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Perfect Day for an Easter Egg Hunt in Herndon
Morning-long event by Herndon Parks & Recreation attracts 2,000 attendees.
Dance Theatre on Adrenaline in Reston
Sean Dorsey Dance unpacks trans/queer perspectives with sass and playful humor.
Rainbows Everywhere in Reston
The first ever Reston Pride celebrates the vibrant local LGBTQ community.
Winning Photos on Exhibit at Walker Nature Center in Reston
Images of birdlife meant to celebrate the Centennial of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
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Taste of Reston 'Savors the Flavor of Reston'
Tens of thousands turn out for the food, vendors, family fun and carnival.
Herndon’s Friday Night Live! May Not Live On
Chamber event threatened if Town axes in-kind donations
A 2021 kick-off date for the return of Friday Night Live!, billed as "DC-area's Best Free Outdoor Concert Series Every Friday, May through August on the Herndon Town Green," is threatened and may not happen.
Reston Author Releases Patriotic Activity Book
'Misleading view of what patriotism is' fuels guidebook.
"Patriotic Activity Book for ALL Americans" (Adair, 2021) is the newly released interactive content book co-authored by Reston composer and former teacher Audrey J. Adair.
A Primary Race to Watch: VA House District 86
Early Voting for Democratic Party Primary begins April 23 in Fairfax County
Early Voting at the Fairfax County Government Center for the Democratic Party Primary Election begins April 23.
It's a No to Fire Station #42 Monopole in Vienna
County and Milestone had not reached a lease agreement
The proposal to construct a telecommunication facility, with a 114-foot monopole tower at County-owned Wolf Trap Fire Station #42 in Vienna, died on May 4 after Supervisor John W. Foust (D-Dranesville District) presented a Board Matter concerning Milestone Communications/ Special Exception to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors during its regular meeting.
Activism in Action in Reston
Tamika D. Mallory delivers the Keynote Speech at the 33rd annual Reston, Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday Celebration.
Tamika D. Mallory, a fiery activist for social justice, champion of the Civil Rights Movement, and one of four co-chairs for the Women's March on Washington was the Keynote Speaker for 33rd annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration held on Jan. 15, 2018, at CenterStage, located in Fairfax County's Reston Community Center (RCC) at the Hunters Woods Village Center, Reston.
Free Food and BBQ Lunches
Programs provide consistent access to adequate food.
For some households in the community, summer vacation can mean food insecurity, as consistent access to adequate food is limited by a lack of money and other resources.
Youth-powered Community
In Fairfax County’s 71st 4-H Fair and Carnival, community’s young people shine.
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Racism’s Impact: Great Falls Neighbors Recount Experiences
Great Falls Citizens Association held a virtual town hall during which five neighbors of color provided short vignettes of their lives, sharing their personal experiences and commentaries on racism.
Reston Association Passes Stronger Internal Controls
StoneTurn Group, LLP urged RA to adopt similar policies a year ago.
Fine Arts Conservatory in Floris Approved
Project receives unanimous approval at Hunter Mill Land Use Committee meeting.
Children Shop with the Sheriff
Pride and positive interaction with law enforcement as students get needed gear.
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