Are you a Reston runner? Or are you thinking about beginning a running program? Then you will love this article by Reston resident Jessica Hofheimer. Jessica is a certified RRCA running coach, Pilates instructor, blogger at PaceofMe.com, and mother of three. Here she provides an excellent guide to running in Reston, with information about many of her favorite resources in…

Stop what you’re doing and go outside — spring flowers are blooming! In the DC area, our beautiful Japanese cherry blossoms get most of the attention this time of year. Less well known, though, are the native, blueish-pink wildflowers known as Virginia bluebells. Unless you’re a gardener or hiker, it’s possible that you haven’t even noticed…

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 to a consistent schedule. Reston…

This article is from 2015. Please refer to this year’s guide: Easter 2016 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia. Are you looking for a great Easter brunch or egg hunt? Here are some of the best Easter festivals, restaurant specials, and egg hunts in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015…

The spring thaw has arrived, and it’s time to return to water recreation! If your kids have watched people fishing along Reston’s lakes and streams and begged to give it a try, this weekend is their chance. Thanks to RA, you can introduce your kids to fishing this Saturday, free of charge. Reston Association is hosting its annual…

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 quality wine and beer at…

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 see some of their projects, as…

Are the frozen lakes taunting you? Is this endless winter bumming you out? Do you long to paddleboard in the warm summer sun with nothing on but a bathing suit and SPF 1,050? Well, we have found the next best thing! The indoor Surf classes at Crunch Fitness in Reston Town Center are an excellent alternative to to the…

Perhaps you’ve discovered a cappella music by watching Pitch Perfect or The Sing Off, or maybe you’re like me, and you’ve been a fan since your college days. If you’re unfamiliar with this musical format, a cappella is music sung without instrumental accompaniment. This artform originated centuries ago as religious madrigals, which eventually influenced the musical styles of barbershop and doo wop. Contemporary…