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Guest Post: Behind the Scenes with Local Author John H. Matthews and His Latest Action-Packed Thriller

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When the Capitol Building is under seize, and all the nation's leaders are held hostage, one Cabinet member is secure in a distant location. That person is chosen by the president to be the designated survivor. Chantilly author John H. Matthews imagines this scenario in his latest novel, a gripping thriller…

Easter 2016 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

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Are you looking for a great Easter brunch or egg hunt? Here are some of the best spring festivals, restaurant specials, and Easter egg hunts in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. Several of these events require advance reservations, so be sure to plan ahead. SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2016…

Indoor, Free Fun for Children at the National Museum of the American Indian

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Now that the holidays are over, we have little to distract us from the next two months of bitter cold. Yet the kids still expect to go out, even if that means their parents will be grumbling through chattering teeth. Fortunately we live in an area with lots of indoor amusements for children,…

Shrubs: A Tart Elixir for a Refreshing Beverage

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Recently, shrubs have been gaining in popularity with bartenders across the country. Shrubs are fruit-based, similar to tonics, but preserved with vinegar. They are then mixed with soda water or alcohol to make a tangy, refreshing drink. Because of the acidity, shrubs are perfect as an apéritif or used as an alternative to bitters in cocktails.…

Northern Virginia Technology Council Hot Ticket Awards: Nominate & Celebrate Standouts in the Tech Community

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Are you part of an innovative and groundbreaking tech company? Are you, personally, innovative and groundbreaking? If so,  throw your hat into the ring and see if you've got what it takes to be one of Northern Virginia Technology Council's (NVTC) Hot Tickets. The Hot Ticket Awards celebrate the efforts of entrepreneurial…

Before Reston Was Reston: The Tale of A. Smith Bowman Distillery

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In honor of Founders Day on April 11th we thought we'd dig a little deeper into Reston's rich history and bring you something out of the ordinary. While we love the fact that our community was ground-breaking at the time and represented a new way of living in suburbia, we've often…

Don’t Miss It: The Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival at Reston Town Center

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This weekend the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival returns to Reston Town Center on Saturday and Sunday. This festival is a Modern Reston favorite, and one that you don't want to miss. This event is a nationally top-ranked fine art and craft festival that attracts over 30,000 visitors each year, and it…

Tavern64 Regional Kitchen: Building Community With Local Food

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We've heard the term "farm to table" a million times at this point but what does it really mean and why is it important? According to Tavern64 Regional Kitchen in Reston Town Center it means sourcing food directly from farmers and producers themselves and not using large distributers. Tavern64 goes…

Water Safety Tips from the Team at Goldfish Swim School

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Swimming season has arrived! Reston offers endless opportunities for water recreation, with five lakes and fifteen community pools in town, and multiple beaches just a few hours away. Two of Reston Association's pools, Ridge Heights and Lake Thoreau, are scheduled to open this Saturday, May 9, 2015. The remaining RA pools will open on May 23,…

Soups From Around the World Right Here in Reston

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: January 4, 2015

The weather report is grim for the next week with the wind chill expected to dip into single digits. For some reason, this news immediately made me think of soup. Really, what better way is there to warm up than with a piping hot bowl of soup? But where can…

Reston Events in November 2015

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November kicks off the winter season in Reston! Highlights this month include the Reston Holiday Parade, the ice skating rink, and a new documentary movie about Reston. Here is your events calendar for November in the Reston area of Northern Virginia, including Great Falls and Herndon. NOVEMBER 1, 2015 - MARCH, 2016…

Reston Area Events in March 2016

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Welcome to March, and the arrival of spring! Here's what's happening in Reston, Herndon, and surrounding areas this month. Highlights include the Mini Maker Faire, a sock hop, and Easter egg hunts. THROUGH MARCH 12, 2016 Reston Players Present: Mary Poppins CenterStage, Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods, Reston Lovable chimney-sweep,…

Some Horrifying Guys Chased Me Through Markoff’s Haunted Forest

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Someone like me isn't supposed to be excited about Markoff's Haunted Forest. I'm one of those people who cowers behind pillows during scary movies, and would be more likely to watch the Sound of Music in the first place. Yet I was the one urging my husband and friends to go. My husband eagerly agreed.…

Taffy Floral: Enchanting Floral Design in NoVa

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While lazily exploring Instagram via the hashtag #RestonVA one day, I stumbled upon the most breathtaking floral arrangements I had ever seen. Literally, these pics were showstoppers. I had to find out more. Who was behind these stunning works of art? Are they local? Could I arrange to renew my vows in…

