Stories for November 2019

Stories for November 2019

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Saturday, November 30

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Metropolitan School of the Arts Spreads Holiday Cheer

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Wednesday, November 27

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Vestibule Expanded at St. Lawrence Catholic Church

St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Franconia

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MVCCA Hits 50, Still on Point with Mission

Council credited with past efforts and future plans at anniversary gala.

MVCCA turns 50

Tuesday, November 26

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Ready to Turkey Trot

Seniors among those joining turkey trots on Thanksgiving

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Promises of a Blue Virginia: ‘A House for all Virginians’

Democrats continue to focus on education, transportation and economic equality issues.

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Monday, November 25

Saturday, November 23

Friday, November 22

Wednesday, November 20

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First National Suffragist Memorial Breaks Ground

Site in Lorton to mark women’s struggle for right to vote.

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Opinion: Editorial: Give Locally

For tens of thousands of families in our area, uncertainty and need are distant from the celebrations and plenty that so many of us associate with this holiday period.

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Opinion: Editorial: Jump into the Children’s (and Teens’) Connection

Please send all submissions no later than Monday, Dec. 9, 2019. Earlier is better!

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Cooking with Children this Thanksgiving

Holiday meal prep can help create life-long memories.

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Environmental Expo has Many Messages

It’s not just the spotted lantern fly that’s causing problems.

Environmental expo

Tuesday, November 19

Opinion: Commentary: 2020 Virginia Legislature to Consider Many Reforms

Will sweeping change come to Virginia in 2020?

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Monday, November 18

Friday, November 15

Thursday, November 14

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Another Option Coming for Commuters Inside the Beltway

The I-395 Express Lanes are opening soon, and tolling will begin.

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Military Life was Highlighted at a School in Mount Vernon

Military Families Took the Stage for the Waynewood Elementary Veteran’s Day Celebration

Veteran's Day

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Woodlawn Cultural Center Moves Forward

Project touches on revitalizing Woodlawn in tune with other historic elements.

Woodlawn Cultural Center

Wednesday, November 13

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Horses Heal and Teach Life Skills

Equestrian program touches everyone involved.

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Setting a Thanksgiving Table

Local designers share ideas for creating a festive tablescape.

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Monday, November 11

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13th Annual Exceptional Schools Fair 2019

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13th Annual Fair | Sunday, November 17th, 11 am – 2 pm | FREE and OPEN to the PUBLIC | Katzen Arts Center – American University @ Ward Circle – Massachusetts & Nebraska Ave. NW | Showcasing the many wonderful school choices available to families of children with diverse learning needs. Find out about individualized programs that will help your child thrive both academically and socially.

Friday, November 8

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Bishop Ireton High School Stages “Little Women”

Story chronicles the March sisters in Louisa May Alcott's classic novel from the 1860s.

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High Rate of Evictions on the Route 1 Corridor

Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 13.

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Wednesday, November 6

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Smiles All Around at Democrat Victory Party in Fairfax

Gun violence prevention topped the action list for many.

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Republican Requiem

Democrats take General Assembly, sweep Fairfax School Board; Republicans hold Springfield.

It wasn’t all that long ago that Northern Virginia had its own breed of Republicanism. People like U.S. Rep. Tom Davis (R-11), U.S. Sen. John Warner and Del. Dave Albo (R-42). Now, after a series of stunning defeats since the election of Donald Trump to the White House, Northern Virginia Republicans are a dying breed, with moderates bowing out or being voted out.

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Wellbeing: Diffusing Holiday Drama

Sanity-saving strategies to get us through the not-so-silent holiday nights.

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Tuesday, November 5

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Hope and Hospitality in a Positive Environment in Falls Church

Ribbon-cutting for the new Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing.

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Friday, November 1

Get Ready to Rock the Block for a Good Cause in Alexandria

One night. A dozen restaurants. And unlimited food and drink.

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Opinion: Commentary: Guns Play a Major Role in Domestic Abuse

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