During the holiday season, the U.S. Botanic Garden presents a unique exhibit featuring model trains and incredible replicas of Washington, DC's most famous buildings and monuments. Adults and children will be fascinated by this special Christmas-time treat in the nation's capital. See photos of the holiday display at the U.S. Botanic Garden.

Holiday Music Schedule
The Conservatory will be open until 8 p.m. on select Tuesdays and Thursdays in December for the holiday season. During these evenings there will be musical performances from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

• December 1 - Harpers Bizarre - Harps and Singing
• December 3 - Convivium - a cappella singing
• December 10 - Lox and Vodka - Klezmer music
• December 15 - Capitol Accord Chorus - Choral Group
• December 22 - Project Natale - Jazz
• December 29 - Frederick Chorale - Choral Group
• December 31 - Conservatory open - no music

The holidays are almost here. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, the Washington, DC area has a wonderful selection of places to shop for unique gifts. Here are some suggestions of interesting places to shop for holiday gifts in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

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Are you spending Thanksgiving in the Washington, DC area this year? Thanksgiving weekend kicks off the holiday season and many wonderful activities and events begin in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. It's a great week to spend time with family and friends, enjoy some holiday shopping, decorate your home for the holidays and attend some local seasonal events. See a guide to events in the DC Area during Thanksgiving weekend

The Reston community kicks off the holiday season with a full day celebration on the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 27, 2009. Reston Town Center hosts many holiday activities including a holiday parade, visits with Santa, a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony and much more. Don't miss these great events in Reston, Virginia.

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