Occoquan Regional Park

The George M. Hampton Foundation is proudly presenting this year's Gene Montague Memorial 5K. The fun run/walk will be from 8:30 am - 10:30 am at Occoquan Park in Lorton. Funds raised will go toward the Foundation's scholarships for local high school seniors, support of mentoring programs (Omega U) and for fundraising support to health initiatives, such as the American Diabetes Association's Step Out. Registration is $45 up to August 29th and a race shirt is included. Registrations after August 29th are $50 and a race shirt IS NOT guaranteed. Come out and have a great time in support of a great foundation and a worthy cause!

Local Event: 9th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K

Prince William County

Dale City

Virginia

9th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K

The George M. Hampton Foundation is proudly presenting this year's Gene Montague Memorial 5K. The fun run/walk will be from...

Soroptimist International of Woodbridge, VA

Soroptimist International of Woodbridge, VA is offering awards to empower women who are primary wage-earners for their families. If you are enrolled in or accepted into a vocational, skills training, or undergraduate degree program, apply now to help reach your educational goals.

Local Event: Live Your Dream: Education & Training Awards For Women

Cherry Hill

Live Your Dream: Education & Training Awards...

Soroptimist International of Woodbridge, VA is offering awards to empower women who are primary wage-earners for their...

Live Your Dream: Education & Training Awards For Women

Tall Oaks

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where all ages are welcome to trade! Bring your squishies or fidgets for speed trading sessions, visit the make-your-own trading mat station, or shop for new additions to your collection. Admission and parking are free, with a $25 fee to participate in speed trading.
Event Details: Facebook @surprizeprize

Local Event: Squishy & Fidget Speed Trading Event

Lake Ridge-Occoquan

Squishy & Fidget Speed Trading Event

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where all ages are welcome to trade! Bring your squishies or fidgets for speed trading...

Don't miss the last Fridays at 5 concert of the year! Bring your family and friends, and kick off the weekend with great live music, good company, and a fun community atmosphere.
Diamond Alley delivers a powerhouse mix of funk, soul, pop and rock favorites, crowd-pleasing dance hits, and high-energy live performances that keep audiences engaged from the first song to the encore. The music doesn't stop there, we also have DJ Moe Vibes to keep you entertained.
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Local Event: Fridays at 5 Free Concert Series

Woodbridge

Fridays at 5 Free Concert Series

Don't miss the last Fridays at 5 concert of the year! Bring your family and friends, and kick off the weekend with great live...

Save the date (September 26, 2026, from 10 AM to 12 PM) for our Fall Shredding Event. Please pass the word around to your family, friends, parishioners and neighbors. If they have been house cleaning during the last several months now is the time to get rid of all those old papers, tax records, business files, bills, and old personal items.&nbsp;<table><tbody><tr><td>YES</td><td>NO</td></tr><tr><td>Old Documents</td><td>Newspapers</td></tr><tr><td>Cancelled Checks</td><td>Magazines</td></tr><tr><td>Paper</td><td>Cardboard</td></tr><tr><td>Manila Folders</td><td>Heavy Metal Objects</td></tr><tr><td>Windowed Envelopes</td><td>3-ring Binders</td></tr><tr><td>Tax documents/receipts</td><td>Hard Drives/Discs/Tapes</td></tr></tbody></table>
We are partnering with the Marian Foundation which provides Housing for the Intellectually Disabled. This will be a Drive and Drop Operation, so people do not have to exit the car. However, donors who may be concerned about document security are invited to watch their documents being shredded using a closed circuit television built into the side of the shredding truck. This is a free shredding event, and we are only asking for a Donation. The shredding truck will be located in the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parking lot at 12809 Valleywood Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192. Thank you for your support.

Reserve la fecha (26 de septiembre de 2026, de 10 a. m. a 12 p. m.) para nuestro evento de trituración de otoño. Necesitamos que corra la voz entre sus familiares, amigos, feligreses y vecinos. Si han estado limpiando la casa durante los últimos meses, ahora es el momento de deshacerse de todos esos papeles viejos, registros de impuestos, archivos comerciales, facturas y artículos personales viejos. 
<table><tbody><tr><td>SI</td><td>NO</td></tr><tr><td>Documentos antiguos</td><td>Periódicos</td></tr><tr><td>Cheques cancelados</td><td>Revistas</td></tr><tr><td>Papel</td><td>Cartón</td></tr><tr><td>Carpetas manila</td><td>Objetos de metal pesado</td></tr><tr><td>Sobres con ventana</td><td>Libreta de tres anillos</td></tr><tr><td>Documentos/recibos de impuestos</td><td>Discos duros/discos/cintas</td></tr></tbody></table>
Nos estamos asociando con la Fundación Marian, que brinda viviendas para personas con discapacidad intelectual. Esta será una operación de Drive and Drop para que las personas no tengan que salir del automóvil. Se invita a los donantes que puedan estar preocupados por la seguridad de los documentos a ver cómo se destruyen sus documentos utilizando un circuito cerrado de televisión integrado en el lateral del camión de destrucción. Esta es una trituración gratuita y solo estamos pidiendo una donación. El camión triturador estará ubicado en el estacionamiento de St. Elizabeth Ann Seton en 12809 Valleywood Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22192. Gracias por su apoyo.

