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McLean: Fashion Show to Support Local Charities

McLean community leaders as models.

The New Dominion Women’s club (NDWC) has announced its “7th Annual Spring Fling Fashion Show, Luncheon and Raffle” will be held on Sunday, May 1, to support local charities.

McLean: Bringing Medical Aid to Guatemalan Children

At the McLean Woman’s Club meeting on April 5, member Linda Wheeler described, with visual aids, her continuing work as an onsite volunteer in eastern Guatemala, providing medical aid to infants and children in remote mountain areas.

McLean Student Volunteers for Robotics Teams, Featured on TV

Rohit Narayanan of McLean, a soon-to-be ninth grader at the new BASIS Independent McLean school, loves robotics, and recently shared his passion on WTTG-FOX 5 DC, where he talked about April’s National Volunteer Month and giving back.

Great Falls Teen Crowned Miss Teen Virginia

On Sunday April 3, girls from all over the state made their way to Richmond to represent their communities in this year's Miss Teen Virginia pageant.

Great Falls: Celebrating Reading, Writing and Winning

Award-winning author/illustrator Henry Cole to be guest speaker at Youth Writers Gala.

Reading is imperative for becoming a good writer, so community groups are collaborating to celebrate reading, writing and winners.

Inaugural Living Well Summit Piques Interest of County Seniors

Summit helps county residents improve with age.

Local residents can learn how to age gracefully Saturday, April 16, at the Living Well, Aging Well Summit in the Fairfax County Government Center.

Help Wanted: Mature Workforce at Employment Expo in Tysons

Older adults in search of work can discuss job opportunities with various industry representatives Monday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the “50+ Employment Expo” in the Sheraton Tysons Hotel.

Olga Hernandez Named 2015 Fairfax County Citizen of Year

Olga Hernandez was honored at the 2016 Fairfax County Federation of Citizens' annual awards banquet with the 2015 Fairfax County Citizen of the Year recognizing her for her volunteer efforts, including making Fairfax and Virginia residents informed voters. Citations of Merit honorees were Douglas Sanderson, Jim Hart, Phil Rosenthal, and Shirley Ginwright. Sally Sibley received a Special Gratitude Award.

Potomac: ‘Tiger Trot’ Leaps into Action

6th annual 5K run/walk returns April 17.

Potomac will come alive on Sunday, April 17 as more than 400 runners and walkers await the starting gun and then leap forward to sprint or stroll in the 6th Annual “Tiger Trot.” The 5K run/walk, sponsored by the Connelly School of the Holy Child, benefits the Cabin John Park Volunteer Fire Department as well as the wellness and fitness programs at the school.

Potomac: A House Expanded

A cramped, dated home is transformed into a spacious, modern abode.

When the owners of a Bethesda home realized that they’d outgrown their one-story, mid- 20th century abode, they decided to remodel and expand rather than relocate. A family-friendly neighborhood and high-performing schools were two of the reasons they wanted to stay.

Potomac: ‘I Love my Library Because …’

To mark Library Lover’s Month, Montgomery County patrons were asked to complete a sentence that starts “I love my library because …” The postcards were then sent to county officials.

Potomac Snapshot: Festival of Colors

Crowds participate in the Holi DC Festival of Colors at the ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Temple at 10310 Oaklyn Drive, Potomac, on Sunday, April 10.

Potomac To Gain New Irish Tavern

Lahinch to open April 20.

Potomac residents will soon find a pot of dining gold at the end of the rainbow with the opening of the new Irish tavern, Lahinch.

Potomac Brief: Early Voting For Primary Elections

Early voting begins this week in the Republican and Democratic primary elections to choose each party’s candidates who will appear on the ballot in April. Voters who are not affiliated with one of the major political parties may only cast a ballot in some nonpartisan contests.

Potomac News Brief: Potomac Community Village to Host Get-Together

Potomac Community Village (PCV), with a mission of empowering older Potomac residents to age in place in their existing homes, strengthen existing social connections and build new ones, is hosting a New and Prospective Member Get-Together on Monday, May 9, at 3 p.m., at a private home on Chapel Road, Potomac.

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