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Bikers on the W&OD: Following the trailthrough the Town, you pass many Vienna land-marks: the community center, the Town Green,
the historic Freeman Store and Museum, theiconic red caboose, the historic train depot and
Caboose Brewery on the other end of Town.
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What’s the Best Part of Living inVienna/Oakton?
Newcomers
Photos by Carlyn Kranking/The Connection
These interviews have been edited and condensed.
—Carlyn Kranking
Susan Fay, Vienna resident of 19 years“This is a unique little place; it’s a little hometown feel in this large county. I don’t live
in the town proper, I live outside the town, but I still feel it. There’s a pulse and a vibe,and you don’t get that everywhere.”
Fred “Cotton” Via, Vienna resident of 62 years“It’s a nice place for a family to grow up. It’s a great place for sports, a great place
for kids. The Metro’s close. I love the big buildings going up. Being a builder, I liketo see progress.”
Sharon Ng, Vienna resident of 1 year and Joseph Rubin, Oaktonresident of 12 years
“I have a lot of friends who all go to Madison, so it’s a community that’s rightaround the school, so that’s really nice,” Rubin said.
“I really like how it’s just a Metro ride from the nation’s capital. Whenever I havefriends visiting me, I always just take them to D.C.,” Ng said. “It’s a really nice placeto be.”
Viewpoints
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Newcomers & Community Guide
By Supervisor Catherine M.
Hudgins
(D-Hunter Mill District)
Welcome to Fairfax Countyand to Hunter Mill District.To help orientate you, it isuseful to remember much
of life in Hunter Mill is shared with thegreater community of Fairfax. I am glad youhave chosen our area to be your home. It isa wonderful, vibrant, diverse place that issafe, family friendly, convenient, and loadedwith fun things to do whether it be shop-ping in Reston Town Center or engaging invarious outdoor activities in one of our re-nowned parks. Throughout the county andthe district, we enjoy parks and trails, a firstclass education system, and excellent librar-ies.
Wondering about the best things aboutliving here? Let’s do quick scan of severalenticing Hunter Mill services, projects andprograms.
Parks in the Hunter Mill District areamong of the jewels of the Fairfax CountyPark Authority.
Lake Fairfax Park is a destination locationproviding 476 acres of parkland. You’ll finda wide range of family-friendly activitiesand the necessary facilities to make yourvisit to Lake Fairfax a memorable multi-dayexperience. Visitors can enjoy the WaterMine family water park, family and groupcampgrounds, a skate park, a pump track,several hiking and mountain biking trails,and athletic fields. Lake Fairfax is also hometo a wide variety of classes, camps, and spe-cial events, including a PirateFest.
Frying Pan Farm Park preserves and in-terprets farm life of the 1920s to 1950s. Onthis working farm, you can visit the farmanimals, take a wagon ride or hike throughthe fields and woods, explore the historicMeeting House and cemetery, watch thejumpers in equestrian facilities, and satisfyyour sweet tooth with penny candy fromthe Country Store. In the summer, bringyour blanket to enjoy the Hunter Mill Melo-dies free concert series with performancesfor the kids on Wednesday mornings andfamily-friendly Thursday night concerts.
One of the most innovative projects un-derway is the new upper school for McNairElementary School. With the tremendousneed of new facilities for the growing num-ber of students, Fairfax County PublicSchools is planning a new, more verticalbuilding for upper grades to accompany thecurrent McNair Elementary School. And,even more exciting, the new facility willincorporate space for County agencies thatprovide needed services to the students andfamilies in the area. This community-schoolconcept co-locates human services in theone place where most families are – theirlocal school. In addition, the communitybenefits from the use of space for pre-kin-dergarten enrichment, sports, meetingspace for scouts, community organizations,and special events.
Given the highly diverse population ofHunter Mill, the 2018 resuming of the sis-
terhood partnership withNeyri, Kenya was gladly re-ceived. A delegation fromKenya arrived in Reston earlyJune. They toured RestonTown Center and thoroughlyenjoyed the view, the peopleand the food. They were cap-tivated by Fairfax County andanxious to learn as much aspossible. County staff con-ferred with them on an arrayof issues ranging from Health,Human Services, Planning andZoning.
This collaboration will be ofmutual benefit to Reston andNyeri. In addition to sharingideas and best practices, bothlocalities support the exposureto traditional art and culturalcustoms as well.
SPEAKING OF TRADI-TION, small town charmthrives in the Towns of Viennaand Herndon. The W&ODTrail runs through the heart ofVienna, connecting ChurchStreet’s historic shops andsites, the Town Green plaza,the newly renovated Commu-nity Center, and services at theTown Hall and Police Depart-ment. Vienna loves to cel-ebrate with the VivaVienna!Festival, the annual HalloweenParade, 4th of July celebrations,Oktoberfest, Taste of Vienna, and more.Stop by Waters Field for a chili dog and takein the action at the best baseball facility inthe area.
With Public Library branches in Vienna,Reston, Tysons, and Herndon you will en-
joy a plethora of programs, performances,clubs, and events for infants through se-niors.
Regarding the Reston Concept and Goalsfor the New Town, I am happy to reportthat we are moving towards the fulfillmentof Bob Simon’s dream for the community.
We have several projects coming online thatembody his goals advancing his desire forfinancial success of the New Town. Privateenterprise was always foreseen as a majorforce in the creation of Reston.º The antici-pated development, commercial, cultural,and recreational facilities will make it pos-sible to live, walk to work, and play in aplace called Reston.º
Moreover, Hunter Mill is a beautiful areathat is easily accessible and manageable.Take transportation, for instance - TheHunter Mill District’s streets are laid out inan easy to navigate grid that is accommo-dating for both novice and experienced driv-ers. The streets are lined with beautifullandscaping and greenery that make yourdrive more enjoyable as you travel throughthe area.
If traffic concerns you, please know thatnumerous projects are underway designedto reduce congestion and create new acces-sible routes to your destination, one of thembeing The Soapstone Connector. When com-pleted, the Soapstone Connector will pro-vide a direct connection between SunsetHills Road and Sunrise Valley Drive, overthe Dulles Toll Road. Also in process is the
replacing of the one lanebridge that carries Hunter MillRoad over Colvin Run. Thenew bridge will have two lanesand four-foot-wide shoulders,reducing congestion and im-proving operations and safety.
The combination of ouremergencyºservices, environ-mental protection, economicgrowth and developmentstrategies coupled with con-sumer protection ensures aproductive, secure, andfriendly community.ºWith somuch happening, how can youkeep abreast of current newsand developments?
MY OFFICE strives to helpwith a variety of tools. Sub-scribe to my monthly electronicnewsletter, Hunter Mill High-lights, and news updates fol-lowing the Board of Supervi-sors’ meetings and specialalerts. Just call 703-478-0282or e-mail [email protected]. Delve into alocal topic by watching “Con-necting with SupervisorHudgins,” my monthly cableshow on the County’s Channel16. If you prefer a more per-sonal touch, stop by on one ofthe First Wednesday events tomeet with me one-on-one todiscuss your topic. And, for a
one-stop-shop for Hunter Mill facilities,events, land use cases, transportation andmore, check out the Hunter Mill Districtwebsite –www.fairfaxcounty.gov/huntermill.
It is an honor to serve you as your CountySupervisor and I look forward to getting toknow you.
