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Alexandria Food & Wine Fest: June 22
Taste signature eats from Alexandria restaurants such as Clyde's, Caprese Mexican Grill and Theismann's Restaurant. Read »
Dose of Reality: AFI Docs
Every hungry film maker has to start somewhere and the AFI Docs film festival in Silver Spring, Md., will catapult a few chosen ones to success. Read »
Monday, Jun 17, 2013 at 5:07 PM
Preview: AFI Docs Film Fest
The AFI Docs film fest (June 19-23) will offer a new view of some of the world's most fascinating events and people, from Ernest Hemingway to Jackie Kennedy. Watch »
Making Waves at the Hampton Cup Regatta
The 88th annual Hampton Cup Regatta will have 75+ hydroplanes displaying their need for speed. Read »
A Mountain Adventure, a La Carte
A trip to Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing just outside of Roanoke, VA could lead to a severe case of over indulgence--and that's not really a bad thing. Read »
Virgin America Puts Alaska On Sale
There's a new and cheaper way to escape D.C.'s sweltering summer: Luxe airline Virgin America is offering a fare sale for trips to Anchorage, Alaska. Read »
A Look Inside James Madison's Montpelier
If you've never been to Montpelier, click through for an inside look at the... See Full Gallery »
Celebrate Fairfax!
Celebrate Fairfax! -- held the weekend of June 7-9 -- featured concerts, carnival... See Full Gallery »
Barboursville: Wine Among Ruins
Barboursville Vineyard doesn't just have a Northern Italy-inspired aesthetic; it... See Full Gallery »
Vintage Virginia Wine & Food Fest.
Top chefs and ever-popular food trucks will serve up an array of Virginia-inspired dishes, and nearly half of Virginia's wineries will be on-site for tastings. Read »
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Sarah Pixley
Sarah is a freelance photographer and the founder of True Icon Photo. When she's not snapping photos of a ridiculous amount of objects, she spends her time enjoying the splendor of D.C. life. Send her tips and ideas: sarah (at) trueiconphoto (dot) com.
Carissa DiMargo
Carissa DiMargo edits The Scene on NBCWashington.com, focusing on D.C. style, restos, arts & quirk. She once brought a shopping cart into a Pizza Hut. Follow her on Twitter @dcscene.
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