Here's an upcoming community event that blends fun activities in support of a good cause: On Saturday, June 4, 2016, you can participate in a fun run to help Special Olympics of Virginia. At this "Light the Night" event, starting at 6 pm, you will join law enforcement officers in a fun run and community celebration at the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) Emergency Vehicle Operations Center, which houses the county's training Continue Reading...
RCP hosts sensory-friendly Mary Poppins show
How can you take a well-loved, legendary musical and make it even better? Reston Community Players (RCP) have come up with some ideas! The all-volunteer community theatre group is currently presenting Mary Poppins. This fun show makes for a great "family date" (see our detailed review from opening weekend) and you can enjoy it during a matinee or evening show now through March 12, 2016. To make the show more accessible to all patrons and to Continue Reading...
Review: Mary Poppins by Reston Community Players
We were invited to see Mary Poppins on opening weekend. This made for a great "family date night!" See our review below, check out our tips to make the most of your visit, learn about some special events coming up, and don't miss your chance to win tickets for your family through our GIVEAWAY! By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com Funny, feisty, and full of warmth, Mary Poppins is a classic tale that many of us grew up with and now happily Continue Reading...
Kid Junction Chantilly hosting Exceptional Kids Nights
By Patricia Hall, FairfaxFamilyFun.com Kid Junction in Chantilly, Virginia, is a fun indoor playground and exploration place where young children can enjoy active and imaginative play. With large climbing structures and tunnels for kids up to age nine or so, and similar but smaller areas just for tots, it's a place where kids can run climb, slide, and play safely. Kid Junction also has four pretend-play rooms where kids can work in (or shop Continue Reading...
Clemyjontri Park celebrates renovations with Dec. 6 event
One of the most beloved local parks, Clemyjontri, recently completed some renovations, and everyone is invited to celebrate on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, for an afternoon of family fun. Clemyjontri is a unique Fairfax County Park Authority facility where all children can play side by side. The park is truly accessible, designed without barriers to accommodate wheelchair users, those with walkers or braces, or who have sensory or developmental Continue Reading...