Ed Robichaud

Fairfax County

Michael O'Connell

Washington Metropolitan Area

Reston

Virginia

Herndon

Patch AM Team

Wolf Trap

Dranesville

McNair

Floris

Franklin Farm

Loudoun County

Oak Grove

Great Falls

Oakton

Michelle Witte

Vienna

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Join the <a href="https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/huntermill/tour-de-hunter-mill" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Tour de Hunter Mill</a> on Sunday, May 3, for a scenic roll through Vienna's bike-friendly neighborhoods and green spaces. &nbsp;Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just getting started, this is your chance to explore the area from two wheels — with great company along the way.
<h2>Glide through Vienna</h2>
We'll wind past local parks, glide along the I-66 and Route 7 trails with their seamless transit connections and discover the hidden back roads that lead all the way to the iconic Wolf Trap Performing Arts Center. Take your pick of a short or long ride. Rides begin and end at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Ride marshals and police officers will be on hand to help ensure a safe ride and assist as needed.<h2>Why Ride:</h2>
<ul class="rx-format-list-to-text"><li>Ride with your friends and family. This is a ride, not a race.</li><li>Get coveted swag—this year's unique tie-dyed, souvenir bike socks.</li><li>Get discounted admission to Meadowlark after your ride.</li><li>Learn about new bike routes and infrastructure.</li><li>Support a great cause—$5 donation made to the Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling.</li></ul><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-de-hunter-mill-2026-tickets-1986078491231?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register Now</a>

Local Event: Tour de Hunter Mill Community Bike Ride

Tour de Hunter Mill Community Bike Ride

Join the Tour de Hunter Mill on Sunday, May 3, for a scenic roll through Vienna's bike-friendly neighborhoods and green spaces....

Arlington-Fairfax Elks Lodge #2188

Engage with knowledgeable vendors who are eager to share their expertise and passion for all things metaphysical.
Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious novice, our Psychic Fair offers something for everyone.
Many of the best psychics, mediums, healers, and readers of all types, along with related arts and crafts vendors from Virginia and the surrounding areas.
9:30 am to 5 pm Get a 2nd opinion on a future decision.&nbsp; You don't know what you don't know.&nbsp;&nbsp;9:30 am to 5 pm
FREE Entry / Tickets Not Required / Donations of Any Amount Very Much Appreciated (in advance via ticket or cash at the door) 40+ vendors, indoor event, free parking. 9th year for this event.
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virginia-psychic-fair-2026-tickets-1983783341376" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virginia-psychic-fair-2026-tickets-1983783341376</a>

Local Event: Virginia Psychic Fair 2026

Fairfax city

Fairfax

Virginia Psychic Fair 2026

Engage with knowledgeable vendors who are eager to share their expertise and passion for all things metaphysical.
Whether...

Capital One Hall

As featured on CBS’s 60 Minutes!$7 TICKETS AT THE DOOR!
Equity
 Arc presents a powerful afternoon of classical music showcasing 
exceptional pre-college and collegiate musicians of color from over 80 
U.S. cities. This inspiring concert highlights the next generation of 
talent through dynamic works by composers like Tchaikovsky, Florence 
Price, Jessie Montgomery, and more.&nbsp;
This concert comes almost 
exactly one year to the date (May 4, 2025) when Equity Arc’s Wind 
Symphony was supposed to perform alongside the U.S. Marine Band “The 
President’s Own”(USMB), but was cancelled due to President Trump’s 
executive order entitled “Ending Radical and Wasteful DEI Programs and 
Preferencing.” The story got national attention and was featured on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E48GgDX2NCA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CBS's 60 Minutes with Scott Peley</a>&nbsp;when,
 in the wake of the cancellation, Equity Arc contacted retired members 
of the premier military and military academy bands to recreate both the 
mentoring and performing experiences&nbsp;in Washington, DC previously 
scheduled for the students.&nbsp;That concert was closed to the public, but 
this one is wide-open with subsidized tickets at only $7 when you 
purchase at the door! Join us!
More info at <a href="https://www.capitalonehall.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.capitalonehall.com</a> and <a href="https://www.equityarc.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.equityarc.org</a>&nbsp;

Local Event: EQUITY ARC Presents Festival Ensembles

Tysons

EQUITY ARC Presents Festival Ensembles

As featured on CBS’s 60 Minutes!$7 TICKETS AT THE DOOR!
Equity
 Arc presents a powerful afternoon of classical music showcasing...

