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<h1>Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary</h1>
ALEXANDRIA, VA — One of the DMV's most anticipated cultural celebrations is marking a major milestone this summer. The 10th Annual Around The World Cultural Food Festival returns to Oronoco Bay Park on Saturday, August 29, inviting the community to experience a day of authentic global cuisine, live entertainment, and cultural discovery.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the festival transforms Alexandria's waterfront into an international destination where visitors can explore the flavors, music, traditions, and artistry of cultures from around the world. From sizzling street food and family recipes passed down through generations to vibrant cultural performances and handcrafted goods, the festival offers an immersive experience for all ages.
Guests can enjoy authentic cuisine representing countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East while watching traditional dance performances, shopping from international artisans and local small businesses, and enjoying activities for the whole family. Whether you're discovering a new favorite dish, celebrating your heritage, or exploring a new culture, there's something for everyone.
<h3>Event Details</h3>
<ul><li>🌍 Event: 10th Annual Around The World Cultural Food Festival</li><li>📅 Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026</li><li>🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM</li><li>📍 Location: Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison Street, Alexandria, VA 22314</li><li>🎟️ Admission: FREE</li><li>🍽️ Enjoy: Authentic international cuisine, live cultural performances, artisan vendors, global shopping, and family-friendly activities.</li></ul>
Come celebrate 10 years of bringing the world together—one culture, one community, and one delicious bite at a time.
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Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
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Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary

Arlington Moose Lodge #1315

First annual BBQ competition featuring pork butt, ribs, and brisket.&nbsp;&nbsp; Proceeds benefit Annandale High School Food Pantry, Veterans Moving Forward, and Moose Charities.&nbsp; Admission: Adults $13, kids under 10 $10. Save $3 by donating to the Annandale High School Food Pantry (cleaning supplies especially needed).&nbsp;&nbsp; Silent auction features items like Nationals tickets, with all proceeds going to charity.&nbsp;&nbsp;Horseshoe tournament at 1 PM ($5 entry fee, winner takes all). Family fun includes a kids' bouncy house, a DJ, and local vendors.&nbsp; Admission includes free competitor tastings for the People’s Choice competition. Vote for your favorite!&nbsp;&nbsp; Featured Judges: Chris Bassett: Chef, TV personality (Real Housewives of Potomac), restaurant manager (Blackwall Hitch, The Farmhouse), and former co-owner of Myron Mixon’s Pitmaster BBQ. Reggie Evans: Former Washington Redskins running back (1982 championship season), Richmond Spiders alumnus, Reston Seahawks youth coach, and Loudoun County FCA board chairman.&nbsp;• Rock Harper: Chef, restaurateur, Hell’s Kitchen Season 3 winner, Alexandria native, and owner of Queen Mother’s (Arlington) and Hush Harbor (Washington, D.C.).&nbsp; Virgil "Papa Smurf" Seay: Former Washington Redskins wide receiver (1981–1984) and Super Bowl XVII champion.

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FAIRFAX, VA — The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area is sponsoring a special televised “Know Before You Vote: Virginia Constitutional Amendments” program on Monday, August 31, 2026, from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m., on&nbsp;Fairfax Public Access, Channel 10. Virginia voters are invited to watch, learn about the proposed amendments, and be informed before casting a ballot on November 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Watch live on Fairfax Public Access, Channel 10 and or by live-streaming on YouTube through Inside Scoop.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/InsideScoopTVShow" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Inside Scoop TV Show - YouTube</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The one-hour program will provide factual, nonpartisan information about the three proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution appearing on the November 3, 2026 General and Special Elections ballot.
The program will feature three 15-minute segments:
Question 1:&nbsp;Right to Reproductive Freedom Question 2:&nbsp;Marriage Equality Question 3:&nbsp;Voting Rights&nbsp;
For each amendment, the official ballot question will be presented, followed by a discussion of what Virginia law currently provides, what would change if the amendment is approved, what the amendment does not change, and the practical impact on Virginia citizens.
The program is presented solely for voter education and does not advocate for or against any of the proposed constitutional amendments.


