McLean Cycling Club Finishes Ride From Pittsburgh to D.C.
Members of the McLean Cycling Club took a five day 330-mile ride.
he McLean Cycling Club is back from a journey over the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) rail-trail and the C&O Canal Towpath.
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts Selects New President and CEO
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has selected Arvind Manocha as the not-for-profit organization’s new president and CEO.
Hope Grows in Vienna
On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Optimist Club of Greater Vienna conducted its seventh annual Walk for Growing Hope and Family Fun Day in support of childhood cancer research.
A Veteran’s ‘Best Friend’
Rescued pets help veterans overcome PTSD.
The Vienna Woman’s Club funds scholarships for local students, supports homeless high school students, contributes food and goods to a local charity, and, now, is fundraising on behalf of American veterans and first-responders with PTSD.
Unveiling History in Oakton
The Oct. 27 program at Flint Hill Cemetery honors the memory of the 165 veterans—from Civil War to 20th century wars—buried at the historic Oakton site.
Vienna Preschoolers Help Less-fortunate
F. B. Meekins Preschool partners with Emmaus Church to bring food and goods to Our Daily Bread pantry in Vienna.
To kick off the season of sharing, F. B. Meekins Preschool in Vienna partnered with Emmaus United Church of Christ to give its preschoolers an opportunity to share their good fortune and bounty with families less fortunate.
Langley Orchestra to Present an Asian Theme Concert
The Langley High School Orchestra is presenting “Spirited Away: an Asian Theme Concert” on Thursday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Langley Auditorium.
Sandwiches for Martha’s Table
Churchill Road Elementary School’s community service activities got out to a great start.
Children’s Flea Market is Nov. 3
Young vendors ages 3-15 will sell a variety of gently used and “unbelievably cool” items at the McLean Community Center’s annual Children’s Flea Market.
First Pedestrian Bridge in Place at McLean Station
Sections walked along Colshire, 123 at night.
The first pedestrian bridge at a Silver Line Metrorail station is now in place.
Creating Prescription Drug Awareness
Safe Community Coalition hosts panel discussion about prescription drug abuse.
The Safe Community and the Fairfax County Police McLean District Station hosted a forum on prescription drug use and abuse Wednesday, Oct. 17 at the McLean Community Center.
St. Luke School Celebrates 50 Years
St. Luke Elementary School (SLS) in McLean is celebrating 50 Years of Catholic education.
Great Falls Traffic, Road Initiatives Considered
VDOT will hold a public meeting on Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at Great Falls Elementary School to discuss the project plan for the bridge on Beach Mill Road over Nichols Run.
The Old Brogue Visits the Local Farmers Market
Farmers Market Guest Chef Harvest event underway.
The Great Falls Farmers Market’s Guest Chef program began last Saturday with a visit by The Old Brogue’s Master Chef John Conway.
The Old Brogue Visits the Great Falls Farmers Market
Farmers Market Guest Chef Harvest event underway.
The Great Falls Farmers Market’s Guest Chef program began last Saturday with a visit by The Old Brogue’s Master Chef John Conway.
Next Top Author?
Chelsea Hicks Bryan of Arlington, pictured with her husband, ranked 12th this week in the national writing competition America's Next Top Author. With a combination of social media, votes and the jury's discernment, the America's Next Top Author competition compiles nominees, one each week through Nov. 27. Should Bryan get a nomination before Tuesday, Nov. 27, she'll advance to the next round. To read her story, visit Bryan's author page at http://www.ebookmall.com/author/chelsea-hicks-bryan where readers can vote, tweet, review and share the story.
EnviroSolutions Awarded for Contributions
Waste disposal company recognized for support of Workhouse Arts Center.
The Arts Council of Fairfax County presented their Arts Philanthropy Award to EnvrioSolutions for its extensive financial suport of the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton. EnviroSolutions committed approximately $750,000 in cash donations, more than $100,000 in in-kind donations and hundreds of staff hours.
Lorton/Springfield Calendar, Oct. 19-Oct. 31
Get up, get out and explore before October slips away. Isn't it time for that date night, checking out all those fall flea markets you said you wanted to, and enjoying the fall weather with the family? Take your picks: rummage/yard sales, flea markets, an exhibit, a George Washington vestryman election commemoration, an art workshop, a parenting discussion on raising grateful children, one last lingering Oktoberfest to catch, Halloween bowling, a haunted trail, a zombie race, a dance benefit and a concert.
Burke/Fairfax Calendar, Oct. 19-Oct. 31
Get up, get out and explore before October slips away; isn't it time for that date night, volunteering you said you'd do and some family quality time?
Creating Path to Financial Stability
Advice for developing and strengthening sound money habits.
Money experts say creating sound financial health requires planning and discipline.