The holidays seem to sneak up on us sooner each year as stores stock up on their holiday supplies and display them sometimes sooner than the previous year. Well Reston, Virginia is no different. The Reston Holiday Parade is just around the corner on November 27th.
This fun-filled parade features Macy's-style balloons, marching bands, musical groups, dancers, antique cars, costume characters, and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus. You can get portraits with Santa Claus and watch as Santa and Mrs. Claus light up Reston Town Center and the holiday tree. You can also join in the sing-a-long with the Reston Chorale and brass quintet.
You don't want to miss out on this exciting event that will bring in the holiday spirit for many. For more information on the parade visit http://www.restontowncenter.com and click on the events calendar.
With winter just around the corner, there are some great, fun activities to do outdoors in the snow. The Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia is a great destination for those winter outdoor activities.
The Homestead is surrounded by the Allegheny Mountains and covers 15,000 acres. It offers 45 of these acres for skiing and snowboarding as well as lessons for those wanting to brush up on their snow sports activities. You can also cross-country ski, snowmobile, go snow tubing and on snowshoeing tours while staying at this Georgian-style resort.
After that long day of skiing, snowboarding or whatever winter activity you engaged in, relax in the Homestead Spa and treat yourself to a nice soothing massage.
There's something for everyone at The Homestead Resort. Visit their Web site www.thehomestead.com for more information on accommodations and other activities you can enjoy.
Are you up for some fun exploration down in some caverns? The Natural Bridge Caverns in Natural Bridge, Virginia are the deepest caverns found along the east coast and were discovered just before the turn of the 20th century and opened to the public in 1977.
Visitors get to descend more than 34 stories deep within the Earth and witness the magnificent display of stalactites and stalagmites as well as the many special features throughout the different caverns. Don't miss out on the Colossal Dome Room which is an enormous dome-shaped cavern that was created over thousands of years.
The Natural Bridge Caverns are open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily and self-guided walking tours last about 45 minutes and begin every 30 minutes. For more information visit the Web site at www.naturalbridgeva.com.
It's time to gear up for the 30th Anniversary Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Arts & Crafts Festival in Richmond, Virginia! This event is held at the Richmond Raceway Complex and features original designs and work from more than 450 talented artists and craftspeople from across America.
This show features anything from glass blowing, to metal work, photography, pottery, special foods, clothing, and so many other things for everyone to experience. There is definitely something for everyone here no matter what style, taste or budget you prefer. You also get to see many of the creative processes in action as many of the exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. The event address is. For more info, go to their website; www.gilmoreshows.com. Get your tickets now for the November 6-9th weekend for this festive display and cross some gifts off your Christmas list!
For all of you fishermen out there, Virginia is a great place to get in some fine fishing. Chickahominy Lake and Chickahominy River are both home to fine fishing for many species. Located in the tidewater region of Virginia and separated by Walker's Dam, you'll find striped bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish, chain pickerel, bowfin, yellow perch, and catfish.
Chickahominy has excellent launch facilities as well as camping facilities on the lake and river, and there are even bass tournaments held in different locations. So pull out those fishing lures, bass boats, and live fish bait and come enjoy some beautiful scenery and fish-filled waters!