Local Businesses

  A new Celebree school is coming to Reston, Virginia, next year. Families are invited to a groundbreaking on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m. at the school’s location, 11109 Sunset Hills Road, Unit 150. Refreshments and activities will be provided, and prospective families will be able to meet franchisee …

My husband and I both work outside the home and travel frequently. Because of this, CHI Au Pair’s program is perfect for us, as we need another adult at home. We have loved all six of our au pairs. They are all loving, wonderful young women. For example, one of …

I had the pleasure of attending both a Stroller Strides and Body Back class at FIT4MOM-Lorton- Springfield-Burke-LakeRidge. Owner Shannon Link personally welcomed me and my sons to the Stroller Strides class. Shannon has created a welcoming, judgment-free environment and community for moms. Regardless of your fitness level, you can feel …

If you’ve not been to Wolf Trap’s Theater-in-the-Woods, add it to your summer bucket list. Across a green meadow and tucked behind the large, impressive Filene Center that seats 7,000, the little Children’s Theater-in-the-Woods sits halfway hidden within a tall, thick batch of trees. The wooden benches are modest, and …

I’m the mom who for years has done the drive-by at ShadowLand, dropping off and picking up kids. My 12 and 16-year olds have a long history with laser tag parties – both the formal ones and the impromptu snow day gatherings. It wasn’t until my 6 year-old daughter picked …

Recently my coworkers asked me to review an Aikido class at the Reston Pilates studio in our office building. It was a last-minute decision so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but was game to give it a try. I arrived early and observed the end of a children’s …

Check out these Mom Reviews of great local businesses in the Washington, DC area! Clay Cafe Chantilly Skyhawk Limousine Sport Bounce of Loudoun ShadowLand B’s Lemongrass Spa Little Lords and Ladies Kid to Kid Rockville The Sugar Cube My Gym Alison’s Boutique Build-A-Bear Workshop PB & Jack

Embrace Your Inner Child at Kinder Haus Toys Stepping into Kinder Haus Toys is a magical moment of being transported to an enormous toy wonderland; and if the parents’ “oohs” and “ahhs” are any indication, a re-living of your childhood! My four-year old daughter stood agape at the rows of …

Come Jump for Joy at Sport Bounce of Loudoun! Driving down the Loudoun County Parkway, you might miss this little gem located in a warehouse/office park.  When I pulled into the parking lot, I was slightly weary and wasn’t sure what to expect, but once I was inside and greeted …

Come Have Some Family Fun at ShadowLand!   I’ve lived in the DC metro area for over 13 years and never once heard anyone mention ShadowLand.  Either I don’t get out much or my kids just aren’t that into laser tag! Recently, though, we tried out the Springfield, VA location. …