Vienna Oktoberfest Celebrates the Season
As the drizzle and dark clouds moved out of Vienna on Saturday, Vienna Oktoberfest guests moved into the celebration grounds.
Former Vienna Resident Patrick Anthony DeStefani, 51, Dies
Patrick Anthony DeStefani, 51, of Harrisonburg, lost his battle with Pancreatic Cancer on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, at his home. Mr. DeStefani was born in Arlington, Va., on Sept. 13, 1965, and was the son of James and Evaline DeStefani.
Vienna: Optimists Host Family Fun Day on Town Green
Club’s annual fundraising campaign on behalf of Growing Hope netted about $32,000.
The Optimist Club of Greater Vienna – once again – raised more than $32,00 from its annual “Growing Hope” fundraising campaign on behalf of families facing childhood cancer .
Vienna: Capitol Steps to Perform at Oakton High
A Benefit for the Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna to be held on Sunday Oct. 23.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3 p.m. and enjoy an outrageously funny afternoon of political humor and laugh-out-loud fun with Capitol Steps.
Vienna: Oktoberfest-Vienna Features German Auto Show
Oktoberfest-Vienna 2016 expanded its program to include a German Auto Show section. This German Auto Show included BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Volkswagen which were staffed with highly qualified experts on the product.
McLean, Great Falls Real Estate: Enjoy ‘Best of Times’ in Decade
The McLean and Great Falls real estate market has experienced a robust number of sales in the 1st three quarters of 2016. The number of transactions is up 9 percent over 2015 same time frame.
McLean, Great Falls Letter: Voting for National Security
Letter to the Editor
As a West Point graduate, I learned long ago that strength is a key deterrent to any potential enemy. Given McLean's proximity to Washington and remembering very well the chaos of 9/11, national security is something that is always in the forefront of my mind. Terrorists and radical regimes seemingly want nothing more than to destroy our way of life, and Washington is a prime target for terrorists and state actors alike.
McLean, Great Falls Letter: Standing Up for Seniors
Letter to the Editor
Barbara Comstock has a proven record of fighting for the 10th District’s senior citizens and deserves the opportunity to keep working for us in Congress. Like she does on all issues, Barbara has set aside partisanship in favor of producing results. Her record speaks for itself.
McLean, Great Falls: Leading Voice Against Human Trafficking
Letter to the Editor
The horrors of human trafficking are an unfortunate reality for our community. Fortunately, we have a Congresswoman who is leading on this important issue. Barbara Comstock has fought against human trafficking since her time in the state legislature and will continue to do so as our representative in Congress.
McLean, Great Falls Letter: Championing Student Debt Relief
Letter to the Editor
Barbara Comstock has made student debt relief a major priority during her first term in Congress, and that’s why she’s earned my vote for re-election in November.
McLean: Workshop on ‘Aging in Place’
Aging in Place: Modifying Your Home to Fit Your Changing Lifestyle workshop will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean. As your lifestyle changes in your later years, living in your own home, with accustomed comforts, supports your emotional well-being. Home modifications, even small ones, can enhance your comfort and safety to make a big difference. Attend this workshop to find out how simple changes to your home can create an environment where everyone is welcome and can flourish. Advance registration is required. Light refreshments will be served. Cost: Free. Call AARP at 1-877-926-8300 or http://states.aarp.org/novaevents.
AAUW McLean Area Branch Holds STEM Awards Ceremony
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) McLean Area Branch recognized six local high school girls with STEM awards at its 2016-2107 kick-off event held on Sept. 25 at the McLean Community Center.
McLean: Book Launch Party at Star Nut Gourmet
McLean's Karen Briscoe celebrates new book, Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day.
Karen Briscoe, 57, a Realtor with the Huckaby Briscoe Conroy Group (HBC) with Keller Williams on Elm Street in McLean, celebrated her book launch party on Thursday, Sept. 29 at the Star Nut Gourmet in McLean. Her book called Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day - Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed is a daily reader with business or life principles told in a story format.
McLean: MPAartfest Draws 51 Artists, 4,000 Visitors
Event held Sunday, Oct. 2 at McLean Central Park in McLean.
Some 51 artists displayed their artwork at the 10th annual MPAartfest held Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016, at the McLean Central Park. After a little rain in the morning, the sun came out and so did a crowd of around 4,000 people.
McLean: Used Books Sale – Best Ever
McLean Association of University Women (AAUW) wishes to thank all those who have supported the 47th Used Book Sale as well as the staff at McLean Community Center, the site of the sale and the staff of Sun Trust Bank East in Vienna where the collections are held every summer.
Potomac School Welcomes New Assistant Head of School, Director of Admission and Financial Aid
Timothy Jaeger has joined The Potomac School as assistant head of school. He is also serving as interim head of Potomac’s Upper School for the 2016-17 school year.
Great Falls Rallies Behind David Kim
Community responds to owner of Kim's Tailoring who had quadruple bypass surgery.
David Deuk Kim, 59, of Kim's Tailoring started to get chest pains on Aug. 23, 2016. He had been very healthy up to that point, having medical checkups every two years that came up fine. Longevity had run in his family -- his father lived to be 92; two uncles lived to be 94 and 93 -- so he didn't think there was a problem. The only warning was that his cholesterol was 140.
Great Falls Letter: Cutting Costs Instead of Raising Taxes
Letter to the Editor
I am writing in response to the MCA’s recent decision to support the Meal’s Tax referendum and similar measures across Fairfax County.
Dreams Come True in Great Falls
Havana Vintage celebrates 5 years in business.
While the weather was gloomy and dim this past Saturday, the doors to Havana Vintage Boutique were wide open and inside was anything but gloom. Cheerfully colored walls, luminous chandeliers, and the friendly faces of owner Nolkis Roman and her family greeted customers as they walked into the high-end consignment store to celebrate their five years in business.
Dee Leggett Exhibits at Great Falls Library
“Shapes and Colors of our Southwest National Parks" is an exhibit of photography capturing shapes and colors of the National Parks and Monuments in Arizona and Utah taken during Great Falls photographer and author Dee Leggett’s tour to the area with her husband in May.