Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.
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The band Big Bang Boom performs at McLean Day
The 104th annual McLean Day was held on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Lewinsville Park in McLean. About 10,000 people attended the annual community get together. Large carnival rides were provided by Reithoffer Shows on Friday and Saturday which were the main attraction to the festival. 101 vendors and crafters, and 11 food trucks participated in the festival along with the McLean Rotary Club. The Joy of Dance and Big Bang Boom performed on the main stage. The Teen Character Awards were also presented by the McLean Citizens Association at the event. The elections and voting for the MCC Governing Board were also held at the festival. The field games played by the children included Bubble Ball and Laser Tag. There was also a Petting Zoo at the event. Continue reading
The Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale is conducting a Night Hike and S'mores Campfire. This event will be held on May 25, 2019, from 8 pm to 9 pm. The event is for children of above 4 age group and adults. The admission fee is $7 per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program. The registration is open from May 2, 2019, to May 25, 2019. Continue reading
Huntley Meadows Park
Huntley Meadows Park, the largest park operated by the Fairfax County Park Authority is located in the Hybla Valley area of Fairfax County, Virginia, south of the city of Alexandria. Huntley Meadows Park is a well managed 1500 acre wetland in Fairfax County. Twenty years ago beavers dammed a small creek flowing through some forested land donated by the US to Fairfax County. The pond they created attracted wildfowl, turtles, snakes, and the like. Fairfax built a boardwalk and visitor center and the park became quite popular. Over the years silt from developments in the area filled up the wetlands and much of the fauna departed. Last year a major restoration of the park was completed and the results are fantastic. Wildfowl and beavers are back in droves and are easy to watch. Continue reading
Chantilly High School has presented a funny, family-friendly’ children’s show named as ‘Little Red Riding Hood & the Power Mutants.’ The show was written by the former, longtime theater director of Chantilly High School, Ed Monk. The show was presented on Friday, May 10, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 11, at 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, May 12, at 2 p.m. Tickets for the show cost $5.
A spunky Red Riding Hood, Alyssa Dausch, is menaced by wolves on the left and protected by Power Mutants on the right.Continue reading
Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour At Mount Vernon
Each year, Mount Vernon hosts its most popular event of the year known as Spring Wine Festival and Sunset Tour. At this festival, you can sample wines from Virginia's finest wineries while enjoying delicious food, live music, and spectacular views at the estate. Continue reading
Mason Neck, VA is located in Fairfax County. It has a population of 1,983. The median income in Mason Neck, VA is $149,750 and the median home value is $621,800. Given below are some facts that tell why you should choose to live in Mason Neck.Continue reading
Bull Run Regional Park
Bull Run Regional Park is located in Centreville, Fairfax County. Bull Run Regional Park offers 1,500 acres of natural space and facilities for hundreds of possible activities and outdoor adventures for everyone. You can bring your family here for a day of waterslides at Atlantis Waterpark, book one of the large picnic areas for a company picnic, or enjoy a relaxing weekend in the campground or cottages. Given below are some attractions to the park where you can have fun with your family. Continue reading
Viva! Vienna! Memorial Day Festival
ViVa! Vienna! is a three-day family- and community-oriented festival celebrating Memorial Day in Vienna, VA. Vienna’s historic Freeman House, Old Vienna Railroad Station and Church Street provide the backdrop for this celebration that features more than 300 vendors and local artisans, amusement rides, food prepared by local restaurants. A full slate of entertainment is on tap all three days with performances geared toward both children and adults. Entertainers include musical groups, dance troupes, magicians and the like. The event is hosted in its entirety by the Rotary Club of Vienna - who then uses all profits to donate to charitable, community and humanitarian organizations during the upcoming year.Continue reading
NVFS board member and gala emcee, Casey Veatch, Veatch Commercial Real Estate, and NVFS board member, Jenn Aument, Transurban, NVFS president and CEO, Stephanie Berkowitz.
Northern Virginia Family Service Road to Independence Gala was held on May 10 at the Hilton McLean in Tysons Corner. The gala was attended by Northern Virginia government officials and business leaders along with 600 people. $695,000 were raised through annual fundraising dinner and auction. The proceeds will support NVFS signature programs that provide housing, food, job training, education and mental health counseling to Northern Virginia families who are on the road to independence.
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