Reston Events in January 2016

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: December 31, 2015

Mark those shiny, new 2016 calendars! Here's what's happening in the Reston and Herndon area for the month of January. Highlights include several celebrations in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., hosted by Reston Community Center and participating organizations. FRIDAY, JANUARY 1, 2016 New Year's Day 5K 10am: Reston Town Center,…

Halloween 2016 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

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This month is full of Halloween events for kids, teens, adults, and even dogs! Here's what's happening for Halloween in Reston, Herndon, Great Falls, Vienna, Chantilly, and other parts of Northern Virginia and the DC area. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2016 Fall Carnival Fun on the Farm and Boo-Stravaganza 6-10pm: Frying Pan…

Halloween 2015 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

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This article is from 2015. Please refer to our 2016 Guide to Halloween Events.  This month is full of exciting Halloween events in Reston and the surrounding areas of Herndon, Vienna, Great Falls, Centreville, Tysons, and other parts of the DC area. Here is our huge list of activities for kids, teens,…

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Things to Do in the Reston Area

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: April 21, 2016

This area is filled with great opportunities for outdoor recreation! One of our most popular articles of all time is our Ultimate Guide to Kids' Indoor Fun in the Reston Area. The next logical step is a guide to outdoor fun, but this time we didn't limit the excitement to kids' activities. Here…

Reston Area Events for November 2016

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Ready or not, here come the winter holidays! Highlights this month include the Reston Holiday Parade, Thanksgiving turkey trots and volunteer opportunities, and the return of ice skating to Reston Town Center. Here's what's happening in and around Reston during November, 2016. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2016 Thanksgiving Food Drive Begins…

Start a Waste-Free Lunch Program at Your School and Commit to Packing Eco-Friendly Lunches

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: August 21, 2015

The first day of school is right around the corner and we've vowed to improve study skills, cut back on screen time and walk instead of drive to school this year. But nothing has more of an immediate impact on the environment than lunch-packing. These days, we put a lot of energy into packing healthy…

Artisan Soap Makers Right Here in Reston

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: November 3, 2014

Halloween is over and the big slide into the holidays has begun. Chances are you will be a guest in someone's home or need some original gift ideas for under the tree. Right here in Reston, residents are toiling away making products the old-fashioned way—small batch items infused with their passion…

Celebrate Innovation at the NoVa MiniMaker Faire on March 15, 2015

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With this area's large assortment of tech companies, it's no wonder that Northern Virginia is home to lots of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs. Hidden inside many of these office buildings and homes are brilliant creations made by local innovators, both professional and amateur. This Sunday, March 15, 2015, is a day for the public to…

Cookology Culinary School Turns Up the Heat with an Aphrodisiac Menu for Valentine’s Day

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If you're anything like me, you'd rather stay home on Valentine's Day and cook a nice dinner-for-two instead of shelling out big bucks for a prix-fix meal somewhere. But Valentine's Day isn't some random "chicken breast and side salad" kind of night. It's a time for romance, it's a time for heat — it's time for business,…

Day-Tripping to the Union Market in DC for the Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair

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This is not your Nana's craft show. Please click away if you are expecting doilies or quilts with geese on them—a new breed of crafters is in town! The Crafty Bastards Arts & Crafts Fair was conceived in 2004 by the Washington City Paper as an alternative event for younger, hipper buyers…

The Organic & Conscientious 100 Bowls of Soup Opens a Retail Space in Herndon

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: March 24, 2015

You may be familiar with 100 Bowls of Soup from the Reston Farmers Market, or perhaps you have sampled their seasonal offerings from the selection at Mom's Organic. This month, founder Katharine Mardirosian made the leap from a market booth to a bright and airy retail and kitchen space in Herndon's Sunset Business…

Gift Guide: Holiday Gifts that Celebrate Reston

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: November 26, 2014

Holiday shopping time has arrived, and we are here to help! If you know someone who would appreciate a gift that celebrates Reston, especially during this 50th anniversary year, we have lots of ideas for you. Here is our Reston gift guide, with suggestions for toys, art, books, coffee, and tons more. The…

Ten Things You Need to Know About the World Police and Fire Games

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By now, you've probably heard that the World Police and Fire Games are coming to town. This exciting, international competition involves a series of events that are centered in Reston and will take place all over Northern Virginia. There will be so much happening that it can be overwhelming. We have outlined the…

Jerry’s Gourmet Berries: Some of the Most Delicious Superfoods at the Reston Farmers Market

