Arlington Language School Marks 40th Anniversary

ICA Language Services

ICA Language Services (ICA), a family-owned, woman-led small business based in Arlington, is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking decades of supporting the U.S. military and diplomatic community through language training and testing. Founded in April 1986 as Inlingua Foreign Language Center, a 6-classroom language school, ICA expanded under the leadership of Deidre Doyle, an entrepreneur with a background in organizational management who joined the company the same year. As a military spouse, she had developed a deep understanding of military organizations and culture, helping shape ICA into a trusted provider of language training and testing for military professionals. Doyle became a partner in 1993 and sole owner in 2009, when she changed the name to ICA Language Services. Today, ICA operates a 60+ classroom schoolhouse in Rosslyn and has delivered nearly five million hours of language instruction and more than 30,000 language assessments across 120+ languages. ICA also provides training on military bases throughout the US and abroad. The company is now led by President and CEO Lexie Casey, Doyle’s daughter, who joined ICA in 2009 after a decade in government contracting. Casey became a partner in 2014 and assumed day-to-day leadership in 2015, when Doyle transitioned to Chair of the Board. ICA has employed more than 1,300 individuals from 131 countries, often providing a first job in the United States for language professionals. Certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia, ICA provides proficiency- and performance-based language training and testing services supporting diplomacy, security, and global engagement. For more information, visit www.icalanguages.com.

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ICA Language Services (ICA), a family-owned, woman-led small business based in Arlington, is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking decades of...

Paw Mind Body

Hello Neighbors! Paw Mind Body, dog training company, wants to support the community by offering a free in-home training session. All you need to do is schedule a free evaluation and you automatically get one free session.  There’s no cost, no catch, and no commitment required. If you have a dog and need to get a handle on some things with your fury loved one, simply click on this link and get access to our calendar and schedule your free session. https://letsmeet.io/pawmindbodyllc/promo-evaluation-w-fernando Thank you and look forward to meeting you and your fury loved one soon.

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The Rosslyn BID provides high-quality services to Rosslyn

Rosslyn Business Improvement District

Funded by a special tax paid by property owners within the BID boundaries, the Rosslyn BID sets the standard for the future of urban living and working. We enhance Rosslyn’s appeal by providing services that enhance, grow, and maintain the community, making Rosslyn a thriving destination for professionals, businesses, residents, and visitors alike.

Michael O'Connell

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Leading nonprofit healthcare provider in Northern Virginia

Inova

We are Inova, Northern Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan area's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. With expertise and compassion, we partner with our patients to help them stay healthy. We treat illness, heal injury and look at a patient’s whole health to help them flourish. Through our expansive network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, and outpatient services, Inova provides care for more than one million unique patients every year. Total patient visits exceed four million annually, demonstrating our ability to deliver the best clinical care and ensuring a seamless experience for all who rely on us for their healthcare needs. Consistently ranked and recognized as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience, Inova's world-class care is made possible by the strength and breadth of our network, our 26,000 team members, our technology and our innovation. In 2025, Inova was named the Health System of the Year by Press Ganey, a national leader in healthcare experience, recognizing our excellence in patient care, team member engagement, and commitment to continuous improvement. Inova is home to Northern Virginia's only Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and provides high-quality healthcare to each person in every community we are privileged to serve – regardless of ability to pay – every day of their life.

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Green Hedges School, Where Every Child Is Known and Inspired

Green Hedges School

Green Hedges School is an independent Montessori Ages 2-5 and Preparatory Grades 1-8 school located in Vienna, Virginia. Rooted in a deep respect for each child’s individuality, Green Hedges offers a thoughtfully prepared learning environment where curiosity is nurtured, confidence is built, and no child slips through the cracks. With small class sizes and a close-knit community, students are truly known by their teachers and supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The school emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning that encourages independence, critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning. From creative arts and outdoor exploration to science, technology, and project-based academics, students are invited to wonder, explore, and grow. Green Hedges values strong partnerships with families and believes education is most powerful when school and home work closely together. Guided by a mission of respect, responsibility, and joyful discovery, Green Hedges prepares students not only for academic success, but for meaningful, engaged lives. Join us and watch your child Grow at Green Hedges School today!

Michelle Witte

Vienna

Green Hedges School is an independent Montessori Ages 2-5 and Preparatory Grades 1-8 school located in Vienna, Virginia. Rooted in a deep respect...

Conflict Resolution Support for Families and Organizations

Rogers Resolution Services

Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through my small business, Rogers Resolution Services, I offer mediation and conflict-resolution support tailored to your unique needs and help guide people through difficult conversations. I work primarily with co-parents, partners, relatives, roommates, and teams who need help talking through decisions, routines, boundaries, or recurring disagreements. I also support workplaces and community groups facing communication challenges or breakdowns. My role is neutral. I don’t give legal advice or take sides. I facilitate conversations, de-escalate tense situations, and help people reach practical and maintainable agreements they can feel comfortable with. Services include: • Family, community, and workplace mediation • Co-parenting communication planning • Conflict coaching (one-on-one support) • Group and organizational facilitation • Workplace and team communication support Please feel free to reach out if you or a neighbor need help with repairing communication, setting boundaries, and/or creating a healthier dynamic at home or at work. Thank you for reading, and I look forward to helping you!

Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through...

VDC-Counseling LLC by Valeria D'Amato Caputi

VDC Counseling LLC has been serving the Arlington, VA community since 2020, offering compassionate individual therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout. Founded by Valeria D'Amato Caputi, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and certified EMDR therapist, the practice is one of the few in Northern Virginia to offer bilingual therapy in both English and Italian — a unique resource for the area's international and diplomatic community. Sessions are available in person at 1600 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, and via secure telehealth throughout Virginia and Maryland. A free 15-minute consultation is available for new clients. Call 703-646-0640 or visit vdc-counseling.com to get started.

VDC Counseling LLC has been serving the Arlington, VA community since 2020, offering compassionate individual therapy for adults struggling with...

Integrated Accounting, CFO & Tax Strategy

R2 Advisors

R2 Advisors PC (simply R2 Advisors) is a Tysons, VA–based CPA and strategic advisory firm helping forward-thinking businesses and nonprofit leaders achieve financial clarity, confidence, and growth. Led by experienced CPAs and CFO-level advisors, R2 Advisors provides integrated financial leadership—combining accounting, fractional CFO services, tax strategy, and risk management—to align every financial decision with your mission and long-term strategy. At R2 Advisors (r2.cpa), we believe in Reality × Reflection = Clarity: translating complex financial realities into insight-driven strategies. Our integrated approach bridges data, technology, and human expertise to deliver dynamic outcomes—from smarter reporting and tax efficiency to stronger governance and sustainable growth. Recognized for our client-centered, innovative approach, R2 Advisors PC partners with CEOs, CFOs, and nonprofit executives across the Washington D.C. Metro Area and nationwide. Whether you need a fractional finance team, outsourced accounting, or strategic tax planning, R2 Advisors delivers big-firm capability with boutique-firm care. 👉 Learn more at r2.cpa R2 Advisors PC – Integrated Approach. Dynamic Outcomes.

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R2 Advisors PC (simply R2 Advisors) is a Tysons, VA–based CPA and strategic advisory firm helping forward-thinking businesses and nonprofit leaders...

Discover a new way to find your wedding venue in NoVa!

Grapevine Vows

Word on the vine is… Grapevine Vows is the first of its kind—turning wedding venue shopping into a fun, guided vineyard tour. Join us for a day of wine tastings, stunning views, and stress-free venue visits across multiple wineries. Why juggle endless calls and scattered site tours when you can sip, stroll, and explore your dream venues all in one unforgettable day? 🍷 Perfect for engaged couples (bring your fiancé, your parents, or your wedding party!) 📍 Tours feature some of the region’s most beautiful wineries ✨ Save time, money, and stress—while actually enjoying the process Learn more and join the experience today. Tours on most weekends and fill up fast!

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The Brooksfield School

﻿Brooksfield School is a private school in McLean, Virginia, that offers a unique Montessori experience cultivating a love for learning that fosters lifelong friendships between children, families, teachers, and the community. We are dedicated to providing a loving, stimulating, and creative environment with a focus on the arts and nature. We offer: Toddler Care, Day Care and Pre-K, Kindergarten, Dragonfly Club (extended day), Before/After Care for FCPS, and Summer Camp Schedule a tour to visit our gorgeous campus and meet our dedicated team of educators and administrators. 2-6 year olds. FCPS is for 5 to 10 year olds.

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﻿Brooksfield School is a private school in McLean, Virginia, that offers a unique Montessori experience cultivating a love for learning that...

