Plus, where to find little prints in NOVA.
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Sunrise 7:25 a.m. | Sunset 6:20 p.m.

High tides 9:42 a.m. + 9:54 p.m. | Low tide 3:50 p.m.


Editor’s Pick

A photo of a drawing of an egg.

My friend got this print at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. | Photo by NOVAtoday

Today’s pick is all about prints. Fairfax launched its very own Mini Print Vending Machine, which is now on display at Commonwealth Brewing Company in Old Town Fairfax. The current prints, titled “Ghost Occupations” by George Mason University graduate Ash Smith, opened on Thursday, Oct. 16, and will be available to the public for a limited time.

You can also get Inciardi Prints all throughout the United States — here’s the interactive map so you can find one near you, your friends, or your family. There’s only one in NOVA in the Bloomingdale’s Tysons Corner Center. There are also four locations around DC.

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Events

Wednesday, Oct. 22

Pup Stroll Wednesdays | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Vienna | $4+

Powhatan Springs Invasive Plant Removal | 3-5 p.m. | Powhatan Springs Skate Park, Arlington | Free

Thursday, Oct. 23

George Mason Friends Fall Book Sale | Thursday, Oct. 23-Sunday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | George Mason Regional Library, Annandale | Price of purchase

Spooky Boozy Adult Book Fair | 5:30-8 p.m. | Audacious Aleworks, Falls Church | Price of purchase

Friday, Oct. 24

Haunted Mini Golf | Friday, Oct. 24-Saturday, Oct. 25 | 6-9 p.m. | Pohick Bay Regional Park, Lorton | $10+

The Band New Potato Caboose | 7 p.m. | Tally Ho Theater, Leesburg | $40+
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News Notes

Eat

Grab your forks — it’s time to grub. Mason District Restaurant Week is going on through Sunday, Oct. 26. More than 15 restaurants are participating — see where you can dine. My top pick is Akeno Sushi Bar, which is offering a specialty menu for the week. (FFXnow)

Traffic

It’s my favorite weekend — Marine Corps Marathon weekend. Good luck to all of those racing on Sunday, Oct. 26. I already have goosebumps thinking about it, and I’m not even racing. For those not racing, races also mean road closures. See which roads will be closed from 3 a.m. until 6 p.m. Check out this Instagram reel for some spectating tips. (ARLnow)

Biz

Getting hyped for Stranger Things season five? Astro Doughnuts + Fried Chicken is celebrating by offering six specialty themed doughnuts for the occasion. Don’t miss the flavors, which are available through Friday, Oct. 31. (Northern Virginia Magazine)

Drink

This one is for my bourbon fans out there. Middleburg Barrel Company launched its own bourbon brand, 1787 Provenance Bourbon, last month. These bourbons are sourced from Kentucky distilleries. (Northern Virginia Magazine)

Development

An old office building in Fairfax is a step closer to being replaced with 400 residential units after winning unanimous approval from the Fairfax County Planning Commission. The next step includes the proposal going to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, Nov. 18. (FFXnow)

Community

The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department relaunched the “Adopt a Hydrant” program this month, encouraging residents to help keep fire hydrants clear and accessible. Volunteers help remove vegetation, snow, and debris in the way. Interested in helping out? Find out how. (FFXnow)

Civic

Heads up: This Friday, Oct. 24, is the last day to register to vote, update your registration, or request a mail-in ballot before the 2025 general election. Knock out these tasks with our election guide. In the meantime, in-person early voting is underway now through Saturday, Nov. 1.

Health

INova Alexandria Hospital donated the ZOLL AutoPulse resuscitation system to the Alexandria Fire Department. The device, which costs about $7,500, administers chest compressions while someone is experiencing cardiac arrest. (ALXnow)

Listen

With fall comes local-favorite festivals + live music (catch us at Laufey at Capital One Arena). Luckily, these hearing aids are the world’s first with multi-stream processing, designed to help you engage in conversations effortlessly (even in noisy environments). Explore a no-risk trial.*

Home

Renewal by Andersen is offering 40% off your second window purchase, plus $200 off your entire order. Save energy + increase home value with a free quote today.*

Seasonal

✅ Buy these 5 things before November hits

Presented by The Buy
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Now’s the time to grab long-sleeves, cozy leggings, and hydrating skincare. | Graphic by 6AM City
The Buy team here. If we could only buy five things between now and November, here’s what we’d stock up on:
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Post of the Day

An Instagram post about a house in Alexandria.

Post via @visitalexva

There’s something undeniably charming about a brick house with a yellow door — especially in the fall. Add in the crisp air, changing leaves, and it’s practically perfect. All it’s missing is a pumpkin on the front steps.

Safe to say, I’ll be daydreaming about this home for the rest of the day.
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The Buy

A really good eye shadow and liner set that features three dual-tip pencils, each with plush, creamy pigments. The Buy Editor Emily uses the low-maintenance set to create everything from a precise liner to a soft, smudged eye shadow look.
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Games

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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.
Let the games begin

The Wrap

In yesterday’s newsletter, we talked about the growing craze of saunas around the United States. One spot we mention is The Steam & Chill Sauna Co., a mobile sauna + plunge rental company. This is a great way to get your sauna fix right at home. Did you miss our sauna guide? Check it out here.
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