A Herndon house fire caused nearly $30,000 in damages, according to fire investigators.
The fire started in the two-story, single-family home on the 12400 block of Willows Falls Drive on Monday (Feb. 3). Three people were at home around 5 p.m. that day when the fire started.
No injuries were reported.
According to the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, the fire started on the second floor of the home. The cause of the fire has not been released yet.
Nine people were displaced because of the incident.
Local photographer Charlotte Geary will discuss why Reston is “uniquely captivating” at an event hosted by the Reston Historic Trust and Museum and Reston Community Center next week.
Geary, who moved to Reston nine years ago, will present a slideshow and discussion of Reston’s photographs on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at Reston Community Center Lake Anne (1609 Washington Plaza-N).
Here’s more about the event from the organizers:
Ever since moving to Reston nine years ago, Charlotte has felt impelled to photograph the lifestyle and scenery of this community. What makes Reston particularly appealing to a photographer? Charlotte will discuss the influence of Reston’s unique aesthetics, opportunities, and people.
In addition to her own contemporary images, Charlotte will present historic photos from the Reston Museum’s collection, to demonstrate consistent themes in photos of Reston over the years. She will also offer tips for taking great photos of places and people, with suggestions for photographers of any skill level.
Geary and her family live at Lake Anne Plaza. As a commercial photographer, she specializes in lifestyle marketing, portraits and events and often photographs events in Reston.
The event is free and open to all.
Photo by Charlotte Geary
The Naderi Center for Plastic Surgery & Dermatology has relocated its offices from Herndon to Reston, according to a company release.
Facial plastic surgeon and founder Shervin Naderi says the move will improve patient’s access to specialized and advanced surgical care. The new location (1850 Town Center Parkway, Pavilion II, Suite 551), is within the Reston Hospital campus.
Here’s more from Tuesday press release:
Other benefits include easy access to Metro transportation, free parking, valet parking at a nominal cost and a convenient location on the hospital campus with plenty of accommodations and eateries nearby. Being on an HCA Hospital campus also provides extra unparalleled safety.
With two locations, one in Chevy Chase, MD, and the new office in Reston, VA, Dr. Naderi and his team will be able to better serve both local and out-of-town patients. Dr. Naderi says that he’s always been focused on providing exceptional service for patients and ensures that their needs are put first. He emphasized, “We never double book or rush patients through an appointment. I want patients to be treated like my own family, with the same care, respect, and attention to detail I’d give them.”
The center has one other location in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Free garage and surface parking is available at the Reston location, as well as valet parking for a fee.
Photo courtesy The Naderia Center/Facebook
A company that specializes in delivering vitamin infusions created by its medical professionals will celebrate its grand opening next week.
Core IV Therapy recently opened at 1900 Campus Commons Drive. It offers “on-demand vitamin IV hydration,” according to its website. Customers request concierge mobile services in Northern Virginia or make an appointment at the Reston location.
Here’s more from the company:
We specialize in providing a fast and effective way to deliver hydration, vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes right into your bloodstream for 100% absorption and bioavailability by one of our experienced and knowledgeable medical professionals.
Our drips are designed to help you achieve increase energy, enhanced mood, improved stamina and muscle recovery, decreased stress and anxiety, better immunity, hydration, improved skin, and overall wellness just to name a few.
A grand opening ceremony with the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce is set for Wednesday, Feb. 12. from 3-5 p.m.
Image via Core IV/YouTube
Reston Sophomore Helps Elementary School Students — “South Lakes High sophomore Andrew built a simple sitting bench last summer for the fun of it. He then considered building an improved bench that he could donate to a worthy cause. A few brainstorms later, he contacted Herndon Elementary garden lady Jill Vinson and floated the idea of creating a planters table.” [Fairfax County Public Schools]
A Senior Caught in a Dating Scam — A 72-year-old senior from Reston shares a story about how she was caught in an online dating scam. She says the man convinced her to sell her condo and give him large amounts of cash. [WAMU]
Reston Association Seeks Volunteers for Design Review Board — Lisa Heath, the DRB’s meeting manager, discusses the need for architects, land planners and landscape architects on the board. [Reston Today]
Photo via vantagehill/Flickr
The garage at Innovation Center Metro Station is nearly complete.
The $52 million project is almost entirely built-out. Crews must now install elevators, finish installing utilities and complete the final concrete work outside the garage.
Metro officials said the project required $5 million less than what was originally allocated.
Construction on the 11-mile extension of the Silver Line is also nearly complete, but concerns about deficiencies in the concrete panels and concrete ties have stalled the project.
Currently, site inspections and safety testing are ongoing. Previously approved shutdowns for the Wiehle-Reston East Station on weekends were canceled due to pending system integration work.
Metro does not plan to accept the rail project the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority until both the rail yard and mainline tracks are complete. The start of service is expected to begin by October this year.
