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6 NoVA Tutoring Programs to Kickstart Academic Success in 2024
Help give children a competitive edge this year with tutoring programs for every subject imaginable.
The Extra Mile: How Extracurricular Activities Impact College Admissions
Sports, clubs, and other out-of-school activities can be important factors in college admissions. What do colleges want to see? We asked NoVA experts.
5 Adorable Accessories to Add to Your Pet’s Winter Wardrobe
Keep your pooch stylish and warm all winter long.
Pets of the Month: Give These 5 Pets New Homes
A friendly pup, a set of bonded cats, and a duo of bunnies are in search of forever homes.
Arlington Looks for Pet Foster Families for the Holidays
Bring a shelter pet home to stay with you through January 5, and you get half off the adoption fee if you decide to keep them.
Winter Break: 6 Ways to Keep the Kids Busy in NoVA and DC
Whether your children love to play, read, or spend time outdoors, there are multiple options for how to spend your family’s winter break this year.
What Parents Need to Know Before Gifting a Child a Smartphone
A Children’s National Hospital doctor spells out the pros and cons of giving children and preteens cellphones.
Celebrate Jolabokaflod with These 7 Books from 2023 by NoVA Authors
Celebrate the Icelandic tradition of a Christmas “book flood” by giving and reading these local books.
Meet Aladdin the Camel, Mount Vernon’s Strangest — and Most Adorable — Holiday Tradition
George Washington once paid to bring a camel to his estate. Now, this lovable creature spends every holiday season at Mount Vernon.
New Regulations Will Limit Light Pollution Around Turner Farm Park Observatory
The park in Great Falls is a great spot for observing the sky. New rules on outdoor lighting will help keep it that way.
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