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Thinking about your next career move? Explore graduate programs near D.C.

Published July 2, 2026 at 10:45AM

Advance Your Career. Explore Graduate Programs Near D.C.

Are you looking to make a real impact in government or public service? Advanced education can be the key, and it’s closer than you think.

The Schar School offers master’s degrees and graduate certificates designed to help students build expertise, advance their careers, and make an impact in their communities and professions. Located just minutes from Washington, D.C., the Schar School combines rigorous academics with access to the institutions, organizations, and networks shaping policy and public service today.

Students benefit from:

• Renowned faculty with academic and real-world experience
• Hands-on learning through applied research and policy simulations
• Connections to government, nonprofit, and private-sector organizations
• Access to one of the nation’s most dynamic professional environments

Graduate programs are available in areas including:

• Public Policy
• International Affairs
• Public Administration
• National Security and Defense
• Government and Public Management

Explore programs, connect with admissions, and discover the graduate pathway that’s right for you.

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Listing of the Day: 1114 Ware Street SW

By FFXnow.com

Published June 25, 2026 at 5:45PM

Address: 1114 Ware Street SW
Neighborhood: Vienna Woods
Type: 7 BR, 5 (+1 half) BA single-family detached – 4844 sq. ft.
Open House: Saturday, June 27th, 12-2 pm
Listed: $1,999,999

Noteworthy: Resort-Inspired Custom Home Minutes from Downtown Vienna

Exceptional luxury custom home in the highly sought-after Vienna Woods community. Built in 2023, this stunning Craftsman-style residence sits on a quiet 0.29-acre lot and offers 4,844 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with 7 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms.

The elegant interior features soaring ceilings, hardwood flooring, designer lighting, and an open-concept layout ideal for modern living and entertaining. A spacious dining room flows seamlessly into the family room, while the gourmet chef’s kitchen impresses with premium cabinetry, high-end appliances, a large center island, double sinks, and a bright breakfast area with direct backyard access. A main-level bedroom with an en-suite bath provides flexibility for guests or multi-generational living.

Upstairs, the luxurious owner’s suite offers 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 baths, including a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, complete the upper level. The fully finished lower level adds exceptional versatility with a spacious recreation room, gym/bedroom, bonus room, and an additional bedroom with an en-suite bath. Outdoor living is equally impressive. The private backyard retreat features a swimming pool with a modern retractable cover for year-round enjoyment, a pool house with a recreation area, kitchenette, and full bath, plus a spacious patio and fenced yard. Ideally located near Southside Park, Yeonas Park, downtown Vienna, the W&OD Trail, Tysons Corner, Metro access, and within the highly rated Madison High School pyramid.

Listed by:
Morgan Samson – The Casey Samson Team
morgansamson.cst@gmail.com
(703) 609-1745

The all-new Creekside Village: fresh upgrades, affordable rents, plus one month free!*

Published June 24, 2026 at 10:45AM

Have you checked out Creekside Village Apartments lately? It is time for a fresh look. Under vibrant new management, our Alexandria-area community is undergoing a complete evolution. We are pairing sleek, modern interior updates with the spacious, neighborly atmosphere you want.

Plus, for a limited time, we are offering One Month Free on Select Apartments!*

Whether you are browsing online or actively touring the local market, here is why the newly upgraded Creekside Village belongs at the top of your list.

Sleek Interiors, Completely Refreshed

We are transforming every apartment from top to bottom. Step through the front door to discover premium, high-end details without the luxury price tag:

Gourmet Kitchens: Gorgeous granite countertops matched with premium custom cabinets.
Contemporary Flooring: Stylish, long-lasting wood-style vinyl plank floors spanning all main living areas.
Room to Move: Oversized 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom layouts boasting massive closets.
Dining Areas: Large eat-in kitchens, with select floor plans offering convenient breakfast bars.
Private Fresh Air: Personal balconies or patios available on most homes for your outdoor relaxation.

Exciting Amenity Updates on the Way

The indoor transformations are only the start. Our new management team is heavily investing in the shared spaces to elevate your daily routine:

Unwind: Lounge on the expansive sundeck or cool off in our sparkling swimming pool.
Stay Fit: Break a sweat in the community fitness center, with upgraded workout gear arriving shortly.
Explore: A brand-new community playground is slated for installation soon.
All Pets Allowed: Bring your four-legged roommates along! We are fully pet-friendly and have zero breed restrictions.

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Northern Virginia has a fitness challenge nobody talks about

Published June 23, 2026 at 10:45AM | Updated June 24, 2026 at 9:44AM

After opening Alloy Personal Training locations in Falls Church, Reston, and now in the City of Fairfax, we’ve had the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life.

Teachers. Government employees. Business owners. Parents. Retirees.

And while everyone’s goals are different, we’ve noticed something they all have in common.

They’re busy.

That may not sound groundbreaking, but “Northern Virginia busy” is definitely ‘its own thing.’

