‘Ban the Box’ Effort
Burke Brownfeld, member of the board of directors of Offender Aid and Restoration (OAR) announces an award presented by Mondre Kornegay to Alexandria Mayor William Euille for his efforts to eliminate the “check the box” initiative which required a former offender to check yes on employment forms.
Northern Virginia's New Animal Hospital
Dr. Dana Carr (left) and Dr. Adrienne Hergen, pictured with pups Lola and Widgit, are the veterinarians at the newly opened Shirlington Animal Hospital located near the Shirlington Dog Park.
Column: Community Educational Resources
As a former teacher and educator, I like what I have been seeing recently of the vast array of educational resources in our community.
Opinion: Wolf Trap—A Park and Theatre
One of the many advantages of living in this wonderful place called Reston is having the national treasure, Wolf Trap Farm Park, right around the corner. Wolf Trap was created by the Congress in 1966 as a national park following the donation of the 130-acre grounds by Catherine Filene Shouse to the United States.
‘Old Wicked Songs’ at Tysons 1st Stage
Masterful production to run through May 3 at Tysons.
High accolades are due for the 1st Stage production of “Old Wicked Songs,” a play powered by a heart-tugging premise, precise high-caliber acting, with an evocative set and piano music from composer Robert Schumann that opens anyone’s heart to tenderness.
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Honors Three Town of Vienna Police Officers
On March 26, the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce awarded Town of Vienna Police Officers, MPO Tim Seitz, Officer Marcos Herrera and Officer John Digan with Certificates of Valor at the 37th Annual Valor Awards Ceremony.
Reston Founder's Day Art Show and Awards Ceremony
League of Reston Artists display art at Reston Community Center.
On April 12, friends and members of the League of Reston Artists met at the Jo Ann Rose Gallery located at the Reston Community Center for a reception.
Shepherd’s Center Volunteers Honored
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna (SCOV), Executive Director Michelle Scott honored SCOV’s 237 volunteers, recognizing outstanding contributions with a pin presentation to several of the service organization’s members.
Arlington: Pitching Staff Gives O’Connell Softball Chance to be ‘Special’
Freshman Sandercock throws no-hitter, strikes out 12 against Holy Cross.
The Bishop O'Connell softball team improved to 10-0.
Opinion: Reston’s Future - A Primer
A lot has been discussed recently in the blogosphere regarding the Reston Association Board’s unanimous decision to send to member referendum the question of borrowing up to $2.65 million for the purchase and renovation of the old Reston Visitors Center and the associated open space it sits on.
Opinion: D-Day for Reston National Golf Course
By the time you read this, the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) will have made its decision on the technical merits of the claim by the owners of Reston National Golf Course (RNGC) that they should be allowed to sidestep the normal process to develop 166 acres of open space into residential housing.
Vienna Idol Returns for Fourth Year
Auditions open to vocalists and musicians through May.
Growing bigger every year with stakes growing higher, as well, Vienna Idol kicked off its qualifying rounds – auditions – in early April. Local musical talent is vying for a $1,000 grand prize in 2015.
'101 and Tons of Fun' for Reston's Founder Bob Simon
Founders Day celebrates Reston's first 51 years and Simon's first 101 years.
After Bob Simon cut his 101st birthday cake, Jo Marshall and the band Natural Selection sang, "You're Still the One."
Board of Supervisors Honored Langley Swim and Dive
Sheriff Stacey Kincaid gave Langley High School Girls Swim and Dive team an extra splash of praise Tuesday, April 7 while the Board of Supervisors were recognizing the team for winning the VHSL 6A state championship this past winter, the sixth time in the school's history.
Langley High School’s ‘Book of Days’ Shakes Small-Town Morality
Performance in Reston while high school venue undergoes repairs.
Langley High School’s spring production of Lanford Wilson’s “Book of Days” will run on April 23-25 at Hunter Woods Elementary School in Reston. The show must go on even while Langley is undergoing major renovations.
McLean Community Center Names Kay Bransford 2014 Outstanding Volunteer
The McLean Community Center’s (MCC) Volunteer Appreciation Reception was held on Sunday, March 22, in the Community Hall.
Some Lunacy for Springtime by Reston Community Players
Reston Community Players presents a fun, diverting show.
“A great distraction from the everyday” is how director Adam Konowe describes the Reston Community Players’ next production, “The Fox on the Fairway.” And the madcap comedy was written by popular local area playwright, Ken Ludwig.
Thirteen Young Artists Awarded Scholarships by The Alden
The Alden in McLean awarded scholarships to13 local high school students for successfully competing in the 2015 James C. Macdonald Fine Arts Scholarship Competition.
McLean Gymnastics: Remarkable Season
The Board of Supervisors honored McLean High School's girls gymnastics team for winning the Virginia High School League 6A state championship, the team's first.
Art Studio Opens In Downtown Herndon
Herndon studio offers programs in arts and cutting edge technologies.
A new art studio on Monroe Street in downtown Herndon boasts the only purpose built 3-D printing studio in the Northern Virginia area.