orchestra

Conversation Brews During ‘Coffee with A Cop’ Day

Coffee with a Cop

Painting on the Plaza Winner

Faith Community Finds Comfort After Mass Shooting in Las Vegas

Millard: How Will the Students Benefit?

New principal leads Wolverines with 2,650 students and a staff of 280.

Principal Millard

Transportation Alternatives Presented in Reston

More and more companies and people are looking for rideshares, carpools, and metro access for a better way to commute.

Shelane's Run for Postpartum Depression

5K Race and 1K Fun Run to be held Oct. 21 at Fairfax County Government Center.

Herndon Welcomes South Korean Guests

Key to the Town and Certificates of Honorary Citizenship presented.

Notorious People Wanting to Be Heard in Herndon

Stephen Sondheim’s “Assassins” at NextStop Theatre.

Widening of Virginia State Route 28 Celebrated

Certified Organic: GreenFare Organic Café in Herndon

Conversations Brew During ‘Coffee with A Cop’ Day in Herndon

Opinion: West Montgomery County Citizens Association

People: From Churchill to NFL to CNBC

Dhani Jones invests as part of “Adventure Capitalists.”

Lessons Learned in Bethesda

Local first responders practice emergency situation.

Taste in Potomac To Benefit Adoptions Together

Fundraiser celebrates its honorees.

EveryMind Gala To Support Mental Health Services in Montgomery County

Honorees highlighted.

Passing the Torch in Potomac

New leader for Churchill Foundation.

Penn Daw Village Stands Tall as Redevelopment Nears

Chin’s Kitchen, Southern Tattoo and other small businesses hang together in Penn Daw Village.

Small Businesses on Route One

Roesser, Former State Senator and Secretary of Aging, Dies

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday.

It’s Fairfax Fall Festival Time

41st annual celebration is this Saturday.

Fall Festival

‘I Think It’s Way Over-Developed’

City still has concerns over Paul VI site’s proposed density.

Council Discusses Paul VI Site

Bonfire Concerts Help Ease into Fall in Arlington

Support Cancer Patients by Giving Blood With the Red Cross

Red Cross Blood

Affordable Living for Seniors in Lorton

Lindsay Hill Senior Apartments, a gated community, opens at Spring Hill's renovated Lorton Prison complex.

Lindsay Hill Senior Apartments

Fall Fest in Arlington

Clifton Day Was a Go, Come Rain or Shine

50th anniversary event featured trains and tie-dyes.

Clifton Day 2017

Potomac Almanac Entertainment Calendar through October

CentreView-Chantilly Entertainment Calendar through October

Reston-Herndon Entertainment Calendar through October

Just a Fire Station in Arlington

No mixed-use for Fire Station 8.

Coffee with a Cop Day in Arlington

Love-2-Sew

Donation Drive To Assist Refugees

HBC Group at Keller Williams Turns 40

Living History Celebrated in McLean

Silent auction at Claude Moore Colonial Farm focuses on community.

McLean 5K Run Showcases Community Spirit

Great Falls Artists Prepare for Annual Studio Tour

Studio Tour Set for Oct. 20-22

Oktoberfest Celebrated in Vienna

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: A Sacred Duty

Used-Book Sale in McLean Changes Location

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Column As an Inspiration

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Lessons for the 34th District Delegate Race

All-day Fun at Harvest Happenings in McLean

Comments Sought on Georgetown Pike Walkway in Great Falls

Design of final phase of walkway up for discussion.

Arlington Entertainment Calendar Through October

Vienna-Great Falls-Mclean Calendar Through October

Community Comes Together to ‘Raise the Region’

Gala raises more than $530,000.

Celebrating 50th Anniversary

Tysons Pimmit Library Re-opens to the Public

Conversations Brew During ‘Coffee with A Cop’ Day in McLean

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Neighbors Opposed to Deer Hunting in Vienna

Vienna Community Center Renovated After 51 Years

Scenes from Potomac Days Past

Join in 35th Annual Potomac Day

Offering Grand Parade, Business Fair and Classic Car Show.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Collaborative Efforts

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Missing Solutions

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Becoming Historic in Alexandria

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: The Other Side of Spending

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Historical Perspective on TC Wiliams

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Importance of George Mason

Commentary: Preparing for Life Transitions

Tom West to keynote Senior Law Day.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Unity or Divisive?

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Not for All Virginians

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: How Bad Does It Have To Get?

South County Task Force Founder Honored

Living Legends: From Mission Statements to Hands-on Volunteering

Carter Dudley Flemming, leading by example.

Notes From The Producer: Timely Lesson from History

Senior Services of Alexandria Serves City’s Seniors

Small Areas, Big Plans in Alexandria

Part One: An overview of Alexandria’s small area plans along the Metro.

‘It Never Goes Away’

Survivors of domestic violence share stories of those lost.

Savvy Seniors

Technology advances help seniors age in place.

Gentreefiers in Alexandria

Neighbors lead effort to make Beverley Hills green again.

Seaport Day in Alexandria

Keeping fun and foundation afloat.

Bailey, Johnson Honored by Community Praise Church of Alexandria

Alexandria Beautification Commission Presents Annual Beautification Awards

Mount Vernon Pumpkin Sale Benefits Native Americans

Advocate for Healthy Lifestyles Completes 7th Book

Resident writes “Thriving in the Workplace with Autoimmune Disease.”

Mount Vernon Ceremony Honors Slaves

27th annual event hosted by BWUFA and Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.

Supporting Rising Hope

Looking to raise $50,000 to help low-income families, disabled vets, and the homeless.

Mount Vernon's Wessynton Turns 50

Gala planned for Oct. 14.

