New for 2023!!! Kick those winter blues away with this first sweet, sweet taste of summer. Wolf Trap has announced a jam-packed season lineup at the famed Filene Center for Summer 2023. There are unforgettable summer nights planned with superstars like John Legend, Sting, Robert Plant & Alison…
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Winter may bring colder temperatures, darker nights, and a quieter environment to the calendar but that doesn’t mean you can’t be prepared for whatever fun pops up along the way. If you were clever enough to bookmark our Holiday Gift Guide, you already know that Fairfax County is home to a pretty…
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UPDATED FOR 2022 Out of oodles of holiday traditions associated with this time of year, none may be as beloved as loading the family into the car in search of the best neighborhood light displays and shows. But where can you find the best neighborhood Christmas lights in Virginia for 2022? We spoke…
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When it comes to local authors, Fairfax County in Northern Virginia is brimming with talent. From big names in the book world like David Baldacci to lesser-known powerhouses, our literary community has something for everyone. Here are five Fairfax County authors that the booksellers at Bards Alley…
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There are many things that make Fairfax County special - from its rich history to the abundance of natural landscapes. However, one special aspect that shouldn't be our "best-kept secret" is the myriad of professional theatres here - and behind them, the busloads of talented actors, writers, set…
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Escape to another world through literature at one of the amazing independent bookstores in Fairfax County. Better yet, pick up the latest finds from one of our talented local authors. Grab a warm cup of coffee or tea and curl up with a book that will take you on your next memorable adventure. In…
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Fall comes bearing crisp weather, fall festivals, and pumpkin fever, but one precursor to autumn that we love around here is Wolf Trap's season announcement for its smaller, historical venue, The Barns. The popular local venue just released its schedule for the 2022-2023 season - and the lineup does…
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Everyone loves the gourmet restaurants, great shopping, and one-of-a-kind experiences at Mosaic, Merrifield's hip and trendy urban village. But did you know that there are some seriously Instagrammable murals hiding between stairwells, walls, parking garages and alleyways throughout the complex…
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From the haunted Weems Botts Museum in Dumfries to the City of Alexandria’s tiny Spite House and Georgetown’s renowned Exorcist Stairs, there are plenty of unique places to visit in Virginia, but Northern Virginia is especially filled with fascinating quirk when it comes to things to do, best views…
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Ready to break the internet? Try finding an aesthetically-pleasing Instagram location! Picture-perfect natural landscapes, mural art, furry friends, and artifacts make Fairfax County the perfect place to "WOW" all your Insta followers! There are plenty of aesthetic places in Northern Virginia. Go on…
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