Co-sponsors:&nbsp;&nbsp;Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Lambda Kappa Omega Chapter; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ® Alpha Beta Alpha Omega Chapter;&nbsp;American Association of University Women (AAUW) of Virginia; Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.;&nbsp;Bernie L. Bates Foundation, Inc.;&nbsp;Fairfax County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.;&nbsp;Fairfax County NAACP; Iota Epsilon Sigma Chapter Northern VA of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.;&nbsp;National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – Northern Virginia Chapter;&nbsp;Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce;&nbsp;REV UP Virginia;&nbsp;Sully District Council of Citizens Associations; and&nbsp;The Arc of Northern Virginia
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Sept. 3 – Oct. 28Arlington, VA – More than 40 Arlington-based artists will present work in “Off the Grid,” an exhibition at Marymount University’s Barry Gallery from Sept. 3 to Oct. 28. The show is organized to coincide with the ninth annual <a href="https://arlingtonartstudiotour.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Arlington Visual Art Studio Tour</a> (Sept. 26 – 27).
Responding to the grid as it relates to geography, art history, travel, and other forms of connection, this thematic presentation will highlight the area’s creativity and will encourage local audiences to explore Arlington’s art scene. An artists’ talk will take place at the Barry Gallery on Oct. 14 (5 – 7 pm).
Visitors can view and purchase works in a variety of media. Arlington artists are known for painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, papercutting, letterpress, and jewelry. Like the tour, this exhibition is foremost a community-building event that encourages visitors to discover and appreciate the artists in their neighborhood.
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<a href="https://marymount.edu/academics/college-of-business-innovation-leadership-and-technology/school-of-design-and-art/the-barry-gallery/#gsc.tab=0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Barry Gallery</a>, Marymount University
Barry Gallery is located on the Main Campus of Marymount University, in the Reinsch Library Building near 26th Street.
2807 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207
Gallery Hours: Open Fri. and Sat. 10 am – 6 pm, Mon. – Thurs. 10 am – 8 pm. 
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Holy Transfiguration Church Welcomes Labor Day Weekend&nbsp;with 33rd Annual Middle Eastern Food Festival

Get Ready for a Flavor-Packed Weekend of Festivities!
McLean, Va., 
-- Prepare for a dazzling celebration of culture, cuisine, and community at one of Northern Virginia’s most beloved traditions! On September 5 and 6, Holy Transfiguration Melkite Greek-Catholic Church will transform its grounds at 8501 Lewinsville Road into a vibrant tapestry of sights, sounds, and smells for the 33rd Annual Middle Eastern Food Festival.
What’s Waiting for You?
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 <li>Grilled Shish Kebob alongside oven‑baked Kibbeh, slow‑roasted lamb, crispy Falafel, and other festival favorites, such as Stuffed Grape Leaves, Shawarma, Mnazeleh, Tabouleh and Hummus.</li>
 <li>Tables overflowing with decadent pastries like Baklawa, Maamoul and Ghraybeh.</li>
 <li>Atayef
 and Knafeh – two specialty desserts – one a pancake-like pastry filled with pistachios and drizzled with rose-water syrup; another a warm, syrup‑soaked cheese pastry crowned with pistachios.</li>
 <li>Live Arabic music, joyful dancing, and a chance to join the Dabke, a high-energy folk line dance.</li>
 <li>Fun for the whole family with two moon bounces, giant slide, face painting, petting zoo, and games galore.</li>
 <li>Browse vendor booths, explore church tours, bid on silent auction items, and soak in the famous hospitality.</li>
</ul>
Don’t Miss the “Hafli” – a high-spirited Arabic celebration with live music – at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.This lively outdoor party invites everyone to dance under the stars. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just learning the steps for the first time, you’ll be swept up in the fun! 
Festival Hours
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 <li>Saturday, September 5: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.</li>
 <li>Sunday, September 6: 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.</li>
</ul>
Rain or shine, the celebration goes on! Admission and parking are free.Details, menus, and online ordering can be accessed at <a href="https://www.MiddleEasternFoodFestival.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.MiddleEasternFoodFestival.com</a>.
Holy Transfiguration is a proud parish of the Melkite Eparchy of Newton, embracing the rich Byzantine tradition rooted in the Middle East. 
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Mark your calendars! The George Mason Friends Fall Book Sale is just around the corner. The Friends will host the book sale at George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale. 
A Preview sale, $20 per adult, will be held on Wednesday evening, Sep 23 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
The General, free, 4-day sale, will run from Thursday, Sep 24 thru Sunday, Sep 27, from 10:00 am – 5:30 pm daily. 
A great selection of high-quality used books, CDs, and DVDs in various categories for all ages and interests will be available. Come early for the best selection, then back on Sunday for half-price bargains. Visit our website at georgemasonfriends.blogspot.com.
Proceeds support the Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Program, Library Foundation Scholarships, Fall for the Book Festival, and library programs and equipment for the George Mason Regional Library.
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