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The Fall Occoquan Arts and Crafts Show, Picturesque Weather and the Number of the Day

Also, reader comments on the Navy Yard shooting and a seminar on becoming a successful artist.

It’s Wednesday, Sept. 18. Here are five things you need to know. Tell us what we need to know on the Patch message board!

1. Today: The Workhouse Arts Center is hosting a seminar on becoming a successful artist.

2. You Said It: “From someone, who worked at the Navy Yard on Monday. The Navy Yard egress of personnel was impressive and flawless!” A reader commenting on the lockdown Monday during the mass shooting at the Washington Navy Yard.

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3. ICYMI: The Fall Occoquan Arts and Crafts Fair is at the end of the month!

4. Number of the Day: 12 feet. That’s how far groups of 25 people had to pull a jet during the annual Dulles Plane Pull. See the results for the charity event.

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5. The weather today will be picturesque - sunny with a high of 72 degrees. Take a sweater or light jacket with you today.

Have a great day!


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