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Fall Fun Fest coming to Old Soldiers Home Oct. 2: music, food kids’ games, tours, bourbon tasting and beer, car show, more!

By Megan Flynn September 16, 2016 No Comments

This sounds fun: the Friends of the Soldiers Home have announced their annual Fall Fun Fest on the grounds of the Armed Forces Retirement Home (just east of Rock Creek Church Road), and it will be Sunday, October 2.

There are events for families, kids and adults, including music, food, games, antique cars and military medical vehicles, a bourbon tasting, beer, a bake sale and a lot more. Events go from 9am-5pm and gates open at 7am if you want to explore.

Check out the flyer for more. Sounds awesome!

And here’s more about the Friends of the Soldiers Home:

Mission Statement
Friends of the Soldiers Home is a 501 (c)(3) organization serving to strengthen the bond between the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington and the surrounding community. Through service, education and engagement, Friends of the Soldiers Home connects citizens and veterans in a relationship that recognizes the sacrifice of military service and enhances quality of life for veteran and citizen alike.

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Megan is the Managing Editor of Columbia Heights Insider, responsible for overseeing its content, marketing, and day-to-day operations. Megan lives in DC with her husband and daughter, and is passionate about supporting DC's local businesses. She loves exploring DC and enjoying a good gin cocktail.