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Kooky Reston Turned Pretty
RTC lots are fuller, and so is your calendar. Paddle at sunset, see a sharp Herndon play, catch MasterChef live, and more.
Graham Tracey
September 18, 2025
KOOKY RESTONBack-to-school Reston is here, and you can feel it. The 267 merge crawls, RTC lots take an extra lap, and Silver Line cars fill fast. So this week leans into the buzz: a golden-hour paddle on Lake Anne, a sharp Herndon play, MasterChef on stage, and art after hours in Town Center. We also map TSITP characters to real neighborhoods and drop by Kook Dogg for an easy night out. What’s inside
| Are you watching The Summer I Turned Pretty? We had some fun with the characters in this edition! |
Feature Story
IF THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY TOOK PLACE IN RESTON & HERNDON
Are you watching The Summer I Turned Pretty? We had a little fun imagining where each character would live if they relocated to Reston or Herndon—and we think we nailed the vibes. From Lake Anne townhomes to high-rises in Town Center, these local spots practically are the characters. Check out the carousel and tell us—did we get the matches right?
Around Town
KOOK DOGG CAFE: RESTON’S EASY NIGHT OUT
On the hunt for an easy Reston hangout? I checked out Kook Dogg Cafe at RTC West for burrata and heirloom tomatoes from the Reston Farmers Market, a Guinness-braised short rib, and a classic Margherita pizza alongside a great craft beer lineup. Happy hour runs daily, and Trivia Wednesdays are popular, so plan ahead. Watch the quick video and get all the details in the blog.
Quick Hits
IN OTHER NEWS
The Reston Multicultural Festival returns Sept. 20, featuring music, dance, crafts, and family activities.
Reston Town Center lands Smash Mouth to headline a Shrek-themed fall concert.
New dining at RTC is close: Corsica Wine Bar says it’s on track to open this month.
Herndon is seeking input on its streets: the town’s Roadway Safety Action Plan survey is open through Sept. 30.
A staff report finds Herndon’s tree canopy is growing but still trails neighbors.
Police arrested a suspect tied to camera thefts and arson attempts at Herndon’s Sunset Business Park.
Metro riders take note: on Sept. 27–28, buses will replace trains between Foggy Bottom and Courthouse on the Orange/Silver lines.
Hunter Mill Supervisor Walter Alcorn urges Dominion to agree to a replanting plan after 374 trees were cleared along the W&OD Trail.
In McNair Farms, a proposal would ban boat parking on public roads via a Community Parking District.
At Reston Station, a long-planned hotel/condo project remains on schedule, with the JW Marriott expected to launch this fall.
Curated Events
EVENTS IN RESTON, HERNDON, AND BEYOND
September in Reston feels like two seasons at once: water and woods, then lights and stories. We ease in on Lake Anne at golden hour and trade notes with neighbors on a short nature walk. By Saturday the stage calls in Herndon with a smart, funny play. Midweek you can pick your flavor, from a big TV-style cookoff to a relaxed senior matinee to art after hours in Town Center.
A Final Note
YOU KNOW YOU’RE FROM RESTON WHEN…
“…the Wiehle-Reston East escalator decides whether you sprint or grab coffee.”
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