Commentary: We Can Still Reach Out and Help in Reston
Independent Progressive
Although the calendar says we are in the season for sharing and giving, the mood in the United States seems conducive to neither.
Fun For All At Reston Town Center Skating Rink
A little drizzle didn’t stop those ready to round out the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend with some exercise on the ice at the Pavilion at Reston Town Center.
‘Aldrin READS’ Helps Achieve Literacy Goals
Aldrin Elementary staff gathered Saturday, Nov. 14, to kick off the first “Aldrin READS!”
Aldrin Elementary and HoneyBaked Ham of Reston Announce Partnership
Aldrin Elementary has announced a partnership with HoneyBaked Ham of Reston by kicking off a holiday PTA fundraiser and by donating cases of soup, pasta, and vegetables to the Aldrin Backpack program.
Weichert Offices Host Toy Drive
Members of the community are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Weichert Company sales offices through Dec. 11.
Week in Herndon
Weekly happenings in Herndon
Herndon High To Present ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’
New drama teacher brings Narnia to Herndon.
Since September, students at Herndon High School Theatre have been preparing an action-packed presentation of C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.”
ArtSpace Herndon to Host New Year’s Eve Celebrations
ArtSpace Herndon is inviting the public to the New Year’s Eve celebrations for children and adults on Dec. 31.
Truly Cultivating Community
Herndon couple receives good neighbor award along with a mountain of gratitude.
Eleven different neighbors nominated Mario and Andrea Weber to receive the Town’s Good Neighbor Award.
Fairfax Chamber to Become the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce (Fairfax Chamber) Board of Directors approved the rebranding and restructuring of the Fairfax Chamber to the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce.
Church Street Holiday Stroll Still Sparkles in the Rain
Hundreds of families enjoy the outdoor and indoor festivities.
A cold drizzle may have dampened the attendance numbers at the annual Church Street Holiday Stroll but it did not dampen the spirits of the guests and strollers who braved the weather conditions on Nov. 30.
Cappies Review: Vibrant, Energetic, Exciting
Oakton High School’s production of ‘Treasure Island.’
It's the 1700s, pirates are sailing the high seas, and there's treasure to be found! With lively main actors, an energetic ensemble, and carefully choreographed scenes Oakton High School's "Treasure Island" captures the swashbuckling adventures of the time.
Shepherd's Center of Oakton-Vienna Holds Benefit
The audience was rolling in the aisles when world class comedian, Mack Dryden, appeared at the 2015 benefit performance for the Shepherd's Center of Oakton-Vienna (SCOV).
Langley Senior Duenkel Signs with JMU
Langley High School’s Halle Duenkel on Nov. 13 signed a National Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at James Madison University.
Tasting Whiskey for a Cause
The New Dominion Women’s Club hosted the “Second Annual Whiskey Tasting” to support local charity organizations.
Timeless Yuletide Classic
Alden Theatre presents “A Christmas Carol,” a musical from Virginia’s Theater IV.
“We wanted to present a quality holiday program with fun music for families with younger children to enjoy”, said Kathleen Herr, director of youth programs, McLean Community Center.
Week in Great Falls
Land use and zoning issues to be discussed
Great Falls Rugby Hosts Annual Benefit Tournament
Sunday, Nov. 22, was a beautiful, chilly and unusually busy day in Great Falls, as Great Falls Rugby hosted its second annual tournament to benefit MedStar National Rehabilitation Center's spinal cord injury programs