Chanukah Celebrated At Herndon Town Square
Menorah lit as community celebrates Festival of Lights.
There was a festive atmosphere on Sunday night as members of the community came to the Herndon Town Square to celebrate Chanukah.
Performing at All American Bowl
Herndon High senior Blake Morgan will perform in premier football game.
Herndon High School senior Blake Morgan was honored at the school auditorium with the presentation of an All-American Bowl jacket from local soldiers, in the company of friends, family, fellow band mates and students. "We are thrilled Blake is representing us," said Herndon High Band Director Kathleen G. Jacoby.
Life Turns on a Dime
After ‘hitting a wall of sand’ on the beach on July 23, 2013 Tucker Winfrey of Herndon and his family have been ‘overwhelmed by the goodness and generosity of the people around them.’
After ‘hitting a wall of sand’ on the beach on July 23, 2013 Tucker Winfrey of Herndon and his family have been ‘overwhelmed by the goodness and generosity of the people around them.’
New Year’s Eve Celebration at ArtSpace Herndon
A New Year’s Eve Celebration is an ArtSpace Herndon signature event. The celebration, on Tuesday, Dec. 31, from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. in historic downtown Herndon, features live music and family-friendly activities both inside and outside the gallery.
‘Dress Up Herndon’ Contest Announced
Town of Herndon residents are invited to deck the halls, hang wreaths, string lights – and nominate their own or their neighbors’ homes for the annual "Dress Up Herndon for the Holidays" Neighborhood Decoration Contest, sponsored by the town’s Cultivating Community Initiative.
Good Neighbor Awards Presented
The Town of Herndon’s annual Good Neighbor Awards were presented on Tuesday, Nov. 26, by Mayor Lisa Merkel and the Herndon Town Council to recipients Dr. Soo Kang and Jung Kang, and Mike and Carol Fleming. Recipients were nominated by town citizens for their kindness and neighborliness. From left: Jung Kang, Mayor Merkel, Soo Kang, Carol Fleming, Mike Fleming, Tooran Shadman (Cultivating Community member, the volunteer group that judges all nominations and selects winners).
Obituary: Grace Jarman Dawson, 93
During the 1960s as a volunteer 4-H club leader, Grace Dawson played a key role in the acquisition and early development of Frying Pan Park.
On Wednesday Nov. 27, 2013, Grace Jarman Dawson, 93, died peacefully at home in Purcellville, Va. She was born on June 3, 1920 in Crozet, Va. to Mattie and George Jarman, one of seven children.
Community Creates Season of Giving
Organizations and individuals step to transform ‘The Holiday Season’ into ‘The Season of Giving.’
Thursday, Thanksgiving, traditionally marks the beginning of "The Holiday Season." The Christmas Shopping Derby will kick off at midnight for many of the big retailers, and the frantic rush of decorating, card sending, gift buying, wrapping, parties, baking, cooking, preparing for visitors or preparing to travel shifts into high gear.
Herndon’s Annual 5K Turkey Trot Brings Out Crowds
November race brings together community.
"Way to go! You are doing great!" cheered Wolf Gottschalk as participants in the 2013 Herndon Turkey Trot ran by Ferndale Avenue near the Herndon Community Center.
Three Birds Seeks Energy Education
Foundation seeks to assist schools with alternative energy solutions.
When Rachel Carson Middle School installed 11 solar panels several years ago, Joseph Plummer was inspired. After all, the students worked to raise more than $40,000 for the installation, which gave them a hands-on chance to learn about alternative energy sources.
Holiday Homes Tour Set for Dec. 7
Annual tour features five homes, will be walkable for the first time.
The Town of Herndon will host its annual Holiday Homes Tour Saturday, Dec. 7, giving visitors a chance to explore five residences and the visions of their owners.
Dranesville Elementary Holds Fun Run
Fun Run attended by all grades called a success.
Dranesville Elementary School in Herndon had a fun run fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 15, with students from third grade through sixth grade gathering at 9:15 a.m.
Herndon Drama Proves ‘Anything’s Possible’
Imagine a tiny world, smaller than the eye can see. Imagine it hurtling through space with no direction. Imagine this little planet, and know that it is possible. By just thinking, anything is possible. Herndon High School masterfully illustrated this power of imagination in their rendering of "Seussical the Musical."
Decline in Sales Tax Threatens Ability of Local Governments to Balance Books
Sequester looms large over revenues across Northern Virginia.
Sales tax revenues are down across Northern Virginia, leading to concerns that balancing the books for the coming fiscal year could be even more of a challenge for budget officials and elected officials in the coming months.
Council for the Arts of Herndon Holds Creative Connection Event
Local artists network at Classical Ballet Theater.
Saturday, Nov.16, the Council for the Arts of Herndon held a networking event at the Classical Ballet Theater, in the Reston-Herndon Office Park. Wine and light refreshments were served, and the event was open to the public. “We had always planned to hold the event at different venues to highlight the arts venues in Herndon,” said Council for the Arts of Herndon (CAH) Director Signe Friedrichs. “The first of these events was held at ArtSpace Herndon.”