BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Britepaths - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Britepaths X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://britepaths.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Britepaths REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T220000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20221130T200742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T031814Z UID:5770-1682623800-1682632800@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Artful Living: Forward DESCRIPTION:Many thanks to all who joined us at Artful Living: Forward on Thursday\, April 27. Photos and information about the event coming soon! \n\nThank You to Our Sponsors!\nHumanTouch\, LLC\nThe Starfish Foundation of Fairfax\nMainStreet Bank\nAnthem HealthKeepers Plus\nApple Federal Credit Union\nNorthwest Federal Credit Union\nSAIC\nThe Warshavsky Family\nReed Smith\, LLP\nReFrame Wealth\nNothing Bundt Cakes Vienna & Fair Lakes\nThe Wine House \n\nSNEAK PREVIEWS of our Live Auction\, Silent Auction and Art\nClick Here for Many More Photos and Details \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Waterfront Oasis\n \n \n \n \n \n Old World Charm\n \n \n \n \n \n Sip + Sparkle\n \n \n \n \n \n Lunch with the Mayor\n \n \n \n \n \n L’Auberge Chez Francois\n \n \n \n \n \n Westfields Marriott Dulles\n \n \n \n \n \n High Side\n \n \n \n \n \n Fly Fishing with Jim Mollenkopf\n \n \n \n \n \n Best of Medium\, Watercolor: “Serenity in the Field” by Asia Anderson\n \n \n \n \n \n “Rhapsody in Golden Black” by Diaa Bekheet\n \n \n \n \n \n “Avenue of Oaks” by Carla Steckley\n \n \n \n \n \n “Hunter’s Moon Trails” by Joanna Hiatt Kim URL:https://britepaths.org/event/artful23/ LOCATION:Country Club of Fairfax\, 5110 Ox Road\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030 CATEGORIES:Artful Living,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/AL23-Logo-NoDate-700.png ORGANIZER;CN="Britepaths":MAILTO:events@britepaths.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231123T103000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20230913T140008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T181049Z UID:5121-1700730000-1700735400@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Fairfax Turkey Trot DESCRIPTION:The 11th annual Fairfax Turkey Trot in Fairfax’s Mantua neighborhood is a fun and family-friendly annual 4-miler on Thanksgiving morning. Proceeds from the race benefit Britepaths’ programs\, helping us provide stability and personal empowerment services and supports for children to our Northern Virginia neighbors. \nFairfax Turkey Trot\nThursday\, November 23\, Race starts 9 a.m.\nMantua Swim & Tennis Club\n9330 Pentland Place\, Fairfax\, VA 22031 \n\nClick Here For Information\n(Online Registration Closed — In Person Registration available on race day)\nJoin the Facebook Event\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors!\n\nAnne and Sarah Harrington\, Long & Foster\nAmazon Fresh Fairfax\nOurisman Kia of Fairfax\nVLP Financial Advisors\n\n  \n\nBritepaths is grateful to Fairfax Turkey Trot organizers for once again choosing to donate proceeds from the event to benefit the clients we serve! Earlier this year\, they donated $27\,600 in proceeds from the 2022 race to support our work in Fairfax County and Northern Virginia. In the past seven years\, they have donated more than $113\,000! Read More \n\nA local family that participated in the 2022 Fairfax Turkey Trot. URL:https://britepaths.org/event/fairfax-turkey-trot/ LOCATION:Mantua Swim & Tennis Club\, 9330 Pentland Place\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FairfaxTurkeyTrot17.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20231115T235623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T214648Z UID:7509-1701190800-1701198000@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Giving TUNESDay at Mackenzie's Tunes & Tonic DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with Britepaths\, Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics and Fairfax City Economic Development Authority at Giving TUNESDay! The #GivingTuesday launch of our new career training offering\, Pathfinder Kitchen. Read About Our Neighborhood Connected Grant \nGiving TUNESDay\nTuesday\, November 28\n5-7 pm\nMackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics\n3950 University Drive\, Suite 210\nFairfax\, VA 22030 \nEnjoy live music performed by Nashville recording artist and Washington Area Music Association award-winner Scott Kurt\, joined by Sam Whetzel\, drink specials\, and a 50/50 raffle! \nDonations welcome to help Britepaths provide stability and personal empowerment services to Northern Virginia residents. Can’t make it to the event but still want to help? Donate \nPlease Share! \n\nJoin Our Facebook Event\nJoin Our LinkedIn Event\n\n \n  URL:https://britepaths.org/event/giving-tunesday/ LOCATION:Mackenzie’s Tunes & Tonics\, 3950 University Drive\, Suite 210\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/GT23-GivingTUNESDayEvent.