Fujisan Offers Creative, Fresh Japanese Dishes
It’s open in the Shops at Fairfax shopping center.
Food
Newly Released Book Chronicles Fall of Saigon 1975
Local author tells of her Vietnamese family’s escape on the last plane out.
Vietnam book
A Powerful Event that Touches All the Emotions
Women’s Storytelling Festival is March 14-17 in Fairfax City.
Women's stories
Mount Vernon Celebrates 18th Century Style
George Washington honored with food and a look back in history
Not many could have a 297th birthday and have hundreds show up at the house to celebrate. President George Washington is one of those few, still remembered and admired, more than two hundred years after his death in December 1799 at age 67. His restored estate at Mount Vernon again hosted an event in celebration of surveyor, military man, army general, statesman, first United States President, and farmer, and provided celebrants with a view back into his life and times.
Raising Funds for Children’s and Teens’ Fine Arts
Arts of Great Falls produces Monet’s garden-inspired gala
Art
A Culinary Tour of the World in Fairfax City
Winter Restaurant Week is Feb. 26-March 3.
It’s always a good time to visit Fairfax City – but especially during Restaurant Week. That’s when both locals and visitors get a chance to enjoy delicious meals at the City’s restaurants for lower-than-normal prices.
Local Rock Band’s Original Song up for Award
With a handful of original songs and a show every weekend, the Mojo Aces have an ace in the hole this time around.
local band
2024 Spring Garden Market at River Farm
The American Horticultural Society’s annual Spring Garden Market at River Farm will be April 12-13.
MVHS To Perform ‘Tales of Anansi’
The perfect show to help kick off celebration of African-American History Month.
The theater students at Mount Vernon High School will put on the world premiere of the play “Tales of Anansi,” written by Prentiss Matthews III. This children’s play, inspired by African folk tales, follows a tiny spider from Africa who is sneaky and causes mischief, but also has important lessons about friendship and honesty.
12th Annual Chocolate Festival at McLean Community Center
Mars to present History of Chocolate!
12th Annual Chocolate Festival, which is a delectable celebration set to occur on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, at the McLean Center located at 1234 Ingleside Street, McLean, VA 22101. The event will run from 11 pm to 5 pm.
Tuck Everlasting
ACCT presents musical version of beloved children’s novel.
“You don’t need to live forever, you just need to live.” — A signature line in the ACCT musical ‘Tuck Everlasting’
Grand Opening of Paris Baguette in Herndon
Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce helps celebrate with ribbon cutting.
Baguette Opens
QUI Korean BBQ Makes a Big Splash in Fairfax
Customers love the delicious food and cool ambience.
Restaurant opens
Children and Teens Connection
Blue and Pink Poem by Kowkab S Mahboobi, 6, Grade 2, Clifton
Blue and Pink Poem