Redskins Stampede Buffalo Bills 42-17 In Preseason Kick Off

In a welcome relief from this year's blistering heat, Friday night's preseason opening game against the Buffalo Bills was relatively cool and mild and had the Redskins stampeding over the Bills 42-17. Speaking of cool, the 2010-2011 Redskins have a new coach in Michael Shanahan and a new starting QB in Donovan McNabb; McNabb threw a four-yard touchdown pass to Anthony Armstrong to open the Redskins’ multiple scoring drives. Rex Grossman hurled a pair of touchdown passes, including a forty-four-yard bomb to Devin Thomas to widen the Redskins lead further, and continued scoring almost at will against the seemingly hapless Bills until the scoreboard lights at FedEx Field revealed the outcome of the decisive victory at Redskins 42, Bills 17.

Lincoln Memorial In Washington DC

“In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever.” Beneath these words, the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln sits immortalized in marble.

An enduring symbol of Freedom for all, the Lincoln Memorial attracts anyone who seeks inspiration and hope.

The Lincoln Memorial is located at the west end of the National Mall. From the top of the stairs in front of the memorial, you have a great view of the Washington Monument and the US Capitol.

Maryland State Fair

The Maryland State Fair recognizes the talents of Marylanders of all ages as well as the hard work of thousands of 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) members who will compete in shows and demonstrations throughout the 11 days of the Fair. Over the years, Maryland State Fair facilities have been expanded and modernizedallowing for more and better exhibits and competitions.

Pick Your Own Farms in Northern Virginia

There are many "Pick Your Own" (or U-Pick, or PYO) farms in Northern Virginia, where you and the family can spend an afternoon picking what ever happens to be in season to your heart's content. Among the large varieties of fruits and vegetables available are: apples, apricots, beans, beets, blackberries, carrots, cherries, corn (sweet), cucumbers, eggplant, flowers, peas, peaches, peppers, pumpkins, raspberries (red), raspberries (Spring, red), raspberries (Autumn, red), summer squash, winter squash, strawberries, tomatoes, other vegetables, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours, and other events through out the seasons.

Screen on the Green

What better way to spend a sultry summer evening than watching classic movies with friends and family under the stars of our National Mall? Screen on the Green is becoming as classic as its weekly films broadcasted on a gigantic movie screen. Movies play on except in extreme weather, and there aren't make-up dates for cancelled flicks. For the best experience, take a blanket or something to sit on, insect spray just in case it is a buggy night, non-alcoholic beverages and a picnic or snacks. Things to leave behind include alcohol, tall chairs, cigarettes and balloons.

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Chincoteague Pony Swim

Since 1925, rain or shine, the Volunteer Fireman's Carnival Pony Round Up and Swim across Assateaque Channel at Chincoteague Memorial Park on the east side of island has delighted visitors from across the globe. At "slack tide" on the last Wednesday of every July, Chincoteaque's "Saltwater Cowboys" herd about 150 ponies across Assateaque Channel. The ponies are rested and then herded and paraded to the carnival grounds. On Thursday ponies are auctioned as a fundraiser to benefit the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company.

Thomas Jeffersons Monticello

Monticello, located in Charlottesville, Virginia, was the estate of Thomas Jefferson, one of the principal architect/authors of the United States' Declaration of Independence, he was also the third President of the United States, and founder of the University of Virginia.

The estate house, which Jefferson himself designed, was based on the neoclassical principles described in the books of the Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio. It is situated on the summit of an 850-foot-high peak in the Southwest Mountains south of the Rivanna Gap. The name "Monicello" comes from the Italian "little mountain" and is located in Albemarle county, Virginia.

DIRECTIONS: Monticello, a National Historic Landmark, is located in the Virginia Piedmont about two miles southeast of Charlottesville, Virginia, off of State Rte....

Claude Moore Colonial Farm

Right in the District's backyard is our country's only privately run national park. The mission of Turkey Run is to recreate the life of 1771 tenant farmers. The vast majority of Virginians in 1771 were tenant farmers, who lived by growing tobacco to pay their rent, and growing food to eat. The Claude Moore Colonial Farm property is approximately twelve acres planted with corn, tobacco, wheat, flax, rye, barley, a kitchen garden and an orchard. The fields are tilled, planted and cultivated by hand, applying basic principles of hoe agriculture. Staff and volunteers dressed in reproduction period clothes, work the farm, and answer your questions about the farm, livestock, and family, as if you were actually an 18th century visitor.

Directions : Go North on George Washington Memorial Parkway. Take exit 123 toward Chain...