Neutral Ground Counseling Group

At Neutral Ground Counseling Group in Fairfax City, we provide high-quality, affordable mental health services for individuals, couples, teens, families, and groups. With multiple fee options starting at $50 per session and in-network coverage with TRICARE East, Aetna, Anthem BCBS, and Carelon, we make therapy accessible without compromising quality. Our clinicians support clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, neurodivergence (including ADHD and Autism Spectrum concerns), relationship difficulties, identity exploration, substance-use challenges, and other mental health struggles. We are deeply committed to serving military service members, veterans, and their families, offering care that honors the unique stressors of deployment, reintegration, relocation, and family adjustment. We also specialize in LGBTQIA2+ affirming therapy, providing a safe space for gender-diverse individuals and those navigating identity, transition, or relationship concerns. Our practice offers individual and couples therapy as well as group programs, including domestic-violence recovery groups and mindfulness-based, acceptance-focused programs such as EMAP. Clients can access therapy in person in Fairfax or online throughout Virginia, Washington, DC, and Colorado. Our team includes licensed clinicians and Residents-in-Counseling under expert supervision, allowing us to offer a wide range of specialties and price points to meet diverse needs. Neutral Ground Counseling Group is a welcoming and inclusive practice where your story is heard, your strengths are honored, and your path forward is supported. Reach out today—affordable, compassionate care is available.

Fairfax County

Michael O'Connell

Washington Metropolitan Area

Fairfax City

Virginia

At Neutral Ground Counseling Group in Fairfax City, we provide high-quality, affordable mental health services for individuals, couples, teens,...

Romy Salon & Spa

romy salon and spa is new to fairfax. we are a full service salon and spa. we offer cut color nail services as well as facials. **for a limited time only ! friday &amp; saturday's , we are offering blowdry and manicure combo special for $ 85. (extremely thick hair will be an extra $10) Spots are limited. book yours today by calling 571-407-5801. we look forward to meeting you !

Fairfax Station

romy salon and spa is new to fairfax. we are a full service salon and spa. we offer cut color nail services as well as facials. **for a limited...

Headfirst Summer Camps

Summer 2026 enrollment is open for Headfirst Summer Camps — right here at Flint Hill! We’re excited to return for our 11th summer on campus and to celebrate 30 years serving DMV families. Camps for PK3–7th graders include Arts &amp; Crafts, STEM, and Multi-Sport, plus official Washington Nationals Baseball &amp; Softball and D.C. United Soccer Camps. Everything we do is intentionally designed – from how campers are grouped to how progress is recognized – so Flint Hill families can trust the experience and kids can grow with confidence.

Falls Church

Summer 2026 enrollment is open for Headfirst Summer Camps — right here at Flint Hill! We’re excited to return for our 11th summer on campus and to...

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Stanley Martin Homes

Since 1966, Stanley Martin Homes has been building more than just houses—we’ve been creating places people are proud to call home. Headquartered in Reston, VA, we’re one of the nation’s fastest-growing homebuilders, with homes built across 15 metropolitan areas in seven states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. At Stanley Martin, we believe Your Life is Our Blueprint®. That’s why every home we build is inspired by the way you live—crafted with care, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. From the first handshake to the final walkthrough, we’re here to make your homebuilding journey exceptional.

Herndon

Since 1966, Stanley Martin Homes has been building more than just houses—we’ve been creating places people are proud to call home. Headquartered in...

Running from this Friday the 22nd to July 30th- great fun and family enjoyment

The 1962 Tony-winning musical performed by the City of Fairfax Theatre Company! 
Opens this Friday, Tickets still available, see photo

The Music Man!

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🌸 Alexandria Art Show &amp; Craft Spring Fair 🌸 ✨ Honoring Moms, Inspiring Art — A Spring Fair to Remember! ✨
Spring is in the air, and John Carlyle Square is coming alive with creativity! Join us for a vibrant day of art, shopping, and community at the Alexandria Art Show &amp; Craft Spring Fair.

Browse an incredible selection of handmade art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, home décor, gifts, and more from talented local artisans, makers, and small businesses. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, support creatives, and find something truly unique.

🎨 What you’ll love: 🛍️ Unique handmade and artisan goods 🌷 A beautiful outdoor spring setting 🤝 Support local artists and small businesses 💐 A perfect outing to celebrate moms, family, and community

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 John Carlyle Square, Alexandria, VA

Bring your friends, family, and spring vibes for a fun-filled day of shopping, strolling, and celebrating art in Old Town Alexandria.