People here tend to be ambitious. They have demanding careers. Their calendars are packed. Many spend their days taking care of everyone else before they think about themselves.

The result is that fitness often becomes something people are constantly planning to get back to.

After this project wraps up.

After the kids’ season ends.

After work slows down.

After summer.

After the holidays.

The problem is that life rarely slows down for very long.

We’ve learned that waiting for things to calm down usually doesn’t work, and that’s one of the reasons we opened Alloy.

We wanted to create a place where busy adults could show up, follow a plan designed for them, and get on with their day. For most of our members, that means coming in two or three times a week for about an hour and then getting on with their lives. (more…)

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1st Stage announces their dynamic 2026-2027 season

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Published June 18, 2026 at 10:45AM

The Wait Is Over!
Welcome to 1st Stage’s dynamic 2026-2027 season.
Intimate. Powerful. Authentic. Inclusive. Excellent. 1st Stage Theatre.

From an unexpected elegy of hidden truths from a Nobel Prize-winning playwright, to a look at the stakes of women’s basketball in the Dust Bowl, to a U.S. premiere from the writer of One Man, Two Guvnors – join us for 1st Stage’s upcoming 2026-2027 season.

Individual tickets go on sale later this summer. To learn more about the season and subscription options, visit https://1ststage.org/.

FULL 2026-2027 SEASON:

The Logan Festival of Solo Performance
August 20-30, 2026
This innovative festival, acclaimed in The Washington Post with “three plays prove the power of one,” will gather celebrated solo performers from across the country for two weeks of performances, workshops, discussions, and events. Stay tuned for the announcement of the shows and full schedule!

Betrayal
Written by Harold Pinter
Directed by Alex Levy
October 8-25, 2026

Emma, Robert and Jerry have history. As her marriage to Robert comes to an end, Emma reconnects with Jerry, her former lover—and her husband’s best friend—as the action unspools backward in time in an inventive retelling by the Nobel Prize-winning playwright. At once utterly domestic and dangerous, uncovering hidden truths and revealing how little we know about those we think we know so much about, it’s an “elegy about time and memory (where) the greatest dramatic weight lies in what’s unspoken”- The New York Times (more…)

2026-2027 Season!

Celebrate America 250 at Reston Station: Featuring Bruce In The USA, A Tribute To Bruce Springsteen

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Published June 16, 2026 at 10:45AM

Presented by Comstock

Reston Station is going all out for America’s 250th with a star-spangled celebration you won’t want to miss!

Location
1800 Reston Row Plaza

Date
Thursday, July 2

Schedule of Events

5:30 PM – Event Kickoff
7:20 PM – Live Star-Spangled Banner
7:30 – 9:00 PM – Bruce In The USA (The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band)
9:15 PM – Fireworks (immediately following the concert)

What to Expect
Family-friendly fun all evening long, including:
Live DJ • Splash Pad • Games • Sip-and-Stroll • Food Vendors • Ice Cream • Photo Booth • Live Music & More

Find out what else is happening in Reston Station throughout the celebratory weekend!

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Looking to advance your Career? Explore graduate programs near D.C.

Published June 15, 2026 at 10:45AM

Advance Your Career. Explore Graduate Programs Near D.C.

Are you looking to make a real impact in government or public service? Advanced education can be the key, and it’s closer than you think.

The Schar School offers master’s degrees and graduate certificates designed to help students build expertise, advance their careers, and make an impact in their communities and professions. Located just minutes from Washington, D.C., the Schar School combines rigorous academics with access to the institutions, organizations, and networks shaping policy and public service today.

Students benefit from:

• Renowned faculty with academic and real-world experience
• Hands-on learning through applied research and policy simulations
• Connections to government, nonprofit, and private-sector organizations
• Access to one of the nation’s most dynamic professional environments

Graduate programs are available in areas including:

• Public Policy
• International Affairs
• Public Administration
• National Security and Defense
• Government and Public Management

Explore programs, connect with admissions, and discover the graduate pathway that’s right for you.

Explore Programs

1st Stage extends Paula Vogel’s INDECENT through June 28, by popular demand

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Published June 11, 2026 at 10:45AM

(l-r) Nicole Halmos, Lauren Hart, Ethan J. Miller, Zach Brewster-Geisz, and Ben Ribler in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Nicole Halmos, Lauren Hart, Ethan J. Miller, Zach Brewster-Geisz, and Ben Ribler in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

(l-r) Stephen Russell Murray, Lily Burka, Nicole Halmos, Ethan J. Miller, Ben Ribler, and Zach Brewster-Giesz in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Stephen Russell Murray, Lily Burka, Nicole Halmos, Ethan J. Miller, Ben Ribler, and Zach Brewster-Giesz in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

(l-r) Stephen Russell Murray, Lily Burka, Ethan J. Miller, Nicole Halmos, Zach Brewster-Geisz, Lauren Hart and Ben Ribler in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Stephen Russell Murray, Lily Burka, Ethan J. Miller, Nicole Halmos, Zach Brewster-Geisz, Lauren Hart and Ben Ribler in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

