Wellness

A dog by the name of Marley with a tennis ball in his mouth.
Culture
Adoptable dogs around Northern Virginia
Help give these three older dogs around NOVA a home.
March 03, 2026 12:23 PM
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Ava Wojnowski
The waiting room at Skin Pharm in Arlington.
Wellness
Try Skin Pharm with Editor Ava
Step inside the new cosmetic dermatology office, Skin Pharm, in Arlington’s Virginia Square neighborhood.
February 24, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
Five people dressed in reflective work vests look into overgrowth off the side of the road. The second volunteer from the left is looking behind and smiling at the camera while holding a sign that says "Volunteers at work, ask us why, Arlington Regional Master Naturalist Park Stewards Program."
Play
Where to give back and volunteer in NOVA
This list of volunteer opportunities around Arlington and Alexandria includes everything from animal shelters to veterans associations.
March 21, 2025
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Madison McMillen
A group of runners running on a bridge on a sunny day.
Fitness
Find a run club in the Northern Virginia area
Get ready to move with your new friends at these clubs around the Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and DC area.
March 7, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Where to get local honey in Northern Virginia
Curb your spring allergies by eating some local honey from these five spots around NOVA.
April 15, 2026
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History
Caroline Street through the ages
Recently recognized as the South’s best Main Street, this vibrant thoroughfare invites you to explore its rich history and enduring charm.
April 14, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
The outside of Nettie's Tavern in Arlington's Clarendon neighborhood.
Food
Local food and drinks for less than NOVA’s current gas prices
Gas prices may be high, but here are different food and beverages around NOVA that are $4 or less.
April 13, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
The main area of Reston Town Center.
Take a stroll around Reston Town Center
Join Editor Ava for a stroll through Reston Town Center — and discover upcoming events you won’t want to miss.
April 8, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
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Culture
One year of NOVAtoday
NOVAtoday has been coming to your inbox for a full 365 days — here’s a breakdown of some stats.
April 6, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
Victorian-style homes in the Occoquan Historic District.
Real Estate
Victorian-style architecture in Northern Virginia
Have you noticed all of the architectural styles around NOVA? Learn about the Victorian-style and where you can see it in the area.
April 1, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
A view of a green gold course with spectators lining the opposite side of a pond in its middle.
Sports
Bring Augusta National to Northern Virginia
You don’t need to travel to Georgia to experience the beauty of Augusta. We rounded up some ways to replicate the Masters experience in NOVA.
April 1, 2026
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Patrick Sidwell
Plants outside for the Spring Garden Market with the American Horticultural Society.
Travel and Outdoors
A gardener’s guide to Northern Virginia
Are you an expert gardener or hoping to get into it? Here’s your guide on how to garden in NOVA, from local plant sales to gardening clubs.
March 31, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski
Tulips at the Netherlands Carillon in Arlington with DC in the background.
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Northern Virginia
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
March 30, 2026
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The inside of Union Station in Washington, DC.
Airports and Transportation
Inside Newsletter Editor Ava’s Amtrak journey to New York
Planning a trip to New York or somewhere along the East Coast? Here’s what my firsthand Amtrak experience was really like.
March 23, 2026
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Ava Wojnowski