As featured on CBS’s 60 Minutes!$7 Tickets at the Door
Equity
 Arc presents a powerful afternoon of classical music showcasing 
exceptional pre-college and collegiate musicians of color from over 80 
U.S. cities. This inspiring concert highlights the next generation of 
talent through dynamic works by composers like Tchaikovsky, Florence 
Price, Jessie Montgomery, and more.&nbsp;
This concert comes almost 
exactly one year to the date (May 4, 2025) when Equity Arc’s Wind 
Symphony was supposed to perform alongside the U.S. Marine Band “The 
President’s Own”(USMB), but was cancelled due to President Trump’s 
executive order entitled “Ending Radical and Wasteful DEI Programs and 
Preferencing.” The story got national attention and was featured on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E48GgDX2NCA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CBS's 60 Minutes with Scott Peley</a>&nbsp;when,
 in the wake of the cancellation, Equity Arc contacted retired members 
of the premier military and military academy bands to recreate both the 
mentoring and performing experiences&nbsp;in Washington, DC previously 
scheduled for the students.&nbsp;That concert was closed to the public, but 
this one is wide-open with subsidized tickets at only $7 when you 
purchase at the door! Join us!
More info at <a href="https://www.capitalonehall.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.capitalonehall.com</a> and <a href="https://www.equityarc.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.equityarc.org</a>&nbsp;

Local Event: $7 Symphony Tickets - Limited Time!

$7 Symphony Tickets - Limited Time!

As featured on CBS’s 60 Minutes!$7 Tickets at the Door
Equity
 Arc presents a powerful afternoon of classical music showcasing...

1757 Golf Club

🏌🏾‍♂️⛳ LEGENDS ON THE COURSE! ⛳🏌🏾‍♂️
We’re excited to announce that some incredible NFL legends are officially confirmed for The Bridge of Love Foundation Legendary Golf Experience… and we’re just getting started!
🔥 Confirmed Legendary Golfers Include: 
⭐ Fred Smoot 
⭐ Santana Moss 
⭐ Brian Mitchell 
⭐ Gary Clark 
⭐ Josh Morgan 
⭐ Darrell Jackson 
⭐ Shawn Springs 
…and more to come!
The Bridge of Love Foundation Legendary Golf Experience is a premier fundraising event bringing together community leaders, supporters, and golf enthusiasts for an unforgettable day of purpose, connection, and impact. This experience goes beyond the game—creating meaningful opportunities to give back while enjoying an incredible round of golf alongside some of the greatest names to ever step on the field.
Hosted by the Bridge of Love Foundation, a registered IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, this event raises critical funds supporting: 
💙 Local youth 
🇺🇸 Veterans 
🎗️ Individuals impacted by cancer
Expect a day filled with camaraderie, networking, and special on-course activations—all while supporting life-changing initiatives right here in our community.
Every swing, sponsorship, and donation helps bridge gaps in access, resources, and support—ensuring those in need receive the care and opportunities they deserve.
This isn’t just a golf event… 
✨ It’s a movement to inspire hope, uplift lives, and make a lasting difference. For more information contact april@thesvefirm.com.
📌 Sponsorships, foursomes, and donations are now open! 
Let’s make an impact together.
#BridgeOfLoveFoundation #LegendaryGolfExperience #GolfForACause #CommunityImpact #FundraisingEvent #NFLAlumni #GiveBack #YouthSupport #VeteranSupport #CancerAwareness #NonprofitLeadership #DMVEvents #SponsorshipOpportunities

Local Event: Legendary Golf Experience

Ashburn

Legendary Golf Experience

🏌🏾‍♂️⛳ LEGENDS ON THE COURSE! ⛳🏌🏾‍♂️
We’re excited to announce that some incredible NFL legends are officially confirmed for The Bridge...

