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The nation’s collective interest in table tennis exists in a strange time loop: once every four years, as the Summer Olympic Games roll around, interest in the sport spikes.
Now, with the success of “Marty Supreme,” the game is gaining attention again — no Summer Games required. If you want to get ahead of the curve, grab a paddle and head to one of these local spots:
The best part of a new hobby? Community. That’s what awaits at the Northern Virginia Table Tennis Club, where members meet regularly to play, socialize, and compete. Pro tip: Non-members can try it out for free.
Before heading down, you can check out both Arlington and Alexandria’s city-run schedules, offering drop-in classes for locals looking to learn the game and practice their skills.
Walk-ins are also welcome at Fairfax’s Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia. They have six sessions per week.
Did we miss your favorite place to play table tennis? Let us know.
Britney Spears recently sold the rights to her entire music catalog for an estimated $200 million. For considerably less money, you could buy this recently listed Woodmont mansion with 8,000+ sqft of living space, a resort-style pool, and an exquisite outdoor entertainment area. (NBC News)
Eat
Tomorrow, Feb. 17, is Mardi Gras, the annual pre-Lent celebration set to take over streets across the world. If you aren’t joining the 1.4 million expected visitors at the country’s biggest celebration in New Orleans, you can get a taste of the fun with some Cajun cuisine at RT’s Restaurant in Alexandria.
Try This
Can’t get enough of the Winter Olympics? You’ve still got time to emulate Team USA’s success by trying out a winter sport of your own at Fairfax Ice Arena, where you can book skating lessons no matter your age or ability.
Drink
The most expensive US whiskey sale ever — a bottle of 1982 Kentucky bourbon — recently sold for ~$162,000 in New York City. You won’t need pockets anywhere near as deep at one of NOVA’s buzzy happy hours. (Southern Living)
Travel
Planning an escape to Peru? You’re in good company — it’s the top-searched international destination for spring breakers in Virginia. If you’re flying out of Dulles International Airport, a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what to know before you head to the terminal.
Job
Six months. That’s how long the average job search takes nowadays, and last summer, job seekers outnumbered job openings for the first time since 2021. Need a hand finding your next role? Start exploring opportunities. (The Wall Street Journal)
Community
Before National Landing was what it is today, Queen City was a thriving Black community with a story worth knowing. Start with its powerful history, then discover five Black-owned businesses shaping the neighborhood current day.*
Learn
Garden design, color theory, calligraphy, portrait photography, embroidery. These are just a handful of the expert-led, creative classes available on Skillshare, an online learning community recognized by The New York Times and Forbes. Start a one month free trial + dive into new skills.*
Biz
POV: You’re in a bind trying to fill an important role for your local biz. We can help. Post your opening on our Job Board and get connected to top local talent.
Number
$0. That’s how much 94% of Nourish patients pay out of pocket to talk to a dietitian covered by their insurance. You could be covered, too — check your coverage + get matched with a dietitian who can cut through the food noise and build you a plan to thrive.*
The Buy
Tired of being … tired? You’re not alone. For millions of people over 35, the problem isn’t stress, late nights, or a busy schedule — it’s mineral deficiency. That’s where Organixx Magnesium 7 comes in. The doctor-formulated supplement features seven highly absorbable forms of magnesium to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep through the night, and wake up feeling well-rested.
I’ve got good news for you. The days are getting warmer, the sun is rising earlier + setting later, and before you know it, you’ll be lounging in the sunshine, clamoring for some AC.
That it’s the middle of winter is no reason to stay home, though. Our events calendar is proof of that.
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