The Joy Troupe NOVA Family Guide
Northern Virginia Family Fun
In honor of Veteran’s Day, join staff member Kevin Moriarty as he portrays a Civil War veteran returning to Fort Ward and reminiscing about his experience serving in the Defenses of Washington. Tour highlights include the history of Fort Ward, soldier life in the Washington area, the furnished Officers’ Hut, and the fort’s Ceremonial Entrance Gate and restored bastion. Program is weather dependent. Tours are approximately 90 minutes each.
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The Danbury Forest Tot Lot is maintained by the Danbury Forest neighborhood association. This mostly enclosed playground is partly shaded and is located at one of the entrances to the …
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The Lake Accotink Park playground is located near the carousel and the marina. There are restrooms and ample parking. The playground surface is mulch. It is not fully enclosed, but it is far enough from the road that you should be able to catch a runner before they hit the street, and the picnic areas (including reservable areas for parties) are adjacent to the playground.
There is also a good, sandy beach for you kiddo who loves to dig, and the park trail goes right by the playground if you want to plan your hike so you can take a break for some play.
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In addition to the full-day of educational seminars and networking opportunities, your registration includes: Education seminars with expert advice and strategies Electronic copy of Patti Bose’s book Preemies–Anastasia’s Gift: A Guide for Parents of Preemie Babies book, www.preemiesgift.com Opportunity to network with other parents, event sponsors, providers and presenters Opportunity to view and bid on numerous silent auction items Breakfast and lunch
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JBF Loudoun posts photos to their Facebook page while they are setting up the sale, so be sure to check it out. This is one of my very favorite of the area sales, and it is definitely one of the biggest! Don’t forget your comfortable shoes and to check your route for tolls before you go!
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$1 movies every Tuesday and Wednesday all summer long! I took both kids last summer and they had a blast. The advantage (other than the air conditioning…) is that if …
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South Lakes Drive Park is located at 11851 South Lakes Drive, Reston, VA 20191. This shaded playground is located far enough from the street to help with supervision, but not …
Read MoreVernon Heights Park(8269 Central Ave, Alexandria, VA) This tiny park is located at the entrance to our neighborhood. While small and quaint, the park boasts a kiddie playground and lots …
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Me and mine will be signing up for this as our back pocket, too-hot-too-rainy-too-gross option, and I thought I’d pass it along for those of you who aren’t familiar with …
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There is a “tamer” area of the park meant just for little ones, and the entire sprayground is Zero Depth for lots of non-swimming water fun. The sprayground is enclosed …
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Manassas Battlefield Park First Manassas Trail is a great workout and also takes you through one of the better historical sites I’ve ever visited. This hike was moderately challenging for …
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To get to Reston North Park, go to the Home Depot (The Home Depot, 1651 Reston Pkwy, Reston, VA 20194) and the park is behind the store. This is one of …
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