Nearby: Herndon Adds ‘Safe Trade’ Zone — The Herndon Police Department has established of a “Safe Trade Zone” for use by the public as a meeting place to complete online (i.e., craigslist or other bulletin board) transactions. Citizens can conduct transactions in the parking lot of the Herndon Police Headquarters (397 Herndon Parkway) or in the lobby of the police station.

Give A Buck In Honor Of Bob — The Reston Historic Trust has started a fundraising project. The group is encouraging Reston residents to honor founder Bob Simon, who died in September, by donating a $1 for every year you have lived in Reston. [Go Fund Me]

Thanksgiving Travel Up Nationwide, But Flat in DC Area — More than 47 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from home for Thanksgiving 2015. However, AAA says he number of travelers from DC will stay about the same. [Washington Post]

Will More Lanes Ease I-66 Woes? — The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday debated the county’s position on when VDOT should build a third eastbound lane between the Dulles Connector Road and Ballston. [WTOP]

Photo of Reston Town Center ice skating rink/Credit: The Avant via Facebook 

New Branding For Washington Airports — The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority unveiled a new logo and passenger pledge Tuesday as part of an effort to focus on enhancing customer service at Washington’s Reagan National and Dulles International airports. The new tagline “Your Journey Begins with Us” recognizes that an enjoyable travel experience begins when a passenger arrives at the airport. [MWAA]

Kudos For VDOT — The Virginia Department of Transportation has received a National Roadway Safety Award for road diets that created bike lanes on Soapstone Drive and Lawyer Road in Reston. [Fairfax Advocates for Better Bicycling]

Help Others This Thanksgiving — Reston Community Center’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to benefit Cornerstones runs through Nov 23. There are more than a dozen drop-off points, including RCC at Lake Anne and Hunters Woods, Reston Association, the YMCA and various businesses. [Reston Community Center]

Staying Safe Here In Fairfax — In light of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, most cities and other municipalities, even in the United States, are increasing security. Fairfax County officials are reminding residents to remain aware and speak up if they see anything suspicious. [Fairfax County]

Speeding Up Development Applications — Fairfax County has streamlined the process — mostly by eliminating paperwork and taking the initial steps online — for development and rezoning applications. [Fairfax County]

Ethics Day Still Needs Help — The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce’s annual Ethics Day with South Lakes High School seniors is Nov. 24. Volunteers to facilitate small-group discussions are still needed (and training will be provided on Nov. 18). [Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce]

New Reston Co-Working Space Will Be “MakeOffices” — Uber Offices will open its Reston location next week, and when it does it will be under new name. The company is changing to MakeOffices, says CEO Raymond Rahbar. MakeOffices Reston will be located in the new RTC West area (12110 Sunset Hills Rd.) and will have 42,000 square feet of space, including 112 private offices, 52 “bullpen” open seating areas and 13 common-use conference rooms. [Washington Post]

Hunter Mill District Champions of Character — The Fairfax County Athletic Council annually selects a male athlete, female athlete, coach and parent from each county district for their contributions to our local sports programs. This year’s Hunter Mill honorees are Lila Roades (female athlete, Vienna Youth Soccer); Ryan Ferzoco (male athlete, Reston Youth Football); Doug Fuller (coach, Reston Soccer Association); Zeinab Kamal (parent, Reston Soccer Association).

Seeking Library Director — Fairfax County is having some trouble filling the role of library director. Several candidates have pulled out of the running as the system faced budget cuts and other woes. Director Sam Clay is retiring in March. [Washington Post]

Help For the Holidays — Herndon-Reston FISH is putting together Thanksgiving baskets for those in need. Visit the SignUp Genius if you have some time or goods to spare. [FISH SignUp Genius]

 Photo: Sunrise in Reston on Nov. 12, 2015/Credit: JGS on Twitter

Winter Forecast — What will the winter of 2015-16 bring? A warmer December, but at least one major snowstorm for Northern Virginia [NBC Washington]

Bechtel Named Military Friendly Company — Reston-based Bechtel has been named a Military Friendly Employer by the publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse magazines for the third straight year. The designation is given to companies that demonstrate a commitment to hiring, training, and retaining current and former military personnel. [PR Newswire]

