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A S'More Trolley to Toyland
The Winter Lights Festival in Gaithersburg puts you in an open-air trolley where you can make S'Mores en route to Toyland. Read »
There's Still Punkin Chunkin to Be Had
The 2012 Punkin Chunkin World Championship will crown another champion this weekend in Delaware, despite the soggy ground Hurricane Sandy left. Read »
Baltimore Gets Organic at the Farmers Market and Bazaar
The annual Baltimore Farmers Market and Bazaar is back, with more organic locally-grown foods as well as one-of-a-kind crafts and gifts. Read »
Killer Zombies Await Your Arrival at the Lorton Prison
In life, you need to stay away from two main things: prison and zombies. Unfortunately, if you attend the Run from the Zombies 5k/1k race, you'll get your dose of both. Read »
Howl-O-Ween With the Fur Kids
A local animal rights organization promotes a good cause with a fun Halloween activity. Read »
Fall Fest Fun - at a Discount
Hayrides, haunted houses, and pick-your-own pumpkins are in store. Read »
Oktoberfest at Baying Hound Aleworks
Head to Rockville for seasonal ales, live music and plenty of bratwurst (obvy). Read »
Haunted Medical Lab Opens in Rockville
Billed as an "urban haunted house," Project 4.1 is constructed to resemble a medical lab gone wrong. Read »
Fourth of July at Mount Vernon
Watch daytime fireworks over the Potomac, eat free birthday cake and witness a naturalization ceremony for 100 new citizens. Read »
Top 10 July Fourth Fests in VA & MD
Check out some of the best spots to enjoy Independence Day away from D.C. (Updated July 3.) Read »
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Got an idea worthy of being featured on Worth The Trip? Let Sarah Pixley know via email: sarah (at) trueiconphoto (dot) com.
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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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