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Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Art and Cultural Events Abound in Northern Virginia This Spring

With the warm weather making its way back to Northern Virginia, it's time to get out and explore the scenery, the shops and restaurants, and of course, the events!

For the remainder of April, there are dozens of arts and cultural events to attend in NoVA, from art shows to plays to exhibits at local museums. Below are just a few that you can mark on your calendar this month and truly enjoy the culture that the NoVA communities have to offer:

The Rat Pack
April 19-23, 2016
Signature Theatre; Arlington

This group, popular since the 1960's, is making a five-day appearance at the Signature Theatre to perform a collection of both oldies and monologues.

The Flying Dutchman
April 23-24, 2016
George Mason University Center for the Arts; Fairfax

The Virginia Opera will be holding a production of Richard Wagner's 1840 opera about a group of shipwrecked sailors, directed by Francesca Zambello of the Washington National Opera.

To Kill A Mockingbird
April 23-May 14, 2016
The Little Theatre of Alexandria; Alexandria

NoVA residents and visitors alike can revisit this classic tale, as performed by the Little Theatre of Alexandria.

HeART of Reston
Through April 25, 2016
Jo Ann Rose Gallery at Reston Community Center; Reston

This art-centered event will celebrate the League of Reston Artists with over 60 pieces from over 35 regional artists. Held in honor of Robert E. Simon, who established the Reston community in the early '60s, the event will also feature one of the League of Reston Artists' founding members.

Partnerships
Through May 15, 2016
VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital; Alexandria

Artists from Del Ray provide a unique look at the affection that brings humans and animals together in this exhibit. If you're a pet lover, you will appreciate this artistic take.

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Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Your Guide to 2016 Easter Egg Hunts in Northern Virginia and DC

St. Patrick's Day is already just two days away and Easter is steadily moving closer! If you have yet to ink your plans for the upcoming holiday, you will be glad to know Northern Virginia and DC have a myriad of events planned for the local communities!

Egg Hunts, for instance, are on the top of the to-do lists this time of year for NoVA and DC families and as your local real estate expert, I've rounded up a selection to share with you!

Dinosaur Egg Hunt
March 19-20, 2016; 12:15 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:45 PM, 4 PM
Hidden Oaks Nature Center
Annandale VA
Admission $7-$9

Eggnormous Egg Hunt
March 19, 2016; 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Brown's Chapel Park
Reston VA

Herndon Easter Egg Hunt
March 19, 2016; 9:30 AM
Herndon Municipal Center
Herndon VA
Admission $9

Easter Egg Hunt at Ticonderoga Farms
March 20-21, 26-27, April 2-3, 2016; 10 AM to 5 PM
26469 Ticonderoga Rd
Chantilly VA

Bull Run Easter Egg Hunt
March 22, 2016; 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Bull Run Regional Park
Centreville VA
Admission $10 in advance, $12 day of

Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Lee-Fendall House Museum
March 25, 3-4:30 PM, March 26, 10:30 AM-4 PM, March 27, 12:30-4 PM
Alexandria VA
Admission $12, ages 1-10; $5 for older children and adults

Falls Church Easter Egg Hunt
March 26, 2016; 10 AM
Cherry Hill Park
Falls Church VA

Reston Zoo Easter Egg Hunt
March 26-27, 2016; 9 AM to 4 PM
Vienna VA

White House Easter Egg Roll
March 28, 2016; 8 AM to 5 PM
White House Lawn

If you have questions about available properties in the area, buying or selling a home in Northern Virginia, do not hesitate to give me a call! I'd be happy to hear from you!

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