BurgerFi Closes Up Shop

Appetite: 4 Foodie Dates to Circle in October

Golden Gala Raises $134,500

Parent/teen Gala supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Children's Research Center Fundraiser

Fiery Tango Music and Dance

‘Tango Buenos Aires: The Spirit of Argentina’ at the Center for the Arts.

Tango at the theater

Epic Story About Combating Racism

Co-produced by Hub Theatre and Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia.

Secrets of the Universe

She Rocks the World Summit Oct. 7 in Fairfax

Girls Summit in Fairfax

History, Residents to Highlight Clifton Day on Sunday, Oct. 8

Clifton Day 2017

Home-grown ‘Fall for the Book’ Festival Returns

Book Sale

‘Embodiment of a Good Samaritan’

Fairfax City honors lifesaving firefighter.

Carnival, Crafts, Music, Food and Fun

Fairfax Fall Festival is Saturday, Oct. 14.

Fairfax Festival

Advocating for Solar Panels on Public Schools

School Solar Panels

Buddy Walk 2017

DSANV event raises funds, awareness for Down syndrome.

Former Addict Shares His Story

Chris Herren, former NBA player and addict, speaks to parents and children in county schools.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Step Forward For Women’s Rights

Andrew Curtis Engaged to Sarah Martin

Obituary: Zachary Austin Heuple

Deadline to Establish 2018 Assessment Rates Looming in Reston

Commentary: Reston Association Director: 'Hold The Line At 13'

Closet Cleaning Time for NextStop Theatre Company

Nonprofit organization sells half of its costume sale inventory in four hours.

Runnymede Park, The Hidden Gem of Herndon

NatureFest 2017 showcases the park's assets and combines learning and fun.

JamBrew Series 2017 Takes the Stage in Downtown Herndon

Celebrates and promotes local music, local business, and community.

OktoBrewFest Caps the JamBrew 2017 Series

Funds raised will benefit numerous local nonprofit organizations.

HernDogs Circle Town Square in ‘Pooch Parade’

Alexandria Entertainment Calendar Through Oct. 20

Alexandria entertainment calendar

Blessing of the Animals

Commentary: Too Close for Comfort

Westfield defeated Patriot High School

Westfield football

What A Sweet Ride in Herndon

Herndon Parks & Recreation Department debuts their inaugural Cupcake Bike Ride.

International Day at St. Timothy’s

Learning about Street Gangs

“Sully is quieter than the other districts.”

Gangs in Sully District

Trone To Be Honored at Annual NAMI Awards

Potomac resident praised as mental health advocate.

Profits for Hurricane Victims

A “thank you” from young entrepreneur.

Burke-Springfield-Fairfax Entertainment Calendar through October

Arlington Entertainment Calendar through October

Arlington Entertainment Calendar for October

Alliance To Host Ride for the Reserve

Annual event seeks to get people to connect with the Montgomery County Agricultural Reserve.

Refugee Storytelling Highlights ‘Inspiration Day’ in Potomac

Event organized by KindWorks.

Arlington’s Final Frontier

Planning ahead for Jennie Dean Park.

Oktoberfest in Arlington

Shirlington draws crowds for 18th annual beer festival.

Brownies Sell Brownies in Arlington

... for a good cause.

Chopsticks for Good Causes in Arlington

Sushi Zen organizes 20 fundraisers in one year to assist non-profit organizations.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Fresh Voices Kept Off Stage

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Fairfax County Steps to Limit Unsustainable Pension Liabilities

Guest Editorial: Challenges Remain for Police Reform

Includes communications and body cameras.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Not Red Or Blue Issue

Senior Talent Performs to Full House

From line dancing to modern dance.

Senators Meet with Leaders of Industry

In joint appearance, Warner and Kaine talk business in Northern Virginia.

U.S. Sen. Mark Warner says Gov. Terry McAuliffe should pick one region of the commonwealth to compete for landing a second Amazon headquarters in Virginia instead of trying to cheerlead for three different areas simultaneously. U.S. Sen. Mark Warner says the federal government should be allowed to negotiate drug prices through Medicare to bring down the cost of prescriptions. These are some of the revelations that Warner and Kaine dropped on industry leaders this week at a meeting of the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce.

Alzheimer’s Walk Raises More Than $267,000

Thousands gather to raise money and awareness.

Buddy Walk Raises Funds and Awareness

The Uncertain Land of the DACAs

What happens next?

Staying Socially Connected After Retirement

Volunteering and maintaining familial relationships can help seniors stay plugged in.

Commentary: Age in Community

How to Be Useful, Fit, and Have Fun

Staying busy and remaining productive in the “Golden Years.”

A Household Re-Forms, and Looks Forward

Sun Design Remodeling's in-law addition complements existing architecture.

Volunteering Keeps 70-Year-Old Former Hospital CEO Young

Finding the right volunteer opportunity.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Claims Up Against Facts

Pendulum Politics in Northern Virginia

House District 34 has swung to the left, the right and back again.

Northern Virginia’s wealthiest suburbs are also some of its most hotly contested battleground precincts, the House of Delegates district surrounding Great Falls that’s swung left and right and left again in recent years. What once was the home of legendary Republican Vince Callahan has become kind of jump ball after he announced his retirement a decade ago.

Governing Board recommends maintaining tax rate; possibly adding more work to renovation scope.

MPAartfest Celebrates Arts in McLean

TAP To Present ‘Pippin’

Musical follows young prince as he encounters love, glory, and war in search of meaning of life.

Commentary: Let’s Be Ready, Alexandria

Commentary: Leading Social Change ...

... without burning out.