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<cal1>THURSDAY/OCT. 17
<cal2>"Strategies for Social Success: Skills for Children and Adults," a program hosted by CHADD (Children and Adults With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) of Northern Virginia. Cheryl Wietz, LCSW, will present the program at 7 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Lecture Room at Fairfax High School, 3500 Old Lee Highway in Fairfax. The program is free and open to the public.
Eric Martin, former lead singer from Mr. Big, will perform with E'Nuff Z'Nuff and another band to be announced will perform at Jaxx, 6355 Rolling Road in Springfield. All ages. $15.
Small Town will perform at Blue Parrot, located in the Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road in Springfield, at 7 p.m. Free for hotel guests; $5 for the general public. Call 703-971-8900.
Brad Paisley, Tommy Shane Steiner and Andy Griggs will perform at the Patriot Center at George Mason University. 7 p.m. Tickets: $32.50 and $27.50, plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Patriot Center box office. On-line orders: www.ticketmaster.com. Phonecharge: 703-573-SEAT, 202-432-SEAT or 410-481-SEAT.
Friday Morning Music Club on Thursday Morning. Frank Conlon, piano; Bonita Lestina, Mezzo-Soprano; and a woodwind ensemble will perform Schubert, Duke and Ibert. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. Free. Call 703-352-ARTS for more information.
The Fairfax Antique Arts Association will host its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at Oak View Elementary School, 5004 Sideburn Road in Fairfax. Tom Felt will speak about Flow Blue China. All are welcome and admission is free. Contact 703-323-4803.
Invasive Species Removal, 1-4 p.m. Join the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust at Annandale Community Park, 4022 Hummer Road, in removing non-native species from the park. Participants should wear long pants and comfortable shoes. Bring tools and gloves, if possible. For more information, call Jeannie McPherson at 703-354-5093 or visit www.nvct.org.
Slightly Scary Stories. 10:30 a.m. at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Call 703-246-2281 to register. Stories and activities. Ages 3-5 with adult.
"Lighters and Matches are tools for Grown-Ups." 1 p.m. at the Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Puppet show and safety tips from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue staff. There may be a surprise visitor. Age 3-5 with adult. For more information, call 703-978-5600.
Rollicking Frolicking Fun. 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Call 703-644-7333 to register. Sing favorite books. Ages 2-5 with adult.
The Fairfax City chapter of AARP will meet at 10:30 a.m. in the Fairfax United Methodist Church on University Drive and Stratford Avenue. For more information, call Emilie Larson at 703-938-1379.
<cal1>FRIDAY/OCT. 18
<cal2>The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Southern Fury, and The Railriders will perform at Jaxx, 6355 Rolling Road in Springfield. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Ages 21 and up. $20.
Imposter will perform at Blue Parrot, located in the Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road in Springfield, at 9 p.m. Free for hotel guests; $5 for the general public. Call 703-971-8900.
Alcanza College Fair. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Patriot Center, located on George Mason University's Fairfax Campus. This is an opportunity for Latino high school students in the Washington metropolitan area to learn about the college process, opportunities available in higher education and how to obtain scholarships. More than 150 representatives from colleges and universities nationwide are expected to participate. Call 703-993-2400 or visit on-line at www.gmu.edu/alcanza.
How to Improve Water Quality through Land Conservation, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall of the Clifton Presbyterian Church, 12748 Richards Lane, Clifton. Join the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust and the Audubon Naturalist Society for a presentation on the role of land conservation in preserving water quality. The speaker, Katie Goldberg, is the director of land protection for NVCT. Refreshments will follow. No cost. For more information, call Jeannie McPherson at 703-354-5093 or visit www.nvct.org.
Biological and Chemical Monitoring Demonstration, 3:30- 4:30 p.m. Learn about biological and chemical monitoring at Eakin Park while participating in a hands-on workshop sponsored by the Fairfax County Soil and Water Conservation District. For more information call Joanna Arciszewski at 703-324-1460 or e-mail jacise@gmu.edu.
