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Enroll your child in an immersive experience led by former CIA officers where campers become intelligence analysts on dangerous missions. Participants will engage in realistic training, special forces-style teamwork, and master social elicitation tactics like body language reading and cover personas. Choose from full-day or half-day options for this high-stakes, secret mission adventure.

Local Event: Spy Kids Summer Day Camp

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Virginia

Spy Kids Summer Day Camp

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Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field Complex (250 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville). The festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m., inviting guests to gather with family and friends for an afternoon and evening of local wine, beer, food, live music, art, and more.
This year’s event will showcase 40 vendors, including wineries, breweries, food and snack vendors, and local exhibitors. Enjoy live music performances by the Rick Reaves Band, The Darby Brothers, and the Franklin Park Big Band. The “Arts in the Garden” section, hosted by the Purcellville Arts Council, will highlight local artists who will create works of art live on-site. Additional activities include face painting and a photo stand-in booth. 
Early bird ticket pricing is available through 5 p.m. on July 17: 
• Early bird admission (ages 17 and over): $5 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink tickets (6 oz wine or 12 oz beer): $8.50 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink ticket package: 4 tickets for $32 (+ tax) 
• Early bird bottle of wine purchase: $35 (+ tax), available from participating wineries (bottles must be consumed on-site)
A souvenir glass will be provided with the purchase of the first drink ticket. Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance. 
The popular VIP experience returns for $275 (+ tax) and includes admission for six, a reserved table for six, three bottles of local wine, six souvenir glasses, six drink tickets, early entry to the festival, special commemorative gifts, and a selection of sweets and savories for the table. 
Tickets and VIP tables are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>. Guests are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore local lodging and attractions. Check the Accommodations page of the festival website, as well as the Visit Loudoun website, for more information.
 The Purcellville Wine and Food Festival is hosted by Purcellville Parks and Recreation and Loudoun Brewing Company, with support from Visit Loudoun, Renewal by Andersen, Harris Teeter, Prince William Home Improvement, truHealthNow, Valley Energy, Loudoun Brewing Company, Bush Tabernacle, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. Sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>

Local Event: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

Loudoun County

Leesburg

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The Casey Samson Team - New Vienna Home for Sale

Come check out our latest listing, 1114 Ware Street SW in Vienna! Open House Saturday, June 27, from 12-2 pm! Exceptional luxury custom home in the highly sought-after Vienna Woods community. Built in 2023 and situated on a quiet 0.29-acre lot, this Craftsman-style residence offers 4,844 square feet of beautifully designed living space with 7 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The open-concept interior features soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, designer lighting, and seamless flow between the dining and family rooms, creating an ideal environment for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with premium cabinetry, high-end appliances, a large center island, double sinks, and a breakfast area with direct access to the backyard. A main-level bedroom with an en-suite bath provides flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, the luxurious owner's suite boasts dual walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bath with double vanities, a soaking tub, and a custom-tiled walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a Jack-and-Jill bath, complete the upper level. The finished lower level offers a spacious recreation area, bedroom/gym, bonus room, and an additional en-suite bedroom. Outdoor living is a true highlight, featuring a swimming pool with a retractable cover for year-round enjoyment, a pool house with a recreation area, kitchenette, and full bath, plus a surrounding patio and fenced backyard. With charming curb appeal, a covered front porch, and a two-car garage, this home is ideally located near Southside Park, Yeonas Park, downtown Vienna, the W&amp;OD Trail, Tysons Corner, Metro access, and within the top-rated Madison High School pyramid. For a private showing when we go active contact Morgan Samson at 703-609-1745 or Colby Smyth at 703-597-2428.

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Green Hedges School is an independent Montessori Ages 2-5 and Preparatory Grades 1-8 school located in Vienna, Virginia. Rooted in a deep respect for each child’s individuality, Green Hedges offers a thoughtfully prepared learning environment where curiosity is nurtured, confidence is built, and no child slips through the cracks. With small class sizes and a close-knit community, students are truly known by their teachers and supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The school emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning that encourages independence, critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning. From creative arts and outdoor exploration to science, technology, and project-based academics, students are invited to wonder, explore, and grow. Green Hedges values strong partnerships with families and believes education is most powerful when school and home work closely together. Guided by a mission of respect, responsibility, and joyful discovery, Green Hedges prepares students not only for academic success, but for meaningful, engaged lives. Join us and watch your child Grow at Green Hedges School today!

