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Kids Bowl FREE All Summer

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Want to escape the heat this summer? Want the kids to get some excercise? Then you need to check out this FREE bowling program at kidsbowlfree.com. Your kids can bowl 2 FREE games of bowling each and every day of summer for FREE. 

SOME MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM
  • You can sign the kids up at multiple centers but you will need to create another account. Only one unique email address can be used to open an account, so you will need to register with another email address.
  • If ...

Take A Colorful Nature Walk

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Make your next walk a hunt for specific colors (try this any time of the year). This is an easy project that can be made very simple as your time/ materials/ patience demands.

You’ll need:
  • An empty egg carton
  • Paints and paintbrushes
Paint the inside of an egg carton different colors. Encourage the children to mix colors together or add black or white to create different hues. 

Want it less messy? Use markers or crayons. 
Need it even easier? Place crayon pieces inside your egg carton, and/or use ...

This Week's Picks:

May 18th through May 24th

Saturday, May 18 through Sunday, May 19 - Loudoun Spring Farm Tour

Participating farms, wineries and other sites open their doors for visitors.
Where: Participating locations - http://www.loudounfarms.org/index.aspx?nid=130
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.loudounfarms.org/index.aspx?nid=130
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Sunday, May 19 - Alamo Kids Camp

CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2D
Where:

Alamo Cinema & Drafthouse, One Loudoun, 20575 East Hampton Plaza, Ashburn, VA  20147

When: 10:00 AM
Who: 18 and up; Children 3 and up will be allowed only with a parent or guardian. No children under the age of 3 will be allowed and families with loud children will be asked to leave.
How: Just show up... First come, first served.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://drafthouse.com/movies/kids_camp_cloudy_with_a_chance_of_meatballs_2d/northern_virginia
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Friday, May 24 - Dulles Gymnastics Academy Open Gym

Come visit DGA on Friday mornings and have fun with your little ones!  We are minutes away from the Dulles Town Center Mall & Walmart.  Come play and then go to the Mall for lunch!
Where: Dulles Gymnastics Academy, 45449 Severn Way, Suite 101, Sterling, VA  20166
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Preschoolers and Homeschoolers
How: Just show up
Cost: $8/child
For more info: http://www.dullesgymnasticsacademy.com/ or 703.444. GYMN
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This Week's Calendar:

April 3rd through May 27th

Wednesday, April 3 through Monday, June 10 - Public Skating

Public ice skating daily
Where: Ashburn Ice House, 21595 Smith Switch Road, Ashburn, VA  20147
When: check website for times
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: see website for details
For more info: http://www.ashburnice.com
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Wednesday, April 3 through Monday, June 10 - Public Skating

Public ice skating daily
Where: SkateQuest, 1800 Michael Faraday Court, Reston, VA 20190
When: check website for times
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: see website for details
For more info: http://www.skatequest.com/
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Sunday, May 19 - Milkshake: Showtime for Kids!

Milkshake is a Grammy-nominated band on a mission: to create great rock music for kids. Led by singer Lisa Mathews and guitarist Mikel Gehl, whose songs for grown-ups have been featured in movies and prime-time television, and whose indie rock group Love Riot garnered critical praise during its 10-year run, Milkshake has won over preschoolers without compromising songcraft, stagecraft or their authentic rock&roll spirit.
Where: Tally Ho Theater, 19 West Market St, Leesburg, VA 20176
When: 2:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: $12 Children/Seniors , $15 adults, $50 Family Four Pack
For more info: http://www.tallyholeesburg.com/event/231645-milkshake-showtime-for-kids-leesburg/
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Monday, May 20 - Mr. Knick Knack!

Mr. Knick Knack! will be a regular at Reston Town Center again this year – performing his unique, heart-centered music every Monday through October. Your kid will be a Knick Knack Kid in no time!
Where: Reston Town Center, 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.restontowncenter.com/cgi-bin/calendar/Calcium40.pl?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=EVENTS
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Tuesday, May 21 - Go Green Family Night - Chick-fil-A Leesburg

We’re so excited about the NEW fresh, delicious, and healthy Chick-fil-A Salads that we’re going to have a salad sampling bar, and a fun craft for the kids! Don’t forget to wear green!
Where: Chick-fil-A Leesburg, 1002 Edwards Ferry Rd Ne Leesburg, VA 20176
When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/leesburg/home
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Tuesday, May 21 - Family Fun Night - Chick-fil-A Village Commons

