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Move aside pickleball, there’s a new racket sport in town.
Looking for some last-minute plans this Valentine’s Day? Here are ideas on how you can celebrate around Northern Virginia.
Celebrate your special day with these birthday deals, from sweet treats to discounts on plants.
Many museums in the area offer ever-changing museum exhibits. Here are some you can expect in the new year.
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
Here are 15 different rankings where NOVA ranked in 2025.
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K–12 students can honor their teachers with original artwork, win prizes, and have their designs featured on statewide thank-you notes.
Want a fun outing with friends or a unique holiday gift idea? Try these craft workshops to create personalized creations like paintings or custom tea blends.
DC doesn’t have to have all of the fun — here are some Northern Virginia museums that you can check out.
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Dominion Energy is partnering with Manassas Ballet Theatre to honor those who serve during a special performance of the classic holiday ballet “The Nutcracker.”
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“Salute to the Military,” presented by Manassas Ballet Theatre and the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation, takes place Wednesday, Dec. 17.
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The Kingstowne Community Library will soon close, paving the way for the opening of the new Kingstowne Regional Library at the Franconia Governmental Center.
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From figure skating to sled hockey, four different NOVA locals will be competing on Team USA in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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As the weather changes, so do Northern Virginia’s roads — here’s how to report potholes across different parts of NOVA.
From art studios to dance floors, NOVA is packed with adult classes to try.
Discover how Martin Luther King Jr.’s civil rights activism shaped NOVA and DC.
These local donation sites will collect items like clothing, home goods, diapers, and other things that people may need.