So Much to Do in Hunter Mill District
Before winning the Major League Baseball 2018 Home Run Derby laterthe same day, Bryce Harper of the Washington Nationals took time toopen the newly renovated baseball fields at the Bryce Harper All-StarComplex at Fred Crabtree Park. A partnership with Major League Base-ball, the Park Authority, and Reston Little League culminated with theopening of two upgraded baseball fields complete with new dugouts,batting cages, and lights for community use.
Before winning the Major League Baseball 2018 HomeRun Derby later the same day, Bryce Harper of theWashington Nationals took time to open the newlyrenovated baseball fields at the Bryce Harper All-StarComplex at Fred Crabtree Park. Supervisor Catherine M.Hudgins, center, Harper, right. The partnership culmi-nated with the opening of two upgraded baseball fieldscomplete with new dugouts, batting cages, and lights forcommunity use.
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First, be sure you are registered.Oct. 15 is the deadline to register,and to check your registration.Many voters across the country
have discovered that they have been unex-pectedly dropped from the voter rolls, sobe sure to check at elections.virginia.gov
Absentee Voting inPerson Begins Sept. 21
Voting early if you qualify is a goodchoice.
There are 20 valid reasons to vote absen-tee in Virginia, including working and com-muting to and from home for 11 or morehours between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Elec-tion Day. Check the Virginia Department ofElections list to see if you are eligible:https://www.elections.virginia.gov/cast-ing-a-ballot/absentee-voting/index.htmll
There are two ways to vote absentee, in-person and by mail. To do either, you shouldfirst check your voter registration status tomake sure it is up-to-date.
If you vote absentee in-person you willfill out the application when you arrive atthe in-person absentee location.In Person Absentee Voting,Locations, Dates and Hours
Scheduled to begin Friday, Sept. 21,through Saturday, Nov. 3 at the governmentcenter, and Oct. 13-Nov. 3 at the satellitelocations.
Fairfax County Government Center,12000 Government Center Parkway, Con-ference Room 2/3, Fairfax, VA, 22035
Sept. 21-Oct. 12Closed Monday, Oct. 8, Columbus DayMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday,
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.Saturdays, Oct. 6-Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Oct. 15-Nov. 3Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
All Satellite Locations:Oct. 13 - Nov. 3Weekdays: Monday thru Friday, 3 p.m. -
7 p.m.Saturdays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sundays: Closed❖ Franconia Governmental Center, 6121
Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310❖ Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond High-
way, Lorton, VA 22079❖ Mason Governmental Center, 6507 Co-
lumbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003❖ McLean Governmental Center, 1437
Balls Hill Road, McLean, VA 22101
❖ Mount Vernon Governmental Center,2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306
❖ North County Governmental Center,1801 Cameron Glen Drive, Reston, VA20190
❖ Providence Community Center, 3001Vaden Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
❖ Sully Governmental Center, 4900Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, VA 20151
❖ West Springfield Governmental Center,6140 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152
Absentee Voting By MailTo track the status of your absentee bal-
lot application and ballot, you can view yourVirginia Voter Record, https://v o t e . e l e c t i o n s . v i r g i n i a . g o v /VoterInformation
The deadline to apply for an absenteeballot online, by mail, by fax, or by email is7 days prior to Election Day by 5 pm.
You can apply for your absentee ballotonline, https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation
Or print, complete, and sign the absen-tee ballot application (PDF), https://www.elections.virginia.gov/Files/Forms/V o t e r F o r m s / V i r g i n i aAbsenteeBallotApplication.pdf
Absentee ballot applications are alsoavailable for in-person visits at county gov-ernmental centers as well as Fairfax Countylibrary branches. Send in the completedapplication: Scan then email the applica-tion to [email protected] ormail the application to the Office of Elec-tions at Box 10161, Fairfax, VA 22038 orFax the application to the Office of Electionsat 703-324-3725. Once your completedapplication is received and accepted, your
absentee ballot will be sent to you in threebusiness days. If you have questions aboutyour ballot, call the Office of Elections at703-222-0776 (TTY 711).
Absentee ballots must be returned to theOffice of Elections by 7 p.m. on Election Day,Nov. 6, 2018 in order to be counted,
Virginia Voter IDAcceptable forms of valid identification:
Virginia driver’s license, Virginia DMV-is-sued photo ID, United States passport, Em-ployer-issued photo ID, Student photo IDissued by a school, college, or universitylocated in Virginia, Other U.S. or Virginiagovernment-issued photo ID, Tribal enroll-ment or other tribal photo ID, Virginia VoterPhoto ID card
Need a Photo ID?If you don’t have an ID, go to your voter
registration office to get a free Voter PhotoID, even on Election Day. You will be re-quired to complete an photo ID application,have your photo taken and to sign a digitalsignature pad.
Forgot photo ID on Election Day?If you get to your polling place without
acceptable photo ID, you can vote a provi-sional ballot. You will be given instructionson what to do so your vote can count.
A voter will have until noon on the Fri-day following the election to deliver a copyof the identification to the local electoralboard or to appear in person to apply for aVirginia Voter Photo ID Card. Voters maysubmit a copy of their ID via fax, email, in-person, or through the mail or commercialdelivery service. The copy of the ID mustbe delivered to the electoral board by noonon Friday, or the provisional ballot cannotbe counted.
Also by noon on Friday following the elec-tion, the voter may appear in-person in theoffice of the general registrar, in the local-ity in which the provisional ballot was cast,and apply for a Virginia Voter Photo ID Card.At the completion of the application pro-cess, the voter may request a TemporaryIdentification Document. This documentcan be provided to the electoral board forthe identification requirement.
Upcoming Events to Register andGet Voter ID
The Office of Elections is open daily dur-ing normal business hours to provide resi-dents the opportunity to register to vote or
obtain a free voter photo ID if needed. 703-222-0776, 12000 Government Center Park-way Suite 323, Fairfax, VA 22035
The following special events will also pro-vide opportunity to register to vote and/orget your photo Virginia Voter card.
❖ Saturday, Sept. 1, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 SherwoodHall Lane, Alexandria, 22306
❖ Tuesday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., TheWoodlands Retirement Community, 4320Forest Hill Ct, Fairfax, 22030
❖ Monday, Sept. 17, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Heatherwood Retirement Community. 9642Burke Lake Road, Burke, 22015
❖ Wednesday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Greenspring Retirement Community, 7410Spring Village Drive, Springfield, 22150
❖ Tuesday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Burke Health and Rehab Center, 9640 BurkeLake Road, Burke, 22015
❖ Wednesday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Herndon Senior Center, 873 Grace St #1,Herndon, 20170
❖ Thursday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Lewinsville Retirement Residence, 1515Great Falls Street, McLean 22101
❖ Saturday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 SherwoodHall Lane Alexandria, 22306
❖ Tuesday, Oct. 9, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.,Arleigh Burke Pavilion at Vinson Hall Re-tirement Community, 1739 Kirby Road,McLean, 22101
UNITED STATES SENATECorey A. Stewart (R)Timothy M. Kaine (D)Matt J. Waters (L)
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESDistrict 8Thomas S. Oh (R)Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (D)
District 10Barbara J. Comstock (R)Jennifer T. Wexton (D)
District 11Jeff A. Dove Jr. (R)Gerald Edward Connolly (D)Stevan M. Porter (L)
Herndon, Mayor and Town CouncilIf you live inside the Town of Herndon, local
elections for mayor and Town Council are now inNovember. These are nonpartisan positions.
http://www.herndon-va.gov/government/mayor-town-council/town-elections
MayorLisa C. Merkel, unopposed
Town Council, vote for six, * means incumbentJennifer K. Baker *Grace Wolf Cunningham *Cesar A. Del AguilaPradip DhakalSigne V. Friedrichs *W. J. “Sean” Kenis Jr.William “Bill” J. McKenna *Sheila A. Olem *Joseph T. “Joe” PlummerRoland Taylor
TWO VIRGINIA CONSTITUTIONALAMENDMENT BALLOT QUESTIONS
State Ballot Question OneQuestion: Should a county, city, or town be
authorized to provide a partial tax exemption forreal property that is subject to recurrent flooding,if flooding resiliency improvements have beenmade on the property?
