Lose the leaves — or let them lie? The case for both sides. | Photo via Wikimedia Commons
As leaves begin to fall and collect in your neighborhood, you may wonder how you can best dispose of them. Here are some tips for different communities in NOVA.
Fairfax County
Broken up into sections and rounds, Fairfax County offers leaf collection for many residents. Search your street name here to see the current status for where you live. Be sure to read the directions on how to set out your leaves properly.
A plan + order Ikea location is coming to Georgetown on Wednesday, Nov. 5; however, the Pentagon City location will be closing. The latter will remain open for appointments and pick-ups until Thursday, Nov. 20. (Washington Business Journal)
Sports
The Fairfax County Park Authority is no longer moving forward with new pickleball courts at Franconia Rec Center. The county originally proposed converting half of Franconia’s practice tennis courts to pickleball only. Don’t worry, there are still over 90 pickleball courts in the county. (FFXnow)
Mansion Monday
Take a look at this lovely, secluded home in Oakton. If you are a car enthusiast, this house is ideal for you, offering numerous parking spaces in the garage. There’s also a pool with a waterfall, an infinity edge, and even a slide. Cowabunga.
Number
2,346 lbs. That’s how much the winning pumpkin weighed at this year’s World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off. It’s also the amount of pumpkin pie it would take to get bored of the delectable slices at Livin’ the Pie Life in Arlington. (AP News)
Kids
Visiting the most magical place on Earth is getting pricier. Single-day, single-park tickets are rising by 5% at Disney World and 8.7% at Disneyland during peak times. Save a pretty penny and keep the magic by exploring NOVA’s fun-filled, kid-friendly spots instead. (Variety)
Eat
Could someone tell where you’re from by peeking into your pantry? A bag of Route 11 Potato Chips would give it away — The Takeout just named this salty treat Virginia’s most iconic snack. Hungry for more? Dig into the latest NOVA restaurants.
Gallery
This year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners are in. And they’re spectacular. Countless species spanning six continents are all featured in the stunning photos, now on display at the Natural History Museum in London. If you want to enter next year’s contest, check out these classes and events with the Northern Virginia Bird Alliance. (The Guardian)
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Check out this unique dining opportunity. The Stadium Chef Series will take place at Nationals Park on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 5:30 p.m. Experience a five-course meal, with each course created by a different notable chef.
Tickets benefit the James Beard Foundation’s Good Food for Good initiatives. Get them here.
Korean beauty products are more than just a trend — they’re becoming a staple in skincare routines worldwide. Known for their innovative formulas and emphasis on prevention over correction, K-beauty is all about keeping your skin healthy from the start. Here are our top five picks, all under $35 and available on Amazon:
🧴 Dr.Althea’s 345 Relief Cream moisturizer soothes, nourishes, and reduces the appearance of dark spots.
🫧 This No. 1 bestselling cleansing oil is hypoallergenic and safe for all skin types.
⭐ A TikTok favorite, Medicube’s Collagen Jelly Cream boosts hydration + leaves your skin with a radiant, healthy glow.
👁️ This retinal cream delivers an advanced form of retinol deep into the skin to target wrinkles and promote soother, firmer skin.
🧖 The Biodance collagen face masks brighten, improve elasticity, and minimize pores.
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