
6 books by local authors to read this summer
Summer reading lists aren’t just for students. This season, whether soaking up the sun or inside with the AC blasting, flip through these six genre-spanning tomes, all written by Northern Virginia authors.

Everything you need to know to create the perfect game night
Local World Boardgaming Championships competitor Matt Calkins shares his top tips, and gives us insight into what board games can teach you about life.

From eating outside to moving apartments: What we’re looking forward to this week, June 8-14
This week, the Northern Virginia Magazine editorial team is looking forward to al fresco dining, movies, summertime with the kids, skin care, camping and setting up a new home.

Danielle Romanetti on the benefits of knitting and how to start
Here, the fibre space owner offers her top tips for beginners, and answers questions about how her popular Alexandria store is handling the pandemic.

10 products that’ll turn your backyard into a child’s paradise
Your kids are going to be spending quite a bit of time at home this summer. Here are a few items that will help them have even more fun.

8 livestreamed concerts to entertain you from home this week
Your favorite bands may not be coming to NoVA this summer, but you can still rock out at home.