Present LawGenerally, the Constitution of Virginia provides
that all property shall be taxed. The Constitution
Every year is election year in Virginia; mechanicsand details of voting require attention to detail.How To Vote
Election Day is Nov. 6, 2018; earlyvoting starts Sept. 21.
Election Day,Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018
On Election Day, polls are open from 6 a.m.-7p.m., Nov. 6.
To determine whether eligible and registeredto vote in this election, visit the VirginiaDepartment of Elections website atelections.virginia.gov/ or call Fairfax Electionsoffice at 703-222-0776.
To vote on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, 6 a.m.-7p.m. (General Election)
❖ Register/update address by: Monday, Oct.15.
❖ Request absentee ballot by mail by: 5 p.m.Tuesday, Oct. 30.
❖ Vote early, in-person absentee, by appearingin person by 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3
For more information on voting in FairfaxCounty:
Fairfax County Office of Elections12000 Government Center Parkway Suite 323Fairfax, VA, 22035Voter Registration: 703-222-0776, TTY 711Absentee Fax: 703-324-3725Email: [email protected] Officer Info: 703-324-4735, TTY 711For 24-hour recorded information call 703-
324-4700
On The Ballot, Fairfax County, Nov. 6, 2018
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Assistance League of NorthernVirginia, a volunteer nonprofit,invites community members to jointhe organization to participate in itsReading Express program. Volunteersprovide one-on-one tutoring to firstgrade students during the schoolyear. To learn more contact VPMembership Mary Gronlund [email protected] or ProgramCoordinator Lynn Barron [email protected].
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Shepherd’s Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church, 1205Dolley Madison Blvd., McLeancontinues to have an urgent need fornew volunteers to help area seniorcitizens get to and from their medicaland therapy appointments. To findout more about the Shepherd’sCenter and how you can volunteer toprovide transportation and otherservices, call the Center at 703-506-2199 or e-mail the Center [email protected]. The Center’swebsite is www.scmafc.org.
Master Gardener Training. TheFairfax County Master GardenerAssociation offers plant clinics, hometurf training or speakers forhomeowner’s meetings. Fees vary.Visit fairfaxgardening.org or call MGHelp Desk at 703-324-8556 for more.
The Northern Virginia Long TermCare Ombudsman Programneeds volunteer advocates forresidents in nursing homes andassisted living facilities. Contact LisaCallahan at 703-324-5861, TTY 711or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/olderadultservices/ltcombudsman/.
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of Virginia also sets out specific types of property that maybe exempted from taxation. For example, the Constitution ofVirginia allows the General Assembly to permit localities toprovide a partial exemption from real estate taxes as an in-centive for property owners to make substantialimprovements to existing structures by renovating, rehabili-tating, or replacing those structures.
Proposed AmendmentThe proposed amendment would authorize the General As-
sembly to allow localities to provide a partial tax exemptionfor real property that is subject to recurrent flooding, if im-provements have been made on the property to addressflooding. The General Assembly and participating localitieswould be allowed to place restrictions or conditions on quali-fication for the tax exemption.
“YES” vote will authorize the General Assembly to allow lo-calities to provide a partial tax exemption for real propertythat is subject to recurrent flooding, if improvements havebeen made on the property to address flooding.
“NO” vote will not allow such a tax exemption.
State Ballot Question TwoQuestion: Shall the real property tax exemption for a
primary residence that is currently provided to the survivingspouses of veterans who had a one hundred percent service-connected, permanent, and total disability be amended toallow the surviving spouse to move to a different primaryresidence and still claim the exemption?
Present LawThe Constitution of Virginia currently requires the General
Assembly to exempt from taxation the principal place of resi-dence of any veteran who has been determined by the U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs to have a 100 percent service-connected, permanent, and total disability. This taxexemption is also provided to the surviving spouse of such aveteran, so long as the surviving spouse continues to occupythat property as the surviving spouse’s principal place of resi-dence
Proposed AmendmentThe proposed amendment would allow the surviving
spouse of any veteran who has been determined by the U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs to have a 100 percent service-connected, permanent, and total disability to continue toclaim the tax exemption currently provided, even if the sur-viving spouse moves to a new principal place of residence thatis owned by the surviving spouse.
“YES” vote will allow these surviving spouses to move to anew principal place of residence that is owned by the surviv-ing spouse and still claim the tax exemption.
“NO” vote will not allow such surviving spouses to moveand still claim the tax exemption.
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY BONDTEXT: “Shall Fairfax County, Virginia, contract a debt, bor-
row money, and issue bonds in the maximum aggregateprincipal amount of $182,000,000 to provide funds, in addi-tion to funds from public safety facilities bonds previouslyauthorized, to finance, including reimbursement to theCounty for temporary financing for, the costs of public safetyfacilities, including the construction, reconstruction, enlarge-ment, renovation and equipment of civil and criminal justicefacilities, police training and operational facilities and sta-tions, fire and rescue training facilities and stations, includingfire and rescue stations owned by volunteer organizations,and the acquisition of necessary land?”
$73 million would be earmarked for improvements to fourfire stations — Mount Vernon ($16 million), Fairview ($16million), Gunston ($13 million), and Seven Corners ($13million) — that are all 37 years or older. An additional $15million would be used to improve one of the eight volunteerstations that is more than 40 years old.
The Fairfax County Police Department would receive $59million: $18 million to renovate and expand the Mason Dis-trict Station which was built in 1975; $18 million to renovateand upgrade its Criminal Justice Academy, and $18 millionto renovate, expand or replace the Police Evidence StorageBuilding used to store evidence for court cases, and alsohouses the warrant desk and the victim services section.
The Adult Detention Center needs $45 million of improve-ments to three wings, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC,elevator and fire protection systems as well as security andcamera equipment. $5 million would be used to improve theJennings Judicial Center.
On The Ballot
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Newcomers & Community Guide
By Carlyn Kranking
The Connection
Since I was five years old, I’ve livedin Vienna: dancing, as a child, onthe Town Green during summerconcerts, going to summer camps
at Nottoway Park and riding the Ferris wheelat the ViVa! Vienna! festival Memorial Dayweekend.
Now I’m 19, and for the first time sincemoving here, I spent an extended amountof time away from Vienna: nine months liv-ing in a Chicago suburb for college. ThoughI enjoyed the new experiences in Illinois,here are a few of the many places I washappy to come home to in Vienna this sum-mer.
W & OD TrailThough this trail along what formerly was
the Washington & Old Dominion Railroadextends far beyond Vienna, I like how sce-nic the Vienna section of the trail is in con-trast to other stretches of the W&OD. Fol-lowing the trail through the Town, you passmany Vienna landmarks: the communitycenter, the Town Green, the historic Free-man Store and Museum, the iconic red ca-boose, the historic train depot and CabooseBrewery on the other end of Town.
Cocoa ViennaWhen I walk through the door of Cocoa
Vienna, the first thing I notice is the smellof chocolate. I’ve always been impressedwith the friendly service here, and while it’shard to choose what to get with such a widevariety of handmade chocolates, I have neverbeen disappointed.
