Staying close to home this year? Looking for events and activities that won’t stretch the bank account? Check out Northern Virginia which is loaded with free things to do and local attractions. That’s right: even with its proximity to a world capital, there’s lots to do in Northern Virginia that’s fun, free and invigorating for […]
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If you live in Northern Virginia and love karaoke, you’ll find plenty of bars that offer karaoke. My personal favorite is Broadlands Sports Bar and Grill, where the people are friendly and the selection is amazing. However, there are also many shows put on by local “DJ Mind” MistaFingaz who are fun to hit too. […]
“It’s not about you.” Living by the first four words in Rick Warren’s book “The Driven Life” is one of the most valuable lessons you could ever teach your children. One way to teach this lesson is to involve your kids in appropriate voluntary activities from an early age. In volunteering family activities, you can […]
Hiking is a great way to get some exercise and fresh air, escape your daily schedule and appreciate new sights, sounds and smells. It’s fun to do with friends of all ages – even your furry ones – or to enjoy some solitude. Although many hikers gravitate towards wilderness areas, some hikers enjoy urban sightseeing […]
Eat healthy, be eco-friendly, save money, grow your own produce! When the amateur gardener meets the spring season of dreams of fresh, colorful, succulent vegetables and fruits in the solstice disappointment of rust, caterpillars, rot and fungi, the next best thing to do is to go to the farmer’s market. Everything that produces strong, fragrant, […]
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Did you know that more than 50 million people bowl every year, making it the world’s number one participatory sport? Indeed, according to the United States Bowling Congress (USBC), 71 million people bowled at least once in 2010, making it the #1 participatory sport in the US alone. Surprising? Hardly. Bowling has been bringing people […]
The Fall Festival at Cox Farms is a classic autumn family outing in Northern Virginia. It has grown over the past twenty years or so, from a small day of fennel and squash on the farm to 90 acres of skids, ranches, and live meals, but it retains a simple, wholesome charm. The Cox Farms […]