Reston Regional Library

A conversation with two Virginian writers -- a veteran and a newcomer -- on their new graphic novel
Join local authors Kwame Alexander and Cassidy Dyce at Reston Regional Library as they celebrate the release of their graphic novel The Brainstormerz: Money Talks!
Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jerry Craft, the book follows three best friends at Roberto Clemente Elementary School as they hatch a plan to buy the most cutting-edge phone model. It's the first volume of a new middle-grade series and includes art by Eisner winner Rashad Doucet.
This event is recommended for ages 7 through 13. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After their discussion, Alexander and Dyce will sign their book, which can be purchased on site from Bards Alley. Some of Alexander's past middle-grade novels will be available as well; to reserve a specific title, call (571) 459-2653.
Free registration is required via this link: <a href="https://librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16663310" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/16663310</a>ABOUT&nbsp;THE&nbsp;BOOKElectric James, or Lex, as his friends call him,&nbsp;is finally turning ten, and that means one thing: he's getting a phone! And with the hottest phone on the market—the Apollo XL—he’s sure to become the coolest kid at Roberto Clemente Elementary School. But when his parents break the news that the Apollo XL is way out of their price range, Lex is crushed.
Luckily, he has his best friends DJ and Cass. Together, they’re the Brainstormerz—and they’ve never met a problem they couldn’t solve! All they need to do now is figure out how to raise the money for the phone themselves. How hard could it be? From the talented trio of&nbsp;New York Times&nbsp;bestselling author Kwame Alexander, Cassidy Dyce, and Eisner-winning cartoonist&nbsp;Rashad Doucet, comes a hilarious and electrifying story about friendship, creativity, and the power of teamwork.ABOUT&nbsp;THE&nbsp;AUTHORSKwame Alexander is an Emmy Award–winning producer, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of over forty books, including the Newbery Medal–winning novel The Crossover; the Caldecott Medal- and Newbery Honor winning picture book The Undefeated; The Door of No Return; and J vs. K, which he co-wrote with Jerry Craft.Cassidy Dyce is an author and founder of Writing Black @ The House, a creative community dedicated to uplifting Black artists across disciplines. Her work is rooted in storytelling, collaboration, and building spaces where creativity and community thrive. She is based in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Local Event: Book Launch with Kwame Alexander and Cassidy Dyce

Book Launch with Kwame Alexander and Cassidy Dyce

A conversation with two Virginian writers -- a veteran and a newcomer -- on their new graphic novel
Join local authors Kwame...

Feel the energy of live dance and music up close.
Helping Hearts Through the Arts, presents “Heart Beats” at The Vault, at Capital One Hall, for two performances, May 7th and May 8th at 11:30 am. This dynamic program features the Helping Hearts dancers along with the acclaimed Minh Vo Jazz Trio, outstanding singers from Sopranessence and renowned flutist Maria Louisa Rohde, formerly of The United States Army Band, Pershing’s Own. The intimate setting of The Vault gives you the chance to be upfront and close to the artists where you will surely feel the beat of the live music and energy of the dance! This event is sponsored in part by ArtsFairfax and AARP Virginia.
Performance date/time: May 7th, 11:30am and May 8th, 11:30am
Run time – approximately 1hr, 15 minutes with no intermission
Tickets - <a href="https://www.capitalonehall.com/events/detail/heart-beats-helping-hearts-dance-the-minh-vo-jazz-trio" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.capitalonehall.com/events/detail/heart-beats-helping-hearts-dance-the-minh-vo-jazz-trio</a>
Discount tickets are available for AARP members and their guests. Go to: aarp.org and enter Heart Beats in the search box or go to: <a href="https://www.aarp.org/states/virginia/heart-beats-a-live-dance-music-experience-in-tysons/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.aarp.org/states/virginia/heart-beats-a-live-dance-music-experience-in-tysons/</a>
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Photo credit: Chip McCrea

Local Event: Heart Beats

Heart Beats

Feel the energy of live dance and music up close.
Helping Hearts Through the Arts, presents “Heart Beats” at The Vault, at...

Reston Community Center

Join The Reston Chorale for an uplifting performance featuring feel-good songs scientifically shown to make us smile. Enjoy a delightful repertoire of hits ranging from Abba's Dancing Queen to Pharrell Williams' Happy.Two performances:&nbsp; 4:00 and 7:00 PM.

Local Event: The Reston Chorale: Walkin' On Sunshine!

The Reston Chorale: Walkin' On Sunshine!

Join The Reston Chorale for an uplifting performance featuring feel-good songs scientifically shown to make us smile. Enjoy a...

Alden Theatre

Ever wonder how others perceive you? “Seinfeld” writer Pat Hazell goes in search of his own “Permanent Record” in a confessional night at The Alden Theatre filled with humor, heart and humanity. Hazell hired an actual opposition research company to investigate his past, and he is now forced to define himself. Pat opens the vault to his faults, foibles and foul play to turn a stroll down Memory Lane into a high-speed chase down Memory Highway. If you can’t laugh at yourself, why not laugh at him? Saturday, May 9, 7 p.m. (ASL interpreted) $30 Standard/$25 Seniors/$20 MCC district residents.

Local Event: Pat Hazell's "Permanent Record" at Alden Theatre

McLean

Pat Hazell's "Permanent Record" at Alden Theatre

Ever wonder how others perceive you? “Seinfeld” writer Pat Hazell goes in search of his own “Permanent Record” in a...

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