Bards AlleyThis corner bookstore on Church Street
caught my attention as soon as it opened.Bards Alley offers storytimes for kids andbook clubs for adults as well as a wide vari-ety of books. It includes a small cafe to makethe bookstore into a place to spend timechatting with friends in addition to findinggood reads.
Crepe AmourCrepe Amour offers a wide selection of
extremely satisfying sweet and savorycrepes. Employees make the crepes rightthere at the counter, so you can watch theprocess as they’re prepared for you. Its gelatois the perfect complement to the crepes, andthe room provides the perfect atmosphereto eat and relax with friends.
Magnolia Dessert Bar& Coffee
Magnolia actually opened while I wasaway at school, and when I first saw it, all ittook was one Google search for me to real-ize I had to go there – the pictures I saw ofthe food had me sold. Magnolia did not dis-appoint. The food is delicious and, like thewhole establishment, is beautiful. Every-thing is photogenic, from the decorations,
to the food, to the Instagram-worthy floralbathroom walls.
Meadowlark BotanicalGardens
These beautiful botanical gardens are afun place to walk around and spend timeoutdoors. I like to go each year toMeadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, a lightdisplay around the botanical gardens that
ends with hot chocolate and roasting marsh-mallows.
Church Street PizzaChurch Street Pizza is a great, low-key
place to spend time with friends or bringthe family and enjoy New York style pizza.It’s one of the places that my friends and Imost like to go to in the Town. They alsooffer delivery in Vienna, Tysons and Oakton.
Vienna InnA true Vienna landmark, the Vienna Inn
has a real community vibe. I’ve seen serversgreet people by name as they walk in thedoor. There are community events postedand kids’ drawings hung up, so the placereally has a small town feel. The Vienna Innis famous for its chilli dogs, reportedly sell-ing over 10,000 each month.
What makes the Town feel like home?Highlights of Vienna
Jen Morrow, owner of Bards AlleyCrepe Amour employee Emma Knoke prepares a gelato sample for acustomer. Jeanie and Bill Monroe enjoy an afternoon at Crepe Amour.
Bikers on the W&OD. The historic train depot, just beside the W&OD trail through Vienna.
Cocoa Vienna co-owner Staci Meruvia prepares a box of chocolates for acustomer.
Dima Baldueb, employee ofMagnolia Dessert Bar & Coffee
Some drinks at Magnolia Dessert Bar & Coffee
Rose Ramey, a barista atCaffe Amouri
See Highlights, Page 11
Photos by Carlyn Kranking/The Connection
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Source: Town of Vienna, www.viennava.gov
1 BRANCH ROAD TOT LOT
Locust Street and Branch Road, SE; 0.62 AcresPark features: Playground; Small Open Play AreaOPEN: Daylight to Dusk
2 GLYNDON PARK
300 Glyndon St., SE; 11 AcresPark features: walking trail; one youth ball field;
one basketball court; two lighted tennis courts;restroom facility; water fountain; playground;three parking lots and three sheltered areas
OPEN: Daylight to Dusk — except for tennis courtsRESERVABLE AREAS: 1 Shelter with capacity for
75, eight tables and one grill
3 MEADOW LANE PARK
400 Courthouse Road, SW; 3.43 AcresPark features: two lighted tennis courts; one
softball field; one basketball court; restroom;water fountain; and a playground
OPEN: Daylight to Dusk–except for tennis andbasketball courts
4 MOOREFIELD PARK; VIENNA DOG PARK
700 Courthouse Road, SW; 9.99 AcresPark features: Walking TrailsDog Park: off-leash park; shaded area; open area;
on-site water supply and doggie playgroundOPEN: Daylight to Dusk
5 NORTHSIDE PARK
Mill Street NE @ W&OD andGlyndon Street NE; 26.58 AcresPark features: natural passive park; trails and
streamOPEN: Daylight to Dusk
6 PETERSON LANE PARK
Malcolm Road, NW; 5.45 AcresPark features: playgrounds; one basketball court;
open play area and a parking lot. Jointly ownedand operated with FCPA.
OPEN: Daylight to Dusk
7 SARAH WALKER MERCER PARK
247 Nutley St., NW; 1 AcrePark features: walking/toddler bike trail; learning
circle; lawn and a rain gardenOPEN: Daylight to dusk
8 SOUTHSIDE PARK
1317 Ross Drive, SW; 17.25 AcresPark features: two full size softball fields (one
lighted); one basketball court; one sandvolleyball court; restroom facility; waterfountain; playground; trails; stream; twoparking lots and one sheltered area
OPEN: Daylight to Dusk– except for scheduledprograms
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144 Maple Ave., East; 2.5 AcresPark features: walking trail; plaza/fountain; lawn/
picnic area; amphitheatre; and restroomsOPEN: Daylight to Dusk
10 WILDWOOD PARK
Valley Drive SE to Mashie Drive SE; 15.65 AcresPark features: trails and natural wooded area; and a
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The entrance to Vienna Town Green ismarked by this Veteran’s Memorial.
The Little Free Library, which stands in frontof Vienna’s first library, built in 1897. It wasdedicated to the late Vienna Mayor M. JaneSeeman, honoring her love of books.
The amphitheater is at the center ofthe Vienna Town Green. From Maythrough August, concerts for all agescan be found there. Mr. Gabe & theCircle Time All Stars play to familiespicnicking on the lawn.
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Caffe AmouriAnother location with a feeling
of community, Caffe Amouri is acoffee shop with a commitment tosustainability. It’s also a place dedi-cated to the community, offeringopen mic nights and classes andpartnering with local organiza-tions. I like to come in and getwork done or hang out withfriends.
Wolf TrapNational Park
Wolf Trap is an intimate outdoor
concert venue and National Parkdedicated to the performing arts.In addition to the Filene Center(main stage), there is theChildren’s Theater in the Woodsand trails for walking. Don’t missthe free Winter Holiday Sing-A-Long concert with the UnitedStates Marine Band and local sing-ers or the free Memorial Day con-cert and fireworks.
So, I invite you to go out andexplore the Town, because this listdoesn’t even scratch the surface ofall the places it has to offer. Wel-come to Vienna, and I hope thatyou, too, will find aspects of theTown that are always a joy to comehome to.
