<p>On Wednesday mornings at 9:30, everyone is invited to come and play! Current preschool families and neighbors&nbsp;will gather on the playground for featured art and STEM activities!</p>
<p>This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other families and introduce your child to the grounds - natural play area, play structures, gardens, and outdoor classroom - which are special places for them. These spaces offer your child a safe place to wonder, discover, and explore while increasing their confidence and independence as they transition to begin the new school year.</p>
<p>Families interested in registering for the upcoming 2025-26 school year are invited to learn more and meet the Director. <strong>Classes for 2's, 3's, and 4's are offered for mornings and all day.</strong> <strong>Good Beginnings, a class for children and their caretaker,&nbsp;is offered for children 1.5 years - 2.5 years.</strong>&nbsp;We look forward to meeting you!</p>
<p>To schedule a tour&nbsp;or for more information call 703-356-3567.<br></p>

Local Event: Come to Playground Playtime at Redeemer Renaissance - Pre-K children and Caregivers are invited!

Fairfax County

McLean

Virginia

Come to Playground Playtime at Redeemer...

On Wednesday mornings at 9:30, everyone is invited to come and play! Current preschool families and neighbors will gather on...

Come to Playground Playtime at Redeemer Renaissance - Pre-K children and Caregivers are invited!

Linda McConnaughay

Michael O'Connell

Washington Metropolitan Area

Patch AM Team

Pimmit Hills

Fairfax

Tysons

Tysons Corner

Idylwood

Falls Church

Dunn Loring

Montgomery County

Gaby Arancibia

Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Maryland

West Falls Church

Arlington County

Arlington

Ballston

Michelle Witte

Vienna

<p>Join us at the McLean Community Park for a FREE event!&nbsp;</p>

Local Event: Brooksfield in the Park

Brooksfield in the Park

Join us at the McLean Community Park for a FREE event! 

6830 Elm St,  Suite 9, McLean, VA, 22101

<h1>Antique Silver &amp; Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10-4</h1>
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<h1>Bel-Air House of Silver</h1>
<p><strong>Now Open in McLean, Virginia!</strong></p>
<p><strong>Thursdays 10-4</strong><br><br></p>
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<h3>Silver Brass Copper Pewter</h3>
<p><a href="tel:(703)691-4190">(703)691-4190</a></p>
<p><a href="tel:(866)657-9318">(866)657-9318</a></p>
<p>Polishing • Plating • Repair<br>Silver • Brass • Copper • Pewter<br><br>Do you have an heirloom that is blackened with years of tarnish or in need of repair? The Silversmiths at Bel-Air House of Silver can restore your silver and brass heirlooms with expertise and love.<br><br>They provide restoration for tea sets, flatware, hollow ware, trays, candelabras, tortoise shell combs, boar brushes, hand mirrors, lamps, chandeliers, trophies, hardware, tabletops, fireplace tools... and much much more.<br><br>*** Bel-Air House of Silver is based out of Charlottesville, Virginia and their Silver Restoration Experts come to McLean, Virginia on THURSDAYS to provide services for the area.<br><br><a href="https://www.belairhouseofsilver.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.belairhouseofsilver.</a>com</p>

Local Event: Heirloom - Silver & Brass Restoration Services: Thursdays 10-4

Heirloom - Silver & Brass Restoration Services:...

Antique Silver & Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAYS 10-4

 
Antique Silver & Brass Restoration Services: THURSDAYS...

Heirloom - Silver & Brass Restoration Services: Thursdays 10-4

Community of Faith UMC

<p>Join Capital Harmonia for an inspiring free concert that brings together music and history to reflect the endurance and ingenuity of women on the American frontier. This annual choral festival offers a beautiful afternoon of music at the Community of Faith United Methodist Church.</p>

Local Event: Annual Choral Festival: Women On The Frontier

Annual Choral Festival: Women On The Frontier

Join Capital Harmonia for an inspiring free concert that brings together music and history to reflect the endurance and...

Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003

<p>
<b>Shoff Promotions  Comic Book,
Sports Card  and Pokemon Show  </b>
</p>
<p><u><b>SUNDAY
MAY 17 ... Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003</b></u></p>
<p><b>NOW
12 Years at This Location!!   ( 10 minutes from Tysons Corner) </b>
</p>
<p><u>
<b>The spacious 6,000 sq ft Hall will
be filled with over 60  8ft tables ( equivalent to 80 6ft tables) of
Top Area Dealers with  Gold, Silver, Bronze and Modern Age Comic
Books, a wide selection of  Pokemon singles and packs  and Plushies
Plus Baseball, Football, Basketball and Hockey cards  vintage to the
present cards graded /raw and sports memorabilia , and Hobby Supplies
for all your collecting needs. Plus some Rock &amp; Roll records and
CDs.   Something for Everyone! </b></u>
</p>
<p><u><b>Admission
</b></u><u><b>$3</b></u><u><b>
cash only; 12 and under Free with paid Adult Adm.</b></u></p>
<p><b>******Free
Parking******* Easy Access****</b></p>
<p><b>***
Show Info:  shoffpromotions.com  Nick 301-318-4464</b></p>
<p></p>

Local Event: Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and...


Shoff Promotions  Comic Book,
Sports Card  and Pokemon Show  

SUNDAY
MAY 17 ... Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike...

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

<p>Join Falls Church Arts for an Artist Talk featuring a panel of  exhibiting artists from "250 and Counting." This panel discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at the artwork on view, giving artists the opportunity to share their inspiration, creative process, and artistic vision. Hear artists in conversation with one another, discover connections between their works, and gain deeper insight into the themes of the exhibition. The event will conclude with a Q&amp;A, inviting audience members to ask questions and engage directly with the artists.</p>
<p>Whether you’re an artist, collector, or art enthusiast, this talk is a great opportunity to connect more deeply with the art and the artists behind it. Light refreshments will be served.</p>
<p><strong>Panel Members:</strong></p>
<ul><li>Asia Anderson</li><li>John Ballou</li><li>Izzy Crawn</li><li>Deanna Harvey</li><li>Miguel Hobbs</li><li>Maureen Minard&nbsp;</li></ul>
<p><strong>Moderator:</strong> Susan Hillson</p>
<p><b>Exhibition: </b>April 18 – May 31, 2026<br>Works that reference American life during the 250 years since the Declaration of Independence.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Juror: <a href="https://fallschurcharts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Pamela-Huffman-Bio.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Pamela Huffman</a></p>

Local Event: Falls Church Arts Hosts Artist Talk about exhibit, "250 and Counting," on May 17

Falls Church Arts Hosts Artist Talk about...

Join Falls Church Arts for an Artist Talk featuring a panel of  exhibiting artists from "250 and Counting." This panel...

Falls Church Arts Hosts Artist Talk about exhibit, "250 and Counting," on May 17

National Archives Museum

<p><b>Festival Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary</b><br>National Archives Building<br>Constitution Avenue | Washington, DC<br>June 4-6, 2026<br><br>You're invited to the <em><b><a href="https://archivesfoundation.org/spirit-of-independence-festival/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Spirit of Independence Festival</a></b></em>, a three-day immersive celebration of American history, culture, and community at the National Archives—the home of the original Declaration of Independence—in the heart of Washington, DC.&nbsp;<br><br>Hosted beneath a tent spanning two city blocks in front of the National Archives, the <i>Spirit of Independence Festival</i> will include free daytime events for families and three evening benefit events to support the National Archives Foundation and its effort to engage the American public with the nation’s history.&nbsp;<br><br>From free daytime programming like a patriotic pet “yappy hour” to ticketed nighttime events like a culinary “taste of America,” there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the multi-day festival.<br><br>Guests can <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/39180/national-archives-museum-spirit-of-independence-festival" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">reserve free tickets</a> to daytime programming and purchase individual tickets to select evening programs. <i>Guests who reserve tickets online will receive complimentary access to the National Archives Museum.</i></p>

Local Event: June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Spirit of Independence Festival!

District of Columbia

Washington DC

District Of Columbia

June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at...

Festival Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary National Archives Building Constitution Avenue | Washington, DC June 4-6, 2026...

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State Edition

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Linda McConnaughay, Neighbor

Posting Activity

Come to Playground Playtime at Redeemer Renaissance - Pre-K children and Caregivers are invited!

JUN

17

9:30 AM

1545 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA

Brooksfield in the Park

Heirloom - Silver & Brass Restoration Services: Thursdays 10-4

Annual Choral Festival: Women On The Frontier

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

Falls Church Arts Hosts Artist Talk about exhibit, "250 and Counting," on May 17

June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Spirit of Independence Festival!