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Summer Fun Abounds in Vienna

Guide to special events and children’s activities.

Every Friday and Sunday evening—and summer Wednesday—free concerts liven up the Vienna Town Green. Sponsored by the Town of Vienna’s Parks and Recreation Department and local businesses and individuals, the concerts feature local musicians and special guests, including the armed forces bands.

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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.

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Langley Chorus Presents Spring Show

Annual concert to feature pop hits through the decades.

The Langley High School chorus has explored on and off-Broadway, as well as Disney for their annual spring show in years past. This year they will take a trip through the decades, exploring pop music throughout its history with “Get On Your Feet: Pop Music Through the Decades.”

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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.

Brief: Week in McLean

Fire at Marshall High, McLean Chamber Promotes Bike to Work Day, and Book Collection to Support Scholarships for Women

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Brief: Churchill Road Holds Math Olympics

Churchill Road third and fourth grade students Rachel Dunleavy, Samantha Spencer, Jennifer Williams and David Ickowski’s math classes competed in Math Olympics the week of May 20.

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.

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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.

Viewpoints: What is your favorite way or place to have fun in summer in McLean?

What is your favorite way or place to have fun in summer in McLean?

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Celebrating Partnerships

Fairfax County, FCPS honor 12 public-private partners during awards ceremony.

He envisioned a service project, contacted Fairfax County Public Library staff to gauge interest, and put the wheels in motion to create a program where older students offer tutoring to younger students in communities where there is a significant need.

McLean Honors Fallen Heroes

Memorial Day ceremony held at McLean High.

McLean Post 270 of the American Legion hosted a Memorial Day ceremony at McLean High School on Monday, May 27. The event drew members of Post 270, their families, local leaders and community members as they gathered to dedicate a memorial stone in honor of the fallen service members of the Korean War.

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McRain Day Still Manages to Shine

What the numbers say about McLean Day?

The weather forecast called for rain in McLean. Sure enough, about an hour after the 98th annual McLean Day started, it was pouring. That didn’t surprise Volunteer Coordinator Peggy Moore, who says organizers have often joked the event should be called “McRain Day.” But this is an event that goes on rain or shine, “unless the weather is dangerous,” Moore says, holding a funnel cake.

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Summer Fun in McLean

Fireworks return to Langley, concerts return to McLean Central Park.

After a few months of uncertainty, the annual Fourth of July fireworks will return to Langley High School for the 30th year this summer. Uncertainties due to the renovations to the field led to questions about whether the McLean Community Center could host the event in the same location, but arrangements were made. After a few months of uncertainty, the annual Fourth of July fireworks will return to Langley High School for the 30th year this summer. Uncertainties due to the renovations to the field led to questions about whether the McLean Community Center could host the event in the same location, but arrangements were made.

Art Matters as Elden Street Players Present ‘Red’

"Red" puts the audience in the center of Rothko's life and studio at the zenith of his career.

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Brief: Great Falls Studios Celebrates a Decade of Art

Established in 2003, Great Falls Studios is a consortium of more than 100 artists living or working in Great Falls, representing a diverse group of painters, potters, jewelry makers, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers and other artists and a variety of media, each working in studio spaces scattered throughout the back roads of scenic Great Falls.