Postcards from Great Falls
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Postcards from Great Falls

The Village Green and its iconic gazebo are the heart of Great Falls, both geographically and sentimentally. This lawn hosts a variety of community celebrations including concerts, parades, farmer’s markets, trick or treating, and art festivals.

The Village Green and its iconic gazebo are the heart of Great Falls, both geographically and sentimentally. This lawn hosts a variety of community celebrations including concerts, parades, farmer’s markets, trick or treating, and art festivals. Photo by Maia Spoto/The Connection

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

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Photo by Maia Spoto/The Connection

Family establishments in Great Falls, the Old Brogue and Katie’s Coffee House have served the Village for many decades. Whether you’re planning to grab victory muffins after a soccer game, or you’re craving relaxation and shepherd’s pie, you’ll find that these restaurants offer something for all ages.

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Photo by Maia Spoto/The Connection

Neighboring the Great Falls Library, the Grange playground is an exciting destination for young families. The playground features a merry-go-round, a tire swing, slides, climbing structures, and sports fields.

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Photo by Maia Spoto/The Connection

Both adventurous and historic, the Great Falls park features the town’s namesake waterfalls as well as hiking trails through the remains of the Patowmack Canal. The park’s cliff-top views are picture-perfect and groups can picnic on the grounds.

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