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Arlington: ‘Flourishing After 55’
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington Office of Senior Adult Programs, 12/8-13/14
Herndon High Presents ‘Peter Pan’
Herndon High Theatre presents family-friendly play Dec. 4-6.
The family favorite tale of a boy who can fly will be preformed onstage by Herndon High School students on Dec. 4, 5 and 6. Written by Scottish novelist and playwright J. M. Barrie, Peter Pan spends his never-ending childhood adventuring on the island of Neverland.
Arlington Commentary: Giving Thanks for Anti-Hunger Programs
Working to keep children fed.
When I was a kid, Thanksgiving meant stuffing myself beyond the point of comfort, flitting gleefully between turkey, casseroles, sweet potatoes, dinner rolls, and of course pie. The object was to eat to the point of needing to loosen the belt, and then wait a few hours until there was room to start all over again with leftovers.
Mount Vernon: Help the Homeless Walk to benefit United Community Ministries
Browne Academy faculty, students, and families came out for the school’s annual Help the Homeless Walk to benefit United Community Ministries at its annual Family Pancake Breakfast on Oct. 10.
‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at West Potomac High in Mount Vernon
The final performances of West Potomac High School’s “Little Shop of Horrors” took place Nov. 13, 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. The cast included Sarah Lore, Aubrey Blount, David Jarzen, ,JP Havranek, Austin Harlow, and Nikki Amico.
Herndon Rotary Club Opens Little Free Library
Rotary club holds dedication ceremony in downtown Herndon.
Despite cool weather, the Town of Herndon residents and members of the Herndon Rotary Club assembled at downtown Herndon for the dedication and unveiling of the Rotary Club of Herndon’s first Little Free Library on Saturday, Nov. 15. The Little Free Library is a neighbor-to-neighbor sharing of books, and was made possible with the support of local businesses and the Rotary Club of Herndon
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Gift-Giving Made Easy at Judy Ryan of Fairfax
For fine apparel, home accents, and gift ideas that are already pre-mixed and matched for you, look no further than Judy Ryan of Fairfax in the Twinbrooke Shopping Center off Braddock Road. Located in the same Fairfax location for 26 years, Ryan makes 10 annual trips to New York City to find the hottest runway looks but tailors them to the tastes of Fairfax County women.
Chantilly’s McGorty Places Fourth at State XC Meet
Westfield’s Pace, Freix earn all-state honors.
The two-time defending state champion Chantilly boys' cross country team placed third Saturday.
Fairfax County History Conference Focuses on the War of 1812
The 10th Annual Fairfax County History Conference was held on Saturday, Nov. 8 at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center in the City of Fairfax. A record 120 participants were in attendance to enjoy the theme of “Fire, Flight & Fury” – The War of 1812 in Fairfax County – 200 Years Later.”
Fairfax City Residents, Businesses Ask for More Affordable Housing
There was standing room only last week when residents and elected officials poured into Fairfax Baptist Church’s fellowship hall to discuss affordable housing in the City of Fairfax. And that church’s pastor, the Rev. Henry Brinton, got right to the point.
Bubbling Caldron, Rambunctious Theatre
Robinson company puts on Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.”
Double, double, toil and trouble; fire burn and caldron bubble. The Robinson High School theatre department, newly named Rambunctious Theatre Company, is changing it up with their fall show: Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.” The show opens Nov. 20 and runs through Nov. 22.
Lake Braddock Boys’ XC Wins State Championship
Corbett wins 6A individual title, Murphy is girls’ runner-up.
The Lake Braddock boys' cross country team finished first, girls' took second at state meet.
Alexandria: Caring for Animals
A loud meow hangs in the air as the brown tabby struggles against the small needle inserted in his hind leg. Deidre Seifried, animal care technician, says, "This blood test is part of the intake procedure that also includes vaccines if necessary, inserting a microchip and a ‘snap detail’ physical exam. It starts with the mouth, nose and goes all the way to the end of the tail.
Alexandria: Bench to Bedside
Collegiate inventors show off cutting edge technology at Alexandria conference.
At his table at the Collegiate Inventor’s Conference, Keith Hearon from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology had a variety of plastic objects on display next to a bowl full of oranges.
Alexandria: Preparing for Next School Budget
Alexandria Public Schools staff meet with local community to discuss the future of the budget
At a public forum on the Alexandria City Public Schools’ (ACPS) Budget, parents and local citizens split into groups and were asked what programs were needed for the children.
Q&A: Mount Vernon’s Zyzyk Signs with Towson Softball
Center fielder was first-team all-state in 2014.
Mount Vernon's Stormy Zyzyk will play softball at Towson.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: October, 2014
In October 2014, 80 homes sold between $1,812,500-$218,500 in the Vienna and Oakton area.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: October, 2014
Springfield Home Sales: October, 2014
In October 2014, 137 Springfield homes sold between $895,000-$187,500.
Springfield Home Sales: October, 2014
Reston Home Sales: October, 2014
In October 2014, 82 Reston homes sold between $800,000-$125,000.
Reston Home Sales: October, 2014