Category Archives: Living in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia is packed full of everything from fun to educational, serious to whimsical, and anything in between. Every article I have written or event I have written about is below in chronological order, or you can jump quickly to one of these categories:

Weekend Happenings

Seasonal Events

Life in Northern Virginia

Weekend Happenings September 12 – 14

Weekend Happenings in and around Northern VA, September 12-14, 2014 Continue reading

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Labor Day Weekend 2014 events in Northern VA

Labor Day events in the DC Metro area: NSO concert at the Capitol, Waterstock at Tim’s Rivershore, National Book Festival, Epicurience Virginia, MD Renaissance Festival, VA Scottish Games, War of 1812 in Alexandria, and The Kennedy Center’s Page-to-Stage! Continue reading

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Police Unity Tour Fundraisers and Ride

Their mission is simple yet very poignant, especially this week: “We Ride For those who Died! Our Mission is to raise public awareness of Law Enforcement Officers who have sacrificed their lives in the Line of Duty and to raise … Continue reading

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Help Fix Route 66

There are two meetings scheduled to gather public input on the future of Route 66 between the Beltway and Route 15 in Prince William County Continue reading

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Home & Remodeling Show, Dulles Expo, January 20-22

2012 Home & Remodeling Show will be at the Dulles Expo Center January 20-22. Jason Cameron of DIY’s Man Caves and Desperate Landscapes will be appearing Continue reading

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On a Clear Day You Can See the Blue Ridge

Whether you love seeing (and hiking in) the Blue Ridge Mountains or love the rich history of the area, Centreville, Virginia has so much to offer those that call it home. Continue reading

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Weekend Happenings July 1-July 4

Happy Fourth of July! Weekend Happenings include Fringe Festival Preview, City Dance & Music with Milkshake, Grillfish Bayfest, Waves at Matsushima, and A Capitol Fourth. Continue reading

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Weekend Happenings June 24-June 26

Take advantage of the rain-free weekend! Friday Reggae Night–7:30pm, free with tickets, Carter Barron Amphitheatre: A local favorite, The Washington Post Going Out Guide Weekend Concert Series Reggae Night featuring Archives (f. Lenny Kurlou), Passion Reggae Band and Carl Malcolm … Continue reading

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Glory Days in Centreville

Whether you come for the great food, the great service, or the great venue to watch your favorite team, you won’t be disappointed with a stop in to local Centreville favorite, Glory Days. Continue reading

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Make Way for Goslings

In Centreville, Virginia, an area where drivers are often in a hurry, this family of geese accomplished more than many stop signs do! Continue reading

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Weekend Happenings May 20-May 22

Friday Story/Stereo at The Writer’s Corner in Bethesda, MD–Friday, May 20, 8:00pm. A night of words and music. Words curated by the Writer’s Center. Music curated by Chad Clark (Beauty Pill) & Matthew Byars (The Caribbean). On the Red Line … Continue reading

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Weekend Happenings May 13-May 15

Weekend events in DC Metro area for May 13, May 14, May 15 include After Hours at the Kreeger Museum, Rosslyn Outdoor Film Festival, Fairfax Station Railroad Museum Tour, National Harbor Wine & Food Festival, The Taste of Wheaton, Yoga on the National Mall, and Mount Vernon Wine Festival and Sunset Tour. Continue reading

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Weekend Happenings April 29-May 1

The warm weather brings a lot of outdoor activities this weekend. We have everything from Royal Wedding Watching, to Outdoor Film Festivals, to the Annual Top Dog Half Smoke Challenge. Enjoy! Continue reading

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Easter Egg Hunts in the Northern Virginia Area

Chantilly VA–Ticonderoga Farms (Saturdays & Sundays, March 26 – April 24: 10am-5pm): Come join us and the Easter Bunny for some festive fun.  Egg Hunts feature candy and toy-filled eggs.  Find those special golden goose eggs for a prize.  Kids … Continue reading

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Weekend Happenings April 14-17

Ahhhh…it’s the weekend! My son doesn’t have to go to school tomorrow so I don’t have to do the morning grind. Wooohooo! Are you looking for something fun to do? Here are some ideas to get you started! Thursday The … Continue reading

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