When Fall Foliage Will Peak in D.C. | Patch PM

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Fall Foliage in DC: When Will Leaves Peak in 2016?

Summer isn't quite done with us yet, but you can just start to feel the slightest hint of that crisp chill that heralds the arrival of fall. That means fall festivals, pumpkin-flavored everything and, of course, beautiful fall foliage. But just when can we expect peak fall colors in the Washington, D.C. area?

Fall color peaks at different times in each region in the United States, with mountainous areas peaking earlier than valleys since they are typically cooler. Because D.C. is both not a mountainous area and pretty close to the coast, that means our fall peaks fairly late. >>> Read more.

AmazonFresh Delivering Groceries in Northern Virginia

Tired of dodging traffic and fighting for parking when you head out to shop for groceries? There are other options. One of them: Amazon has announced its AmazonFresh service is now available in Northern Virginia. Prime customers in eligible ZIP codes can use Amazon Fresh for a monthly fee of $14.99 as an add-on to their Prime membership. Delivery is free on orders over $40. >>> Read more.

Up to 20,000 Expected at Ninth Annual Vienna Oktoberfest

• Grab your lederhosen and beer and get ready to polka dance at Vienna's annual Oktoberfest, coming up soon on Church Street.

• The ride-sharing company will invest $350,000 and bring 32 new jobs to Crystal City.

• Chick-fil-A will be giving out a year of free meals to the first 100 campers at the Sept. 29 Grand Opening of the South Riding location.

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