By Patricia Hall, Fairfax Family Fun Ready to take your son or daughter to the slopes? Children who enjoy skiing, are just starting out, or want to learn to ski can take advantage of programs across the country designed to get them on the slopes -- for free. Many ski resorts throughout the United States participate in state ski association programs offer free skiing for kids. These programs are designed to get children outside to enjoy active Continue Reading...
Winter weekend away at Wintergreen Resort
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com We were running out of winter but still wanted to play in the snow. We were a mix of skiers and non-skiers who wanted to have fun together in one place. And, oh, we didn't want to drive too far. Thankfully, in Northern Virginia there are several opportunities for easy winter getaways, and that's exactly what we enjoyed at Wintergreen Resort. This all-season resort is about three hours from just about Continue Reading...
5 Ways to Have Fun This Winter
Winter is here! Does that mean the fun is over? Of course not! Whether "winter fun" for you means hitting the slopes or having a snowball fight or staying inside, nice and toasty warm, there are plenty of options for you in Fairfax County and Northern Virginia. Our recently updated Winter Guide has them all for you in one place! Here are five ways you can enjoy family fun this winter: Visit one of the seasonal outdoor ice skating rinks in our Continue Reading...
How Fairfax County schools make the call on snow days
Winter is here, and while we're focusing on the holidays, fun, and family vacations, it also means that snowy and icy weather can happen at any moment, and with that comes the possibility of school "snow days." Those two magical words, while embraced by probably every single student -- along with a fair number of parents and even teachers -- are dreaded by others. From parents who have to get to work (and have difficulties making alternative Continue Reading...
Plan for wintry good times with our Snowy Day Fun Grocery List!
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com Ah, the joys of living in Northern Virginia in winter! For those who don't like life to be predictable, this is the place for you! After all, when a winter storm is coming, we often aren't quite sure what we're in for... it could be two inches of snow, or it could be a foot or more! And even when the snow comes, your accumulation could be quite different from your neighbors' just 10 miles away. But Continue Reading...
Fun upcoming pet events in and around Fairfax County!
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.comAh, the dog days of summer... and apparently, early fall is "going to the dogs," too! We have long promoted pets as part of the family here at Fairfax Family Fun. In fact, our Pet-friendly Fairfax page is a permanent features of this site, highlighting pet-friendly events and resources in our area. While that is still your go-to page for general information, with so many fun family-friendly events Continue Reading...
Snowy day fun grocery list
By Patricia HallThe current forecast for snow tomorrow is now around 6-12 inches, meaning kids in Fairfax County and Northern Virginia are rejoicing and jumping for joy while parents, well... after so much snow this winter and so many school days off, they're either ready for more fun or ready to pull their hair out!If you're in the latter camp, I sympathize but I can't really help you. :-) If you're in the former camp, though, and ready to have Continue Reading...
