Search Results for: home tour

Results 251 - 300 of 436	Page 6 of 9
	Results per-page: 10 \| 20 \| 50 \| 100

Two DC Area Botanic Gardens, Two VERY Different Holiday Displays

Relevance: 16% Posted on: December 22, 2014

It's the first day of winter break and already you are at a loss for what to do with the kids. Well you're in luck, we spent the weekend exploring two of the DC Area's best botanic garden holiday displays — The U.S. Botanic Garden in DC and Meadowlark Botanical Gardens…

Herndon Arts Week Returns October 10-16, 2016 with a Celebration of Visual and Performing Arts

Relevance: 15% Posted on: October 4, 2016

Next week, from Oct 10-16, Herndon will host a series of free and low-cost events known as Herndon Arts Week. Each year in early October, Arts Herndon celebrates the local art community with a week-long exposition of the Arts, including the visual and performing arts. During this week, special activities are held…

Guest Post: How to Make Homemade Macarons

Relevance: 15% Posted on: February 11, 2016

I first met Reston resident Valeriya Chunikhin through her gorgeous photography on Instagram. Interspersed among her photos of travel, nature, and fashion are images of the amazing macarons that she makes herself. I had always assumed that macarons are too tricky for me to attempt, but Valeriya creates these beautiful French cookies even though she isn't…

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

Relevance: 15% Posted on: April 7, 2015

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…

Halloween 2016 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

Relevance: 15% Posted on: October 8, 2016

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…

Hands-On Educational Play at the New Children’s Science Center Lab

Relevance: 15% Posted on: July 6, 2015

Northern Virginia finally has its own interactive children's museum, thanks to the new Children's Science Center Lab in Fairfax. This museum, which opened in June, 2015, specializes in hands-on demonstrations of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Its exhibits are designed for children aged 2-12, but parents and older siblings are…

Soups From Around the World Right Here in Reston

Relevance: 14% 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…

Halloween 2015 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

Relevance: 14% Posted on: October 13, 2015

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,…

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christkindlmarkt

Relevance: 14% Posted on: December 3, 2014

[This article is from 2014. For this year's schedule, refer to our article about the 2016 Reston Christkindlmarkt.] December is finally upon us! With it come the lights, decorations and festive merriment of the holidays. At Modern Reston, one of our most favorite holiday events is the Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces) Christkindlmarkt here…

Host a Wine Tasting Event with The Wine Cabinet

Relevance: 14% Posted on: March 13, 2015

You may be familiar with The Wine Cabinet in North Point Village Center, but you may not know that along with the many events they host in-store, they also offer in-home wine tasting parties. The Wine Cabinet is a boutique wine shop that prides itself on seeking out the highest…

Ask a Designer: Decorating a Mid-Century House

Relevance: 14% Posted on: September 7, 2014

If you're looking for the perfect setting for that swinging cocktail party, you've got plenty of options around here. The playful spirit of 1960s Reston can still be seen in its original houses. Huge windows, clean lines, and open spaces for entertaining are some of the highlights of these beautiful homes. But what…

Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Reston

Relevance: 14% Posted on: January 30, 2015

Looking for a place to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday, February 1st? We have several ideas for you. Reston's newest restaurant, Glory Days Grill, opened this week. It's a sports bar with 40 TVs, and each booth has its own speaker with volume control. They serve a broad menu of…

We’d love to hear from you!

Relevance: 13% Posted on: September 7, 2014

For general inquiries: [email protected] For home tours, before & afters and other story ideas: [email protected] To advertise with us: [email protected] FOLLOW US! Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest

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

Relevance: 13% 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 Winter Prep: 7 Easy Ways to Winterize Your Car

Relevance: 13% Posted on: December 18, 2014

Today we're talking cars for the second and final installment of our Reston Winter Prep series. So you've finally taken home that brand-new (insert car name here) you've been saving for. You've read the owner's manual from cover to cover as though it were a romance novel and are pretty confident you can keep the thing healthy and maintained. But…

Gift Guide: Holiday Gifts that Celebrate Reston

Relevance: 13% 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…

Decadent Adult Milkshakes à la Ted’s Bulletin

Relevance: 13% Posted on: September 7, 2014

Cupcakes are old news. Haven't you heard? Since Ted's Bulletin arrived on the scene in Reston Town Center the buzz has been about spiked milkshakes—creamy, chilled confections with a mighty kick. Taking a cue from their menu, we decided to give it a-go at home and create our own milkshakes inspired by our…

