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Bring on the BloomsHistoric Leesburg once again be in full bloom as

lush landscapes and gorgeous gardens fill the streets. On April 17 and 18, more than 100 vendors will be on display featuring landscape designs, gardening supplies, outdoor living items, plants, flowers, herbs and more. Stroll through the streets, and take in the sights and sounds of spring, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday. Whether it’s gathering ideas for your new outdoor patio, stocking up on gardening supplies or searching for a perfect gift for the avid gardener in your life, this event will have something for everyone.

A Party That’ll Bowl Them OverThrowing your child’s birthday party at home? Well, take a

break this year and let someone else take care of the details—invitations, decorations, catering, games. At 300 Shady Grove, it’s all here so you and your guests can celebrate exactly the way you want. Choose from a variety of birthday packages, or consider reserving Club 300, a private suite soundproofed for kids. Check them out at 300shadygrove.com.

Don’t Let Allergies Take the Spring Out of Your Step!

Allergy Solutions of Reston successfully treats the symptoms associated with allergies and sensitivi-ties. They use the Advanced Allergy Therapeutics (AAT) technology, which is painless and does not use needles, injections, medication, supplements or

herbal remedies. The technology treats the problem at its source by retraining the body so that it no longer reacts inappropriately to the allergen. Once treated, patients can resume contact with the substance that had previously caused the reaction or sensitivity, without symptoms. For more information please visit us at allergysolutionsnow.com.

March Madness in AprilGet your high school daughters and sons to bring their best

game! Kids ages 14 to18 from any school can sign up for the Big Shots 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, April 24, 5-10 p.m. at Loudoun Valley High School. With fun activities for players and spectators of all skill levels, the competition will include 24 teams. Admission is free, and the evening will feature a live DJ, shoot-out contests, electronic gaming, prizes, concessions, guest performances and more. Players get a free pizza, a drink and a T-shirt, too! Visit loudoundosomethingnow.com for details and registration forms.

Make Room for Sweet DreamsOne of the joys of childhood is having a place to go

where the imagination can run free. Dream a Room Murals will paint your child’s room with whimsical sto-rybook themes and characters that are larger than life. Their team of two classically trained artists with back-grounds in painting, illustration, design and feature film can dream a room for you and your child—from a jungle of wild animals or a sea filled with colorful fish, to storybook castles or angels asleep in the crest of a moon. Call Yolanda Prinsloo at 301-765-7617 to make your child’s dream room a reality.

Taste of the Nation Helps End Childhood Hunger

More than 60 of the city’s finest restaurants, mixologists and wine bars will come together to create a culinary night to remember: Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation. This year’s event, showcasing the theme “Seeds of Change,” will be held April 12 at the National Building Museum, 7-10 p.m. One hundred percent of ticket proceeds will go to Share Our Strength’s efforts to end childhood hunger (visit strength.org). Local beneficiaries include Capital Area Food Bank, D.C. Hunger Solutions and Mary’s Center. For tickets call 1-877-26-TASTE or visit TasteOfTheNation.org/Washington.

8 Washington Parent April 2010