Kids will even be able to color their favorite kite from the festival. | Photo via Pexels
The sky above Ida Lee Park will be full of colorful kites on Saturday, Aug. 16 at this family-friendly festival. The Leesburg Festival of Kites & Crafts is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring local crafts, kite flying, vendors, food trucks, and more fun for the whole family.
Admission to the event is free, but food, drinks, and other items will be available for purchase from a variety of vendors.
Events
Events
Tuesday, Aug. 12
Young Professionals Happy Hour | 5-6:30 p.m. | Rooftop Recess, Arlington | $20 | Want to connect with fellow young professionals in Arlington? Don’t miss this event — register by noon today.
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Brighten Your Day with Tie Dye | 1-3 p.m. | Thomas Jefferson Library, Falls Church | Free | This 18+ tie-dye night is your chance to play like a kid — without the kids.
Arlington County Fair | Wednesday, Aug. 13-Sunday, Aug. 17 | 5 p.m. | Thomas Jefferson Community Center, Arlington | Free | We can already hear it — arcade bells, screams from the rides, live music, and everything in between. DCBX 17 | The Largest Multi Genre Latin Dance Festival in the United States | Wednesday, Aug. 13-Monday, Aug. 18 | 8 p.m. | Crystal Gateway Marriott, Arlington | $35+ | Explore 75+ workshops — from dance and seminars to unique hands-on learning experiences.
Friday, Aug. 15
Phillies at Nationals | 6:45 p.m. | Nationals Park, Washington, DC | $22+ | Catch the Nationals vs. the Phillies, then stick around for a post-game concert by country star Sam Hunt.
After sitting vacant for 16 years, the space at 3000 Duke St. in Alexandria finally has a new tenant — Umiya Sushi, which opened on Friday, Aug. 8. This all-you-can-eat sushi spot is also serving seafood and other grilled dishes. (ALXnow)
Coming Soon
A new sushi speakeasy is coming to Arlington’s Court House neighborhood. Saki, located at 2055 15th Street N., has begun construction and is aiming for a winter debut. While the menu hasn’t been finalized, the owners plan to serve other Japanese dishes outside of sushi. (ARLnow)
Arts
You’re made for the screen, darling. Local film productions are now casting across Northern Virginia, including Alexandria, Arlington, Lorton, and Manassas. From short films to features, it’s a great time to get involved. (ALXnow)
Mansion Monday
This modern McLean home deserves a mic drop for causing our jaws to drop. Completed in 2025, this newly built mansion features seven spacious bedrooms and eight and a half luxurious bathrooms, set on a beautifully landscaped one-acre lot. You already know we’re loving all of the natural light.
On This Day
Today marks 159 years since the first public roller skating rink opened to the US public back in 1866. Thankfully, NOVA has a lot more options to keep the kiddos entertained these days. (WUN)
Stat
Are Gen Z cereal killers? Sales of the boxed breakfast have fallen by 13% in the US compared to 2021 — a decline attributed to changing preferences in young Americans. But who can blame them when they have local brunch options like this? (New York Post)
Trending
“Hot Girl Summer” ruled in 2019. “Brat” summer took over in 2024. Now, this summer has been dubbed “brain rot summer” — a season with no viral anthem, no clear vibe, and scattered cultural chatter. If that makes you want to unplug entirely, touch grass at a local trail. (Business Insider)
Number
81. That’s how many days there are until Halloween, but you can get your phalanges on this Ultra Skelly from Home Depot right now. (Engadget)
Finance
Finance
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Austin Allison’s Pacaso has already earned $110 million+ in gross profit to date. | Image provided by Pacaso
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Did you miss our Airbnb + Vrbo guide the other day? No worries, we’ve got it right here for you. Whether you’re looking to visit the Northern Virginia area in style for a weekend or are a local in need of an unforgettable staycation, we’ve compiled a list of 15 rentals in NOVA that are worthy of a trip.
For the whole fam
Cozy Oasis| Annandale, VA
Looking for a local escape with a pool? This Vrbo is an ideal spot for you and your family to unwind and soak up the sun. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy it while the warm weather lasts — if it ever does cool down.
About 30 minutes from downtown Arlington
~$346 a night
3 BD | 2 BA
Gym, Wifi, AC, pool
Make your stay fun
Romantic Secluded Treehouse Stay in the Sky | Leesburg, VA We can already see myself sitting on the little outdoor patio sipping on my morning coffee. Embrace your inner child in the treehouse Airbnb, perfect for a couple’s getaway. Don’t worry, this treehouse is a bit more lavish than what you had as a kid.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
🪩 I recently learned a new term the other day, and I absolutely love it. Have you ever heard of a “disco nap”? The premise is that this little nap is taken in the late afternoon or early evening to rejuvenate you for a night out. The earliest known use dates back to the 1990s, but there are traces of the term that can be found as far back as the 1970s.
We recommend taking a disco nap before one of the many events happening in NOVA this month.
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