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Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream

More than a museum, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream invites visitors to explore what’s possible through an interactive exhibition. Just steps from the White House, the Center celebrates the people, ideas, and opportunities that fuel our nation’s spirit of progress. Through immersive gallery spaces, curated art installations, and cutting-edge technology (including holograms, films, and interactive displays), guests are encouraged to see themselves reflected in the American Dream. The exhibition highlights four pathways of opportunity—Education, Entrepreneurship, Financial Empowerment, and Health—showcasing inspiring stories of everyday dreamers, innovators, and changemakers. Open Thursday-Monday. Reserve your free ticket today and find yourself in the American Dream. 

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More than a museum, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream invites visitors to explore what’s possible through an interactive...

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.

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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...

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.

We are Inova, Northern Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan area's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. With expertise and compassion, we...

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!

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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!

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

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Medi-Weightloss Alexandria

At Medi-Weightloss we specialize in Medication and Nutrition. Doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals provide safe, caring, and trusted weight loss guidance. Providers conduct a comprehensive medical evaluation that includes a thorough medical exam, bloodwork, EKG, and body composition analysis. Our GLP-1 program is tailored to your body, lifestyle, and goals. We provide what telemedicine can’t: face-to-face accountability, immediate clinical support, and body composition tracking with medical-grade technology. We’re with you every step of the way. Simple &amp; affordable pricing. We’ve made it easier than ever to start, and stay, on your weight loss journey. Our all-inclusive self-pay model gives you the tools, support, and medical expertise you need, without the guesswork or surprise costs. We also accept most major insurances. Medi-Weightloss® Alexandria provides the following weight loss services and programs: · Medically-supervised, clinically-proven weight loss program · Weight loss medication evaluation and management · Weight management for people with Type 2 Diabetes · Injectable nutrition therapy · Medically-supervised weight loss for youth ages 12-18 · Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) - Balance your hormones to reclaim your health. Trusted by Doctors. Loved by Patients. Doctor Recommended: 17,000+ Doctor Referrals. Physicians trust Medi-Weightloss providers to deliver expert, evidence-based care to their patients. Discover why doctors and patients alike recommend our comprehensive, physician-supervised program.

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At Medi-Weightloss we specialize in Medication and Nutrition. Doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals provide safe, caring, and trusted...

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...

R2 Advisors | Strategic Financial Advisory · Tysons VA

R2 Advisors

R2 Advisors is a CPA and strategic financial advisory firm based in Tysons, Virginia. We help organizations build financial systems leadership can trust — aligning accounting, reporting, tax, and operational workflows so decisions can be made clearly, even as complexity grows. Led by experienced CPAs and CFO-level advisors, R2 Advisors works with businesses, nonprofit leaders, and executive teams across the Washington DC metro area and nationwide. Our services include strategic CFO advisory, accounting and client advisory services (CAS), tax strategy, financial systems and automation, and risk and governance. What makes R2 different: we don't treat accounting, tax, and advisory as separate functions. Every engagement is built on one integrated structure — so reporting stays consistent, leadership gets reliable numbers, and nothing conflicts across areas. R2 Advisors serves organizations navigating growth, operational complexity, and leadership transitions — from multi-location operations and compliance-heavy environments to service-based businesses and project-driven firms. Industries served include government contracting, healthcare, professional services, nonprofits, technology, and capital markets. 1775 Tysons Blvd, Office 4162, McLean, VA 22102 r2.cpa | (571) 766-6727

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R2 Advisors is a CPA and strategic financial advisory firm based in Tysons, Virginia. We help organizations build financial systems leadership can...

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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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...

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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Political strategist and author Atima Omara joins us to discuss her book The Instigators: How Black Women Are Essential to American Democracy and what organizers today can learn from generations of Black women who built the movements that changed this country.
Josh Kaplowitz of Arlington Blue Families shares how Virginia and DMV volunteers are hitting the road to Ohio to knock doors and help flip one of 2026's most important battlegrounds.
David Pepper, Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Ohio, joins from the campaign trail to talk the Acton-Pepper ticket and why Democrats must run and compete everywhere.
Movements do not happen because people worry together. They happen because people organize together.
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Local Event: Friday Power Lunch — History Repeats Itself, So Let's Repeat What Works

Friday Power Lunch — History Repeats Itself, So...

