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Published April 7, 2026 at 2:45PM

Lake Anne Plaza in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

A Reston-based nonprofit will host a unique block party — billed as the first of its kind in Northern Virginia — at Lake Anne Plaza this weekend to promote inclusion between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The “All Abilities Block Party” will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 11. It will feature a bubble artist, caricaturist, DJ, roaming juggler, glitter tattoos, tent with art on display, a visit from Ms. Wheelchair Virginia, and free food with an RSVP in advance.

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Annual bluebells celebration to take over Riverbend Park in Great Falls

By Angela Woolsey

Published April 2, 2026 at 3:45PM

Bluebell buds have emerged at Great Falls Park (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Cherry blossoms are so last week. In Fairfax County, April is the delicate bluebell’s time to shine.

The wildflower will take center stage at the Fairfax County Park Authority’s Bluebells at the Bend celebration, which is set to return to Riverbend Park (8700 Potomac Hills Street) in Great Falls on Saturday, April 11.

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Fairfax County unveils National Poetry Month events with food, live readings and more

By Jared Serre

Published April 1, 2026 at 3:45PM

Angelique Palmer has been appointed the Fairfax County poet laureate for 2024-2027 (courtesy ArtsFairfax)

As the calendar flips to April, organizers around Fairfax County are prepared to celebrate National Poetry Month.

With the support of ArtsFairfax, Fairfax County Poet Laureate Angelique Palmer is launching a “Poetry &” initiative that will bring a handful of events to the county throughout the month, with some starting as soon as next week.

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Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will roll into Tysons this weekend

By Angela Woolsey

Published March 26, 2026 at 10:00AM

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck 10th anniversary collectibles (courtesy Hello Kitty Cafe Truck)

Spring break is around the corner, and so is the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck.

The beloved mobile pop-up will pull into Tysons Corner Center (1961 Chain Bridge Road) this Saturday (March 28), selling exclusive Hello Kitty-themed treats and memorabilia at PenFed Plaza near Shake Shack from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Volunteers invited to plant trees, clear invasive species in Reston for Arbor Day

By Angela Woolsey

Published March 24, 2026 at 11:45AM

Woods behind a sign for Walker Nature Center in Reston (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Officially, Arbor Day won’t be recognized in Virginia until the end of April, but Reston Association will get a head start on observing the occasion with a volunteer event at the end of March.

The homeowners’ association is inviting community members to help clean up and enhance some of its natural areas next Tuesday (March 31) from 9:30 to noon.

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Easter egg hunt, seasonal cocktails usher in spring at Capital One Center

By Angela Woolsey

Published March 23, 2026 at 1:45PM

Cherry blossom-themed sign for The Perch during Easter egg hunt (courtesy Capital One Center)

Capital One Center in Tysons will be hopping with activity this spring, highlighted by the return of its “ultimate” Easter Egg Hunt early next month.

Approximately 3,000 eggs will be strewn across the Great Lawn at The Perch for kids to collect during the popular event, which is set to take place on Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Spring to arrive with Easter Bunny, cherry blossom events at Tysons Corner Center

By Emily Leayman

Published March 10, 2026 at 1:45PM

Blossom Bash at Tysons Corner Center in 2025 (courtesy of Tysons Corner Center)

Spring fever is starting to appear at Tysons Corner Center, with the first day of the new season a little more than a week away.

The mall is hosting several seasonal programs, including the Easter Bunny’s return and official National Cherry Blossom Festival events. The cherry blossom-themed events will coincide with D.C.’s National Cherry Blossom Festival, which runs between March 20 and April 12.

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Mosaic District restaurants partner for late-night pop-ups

By Emily Leayman

Published March 6, 2026 at 3:45PM

Mom and Pop at night in the Mosaic District (staff photo by Angela Woolsey)

Two eateries around the Mosaic District’s central green space are teaming up to bring new late-night experiences to the mixed-use district.

On two Saturdays (March 7 and 14), NAJA Mediterranean and Mom & Pop will host a late night shawarma and coffee pop-up outside the latter’s location (2909 District Avenue in Merrifield) from 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

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‘Comicworx’ convention set for debut at Workhouse Arts Center this weekend

By Jared Serre

Published March 6, 2026 at 2:45PM

Ghostbusters, VA, a charitable nonprofit organized by Ghostbusters fans, will be among the vendors at the inaugural ComicWorx (courtesy of Workhouse Arts Center)

An extensive “comic and pop culture experience” is coming to Lorton’s Workhouse Arts Center (9518 Workhouse Way) this weekend.

Comicworx, a convention-style event featuring celebrity guests, vendors and more, will take place at the campus tomorrow (Saturday) — the first such event in the history of the venue.

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Yearly Reston prom dress giveaway invites final donations

By Angela Woolsey

Published March 6, 2026 at 10:00AM

Girls with dresses from Reston Community Center's annual Diva Central shopping event (via Reston Community Center)

To students, the one to two months left until prom may seem like a lifetime away, but for anyone looking to get a head start on picking out their outfit, Reston Community Center (RCC) is once again here to help.

RCC’s annual Diva Central shopping event will return to its Lake Anne facility (1609-A Washington Plaza North) for a 24th year on March 14.