HighlightsCustomers at Vienna Inn enjoy a meal together
Newcomers
Caffe Amouri
Rose Ramey, a barista at Caffe Amouri
Photos by Carlyn Kranking/The Connection
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A Guide to Fairfax County Parks
in the Vienna & McLean Areas
6 Holly Knolls1010 Redberry Court, Great FallsNeighborhood Park
7 Great Falls Nike1089 Utterback Store Road, Great FallsDistrict Park
8 Windermere11000 Georgetown Pike, Great FallsCommunity Park
9 Lockmeade1104 Riva Ridge Drive, Great FallsCommunity Park
10 Lexington Estates10401 Shesue Street, Great FallsNeighborhood Park
11 Colvin Run Mill Site10017 Colvin Run Road, Great FallsCultural Resource Park
12 The Turner Farm925 Springvale Road, Great FallsCommunity Park
13 Great Falls Grange9818 Georgetown Pike, Great FallsCommunity Park
14 Riverbend8700 Potomac Hill Street, Great FallsMultiple Resource Park
15 Jefferson District7900 Lee Highway, Falls ChurchMultiple Resource Park
16 Pine Spring7600 Willow Lane, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
17 Tyler7216 Rice Street, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
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18 Devonshire2826 Edgehill Ave, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
19 Jefferson Village2932 East Tripps Run Rd., Falls ChurchCommunity Park
20 John Mastenbrook-GreenwayDowns, 2858 Woodlawn Ave., FallsChurch, Neighborhood Park
21 James Lee School Site2855 Annandale Road, Falls ChurchCommunity Park
22 Azalea2905 Cleave Drive, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
23 Westgate7508 Magarity Road, Falls ChurchCommunity Park
Photos by Renée Ruggles featuring Nottoway Park
Map by Lawrence Foong; Design by Jean Card
Map Number Park NameAddress, CityProperty Class
1 Tollbrook Ridge720 Boyle Lane, McLeanNeighborhood Park
2 Oakton Community2841 Hunter Mill Road, OaktonCommunity Park
3 Waples Mill Meadow11329 Waples Mill Road, OaktonMultiple Resource Park
4 Heritage ResourceWestwood Ct, Vienna
5 Dunn Loring2540 Gallows Road, ViennaCommunity Park
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24 Pimmit View1905 Storm Drive, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
25 Olney1840 Olney Road, Falls ChurchCommunity Park
26 Fisher7620 Fisher Drive, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
27 Tysons Pimmit2026 Burfoot Street, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
28 Pimmit Hills2061 Arch Drive, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
29 Griffith2013 Griffith Road, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
30 Mt Royal7141 Idylwood Road, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
31 Haycock Longfellow6650 Kirby Court, Falls ChurchCommunity Park
32 Lisle7744 Leesburg Pike, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
33 Lemon Road7210 Idylwood Road, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
34 Idylwood7715 Virginia Lane, Falls ChurchCommunity Park
35 Hollywood Road2700 Hollywood Road, Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
36 Lee Landing2780 Hollywood Rd., Falls ChurchNeighborhood Park
37 Langley Fork6250 Georgetown Pike, McLeanDistrict Park
38 Langley Oaks6504 Bright Mountain Road, McLeanNatural Resource Park
39 Cooper Intermediate School977 Balls Hill Road, McLeanCommunity Park
40 Churchill Road7098 Thrasher Place, McLeanCommunity Park
41 Clemyjontri6317 Georgetown Pike, McLeanSpecial Purpose Park
42 Dolley Madison Estates6139 Long Meadow Road, McLeanNeighborhood Park
43 McLean Central1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., McLeanCommunity Park
44 Potomac Hills6125 Kinyon Place, McLeanCommunity Park
45 Marie Butler Leven Preserve1501 Kirby Road, McLeanSpecial Purpose Park
46 McLean Knolls1400 Balls Hill Road, McLeanNeighborhood Park
47 Linway Terrace6246 Linway Terrace, McLeanCommunity Park
48 McLean High1609 Davidson Rd, McLeanCommunity Park
49 Lewinsville1659 Chain Bridge Road, McLeanDistrict Park
50 Chesterbrook School Site1753 Kirby Road, McLeanCommunity Park
51 Kent Gardens6621 Byrnes Drive, McLeanCommunity Park
52 Franklin Woods1938 Birch Road, McLeanNeighborhood Park
53 Kirby2020 Kirby Road, McLeanNeighborhood Park
54 Bryn Mawr6700 Tennyson Drive, McLeanNeighborhood Park
55 Old Dominion School Site8211 Hunting Hill Lane, McLeanCommunity Park
56 Greenway Heights8203 Riding Ridge Place, McLeanCommunity Park
57 Scotts Run Nature Preserve7400 Georgetown Pike, McLeanNatural Resource Park
58 Spring Hill1239 Spring Hill Road, McLeanDistrict Park
59 McLean Hunt8003 Old Falls Road, McLeanNeighborhood Park
60 Timberly1173 Swinks Mill Road, McLeanCommunity Park
61 McLean Hamlet8119 Dunsinane Court, McLeanCommunity Park
62 Falstaff7717 Falstaff Road, McLeanNeighborhood Park
63 Foxvale3104 Hunt Road, OaktonCommunity Park
64 Gabrielson Gardens2514 Leeds Drive, OaktonSpecial Purpose Park
65 Clarke’s Landing11100 Vale Road, OaktonCommunity Park
66 Oakborough Square2890 Oakborough Square, OaktonNeighborhood Park
67 Tattersall3405 Miller Heights Road, OaktonCommunity Park
68 Wayland Street11813a Wayland Steet, OaktonCommunity Park
69 Oak Marr3200 Jermantown Road, OaktonMultiple Resource Park
70 Borge Street3030 Borge Street, OaktonNeighborhood Park
71 Blake Lane School Site10033 Blake Lane, OaktonCommunity Park
72 Peterson Lane575 Malcolm Road NW, ViennaNeighborhood Park
73 Cunningham1001 Park Street, SE, ViennaCommunity Park
74 Lawyers Road School Site10049 Lawyers Road, ViennaNeighborhood Park
75 Fox Hunters10319 Lawyers Road, ViennaNeighborhood Park
76 Kemper10206 Garrett Street, ViennaCommunity Park
77 Ashlawn10230 Dunfries Road, ViennaCommunity Park
78 Nottoway9537 Courthouse Road, ViennaDistrict Park
79 Tamarack1850 Horseback Trail, ViennaCommunity Park
80 Symphony Hills9675 Clarks Crossing Road, ViennaNeighborhood Park
81 Clarks Crossing9850 Clarks Crossing Road, ViennaDistrict Park
82 Wolf Trails9328 Old Courthouse Road, ViennaCommunity Park
83 Foxstone1910 Creek Crossing Road, ViennaCommunity Park
84 Raglan Road8590 Raglan Road, ViennaCommunity Park
85 Freedom Hill8531 Old Courthouse Road, ViennaCultural Resource Park
86 Eudora2027 Labrador Lane, ViennaCommunity Park
87 Waverly1801 Abbotsford Drive, ViennaCommunity Park
88 Lahey Lost Valley9750 Brookmeadow Drive, ViennaCultural Resource Park
89 Tysons Woods8425 Overlook Street, ViennaNeighborhood Park
90 Briarcliff2158 Silentree Road, ViennaNeighborhood Park
91 Ashgrove8881 Ashgrove House Lane, ViennaCultural Resource Park
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National ParksGF Great Falls National Park
9200 Old Dominion Drive, McLeanwww.nps.gov/grfaGreat Falls Park is open daily from 7 a.m. until dark. The Visitor Center
and bookstore are open from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily, springthrough fall seasons. Picnic, hike along the Potomac River.Swimming and wading in the Potomac are prohibited.
GW George Washington Memorial Parkway
www.nps.gov/gwmp703-289-2500The GW Parkway includes more than 25
sites, ranging from historic homes towildlife preserves. Join a ranger for a freeprogram or explore sites independently. Some parksites, including Turkey Run Park, TheodoreRoosevelt Island, Great Falls Park, etc., close atdark. The Parkway itself remains open 24 hoursa day to vehicle traffic.
WTWolf Trap National Park
for the Performing Arts1551 Trap Road, Viennawww.nps.gov/wotr/The only national park dedicated to
presenting the performing arts.From May through September,multiple amphitheaters in the parkpresent musicals, dance, opera, jazz,and popular and country music. Explorethe park without the crowds from October- April. The Barns at Wolf Trap offer indoorentertainment through the winter months.
State Park
pool. The park alsofeatures a deluxe miniaturegolf course, a nine-stationbatting cage, picnic shelters, anda special events pavilion.
