JOIN us for our 23rd annual Great Falls Studios Art Tour, which takes place over two days in Great Falls&nbsp; – October 17th and 18th – just as the fabulous fall color is erupting in our community. 
The&nbsp;QR code will take you to our website with more artist&nbsp;information and an&nbsp;INTERACTIVE map to lead you to private studios down the beautiful back and main roads of scenic Great Falls. VISIT artists working and displaying in a variety of locations: remodeled barns, historic farms, group studios, converted garages, contemporary and traditional homes, and other unusual places.
Along the way you will EXPLORE our beautiful community and MEET a unique and diverse group of artists who are excited to share their creative vision and engage with you in the creative process!
ABSORB the full spectrum of styles and mediums – the variety will amaze and inspire you! Plan your personal self-guided driving tour and visit as many studios as you like. SHARE the joy of creativity! COME TOUR AND MEET US! IT'S FREE, FUN &amp; FAMILY FRIENDLY!
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Local Event: Great Falls Studios Art Tour: Oct 17 and 18, 2026

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Great Falls Studios Art Tour: Oct 17 and 18, 2026

JOIN us for our 23rd annual Great Falls Studios Art Tour, which takes place over two days in Great Falls  – October 17th and...

Celebrate Creativity
JOIN us for our 23rd annual Great Falls Studios Art Tour, which takes place over two days in Great Falls&nbsp; – October 17th and 18th – just as the fabulous fall color is erupting in our community. 
The&nbsp;QR code will take you to our website with more artist&nbsp;information and an&nbsp;INTERACTIVE map to lead you to private studios down the beautiful back and main roads of scenic Great Falls. VISIT artists working and displaying in a variety of locations: remodeled barns, historic farms, group studios, converted garages, contemporary and traditional homes, and other unusual places.
Along the way you will EXPLORE our beautiful community and MEET a unique and diverse group of artists who are excited to share their creative vision and engage with you in the creative process!
ABSORB the full spectrum of styles and mediums – the variety will amaze and inspire you! Plan your personal self-guided driving tour and visit as many studios as you like. SHARE the joy of creativity! COME TOUR AND MEET US! IT'S FREE, FUN &amp; FAMILY FRIENDLY!
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Local Event: Great Falls Studios Art Tour - Oct 17 and 18, 2026

Great Falls Studios Art Tour - Oct 17 and 18, 2026

Celebrate Creativity
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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

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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!...

St Francis Episcopal Church, Great Falls, VA, 22066

Rain or Shine! 🐾
Join us for a heartfelt, family-friendly worship service featuring a special Blessing of the Animals.
Bring your dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, gerbils, scaly friends, or other companion animals to receive a special blessing. We will give thanks for the love and joy they bring to our lives and pray for their health and well-being.
If your pet can't attend, bring a photo for the blessing.
Rain or shine, we’ll be ready! A tent is set up outside just in case it rains. So, bring an umbrella and come prepared for the weather.
We look forward to celebrating God’s wonderful creation with you and your furry, feathered, or scaly friends!

Local Event: 2nd Sunday Family Worship with Blessing of the Animals - 9:00 A.M.

2nd Sunday Family Worship with Blessing of the...

Rain or Shine! 🐾
Join us for a heartfelt, family-friendly worship service featuring a special Blessing of the Animals.
Bring...

2nd Sunday Family Worship with Blessing of the Animals - 9:00 A.M.

Lake Anne Brew House

What do we do with biblical passages that have been used to justify discrimination, exclusion, or oppression? How do we distinguish between what Scripture says and what people have used Scripture to say?
Why do sincere people reach radically different conclusions from the same Scriptures—and what happens when those interpretations are used to determine who belongs, who holds power, and who is treated as less than equal?
Is the problem with these passages themselves, or with the ways we have interpreted and applied them?
Led by Pastor Daniel Park, October’s Taproom Theology will explore several historically difficult passages of Scripture—passages that have, at times, been used as weapons. 
Together, we’ll consider how interpretation shapes our understanding of Scripture, how these texts have been used throughout history, and how we as Christians can respond faithfully today.

Local Event: Taproom Theology: When Scripture is Weaponized, Wrestling with Difficult Passages

Taproom Theology: When Scripture is Weaponized,...

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Taproom Theology: When Scripture is Weaponized, Wrestling with Difficult Passages

Local Event: Taproom Theology: When Scripture is Weaponized, Wrestling with Difficult Passages 

Taproom Theology: When Scripture is Weaponized, Wrestling with Difficult Passages 

The free JSSA<a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> </a><a href="https://jssa.org/virtualexpos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo</a> is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly employers.
Expo program:
<ul>
 <li>Workshops (10 - 11:45 a.m.) Start your day with two engaging workshops tailored to jobseekers aged 50 and above. These sessions provide valuable strategies, tools, and insights to support your career journey.</li>
</ul>
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 <li>Employer Presentations (12 - 3 p.m.*) Employers share information about their current full- and part-time job openings. Jobseekers can ask employers questions via Zoom chat, making the expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li>
</ul>
Jobseekers: Whether you are re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking new opportunities, you are invited to
join us for the expo on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Register today at <a href="https://www.jssa.org/services/career-services/virtual-50-employment-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jssa.org/virtualexpos/</a>.
Employers: If your organization has at least three job openings, this is your opportunity to meet talented and experienced professionals. Learn more and register today at <a href="https://www.jssa.org/services/career-services/virtual-50-employment-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jssa.org/virtualexpos/</a>. Registration is free and required.
*The expo end time will be extended to accommodate additional employers. You may join, exit, and rejoin the expo as your schedule permits.
The free JSSA Northern Virginia Virtual 50+ Employment Expos are generously funded by The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation.
As of July 1, 2026, JCA and JSSA merged. Find the same service programs you relied on throughout the years, just under the JSSA name.
JSSA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

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Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia,...

