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Reston Reboots for Fall
Your fall reset: music, pups, bats, and quick local news you can actually use.
Graham Tracey
September 04, 2025
RESTON REBOOTS FOR FALLLabor Day had us moving a little slower (sunsets > screen time), but consider this our fall kickoff. With school routines back and the evening air finally cooperating, we’re gearing up for a busier season of coverage—think neighborhood trail guides, harvest-time farmers markets, South Lakes & Herndon sports moments, and the arts calendar ramping up at the newly named Leila Gordon Theatre. We’ll keep teaching as we go: what’s changing around Wiehle–Reston East, which community events are worth your time, and the small local stories that make this place feel like home. For this week’s issue, start with a scroll-stopping feature: a South Reston townhome with a kitchen you’ve got to see (design lovers, this one’s for you). Then cue the weekend: Boss-level energy at Reston Station with Bruce In The USA, pups splashing out the season at Dog Daze at the Water Mine, irie vibes at Reggae on the Lake at Lake Anne, and a nighttime peek at our winged neighbors with Bats of Reston. Feeling bookish? The National Book Festival takes over D.C. on Saturday. And don’t miss Quick Hits for the fast stuff—county trash plan pause, JW Marriott progress, Corsica Wine Bar on deck, RCC’s fall guide and more. What’s inside
|  Kathy is eager to get the content machine for the Fall jump-started! |
Feature Story
YOU’VE GOT TO SEE THIS SOUTH RESTON KITCHEN
This might be the most exciting townhome to hit South Reston this year. It's fully renovated, packed with thoughtful custom upgrades, and tucked into a tree-lined corner of the Deepwood community—with no Reston Association fees. You won’t believe the kitchen (trust me, it's a showstopper), and the backyard feels like your own private retreat.
Quick Hits
IN OTHER NEWS
Fairfax County hit pause on its county-run trash collection proposal amid confusion and pushback — expect more outreach before any vote.
The JW Marriott at Reston Station is still on track for a fall launch, part of the broader Reston Row phase.
Corsica Wine Bar is “nearing its debut” at Reston Town Center — taking over the former Mon Ami Gabi space on Democracy Dr.
Reston’s Parabon NanoLabs helped secure the first U.S. conviction distinguishing identical twins via DNA using ultra-deep sequencing — a forensic milestone with local ties.
Herndon wants your input on its Roadway Safety Action Plan; add hazards to the interactive map by Sept. 30.
Reston Community Center’s Fall Guide is out — and the Leila Gordon Theatre name is now official at Hunters Woods.
Reston-based SAIC’s latest quarter topped expectations: net income $127M; adj. EPS $3.63 reported this morning.
Chantilly’s River-Sea Chocolates got a sweet spotlight for its bean-to-bar tours and tastings — a fun nearby day trip.
CARFAX confirmed its HQ move to Reston Station by year’s end, adding to the tenant mix around Wiehle–Reston East.
Reston’s Carahsoft stays busy: sponsoring next week’s Billington Cybersecurity Summit (Sept 9–12) and expanding K–12 cyber offerings with a new threatER partnership.
Curated Events
EVENTS IN RESTON, HERNDON, AND BEYOND
Reston’s saying goodbye to summer with a full-on soundtrack and a splash. Kick off Friday at Reston Station, where Bruce In The USA brings Boss-sized energy under the Silver Line sunset. Saturday, trade guitar riffs for island grooves at Reggae on the Lake at Lake Anne—food, dancing, and serious irie vibes. And earlier that morning, let your four-legged bestie close the season in style at Dog Daze at the Water Mine.
A Final Note
YOU KNOW YOU’RE FROM RESTON WHEN…
“…you can’t stop calling the Wiehle McDonald’s plaza McTacoHut even though it is now McTacoPup.”
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