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You've probably heard that berries are high in antioxidants, but did you know that research has shown that they can help to fight or prevent several illnesses? One vendor at the Reston Farmers Market is so impressed with the health benefits of berries that he has built a career around them.…

DJ John Coulter, and What He Wants People to Know About Karaoke

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: January 21, 2015

Your name is called, your friends cheer, and you step onto the stage, wondering if maybe that third margarita wasn't such a good idea. But liquid courage has made you ready to spend the next four minutes killing it as Def Leppard, Miley Cyrus, or Frank Sinatra. And you're pretty sure you sound amazing. Ah yes,…

Get to Know Artist Celeste Friesen-Nikkel and Her Unconventional Approach to Painting

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The bright colors and fluid lines of Celeste Friesen-Nikkel's paintings were the first things that caught my eye. Then when I learned that she uses freely flowing paints without brushes or other painting tools, I was especially intrigued. Her pieces are varied and unexpected -- ranging from subtle and delicate to bold and intense -- but…

The Artistic Genius of Star Wars: Get a Close Look at Reston’s ArtInsights

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: December 17, 2015

When I met with Leslie Combemale on Wednesday morning, she was cheerful and energetic even though she had been working all through the night. But if your job was to see an early release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in the middle of the night, and then write a film review before coming to…

Reston Area Events in December 2015

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Here are some local holiday highlights and other events happening this month in Reston, Herndon, and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. For our full holiday events calendar, refer to the 2015 Guide to Holiday Events in Reston, Northern Virginia, and DC. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2015 Black Nativity by Langston Hughes…

2014 Holiday Events in the Reston Area

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NOTE: This events calendar is from 2014. The guide to 2015 holiday events can be found HERE. Mark your calendars! The holiday season brings wonderful Christmas events and holiday celebrations to the Reston area. Here is our huge list of things to do for the holidays in Reston and surrounding areas, including Herndon, Vienna,…

Local Gifts That You Still Have Time to Buy Via Amazon Prime

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: December 18, 2016

Christmas and Hanukkah are approaching quickly, but you still have time to prepare! You can show support for the community and some state pride with these gifts that are available with quick shipping.   RDGLDGRN LP The three members of this popular Indie Go-Go band grew up in Reston and met at…

Meet Holly Kearl, Founder of the Non-Profit Organization Stop Street Harassment

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: April 14, 2015

Reston is an amazing place with amazing people. Each of our neighbors has a fascinating story to tell. Case and point, Reston resident Holly Kearl. I stumbled upon Holly's instagram account and was drawn in by the pretty pictures of her and her dogs in and around town. But there was…

How to Choose the Right Food for Your Pet: Nutritional Advice from PetMAC

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: May 27, 2015

This coming Saturday, champion dogs will be leaping off the docks at Lake Anne and splashing into the water. This event will be part of the grand opening celebration of PetMAC, a new store at Lake Anne Plaza. There will also be dog scent work demos, cooking demonstrations, face painting, music,…

Creative Date Night Ideas in Northern Virginia: Beyond Dinner and a Movie

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: August 13, 2016

If your date night routine is getting a little too, uh, routine, then it's time for something new. Whether you're looking for free date ideas or something more extravagant, we have lots of suggestions for things to do in the Reston area of Northern Virginia. BE ROMANTIC ☐ Rent a…

The 2016 Guide to Holiday Events in Reston, Northern Virginia, and DC

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: November 20, 2016

The holidays have arrived! Here are some of the greatest celebrations of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hanukkah in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2016 Herndon Turkey Trot 4pm: Herndon Centennial Golf Course, Herndon This 5K race winds around the beautiful Herndon Centennial Golf…

Vegetarians at Thanksgiving: How to Keep Them Happy and Nourished

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: November 20, 2014

I see you over there in the freezer section, eyeing the Tofurkey and looking confused. I know you mean well. Perhaps you have vegetarian guests coming to your turkey dinner, and you want them to feel included. Or maybe this is your first Thanksgiving as a vegetarian, and you're not sure what…

Dog Events in Northern Virginia for Fall 2016

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Fall is approaching, so it's time to take your dog to the water park and get his Yoda costume ready. If you love your pooch, there's tons for the two of you to do together this fall. Here are the upcoming dog events in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. SATURDAY,…

“The HeART of Reston”: Artists Reveal Their Thoughts About Reston in Words and Images

Relevance: 3%      Posted on: April 15, 2015

Now that the weather is warmer and the flowers are blooming, it's time to head outside and fall in love with the scenery of Reston all over again. If you are heading to Lake Anne this month to see the cherry blossoms or eat at a waterfront restaurant, be sure to…