Eulogy For Connolly Staffer — Friends and colleagues remember George Burke, a longtime aide to Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA 11th) and other Democratic lawmakers, who died last week at age 64. [The Hill]

Alternative Gift Fair Dec. 5 — The Unitarian Universalist Church, 1625 Wiehle Ave., Reston, will hold its annual alternative gift fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit over 30 booths of socially conscious gift ideas from local and international charitable organizations. 100 percent of all donations and proceeds go directly to the charity of your choice. All donations are tax deductible. [Unitarian Universalist Church]

Business Booming in Reston, Herndon — Eleven firms from Reston and Herndon are in the Washington Business Journal’s list of the 50 Fastest-Growing Companies in the Washington Region. The Business Journal bases its rankings on revenue growth, with companies required to have posted revenue gains between 2012 and 2014. [Fairfax County Economic Development Authority]

Anniversary for Cafesano — Cafeosano at South Lakes Village Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary with 10 percent off for guests on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Present this coupon. [Cafesano]

Combining Magic and Medicine — Meet Anthony Felice, a Reston oncologist who is using card tricks to deflect tension for his patients. [Washington Post]

School Board Shift — After last week’s elections, two newcomers to the Fairfax County School board will give the panel a decidedly more conservative look. [Washington Post]

Save the Date For Swearing-In — Fairfax County officials, including the Board of Supervisors, will be sworn in at a ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 6 p.m. at Fairfax County Government Center. All elected officials will take office on Jan. 1, 2016.

Sex Assault on Silver Line in D.C. — Metro Transit Police are seeking the public’s assistance identifying a man they believe might be connected to a sexual assault aboard a Silver Line train. The incident was on Oct. 29 near Eastern Market. [Hill Now]

Red’s Table Makes Another Mark — New Reston restaurant Red’s Table, recently reviewed in The Washington Post, also made Eater.com’s “The Hottest Restaurants in Dc, November.” Red’s Table was among other newcomers such as Momofuku at City Center. [Eater DC]

Anniversary for Christ The Servant — Christ the Servant Lutheran Church at Hunters Woods Village Center celebrated its 40th anniversary last weekend. The congregation, which is looking to renovate its space, has begun a campaign on all things “RE”- to REflect, REnew, and REjoice. [Christ the Servant]

Photo: Trees near Browns Chapel/Credit: Mick Boesen

More About Crumb Rubber Risks — Reston lawyer Jon Damm, who has raised awareness about the potential risks of crumb rubber in turf athletic fields, was on Newschannel 8 recently talking about his concerns of multiple carcinogens in the field materials. Most Fairfax County fields, including South Lakes and Herndon High Schools, use the surface. [Newschannel 8]

Chamber Breakfast — Thinking of joining the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce? Then come to the chamber’s annual Prospective Member Breakfast Friday 8 to 10 a.m. at Reston Association headquarters, 12001 Sunrise Valley Dr.

Workplace Kudos — Congratulations to Reston IT firm Knight Point Systems Inc., which earned a spot on Washingtonian’s 2015 Best Places to Work list. Knight Point was selected because of generous and creative employee perks and benefits, as well as growing revenue, the magazine said. [Washingtonian]

Explosion Leads To FCPS Science Changes — Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Karen Garza says flames are off-limits in science classrooms until further notice following last week’s accident that injured several students at Woodson High School. [WTOP]

Cracking Down On Distracted Driving — Fairfax County Police have a new initiative aimed at stopping this hazard. [Fairfax County Police]

New To You Kids Sale at LANK — Lake Anne Nursery Kindergarten (LANK) is holding its annual New to You Sale Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a wide selection of kids clothes, baby equipment, toys, books and DVDs. LANK is located at 12021 North Shore Dr. [Facebook]

DMV2Go Today — The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles will have its monthly stop at Reston Town Center Pavilion on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can apply or renew an ID card and driver’s license; get driving records; obtain vehicle titles, license plates, decals, order disabled plates, and more.

More Books — Fairfax County Federation of Citizens Associations tells authorities to remember the libraries going forward. [Reston 2020]

Shop Local — United Christian Parish is holding an Art & Craft sale this Saturday, Nov. 7. Come and shop for handmade and alternative holiday gifts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. UCP is located at 11508 North Shore Dr.

