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Books and Resources to be Fire Safe

October 15, 2008

Each summer when we go to the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair Little Miss Techie and Captain Computer love visiting the area where our county fire and rescue department have displayed the best hook and ladders, pumper trucks, ambulances, and other fire and rescue vehicles. While our children love looking at the equipment, stopping to talk to the rescue workers is also very educational. Last  Read more...

Fire Prevention Week

September 30, 2008

When I hear Fire Prevention Week , I don't immediately start packing up the kids to join in the fun, but it seems that I should. To commemorate Fire Prevention Week (October 5 - October 11), all Fairfax County fire and rescue stations are holding open houses on Saturday, October 11 from 10-4. The press release promises displays and activities on fire safety, including preventing fires and fire  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in Washington

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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