New Year’s Eve 2015-2016 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

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This article is from December 2014. You can find the 2016-2017 New Year's Eve events HERE. If you are looking for ways to celebrate New Year's Eve, we have lots of ideas for you. Here are events for December 31, 2015 in Reston, Herndon, Great Falls, Falls Church, and other parts…

Tips for Getting the Most Out of the Cox Farms Fall Festival

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If you have young children, you can't miss the Cox Farms Fall Festival. It's 90 acres of sheer silliness. This fall festival is one of the largest and most well known in Virginia, and has been listed by USA Today as one of the coolest pumpkin patches in the country. Cox Farms is a…

Get to Know DEVIATED THEATRE and Reston Dancer Dana Yasek

Relevance: 2%      Posted on: February 22, 2015

My first impression of Dana Yasek was that she was a beautifully graceful yogi on a paddleboard. After watching her balance so effortlessly across Lake Anne last summer, I was not surprised to discover that she is a dancer. Dana is a Reston resident with a formal background in dance and experience with…

Get to Know Reston’s Living Threads Co. and How They Support Traditional Artisans

Relevance: 2%      Posted on: August 31, 2016

If you love strolling through Reston Town Center but wish there were more independent businesses among the large chains, then you don't want to miss one of the area's newest stores. Living Threads Co. is all about supporting small businesses. It opened earlier this year, bringing handmade products from independent…

Release Your Inner Ninja at the Northern Virginia Ninja Warrior Course

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Contributor Kate Schwarz reviews her family's experience traversing NoVa's very first Ninja Warrior Course. Let's just say they had a super-fun time — from the biggest to the smallest among them. Read on to find out more. There is no escaping American Ninja Warrior in our house. Without my knowledge…

Memorial Day Events in Reston, Northern Virginia, and DC

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Memorial Day is this coming Monday, May 25, 2015, and the holiday weekend is filled with celebrations around the area. Whether you prefer to spend the weekend honoring the military or welcoming summer, we have ideas for you. Here's what's happening in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia…

Gift Guide: Recent Books by Reston-Area Authors for Everyone on Your List

Relevance: 2%      Posted on: December 6, 2015

Internet shopping might be the best thing to happen to gift-giving since Santa Claus, and it's even easy to support local talent online. To help with your holiday shopping, we've assembled this list of books released in 2015 by Reston-area authors. So pull up your cozy blanket and glass of wine, check those gifts off your…

DC’s Union Kitchen: A Model Incubator for Budding Food Makers & Entrepreneurs

Relevance: 2%      Posted on: March 17, 2015

Reston farmers market season is right around the corner and I can't help but wonder what new and local treats we'll see. Each year, these mom and pop products come and go, either making it big with placements in major stores or, more likely, failing. Even in this current renaissance of artisinal and small-batch foods,…

Memorial Day 2016 Events in Reston, Northern Virginia, and DC

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Memorial Day is this coming Monday, May 30, 2016, and the holiday weekend is filled with celebrations around the area. Whether you'll spend the weekend honoring the military or welcoming summer, we have ideas for you. Here's what's happening in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia and Washington.…

The 2015 Guide to Holiday Events in Reston, Northern Virginia, and DC

Relevance: 2%      Posted on: November 15, 2015

NOTE: This events calendar is from 2015. The guide to 2016 holiday events can be found HERE. Ready or not, here come the holidays! Here are some of the greatest celebrations of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER…

The Ultimate Guide to Kids’ Indoor Fun in the Reston Area

Relevance: 2%      Posted on: January 27, 2015

When the weather outside is frightful, it's the perfect time to relax under a cozy blanket with a book. Unless you're a kid, that is. For kids, it's the perfect time to bounce off the walls. If you're looking for ideas for indoor activities for your kids, we have lots of suggestions…

Reston Area Events in May 2016

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As summer approaches, many of this area's most fun events are returning. Highlights this month include the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, the reopening of local pools and water parks, and Memorial Day celebrations. Here's what's happening this month in Reston, Herndon, and surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. SUNDAY, MAY…

Reston Events in September 2016

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The arrival of September means that it's time for two of Reston's most fun events: the Lake Anne Jazz Festival and the Reston Multicultural Festival. Both are Modern Reston favorites! Other highlights this month include the Herndon Labor Day Festival, ChalkFest, Dulles Day, and some of the last summer concerts. Here's what's…