Local Event: Knights of Columbus Contact Free Shredding

Knights of Columbus Contact Free Shredding

Save the date (September 26, 2026, from 10 AM to 12 PM) for our Fall Shredding Event. Please pass the word around to your...

Mill Street Draft Garden

Experience a maker, creator, and shopper paradise at the 2026 Fall Arts &amp; Crafts Show featuring the work of hundreds of talented artisans and live demonstrations. Enjoy fresh local brews and live music at the Mill Street Draft Garden, explore immersive experiences in the new Art Park, and bring the family to Imagination Alley for arts and crafts.

Local Event: Occoquan's Autumn Extravaganza

Occoquan's Autumn Extravaganza

Experience a maker, creator, and shopper paradise at the 2026 Fall Arts & Crafts Show featuring the work of hundreds of...

G34.3 Brewing Company

Prost, friends! Join us at G34.3 Brewing Co. for a full day of fall celebration at our annual Oktoberfest Party
Prost, friends!Join us at G34.3 Brewing Co. for a full day of fall celebration at our annual Oktoberfest Partyhappening Saturday, September 26th from 12 PM to 9 PM in Lorton, VA.
We're bringing the Bavarian vibes with:
🍺 Lenticular Lager 1553 – our fan-favorite Märzen-style beer🥨 Food by The Alpine Chef – bratwursts, pretzels &amp; more🎶 Live Oompah Band – classic tunes, festive dancing, and full stein energy🎟️ General Admission is Free – just show up and celebrate🍽️ VIP Ticket: $34.99 – includes a full Bavarian meal from The Alpine Chef (limited availability!). For evening fare, be sure to add on the Döner Kebab for just $9.99! It's the exact same taste as the great ones you find in Berlin!
Get your lederhosen ready and your appetite primed—we’re going full Gemütlichkeit.

Local Event: Oktoberfest 2026!

Fairfax County

Lorton

Oktoberfest 2026!

Prost, friends! Join us at G34.3 Brewing Co. for a full day of fall celebration at our annual Oktoberfest Party
Prost,...

Saturday, October 3rd | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mark your calendars — Fall Festival is back!
Give your kids the kind of afternoon you remember having — no cellphones, no Switches, just hands-on fun. This year's festival features:
Slime Station — mix, stretch, and take some home Fairy Tinsel Hair Station — sparkly hair extensions for the fairy-obsessed Pumpkin Decoration Station — no carving required, just creativity Crafts &amp; Games — hands-on activities for all ages Food Vendors — grab a bite while you're here
Featuring Barktoberfest This year, we're partnering with [County Name] to bring Barktoberfest alongside Fall Festival — so bring the whole family, four-legged members included.
Whether your kids are into slime, sparkles, pumpkins, or just running around with other kids for a couple hours, there's something for them here. Come create, play, and make some fall memories.
Location: Tackett's Mill Shopping Center Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Admission: FREE

Local Event: Fall Festival 

Fall Festival 

Saturday, October 3rd | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mark your calendars — Fall Festival is back!
Give your kids the kind of afternoon you...

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

Fairfax Station

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!...

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Laurel Hill

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We Sell & Rent Mobility Equipment and Bath Safety Products.

EZ Mobility Company

The EZ Mobility Company sells, rents, and delivers trusted mobility equipment and bathroom safety products to support the comfort, dignity, safety, and independence of mobility challenged individuals. Serving Springfield, VA and the surrounding Northern Virginia areas. We're in the heart of Springfield, right behind the Shell Gas Station on Backlick Rd, across the street from the Outback Steakhouse! Come see our showroom! We Sell and Rent •	Manual Wheelchairs •	Power Wheelchairs •	Mobility Scooters •	Electric Hospital Beds •	Lift Recliner Chairs •	Walkers and Rollators •	Crutches and Canes •	Bathroom Safety Products About Us •	We service Individuals, Hospitals, Nursing Homes and More. •	We Service Springfield and surrounding areas •	We offer Weekend and Same-Day Delivery •	We offer a Rent-To-Own Option Address: 7011 Calamo St. #103. Springfield, VA. 22150 Phone: (703) 436-8883 Email: info@ezmobilityco.com Website: www.ezmobilityco.com Showroom Hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm Closed On Sundays and Holidays Online and Phone Hours: 10am - 7pm Daily

Springfield

The EZ Mobility Company sells, rents, and delivers trusted mobility equipment and bathroom safety products to support the comfort, dignity, safety,...

$115 Off Any Plumbing Service - AllTech Services

Hidden leaks, clogged drains, and aging pipes don't wait — and neither do we. Whether it's a backed-up sewer line, a failing water heater, or a dripping faucet that won't quit, AllTech Services is ready with same-day plumbing solutions to protect your home and your wallet. With over 20 years serving Northern Virginia, our licensed, insured, and background-checked plumbers deliver fast, honest, and reliable service every time. We treat your home like our own.

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9th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K

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Occoquan Regional Park, 9751 Ox Rd, Lorton, VA

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Friday, September 25

Fridays at 5 Free Concert Series

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