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Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through my small business, Rogers Resolution Services, I offer mediation and conflict-resolution support tailored to your unique needs and help guide people through difficult conversations. I work primarily with co-parents, partners, relatives, roommates, and teams who need help talking through decisions, routines, boundaries, or recurring disagreements. I also support workplaces and community groups facing communication challenges or breakdowns. My role is neutral. I don’t give legal advice or take sides. I facilitate conversations, de-escalate tense situations, and help people reach practical and maintainable agreements they can feel comfortable with. Services include: • Family, community, and workplace mediation • Co-parenting communication planning • Conflict coaching (one-on-one support) • Group and organizational facilitation • Workplace and team communication support Please feel free to reach out if you or a neighbor need help with repairing communication, setting boundaries, and/or creating a healthier dynamic at home or at work. Thank you for reading, and I look forward to helping you!

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At Neutral Ground Counseling Group in Fairfax City, we provide high-quality, affordable mental health services for individuals, couples, teens, families, and groups. With multiple fee options starting at $50 per session and in-network coverage with TRICARE East, Aetna, Anthem BCBS, and Carelon, we make therapy accessible without compromising quality. Our clinicians support clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, life transitions, neurodivergence (including ADHD and Autism Spectrum concerns), relationship difficulties, identity exploration, substance-use challenges, and other mental health struggles. We are deeply committed to serving military service members, veterans, and their families, offering care that honors the unique stressors of deployment, reintegration, relocation, and family adjustment. We also specialize in LGBTQIA2+ affirming therapy, providing a safe space for gender-diverse individuals and those navigating identity, transition, or relationship concerns. Our practice offers individual and couples therapy as well as group programs, including domestic-violence recovery groups and mindfulness-based, acceptance-focused programs such as EMAP. Clients can access therapy in person in Fairfax or online throughout Virginia, Washington, DC, and Colorado. Our team includes licensed clinicians and Residents-in-Counseling under expert supervision, allowing us to offer a wide range of specialties and price points to meet diverse needs. Neutral Ground Counseling Group is a welcoming and inclusive practice where your story is heard, your strengths are honored, and your path forward is supported. Reach out today—affordable, compassionate care is available.

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R2 Advisors | Strategic Financial Advisory · Tysons VA

R2 Advisors

R2 Advisors is a CPA and strategic financial advisory firm based in Tysons, Virginia. We help organizations build financial systems leadership can trust — aligning accounting, reporting, tax, and operational workflows so decisions can be made clearly, even as complexity grows. Led by experienced CPAs and CFO-level advisors, R2 Advisors works with businesses, nonprofit leaders, and executive teams across the Washington DC metro area and nationwide. Our services include strategic CFO advisory, accounting and client advisory services (CAS), tax strategy, financial systems and automation, and risk and governance. What makes R2 different: we don't treat accounting, tax, and advisory as separate functions. Every engagement is built on one integrated structure — so reporting stays consistent, leadership gets reliable numbers, and nothing conflicts across areas. R2 Advisors serves organizations navigating growth, operational complexity, and leadership transitions — from multi-location operations and compliance-heavy environments to service-based businesses and project-driven firms. Industries served include government contracting, healthcare, professional services, nonprofits, technology, and capital markets. 1775 Tysons Blvd, Office 4162, McLean, VA 22102 r2.cpa | (571) 766-6727

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Word on the vine is… Grapevine Vows is the first of its kind—turning wedding venue shopping into a fun, guided vineyard tour. Join us for a day of wine tastings, stunning views, and stress-free venue visits across multiple wineries. Why juggle endless calls and scattered site tours when you can sip, stroll, and explore your dream venues all in one unforgettable day? 🍷 Perfect for engaged couples (bring your fiancé, your parents, or your wedding party!) 📍 Tours feature some of the region’s most beautiful wineries ✨ Save time, money, and stress—while actually enjoying the process Learn more and join the experience today. Tours on most weekends and fill up fast!

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The Brooksfield School

﻿Brooksfield School is a private school in McLean, Virginia, that offers a unique Montessori experience cultivating a love for learning that fosters lifelong friendships between children, families, teachers, and the community. We are dedicated to providing a loving, stimulating, and creative environment with a focus on the arts and nature. We offer: Toddler Care, Day Care and Pre-K, Kindergarten, Dragonfly Club (extended day), Before/After Care for FCPS, and Summer Camp Schedule a tour to visit our gorgeous campus and meet our dedicated team of educators and administrators. 2-6 year olds. FCPS is for 5 to 10 year olds.

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