Halloween may be over, but that doesn’t mean free, family-friendly fun times of a spirited nature must come to an end yet. Today is none other than Día de los Muertos, a time when Mexican and other Hispanic cultures celebrate the lives of departed loved ones with grand feasts and festivities. Día de los Muertos … Continue reading A ‘Lively’ Día de los Muertos in Arlington is Happening Today!
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Top Touring Options for Exploring the Region
The first full week of May is National Travel and Tourism Week, with May 7 officially serving as National Tourism Day. With warmer weather and spring now in full swing, it’s the perfect time to get out and explore the greater surrounding region and beyond. Credit: LC Hermoza We residents of the Mid-Atlantic live in … Continue reading Top Touring Options for Exploring the Region
Virginia Firsts—Pioneered, Founded, Born, and Made in Old Dominion
Did you know that tomorrow, September 14, is National Virginia Day? Throughout its long and enduring history, Old Dominion has come to be known for countless attributes, achievements, and notable firsts in the nation. Some callouts are more obvious while others remain lesser-known, albeit, fascinating facts that even many residents don’t know about. Therefore, to … Continue reading Virginia Firsts—Pioneered, Founded, Born, and Made in Old Dominion
10 Historic Sites Associated with George Washington in Virginia
Yesterday was George Washington’s birthday. As one of the most influential figures in American history, George Washington played such a crucial role in so many milestone events. His most famous accomplishments, of course, included helping to win independence during the Revolutionary War and then going on to serve as the very first president of a … Continue reading 10 Historic Sites Associated with George Washington in Virginia