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‘Signs of the Tines’

Arlington astrologist and businesswoman pens astrological cookbook

Most people look to astrology when seeking a perfect romantic mate not the perfect meal. However, Arlington astrologer and businesswoman Joan Porte explores the connection between food and astrology in her 295-page cookbook called “Sign of the Tines: The Ultimate Astrological Cookbook.”

Potomac School Notes

School notes on Potomac natives.

100 New Citizens Sworn In

Congressman Connolly, Chairman Bulova, Delegate Keam participate in naturalization ceremony in Fairfax.

The new citizens, accompanied by many family members, filled the Government Center's auditorium for the naturalization ceremony held by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Congressman Connolly, Chairman Bulova and Delegate Keam addressed the group, each describing in their words what it meant to be an American.

MoverMoms Change World One Project at a Time

Group hosts “Inspiration Day.”

Two weeks ago, MoverMoms Salma Hasan Ali and Rebecca Kahlenberg spent hours in line at Politics & Prose Bookstore with Rebecca’s daughter Amanda, waiting for First Lady Michelle Obama to sign their copies of her book, “American Grown.”

Author Abigail Trafford Discusses Planning for ‘My Time’

Trafford speaks at Reston Community Center about ways to spend later years.

The Reston Community Center hosted author and speaker Abigail Trafford Wednesday, May 22, as the keynote speaker for their “Celebrate Your Bonus Years” event.

Herndon Environmental Network Founder Recognized

Carlin Anderson named finalist for Cox Conserves Heroes.

When Herndon resident Carlin Anderson was looking for opportunities to volunteer, she wanted her efforts to go to helping the environment on a local and global level.

NOVA Labs Sponsors ‘Take-apart’ Day

NOVA Labs threw open its doors on Saturday, May 11, to host a “Take-Apart” day, for the Girls Excelling in Math and Science (GEMS) Club from Langston Hughes Middle School in Reston. The 12 Hughes seventh graders could hardly wait for safety instructions and raced to pick out their pieces of equipment from bins of recycled phones, computers, answering machines and electronic games.

Chadia King of South Lakes Named Apple Scholar

This year’s 35 “Apple Scholars” were selected from over 400 applications that were reviewed by a committee of 30 judges from the Apple Federal Credit Union (FCU) membership community. The foundation selected students who demonstrated a commitment to helping their school and/or community.

Reston Summer Viewpoints

What Is Your Favorite Place or Way to Have Fun in the Summer?

Week in Herndon

The Herndon High School Theatre Department will perform Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” in the Herndon High auditorium. Town of Herndon Promotes Its Culinary Community.

It’s a Matter of Color Exhibition and Student Show

ArtSpace Herndon’s “It’s a Matter of Color” exhibit will run from June 4 through July 7 with an artists reception on Saturday, June 15 from 3 to 5 p.m. The show features watercolors and oils by artists Catherine Hillis and Jill Poyerd.

Herndon Optimists Honor Herndon Elementary Teachers

Herndon Elementary School teachers Jaime Graham and Susie Doak are this year’s winners of the Herndon Optimist Award from Herndon Elementary.

Herndon Summer Viewpoints

What Is Your Favorite Way or Place to Have Fun in Summer in Herndon?

Residents of Herndon share their favorite things to do over the summer.

Local Student to Receive Statewide Award

A Floris fifth-grader honored for excellence in math.

A Floris Elementary School fifth-grader has been selected as the Virginia recipient of the Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Award by the National Association of Gifted Children.

Thankful for Life

Delaney Saslav, 5, of McLean, reunites with rescuers at McLean fire department.

Everyday the McLean Volunteer Fire Department works tirelessly to protect and serve the McLean community. On Saturday, May 25, the dedicated firefighters were able to see the importance and the impact of their efforts with the visit of Delaney Saslav.

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