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Washington Metropolitan Area

Vienna

Virginia

Tysons Corner

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Oakton

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Idylwood

Pimmit Hills

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Church of the Holy Comforter, 543 Beulah Rd. NE, Vienna, VA 22180

Did you know the Episcopal Church has monks? Join us for a inspiring workshop with Brother Keith Nelson and Brother Lucas Hall from the Society of Saint John the Evangelist (SSJE). Come explore monastic traditions and learn to create your own intentional Rule of Life to deepen your spiritual relationships.
Friends, neighbors, and the curious are all welcome! 
<ul><li>8:30 AM - Contemplative Prayer (Chapel)</li><li>9:00 AM - Coffee &amp; Light Breakfast</li><li>9:30 AM - Discussion: What is a Rule of Life?</li><li>10:30 AM - Break</li><li>10:45 AM – Noon - Workshop: Crafting a Personal Rule of Life</li><li>Please register at bit.ly/ssje0926 (even for partial attendance).</li><li>5:00 PM - Evening Service (Brothers Preaching)</li></ul>

Local Event: Living by a Rule of Life: Deepening Relationships with God, Self, Others, & Creation

Living by a Rule of Life: Deepening...

Did you know the Episcopal Church has monks? Join us for a inspiring workshop with Brother Keith Nelson and Brother Lucas Hall...

Living by a Rule of Life: Deepening Relationships with God, Self, Others, & Creation

Saint Ann Catholic Church School And Grounds

Experience a full day of family fun and community spirit featuring exciting rides, bounces, live music, and a beer garden. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of food, join in on bingo and games for prizes, or participate in the 50/50 raffle and a 1.5 mile Falcon Fun Run to support Saint Ann Catholic School programs. Admission is free, with tickets available for purchase for food, drinks, and activities.

Local Event: Saint Ann Fall Festival

Arlington County

Arlington

Saint Ann Fall Festival

Experience a full day of family fun and community spirit featuring exciting rides, bounces, live music, and a beer garden....

Bards Alley Bookshop

Discussion and book signing with local authors Chuck Cascio (Awakenings) and Jim Upperman (Three Photos Wiser)
Join Bards Alley on Saturday, September 26 as we welcome local authors Chuck Cascio and Jim Upperman for a conversation about their respective books Awakenings: Short Stories of Moments That Shape Us and Three Photos Wiser. Both authors are alumni of James Madison High School in Vienna!
In his short fiction collection Awakenings, Cascio depicts people at a turning point in their lives, confronted with a realization or the possibility of change. Upperman's Three Photos Wiser is a novel inspired by the true story of a family's continent-spanning quest to understand their past.
The authors' presentation includes readings, an audience Q&amp;A, and a signing, with both books available for purchase at Bards Alley. If you would like to guarantee your copy of Awakenings and/or Three Photos Wiser, we recommend calling (571) 459-2653 to reserve it for pick-up.
Please RSVP for free here: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/authors-chuck-cascio-jim-upperman-awakenings-and-three-photos-wiser-tickets-1996111704843?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/authors-chuck-cascio-jim-upperman-awakenings-and-three-photos-wiser-tickets-1996111704843?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>

ABOUT&nbsp;THE&nbsp;AUTHORS
Chuck Cascio is an award-winning journalist and educator who has published eight books, including, most recently, Awakenings:&nbsp;Short Stories of Moments That Shape Us. After graduating from Wagner College with a B.S. in economics and business and American University with an M.A. in communications, he taught high school and served as faculty advisor to student newspapers in Fairfax County, Virginia. He lives in Reston, Virginia, with his wife, Faye.
Jim Upperman&nbsp;attended Bridgewater College before earning his Master of Education from the University of Virginia and his doctorate degree from Virginia Tech. In addition to being a high school teacher and an assistant professor at George Mason University, he has worked in various administrative roles, including an appointment as Superintendent for Manassas City Public Schools from 1989 to 2000. He retired in 2017 and lives with his wife, Pam.