CHCarlyle House Historic
Park121 N. Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314www.nvrpa.org/park/carlyle_house_historic_park/703-549-2997The historic Carlyle House was completed in 1753
by British merchant John Carlyle for his bride,Sarah Fairfax of Belvoir, member of one of themost prestigious families in colonial Virginia.Their home quickly became a center of socialand political life in Alexandria and gained afoothold in history when British GeneralBraddock made the mansion his headquarters in1755. On the National Register of HistoricPlaces, Carlyle House is architecturally unique inAlexandria as the only stone, 18th-centuryPalladian-style house. Daily tours of the house,programs for schoolchildren, special events,exhibits and lectures explore the life and timesof John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Alexandria.The site may be rented in the evenings forprivate functions and weddings.
FHFountainhead Regional Park
7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Stationwww.nvrpa.org/park/fountainhead/703-250-9124The observation deck of the Marina Building at
Fountainhead commands a spectacular view ofthe widest point of the Occoquan Reservoir.Summer activities include catfish tournaments,children’s fishing tournament, paddleboat toursand more.
HOHemlock Overlook Regional Park
13220 Yates Ford Road, Cliftonwww.nvrpa.org/park/hemlock_overlook/800-877-0954; 571-281-3556;Hemlock Overlook Regional Park offers a variety of
outdoor and environmental education. Programsat Hemlock Overlook are open to the public andgroups by reservation. Only the hiking and horse
trails maybe usedwithout priorarrangement.
MBGMeadowlark
Botanical Gardens9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court,
Viennawww.nvrpa.org/park/
meadowlark_botanical_gardens/703-255-3631This 95-acre complex of large
ornamental display gardens andunique native plant collections isopen year round and includewalking trails, lakes, more than 20varieties of cherry trees, irises, peonies, anextensive shade garden, native wildflowers,gazebos, birds, butterflies, seasonal blooms andfoliage. The Atrium’s indoor tropical gardensetting is a popular meeting, reception, weddingand workshop location. Interpretive displaysaccompany a restored 18th-century cabin.
OROccoquan Regional Park
9751 Ox Road, Lortonwww.nvrpa.org/park/occoquan/703-690-2121This park offers 400 acres of recreational space and
a touch of the past with its historic brick kilnsand the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial. Parklands, trails and associated waters are part ofthe Fairfax Cross-County Trail. Kayak rentals.One hour Tour Boat Rides on the OccoquanRiver to Belmont Bay and back. OfferedSaturdays noon-5 p.m., Sunday 1- 8 p.m., April2 through Nov. 27. $10 adults, $5 children 12and under, under age 4 are free.
PBPohick Bay
Regional Park &Pirates Cove
Waterpark6501 Pohick Bay Drive,Lortonwww.nvrpa.org/park/pohick_bay/www.piratescovepohick.com703-339-6102
Pohick Bay is located on thePotomac River, 25 miles south of the
nation’s capital. The boat launch facility isone of only three public access points to thePotomac River in northern Virginia. Pohick Bayoffers canoes, kayaks, paddle boats and jonboats for rent on the weekends, as well as familyand group camping, hiking, picnic areas and alarge play area for children. The park offers oneof the largest, outdoor freeform pools on theeast coast. Pohick Bay Regional Park, located onMason Neck Pennisula is an ecologically fragileland that shelters an abundance of wildlife,including the bald eagle. Pirates Cove Waterparkis located at Pohick Bay Regional Park. Visitorscan cool off under the 300-gallon dumpingbucket, fire the water cannons and splash downthe waterslide or search for buried treasure atBuccaneer Beach sand play area. Pirates Cove
An Insider’s Guide to
Major Parks in the AreaParks
MN Mason Neck State Park
7301 High Point Rd. Lortonwww.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/
mas.shtml#703-339-2385 or 703-339-2380 (visitor center)[email protected] park’s visitor center was expanded in 2010 to
include a new exhibit room, gift shop andmeeting room. There are several exhibits in thecenter, and with a view of Belmont Bay. Visitorcenter staff can answer questions and provideinformation on park trails, facilities and localpoints of interest. Pond study, bird watching,canoe trips, nature walks and talks, and GPSadventures are just a few of the excitingprograms offered by park rangers.
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Bull Run Marina Regional Park &Atlantis Waterpark7700 Bull Run Drive, Centrevillewww.nvrpa.org/park/bull_run/www.atlantisbullrun.com/703-631-0552Main park open all year for picnicking, hiking and
family camping. Bull Run Public ShootingCenter open all year. Group Camping open dailyJan. 7 though Nov. 11. Mini and disc golf openApril through October. Hours vary. AtlantisWaterpark features pools, a giant dumpingbucket, waterslides, and fun-filled activities forall ages. Atlantis is open from Memorial Dayweekend through Labor Day, and is a member ofthe Northern Virginia Regional Park Authorityfamily of Waterparks. Neptune Reef snack barsells food, beverages and sweets.
CRCameron Run Regional Park/Great
Waves Waterpark4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandriawww.nvrpa.org/park/cameron_run/www.greatwaveswaterpark.com/703-960-0767Cameron Run Regional Park offers a variety of
recreation facilities in an urban area, includingGreat Waves Water Park. Catch a wave in thewave pool, twist and turn down four-story waterslides, take a plunge down speed slides, playwith friends in the shallow waters of the play
Sources: National Park Service, Northern Vir-ginia Regional Park Authority, Virginia StateParks and Fairfax County Park Authority. Mapcourtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority. De-signed & compiled by Jean Card and LaurenceFoong. Photos by Renée Ruggles.
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also features picnic pavilions, a deck for sunningand playing, as well as plenty of shade.Captain’s Galley snack bar features food,beverages and sweets. Pirates Cove is open fromMemorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
PBPohick Bay Golf Course
10301 Gunston Road, Lortonwww.nvrpa.org/park/pohick_bay_golf_course703-339-8585This scenic golf course is located on the Mason
Neck Peninsula in Lorton. Pohick Bay’s practicefacility features a driving range with practiceputting and chipping greens, and lessons fromPGA pros. A full-service pro shop features anarray of name-brand golf clubs, equipment andapparel. Other services include club making,custom club fitting, regripping, reshafting andtournament coordinating.
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Nature Center2845 Marcey Road, Arlington, VA 22207www.nvrpa.org/park/potomac_overlook/703-528-5406On the Potomac Palisades in north Arlington,
Potomac Overlook offers 70 acres of peacefulwoodland, trails, educational gardens, a smallpicnic area and a Nature Center. The NatureCenter features brand new exhibits called the“Energerium,” offering visitors a fun andaccessible way to learn energy basics and waysthey can help create sustainable energysolutions. The Nature Center also houses liveanimals and natural history exhibits.
SRSandy Run Regional Park
10450 Van Thompson Road, Fairfax Stationwww.nvrpa.org/park/sandy_run/703-690-4392The park is open to the public for the purpose of
education, training, practice, and racing forcompetitive and recreational sculling androwing. Only shells and other boats authorizedby the Northern Virginia Regional ParkAuthority may be launched from the docks orshoreline of Sandy Run. Sandy Run offers afacility for team training and competition forOlympic, college, high school and club canoe,kayak and crew athletes.