Photos via handout/Fairfax County Government
Cafesano’s cafe in South Lakes Village Center is finally open after a fire fired the Italian and Mediterranean restaurant to cease operation of its dine-in services.
But normal business has not resumed yet. As of last week, Cafesano is offering a limited dine-in menu at the location. The full menu is being offered for all online, take-out and catering orders.
A Dec. 1 fire that started in the kitchen forced the business to partially close. Fire investigators discovered that the fire was caused by grease buildup in the ventilation system.
The incident caused $2,000 in damages, according to fire investigators.
Photo via Cafesano
A major project to modernize and upgrade Hunters Woods Fellowship House is expected to begin by the end of the month.
Fellowship Square Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides affordable housing and other services in the area, will invest $12 million to improve the 225-unit facility, which offer affordable housing for seniors in the Reston area.
A celebration to kick-off the project is set for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 1:30 p.m. at the fellowship house (2231 Colts Neck Road).
Residents have been relocated internally through existing vacant units, according to a company representative. The first phase of the project will wrap up by the end of the year.
Phase two is expected to take about 18 months, the representative said.
Town of Herndon Looks to Simply Cash Donation Process — At a meeting tomorrow, the Herndon Town Council will consider a plan to simplify the way community non-profit organizations receive cash donations. [Town of Herndon]
Zainy’s Flying Grill Swings By Sunrise Valley Drive — The new food truck, which specializes in puffy tacos, will be at Reston Campus (12525 Sunrise Valley Drive) today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. [Sprint B2B]
Photo via Dario Piparo/Flickr
Before we head off into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the biggest stories on Reston Now in recent days.
- Newly Renovated Reston Community Center Aquatics Center Now Open
- Police Investigate Armed Robbery at 7-Eleven in Reston
- Comstock Scraps ‘Woonerf,’ Residential Building from Reston Station Promenade
- Starting Later This Week, Work on Route 7 to Impact Drivers
- After Setback, Reston Kabob Reopens Today
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Feel free to discuss these topics, your weekend plans or anything else that’s happening locally in the comments below.
Photo via Reston Community Center
Bonchon, a chain that serves Korean double-fried chicken, will open a location in Reston this year.
The restaurant will be located at 11652 Plaza America. County permits indicate a permit for interior changes was recently approved.
A company representative told Reston Now the restaurant is expected to open in June. The company — which announced plans to grow by 20 percent this year — also has a location in Herndon.
Photo via Bonchon
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Dania Abimourched’s baking business bloomed out of the Reston Farmers Market in December 2018 when the Reston resident began selling granola bites and other sweets.
A little over two years after her launch,, who has lived in Reston for more than 30 years, is opening a new location for her business, “Dano’s Granola,” in Chantilly.
An open house to celebrate the opening is set for Feb. 8 and will include the chance to try new products and tips on how to use granola in different recipes.
A $5 registration fee will be donated to the charity No Kid Hungry, a DC-based nonprofit organization.
Photo via Dania Abimourched
A new 50-foot steel sculpture will be delivered and placed in Reston Town Square Park today (Friday).
The long-anticipated artwork, “Buoyant Force” by Sue Wrbican, is composed of steel.
Here’s more about Wrbican and her work from the Greater Reston Arts Center:
Buoyant Force will be a 50-foot steel sculpture by Sue Wrbican inspired by the paintings of American Surrealist Kay Sage (b. 1898, Albany, New York; d. 1963, Woodbury, Connecticut). Sage, who lived in the shadow of her husband, the surrealist Yves Tanguy, is now recognized for her paintings of scaffolded structures and furled fabric in desolate landscapes. GRACE organized the first comprehensive exhibition of Wrbican’s work, entitled Well Past the Echo, in Fall 2017. The exhibition featured photography, maquettes of Sage-inspired structures, and a site-specific installation. It was featured in The Washington Post and East City Art. Based on the success of the exhibition, GRACE has commissioned Wrbican to realize one of her structures at full-size in Reston Town Square Park.
GRACE’s executive director and curator Lily Siegel said the artwork will be secured to the base today.
Installation, which includes weather proofing, signagae and weather proofing, is expected to take two weeks to complete. The sculpture’s foundation will remain enclosed with a fence for safety reasons.
A formal community celebration is planned in the spring. The square was previously home to a nest-like sculpture made from tree saplings in 2017.
GRACE turned to a crowdfunding to help finance the construction of the project.
Photo via GRACE
Reston Middle School Students Starts Nonprofit — “Twelve-year-old Reston resident Joseph (J.P.) Mackey, a 7th grader at Langston Hughes Middle School, launched BumbleBracelets, a “buzz-ness” he created to help save the bees, which have were recently named the most invaluable species on the planet at the EarthWatch debate due to the fact they pollinate plants that are responsible for one-third of the food we eat.” [Reston Patch]
Now Hiring: Reston Association for Multiple Positions — The company has several open positions, largely for seasonal work, with the exception of a full-time social media specialist and arborist. [Reston Association]
Photo by Marjorie Copson
