The PARC at Tysons in Vienna will offer trick-or-treating opportunities, live music, and drinks and snacks for everyone to enjoy. While it’s not mandatory, dressing up is highly encouraged.
Meet at the Fairfax Theatre at 4:30 p.m. for the parade. Expect a variety of treats to be handed out during the parade. There will also be prizes awarded for best costumes at 6 p.m.
Get your trick-or-treat on at the Mosaic District while the stores are open. When you’re content with your candy stash, settle in at Strawberry Park for “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” which will begin at 6 p.m.
Events
Events
Monday, Oct. 27
Fall Leaf Prints | 5-6 p.m. | Sherwood Regional Library, Fairfax | Free
Ruthie’s All-Day is one of the 50 restaurants you must try. | Photo by Rey Lopez
Eat
Northern Virginia Magazine just released its food critics’ picks for the 50 Best Restaurants in Northern Virginia. See which spots you should try next. (Northern Virginia Magazine)
Opening
Daydrift, a new café and bookstore, opens today in Crystal City. This inviting space blends a love of books and good food, hosting author talks and book clubs alongside a globally inspired menu featuring dishes like noodle bowls and green smoothies. (ARLnow)
Art
An exhibit is now open at Springfield Town Center featuring seven local artists. This unveiling coincided with ArtFairfax’s month-long artoberVA celebration. It will remain on display through Tuesday, March 31. (FFXnow)
Number
600. That’s how many limestone rulers will form the centerpiece of a newly approved art installation that will stand in front of Alexandria’s courthouse, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Take a look at the rendering. (ALXnow)
Mansion Monday
The mystery surrounding the jewelry heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris continues to pique interest across the globe. Who did it? What will they do with the priceless objects? Maybe they’ll sell them to buy this outrageous McLean home that’s priced at $14.9 million. (NBC)
Active
An 80-year-old recently became the oldest woman to cross the finish line at the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. Natalie Grabow completed the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile cycle, and 26.2-mile run in just under 17 hours. Time to start going to one of NOVA’s run clubs. (NPR)
Tech
Netflix, DoorDash, Snapchat, Spotify, and Fortnite were among the services impacted by last week’s major Amazon Web Services outage, and not for the first time. The next time doom-scrolling isn’t available, we recommend spending some time on one of NOVA’s many trails. (Reuters)
Health
A new academic study shows signs that consuming warm liquids may have positive impacts on physical + mental health. Researchers found correlated improvements in sleep, gut health, depression, and anxiety. Now the colder months are approaching, that’s just more reason to grab a hot bowl of pho. (Food & Wine)
🐇 The legendary Bunny Man is one of Northern Virginia’s most infamous urban legends. Which NOVA location is most associated with the “Bunny Man Bridge”?
As the weather turns colder, it’s the perfect time to explore new indoor activities. Stop by Potters Union in Herndon and enjoy a variety of classes and workshops for all skill levels. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll fit right in.
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