Lorton Patch Welcomes Gymboree Play & Music

Welcome to Gymboree Play & Music

Second Annual Workhouse Gala

An evening you won’t want to miss! On Saturday, October 20, 2012 the Workhouse Arts Center will host the 2nd Annual Workhouse Arts Gala.

Lorton Rainfall Sept. 17-23: Halfway Through Hurricane Season

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

This Week at the Smart Markets Lorton Farmers' Market

Lots of apples this week, and be sure to try the great milk, yogurt and ice cream at Trickling Springs.

New Trail Opening at Mason Neck State Park!

Bring your hiking boots and adventurous spirit with you to Mason Neck State Park on September 29th for the grand opening of our new Meadow View Trail.

This Week at the Workhouse

Last Thursday, the Workhouse Arts Center honored the McGuireWoods law firm for their pro bono service to the Workhouse by naming the beautiful upstairs gallery in building W-16 in honor of the firm.

Lorton Rainfall Sept. 10-16; Summer's End

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

The Mark of Zorro: BRANDED Gets an F

What in the world did I just watch?

Mushroom Madness at Mason Neck State Park!

Mushrooms hunting is a great way to get outside and really experience nature. Now's the time to get outside and see the last of this summer's gems in the forest.

This Week at the Smart Markets Lorton Farmers' Market

Join us this week for a cooking and nutrition demo about super foods from our own in-house nutrition coach. Sample some delicious gazpacho!

Ballroom Social Dance is back at the Workhouse!

Looking for a fun and entertaining evening with your spouse, significant other or best friend?

Lorton Rainfall Sep 3 - 9, 2012; Upcoming National Weather Service Open House

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

This Week at the Smart Markets Lorton Farmers' Market

Silverbrook Nursery and Landscaping will start joining us this week to answer your lawn and garden questions.

Calling All Green Thumbs for the National Day of Service!

Volunteers needed to help plant a native wildlife garden at Mason Neck State Park on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, National Day of Service.

Fall in Love with the Arts

Here at the Workhouse Arts Center we just getting started with fall and we have much to look forward to.

Lorton Rainfall Aug. 27 - Sep. 2: Get Ready For A Wet Week Ahead!

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

"Lawless" Gets a B-

Its a miracle! Shia Labeouf isn't annoying for once.

This Week at the Smart Markets Lorton Farmers' Market

Kylie’s Pop Shop will join us this week with cake pops for the child in all of us.

Reflections on the End of Summer at the Workhouse

Now that the nights are starting to get crisper and the kids are looking forward (or not) to school starting next week, we know that the summer of 2012 has ended.

Still Got Olympic FEVER?

Last week of Olympic Art Exhibition Studio 4 - MG Stout and short mini video!

In Honor & Memory of Gerald "Jerry" Lyons

In Honor & Memory of Gerald "Jerry" Lyons

Using Language to Help With Transitions

Milestone Speech Therapy, LLC is a pediatric speech therapy practice located in Lorton, VA that provides in-home speech, language and feeding services to children of all ages.

Lorton rainfall Aug 20-26, 2012; Isaac's coming!

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

Which is the Most Dangerous Drug - Alcohol, Tobacco or Marijuana?

Alcohol and tobacco are far more dangerous and addictive than marijuana, so permitting them while prohibiting "pot" does not make sense (and we knew this 40 years ago).

This Week at the Workhouse!

Last chance to catch a great exhibition and enjoy a free summer concert!

LCAC - Tools for School - Supply Drop Off: This Friday - 10 am - Noon

Local children need your help getting ready for school!

Lorton Rainfall Aug. 13-19

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority spending questioned while planning Dulles Toll Road hikes

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) is under scrutiny at a time when the MWAA is planning to increase toll fees for the Dulles Toll Road.

This Week at the Smart Markets Lorton Farmers' Market

We'll be joined by a new vendor of organic produce this week, and Annie Sidley will give you a cooking class.

The Mark of Zorro: SNATCH

I didn't have any specific reason on chosing to review this movie. I just watched and thought that I should. Why not?

This Week at the Workhouse!

Laugh it up at the Workhouse this weekend!

Lorton Rainfall Aug. 6-12: El Niño Watch, Hurricane Season Update, Winter???

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.

Rise in Local Crimes Tell Tale of Economy and Lack of Employment?

Crime - on the rise because of lack of real jobs? Are we now in this depression because of what? My thoughts out loud.

July 2012: Hottest on Record in Virginia

How hot was it?

This Week at the Smart Markets Lorton Farmers' Market

It's almost a full house of vendors this week, so come by for great fall produce, Divine Wood-Fired Pizza, and more.

Conversations with Health

Food is indeed the critical element in both sustaining our energy and maintaining a clean and ongoing awareness throughout the day.

LCAC's Back-to-School Drive for 2012

Want to help a local child be prepared for the upcoming school year? Consider donating supplies to LCAC and/or volunteering your time.

This Week at the Workhouse!

Looking for something special this Saturday night?

The Mark of Zorro: Donnie Brasco and AMC's Mob Week

Remember when Johnny Depp played a normal person? Niether did I.

Lorton Rainfall July 30 - Aug 5, 2012

Daily rainfall totals for previous 24 hours measured at 6am from my rain gauge in Lorton.