Join us on Tuesday nights for Family Night. It's a great way to spend time with each other, have the kids enjoy some entertainment, and eat great food too!
Where: Chick-fil-A - Village Commons, 12160 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190
When: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/villagecommons/home
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Wednesday, May 22 - Big Truck Day

Push buttons, beep horns, enjoy the bells, whistles, and sirens as you climb on and explore various trucks, tractors, and more! Lunch will be available for purchase.
Where:
Philomont Community Center, 36592 Jeb Stuart Road, Philomont, VA 20131
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Register online
Cost:
$5/family of four
For more info: http://www.loudoun.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2211
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Wednesday, May 22 - Playground on Ice

Bubbles, Coloring, Snow
Where: Ashburn Ice House, 21595 Smith Switch Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 8 and under
How: Just show up
Cost: $5/Child (Parents skate for free)
For more info: http://www.ashburnice.com
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Thursday, May 23 - Storytime with Ms Wanda - Chick-fil-A Leesburg

Stories and music with everyone's favorite Chick-fil-A Grandma!
Where: Chick-fil-A Leesburg, 1002 Edwards Ferry Rd Ne Leesburg, VA 20176
When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/leesburg/home
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Thursday, May 23 - Family Fun Night - Chick-fil-A Dulles Town Crossing

Family fun night
Where: Chick-fil-A Dulles Town Crossing, 45440 Dulles Crossing Plz, Sterling, VA 20166
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/dullestowncrossing/events
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Saturday, May 25 - Douglass Community Yard Sale

Bring your old unwanted items for sale. Price includes general ad in local classified section. Free admission for shoppers. Vendors must register in advance.
Where:
Douglass Community Center, 405 E. Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
When: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up to shop, reserve a table online to sell.
Cost:
$10/Space (+$5/Table), Admission for shoppers
For more info: http://www.loudoun.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2197
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Saturday, May 25 - Knight and Princess Moonbounce Party

Join us for a festival of knight and princess games, crafts, activities, and prizes. The moonbounce will add to the fun! Royal guests are encouraged to wear costumes. Pre-registration is recommended.
Where: Sterling Community Center, 120 Enterprise Street, Sterling, VA 20164
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: 4 and under
How: Register online
Cost: $7/pp
For more info: http://www.loudoun.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2212
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Monday, May 27 through Friday, June 21 - Public Skating

Open Skate - EVERY DAY,
Monday 915-1115am and 3-415pm, Tuesday 915-1045am and 1230-2pm and 330-5pm, Wednesday 915-1045am and 1230-2pm, Thursday 1230-2pm and 6-730pm, Friday 11am-1pm and 740-910pm, Saturday 1230-2pm, Sunday 2-330pm
Where: Ashburn Ice House, 21595 Smiths Switch Rd, Ashburn, VA  20147
When: Various check the website for schedule
Who: All ages...
How: n/a
Cost: Adults - $8.00, Children - $7.00, Toddlers - FREE,
Skate Rental: $4.00
For more info: http://www.ashburnice.com/
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Plan Ahead:

May 17th through June 1st

Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - Northern VA Fine Arts Festival

The Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, produced by the Greater Reston Arts Center, is a top-rated annual juried outdoor street festival held in the heart of the elegant and bustling Reston Town Center. The three-day event attracts over 50,000 patrons and provides an interactive experience to view, purchase, and experience art directly from the unique and talented artists who have created it.
Where: Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St Reston, VA 20190
When: All day
Who: All
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free
For more info: http://northernvirginiafineartsfestival.org/
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Monday, May 27 - Mr. Knick Knack!

Mr. Knick Knack! will be a regular at Reston Town Center again this year – performing his unique, heart-centered music every Monday through October. Your kid will be a Knick Knack Kid in no time!
Where: Reston Town Center, 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.restontowncenter.com/cgi-bin/calendar/Calcium40.pl?Op=ShowIt&CalendarName=EVENTS
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Tuesday, May 28 - Family Fun Night - Chick-fil-A Village Commons

Join us on Tuesday nights for Family Night. It's a great way to spend time with each other, have the kids enjoy some entertainment, and eat great food too!
Where: Chick-fil-A - Village Commons, 12160 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190
When: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/villagecommons/home
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Tuesday, May 28 - Kid Cow Birthday Celebration - Chick-fil-A Leesburg

Join us for our Family Night event to celebrate Kid Cow's 8th Birthday! All of Kid Cows friends are invited to celebrate this special event to play her favorite games, eat her birthday cake, take pictures and enjoy face painting!
Where: Chick-fil-A Leesburg, 1002 Edwards Ferry Rd Ne Leesburg, VA 20176
When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/leesburg/home
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Wednesday, May 29 - Playground on Ice