Vets Get In Free — The Fairfax County Park Authority is offering free admission at all county REC Centers on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. [Fairfax County Park Authority]

Cross Country Kudos — Both the South Lakes Girls and Boys Cross County teams finished fourth in the Liberty Conference Championship meet at Burke Lake Park last week and move on to the Northern Regionals Wednesday, also at Burke Lake. The top SLHS boys finisher was John LeBerre 16:53.00 (14th). The girls were led by Morgan LaRow 19:51.00 (19th)

Harrison Wins Awards — The Harrison at Reston Town Center has been honored with two top industry awards. The 28,000-square-foot common area earned a Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Award in the interior merchandising category for designers Carlyn and Company. The Harrison’s architecture by Lessard Design, Inc. was also honored by the Great American Living Awards (GALA) program for best multifamily design and architecture. The GALA award cited the project’s open floor plans with views of the Reston skyline.

South Lakes Downs Hayfield — Seahawks football improved to 7-2 with a 35-14 victory over Hayfield Friday. [Washington Post]

Celebrating Public Art — The Initiative for Public Art Reston (IPAR) will hold its annual reception Thursday at The Avant. The reception includes wines, hors d’oeuvres, live music by South Lakes High School String Quartet, and catering by South Lakes High School culinary students. Tickets: $50 [IPAR]

Changes To Planned I-66 Tolls? — The Virginia Department of Transportation may drop part of its plan for tolling drivers on Interstate 66 inside the Capital Beltway. In question are the high-occupancy toll (HOT) lanes plan that would impose tolls on reverse commuters, those traveling against the peak flow at rush-hour. [Washington Post]

Kids Reach Out — Herndon Middle School is partnering with the Generosity Feeds organization to help feeds families in need in our area. On Saturday, Nov. 7, at 9 a.m., volunteers from Herndon Middle and Herndon High will package 15,000 healthy meals in just a few hours. The food will be distributed to students who are struggling with hunger outside of school hours.

Fox Mill ES Raises Money For Shelter — More than 260 Fox Mill Elementary students, parents, and teachers raised $4,555 for Embry Rucker Community Shelter in Reston at the school’s annual walk.

Autumn tree in Reston/Credit: Vita Images

Beware, Commuters From Herndon-Monroe — Preconstruction of Silver Line Phase 2 is already affecting commuter lot. [Washington Post]

Trade In Suits For a Good Cause — Reston Town Center’s Davelle Clothiers is  partnering with Goodwill of Greater Washington on its 19th Annual Trade In / Trade Up. Until Nov. 1, when anyone trades in an old suit at Davelle, thedonated suit and 5% of the proceeds from the sale of a new suit will be given to Goodwill. Goodwill will sell the donated suits to help fund its job training and employment programs. Davelle is located at 11904 Market St.

‘Shrek’ Review — Here is one mom’s review of Reston Community Players’ Shrek. The production runs weekends through Nov. 7. [Fairfax Family Fun]

Girl Scouts Remodel — Girl Scout Troup 4874, based at Freedom High School in Loudoun, remodeled a room in the Fairfax County Government Center in Reston that is used by the Department of Family Services for visitations for foster care children. The scouts purchased new furniture, painted walls, and repaired book shelves as part of work towards their Silver Award. [Fairfax County]

Photo: Lake Anne Elementary Students turn pumpkins into globes/Courtesy Lake Anne ES

Call For 2016 Mini Makers — The NoVa Mini Maker Faire will return to Reston in March. Thinking of entering? Proposals are open through January. [Nova Mini Maker Faire]

FCPS: Late Opening On Super Tuesday — The Fairfax County School Board has approved a request to open schools two hours later on March 1. That is “Super Tuesday,” where Republicans and Democrats can both vote in the Virginia Presidential Primary. [FCPS]

Behind The $17 Tolls — Dr. Gridlock takes a look at how fear of high tolls on the Dulles Toll Road became standard campaign fodder. [Washington Post]

Photo: Kids line up at start of Saturday’s GRACE Race 1K at Reston Town Center/Credit: GRACE