Looking for art opportunities in the DMV? ArtsFairfax.org is your online destination to find and promote artist calls in and around Fairfax. Our Artist Calls directory is always free to use and highlights opportunities to audition, exhibit artwork, or secure commissions. Be sure to check out ArtsFairfax Artist Calls on an ongoing basis – new opportunities are added every week.

In addition to a dozen or so Artist Calls from throughout the region, ArtsFairfax is proud to host the following:


We are excited to announce the opening of The Salon! The Salon is a modern gathering place for thoughtful, curious young adults- including those who are neurodiverse or who sometimes navigate experiences like anxiety or low mood. We host small, welcoming get-togethers in suburban Washington D.C. where it’s easy to meet others, try fun activities, and just be yourself – no pressure, no awkwardness. It’s a gentle way to build community, confidence, and joy, one meaningful hang-out at a time.

Here are just a few of the exciting gatherings that will take place: Parlor Games & Charcuterie, Trivia Night, Build + Bond: Lego night for grown-ups, and Paint Cafe.


If you’re looking for a reason to dress up, gather with friends, and toast to something meaningful—this is it.

On Saturday, June 14, from 7 to 10 PM, the Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Society will host its highly anticipated Spring Fling 2025, transforming one of Alexandria’s most iconic landmarks into the setting for an unforgettable evening of jazz, cocktails, conversation, and community.


ARLINGTON, VA – A local credit union is receiving national recognition for offering some of the highest certificate rates in the country. Lafayette Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Rockville and serving the greater Washington, D.C. region, has been named by financial outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Kiplinger, Investopedia, DepositAccounts, and GoBankingRates for its top-ranked share certificate products.

According to these sources, Lafayette Federal currently holds the #1 national ranking for its 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-year certificate terms. The institution is offering fixed annual percentage yields (APYs) up to 4.28%, with a minimum deposit requirement of $500.


You bought art, pottery candles, knick knacks — but you don’t know how to display them for maximum visibility and effect?!

Join Akilah Beavers of My Favorite Fixer and Sally Lee of New Habitude for a hands-on workshop on how to mount and utilize functional and decorative floating shelves, plus get tips on organizing and decorating, too!


Monarch Montessori School located at 218 East Monroe Avenue, invites you to its Spring Open House on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

We have a few openings in our toddler, primary and infant programs at our Alexandria campus. If you’re looking for quality, nurturing Montessori childcare at affordable rates, this is the place to be!


Life can feel overwhelming—and when anxiety or depression takes hold, even the smallest tasks can feel impossible. At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we’re here to help you find clarity, calm, and confidence again.

Whether you’re battling racing thoughts, low energy, constant worry, or a sense of hopelessness, you don’t have to go through it alone. Our compassionate therapists provide personalized support to help you manage symptoms, build resilience, and rediscover peace of mind.


According to the Alzheimer’s Association, two-thirds of Americans have at least one major risk factor for dementia. Yet only 16% of older adults receive routine cognitive assessments during their checkups — leaving many without the chance to detect early signs of cognitive change or engage in meaningful conversations with a healthcare provider about brain health.

Sunday Health, a modern cognitive care practice with a newly opened office in Vienna, VA, is working to change that. We’re redefining how Americans approach cognitive decline, shifting from a reactive to a proactive model, with a focus on prevention, early intervention, and ongoing care.


Inspired by local physicians who were among the nation’s first to adopt the concierge medicine model, Northern Virginia is now a hub for its surging popularity. These leading concierge physicians are redefining the patient experience with same-day appointments, unhurried visits, and deeply personalized care:

When Priya Mathur, MD, left a large medical group to join NOVAMED Associates, she noticed the difference immediately. “Now I can fully listen to patients who often don’t feel heard by busy doctors,” she says, “and delve into lifestyle habits that may be at the root of a patient’s sickness. Having the time to know each patient as a person is the true gift of concierge medicine.”


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