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tic tac toe game Potomac Overlook Regional Park
Arlington County VA Playgrounds

Potomac Overlook Park: Playground and more

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If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure that is fun, active AND educational, look no further than Potomac Overlook Park. There is no part of the park where they haven’t tucked something visually interesting, educational, or physically challenging. The hiking trail is appropriate for steady, mobile children. For toddlers and babies you will need a pack, as there are several stream crossings and steep areas that are not suitable for any kind of stroller.

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Newsflash / Northern VA Great Outdoors

Dirt makes a difference: 3+ ways you can do outdoor science with your kids.

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You can spend 20 minutes in the dirt this month that change everyone’s lives forever. DUHN DUHN DUUUUUUUUHN! Does that sound overly dramatic? Well it sort of is, and sort of isn’t. You CAN make a difference in a small amount of time. Here are some hands-on activities you and your kids can do in Northern VA that will allow your kids to participate in *real* science and also to learn “soft” concepts like stewardship, community action, and responsibility.

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Sea Monster at Chessie's Backyard Playground
Greater Alexandria Playgrounds / Newsflash

The Newest Phase of Chessie’s Backyard Playground is here!

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My kids loved this so much that they didn’t want to go home even though they were hungry for dinner. My littlest had to be carried to the parking lot, shouting “WANT THE PARK!” the whole way. (Of course, he’s two, so whether that’s an endorsement or just trouble with transitions is debatable. But he had a REALLY good time!)

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Northern VA Community Events

Find Spectacular Light Displays

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Have you seen Holly’s Tacky Christmas Lights? It’s a fabulous free resource that will point you to the most spectacular displays in the area. Even better news, these over the top displays frequently inspire their neighbors to decorate in only slightly more restrained fashion. It’s very easy to chart a course for a pleasant family viewing experience, and you’ll spot plenty of remarkable things along the way!

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Northern VA Community Events

Photos from the Scottish Walk

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The weather is beautiful for Old Town Alexandria today. There are so many festivities you couldn’t throw a pinecone without hitting one. Head down for carolers, pictures with Santa, kilts, bagpipes, and whatever else your heart desires. It’s beautiful. If you just get out of the car and follow signs or wait for someone to offer you a flier, you’ll find yourself with something wonderful to do. There are grownup things and family things, so if you are lucky enough to be kid-free this afternoon, go for it!

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Newsflash / Northern VA Community Events

Review: Drumming with Dishes

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The reason for our first trip to the Workhouse Arts Center was Drumming with Dishes, Holiday Edition (Show runs through Dec 8). After you arrive and either check in (advance purchases) or buy your ticket at the door, you head down the hallway and have a choice of either a quiet reading area or a hands-on play area to amuse your kiddo while you wait for the show to start- or you can stop on your way out. Either way, this is what we call a sign that Arts on the Horizon understands how kids work, so they’ve already made my A list.

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