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 likely to enjoy them, too….

Summer is in full swing, and Reston’s event schedule is filled with something for everyone. July highlights include the World Police and Fire Games, the annual Ukulele Festival, Fourth of July celebrations, and summer concerts. Here’s what you can find in Reston and surrounding areas of Northern Virginia this month. WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2015 World Police and…

I recently met with a group of mothers as part of an article about their fitness group. One of the moms left quite an impression on me, because she was working out with a smile on her face while simultaneously corralling her three kids under five. I chatted with her after the workout, and was astonished to learn that despite…

Now that summer is here, let’s make it a memorable one. Don’t let it slip by this year! Here’s a list of some of the most fun things to do during summertime in Reston and nearby parts of Northern Virginia. You’ll want to bookmark this page and refer to it all summer long. FESTIVALS ☐ May…

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, 2015. It’s time to buy…

May is here, and that means festival season is beginning. This month Reston welcomes back thousands of annual visitors to the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival. The farmers markets are opening, boat rentals are returning, and summer is just around the corner.

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…

It’s time for our monthly events calendar! April brings spring flowers, Earth Day, a cool art installation, and Reston’s annual birthday party. Here’s what’s happening around town during the next month.

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…