The National Air and Space Museum’s Udvar-Hazy Center is hosting its annual Air + Scare event on Saturday, Oct. 25.
This family event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and visitors are required to get free, timed tickets for the outdoor portion of the event. The indoor portion and touring exhibits do not require tickets.
The event will include trick or treat stations, crafts, experiments, and, new this year, the Air + Scare Runway costume fashion show. Will you be the best-dressed this year?
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Loudoun County just welcomed its first Playa Bowls location in the Village at Leesburg. You can now grab smoothies, acai bowls, oatmeal bowls, and other healthy treats at this new spot. (The Burn)
Festival
Calling all cider fanatics. The Alexandria Cider Festival will return to the Lloyd House on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 1 to 5 p.m. Virginia cideries will be offering tastings perfectly paired with delicious food from local food trucks. Last year’s event sold out, so be sure to get your tickets. (ALXnow)
Development
A 129,000 sq. ft. members-only car club, known as Xavo Motor Club, has been proposed for 44970 Russell Branch Parkway in Ashburn. Plans include a four-story building with a garage for members to showcase and store their vehicles. Find out the sale price of the site. (Washington Business Journal)
Seasonal
Fall may still be here, but winter fun is coming fast. Tickets are now on sale for Ice & Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run, opening Saturday, Nov. 15 and running through Saturday, Feb. 28. (ALXnow)
Eat
Bread and Water Co., a local bakery, is now the official soft pretzel provider at Capital One Arena. Fans can enjoy their fresh-baked pretzels during all hockey and basketball games, concerts, and special events throughout the season. (ALXnow)
Arts
Looking for some free hands-on art activities? The Torpedo Art Factory is hosting its 30th annual Art Safari on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 12 to 4 p.m. Activities will be led by Art Center artists and specially designed for children ages 5 to 12. (ALXnow)
Environment
Alexandria will soon begin the process of removing invasive species in the Wilkes Street Tunnel and several parks in the city. Affected areas will have temporary fencing around them as the city begins its work. See the specific areas being targeted. (ALXnow)
A new development is coming to Old Town North, Alexandria. HRP Group is redeveloping the former Potomac River Power Plant into a 10-acre mixed-use community. The plans include new homes, waterfront dining, rooftop bars, dog parks, playgrounds, and plenty of community green space.
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Are you or your kids big fans of big trucks?Big Truck Night is back at Frying Pan Farm Park on Friday, Oct. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. Come explore a variety of big trucks, tractors, and more — all for free. Plus, enjoy the festive fun of a fall carnival for the whole family.
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