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🌱 Patch AM: Which Herndon spots made the cut for DC Restaurant Week?

Coming up on the Herndon Patch calendar: Open House at Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation (NVHC)

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Greetings Herndon! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Herndon spots made the cut for DC Restaurant Week?

Also on today's calendar: Open House at Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation (NVHC) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 83 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 56.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 81 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• DC Restaurant Week Summer 2026: Tysons & Reston Area Participating Restaurants (tysonstoday.com) — Herndon diners can take advantage of DC Restaurant Week from August 24–30, with at least two participating spots on Franklin Farm Road and Elden Street offering $25 lunch deals and optional drink pairings. The broader list also highlights many nearby options in Reston, Tysons, Fairfax, and other Northern Virginia communities if you're up for a short drive.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hello neighbors, does this kitty look familiar?
    Found at the intersection of Builders and Fantasia drive Herndon Va. Very friendly. Being kept inside tonight and taken to the vets to be scanned in… (Nextdoor Hiddenbrook)
  • Does anyone know who this beautiful cat belongs to?
    Currently at the corner of Builders & Fantasia Dr. super friendly. (Nextdoor Kingston Chase)
  • Public Storage posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Herndon. Apply here.
  • Hersha Hospitality Management posted a job opening for Room Attendant - Housekeeper in Reston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Herndon here.

🗞 Nearby News

Reston

  • End Summer With Music, Science And Family Fun At Reston KidsFest (patch.com)
  • Clyde's new Reston restaurant, Ebbitt House, on track for October opening (ffxnow.com)
  • Fairfax Revises Tree Commission Plan Before Tuesday's Hearing (patch.com)

Great Falls

  • Celebrate America's Story in the National Capital Area During National Park Week, August 22-30 (nps.gov)

Ok Herndon! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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