UHUpton Hill Regional Park & Ocean
Dunes Waterpark6060 Wilson Blvd., Arlingtonwww.nvrpa.org/park/upton_hill/www.oceanduneswaterpark.com/703-534-3437 or [email protected] Hill Regional Park offers visitors a wooded
oasis in the heart of the most densely populatedarea of Northern Virginia. A large outdoorwater-park complex is a sparkling attraction inthis wooded, urban park, which straddles theboundary line between Arlington and Fairfaxcounties. The deluxe miniature golf courseboasts one of the longest mini golf holes in theworld; the batting cages include nine baseballand softball cages. The park is open every dayfor hiking, picnicking, playing on the playgroundand enjoying the outdoors. Located withinUpton Hill Regional Park, Ocean Dunes isloaded with fun features for adults and children.
Arts CenterLAC Workhouse Arts Center
9601 Ox Road, Lortonwww.lortonarts.org703-584-2900The Workhouse Arts Center consists of seven studio
buildings, the main galleries and the recentlyopened Youth Arts Center. Visitors areencouraged to interact with artists. In additionto visual arts, the Workhouse Arts Center ishome to performing arts, including theater, filminstitute, musical and dance performances. Theeducation department supports both the visualand performing arts, offering classes andworkshops in a variety of disciplines. Futureplans for the Workhouse include an eventcenter, amphitheater, Workhouse Theatre,restaurants, apartments, music barn andgarden/horticultural area. Other buildings onsite, yet to be renovated, may provide for otheractivities such as a visitors center, a blacksmithshop, theatre scene shops and rehearsal space.
Major FairfaxCounty ParksBLP Burke Lake Park & Golf Course
7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Stationvolleyball, driving range, 18 hole, par 3, minigolf,
trails, playground, campgrounds, fishing883.4 acres, multiple resource park
CJP Clemyjontri Park
6317 Georgetown Pike, McLeanfitness, picnic areas and playgrounds18.6 acres, special purpose park
ELP Ellanor C. Lawrence Park
5040 Walney Road, Chantillybaseballl, soccer/football (unlit), basketball (unlit),
community center, nature center, amphitheater,trails
650 acres, multiple resource park
FPF Frying Pan Farm Park
2717 West Ox Road, Herndonhistoric structure, biking/equestrian/hiking trails,
open areas, playground135.3 acres, multiple resource park
GSG Green Spring Gardens
4603 Green Spring Road, AlexandriaCommunity Center, historic structure, biking/hiking
trails, open areas, gardens30.9 acres, special purpose park
HPP Hidden Pond Park
8511 Greeley Boulevard, Springfieldtennis (lit), nature center, amphitheater, hiking/
nature trails, playground, fishing25.6 acres, community park
HMP Huntley Meadows Park
3701 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexandrianature center, historic structure, biking/hiking/
nature trails, observation tower, boardwalk1444.8 acres, natural resource park
LAP Lake Accotink Park
7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfieldbasketball, volleyball, minigolf, trails, picnic448.1 acres, multiple resource park
LFP Lake Fairfax Park
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Restonsoftball (lit), soccer/football (unlit), amphitheater,
carousel,campground, tour boat, picnic shelters479 acres, multiple resource park
FRA Lee District Park
6601 Telegraph Road, Franconiasoftball, soccer/football, tennis, basketball,
volleyball, trails, treehouse, sprayground,accessible playground
138 acres, district park
MDP Mason District Park
6621 Columbia Pike, Annandalesoftball (lit), soccer/football (unlit/lit), basketball
(lit), tennis (lit), shuffleboard, dog park,amphitheater, biking/hiking/fitness
121.2 acres, district park
NWP Nottoway Park
9537 Courthouse Road, Viennabaseball (lit), soccer/football (lit),basketball (lit),
tennis (lit), trails, picnic90.9 acres, district park
RBP Riverbend Park
8700 Potomac Hill Street, Great Fallsnature center, historic structure, biking/equestrian/
hiking trails, picnic areas, craftroom411.2 acres, multiple resource park
SRN Scotts Run Nature Preserve
7400 Georgetown Pike, McLeanhistoric structure, historic/hiking/nature trails,
fishing384.3 acres, natural resource park
SRD South Run District
7550 Reservation Drive, Springfieldbaseball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis,
recenter, equestrian, playground, swimming196 acres, district park
WFP Wakefield Park & RECenter
8100 Braddock Road, Annandalesoftball, soccer/football, basketball, tennis,
recenter, biking, fitness trail, skate park292.6 acres, multiple resource park
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Fairs & FestivalsA sampling of the many fun and family-friendly eventstaking place around Fairfax County much of the year.
September 2018MONDAY/SEPT. 3Herndon Labor Day Festival. 11
a.m. - 5 p.m. at Herndon TownGreen, 777 Lynn St., Herndon. Greatmusic, a craft show, food, 12wineries and micro-brews andculinary demonstrations. Visitherndon-va.gov/recreation/special-events/labor-day-festival for more.
SATURDAY-SUNDAY/SEPT. 8-9Burke Centre Festival. 9:30 am-5 pm
at Burke Centre Community Festival,6060 Burke Centre Parkway Burke.Festival includes an Arts & Craft Fair,festival food vendors, amusementrides, pony rides, musicalentertainment provided by local andnationally recognized performers,nature shows, after-hours WineGarden. Visit www.virginia.org/Listings/Exhibits/BurkeCentreFestival for more.
SATURDAY/SEPT. 15Dulles Day Plane Pull. At Dulles
International Airport, Dulles. The2014 Dulles Day Family Festival &Plane Pull is a full day of excitementwith airplane and auto exhibits, thechildren’s zone and bus pull, varieddisplays and activities, vendors, foodand entertainment. Visitwww.planepull.com for more.
SATURDAY/SEPT. 22Reston Multicultural Festival. 11
a.m.-6 p.m., Lake Anne Plaza,Reston. The Reston MulticulturalFestival celebrates all theentertainment, dress, food, andcultural treasures from all over theworld that are all here in Reston.Rain or shine. Free. Visitwww.restoncommunitycenter.com/attend-shows-events-exhibits/reston-multicultural-festival for more.
October 2018WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY/OCT. 10-13Fairfax’s Fall for the Book
Festival. 4400 University Drive,Fairfax. Enjoy literature and hearauthors give readings at the Fall forthe Book Festival. Visitwww.fallforthebook.org for more.
SATURDAY/OCT. 13Taste of Annandale. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tom Davis Drive in centralAnnandale, between Columbia Pikeand John Marr Drive. The fourthannual Taste of Annandale willshowcase local restaurants during adaylong family-friendly celebrationaimed at building community spirit,engaging young people, andpromoting local businesses. Otheractivities include a 5K; multiculturalmusic, dance, and other liveentertainment; a chili cook-off; andmuch more.
May 2019Great Falls Artfest on the Green.
On the Great Falls Village Green.Great Falls Studios Spring Art Showand Sale under the big tent and a fewlittle tents, too. A plein aircompetition and quick draw. Withprizes and a reception, Sponsored byArts of Great Falls. Then, a grandfinale “Blues Explosion” to close theweekend and start the alwayspopular season of Concerts on theGreen by Celebrate Great Falls. Forcomplete schedule and updates visitwww.greatfallsart.org/artfest/
MONDAY/MAY 13Great Falls Annual Charity Golf
Tournament. Hidden CreekCountry Club. 1711 Club HouseRoad, Reston. Join for a morning orafternoon round of golf and supportour three Great Falls elementaryschools while you are at it.Opportunities for sponsorships andvolunteering are available! For moreinformation:www.celebrategreatfalls.org.
