Memorial Day is celebrated by millions of Americans each year. It is a time set aside for us to pay our respects to the men and women who have given their lives while serving in the military. They died protecting the freedoms that today we enjoy, and Memorial Day reminds… read more →
Blue Angels Air Shows May 20 and 22, 2015 Annapolis, MD. The Blue Angels Air Shows demonstrate choreographed flight skills of the U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron. Viva Vienna May 23-25, 2015 Vienna, Virginia celebrates with a community festival including food, crafts, music, carnival rides and a Memorial Day tribute.
Mount Vernon Wine Festival & Sunset Tour May 15-17, 2015 An elegant evening of wine, live entertainment, reenactments, and tours of the rarely open cellar vaults of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate. Advance tickets are required. Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival May 16-17, 2015 Reston Town Center, Reston, VA. See… read more →
Mothers are celebrated in many countries on different dates and in different ways. While Mother’s Day traditions and customs vary, everyone knows how important it is to honor moms for everything they do all year long. Here are fun Mother’s Day traditions in 10 other countries.
Looking for a special way to spend Mother’s Day this year? Here are some ideas of ways to spend some family time with mom on Mother’s Day in Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. Mother’s Day Brunch Take mom out to brunch this Mother’s Day. Here are some restaurants with… read more →
The Washington, DC area and its surrounding communities in Maryland and Virginia host lots of annual festivals and special events. All dates, prices, and activities mentioned are subject to change. DC Craft Beer Festival May 9, 2015 Washington Convention Center. Washington, DC. The American craft beer tasting will feature seminars… read more →
Get out there and enjoy the weekend! Here is a breakdown of the latest happenings in our region. Smithsonian Craft Show April 23-25, 2015. The Smithsonian Craft Show is an exhibit of more than 120 exceptional craft artists, representing works in basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal,… read more →
Heres the breakdown of not to miss happenings in the area. Enjoy your weekend, neighbors! Arlington Festival of the Arts April 18-19, 2015. Clarendon, VA. The Arlington Festival of the Arts returns in the spring of 2015 as Highland Street in the Clarendon District of Arlington, Virginia will be transformed… read more →