Lifestyle
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From Patsy Cline to cantaloupes: 15 quirky summer festivals in Virginia
Check out these 15 quirky festivals for a unique summer experience in Virginia.
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Virginia’s 10 best summer hiking trails
Lace up your boots: We’re taking an in-depth look at some of the commonwealth’s best hiking trails. From beginner hills to extreme climbs, you’ll be ready to hit the path with these walks.
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Inside scoop: 10 unique VA ice cream shops to visit for National Ice Cream Month
With the hot summer temperatures upon us, be sure to stop by a local Virginia creamery to celebrate National Ice Cream Month.
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Midsummer magic: Unique ways to celebrate VA’s Summer Solstice this weekend
Bask in the greatness of summer by attending one of the summer solstice festivals happening in Virginia.
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Celebrate Great Outdoors Month at a unique Virginia State Park
June is National Great Outdoors Month, and with the weather heating up, now is the perfect time to visit Virginia’s plethora of state parks.
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Free meals for kids: A look into Virginia’s summer feeding programs
No child should have to go without food during the summer, but many families struggle to fill their tables when school is out. Thanks to federal, state, and local programs, summer can remain a fun and carefree time for many Virginians. Here’s how the people behind summer feeding programs are bridging the childhood hunger gap.
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These 5 Virginia cat cafes are the cat’s meow
Cat cafes mix playful interactions with four-legged friends with sweet treats—and there are a multitude of locations doing just that across Virginia.
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Virginia cities rank among the worst for grass allergies this summer
Virginia cities rank among the worst for grass allergies this summer. Rankings were based on allergy risk, exacerbators, and access to detection and treatment resources.
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Female White House chef duo has dished up culinary diplomacy at state dinners for nearly a decade
The White House Executive Pastry Chef, Susie Morrison, started at the executive mansion as a contract pastry employee in 1995 while she was working at a hotel in northern Virginia.
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5 ways to enjoy a date day along Virginia’s coast
Virginia is for Lovers—and we’ve got five of the best ideas to romance your partner along the commonwealth’s coastline.