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240820T203051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T203432Z UID:8504-1724248800-1724263200@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T175544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T175544Z UID:8513-1724853600-1724868000@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-2/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T175901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180049Z UID:8515-1725458400-1725472800@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-2-2/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T180005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180136Z UID:8517-1726063200-1726077600@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-2-3/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T180314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180314Z UID:8519-1726646400-1726678800@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-3/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T220000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240229T162314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T193912Z UID:7979-1726855200-1726869600@britepaths.org SUMMARY:40th Anniversary Gala DESCRIPTION:Get Your Ticket Today!\nBritepaths’ 40th Anniversary Celebration\nFriday\, September 20\, 2024\n6 p.m. to 10 p.m.\nWestfields Marriott Washington Dulles \n \nWe hope you’ll plan to join us in celebrating 40 years of providing help and hope to our Northern Virginia neighbors. \nAnniversary Gala admission includes red carpet arrival photos\, cocktail hour\, 3-course plated dinner with choice of entree\, complimentary wine and beer\, an inspiring multi-media program\, live auction\, and after party with dancing and live music from top regional event band Encore. Evening cocktail attire suggested. \n\nPurchase an Individual Ticket\nPurchase a Table at the Gala\nLearn More About Event Sponsorships\nBe a Sponsor\n\nHelp Spread the Word!\nJoin our Facebook Event and LinkedIn Event and invite your friends. \n\nTHANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!\nBRIGHTER TOMORROW AFTER PARTY SPONSOR\nSAIC \nSTRONGER TODAY COCKTAIL HOUR SPONSOR\nThe Righteam with KWMC Realtors \nCHAMPAGNE TOAST SPONSOR\nThe Warshavsky Family \n1984 TABLE SPONSORS\nRick + Carol Froehlich\n \nThe Gibson Family \nHumanTouch\, LLC \nMainStreet Bank \nMorrison-Foerster \nFRIEND OF BRITEPATHS\nLakkis CPA \nOurisman Fairfax Toyota \nReed Smith \nWestfields Marriott Washington Dulles URL:https://britepaths.org/event/40gala/ LOCATION:Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles\, 14750 Conference Center Dr\, Chantilly\, VA\, 20151\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/40th-Gala-webevent-2-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T180452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180452Z UID:8521-1727272800-1727287200@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-4/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240820T201445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T201445Z UID:8500-1727596800-1727798400@britepaths.org SUMMARY:CFP Board Connections Conference DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: Building upon the success of CFP Board’s Academic Research Colloquium\, Diversity Summit\, Firms Summit and Registered Programs Conference\, CFP Board Connections Conference combines the best features of each\, providing unique opportunities for CFP® professionals to earn CE credit while fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the financial planning profession. This opportunity will complete half of the required CE credits needed for CFP® professionals. Britepaths will be part of the panel discussion at this event alongside the Foundation for Financial Planning. \nTo Register: CFP.net/conference URL:https://britepaths.org/event/cfp-board-connections-conference/ LOCATION:Washington Hilton\, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States CATEGORIES:Workforce Development END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T180805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180805Z UID:8523-1727877600-1727892000@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-5/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T180954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T180954Z UID:8525-1728482400-1728496800@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-6/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T181059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T181059Z UID:8527-1729087200-1729101600@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-7/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T181224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T181224Z UID:8529-1729692000-1729706400@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-8/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20240821T181334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T181334Z UID:8531-1730296800-1730311200@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Wakefield Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Our Daily Veggies \nOur Daily Veggies Farmers Market Vouchers can be used to purchase fresh produce and protein products from participating vendors at the Wakefield Farmers Market. \nSNAP/EBT at the Farmers Market \nBritepaths has partnered with the Fairfax County Park Authority\, FRESHFARM\, Virginia Fresh Match and Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) to help offer SNAP/EBT at the Wakefield Farmers Market. Volunteers will be staffing tables at the Market each Wednesday afternoon to offer community members who use SNAP/EBT benefits the opportunity to have their