Valentine Day 2014: Fairfax County Virginia

Friday, February 8, 2013

"The Gray Ghost" of Herndon Virginia

The Sesquicentennial of the Civil War

Fairfax County, Virgina - the hub of Civil War history.

In Fairfax County in the year 1863, there wasn't a soul in the city or countryside who didn't know the name John Singleton Mosby. Also known as "The Gray Ghost", Mosby was a small-town lawyer, turned ingenious Confederate citizen soldier who struck fear in the hearts of his Union counterparts.

Mosby first enlisted after Virginia seceded from the Union as a member of the 1st Virginia Cavalry. His study of military history led him to believe that a small number of men staying at safe houses over a large rural area could launch devastating surprise attacks by day or night that would weaken the enemy's morale and tie up troops that would otherwise threaten the main Confederate forces. He was right. And the raids he led became the stuff of legend.

The 150th anniversary commemorations of two of his famous raids will take place this March:

Mosby's Fairfax Raid, March 9th. The early morning capture of Union General Edwin Stoughton, 18 armed men and several horses—without firing a single shot—is Mosby's most storied achievement.
Mosby's Raid on Herndon Station, March 17th. The Saint Patrick's Day skirmish will take place once again as reenactors capture 25 members of the 1st Vermont Cavalry.

After the war, Mosby moved on, befriending President Grant and working for Uncle Sam. But his service to the south is still legend in Northern Virginia. While here for the sesquicentennial, be sure to visit The Stuart-Mosby Civil War Cavalry Museum in Centreville and follow in his footsteps down the Route 50 corridor. The Mosby Heritage Area Association website has even more ideas to round out your experience.

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Monday, January 14, 2013

The Northern Virginia Gateway - Fairfax County Virginia

Attractions & Things to do in Reston, VA - FXVA

Fairfax County Virginia

Herndon and Reston VA attractions

from visitfairfax.com

Herndon and Reston VA offer a plethora of amenities and great things to do. In fact, Reston Virginia was actually the first post-war planned community in America, and now holds the title of "most populous city in Fairfax County." That being said, you won't be left without something to entertain you. But fret not, both of these cities still hold on to the small town charm they've always had. Take a look at the list below and find several activities that are sure to provide days of entertainment.

ArtSpace Herndon
750 Center Street, Herndon, VA 20172
ArtSpace Herndon is a community art gallery created and supported by art lovers in the greater Herndon area. ArtSpace Herndon is a gathering place to celebrate the arts, showcasing artwork and events …
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Council for the Arts of Herndon
730 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20172
CAH creates opportunities for local artists to showcase their talents, provides local arts programming, fosters the development of artists and audiences, and improves opportunities for people who have…
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Frying Pan Farm Park
2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
Frying Pan Farm Park recreates a time of great transition in rural America, from the 1920s to the 1940s, which included the advent of the tractor, the milking machine, mechanical bailers among many ad…
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Industrial Strength Theatre
269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon, VA 20170
Industrial Strength Theatre's Elden Street Players were founded in 1988 and have been committed to providing affordable, high-quality theatrical productions. As a community theatre, our all…
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Jo Ann Rose Gallery
1609-A Washington Plaza, Reston, VA 20190
The Jo Ann Rose Gallery is located at the Lake Anne Village Center, the center of historic Reston. With its professional art exhibitions, adjacent warming kitchen (rented separately), and convenient a…
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Lake Anne Plaza
1609 Washington Plaza N., Reston, VA 20190
Lake Anne Plaza is the historic “heart and soul” of Reston, Virginia and the center of local living in our community. Reminiscent of a European coastal village where people live, work and play, this …
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Lake Fairfax Park
1400 Lake Fairfax Dr., Reston, VA 20190
Lake Fairfax Park's 476 acres include an 18-acre lake, The Water Mine - an outdoor swimming pool enveloped by a lazy river, seasonal fishing, campgrounds, picnic areas, trails, party areas, a carousel…
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Reston Museum
1639 Washington Plaza, Reston, VA 20190
The Reston Museum offers walking tours, community exhibits and children’s workshops, and features a collection of materials related to Reston's history from 1965 to the present. These materials includ…
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Reston Town Center
11900 Market St., Reston, VA 20190
Reston Town Center combines elements of the ideal downtown: the vitality of an Italian piazza, the diversity of a French boulevard. Fountain Square serves as a beautiful centerpiece for the open air p…
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Reston Zoo
1228 Hunter Mill Rd., Vienna, VA 22182
A 30-acre, family-friendly zoo, the Reston Zoo’s “Zoofari” wagon rides take young and old to see zebras, antelope, bison, ostrich, and more. The zoo also features alligators, camels, a reptile house, …
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SkateQuest Ice Rink
1800 Michael Faraday Ct., Reston, VA 20190
SkateQuest Ice Rink’s main attraction is public skating sessions. Get out on the ice and join us!
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Woody's Golf Range
11801 Leesburg Pike, Herndon, VA 20170
Offering award-winning Miniature Golf (Perils of the Lost Jungle), a Driving Range with artificial and Bermuda Grass tees, Batting Cages and the ONLY PGA sanctioned driving range game (Ironmasters Cha…
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