A Holiday Newsletter

Ways to celebrate the season.

The holidays are in full-swing, and here at Synetic, we are feeling the spirit. Keep reading to discover a non-exhaustive slew of the holiday-themed events going on in our area this season, if you’re feeling celebratory. However, we recognize that this can be a stressful time of year, so enjoy a light-hearted meme or two as well. Either way, we hope it’ll lift your spirits. Wherever you are, we’re wishing you peace and joy this holiday season. See you next year!

Celebrate in D.C.

Enjoy this Ice Maze at CityCenterDC and consider donating to Children’s National Hospital Foundation while you’re at it.

What are the holidays without food?? Check out how 22 D.C. restaurants/bars are celebrating the season.

Our neighborhood, National Landing, is hosting a Peppermint Mocha Latte Competition this Sunday.

Check out the pop-up holiday market at Victura Park this weekend and next.

Speaking of pop-ups, here’s a few more: a night market in Takoma Park, a Star Wars-themed Artists and Artisans Winter Vendor Village, Rosslyn’s Holiday Market, the Herndon Winter Market, and a Winter Bazaar at the Arlington Drafthouse.

Go see a classic Christmas movie at a drive-in.

Or to this Polar Express Pajama Party.

If you find yourself wanting more, here' is a comprehensive list of every holiday-themed event taking place in the D.C. area this season.

BONUS: Learn about the origins of the classic Christmas song Jingle Bells in this podcast episode.

Georgian Phrase of the Week

Something to Make You Smile

Enjoy this tribute to altos everywhere.

We love you, Mariah.

Who doesn’t love a good tree.

Marvel at this wreath made out of charcuterie. A charcutewreath, if you will.

Credit: @nytcooking

And last but not least, a sensible family Christmas photo for good measure.

Credit: @simplicityarchives