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We are on a roll! Seven shows. Seven sellouts. This show is sure to be number eight! Your headliner this month:
RAHMEIN MOSTAFAVI
Rahmein Mostafavi charms crowds with comic timing and charisma developed throughout two decades of live performance. He addresses social and political topics with a combination of satirical and observational comedy, leaving audiences with a greater sense of purpose, sex appeal and the occasional leg cramp.
Rahmein entered the stand-up world after working as a longtime cast member of “Shear Madness,” the acclaimed Kennedy Center improv/comedy whodunit. His natural joke writing ability, combined with his acting chops, has won him rave reviews in both the Washington area and around the country. He also produces events like a rockstar, bringing live comedy to venues in Maryland, DC and Virginia. He is also the creator and host of the national smash hit Couples Therapy: A Comedy Show.
Rahmein has shared the stage with some of the best comics in the nation, including Dave Attell, Jake Johannsen, Artie Lange, Bert Kreischer, Rich Vos, Jon Lovitz, Tim Meadows, Joe Matarese, Bob Marley, The Sklar Brothers, Jen Kirkman, Red Grant, Godfrey, Joe Torry, Kyle Kinane, Finesse Mitchell, Louis CK, and Maz Jobrani. He has been featured at the Laugh Your Asheville Off comedy festival, The Devil Cup, Red Clay, The Cleveland Comedy Festival, and the Cape May Comedy Festival. Rahmein has been seen on FOX, heard regularly on Sirius XM, was featured in “The Truth About Money” on PBS, is a regular at the DC Improv, Kennedy Center, and was honored to be a speaker at the world famous TEDx Talks.
FEATURING
AMBER HENDRIX
Amber Hendrix is a Richmond, Virginia-based comedian and producer with the bite force of a juvenile caiman. A writer for satire sites Reductress and The Hard Times, Amber has opened for Dave Attell, Emily Catalano, Rachel Scanlon, and Geoffrey Asmus, among others. She recently featured at the 2025 Raleigh Comedy Festival and performs regularly at the DC Improv.
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amberjack_hendrix?igsh=MWhpbjF4d2dsd2I3dw==" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">instagram.com/amberjack_hendrix?igsh=MWhpbjF4d2dsd2I3dw==</a> MATT CHRZANOWSKI
Matt Chrzanowski is a stand-up comedian based out of Washington, DC. He talks a lot about his southern upbringing and corporate life. There isn't much overlap between the two. Matt has performed at the DC Improv, Laughing Skull Lounge, 9:30 Club, and the Red Clay Comedy Festival. He's performed with acts such as Joey Avery, Dan Toomey, and Eddie Ifft. Instagram: @matt_chrzanowski
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OLIVIA WITT
Olivia Witt is a heterosexual-but-in-a-cool-way comedian from Madison, WI, now residing in Brooklyn, NY. She was both a Madison’s Funniest Comic 2022 Top 5 Finalist and a featured Comic of the Week on the Jackie and Laurie Show. She has opened many people more famous than her including Brian Posehn (Big Bang Theory), Alex Edelman (The Paper), Michael Longfellow (SNL), and Demetri Martin (y’know). In addition to standup, she currently tours a duo sketch variety show that she created with her sister Diana Witt.
HOSTED BY:
PETE BERGEN
He may look and sound gruff but he is a big bear of a sweetheart. You’ll love his take on his own sordid history and observations in general. He has opened for and performed with some great folks like Patton Oswalt, Rory Scovel, Bobcat Goldthwait, Annie Lederman, David Koechner, Kelsey Cook, Annie Lederman, Alonso Bodden and more while featuring and headlining some great venues like the DC Improv (DC), Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse (VA), Magooby’s Joke House (MD), Nicks Comedy Stop (Boston), Governors (NY), Church Of Satire (PA) and The Drafthouse Comedy Theater (DC). He is also in recovery and is in demand for 12 step conventions all over. You may recognize Pete from his numerous appearances on Investigation Discovery shows or from his episode on the classic Americas Most Wanted. He always plays a cop because, well, look at him. Pete can also be seen as a contributor on local panel shows “Like It Or Not” and “The Final 5”, both on Fox 5 DC, offering up humorous takes on the days events.

Local Event: Courthaus Comedy Bunker 8: Rahmein Mostafavi 

Courthaus Comedy Bunker 8: Rahmein Mostafavi 

We are on a roll! Seven shows. Seven sellouts. This show is sure to be number eight! Your headliner this month:
RAHMEIN...

National Museum of the American Indian

Join Hālau Hoʻomau I ka Wai Ola O Hawaiʻi&nbsp;to commemorate the arrival of a sacred Hawaiian artifact at the National Museum of the American Indian Smithsonian as part of Hoʻolauleʻa: Welcoming Kānepō Ka Lua on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Alexandria, Vir.-based Hawaiian cultural school will perform on at 12 noon, 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on May 16.
Led by Kumu Hula Manu Ikaika, the musicians and dancers of Hālau Hoʻomau I ka Wai Ola O Hawaiʻi will demonstrate a variety of Hawaiian instruments and implements including the ulili (Hawaiian gourd yoyo), handmade by the dancers. Other implements demonstrated in the performance will include the pahu (large standing drum used for chant and hula accompaniment), the ipu and ipu heke (hollowed gourds used as handheld drums), ‘ohe hano ihu (bamboo nose flutes), ‘uli’uli (feathered gourd rattles), ‘ili’ili
(hand-held river rocks), pū’ili (slit-ended bamboo sticks), kālā’au
(tapping sticks), ukulele and more!

Local Event: Hoʻolauleʻa: Welcoming Kānepō Ka Lua

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Hoʻolauleʻa: Welcoming Kānepō Ka Lua

Join Hālau Hoʻomau I ka Wai Ola O Hawaiʻi to commemorate the arrival of a sacred Hawaiian artifact at the National Museum of...

Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003

Shoff Promotions Comic Book,
Sports Card and Pokemon Show 

SUNDAY
MAY 17 ... Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003
NOW
12 Years at This Location!! ( 10 minutes from Tysons Corner) 


The spacious 6,000 sq ft Hall will
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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
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Local Event: Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and...


Shoff Promotions  Comic Book,
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SUNDAY
MAY 17 ... Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike...

Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show

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