Get your little star ready for the spotlight — BY STEVIE ROSENFELD
Whether your child is ready for the spotlight or working up the courage to try, these DMV theater programs offer a welcoming stage for every kind of kid. Is…
Keep kids learning over fall break — By Stevie Rosenfeld
From Spanish immersion and parkour to dinosaur digs and chess strategy, here are the DMV's best programs to keep kids learning and engaged during fall breaks…
Extracurriculars your kids will love — BY STEVIE ROSENFELD
From ballet and martial arts to cooking classes and STEM tutoring, here are some of the DMV's best extracurricular programs to help your child find their thing…
Public school policy changes you need to know — BY TALLULAH RECTOR
Make sure that your kid is prepared for the year ahead by staying informed on these policy changes for the 2026-27 school year. The back-to-school season is…
‘Stage is shifting rapidly’ for high schools: Are states helping them keep up? — By Patrick O'Donnell for The 74
A new report from the XQ Institute finds that while most states offer internships and college credit in high school, none have cracked the hardest challenge…

Parenting

Starry with a chance of meteor showers — By Mary Quattlebaum
Before the Perseid meteor shower lights up the August sky, stock up on these picture books, field guides and graphic novels that will have kids counting down…
Navigating My School DC lottery — By Jenna Dolch
Lottery results can feel disappointing, but families still have options. Here's what to do next, how waitlists work and how to make the most of the My School…
Raising resilient kids — BY LYNNE TICKNOR
Why small challenges today build confidence for tomorrow. Parents want their children to be happy. But happiness alone isn't enough to prepare children for…
Is your child avoiding school? — By Dr. Afifa Adiba, MD
A child psychiatrist explains why school avoidance tied to anxiety is more common than ever — and what parents can do when their child refuses to get out of…

Things To Do

Pop into Bubble Planet this summer — By Stevie Rosenfeld
From the ball pit-style Bubble Pit to a VR add-on, here's what DC-area parents should know about ages, timing, strollers and whether the Fun Pass pays off…
Explore the Depths of Luray Caverns — BY STEVIE ROSENFELD
A parent's guide to timing, cost, ages and which add-on attractions are actually worth the stop. A mix of natural wonder, small-town history and just enough…
145 years of fair food and family fun — BY STEVIE ROSENFELD
Pig races, horse racing, butterfly encounters, live concerts and 145 years of tradition — here's everything you need to know before heading to the Maryland…
Cool off with these local artisan popsicles — BY STEVIE ROSENFELD
From Mexican paletas and Colombian gelato pops to vegan dairy-free treats and boozy flavors for parents, here's where to find the DMV's best artisan popsicles…
Local sandwich shops worth visiting — BY MIRANDA SIMPSON
Keep the whole family happy with casual atmospheres and kid-approved custom sandwich menus across DC, Maryland and Virginia. Looking for a mouth-watering…
Enjoy the last bits of summer with these August events — BY STEVIE ROSENFELD
From Renaissance festivals and county fairs to waterfront movie nights and glowing lanterns on the Potomac, here's how to fill the final weeks of summer across…
Celebrate Labor Day the DMV way — By Jenna Dolch
From waterfront festivals and concerts to fairs, parades and family-friendly celebrations, here are some of the best ways to spend Labor Day weekend around DC…
Enjoy Takoma Park with the family — BY MIRANDA SIMPSON
Parks, farmers markets, free concerts and more: Here's how to spend a great day in one of Maryland's most charming neighborhoods. Takoma Park earns its…
DC Events August 2026
Prince William County Fair. Aug. 1-8. Northern Virginia's biggest fair returns with rides, festival food, animals and entertainment. It runs for eight days, so…

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