Local Event: Author Talk: Chuck Cascio and Jim Upperman

Author Talk: Chuck Cascio and Jim Upperman

Discussion and book signing with local authors Chuck Cascio (Awakenings) and Jim Upperman (Three Photos Wiser)
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Got a bike gathering dust? Give it a second life!
Herndon Friends Meeting is once again supporting Bikes for the World, which has distributed more than 200,000 bikes worldwide. Bring your serviceable used adult and children’s bikes, parts, or portable sewing machines to 660 Spring St., Herndon, on September 27, noon–4:00 pm, rain or shine. A $10 tax-deductible donation per bike is requested to help cover shipping.&nbsp;Help us put 100+ bikes back to work!

Local Event: Herndon Friends Meeting Used Bike Collection

Reston

Herndon Friends Meeting Used Bike Collection

Got a bike gathering dust? Give it a second life!
Herndon Friends Meeting is once again supporting Bikes for the World, which...

Hope Flower Farm And Winery

Join The Garden Club of Fairfax for a special day at the beautiful Hope Flower Farm and Winery. Enjoy an inspiring presentation and floral design demonstration by renowned floral designer Holly Heider Chapple, followed by a guided tour of her flower farm and gardens. Guests will also enjoy a catered box lunch, time to explore the winery grounds, and the opportunity to shop for plants, flowers, and unique gifts.

Local Event: Autumn in Bloom   Thursday, October 1, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Fairfax City

Autumn in Bloom   Thursday, October 1, 11 a.m....

Join The Garden Club of Fairfax for a special day at the beautiful Hope Flower Farm and Winery. Enjoy an inspiring presentation...

Autumn in Bloom   Thursday, October 1, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Waterford Foundation

October 2-4, 2026&nbsp; &nbsp;Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine Artist 200 Best of 2026. This three-day event features juried heritage crafts, historic homes tours, live music, and family-friendly activities, with local food, wine, and beer available for purchase. One Ticket. Three Days. Endless Memories&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=26489&amp;type=tickets&amp;show=custom&amp;custom=61104|61105|61106" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets Here</a>

Local Event: 82nd Waterford Fair

Loudoun County

Leesburg

82nd Waterford Fair

October 2-4, 2026   Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine...

Alden Theatre

In a world defined by change and reinvention, Ballet Hispánico New York offers an evening at The McLean Community Center's Alden Theatre where movement becomes a form of resilience, reflection, and renewal. MUJERES: Women in Motion features three powerful choreographic voices—each exploring identity, conscience, and cultural inheritance through her own distinct lens. Together, they reveal the plural imagination of contemporary America: layered, rhythmic, and alive with meaning. Don't miss this mesmerizing performance on October 2 at 7 p.m. at The Alden Theatre!
“Ballet Hispánico dances with elegance and lyricism.”—The Washington Post
Runtime: approximately 100 minutes with two intermissions

Local Event: Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in Motion at The Alden Theatre

McLean

Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in...

In a world defined by change and reinvention, Ballet Hispánico New York offers an evening at The McLean Community Center's...

Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in Motion at The Alden Theatre

Church of the Holy Comforter, 543 Beulah Rd., NE, Vienna, VA 22180

Step back in time with us for a magical afternoon of music! The Holy Comforter Concert Series warmly invites you to a free public performance, "Ancient Airs and Dances," featuring the talented trio Gut, Wind, and Wire.Experience the beautiful, haunting sounds of the 16th and 17th centuries played exactly as they were meant to be heard—on period instruments like the lute, viol, and wooden flutes. This special concert honors the 400th anniversary of composer John Dowland with a rich tapestry of melodies from across the British Isles and continental Europe.After the final note, please stay for a complimentary reception! It is a wonderful chance to mingle, chat with the musicians, and get an up-close look at their unique instruments. We can’t wait to share this beautiful music with you.

Local Event: Holy Comforter Concert Series: Gut, Wind and Wire

Holy Comforter Concert Series: Gut, Wind and Wire

Step back in time with us for a magical afternoon of music! The Holy Comforter Concert Series warmly invites you to a free...

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

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