"1776, The Musical" will be presented by the Lord of Life Players at the Lord of Life Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax, at 7 p.m. Call 703-591-4602 for tickets or purchase them at the door.
"Super Mason Midnight Madness," the seventh annual celebration of the opening of George Mason University men's and women's basketball practices, begins at 10:30 p.m. with local band Brevity. Festivities continue with dance routines by the cheerleaders, relay races, contests and an indoor fireworks display at midnight when the basketball players are introduced. The activities conclude with a brief scrimmage. For all ages.
<cal1>SATURDAY/OCT. 19
<cal2>The National Rifle Association is conducting a seminar and an instructor development workshop for its Refuse to Be a Victim program. The three-to-four-hour workshop is open to the public, starts at 8:30 a.m., costs $10 to attend, and will take place at NRA Headquarters. The two-day workshop, which concludes on Sunday, Oct. 20, is open to individuals who have completed an application process. $99 to attend. Call 800-861-1166 for information.
Hearts and Hands Bazaar hosted by Messiah United Methodist Church, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 6215 Rolling Road in Springfield. The event includes vendors, crafts, a silent auction and much more. The proceedes will go to local charities and mission projects. Admission is free. For more information, call 703-569-9862.
The Coastline Band will perform beach/shag music at Jaxx, 6355 Rolling Road in Springfield. Ages 21 and up. $10.
Imposter will perform at Blue Parrot, located in the Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road in Springfield, at 9 p.m. Free for hotel guests; $5 for the general public. Call 703-971-8900.
Carolyn Donovan, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) advocate on women's issues to the United Nations, will speak about the UN resolution on women, peace and security. 10 a.m. at Marshall High School in Fairfax. Free. Call Connie McAdam at 703-524-0571 or Elizabeth Parker at 703-521-0891.
17th Annual Holiday Showcase sponsored by Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the school, 9200 Burke Lake Road. One hundred crafters and artisans sell their crafts, fine arts and holiday merchandise. Proceeds support PTSA activities. Call 703-426-1000 for more information.
Kings Park Library's 30th Anniversary Party. 1 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Celebrate with activities, refreshments and fun for the whole family. For more information, call 703-978-5600. All ages.
Greenbriar East Fall Festival. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Greenbriar East Elementary School. This rain or shine event is sponsored by the PTA. Planned events include moon bounces, cake walks, raffles and a silent auction. A dunk tank will be available for children to take their shot at dunking teachers and staff members.
Franconia History Day. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Franconia Elementary, 6043 Franconia Road in Alexandria. Come enjoy a day of local music, Colonial-Era children's games, BBQ and exhibits about Franconia history sponsored by the Franconia Museum. Free and open to the public.
"1776, The Musical" will be presented by the Lord of Life Players at the Lord of Life Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax, at 7 p.m. Call 703-591-4602 for tickets or purchase them at the door.
James Patterson, author of "Along Came a Spider" and "Kiss the Girls," will appear in person to discuss his novels and sign copies of his books at 2 p.m. The Fairfax County Public Library is hosting the event which will take place at the Fairfax Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway in Fairfax. For more information, call 703-324-833 or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library.
Alessandra Marc, internationally renowned soprano, will perform with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra at 8 p.m. at the George Mason University Center for the Arts. The program will include selections from the works of Wagner, Korngold, Verdi, Strauss and Puccini. The performance will be preceded by a ConcerTalk at 7 p.m. in the Grand Tier III alcove behind the concert hall. Tickets are available from Tickets.com at 703-218-6500.
<cal1>SUNDAY/OCT. 20
<cal2>Occoquan Rendezvous, 1-5 p.m. Join Northern Virginia conservation groups at Bull Run Marina off of Old Yates Ford Road in Clifton for a fun-filled day of guided canoe tours and hikes along on the Occoquan River, water quality monitoring demonstrations, presentations from conservation organizations, and a results tally from watershed monitoring activities taking place over the weekend. Culminates with hot dogs and chips for dinner. No cost. For more information, call Katherine Mull at 703-642-4625 or visit www.nvct.org.
"1776, The Musical" will be presented by the Lord of Life Players at the Lord of Life Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax, at 4 p.m. Call 703-591-4602 for tickets or purchase them at the door.
The Reunion Music Society, Inc. will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a gala fund-raiser, 3-5 p.m. at the Richard J. Ernst Community Cultural Center on the campus of Northern Virginia Community College, located at 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased at the door or by calling 703-569-6580. The NVCC-Annandale Symphony Orchestra will premiere "From Far and Away" composed by its music director Christopher Johnston and featuring secretary of education for Virginia, Dr. Belle Wheelen as narrator. Andrea Roane, co-anchor of WUSA TV 9 News will be mistress of ceremony. Additional performances and a reception will take place in the Forum.
<cal1>MONDAY/OCT. 21
<cal2>Fairfax Junior Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit group that organizes charitable activities across Northern Virginia, will host its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. with Fairfax City Councilwoman Joan Cross at Mama's Italian Restaurant, 9715 Lee Highway. All are invited and the event is free. For more information, call James Parmelee at 703-502-0161 or visit www.fairfaxjaycees.org.
ArtSmarts. 2:30 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Crafts for ages 6-12. Call 703-644-7333 to register.
Fight the Flu. 5-8 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Call 703-644-7333 to register. Shots $20 or Medicare Part B; must be 18 or older. For pneumonia shots $25 and must be 65 or older. Call Inova toll-free for details at 877-895-5284.
The George Mason University Bands will perform "Lord of the Rings," music from the epic motion picture, composed by Johan de Meij, at 8 p.m. at George Mason University's Center for the Arts. Tickets are $7 adults and $5 students/seniors. Tickets: 703-218-6500. Information: 703-993-1380.
<cal1>TUESDAY/OCT. 22
<cal2>Local H and two other bands to be announced will perform at Jaxx, 6355 Rolling Road in Springfield. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Ages 21 and up. $10.
A Celebration of Flowers will be hosted by the Five Hills Garden Club at the International Town and Country Club, 13200 Lee Jackson Highway in Fairfax. Continental breakfast and sales at 9:30 a.m. Demonstration of Holiday Designs by Diana Joyce, English floral designer and lecturer, at 10 a.m. Call 703-938-0434.
Long Term Care Insurance — Protecting Your Estate for the Retirement Years. Presented by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. 7-8:30 p.m. at 3871 Plaza Drive, Fairfax. For more information, call 703-352-0400.
"Investment Information on the Web." 7 p.m. at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Call 703-246-2281 to register. Explore Web sites for researching stocks and mutual funds and Value Line on CD-ROM. Ages 12 and up.
Two-riffic Two's. 10:30 a.m. at the Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Stories and activities. Ages 2-3 with adult. For more information, call 703-978-5600.
Computers Demystified. 2 p.m. at the Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Printing, downloading and using browsers. Adults. For more information, call 703-978-5600.
Pohick Picnickers. 11:30 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Bring a bag lunch and listen to stories. All ages. Call 703-644-7333 to register.
<cal1>WEDNESDAY/OCT. 23
<cal2> The Lake Braddock Secondary School PTSA MentorWorks will host an information meeting for prospective mentors on at 7 p.m. in the Faculty Dining Room of Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Road in Burke. Adults are encouraged to attend this no-obligation information and orientation session to learn more about becoming a mentor to a Lake Braddock student. Time commitment can be as little as 30 minutes per week after school or during lunch. RSVP to Bev Magida, at bev.magida@verizon.nt or 703-821-3055 by Oct. 18. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Disney on Ice-"Princess Classics." 8 p.m. at the Patriot Center. Tickets: $42, $22, $17 and $13 plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Patriot Center box office. On-line orders: www.ticketmaster.com. Phonecharge: 703-573-SEAT, 202-432-SEAT or 410-481-SEAT.
