THE MAY GUIDE

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Our online events calendar features a week-by-week rundown of the region's music, theater, dance, art, comedy and festival events, as well as special events specifically for kids.

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GUIDES

NoVA Happy Hours

We’ve compiled a list of happy hour hot spots that offer more than just your average drink specials.

Guides: Farmers Markets

These outdoor markets provide a unique opportunity to shop, sample and help area farmers, all while saving money…

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Guides: Biking and Jogging Trails

As the beautiful weather continues, take advantage of the warmth to skip the gym and get outside for your exercise routine. The following biking and jogging trails offer a beautiful respite from stuffy gyms…

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Public Parks

Whether small, passive green spaces in urban areas, or more expansive acres offering activities, there are plenty of NoVA parks available.

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ENTERTAINMENT FEATURE

Uprooted Stage

Homeless WSC Avant Bard looking for cozy place to stay.

FEATURES

Summer 2013 Movies: Coming Soon To a Theater Near You

A guide to this year’s best summer movie releases!

Filming the Phantom

The story behind what inspired filmmakers Roger Gastman and Joseph Pattisall to track down one of D.C.’s most infamous graffiti artists, Cool “Disco” Dan.

Nightlife

We all work hard, and it’s time to play hard. While Northern Virginia, technically, doesn’t have any bars (state requirements call for them to be restaurants), we’ve made our way through the region to find the best places to take up some stool real estate.

FACES

Photo by Jonathan Timmes

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Clarendon’s Crooner

SPACES

Photo by Kyle Martell

Patrick Bazin & His Play Kitchen

The esteemed chef shows us where the culinary magic happens at home.

GOLF

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A Taste of Raspberry Golf Management’s Courses

Check out three NoVA courses owned by award-winning Raspberry Golf Management.

CITY SPRAWL

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Ask City Sprawl: On “Celebrity Rehab,” High Altitudes and Sparring with Cabbies

Advice queries from Northern Virginians, or people who’ve been to Northern Virginia one time.

THE GAME PLAN

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The Absolutely Perfect, Totally Illegal Tax Evasion Strategy Guide

In light of the recent IRS scandal, you might want to consider protecting your money like a paranoid, gap-toothed ’49er protects his gold.

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Weekend Plan: Global Dance Party

It’s Thursday morning, but let’s be real: our minds have been on the weekend since Tuesday.

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Last Night: Which Wich Ballston Opening Party

Arlington’s newest sandwich shop.

Captain America: The First Avenger

Where’s ‘Captain America’ Filming Today?

Want to see a movie being made?