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<cal2>Experience a new view of Mount Vernon aboard the Potomac Spirit cruise ship. The 30-minute narrated excursions along the Potomac River depart daily through Oct. 13 at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Call 703-780-2000 for information and fees.
<cal2>Spend a relaxing afternoon at Green Spring Gardens. An English tea served in the historic Manor House follows the guided tour. Through October. Reservations required, $20. For reservations, call the Manor House at 703-941-7987.
<cal2>Sept. 11 exhibit, "Research Matters: 9/11, The Armed Forces Institute of Pathology Responds," at the National Museum of Health and Medicine, located at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Ave. and Elder Street Northwest, Washington, D.C. The exhibit contains never-before-seen photos taken by the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP) to identify the victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks at the Pentagon and the crash of United Airlines Flight 93 in Somerset County, Pa. The exhibit will run indefinitely.
<cal2>Garden Stroll and Tea. Spend a relaxing afternoon at Green Spring Gardens. Explore one of the most exciting and innovative gardens in the Washington, D.C., area. A scrumptious English tea held most Thursdays through October. Reservations required, $20 Call Green Spring Gardens at 703-642-5173.
Green Spring Gardens presents at the Manor House the vibrant colors of artist Betty Ganley and the mixed media exhibit of the Washington Society of Landscape Painters. Located at the Horticulture Center open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Sundays, noon-4:30 p.m., to Aug. 30. Free. For more information, call Green Spring Gardens 703-642-5173.
“The Gilded Cage: Views of American Women, 1873-1921,” featuring the works of John Singer Sargent, Mary Cassatt, Edmund Tarbell and Childe Hassam, will be on display at the Corcoran Galley of Art through Aug. 27. Located at New York Avenue and 17th Street Northwest. Admission is $5/adults, $8/families, $3/seniors and members, and $1/students. Call 202-639-1700 for more information.
Reston Concerts on the Town. Reston Town Center, Reston. 7:30-10 p.m. Free. Rain or shine. 703-912-4062.
<cal1>Thursday/JULY 17
<cal2>Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer. Their ageless music will be performed at 8 p.m. at Jammin' Java located at 231 Maple Ave. E. in Vienna. Admission is $12. For more information, call 703-255-1566. For more information on Dave Carter & Tracy Grammar, visit their Web site at www.daveandtracy.com.
<cal2>The Smothers Brothers and The Kingston Trio, comedians and folk singers, will perform at Wolf Trap at 8 p.m. The Smothers Brothers have became known through "The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour" first airing in 1967 on CBS. The Kingston Trio were extremely popular in the late 1950s. Their single "Tom Dooley" was on Billboard's Top 10 for four months in 1959. Admission is $28 in-house and $18 on the lawn. For more information, call 703-255-1860 or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Thursday/JULY 18
<cal2>Kodo Percussion Ensemble. The Japanese drum group will perform at 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap. This is one of the group’s 2,200 performances in 38 countries. Tickets range from $18-$42 and can be purchased at www.wolftrap.org, at The Filene Center Box Office at 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, or by calling tickets.com at 703-218-6500. Call 703-255-1860 for information.
<cal2>The City of Fairfax Band will perform its annual Children's Concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Veterans Amphitheater at Fairfax City Hall. For more information, call 703-757-0220 or visit www.fairfaxband.org.
<cal1>Friday/JULY 19
<cal2>Clint Black. The country star and Grammy award winner will perform tonight at 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap. Tickets are $34 in-house/$20 lawn and can be purchased at www.wolftrap.org, at The Filene Center Box Office at 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, or by calling tickets.com at 703-218-6500. Call 703-255-1860 for information.
<cal2>"Xerxes." The Wolf Trap Opera Company will present George Frideric Handel's “Xerxes” at 8 p.m. at the Barns of Wolf Trap. The opera will be performed in Italian with English supertitles. The opera is part comic and part serious as it follows the Persian king Xerxes.
<cal1>SATURDAY/JULY 20
<cal2>“The President’s Own” Marine Chamber Orchestra will perform a free concert, July 20 at 7:30 p.m., at George Mason University’s Harris Theater in Fairfax. No reservations or tickets are required. Call 202-433-4011 for information or 703-993-1000 for directions.
<cal2>Eddie from Ohio and Jonatha Brooke. Eddie From Ohio are folk-rockers formed from James Madison University and Virginia Tech graduates. Brooke is known for her meaningful lyrics and her recent hit "Linger" from her newest CD, "Steady Pull." Their performance will be at 8 p.m. at the Filene Center of Wolf Trap. Admission is $26 in-house and $18 on the lawn for advanced purchase. For more information, call 703-255-1860 or visit www.wolftrap.org.
"A Multitude of Sins." The Wolf Trap Opera Company will perform "A Multitude of Sins" at 8 p.m. at the Barns of Wolf Trap. Steven Blier will accompany the Company. The recital will feature a multitude of musical styles including works by Brahms and Irving Berlin.
<cal1>SUNDAY/JULY 21
<cal2>Tisanes and Other Beverages for Those Hot Summer Days. Join us as we sample unique flavors that provide us with healthy quenching alternatives. 1-3 p.m. A full English tea follows. Manor House Tea Program, Green Spring, is by reservation only and requires a $20-per-person, nonrefundable prepayment. Checks should be made payable to FCPA. Visa or Mastercard accepted. Call the Manor House at 703-941-7987 for more information or to make a reservation.
John McCutcheon. Folk musician with five Grammy nominations. 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Old Loudoun County Courthouse in downtown historic Leesburg. Admission is $5 per person. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. For information, call Bluemont at 703-777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.
<cal2>"Xerxes". The Wolf Trap Opera Company will present George Fridric Handel's “Xerxes” at 2 p.m at the Barns of Wolf Trap. The opera will be performed in Italian with English supertitles. The opera is part comic and part serious as it follows the Persian king Xerxes.
<cal2> Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will perform at 7 p.m at the Filene Center of Wolf Trap. along with a special appearance by Vassar Clements. The Dirt Band reunites for its 30th Anniversary of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," their album. The band will release a 30th Anniversary Edition that will be a two-CD set.
MONDAY/JULY 22
Three Mo’ Tenors Perform at Wolf Trap. Dixon, Thomas Young and Victor Trent Cook are the three African-American operatic tenors that will perform Broadway classics, opera, and folk at Wolf Trap at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range from $18-$36 and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500, or online at www.wolftrap.org.
TUESDAY/ JULY 23
The Temptations and The Four Tops will be performing for two nights at Wolf Trap beginning Tuesday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 in-house/$18 lawn and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500, or online at www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>WEDNESDAY/JULY 24
<cal2>The Wolf Trap Opera Company will present George Fridric Handel's “Xerxes” at 8 p.m at the Barns of Wolf Trap. The opera will be performed in Italian with English supertitles. The opera is part comic and part serious as it follows the Persian king Xerxes.
THURSDAY/ JULY 26
Alexandria Theater Puts on "Victor/Victoria."
The Little Theater of Alexandria will be performing the play "Victor/Victoria" starting July 26 and running through Aug. 17. Tickets are $14-$17, and group rates for 15 or more get $2 off Saturday performances and $3 off all others. Tickets can be ordered by calling LTA at 703-683-0496, and more information can be found by visiting www.thelittletheatre.com.
“Reggae Fest 2002” Brings the Sound of Jamaica to Wolf Trap. Starting at 7 p.m., Wolf Trap will host a night of reggae with Beres Hammond, Maxi Priest, Third World, and Junior Marvin. Tickets are $30/in-house and $22/lawn and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500, or online at www.wolftrap.org.
FRIDAY/ JULY 26
Cowboy Mouth, Fighting Gravity, and The Clarks will be performing their guitar-driven rock ’n’ roll together at Wolf Trap at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30/in-house and $20/lawn and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500, or online at www.wolftrap.org.
<call>SATURDAY/JULY 27
<cal2>Beatrix Potter's Birthday. Learn about Beatrix Potter, world-renowned author and illustrator. Look for Peter Rabbit in the vegetable garden, and join in a special birthday tea in the Manor House at Green Spring. 1-3 p.m. Family Tea Programs are by reservation only and require a $20, nonrefundable prepayment to FCPA. Ages 5-12. No strollers. For reservations, call 703-941-7987.
<cal2>The Wolf Trap Opera Company will present George Fridric Handel's “Xerxes” at 8 p.m. at The Barnes of Wolf Trap. The opera will be performed in Italian with English supertitles. The opera is part comic and part serious as it follows the Persian king Xerxes.
Rock Legends Celebrate Beatles’ Hit Songs at Wolf Trap. Alan Parsons will be joined by Cream’s Jack Bruce, Christopher Cross, Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad, and Eric Carmen to celebrate the hits of The Beatles in the Second Annual “Walk Down Abbey Road” at 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap. Tickets are $32 in-house/ $22 lawn and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500 or online at www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>SUNDAY/JULY 28
<cal2>Faeries in the Garden. Accompany your child on a hunt for flower faeries in the enchanted gardens of Green Spring. Tea follows in the Manor House. 1-3 p.m. Family Tea Programs are by reservation only and require a $20, nonrefundable prepayment to FCPA. Ages 5-12. No strollers. For reservations, call 703-941-7987.
The Carters. Quality bluegrass from a family band. 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Old Loudoun County Courthouse in downtown historic Leesburg. Admission is $5 per person. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. For information, call Bluemont at 703-777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.
“Rhythm of Love” Summer Tour Comes to Wolf Trap. Night of R&B music featuring vocalists Will Downing and Patti Austin along with saxophonist Gerald Albright beginning at 7 p.m. at Wolf Trap. Tickets are $32 in-house/$18 lawn, and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500 or online at www.wolftrap.org.
MONDAY/ JULY 29
Bruce Hornsby Performs at Wolf Trap. Bruce Hornsby will be performing songs from his new album “Big Swing Face” at Wolf Trap at 8 p.m. Tickets are $32 in-house/$18 lawn, and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500 or online at www.wolftrap.org.
TUESDAY/ JULY 30
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma Joins the Youth Orchestra of the Americas for its Washington-area debut at Wolf Trap at 8:15 p.m. Ticket prices vary by seating and can be purchased at The Filene Center Box Office, by calling 703-218-6500 or online at www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>SATURDAY/AUGUST 3
<cal2>Nature Printing for Quilters and Crafters. Create unique fabric and paper using leaves, flowers and ferns. Explore sun printing with paint, blueprinting on fabric and stamping. Kit fee includes fabric and everything you will need to continue this exciting craft at home. Wear old clothes as paints are permanent. Held at the Green Spring Horticulture Center, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Class fee $25, kit fee $25. Call the Green Spring Horticulture Center, 703-642-5173, for more information or to register.
<cal1>SUNDAY/AUGUST 4
<cal2>Hill Billy IDOL. Rollicking, up-tempo band, playing everything from Louisiana zydeco music to bluegrass. 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Old Loudoun County Courthouse in downtown historic Leesburg. Admission is $5 per person. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. For information, call Bluemont at 703-777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.
Keeping Cool: The Story of Ice Cream and Ices. Sample frozen desserts, ice creams, sorbets, sherbets and granitas, as they relate to their histories, origins and recipes. 1-4 p.m. at the Green Spring Gardens' Manor House. Cost $20. For reservations call the Manor House at 703-941-7987. Visa and Mastercard accepted.
<cal1>SATURDAY/AUG. 10
<cal2>“The President’s Own” Marine Chamber Orchestra will perform a free concert, Aug. 10 at 7:30 p.m., at George Mason University’s Harris Theater in Fairfax. No reservations or tickets are required. Call 202-433-4011 for information or 703-993-1000 for directions.
Tomato and Pepper Tasting. Tantalizing tomatoes and zesty peppers make summer gardens sizzle! Let Cindy Brown, staff horticulturist, add to your secrets on how to grow the tastiest tomatoes and peppers. Growing conditions, structures and heirloom varieties will be discussed. Pick your favorite tomato or pepper during the taste test. Lecture $7. Held at the Green Spring Horticulture Center at 10-11:30 a.m. Call the Green Spring Horticulture Center for more information or to register, 703-642-5173.
<cal1>SUNDAY/AUGUST 11
<cal2>Pan Masters Caribbean. Steel-band music and dance from the islands. 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Old Loudoun County Courthouse in downtown historic Leesburg. Admission is $5 per person. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. For information, call Bluemont at 703-777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.
<cal1>SATURDAY/AUGUST 24
<cal2>Demystifying the Orchid. Do not be intimidated by these showy exotic beauties. Ken Meier, former president of the Hollin Hills Orchid Society, will treat you to an array of major varieties and enlighten listeners on how to successfully pot and otherwise care for the elegant orchid. Held at 10-11:30 a.m. at the Manor House. Cost $10. For reservations call the Manor House at 703-941-7987. Visa and Mastercard accepted.
<cal1>SUNDAY/AUGUST 25
<cal2>Orquesta La Romana. “The Washington metro area's best salsa band.” 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Old Loudoun County Courthouse in downtown historic Leesburg. Admission is $5 per person. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. For information, call Bluemont at 703-777-6306 or visit www.bluemont.org.
18th-Century Textiles. How were textiles used in the home in the 18th century? What fibers were used? How were they dyed and sewn, and what were the differences in the textiles used by the upper and lower classes? Held 1-3 p.m. at Green Spring Gardens' Manor House. Cost $20. For reservations call the Manor House at 703-941-7987.