🌱 South Block Coming To McLean + Women's Suffrage Panel Discussion

Hello, hello! I'm back with your new copy of the McLean Patch newsletter. Follow along for everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Cooler with periods of rain. High: 46 Low: 43.
• Saturday: Partly sunny and windy. High: 54 Low: 34.

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Here are the top three stories in McLean today:

1. Popular acai bowl, smoothie, and juice shop South Block is set to open a new location in the Chesterbrook Shopping Center in McLean on Mar. 6. With 15 stores in the Washington, D.C. area, the new location on Old Dominion Drive will be South Block's latest addition to its existing eight stores in Virginia, five in D.C., and one in Bethesda. CEO and founder of South Block, Amir Mostafavi, grew up in McLean, where his parents ran Box Office Video for over 20 years. (McLean Patch)
2. In honor of Women's History Month, Fairfax County is organizing an online panel discussion to commemorate American women's struggle for the right to vote. The event is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Mar. 8, and will delve into the journey of American women towards suffrage, their continued efforts post-1920, and the significance of voting in empowering women's voices today. The League of Women Voters is a co-sponsor of the program, and registration is required to attend. (Fairfax County Virginia)
3. March has finally arrived, which means it is officially time to begin celebrating St. Patrick's Day! All throughout northern Virginia, you can find events to get in the holiday spirit, including the Ballyshaners 40th Alexandria Saint Patrick’s Day Parade this Saturday at 12:15 p.m. The City of McLean will be hosting five different events starting on Mar. 10 through Mar. 19. From events for kids to live music to the beer festival, locals are sure to find a St. Patty's Day event they'll enjoy. (TysonsToday)

Today and tomorrow in and around McLean:

Friday, March 3

• Lent 2023 Book Study: The Purple Headed Mountain At Corpus Christi Anglican Church in Springfield (5:30 PM)

Saturday, March 4

• “Clara Barton: Red Cross Angel” A Dramatic Production At Clara Barton National Historic Site (3:00 PM)
• Mad River Theater Works: “Freedom Flight” At McLean Community Center (4:00 PM)
• Local Film Premiere: Open Secrets At 1667 Silver Hill Dr. (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a pet but don't want to get something as big as a cat or a dog? The Fairfax Animal Shelter has some guinea pigs officially available for adoption. Take a look at these pictures and consider taking one or two home for the family to love! (Fairfax County Animal Shelter via Instagram)
• Sweets lovers, listen up! Candytopia, a limited-time interactive candy experience, is coming to Tysons Corner Shopping Center from mid-March through May. Experiences include a candy art gallery, candy confetti room, marshmallow pit, and candy samples. (McLean Patch)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

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