Bubbles, Coloring, Snow
Where: Ashburn Ice House, 21595 Smith Switch Road, Ashburn, VA 20147
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 8 and under
How: Just show up
Cost: $5/Child (Parents skate for free)
For more info: http://www.ashburnice.com
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Thursday, May 30 through Sunday, June 2 - Herndon Festival

The Town of Herndon, Virginia, Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to host the 33nd Annual Herndon Festival in historic downtown. This is a town-wide event and attracts over 80,000 people from the greater Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area.  There is a large array of activities to keep festival patrons entertained. Featured events include live entertainment on three stages, international foods, carnival rides and games, children's entertainment, free children's hands on art activities, business exposition, 10k & 5k races & Fitness expo, model railway exhibit, and an arts & crafts show.
Where: Town Green in Downtown Herndon, Herndon, VA
When: check website for times
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.herndonfestival.net/
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Thursday, May 30 - Storytime with Ms Wanda - Chick-fil-A Leesburg

Stories and music with everyone's favorite Chick-fil-A Grandma!
Where: Chick-fil-A Leesburg, 1002 Edwards Ferry Rd Ne Leesburg, VA 20176
When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/leesburg/home
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Thursday, May 30 - Junior Farmer Fun

Go behind the scenes to help the farmers at FPP. Help with farm chores like milking the cows and collecting eggs. Play old-fashioned games. Topics vary. Adult must attend class with child.
Where: Frying Pan Park, 2709 West Ox Rd, Herndon, VA  20171
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Children 2 to 13
How: Register online http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/classes.htm
Cost: $5 in county; $7 out of county
For more info: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/
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Thursday, May 30 - Family Fun Night - Chick-fil-A Dulles Town Crossing

Family fun night
Where: Chick-fil-A Dulles Town Crossing, 45440 Dulles Crossing Plz, Sterling, VA 20166
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/dullestowncrossing/events
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Friday, May 31 - Dulles Gymnastics Academy Open Gym

Come visit DGA on Friday mornings and have fun with your little ones!  We are minutes away from the Dulles Town Center Mall & Walmart.  Come play and then go to the Mall for lunch!
Where: Dulles Gymnastics Academy, 45449 Severn Way, Suite 101, Sterling, VA  20166
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Preschoolers and Homeschoolers
How: Just show up
Cost: $8/child
For more info: http://www.dullesgymnasticsacademy.com/ or 703.444. GYMN
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Saturday, June 1 - Little Equestrians

This un-mounted class introduces young children to basic horse care and handling. Touch and pet, lead a horse, and prepare our horse friend's dinner. Adult must attend class with child.
Where: Frying Pan Park, 2709 West Ox Rd, Herndon, VA  20171
When: 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Who: Children 4 to 7
How: Register online http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/classes.htm
Cost: $8 in county; $10 out of county
For more info: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/
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Saturday, June 1 - Junior Equestrian

Hands-on, unmounted class offers an overview of horse basics. Groom, lead and exercise a horse, learn about tack and equipment, and practice horse care and handling. Help with feeding, first aid, and horse care.
Where: Frying Pan Park, 2709 West Ox Rd, Herndon, VA  20171
When: 3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Who: Children 7 to 11
How: Register online http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/classes.htm
Cost: $10 in county; $12 out of county
For more info: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/
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Saturday, June 1 - Sterling Playmakers Presents "Murder of '76"

It is the annual meeting of the Daughters of the American Declaration and all is not well. The guest of honor has not shown up but the police have! Help determine 'who-dun-it'. Ticket price includes dessert.
Where:
Sterling Community Center, 120 Enterprise Street, Sterling, VA 20164
When: 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Who: All welcome
How: Pay at the door
Cost: $5/pp
For more info: http://www.loudoun.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2330
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Saturday, June 1 - Radio King Orchestra

Swing, big band jazz
Where: Reston Town Center Pavilion, Reston Town Center, 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190
When: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://restontowncenter.com/iframe/documents/2013Concerts.pdf
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Kids Eat Free

Eating out with kids can get expensive once everyone's gotten what they want and then they waste half the meal anyway only to be taken home and tossed later. So I made it my goal to start a list of all the locations in the area that have a "Kids Eat Free" night or where kids can eat at discounted rates.

Usually each free kids meal requires 1 adult meal. This is an everchanging list so check before you go and if the policy has changed or if you find out about any other restaurants, please let me know.   Share this list with your friends... let's make this something we can all take advantage of!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AqLdujTuVdYkdHM0eFhMRGZwRXVOTVEzZ2FJQ253NGc


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