benefits matched so they can shop for fresh produce. \nTo Learn More: britepaths.org/our-services/food-bridge/our-daily-veggies/ URL:https://britepaths.org/event/wakefield-farmers-market-9/ LOCATION:Audrey Moore Rec Center\, 8100 Braddock Road\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_1485-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20241113T194559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T180727Z UID:8841-1733245200-1733252400@britepaths.org SUMMARY:2nd Annual Giving TUNESday at Commonwealth Brewing Company DESCRIPTION:Join us at Giving TUNESday for a festive evening filled with live music\, fantastic raffle prizes\, great company\, and the spirit of giving back. \nEnjoy an exclusive live performance by award-winning artist Juliet Lloyd\, and enter to win exciting raffle items\, including two tickets to a show at Capital One Hall\, a group experience at Escape Room Herndon\, and a crate of eight premium wines. Bring your friends\, family\, and colleagues as we come together to give back to our community in an unforgettable way! 20% of happy hour proceeds will go to Britepaths. URL:https://britepaths.org/event/giving-tunesday-2/ LOCATION:Commonwealth Brewing Company\, 10426 Main St\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Event-GivingTunesday-14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070744 CREATED:20241210T204121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T195639Z UID:8944-1734717600-1734717600@britepaths.org SUMMARY:1st Stage Holiday Drive Launch Party DESCRIPTION:Britepaths is thrilled to partner with 1st Stage Theater for a special Holiday Drive Launch Party to benefit our Emergency Pantry. Celebrate the spirit of giving while enjoying an unforgettable night out with friends\, family\, or a date. \nThe evening will begin with a reception featuring food and complimentary drinks\, followed by a performance of Laughs in Spanish—a hilarious mother-daughter crime caper by Alex Scheer. Proceeds from the event will help support Britepaths’ Emergency Pantry\, ensuring local families in need receive vital food and financial assistance during the holidays. \nTickets: $35 – Includes the reception and theater performance.\nTo purchase tickets\, visit 1ststage.org/tickets-laughs-in-spanish. Select the December 20 show and enter the code “Laughs20” at checkout for discounted tickets. \nJoin us for an evening of laughter\, community\, and compassion. Together\, we can make a difference this holiday season! URL:https://britepaths.org/event/1st-stage-holiday-drive-launch-party/ LOCATION:1st Stage Theater\, 1524 Spring Hill Road\, Tysons\, VA\, 22102\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1st-Stage-Holiday-Drive-Launch-Party-Flyer-16-x-9-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070745 CREATED:20250508T180019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T180019Z UID:9322-1744376400-1744383600@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Congressional Tour and Roundtable Discussion DESCRIPTION:Britepaths and our partners at United Way of the National Capital Area will be co-hosting a Congressional tour and roundtable discussion with local nonprofit leaders at the Financial Empowerment Center at South County. U.S. Representative Don Beyer and Fairfax County Government‘s Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay will be delivering remarks to kick off the event which will feature a panel discussion with Britepaths Executive Director Abra Kurt; Leah Fraley\, CEO of United Community; Rosie Allen-Herring\, President & CEO of United Way of the National Capital Area; and Joseph Liu\, Director of Advocacy and Public Policy at Capital Area Food Bank. Together\, the panelists will explore the pressing challenges facing our community\, solutions for building a stronger\, more equitable future\, and the power of collaboration between nonprofits and government. URL:https://britepaths.org/event/congressional-tour-and-roundtable-discussion/ LOCATION:Financial Empowerment Center\, 8350 Richmond Highway Suite 125\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22309\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Panelists-and-Officials.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Britepaths":MAILTO:events@britepaths.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070745 CREATED:20250508T180905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T180905Z UID:9326-1745571600-1745582400@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Launch of JLNV's Period Pantry at Britepaths DESCRIPTION:Britepaths will be launching our on-site Period Pantry\, established in partnership with Junior League of Northern Virginia\, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Period Pantry will not only expand access to menstrual hygiene supplies but also help to raise awareness about menstrual health needs across our region. Britepaths will be joined by members of JLNV and elected officials\, Virginia State Senator Jennifer B. Boysko and Delegate Holly Seibold. URL:https://britepaths.org/event/launch-of-jlnvs-period-pantry-at-britepaths/ LOCATION:Britepaths\, 3959 Pender Drive Suite 200\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/JLNV-Period-Pantry-12-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Britepaths":MAILTO:events@britepaths.