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🌱 Patch AM: Who’s showcasing autumn’s colors at McLean Art Gallery this month?

And check out 82nd Waterford Fair on the McLean Patch calendar

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Hello McLean! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Who's showcasing autumn's colors at McLean Art Gallery this month?
  • Which McLean Community Center events are worth circling this October?
  • Which of these five big weekend events will you hit first?

Also on today's calendar: 82nd Waterford Fair and 21 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Warm; an afternoon shower, temps: high: 89, low: 59.
  • Saturday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 72 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 'FALL into COLOR' Show Opening Reception (ffxnow.com) — Local art lovers in McLean can enjoy the "FALL into COLOR!" exhibition at McLean Art Gallery all month, with works inspired by autumn's light and color. The free opening reception on Friday, Oct. 2, offers a chance to meet artists, hear live music, and enjoy wine and refreshments at the Chesterbrook Shopping Center location.
   

2. McLean Community Center's Calendar of Events for October 2026 (tysonstoday.com) — McLean residents get a full month of nearby activities in October, from Ballet Hispánico and "The Addams Family" at the Alden Theatre to McLean Artfest, the McLean 5K, and family-friendly Halloween events at the Old Firehouse Center. The McLean Community Center also offers game nights, Mah-Jongg, a performing arts scholarship deadline, and a key governing board budget meeting.
   

3. Top 5 Things To Do This Weekend October 2 (tysonstoday.com) — Your weekend is packed with local options, including Sunday's free McLean Artfest at McLean Central Park, featuring juried artists, kids' activities, food trucks, and live music. You can also head to Centreville's fall festival, Vienna Oktoberfest, Fiesta Fairfax, or a Jeff Goldblum performance in Fairfax, all happening Friday through Sunday around McLean.
   

4. College Student From McLean Survives 8-Story Fall While Dancing On Sofa: Reports (dailyvoice.com) — A McLean native and 2023 McLean High School graduate survived an eight-story fall from a Georgia apartment building while dancing on a sofa, according to reports. The story highlights her recovery, strong academic record, internship with Capital One in McLean, and longtime involvement with the McLean Swim and Tennis Association, underscoring local ties to her promising future.
   

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Ok McLean! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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