Local Event: Alexandria Art Show & Spring Craft Fair ~ Mother's Day Celebration @ John Carlyle Square

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🌸 Alexandria Art Show & Craft Spring Fair 🌸 ✨ Honoring Moms, Inspiring Art — A Spring Fair to Remember! ✨
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Bring your family and friends to the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 25 from noon to 7 p.m. rain or shine. This free, family-friendly event will be held at Fireman’s Field Park and inside the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink at 250 South Nursery Avenue.

Enjoy a full day of live music and performances across multiple stages, along with an art exhibit, games, chalk art, and a variety of interactive activities. Browse offerings from local vendors featuring handcrafted goods, food, beverages, and more. There will be fun for all ages, including face painting, glitter tattoos, sidewalk chalk art, and t-shirt or tote bag decorating. Local non-profits will also be on-site sharing information and resources. Special activities will highlight and celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. 
Inside the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink—transformed into the Art Hall—you’ll find more than 30 works of art, live performances, art demonstrations, and hands-on activities including quilt square decorating and an Instrument Petting Zoo. Be sure to pick up a festival scavenger hunt booklet and complete it for a chance to win a prize! 
Thank you to the sponsors of the festival: Renewal by Andersen, The Back Nine Golf Leesburg, Northern Virginia Orthodontics, Bank of Clarke Foundation, Longhouse Architects, Valley Energy, the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. If you or your business are interested in sponsoring this event, please email <a href="mailto:events@purcellvilleva.gov">events@purcellvilleva.gov</a>. 
The Purcellville Music and Arts Festival is jointly hosted by the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Purcellville Arts Council, and the Town of Purcellville. For more information about the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival please visit <a href="https://www.purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com</a> and follow PVilleMusicArts on Facebook.

Local Event: Purcellville Music and Arts Festival

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Purcellville Music and Arts Festival

Bring your family and friends to the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 25 from noon to 7 p.m. rain or...

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church

<h3>Join us for a memorable afternoon of music as internationally acclaimed Irish tenor Mark Forrest appears in concert on Sunday, April 26, at 4:00 PM at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Clifton, Virginia.</h3>
<h3>Celebrated for his rich, heartfelt voice and deeply inspiring performances, Mark Forrest has filled concert halls and cathedrals across the United States and Europe, performing for presidents, dignitaries, and audiences of all ages. His moving interpretations of sacred music, inspirational favorites, and beloved Irish songs uplift the soul and stir the spirit. This promises to be an unforgettable afternoon celebrating faith, Irish heritage, and song.</h3>
<h3>Mark Forrest will be joined by acclaimed pianist, producer, and composer John-Paul Kaplan, known for his captivating performances and inventive arrangements. The St. Andrew the Apostle Parish Choir and St. Andrew School Children’s Choir will also perform, adding richness and warmth to this very special concert.</h3>
<h3>Free Admission – A free-will offering will be collected to support the continuation of the St. Andrew the Apostle Concert Series. Donations may also be made online at<a href="https://www.st-andrew.org/concerts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> www.st-andrew.org/concerts</a>.</h3>
<h3>Following the concert, please join us for a complimentary reception where you can meet the artist and enjoy fellowship with friends.</h3>
<h3>St. Andrew the Apostle 6720 Union Mill Road Clifton, VA 20124 703-817-1770 <a href="https://www.st-andrew.org/concerts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.st-andrew.org/concerts</a></h3>
<h3>Come and be inspired!</h3>

Local Event: Come and be inspired!  Internationally Renowned Irish Tenor Mark Forrest in Concert 

Come and be inspired!  Internationally Renowned...

Join us for a memorable afternoon of music as internationally acclaimed Irish tenor Mark Forrest appears in concert on Sunday,...

Come and be inspired!  Internationally Renowned Irish Tenor Mark Forrest in Concert 

City of Fairfax Regional Library

Come join us for a free meditation class! Learn the meditation exercise of Falun Dafa (Falun Gong, falundafa-dc.org, learnFalunDafa.org).
Relieve stress, improve energy, and experience incredible health!To sign up: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-falun-dafa-meditation-class-tickets-1986593436446" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/e/free-falun-dafa-meditation-class-tickets-1986593436446</a>

Local Event: Free Falun Dafa Meditation Class

Free Falun Dafa Meditation Class

Come join us for a free meditation class! Learn the meditation exercise of Falun Dafa (Falun Gong, falundafa-dc.org,...