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070745 CREATED:20250122T204402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T203653Z UID:9041-1757756700-1757779200@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus Food Drive for Britepaths DESCRIPTION:We are looking for volunteers to help support the food drive. To volunteer\, visit: britepaths.org/volunteer-opp/stuff-the-bus-food-drive/. \n27% of Fairfax County residents are estimated to be food insecure. Join Britepaths in partnership with Fairfax County for the September Stuff the Bus food drive to combat hunger in our community.\nA Fastran bus will be parked at the Walmart Supercenter in Fairfax to collect nonperishable food items and grocery gift card donations for Britepaths’ SNAP Gap Pantry. Your contributions will benefit individuals and families in Northern Virginia through Britepaths’ Food Security Program\, helping to ensure students and families have access to the food they need. \nMost Needed Items: \n\nCereal\nRice\nBoxed Pasta\nPasta Sauce\nTuna and Crackers\nGranola Bars\nCooking Oil\nGrocery Store Gift Cards of $25 Denominations\nDog food (dry/wet)\nCat food (dry/wet)\nCat/Dog treats\n\nAbout Stuff the Bus:  \nStuff the Bus began in 2011 to address the critical need for restocking local pantries after the holidays. Now in its 15th year\, this collaborative program—led by Fairfax County Government and local nonprofits—has collected over 240 tons of food\, providing vital support to households experiencing food insecurity in Fairfax County. \nMake a difference by stopping by with your donations on September 13. Together\, we can fight hunger in our community! \n \n  URL:https://britepaths.org/event/stuff-the-bus-food-drive-for-britepaths/ LOCATION:Walmart Supercenter\, 11181 Lee Hwy\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Untitled-design-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070745 CREATED:20250820T194833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T195728Z UID:9608-1758819600-1758826800@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Yappy Hour Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the expansion of our Food Security Program with our Yappy Hour Fall Fundraiser at Commonwealth Brewing on Thursday\, September 25\, 5pm – 7pm. \nRSVP through our Google Form and learn more here. \nNo family should have to choose between feeding themselves and their beloved pets. SNAP benefits don’t cover pet food\, but your generosity can fill this critical gap and keep families together. \nEnjoy delicious food (on us!) and locally crafted brews (available for purchase)\, mingle with animal lovers and community supporters\, and make a tangible difference in the lives of neighbors in Northern Virginia. \nCan’t make the event on September 25?\nDonate now to support nutritious food for the entire family! \nYour gift matters – every dollar helps feed people and pets. While monetary gifts have the most significant impact\, you are welcome to bring unopened dog or cat food to contribute directly to our pantry. Sponsorship opportunities are also available! Partner with us to make an even bigger impact for families and their pets in need. URL:https://britepaths.org/event/yappy-hour-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Commonwealth Brewing Company\, 10426 Main St\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States CATEGORIES:Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Untitled-design-20.png ORGANIZER;CN="Britepaths":MAILTO:events@britepaths.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T070745 CREATED:20260211T191935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T201741Z UID:10096-1773482400-1773500400@britepaths.org SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, 36% of the Greater Washington area experienced food insecurity. On Saturday\, March 14\, from 10am-3pm\, join Britepaths in partnership with Fairfax County for the March 2026 Stuff the Bus food drive to combat hunger in our community. \nA Fastran bus will be parked at the Giant in Clifton\, Va (5740 Union Mill Rd.) to collect nonperishable food items for Britepaths SNAP Gap Pantry.  Your contributions will benefit local individuals and families through Britepaths’ Food Security Program\, helping to ensure Northern Virginia residents have access to the food they need. \nOur most needed items include: \n\nBoxes of cereal (low sugar)\nCanned fruit\nDry pasta\nRice\nInstant Noodles\nCanned Tuna\nCanned Chicken/Protein\nCanned Soup/Pasta/Chef Boyardee\nGranola Bars\nCooking Oil\nSalt and Pepper\nSugar\nFlour and Cornmeal\nBaking Mixes (Pancake\, Biscuit)\n\nAbout Stuff the Bus:  \nFor nearly 15 years\, Fairfax County’s Stuff the Bus program has been a critical resource for local food pantries and families struggling with food insecurity. In partnership with local grocery stores\, volunteers\, and community organizations\, the program collects non-perishable food items and financial donations at various locations throughout the county. This collaboration helps keep the shelves of local pantries and food providers stocked throughout the year. \n  URL:https://britepaths.org/event/stuff-the-bus-march-2026/ LOCATION:Giant\, 5740 Union Mill Rd\, Clifton\, VA\, 20124\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Food Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://britepaths.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/website-posts-or-events.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR