The 38th Annual Burke Centre Festival will take place Sept. 12-13 to celebrate the spirit of the community with rides, activities and live entertainment for all ages to enjoy.
Ongoing
Follow Your Heart: Recent Work by Nancy Hannans through Sept. 6 at Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. Nancy Hannans' recent paintings weave stories of love, joy and harmony in magical lands filled with unlimited possibilities. Hannans combines her love for storytelling and universal symbolism to communicate that we are all interconnected, and to celebrate our common humanity. The women in her work represent all cultures and races. They embody the beauty of the human spirit and are symbols of wisdom, strength, honesty, courage and perseverance.
Summer Reading Program. Friday-Sunday, through Sept. 5. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike Great Falls. Attend summer events and check out books. All ages. Visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/branches/gf/.
Great Falls Concerts on the Green. Sundays, through Sept. 6. 6-8 p.m. at Great Falls Village Centre Green. Come out on Sundays and listen to some live music. Visit http://www.celebrategreatfalls.org/concerts-on-the-green/.
“Gold Rush.” Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. through Sept. 26. at Vienna Art Center, 115 Pleasant St., NW, Vienna. Artwork with “gold” as the theme. This can be interpreted in many ways, gold colors, gold coins, golden hair, gold leaf and more. The show is open to the public, and visitors can also view small items of original art, scarves, jewelry, notecards etc. All hand made by VAS artists – great for gifts.
Vienna’s Summer on the Green Concert Series. Fridays-Sundays, through Sept. 27. 6:30 p.m. at Vienna Town Green, 144 Maple Avenue E, Vienna. Come out on the weekend and listen to some good music.Visit http://www.viennava.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2640
“Birds of a Feather.” Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, 12-5 p.m. through Sept. 3 at Reston Art Gallery & Studios, 11400 Washington Plaza, Reston. Marie Straw works with different media, discovering the changing properties in each. In her works of acrylics and collage elements on paper, canvas, plywood and even tar paper, she is constantly experimenting to attain the look she wants to achieve. Straw is primarily self-taught through study with several local artists, art books and visiting art shows and museums.
Reston Concerts on the Town. Saturdays, through Sept. 5. 7:30-10 p.m. at Reston Town Center. Bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets and enjoy live music in the Pavilion Saturday nights. Free. Rain or shine. 703-912-4062. www.restontowncenter.com/concerts
JamBrew. Every Friday in September, beginning Sept. 4. 6-10 p.m. Town Green, 777 Lynn St. Herndon. Outdoor music festival. http://jambrew.com/.
Follow Your Heart: Recent Work by Nancy Hannans through Sept. 6 at Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. Nancy Hannans' recent paintings weave stories of love, joy and harmony in magical lands filled with unlimited possibilities. Hannans combines her love for storytelling and universal symbolism to communicate that we are all interconnected, and to celebrate our common humanity. The women in her work represent all cultures and races. They embody the beauty of the human spirit and are symbols of wisdom, strength, honesty, courage and perseverance.
Saturday/Aug. 1 - Sunday/Sept. 13
Annual Workhouse Clay National Ceramics Exhibition. Workhouse Arts Center, W-16 Vulcan Gallery, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. This exhibition represents the depth and breadth of contemporary functional and sculptural ceramic artworks being created throughout the country. Visit http://www.workhousearts.org/events/visual-arts/workhouse-clay-national-2015.
Wednesday-Saturday/Sept. 2-5
Lake Anne Plaza Jazz Week. Lake Anne Plaza, 1609 Washington Plaza, Reston. The week will feature a variety of jazz themed events that will take place from live music, merchant activities, to a featured film part of Lake Anne’s ongoing Summer Film Festival series.
Thursday-Sunday/Sept. 3-13
Kiss Me Kate. A jazzy musical comedy about a divorced couple staging an outlandish musical version of “Taming of the Shrew.” For tickets and show timings visit www.nextstopHerndon.com.
Friday/Sept. 4
Kingstowne Farmers Market. 4-7 p.m. Fridays, May 1-Oct. 30. Giant Parking Lot, 5955 Kingstowne Towne Center, Alexandria. Vendors products include fresh organic honey and hand held pies and rolls.www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/kingstownemkt.htm
Frying Pan Fridays. 6:30 p.m. Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon. Delve into a different piece of your favorite Farm Park on a stress- free adventure including hands-on activities and short hikes.
McLean Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Fridays, May 1-Nov. 20. 1659 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/mcleanmkt.htm
Saturday-Sunday/Sept. 5-6
22nd Annual Middle Eastern Food Festival. Saturday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday: 12-6 p.m. Holy Transfiguration Melkite Greek-Catholic Church, 8501 Lewinsville Road, McLean. The Festival will feature authentic Middle Eastern food, pastries, music and dancing, as well as vendors, church tours, and activities for both children and adults. www.MiddleEasternFoodFestival.com.
Saturday/Sept. 5
Historic Pohick Church First Saturday Tours. 1-3 p.m. Pohick Church, 9301 Richmond Highway, Lorton. During the colonial period, Pohick Church was the congregation of many of our country's most prominent families, including the Washingtons, Masons and Fairfaxes. http://www.pohick.org.
Cabaret Series: Autumn in New York. 8 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. The Workhouse cabaret team will perform a musical score sure to ease us into the autumn season! Featuring the best songs 'selectively harvested' from Broadway that will have us looking forward to the end of the summer heat and prove that there's no better place for to enjoy fall weather than New York City. Tickets: $25-$30.
Teen Writers Group. 2 p.m. Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke. Do you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, non-fiction and/or memoirs? Join us for sharing, discussion and feedback of works in progress. Teen volunteer facilitates. Age 13-18.
Burke Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturdays, May 2-Nov. 21. 5671 Roberts Parkway, Burke. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/burkemkt.htm
Springfield Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Springfield Town Center, 6699 Spring Mall Drive, Springfield. www.smartmarkets.org.
Fairfax Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, May 9-Oct. 31. 10500 Page Avenue, Fairfax. www.fairfaxsaturdaymarket.com.
Lake Anne Jazz Festival. 2 p.m. Lake Anne Plaza (Waterfront), 1609 Washington Plaza, Reston. Showcasing a variety of talented local emerging artista and national jazz performers. Beer garden on site. Visit http://lakeanneplaza.com/event/9th-annual-lake-anne-jazz-festival/.
Reston Concerts on the Town Series Finale. 7:30-10 p.m. Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. Celebrating the 25th anniversary season with an extended schedule.Dance the night away with Motown, rhythm & blues by Dave Akers & the Soul Shakers.
Reston Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturdays, May 2-Nov. 14. Named the best farmers market in Northern Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine. Lake Anne Village Center, 11401 North Shore Drive, Reston.http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/restonmkt.htm
Sunday/Sept. 6
Lorton Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays, May 3-Nov. 8. Featuring fresh produce, a Swiss bakery and potted plants and herbs. VRE Parking Lot, 8990 Lorton Station Boulevard, Lorton. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/lortonmkt.htm
Fairfax Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, May 10-Oct. 25. 10500 Page Avenue, Fairfax. www.fairfaxsaturdaymarket.com/
Fair Lakes Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4501 Market Commons Drive, Fairfax.www.greentowns.com/initiative/farmers-market/fair-lakes-farmers-market-fairfax-va.
Sunday-Monday/Sept. 6-7
LEGO Model Train Show. Sunday: 12-5 p.m. Monday: 12-4 p.m. 11200 Fairfax Station Road. A two day HO scale modular train display running at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum. They will be joined by Monty with a custom built LEGO train display.
Monday/Sept. 7
16th Annual Labor Day Car Show. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Historic Clifton. Antiques, classics, foreign, customs, motorcycles and more. Pre-register by Aug. 24. www.labordaycarshow.com. All proceeds benefit local charities.
Labor Day Picnic. 10:20 a.m. - 4 p.m. St.Mary's Church, 5612 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station. Mass, entertainment, rides, games, bingo, rummage sale, crafts, food and more.
Herndon Labor Day Festival. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn St., Herndon. Great music, a craft show, food, 12 wineries and micro-brews and culinary demonstrations. Visit www.herndon-va.gov for more.
Tuesday/Sept. 8
Pohick Daytime Discussion Group. 1 p.m. Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke. “The Storyteller” by Jodi Picoult. Adults.
Storytime at Old Town Square. 10:30 a.m. City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Fairfax. Come across the street to Old Town Square to hear some stories, weather permitting. Age 2-5 with adult.
Reston Garden Club Meeting. 1 p.m. Nature House, Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive, Reston. Guest speaker, Karen Rexrode, will be constructing and putting together a “Miniature Garden.” She will be combining dwarf and alpine plants, figurines and accents to create a delightful and enchanting garden in miniature.
Toddler Story Time. 10:30 a.m. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston. Fun stories, songs, and finger plays. Age 2 with adult.
Wednesday/Sept. 9
Kidney Foundation Fundraiser. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Whole Foods Market Fair Lakes, 4501 Market Commons Drive, Fairfax. Whole Foods Fair Lakes will be donating 5 percent of all purchases made between 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. to the National Kidney Foundation.
Chico’s Fall Fashion Show. 11:30 a.m. Springfield Golf & Country Club, 8301 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield. The Springfield Christian Women’s Connection invites everyone to their fall fashion show. It will feature Chico’s, a popular boutique that carries full lines in women’s designer fashion and clothing. $18.50 per person. Reservations are requested by Monday, Sept. 7. SpringWmConn@yahoo.com
Fair Lakes Farmers Market. 3:30-7 p.m. 4501 Market Commons Drive, Fairfax.www.greentowns.com/initiative/farmers-market/fair-lakes-farmers-market-fairfax-va.
Jammin’ Juniors Concert: Bari Koral Family Rock Band. 12:30 p.m. McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., McLean. Free admission
Alden Theatre Usher Event. 7-8:30 p.m. 1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean. Want to be a part of the arts? Learn how you can become an usher at The Alden.
McLean Newcomers and Neighbors’ Monthly Coffee. 11-12 a.m. Regency Apartments Community Room, 1800 Old Meadows Road, McLean. Non-members are invited to come meet the club members and to hear about their various activities. For further information contact: Elaine Varner, emvarner@verizon.net.
Small Wonders. 10:30 a.m. Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton. Short stories for you and your child. Age 13-23 months with adult.
Thursday/Sept. 10
Storytime Yoga. 4:30 p.m. Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke. Stories, stretching and simple yoga poses. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing.
Toddler Time. 10:30 a.m. City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Fairfax. Stories, songs, and activities. Library staff share with children a love for books, and parents learn to cultivate early literacy skills. Age 2-3 with adult.
Junior Farmer Family Fun. 4 p.m. Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Road, Herndon. This family program goes behind the scenes to help the farmers at Frying Pan Farm Park. Come help with farm chores such as milking the cows, feeding the animals, and shelling corn. Topics and activities vary. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
New Belgium Brewing 2015 Clips Beer & Film Tour. 7 p.m. Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. An evening of unique brews from New Belgium Brewing Company paired with inspiring short films. Sample New Belgium's Lips of Faith specialty beers along with popular classics.
Herndon Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursdays, May 7-Nov. 12. Twelve Vendors sell a variety of products including kettle corn and fresh made Italian pasta. Old Town Herndon, 700 Block of Lynn St., Herndon.www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/herndonmkt.htm
Textures in Watercolor. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Vienna Art Center, 115 Pleasant St., NW, Vienna. At the Vienna Art Society’s monthly members’ meeting, watercolor artist Rachel Kazan will demonstrate “Textures in Watercolor” Learn fun ways to use saran wrap, salt , rubbing alcohol and gesso to make wonderful textures in watercolor that can be used for rocks, mountains, water, feathers and other highly textured objects. In addition, you can use layers of saran wrap painting to create a batik effect in watercolor. www.ViennaArtsSociety.
My First Book Club. 4:30 p.m. Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. A book discussion group for boys and girls. Ask for title. Grades Kindergarten - 2.
Friday-Saturday/Sept. 11-12
ChalkFest. Friday: 12-11 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St., Reston. Free for spectators, participants register for a fee which includes supplies. Rain or shine. Information: publicartreston.org.
Friday/Sept. 11
S.T.E.A.M Storytime. 2 p.m. Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke. Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM). Each month focus on one of these subjects with stories and activities appropriate for preschoolers. Age 4-5 with adult.
Senior Tea. 1-2 p.m. ArtSpace Herndon, 750 Center Street, Herndon. Every month seniors are invited to visit the gallery to view the current exhibit and enjoy a cup of tea and a sweet treat. Seniors from the Herndon Senior Center are regular visitors. All teas are free and open to the public.
Saturday/Sept. 12
Oktoberfest Volksmarch. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Accotink Unitarian Universalist Church, 10125 Lakehaven Court, Burke. A volksmarch, literally translated "people's walk," is a leisurely walk through a scenic, historic, interesting area over a pre-determined route. The free walk passes through lush forests and around Burke Lake. Choose from a five or 10-kilometer route (three or six miles) and walk, jog or run at your own pace. German food and drinks will be available to purchase, and the Kings Park German Band will play from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Workhouse Education Open House. 12-3 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton. Demos, hands-on workshops, opportunities to talk one-on-one with instructors as well as explore the campus. Young attendees will enjoy face painting, balloons and cotton candy. And as a bonus, interested students can take advantage of a 10 percent discount on tuition on a weekly class of their choice.
Rummage Sale Fundraiser. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Daniels Run Elementary School, 3705 Lee Highway, Fairfax. Multi-family rummage sale fundraiser to benefit the Fairfax High School Crew Team.
Lorton’s Fall Festival. 11 a.m. Lorton Station Town Center, 8998 Lorton Station Blvd., Lorton. Enjoy a magic booth, pumpkin painting, photo booth, games, prizes and more. Visit www.lortonstationtowncenter.com/calendar-of-events.html for more.
Burke Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturdays, May 2-Nov. 21. 5671 Roberts Parkway, Burke. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/burkemkt.htm
Springfield Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Springfield Town Center, 6699 Spring Mall Drive, Springfield. www.smartmarkets.org.
Fairfax Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, May 9-Oct. 31. 10500 Page Avenue, Fairfax. www.fairfaxsaturdaymarket.com.
Book Discussion. 2 p.m. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston. Author Michael Delapena discusses his novels The Coyote Wars and The Last Coyote, thrillers about domestic terrorists and the FBI team attempting to stop them. Adults.
Reston Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon. Saturdays, May 2-Nov. 14. Named the best farmers market in Northern Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine. Lake Anne Village Center, 11401 North Shore Drive, Reston.http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/restonmkt.htm
National Grandparents Day Celebration. 10:30 a.m. Oakton Library, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton. Grandparents are invited to bring their grandchildren for a Grandparents Day celebration, which will include storytime and craft-making. To participate in craft, families are encouraged to bring a picture of themselves. Age 3-7 with adult.
Artist Reception. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls and at the Artists' Atelier, 756 Walker Road, Great Falls. Jill Banks' "Along the Way" Exhibit of 20+ oil paintings at the Great Falls Library and at the Artists' Atelier. At the Artists' Atelier, see more of Banks' exhibit plus work of her nine studio mates and special exhibit of artist Armand Cabrera's oils. www.JillBanks.com
Great Tastes of Tysons Festival. 12-6 p.m. Lerner Town Square at Tysons II, 8025 Galleria Drive. World-renowned chefs, international wines and foods, outdoor grilling, workshops and more. Visit http://tastetysons.com/ for more.
Model Trains and Thomas at Open House. 1 to 5 p.m. 231 Dominion Road NE, Vienna. See and hear model trolleys and steam and diesel trains plus Thomas and some of his friends in the Historic Vienna Train Station along the W&OD trail just past the Caboose. The layout reflects the mountainous terrain and towns of Western North Carolina with award winning structures. www.nvmr.org.
Oakton Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Year round. Unity of Fairfax Church, 2854 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton. www.smartmarkets.org/
Great Falls Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Year round. Great Falls Village Centre, 778 Walker Road, Great Falls. www.celebrategreatfalls.org/FarmersMarket.html.
Vienna Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Faith Baptist Church Parking Lot, 301 Center Street South, Vienna. www.viennafarmersmarket.com.
Saturday-Sunday/Sept. 12-13
38th Annual Burke Centre Festival. Saturday, 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 6060 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke. Burke Centre's signature event, which celebrates the spirit of the community each year with rides, activities and live entertainment for all ages to enjoy. Visit www.burkecentreweb.com and click on Festival.
Sunday/Sept. 13
Lorton Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays, May 3-Nov. 8. Featuring fresh produce, a Swiss bakery and potted plants and herbs. VRE Parking Lot, 8990 Lorton Station Boulevard, Lorton. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/lortonmkt.htm
Fairfax Farmers Market. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, May 10-Oct. 25. 10500 Page Avenue, Fairfax. www.fairfaxsaturdaymarket.com/
Fair Lakes Farmers Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 4501 Market Commons Drive, Fairfax.www.greentowns.com/initiative/farmers-market/fair-lakes-farmers-market-fairfax-va.
Reston Triathlon. 7 a.m. Lake Audubon, Twin Branches Road, Reston. Swim, bike and run in the “Reston World Championships.” Visit www.restontriathlon.org/tri.