Political strategist and author Atima Omara joins us to discuss her book The Instigators: How Black Women Are Essential to...

Friday Power Lunch — History Repeats Itself, So Let's Repeat What Works

<strike></strike>Join us on Saturday, August 15th, 2026, from 11 AM – 9 PM for a day featuring authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, fresh pastries, Arabic music, hookah, children’s activities, church tours, and much more!
Bring your family &amp; friends to experience a celebration of heritage, community, and the warm hospitality of St. George Church. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Admission: FREE
Parking: Convenient off street&nbsp;&nbsp;parking available nearby.
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Local Event: Saint George Church Annual Middle Eastern Festival

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Saint George Church Annual Middle Eastern Festival

Join us on Saturday, August 15th, 2026, from 11 AM – 9 PM for a day featuring authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, fresh pastries,...

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Join the fun and vibrant Del Ray community for a special summer event featuring live music in outdoor restaurant venues along the Avenue! The 6th Annual Bands &amp; Brews: Del Ray's Summer Bar Crawl takes place on Saturday, August 15 from 12:30-6pm. This event is being brought to you by the Del Ray Business Association and is sponsored by the <a href="https://www.jenwalker.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Jen Walker Team</a>. This year's fundraiser with benefit <a href="https://www.alexscholarshipfund.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Scholarship Fund of Alexandria, </a>a local non-profit that assists students and their families by providing college and career advising and scholarship opportunities to over 400+ Alexandria City High School graduates each year.
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<ul><li>Early Registration: $15 (Individual) $50 (Group 4 Pack)</li><li>Day of Registration $25 (Individual) $85 (Group 4 Pack)</li></ul>
Event Details &amp; Happening
<ul><li>First 250 Registrants receive a swag bag</li><li>Cocktails, Mocktails, and Food Specials at 15+ restaurant locations</li><li>Costume Contest for best individual, couple, and group (dress as your favorite singers or bands).&nbsp;</li><li>Access to live music (DJ's, solo, and group musical acts) at each location</li><li>Trolley transportation throughout the crawl</li><li>Access to 3 VIP Zones (TBD)</li><li>3 Interactive Stations -Complete all 3 to be eligible for the grand prize raffle (Grand Prize Raffle will be Announced at Pat Miller Square at 5:30PM/Corner of Mt. Vernon and Oxford)</li><li>Spontaneous giveways, trivia, and raffles throughout the crawl</li><li>Opportunity to buy crawl t-shirt and merchandise</li><li>Access to family/non-alcohol zone at Pat Miller Square with interactive activities and music</li></ul>
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Local Event: 6th Annual Bands & Brews: Del Ray's Summer Bar Crawl

6th Annual Bands & Brews: Del Ray's Summer Bar...

Join the fun and vibrant Del Ray community for a special summer event featuring live music in outdoor restaurant venues along...

6th Annual Bands & Brews: Del Ray's Summer Bar Crawl

The National Leverage Lab 2026, presented by The Fair Path Project, brings a full day of practical strategy on workplace accountability to Washington, DC on Friday, August 28. The summit runs in person at the Friends Meeting of Washington near Dupont Circle, with a virtual option for those joining from afar.
Headlining the Lab is Gretchen Carlson, the former broadcast journalist portrayed by Nicole Kidman in the 2019 film Bombshell. She takes the keynote stage alongside Julie Roginsky, her co-founder at Lift Our Voices, the nonprofit whose advocacy helped end forced arbitration of sexual assault and harassment claims under federal law. Together they have reshaped the national conversation on how workers can speak up without being silenced.
Beyond the keynote, attendees choose from three concurrent tracks built for employees, HR professionals, and attorneys, with continuing education credits available (CLE, HRCI, and SHRM). Expect real tools, real cases, and a room full of people committed to fairer workplaces.

Local Event: The Leverage Lab: A National Convening on Workplace Bullying

The Leverage Lab: A National Convening on...

The National Leverage Lab 2026, presented by The Fair Path Project, brings a full day of practical strategy on workplace...

The Leverage Lab: A National Convening on Workplace Bullying

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MD Man Convicted After Filming Himself Touching...

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A federal grand jury indicted a man on assault and unlawful reentry charges stemming from an incident at Arlington House.

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