Cinema Arts Theatres

Climate Action NOW Monthly Film Festival is thrilled to present our monthly film screenings that will help us navigate through climate impacts, biodiversity loss, and the plastic crisis in our communities with innovative solutions.
“If you build landscapes without these powerhouse native plants that support caterpillars, the food web is doomed.” —Doug Tallamy
"The caterpillar does all the work, and the butterfly gets all the applause." — George Carlin
"Teaching a child not to step on a caterpillar is as valuable to the child as it is to the caterpillar." — Bradley Miller
JOIN US for The Extraordinary Caterpillar Screening followed by Panel Discussion!
DATE: Monday April 27, 2026 TIME: 7:00-9:30 PM LOCATION: Cinema Arts Theatres 9650 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031 FREE! Ample Parking
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-screening-panel-discussion-the-extraordinary-caterpillar-free-tickets-1983718290808?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BOOK SEATS NOW!</a>
<a href="https://youtu.be/weXWFKZAo-k?si=y6SZyYB_R-1tRIis" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">TRAILER</a>
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Award-Winning THE EXTRAORDINARY CATERPILLAR Directed by JEFF MCKAY, featuring Doug Tallamy TVO Films
Experience the enchanting world of The Extraordinary Caterpillar, a TVO Original documentary. This captivating film reveals the crucial role of these tiny creatures in transforming parks and backyards, powering ecosystems that support everything from songbirds to grizzly bears.
With stunning macro videography by naturalist Sam Jaffe, viewers will explore the fascinating survival skills and ecological importance of caterpillars. Produced by Merit Motion Pictures and directed by Jeff McKay, the documentary features insights from leading experts, including entomologist Antonia Guidotti and author Doug Tallamy.
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OUR EXCEPTIONAL PANELISTS:
MADDIE BRIGHT, Executive Director of Earth Sangha.
DANIELLE WYNNE, Watershed Education and Outreach Fairfax County Stormwater Management. 
JOANNE HUTTON, Co-Chair Plant NOVA Natives campaign, Arlington Regional Master Naturalist. 
MODERATOR: ELLE KATHERINE CLEVELAND: Elle is an English and Communication Major at George Mason University, where she is dedicated to honing her skills in effective communication and literary analysis. __
EVENT SPONSOR: Climate Action NOW (CAN) 501c3. EVENT PARTNERS: Plant NoVa Natives, Earth Sangha, FIRA, Trace – The Zero Waste Store, American Solar USA, Go Electric DMV, Climate &amp; Clean Energy Working Group.
<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-screening-panel-discussion-the-extraordinary-caterpillar-free-tickets-1983718290808?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BOOK SEATS NOW!</a> Theatre only holds 240. We anticipate a SOLD OUT event.
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AGENDA
6:45-7:00 PM | Gathering in Theatre Atrium, connect with event Partners to learn more about how to make small changes in your lives to restore biodiversity, reduce and drawdown carbon, and live more sustainably 7:00 PM | OPENER 7:15 PM | SCREENING of The Extraordinary Caterpillar 8:30- 9:30 PM | PANEL DISCUSSION Q&amp;A
JOIN US &amp; <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-screening-panel-discussion-the-extraordinary-caterpillar-free-tickets-1983718290808?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">BOOK SEATS NOW!</a>
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Bring your own EMPTY drink and popcorn containers (that you can use to buy a drink and popcorn at Cinema Arts Theatres concession stand) to help make this a WASTE FREE event!
If the seats become fully booked, and there's a waitlist, please show up at the door anyway. There are usually enough no-shows for everyone to get in.

Local Event: The EXTRAORDINARY CATERPILLAR Special Screening & Panel Discussion | FREE!

The EXTRAORDINARY CATERPILLAR Special Screening...

Climate Action NOW Monthly Film Festival is thrilled to present our monthly film screenings that will help us navigate through...

The EXTRAORDINARY CATERPILLAR Special Screening & Panel Discussion | FREE!

Community Movie Night @ Fairfax Baptist ChurchGather for a family friendly movie! Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets! Call 703-273-1820 for more info.

Local Event: Community Movie Night

Community Movie Night

Community Movie Night @ Fairfax Baptist ChurchGather for a family friendly movie! Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and...

A party on the Plaza? Groundbreaking.
Join us on May 2 from 5-8pm on the Plaza at Fairfax Corner for The Runway Social! Celebrate the Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere by bringing out your over-the-top, high-fashion, or uniquely you looks that never have the right occasion at our Nowhere to Wear It Party.
Celebrate fashion, self-expression, and fun on the Plaza with activations worthy of Miranda Priestly herself!
🎨 Get matched to your perfect palette at a free&nbsp;Express Color Analysis station
🧑‍🎨 Takeaway a Live Fashion Sketch to savor your curated outfit long after the night ends
📸 Pose at our Pop-Up Photo Studio
🍹 Enjoy a themed refreshment and DJ Tunes
🎟️ Enter onsite giveaways for movie tickets and gift cards
Activations available while supplies and availability last.&nbsp;

Local Event: The Runway Social at Fairfax Corner

The Runway Social at Fairfax Corner

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