Fall Choral Concert. Join members of the Fairfax High School, Lanier Middle School and Fairfax Villa Elementary School Choirs for an evening filled with patriotic and traditional music at 7:30 p.m. in the Fairfax High School Auditorium at 3500 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Admission is free.
Autumn Scenes. 10:30 a.m. at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Call 703-246-2281 to register. Activities and stories. Ages 2-5 with an adult.
CAGS (Calling All Guys), 7 p.m. at the Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. For more information, call 703-978-5600. All-male book discussion group. Guys 11-16 with adult.
Springfield Toastmasters Club meeting. 7-9 p.m. at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8304 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield. For more information, call 703-560-2187.
<cal1>THURSDAY/OCT. 24
<cal2>New Censation will perform at Blue Parrot, located in the Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road in Springfield, at 7 p.m. Free for hotel guests; $5 for the general public. Call 703-971-8900.
Gallery Talks for "Cloud," a large-scale installation by sculptor Morgan Kennedy, and "Filters," a large-scale installation by sculptor Peter Winant, both exhibited at George Mason University until Nov. 1, will begin at 4:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Gallery, Room B104 of the Fine Arts Building on the Fairfax campus of George Mason University. A reception will follow from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Johnson Center Gallery.
FamilySearch Introduction. 7 p.m. at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Call 703-246-2281 to register. Use genealogy databases and the Family History Library Catalog to find ancestors. Ages 12 and up.
Jolly Jack-O-Lanterns. 1 p.m. at Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. Call 703-451-8055 for more information. Songs, stories and pumpkin lighting. Ages 3-5 with adult.
Disney on Ice-"Princess Classics." 8 p.m. at the Patriot Center. Tickets: $42, $22, $17 and $13 plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Patriot Center box office. On-line orders: www.ticketmaster.com. Phonecharge: 703-573-SEAT, 202-432-SEAT or 410-481-SEAT.
<cal1>FRIDAY/OCT. 25
<cal2>New Censation will perform at Blue Parrot, located in the Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road in Springfield, at 9 p.m. Free for hotel guests; $5 for the general public. Call 703-971-8900.
ODC/San Francisco’s “The Velveteen Rabbit.” 8 p.m. at George Mason University’s Center for the Arts. This presentation of the children’s classic is part of the Great Performances at Mason Family Entertainment Series. Tickets are $25. Children under 12 half price. Choose three or more Family Entertainment events and pay only $20 for adults and $10 for children. Charge by phone at 703-218-6500.
The Crotty & O'Neill Quintet present "Encore! Jazz and Popular Songs" at the Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. The show begins at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Contact Bonita Lestina at 703-591-3221 for more information.
Disney on Ice-"Princess Classics." 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Patriot Center. Tickets: $42, $22, $17 and $13 plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Patriot Center box office. On-line orders: www.ticketmaster.com. Phonecharge: 703-573-SEAT, 202-432-SEAT or 410-481-SEAT.
<cal1>SATURDAY/OCT. 26
<cal2>Jubilaums!, a program featuring the Alte Kameraden, Fairfax Band’s popular German band, will open the season at 8 p.m. in the auditorium of Fairfax High School, 3500 Old Lee Highway in Fairfax. Celebrating the Alte Kameraden’s 25th anniversary, the program will be filled with German and Bavarian music. $8 general admission, $5 for students and seniors. For tickets call 703-757-0220.
Al DiMeola and two other bands TBA will perform at Jaxx, 6355 Rolling Road in Springfield. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Ages 21 and up. $28.
New Censation will perform at Blue Parrot, located in the Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road in Springfield, at 9 p.m. Free for hotel guests; $5 for the general public. Call 703-971-8900.
Join the 2nd Virginia Regiment at Gunston Hall Plantation from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. for "To Arms!: Revolutionary Re-enactment." In the fields surrounding Gunston Hall, re-enactors prepare for war in a Virginia battalion as they would have in 1775. Admission to the event, which includes tours of the circa-1755 mansion, is $8 adults; $7 seniors; $4 children 6 – 18; and free for children under age 6. Call 703-550-9220 or 1-800-811-6966 or visit www.GunstonHall.org.
Lee District Town Meeting. Browse display tables: 9-10 a.m. Speakers: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Theme: Services and Opportunities for Senior Citizens. The meeting will take place at Lane Elementary School, 7137 Beulah St. Contact Debbie Wilson at 703-971-6262.
Barefoot Puppets. 11 a.m. at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Call 703-246-2281 to register. Dreamtime, Australian Aboriginal folk-tales. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fairfax City Regional Library. All ages.
Caravan Tales. 3 p.m. at Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. Call 703-451-8055 for more information. Joan Leotta tells Middle Eastern folk tales. Ages 6-12.
"New" Lee High School Tour. All members of the Springfield community are invited to tour the recently renovated Lee High School. Scheduled for Homecoming Weekend, the tour will start at 1 p.m. and be guided by Principal Donald Thurston and Librarian Priscille Dando. Guests should assemble promptly at 1 p.m. in the new foyer/grand entrance area.
Civil War Living History Day. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax. Five re-enactor regiments will set up camps and present civilian life demonstrations. Adults: $3. Children under 10: $1. For more information, call 703-425-9225.
Disney on Ice-"Princess Classics." 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Patriot Center. Tickets: $42, $22, $17 and $13 plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Patriot Center box office. On-line orders: www.ticketmaster.com. Phonecharge: 703-573-SEAT, 202-432-SEAT or 410-481-SEAT.
Saturday Writing Workshop with Lori Smith, author of "The Single Truth." 10 a.m. to 1-p.m. at the Truro Church in Fairfax. Smith will explain the writing process, from evaluating a book idea straight through to a finished manuscript. For more information and directions, visit www.ccwriters.org, e-mail CCWriters@juno.com or call 703-803-9447.
<cal1>SUNDAY/OCT. 27
<cal2>Join the 2nd Virginia Regiment at Gunston Hall Plantation from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. for "To Arms!: Revolutionary Re-enactment." In the fields surrounding Gunston Hall, re-enactors prepare for war in a Virginia battalion as they would have in 1775. Admission to the event, which includes tours of the circa-1755 mansion, is $8 adults; $7 seniors; $4 children 6 – 18; and free for children under age 6. Call 703-550-9220 or 1-800-811-6966 or visit www.GunstonHall.org.
The Ninth-Annual Goblin Gallop 5K race and 1K fun run at the Fair Lakes Shopping Center, off the Fair Lakes Parkway, in Fairfax. The fun run begins at 8:30 a.m. and the 5K starts at 9 a.m. Proceeds go to The John Quadrino Foundation to Benefit Children with Cancer. The event will take place, rain or shine, and will kick off in front of Jared's in the shopping center. The 5K entry fee is $20 if postmarked by Oct. 22; late and race-day registration is $25. Entry fee for the 1K is $15 if postmarked by Oct. 22; late and race-day registration is $20. It's a USATF-certified course, and the first three overall male and female finishers will win $150, $100 and $50, respectively. Top age-group finishers will also receive prizes. Register on-line at www.racepacket.com. For more information, call 703-536-2027, e-mail GoblinGallop@MWZB.com or see www.goblingallop.org.
Disney on Ice-"Princess Classics." 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the Patriot Center. Tickets: $42, $22, $17 and $13 plus applicable service charges. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and the Patriot Center box office. On-line orders: www.ticketmaster.com. Phonecharge: 703-573-SEAT, 202-432-SEAT or 410-481-SEAT.