THURSDAY-SUNDAY/MAY 30-JUNE 2Herndon Festival 2019. Thursday: 6-
10 p.m. Friday 5-11 p.m. Saturday:10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6p.m. Northwest Federal Credit Union,200 Spring St., Herndon. Four dayoutdoor festival with threeentertainment stages, two fireworksdisplays, Kid’s Alley with children’sart area, arts and craft show andmore! All ages. Visitwww.herndonfestival.net for moreinformation.
THURSDAYS/MAY-AUGUSTTake a Break Concert Series. 7-9
p.m. Lake Anne Plaza, 11404Washington Plaza W, Reston. OnThursdays, take a break with thisoutdoor concert series. Visitwww.restoncommunitycenter.com/take-a-break for a weekly lineup.
FRIDAYS/MAY-AUGUSTHerndon Friday Night Live! 6:30
p.m. 777 Lynn St., Herndon. Listen togreat music on Friday nights duringthe summer. Visit herndonrocks.com/schedule.php for more.
June 2019Springfield Days. South Run Park,
7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield.Springfield Days is a community widecelebration that includes a 5K run,“Pet Fest” and car show. Visitwww.springfielddays.com for more.
Cardboard Regatta. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.Lake Accotink Park, 7500 AccotinkPark Road, Springfield. Featuredduring Springfield Days, witness thecardboard boat creations race alongLake Accotink’s shoreline at 2 p.m.$4 vehicle fee. Call 703-569-0285 oremail [email protected] www.springfielddays.com formore.
Vintage Virginia Wine and FoodFestival. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Bull RunRegional Park, 7700 Bull Run Drive,Centreville. A fun-filled day withfood, musical entertainment andmore. Visit www.vintagevirginia.comfor more.
Lake Anne Chalk on the WaterFestival. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Lake AnnePlaza, 1609 Washington Plaza,Reston. Chalk on the Water is a two-day street-painting festival whereparticipants will create amazingstreet art. Festival goers can purchasea “plot” of brick space on the plazaand paint to their hearts delightwhatever flows from theirimagination. Cost for spaces are $5for children, $10 for adults, and $15for professional artist. Individualscan register atwww.chalkonthewater.com. Only100 spaces/plots are available forthis event. Participants have a chanceto win cash prizes for variouscategories, awarded by notablecommunity judges. The festival willalso include food, a live DJ, a winegarden.
Taste of Reston. Reston Town Center,11900 Market St., Reston. Carnivalgames and rides with a family funzone. Visit www.restontaste.com formore.
JUNE-AUGUSTReston Concerts on the Town.
Fridays, 7:30-10 p.m. Reston TownCenter Pavilion. Bring lawn chairs orpicnic blankets and enjoy live musicin the Pavilion Saturday nights. Free.Rain or shine. Presented by RestonTown Center, Boston Properties, andReston Town Center Association.Alcohol permitted at restaurants
only. 11900 Market Street, Reston.Concert information:www.restontowncenter.com/concerts.
Great Falls Concerts on the Green.Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Great Falls VillageCentre Green. Come out with yourpicnic baskets and chairs for anentertaining evening of free, livemusic! 776 Walker Rd, Great Falls.Full schedule list:www.celebrategreatfalls.org/concerts-on-the-green/.
Lake Anne Summer Film Festival.Select Sundays, 8 p.m. Lake AnnePlaza, 1609 Washington Plaza,Reston. Grab a date, the family or agroup of friends, bring the lawnchairs and a picnic and enjoy the freeflicks under the stars.
Arts in the Parks. Wednesdays &Saturdays, 10 a.m. Performancevenues include Burke Lake ParkAmphitheater, E.C. Lawrence ParkAmphitheater, Mason District ParkAmphitheater, and Frying Pan FarmPark Visitor Center. Entertainchildren, teach them the importanceof protecting our natural resources,introduce them to live entertainmentin an informal kid-friendlyatmosphere, and forge a connectionbetween kids and parks. Visitwww.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/performances/arts-in-the-parks formore.
FRIDAY-SUNDAY/JUNE 7-9Celebrate Fairfax! Festival. Friday:
6 p.m.-midnight; Saturday: 10 a.m.-midnight; and Sunday: 11 a.m.-7p.m.Fairfax County Government Center,12000 Government Center Parkway,Fairfax. Musical performances, rides,games and food. Call 703-324-3247or visit www.celebratefairfax.com/.
SUNDAY/JUNE 14Love Your Body Yoga Festival. Yoga
studios and wellness centers ofNorthern Virginia will be offeringclasses, services, and information onways to care for your body, alongwith live entertainment and activities
for children. Donations to participatein classes benefit Cornerstones.Presented by Beloved Yoga.www.belovedyoga.com.
July 2019Herndon 4th of July Celebration.
Bready Park at the HerndonCommunity Center, 814 FerndaleAve., Herndon. A family-fun eventfeaturing games, arts and craftactivities, bingo, food face painting,balloon artists, and fireworks. Visitwww.herndon-va.gov/recreation/special-events/4th-of-july for more.
Great Falls 4th of July Celebration& Parade. 5K Walk Run, BloodDrive, Little Patriot Parade, andfloats, horses, antique cars and petsmaking a loop in the Main Parade.Fireworks start after dusk.www.celebrategreatfalls.org/4th-of-july-celebration-parade/
Vienna 4th of July Festival andFireworks Show. Live musicalentertainment, arts and crafts forkids, antique and classic car showand fireworks. Visitwww.viennava.gov for more.
Fairfax’s Independence DayCelebration. In the DowntownFairfax Historic District.Independence day parade, historicaltours, games, entertainment andfireworks. Visit www.fairfaxva.gov/about-us/special-events/independence-day-celebration
Obon Festival. Highlighting Japaneseculture at Ekoji Buddhist Temple,6500 Lakehaven Lane, FairfaxStation. Visit www.ekoji.org formore.
Clifton Film Festival. 7 p.m.Workhouse Arts Center, 9518Workhouse Way, Lorton. Enjoy livemusic, food and original films underthe stars. During the event there willbe two awards ceremonies, student’sawards will be given duringintermission and the 19+ category atthe closing of the festival. For moreinformation, please visitcliftonfilmfest.com
Claude Moore Colonial Farm 1771Market Fair. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean. Sitin the shade and savor roast chickenand spicy sausages, enjoy dancingand singing with the fiddler, testyour water color and writing skillswith Mr. Andrews at the Stationer.Visit 1771.org for more.
JULY-AUGUSTBraddock Nights Concert Series.
Fridays, 7:30-8:30 p.m. LakeAccotink Park, 7500 Accotink ParkRoad, Springfield or Royal Lake Park,5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax.Listen to musical performances in thegreat outdoors. Visitwww.fairfaxcounty.gov/sites/parks/files/assets/documents/performances/sesflyers18-braddocknights.pdf for location andschedule.
August 2019Fairfax County 4-H Fair and
Carnival. At Frying Pan Farm Park,2709 West Ox Road, Herndon. Enjoyold-fashioned family fun withcarnival games, rides and temptingfoods. Stop by the 4-H Fairthroughout the weekend asexhibitors display their winningentries and get their farm animalsready to show. Try a turn at farmchores, watch stage entertainmentand enjoy horse and livestockshows.Thursday and Friday – freeparking and discount tickets forunlimited rides. Admission to the 4-HFair and Carnival is free; $10 per carparking fee on Saturday and Sunday.Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/frying-pan-park/4-h-fair for details.
Celebrate Fairfax!Attendees enjoy live entertainment, rides,games and food trucks as part of the 2018Celebrate Fairfax! festival June 8-10 at theFairfax Government Center. The annualfestival attracts tens of thousands ofvisitors each year.
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