Updated for 2023 Looking for an excuse to eat some delicious sweet and savory goodness? Search no more! Celebrate Pi Day in Fairfax County with our unique bakeries, eateries, and attractions. Sweet Pies The Pie Gourmet 507 Maple Ave W, Vienna Image courtesy Pie Gourmet The Pie Gourmet offers…
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"Wishing you a pot o’ gold, And all the joy your heart can hold." - Unknown My name is Patrick. My grandfather was born in County Cork, Ireland. My great-grandfather and great-grandmother were from County Louth, Ireland. I have freckles. And if I let my beard grow long enough you can see hints of…
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Updated for 2023 Did you know that Presidents Day originated as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday? What better way to celebrate this former Fairfax County resident (and the dozens of leaders who have followed in his footsteps) than to dive into some of the presidential history found in…
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The African American experience is intricately entwined in the rich tapestry of Fairfax County’s history and in America’s story. As you celebrate America's Black history this year, you'll have the opportunity to visit sites around the region in person, or online, to reflect on an inspiring journey…
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Sweeten up the holiday season with a selection of scrumptious, melt-in-your-mouth desserts - straight from the kitchens of Fairfax County's most talented chefs and restaurants. L'Auberge Chez Francois - Great Falls, VA Chocolate Truffles (Le Truffes au Chocolat) Yields about 36 Truffles…
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When is Hanukkah? This year, Hanukkah begins on December 18, 2022 and ends on December 26, 2022. And you'll find plenty of events celebrating the holiday in Fairfax County and throughout the Capital Region. For many English speakers (such as myself), you might find yourself a bit confused over the…
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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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Trying to figure out what to buy this holiday season for the amazing, quirky, adventurous, practical, eccentric - and all * beloved* people in your life? We're here to help! Giving gifts is a special way to show someone that you care, and it takes time and effort to choose something that feels just…
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Updated for 2022 Every year, starting in late November, George Washington's Mount Vernon infuses a healthy dose of holiday spirit and hospitality into its normal programming that results in a magical few weeks of memory-making opportunities for those who know when and where to find it. Below is your…
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Updated for 2022! It's that time of year when Santa pays an early visit to all the boys and girls of the world and sees who has been naughty and who has been nice before he returns to the North Pole to make final preparations for his Christmas Eve trek. But where can you catch a glimpse of the jolly…
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