(l-r) Zach Brewster-Geisz, Lauren Hart, Stephen Russell Murray, Ben Ribler, Lily Burka, Nicole Halmos, and Ethan J. Miller in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Zach Brewster-Geisz, Lauren Hart, Stephen Russell Murray, Ben Ribler, Lily Burka, Nicole Halmos, and Ethan J. Miller in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

(l-r) Ben Ribler, Stephen Russell Murray, Lauren Hart, Ethan J. Miller, Nicole Halmos, Lily Burka and Zach Brewster-Geisz in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Ben Ribler, Stephen Russell Murray, Lauren Hart, Ethan J. Miller, Nicole Halmos, Lily Burka and Zach Brewster-Geisz in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

(l-r) Zach Brewster-Geisz, Lily Burka and Nicole Halmos in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Zach Brewster-Geisz, Lily Burka and Nicole Halmos in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

(l-r) Lauren Hart and Lily Burka in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — (l-r) Lauren Hart and Lily Burka in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

Ethan J. Miller in Indecent, June 4 - 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography. — Ethan J. Miller in Indecent, June 4 – 28. Photo by Teresa Castracane Photography.

“…breathtaking…a journey that is both completely unexpected and emotionally nurturing. I cannot recommend this play enough.” -MD Theatre Guide

1st Stage is thrilled to announce Paula Vogel’s Indecent, directed by 1st Stage Artistic Director Alex Levy, has been extended through June 28 after a sold-out opening weekend and a Helen Hayes Recommendation.

From Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel, a deeply moving play inspired by the true events surrounding the controversial 1923 Broadway debut of Sholem Asch’s “God of Vengeance”—a play seen by some as a seminal work of Jewish culture, and by others as an act of traitorous libel. Indecent charts the history of an incendiary drama and the path of the artists who risked their careers and lives to perform it.

Indecent
Written by Paula Vogel
Directed by Alex Levy

Recently Extended! Now through June 28, 2026

Thursdays/Fridays/Saturdays at 7:30pm
Saturdays/Sundays at 2:00pm

1st Stage Theatre
1524 Spring Hill Rd
Tysons, VA 22102

Get Tickets Here!

Opening for Sales Summer 2026 in Downtown Leesburg

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Published June 10, 2026 at 10:45AM | Updated June 10, 2026 at 1:57PM

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Discover Catoctin Walk, a collection of thoughtfully designed homes coming soon to Downtown Leesburg, featuring stylish 2-level townhome-style condominiums from the Low $600s and luxury 4-level rooftop terrace townhomes from the Mid $800s. Explore newly released floorplans, take immersive virtual tours, and envision life just moments from the shops, dining, parks, and charm of Downtown Leesburg.

Explore Floorplans & Virtual Tours Today!

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Rediscover Creekside Village: premium renovated living meets unbeatable value in Alexandria

Published June 9, 2026 at 10:45AM

Think you know Creekside Village Apartments? It is time to look again. Under dynamic new management, this hidden gem in the Alexandria area is undergoing a total transformation, blending stylish modern upgrades with the spacious, community-focused living you deserve.

Whether you are scanning the local housing market or searching for your next home online, here is why the newly reimagined Creekside Village deserves to be at the top of your list.

Modern Interiors, Fully Reimagined

Every single apartment at Creekside Village is receiving top-to-bottom interior renovations. Step inside to find premium finishes typically reserved for luxury price tags:

Chef-Ready Kitchens: Beautiful granite countertops paired with custom cabinetry.
Modern Flooring: Sleek, durable wood-style vinyl plank flooring throughout all living spaces (excluding bathrooms).
Expansive Layouts: Generous 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom floor plans featuring large closets.
Eat-In Spaces: Huge kitchens perfect for dining, with breakfast bars available in select layouts.
Outdoor Living: Private balconies and patios in select homes to relax and enjoy the fresh air.

Community Upgrades on the Horizon

The interior upgrades are just the beginning. The new management team is actively investing in the neighborhood experience with exciting amenity enhancements:

Relax: Dip into the sparkling swimming pool and soak up the sun on the expansive sundeck.
Renew: Stay active in the community fitness center, featuring equipment updates arriving soon.
Play: A brand-new playground is scheduled for installation soon, perfect for outdoor fun.
Pets Welcome: Bring your furry family members! Creekside Village is proudly pet-friendly with no breed restrictions.

Financial Flexibility and Affordable Living

Creekside Village is a dedicated affordable housing community, offering high-quality living tailored to your budget. Renting here means peace of mind, thanks to maximum allowable household income requirements and rents determined based on 60% and 70% of median area household incomes that keep your housing costs predictable.

Additionally, residents can take advantage of flexible rent payments through the Flex Platform, allowing you to split your monthly rent into smaller, budget-friendly payments that align with your unique payday schedule. (more…)

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