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Hidden Libraries That Hold America’s Literary Treasures

The Folger Shakespeare Library: A Vault of Elizabethan Secrets The Folger Shakespeare Library: A Vault of Elizabethan Secrets (image credits: wikimedia) Tucked just steps from the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., the Folger Shakespeare Library is a true marvel for lovers of literature and history. Many people walk past its understated façade every day without ... Read more The post Hidden Libraries That Hold America’s Literary Treasures appeared first on Festivaltopia .

Washington, DC · 3d

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Weekend Round Up November 5, 2026

This Weekend Round-Up starts tonight: It’s Lalo Tequila night at the Ritz-Carlton. On Saturday, sample suds at the Fall DC Beer Fest. Do you hanker for hot cider? Then grab your helmet for a 10-, 30- or 60-mile ride benefiting the Washington Area Bicyclist Association. This weekend’s dance experiences: disco at the Phillips Collection and Bharatanatyam and Bollywood fusion at Dance Loft on 14.

Washington, DC · 22h
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Outdoor Fall Fun and More in Frederick: Nov. 6-7

Don’t have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in Frederick, including a local folklore festival and a Sasquatch hunt!. Folkways are the traditions that give a place its unique identity. Learn more about Frederick County’s at this fireside music and arts event at Snook Family Agricultural Center.

Frederick, MD · 3d
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Port Tobacco Players Presents An Encore Presentation Of “Unseen Hooks: The La Plata Tornadoes Of 1926 & 2002”

The following is a press release from Port Tobacco Players. Winner of Best Documentary at the 2026 Utopia Film Festival. Join us for the encore presentation of the documentary Unseen Hooks. Discover the chaos and horror of a town experiencing not one but two devastating tornadoes in less than a century, along with remarkable stories of heroism, resilience, stoicism, and even humor. Learn how the disaster became the catalyst for building a consolidated school and full-service hospital and establishing the county’s first volunteer fire department. Experience the powerful story of how a community came together, overcame unimaginable trauma and destruction, and learned to rise and build again.

La Plata, MD · 2d
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McLean Art Gallery welcomes new exhibit, prepares for 2027 closure

Time is ticking down on the McLean Art Society’s stay at the Chesterbrook Shopping Center. The nonprofit will welcome a new exhibit titled “City Life” to its McLean Art Gallery tomorrow (Wednesday) that’s now expected to be one of the last in the pop-up space at 6224B Old Dominion Drive.

Mclean, VA · 2d

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Sharon Virts prescribes the perfect fall read for every kind of reader

There's something about fall that makes people want to curl up with a good book. Whether it's a mystery by the fire, a chilling page-turner for Halloween season, or a comforting story for a rainy afternoon, autumn has become the unofficial season of reading. Bestselling Historical Fiction Author Sharon Virts...

Leesburg, VA · 17h

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Disney’s “Frozen” Brings the Magic of Arendelle to Manassas

Get Your Tickets Today! Several shows are already sold out!. Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory presents the full-length Broadway musical at the Hylton Performing Arts Center Nov. 20 to 29. When newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally unleashes her hidden powers, trapping Arendelle in an eternal winter, her fearless younger sister...

Manassas, VA · 1d

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Close to Home: Jochums add their own chapter to townhouse’s long-standing story

A stately Federal townhouse on Oronoco Street is witness to more than two centuries of Alexandria’s rich history. The home was built in 1795 as an investment for John Potts Jr., the first secretary of George Washington’s Potomac Company. In 1799, he deeded the property for $12,000 to William Fitzhugh of Chatham, a former delegate to the Continental Congress.

Alexandria, VA · 1d

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Northern Virginia Library Updates: Construction, Safety Concerns, Affordable Housing, and VA Library of the Year

Northern Virginia libraries have been making news. The George Mason Regional Library is currently closed for a two-year renovation, the Vienna-Carter Library construction is underway, and more. Here’s a roundup of local library news. Reston Regional Library Addresses Safety Concerns. Reston Regional Library sits next to the Embry Rucker...

Vienna, VA · 23h

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Santa, Milk & Honey and more coming to Tysons Corner Center this holiday season

Santa Claus is coming to Tysons Corner Center tomorrow (Friday), ushering in what promises to be a busy winter holiday season at the D.C. region’s biggest mall. Returning to Tysons Corner Center for a 39th year, the big man in red will be stationed for photos on the mall’s lower level near Wasabi starting at 11 a.m. tomorrow through Christmas Eve (Dec. 24).

Tysons, VA · 21h

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Christmas at VAWFSC: Make a Difference This Holiday Season

Provided by Virginia Women and Family Support Center. At Virginia Women and Family Support Center, they believe every family deserves joy, warmth, and celebration during the holidays. No child should miss out on the wonder of opening a gift, and no parent should feel alone in providing for their children.

Manassas, VA · 1d

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From Seinfeld To The Muppets: 10 Famous People Who Attended The University Of Maryland

COLLEGE PARK, Md. — The University of Maryland is one of our state’s most recognized institutions, but did you know that a plethora of famous writers, actors and CEOs attended UMD over the years? Between the comedic genius of Larry David and the CEO of Under Armour, we’ve identified 10 famous individuals who are proud alumni of the University of Maryland.

College Park, MD · 3d

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This Maryland Musical Wonderland Is a Huge Destination for Guitar Players and Gear Fans

Some of the instruments at this Maryland music store stay in warehouses because there simply isn’t enough showroom space. That’s a remarkable problem for a shop already packed with guitars, amplifiers, pedals, and equipment for just about every kind of musician. Guitar fans can browse electric and acoustic...

Maryland · 2d

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Documentary about La Plata tornados airs on 100th anniversary

Stanley Preston was eating dinner at the Charles Restaurant and Bar in La Plata after a day of filming a documentary when it dawned on him that he was sitting in an area that saw devastation. “It’s incredible that we’re sitting here after seeing what the 2002 tornado did to the town,” Preston, director of the documentary “Unseen Hooks,” said. The documentary was going to be only about the 1926 tornado, which swept through La Plata a century ago and killed 13 children and two adults, but many people still alive today remember the 2002 tornado, Anthony Puzzilla, historian and executive producer of the documentary, said. The documentary tells the story of how La Plata was struck by two of the most powerful tornadoes on record. It will be shown on Nov. 9 on Maryland Public Television, 100 years after the 1926 tornado, and was shown at the Utopia Film Festival in Greenbelt last month. “It just seemed like a meteorological anomaly,” Preston said. “They’re still amazed that it could even happen.” While the town is still known for its tornadoes, it gained relationships with other jurisdictions, Mayor Jeannine E. James said during the screening premier of the documentary on

La Plata, MD · 2d

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Veterans Day 2026: Discounts & Deals

Here is a list of local businesses providing discounts and freebies for Veterans Day 2026. Offers are subject to change and may vary by location. Some promotions are available only at participating locations. Veterans should bring proof of military service, such as a military ID, VA card, DD214 or other accepted documentation.

Fredericksburg, VA · 2d

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Reston Community Players’ ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ lets the good times roll

Once Upon a Mattress is a beloved musical featuring music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and a book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. Reston Community Players’ version is set in 1920s New Orleans with doses of Mardi Gras inserted throughout the visual elements of the production. Rather than hearing a traditional overture at the beginning, the audience is greeted by the Minstrel (Jonathan Grygiel) dressed as a cordial Southern Gentleman to tell the classic tale of the Princess and the Pea. Grygiel immediately captivates us with his smooth, Benoit Blanc-style persona and beautiful vocal performance.

Reston, VA · 1d

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Tove Lo Announces 2027 U.S. Estrus Tour Dates

Tove Lo announced a nine-date U.S. run for 2027, extending her Estrus Tour into the spring. The shows follow the September release of her sixth studio album, ESTRUS. The tour opens in Texas with stops in Dallas on April 19, followed by Houston on April 20. Shows follow in Raleigh on April 23 and Washington, D.C. on April 24. Tove Lo then plays in Philadelphia on April 26 and in Boston on April 27.

Morrison, CO · 2d

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PHOTOS: Thousands pack Lee Street in Old Town for Halloween

It was a picture-perfect Halloween on Saturday, and thousands of costumed heroes, villains, monsters and historical figures took to the streets in Alexandria. With appearances by characters like George and Martha Washington, Dr. Doom and Harry Potter, S. Lee Street in Old Town was also closed off for its traditional Halloween block party, which started around 5 p.m. and lasted several hours.

Alexandria, VA · 3d