The free JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with...

Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Sunrise at Reston Town Center

🍂 Fall into your next Sales Leadership opportunity! 🍂
Are you a driven, relationship-focused sales professional looking for your next challenge? Join us for a Sales Opportunities Meet &amp; Greet at Sunrise at Reston Town Center on Thursday, October 15th, from 4:00–7:00 PM.
Meet the Executive Directors from Sunrise of Reston and Sunrise of Hunter Mill, explore exciting Director of Sales opportunities, tour one of our beautiful communities, enjoy light refreshments, and participate in on-the-spot interviews.
Senior living sales experience is preferred, but we'd also love to meet successful consultative sales professionals from healthcare, hospitality, membership sales, or other relationship-driven industries.
🍁 Space is limited! To learn more or reserve your spot for this hiring event, email or text Jay Standridge, Talent Acquisition Manager at:&nbsp;jay.standridge@sunriseseniorliving.com / 571-599-7117.

Local Event: Director of Sales Career Meet & Greet at Sunrise Senior Living

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🍂 Fall into your next Sales Leadership opportunity! 🍂
Are you a driven, relationship-focused sales professional looking for...

Director of Sales Career Meet & Greet at Sunrise Senior Living

Alden Theatre

Do you have a talented high school actor, dancer or musician ready to take the stage? The James C. Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship Competition gives young performers the opportunity to showcase their talent, receive feedback from respected arts professionals and compete for&nbsp;cash prizes!
Students can compete in Theatre, Dance, Vocal or Instrumental Music by performing two contrasting pieces that showcase their artistry, range and unique voice. The top three performers in each category advance to the Final Competition, where they’ll compete for:
🥇 1st Place — $1,200 🥈 2nd Place — $800 🥉 3rd Place — $400
Who can apply? High school students who live in or attend school within the McLean Community Center tax district.
✨ NEW COMPETITION DATES!
Applications due: Monday, Oct. 19, 2026 Preliminary Round: Week of Oct. 26 Tech Rehearsal: Tuesday, Dec. 1 Final Competition: Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m.
Give your talent a stage. Apply today and compete for your chance to shine!
Questions? Email <a href="mailto:alden@mcleancenter.org">alden@mcleancenter.org</a>.

Local Event: Apply by 10/19 for the Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship Competition!

McLean

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St. Joseph's Catholic Church

Join us for the St. Joseph 20th Anniversary Craft Fair featuring unique finds and crafts created by local artists and craftspeople, plus sweet treats, and a delicious lunch. This family-friendly event supports the mission to help local communities in need - bringing together crafts, community, and kindness. Sponsored by the St. Joseph Ladies Society. To avoid Homecoming Parade road closures on Elden St., please use Herndon Parkway to Ferndale Ave., then left turn on Vine St. and left on Peachtree St.&nbsp;

Local Event: St. Joseph's 20th Anniversary Craft Fair

St. Joseph's 20th Anniversary Craft Fair

Join us for the St. Joseph 20th Anniversary Craft Fair featuring unique finds and crafts created by local artists and...

Loudoun Elks Lodge

🎃👻 GET READY FOR A GHOULISHLY GOOD TIME! 👻🎃
The Loudoun Elks Lodge is opening its doors for a fun, spooky, and kid-friendly Haunted House &amp; Trick-or-Treating Event! 🕷️🕸️
Bring the little ghosts, goblins, witches, superheroes, and monsters for an evening of Halloween fun in the community! 🎃🍬
👻 HAUNTED HOUSE AT LOUDOUN ELKS 🍭 Trick-or-Treating 🎃 Family-Friendly Fun 🕷️ Spooky Surprises 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for the Whole Community!
📅 Date: 10/31/2026 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Loudoun Elks Lodge #2406 401 W Holly Ave Sterling, VA 20164
Come dressed in your favorite costume and come have a ghoulish good time with your Loudoun Elks family and community! 🧡🖤
🎃 No tricks—just treats! 🍬 👻 We can't wait to see you there!

Local Event: Haunted House & Trick or Treat at Loudoun Elks

Haunted House & Trick or Treat at Loudoun Elks

🎃👻 GET READY FOR A GHOULISHLY GOOD TIME! 👻🎃
The Loudoun Elks Lodge is opening its doors for a fun, spooky, and kid-friendly...

Bring your talent to one of Reston&rsquo;s Top 3 Hair Salons (FFXNow Readers Choice awards for 2026).
Great Clips at South Lakes Village Center is hiring Virginia-licensed stylists and barbers for full-time and part-time positions. Join a friendly, established neighborhood salon where you can focus on haircuts, and do what you do best: help clients look great and feel great!
WHAT WE OFFER:
&bull; $15 per hour base pay &bull; Tips and 10% commission on product sales &bull; Paid time off &bull; Access to retirement savings through RetirePathVA &bull; 40% employee discount on haircare products &bull; Free professional development and training &bull; Advancement opportunities to Assistant Manager or Salon Manager &bull; An established customer base&mdash;no need to build a clientele from scratch &bull; Haircut-focused services with no color or chemical treatments
WHAT WE&rsquo;RE LOOKING FOR:
&bull; Current Virginia cosmetology or barber license &bull; Friendly, dependable, and comfortable with customers &bull; Ability to deliver quality haircuts efficiently, with a 14&ndash;17 minute goal &bull; Weekend availability &bull; Willingness to assist at our nearby Fairfax salon when needed
Our salons are locally and veteran owned. Whether you want a full-time career, a flexible part-time opportunity, or a path into salon leadership, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today through the Patch contact form. Please tell us whether you are interested in full-time or part-time work and which location you prefer.
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