Washington National Cathedral Christmas Event at DC

The sixth largest cathedral in the world, Washington National Cathedral, awaits everybody to join them in the celebration of Christmas 2009.

December 12 and 13 – Opening procession of the advent wreath with the festive concert as part of their Christmas tradition. This includes favorite carols for all to sing, including the world's premiere of a Christmas carol by the renowned American composer Lee Hoiby, and features the Heritage Signature Chorale. Tickets: $20-$80.

December 19, 2009. 2pm. This joyous event is designed for children and welcomes the birth of the baby Jesus. Free and open to the public.

December 25, 5:15pm. Free concert on Christmas Day by Cathedral organist, Scott Dettra and sit with Cathedral's Great Choir to experience the performance.

National Cathedral Greenhouse, Herb Cottage, and Museum Store are offering choices for your Christmas shopping.

A suburban hotel, Comfort Inn Gunston Corner, 17 miles south of DC is a convenient place to stay. Please call us directly at 703-643-3100 or make reservation online www.cigunston .com.

Mount Vernon by Candlelight

Join Mount Vernon staff in an enchanting event of candlelight tours, fireside caroling, and hot cider and ginger cookies. This is the only time of year the estate is open to the public for special evening tours. Tours include dancing, merry music, and holiday shopping until 9 pm. Have a holiday cheer at historic Mount Vernon on November 27-29, December 4-6, or December 11-13. Please go to MountVernon.org to purchase tickets.

Comfort Inn Gunston Corner is just 5 miles away from Mount Vernon. To have more time to visit more historical places this Christmas season, call directly at 703-643-3100 or visit the website www.cigunston.com.

New Dominion Choraliers

A holiday celebration with the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra and Brass Lite is taking place at the Hylton Memorial Chapel and Event Center on Saturday (730pm)and Sunday (330pm)this week December 5-6, 2009. Special guest performance of pianist Olga Kovalchuk is an important highlight of this event. The New Dominion Choraliers of Prince William County, Inc. (NDC) is an award-winning chorus of dedicated amateur and professional musicians. Ticket prices are at $10 for adults/$5 for students and seniors and children 4 years and under are FREE. For more information call (703) 590-2147 or (703) 590-3995 or go online at www.newdominionchoraliers.org for details.

Looking for hotel accommodations just 8 miles away from the event place is the Comfort Inn Gunston Corner located in Lorton, VA. Call the hotel directly for holiday special rates at (703) 643-3100 or book online at www.cigunston.com.

The Collector’s Showcase

This event is the 3rd Annual Fundraising Event to benefit the Workhouse Arts Center. Artwork on view starts on November 25- December 12, 2009. Pillow Talk, which is wine tasting, gift raffle, and silent auction of one-of-a- kind designer pillows on December 12, 2009 at 6pm-8pm. Fete d’Etoile, a festival of stars will launch fine food, fine art, and fine dancing from 8 pm to 11 pm. Come and celebrate ART with friend! Eat, drink, and dance the night away.

If you need a nice and comfortable place to stay, make reservation at Comfort Inn Gunston Corner, 2 miles away from the Workhouse Arts Center via Lorton Road. Call directly at 703-643-3100 or reserved through www.cigunston.com.

Annual Feast of Sharing at DC

This Thanksgiving season, Salvation Army, Safeway, Sun Trust,The District of Columbia-Office on Aging, and other organizations will sponsor this one-day “Feast of Sharing” at Washington Convention Center Hall D- 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW Washington, DC. There will be free traditional turkey meal, health screenings including free vaccinations, giveaways, job fair, training, and employment opportunities. Public transportation is highly encouraged.

You can stay at Comfort Inn Gunston Corner which is 5 miles away from Springfield Metro Station. Call directly at 703-643-3100 and visit the website www.cigunstton.com

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

More than 350 artisans will demonstrate, display and sell their fantastic creations in pottery, jewelry, fashion, home décor, furniture, home accessories, items for the garden, specialty gourmet foods, and photography. The show also features interactive demonstration, speed painting, children’s entertainment, and live music. This festival will also introduce new and emerging artists showcasing the latest trends in handmade fashion and accessories, jewelry, and fine arts.
Lovers of fine crafts and art are invited to witness this event on November 20, 21, and 22 at Montgomery Co. Fairgrounds Gaithersburg, MD. Parking is free.
For more details and other events, visit their website http://www.sugarloafcrafts.com/.

If you are heading south of DC, come and stay with us at Comfort Inn Gunston Corner, and have a chance to visit other historical places nearby. Please call directly at 703-643-3100 or visit the website www.cigunston.com.

Bull Run Festival of Lights and Holiday Village

The Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority is again offering the Bull Run Festival of Lights and Holiday Village. It is now on its third year. Wind your way through 21/2 miles of festive lights this holiday season at the Bull Run Park and be sure to stop by the Holiday Village at the end.

The Festival of Lights is open November 25, 2009 through January 10, 2010 and the Holiday Village is open on selected nights. Visit http://www.nvrpa.org for more information about fees and schedules.

Just 2 miles from the festival is the Comfort Inn Gunston Corner in Lorton, VA. Call the hotel directly at (703) 643-3100 for holiday specials or book online at www.cigunston.com.