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Photo Gallery: Reston’s Glorious Springtime
Relevance: 4% Posted on: May 10, 2016
Reston may be best known as a growing urban center, but it is also home to exquisite natural scenery, which is particularly magnificent in the springtime. Here are some scenes from Reston during the last several weeks. Photo…
Inspired by Fall Flavors, Local Chefs Craft New Seasonal Dishes
Relevance: 4% Posted on: October 21, 2015
We have officially entered into Fall. Gone are the light ceviches and heirloom tomato salads that dotted menus across town. Chefs are busy revamping their offerings with autumnal flavors and slightly heavier dishes. We thought it would be fun to see how some of our favorite restaurants in and around Reston…
Halloween Cocktails: Psychotic Spirits & Bewitching Brews
Relevance: 4% Posted on: October 22, 2014
Whether you are hosting a Halloween party or just prefer to drink alone — in the dark, in a haunted mansion — these ghostly (ghastly!) concoctions will definitely send a chill down your spine. We dusted off the grand tome of classic cocktails and picked three that will impress your friends... or send them…
The Customized, Tasty Gifts at Reston’s Chesapeake Chocolates
Relevance: 4% Posted on: December 8, 2014
I've often been curious about the chocolate shop at Lake Anne Plaza. It's always great to see a locally-owned business succeeding in Reston, but this one is particularly intriguing to me, because it's such a charming little neighborhood store. And let's be honest: anything involving chocolate is going to catch my attention. Probably…
Reston Area Events in February 2016
Relevance: 4% Posted on: February 1, 2016
Sure, it's cold out there, but turn off Netflix and go out! Even in the middle of winter, this area offers plenty of interesting things to do. Highlights this month include art exhibits, Valentine's Day, and a personal favorite -- the annual Virginia Polar Dip. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2016 Sista Pat's One Vibe -…
Coming Up! Dog Events in Northern Virginia
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 23, 2014
It's autumn, which means it's time to dress your dog like a superhero and take him to socialize in the kind of weather he likes best. Here are some upcoming events for you and your pooch in Northern Virginia. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Barktoberfest Loudoun County Fairgrounds, Leesburg This popular festival is the signature event of the Friends…
The Inspiring Story of Small Change Consignment, the Little Shop of Hidden Treasures
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 15, 2016
When three young mothers decided to open a children's consignment shop at Lake Anne, their lawyer and accountant were skeptical. "Adorable," they said. They didn't think the business would last a year. Thirty-five years later, Small Change Consignment continues to prove them wrong. There's a ton of reasons why Small Change has lasted…
The Inside Scoop on the Hyatt Gingerbread Village
Relevance: 4% Posted on: December 23, 2014
Every December, the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Reston features an intricate gingerbread village created out of hundreds of pounds of sugar and flour. Visiting the gingerbread village is an annual holiday tradition for many Reston families, and a cherished part of the holiday experience at Reston Town Center. The gingerbread village…
Fields of Flowers You Can Pick at Burnside Farms in Haymarket
Relevance: 4% Posted on: April 28, 2015
If you've ever wanted to surround yourself with spring colors, and then fill your home with them, too, we've got a quick day trip suggestion for you. Just about 30 minutes west of Reston is Burnside Farms, one of the world's largest pick-your-own flower farms. They have five acres of flowers…
New Year’s Eve 2016-2017 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia
Relevance: 4% Posted on: December 27, 2016
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, 2016 in Reston, Herndon, Great Falls, Falls Church, and other parts of Northern Virginia. PARTIES AND COMMUNITY EVENTS First Night Alexandria Various locations around Old Town…
Reston Events in October 2015
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 30, 2015
The weather might be cooling down, but local events are still going strong. Highlights this month include Oktoberfest Reston, the Washington West Film Festival, the Reston Home Tour, and lots of family fun for fall and Halloween. Here is your October events calendar for Reston and the surrounding areas of…
Oktoberfest: The Where, When and Why
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 15, 2014
Oktoberfest is fast approaching and people all over the world are dusting off their beer steins in preparation for the festivities. We all love the bratwurst, the pretzels, the chicken dance… But why? Exactly what is Oktoberfest and why do we celebrate it every year? I consulted the official website of the city of Munich for…
Food Truck Wednesday Returns to RTC
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 23, 2014
Leave your sad sack lunch at home — tomorrow is Food Truck Wednesday at Reston Town Center! I don't work at Town Center but if I did THIS would be the most exciting day of the month. I tend to eat lunch at my desk getting crumbs in my keyboard and inevitably spilling some sort…
New Facebook Group Offers Free Workouts for Mothers
Relevance: 4% Posted on: April 6, 2015
There are so many excuses not to exercise, especially if you have young children. It's hard to stay motivated if you exercise solo. Group classes can be expensive, and even more so if you have to pay for child care. And once you do pay for classes, young kids make it tough to stick…
Surf Reston Makes a Splash on Local Lakes
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 7, 2014
Paddleboarders are everywhere this year! You’ve probably seen them drifting across Reston’s lakes, almost walking on water. Adventurous locals are trying stand up paddleboarding (SUP) more than ever. SUP is the nation's fastest growing water sport, and its popularity is certainly visible here in Reston. Fans of the sport describe it…
ArtSpace Herndon: The Art Scene Next Door
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 29, 2014
I know it sounds far-fetched, but sometimes (just sometimes) we need to look beyond Reston's boundaries and explore our neighboring towns. Herndon, just a couple miles up the road, has a burgeoning art scene and an October packed with events. We visited the hub of their artist community, ArtSpace Herndon, to see…
Midnight Madness at the Zoo: A Whimsical Basketball Picture Book By Local Author Sherryn Craig
Relevance: 4% Posted on: March 29, 2016
Guest contributor Kate Schwarz is something of an expert on children's books. She has three kids and reviews what they read together on her blog, Kate's Bookery: Raising Kids with Books. It's a treasure trove of beloved classics, modern picture books and Caldecott winners. If you have kids who love to read, bookmark this…
Virginia is for Lovers… of Craft Beer!
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 7, 2014
Beer has always been part of Virginia’s history but today it’s seeing a renaissance with over 60 craft breweries and the recent designation of August as Virginia Craft Beer Month. The Travel Channel also recently named Virginia one of the nation’s top seven beer destinations. In our efforts to tout…
Reston Events in October 2016
Relevance: 4% Posted on: September 28, 2016
You've got to love Reston in October; we have great fall events and gorgeous foliage. Highlights this month include Oktoberfest Reston, the Washington West Film Festival, the Reston Home Tour, and lots of family fun for fall and Halloween. Here is your October events calendar for Reston and the surrounding…
Get to Know Local Children’s Author Daniel Boris, and His Endearing Dozi the Alligator
Relevance: 4% Posted on: November 18, 2015
The author of one of my son's favorite books, Dozi the Alligator Finds a Family, lives right here in Northern Virginia. My son has excellent taste, too; the book is a gorgeously illustrated story with charming rhyme and humor. The whole premise is funny -- the book stars a young alligator who secretly hitches a ride…