Before & After: A Dingy 1970s Bathroom Becomes Bright and Modern

Relevance: 12% Posted on: September 15, 2014

They almost didn’t buy their dream house because of this room. As Michelle and Charlie toured a light-filled, mid-century house in Reston, they knew they had found The One. Then, upon stepping into the master bath, they promptly changed their minds! This dark cave of a bathroom had dingy, wood…

The 2016 Reston Summer Bucket List

Relevance: 12% Posted on: May 31, 2016

Reston really shines in the summertime. This season of fun always slips by too quickly -- don't miss it! Here's a list of some of the best things to do during summertime in Reston and nearby parts of Northern Virginia. How many of these things can you check off this year? You'll want to bookmark this…

Photo Gallery: The Blizzard of 2016 Buries Reston

Relevance: 11% Posted on: January 25, 2016

What a crazy weekend it was! I'm still buzzing from all the excitement of the historic snowstorm that pummeled the DC area for 36 hours, leaving behind almost two and a half feet of snow. Here are some of the photographs I took during and after the blizzard. Because the roads were impassable, I was…

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

Relevance: 11% 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…

At the Reston Market: The Intricate and Modern Jewelry of Alessandra Eusebi

Relevance: 11% Posted on: July 24, 2015

Every Saturday morning during farmers market season, an art market takes place on Lake Anne Plaza. If you haven't taken a close look at the vendors there, I encourage you to do so. There is a lot of talent and quality on display every week. I've discovered some beautiful artwork and…

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

Relevance: 11% Posted on: October 8, 2015

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…

Introducing Blue Valley Vineyard & Winery: Award-Winning Dry Whites and Luscious Reds in Delaplane

Relevance: 11% Posted on: September 15, 2015

It's no secret that we, at Modern Reston, love a beautiful glass of wine. We are always on the hunt for new local wineries. A place to hang out with friends away from the (sub)urban jungle we call home. Sadly, while most local wineries are scenic, we are usually disappointed with the actual wine — whites…

The BEACH Exhibit at the National Building Museum: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Relevance: 11% Posted on: July 22, 2015

It's one of the zaniest ideas to come to town. By now, you may have heard of the BEACH exhibit in Washington, D.C. It's a sea of white plastic balls where you can swim in the climate-controlled, shark-free, and architecturally magnificent National Building Museum. This temporary installation has received rave reviews from the…

Reston Events in September 2015

Relevance: 11% Posted on: August 31, 2015

We're sorry to see summer go, but September brings some of our area's greatest events. The Lake Anne Jazz and Blues Festival and the Reston Multicultural Festival will help to cure those back-to-school blues. Here's what's happening this month in Reston, Herndon, Great Falls, and surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2015…

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

Relevance: 10% 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…

Reston Events for November 2014

Relevance: 10% Posted on: November 1, 2014

November kicks off the winter season in Reston! We have ice skating and holiday celebrations, without the cold weather of true winter. Here are some event highlights for November in the Reston area. NOVEMBER 1, 2014 - MARCH, 2015 Reston Town Center Ice Skating Reston Town Center Pavilion The centerpiece…

Home

Relevance: 10% Posted on: August 24, 2014

ArtsPlay: A New Literature-Based Art & Drama Program for Preschoolers

Relevance: 10% Posted on: November 11, 2014

I am blessed to have two very different kids with two very different talents. One is extremely imaginative and has been drawing recognizable people since age 2 and the other is a linguist and a realist. In an effort to push child #2 out of his comfort zone, I went in…

Home-AnthologyST15

Relevance: 10% Posted on: January 13, 2015

Home-AnthologyST15

Relevance: 10% Posted on: January 13, 2015

Reston Farm Market: Fall Family Fun Right Here in Town

Relevance: 10% Posted on: October 10, 2014

With all the fall festivals happening in Northern Virginia this month, families are making the trek into the countryside to be surrounded by pumpkins, fall colors, and children's entertainment. What you might not know is that there is a great spot for fall excitement right here in Reston. The Reston Farm…