Attendees enjoyed Praline Bakery & Bistro sweets, Black Elk wine and light bites in the beautiful Italian kitchen and bath showroom.

Jessica Waters, assistant professor in the Department of Justice, Law & Society at American University, along with her husband Doug Ward, held a fundraiser for the Children's Law Center (CLC), www.childrenslawcenter.org, at Boffi Georgetown, www.boffigeorgetown.com, 3320 M St. NW in Cady's Alley on Saturday evening, November 3rd.

The Third Annual Loudoun Bluegrass Festival will take place on Saturday May 12, 2012, from 10 to 9p. The Festival is presented by Rotary Club of Dulles International Airport, and all profits help pay college tuition for five local and deserving students who could not otherwise afford to go to college. The Festival will be held at the Loudoun County 4H Fairgrounds at 17558 Dry Mill Road in Leesburg.

From Fairfax County:

Since ancient times, man has gazed skyward, watching the stars, planets and other celestial objects in an effort to better understand the heavens above. That tradition continues on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Riverbend Park’s Night Sky Festival.

Enjoy guided star gazing, looking through the telescope and listening to ancient stories about the constellations around the campfire. The program runs from 6 to 8 p.m. Jupiter is the evening’s featured planet. Riverbend Park staff will organize games and other activities throughout the evening. Hot chocolate and snacks will be available for purchase. Program cost is $5 per person call 703-222-4664 to register.