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<cal1>Thursday/March 13
<cal2>Pre-Festival Concerts by the three Lake Braddock High School bands. The concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Little Theatre at Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9100 Burke Lake Road, Burke. The public is invited to attend. Admission is $2/school-age band students and senior citizens are free. For additional information, call 703-426-1072.
11th Annual National Trumpet Competition. All-day events at the Concert Hall and Johnson Center, George Mason University, corner of Braddock Road and Route 123 in Fairfax. The National Trumpet Competition at GMU is the largest competitive event for young trumpet players in the world. Most events are free. For more information, visit www.nationaltrumpetcomp.org or call the GMU Music Department at 703-993-1380.
<cal1>Friday/March 14
<cal2>11th Annual National Trumpet Competition. All-day events at the Concert Hall and Johnson Center, George Mason University, corner of Braddock Road and Route 123 in Fairfax. The National Trumpet Competition at GMU is the largest competitive event for young trumpet players in the world. Most events are free. For more information, visit www.nationaltrumpetcomp.org or call the GMU Music Department at 703-993-1380.
Alban Chorale: American Songs and Spirituals. 8 p.m., The Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. Free. 703-352-ARTS.
Blood Drive. 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. Photo ID required. Allow one hour for donor visit. Donors with appointments are given priority. Walk-ins welcome. 1-866-256-6372.
<cal1>Saturday/March 15
<cal2>Free Appraisal Day, featuring Ben Hastings, a member of the International Society of Appraisers and host of “Trash & Treasures." 1-5 p.m., at Broadway Gallery, 12231 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax. The public can bring their artwork, antiques, collectibles and objects of interest for a free verbal appraisal. One or two pieces recommended. For more information, contact Stacey Knight, gallery director at 703-273-2388.
Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon with Silent Auction. Springfield-Annandale Branch of American Association of University Women, 11 a.m. at the Country Club of Fairfax, 5110 Ox Road, Fairfax. Proceeds benefit various programs of the organization. For reservations, call Carol at 703-440-6835.
Antique Show to benefit the Hospice of Northern Virginia. More than 120 dealers will display a wide range of items. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at George Mason University Recreation and Sports Center, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. $6.50 per person.
The Kid Who Could Talk to Penguins. For ages 6 and up. 2 p.m., Lake Braddock Storybook Theatre in Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke. $2. 703-426-1070.
Fairfax Symphony Orchestra. 8 p.m., in the Concert Hall at the George Mason University Center for the Arts. Tickets: $40, $36, $25, $18. Charge by phone at 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com.
11th Annual National Trumpet Competition. All-day events at the Concert Hall and Johnson Center, George Mason University, corner of Braddock Road and Route 123 in Fairfax. The National Trumpet Competition at GMU is the largest competitive event for young trumpet players in the world. Most events are free. For more information, visit www.nationaltrumpetcomp.org or call the GMU Music Department at 703-993-1380.
"Godspell," a musical based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew. 7 p.m., at Westwood Baptist Church, 8200 Old Keene Mill Road.
Learn how to use the Non-Profit Nehemiah Gift Program to become a homeowner. 3-5 p.m., at Fairfax Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Seating is limited. Reservations are required. Call 800-362-3878 code 4164. All workshops are free and open to the public.
<cal1>Sunday/March 16
<cal2>Antique Show to benefit the Hospice of Northern Virginia. More than 120 dealers will display a wide range of items. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., at George Mason University Recreation and Sports Center, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. $6.50 per person.
The Kid Who Could Talk to Penguins. For ages 6 and up. 2 p.m., at Lake Braddock Storybook Theatre in Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke. $2. 703-426-1070.
11th Annual National Trumpet Competition. All-day events at the Concert Hall and Johnson Center, George Mason University, corner of Braddock Road and Route 123 in Fairfax. The National Trumpet Competition at GMU is the largest competitive event for young trumpet players in the world. Most events are free. For more information, visit www.nationaltrumpetcomp.org or call the GMU Music Department at 703-993-1380.
“The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band featuring guest conductor Col. John R. Bourgeois (ret.), former Marine Band Director, will present a program including Berlioz, Britten and Sousa at 2 p.m., in the Concert Hall at the George Mason University Center for the Arts. Performance is free and open to the public, no reservations or tickets required. For more information visit www.marineband.usmc.mil or call 202-433-4011. For directions or parking information, call 703-993-8888.
<cal1> Monday/March 17
<cal2>Red Cross Blood Drive. 4-8 p.m. at Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, 8336 Carrleigh Parkway, West Springfield. To schedule an appointment, call Susan Davidson at 703-425-2551.
<cal1>Tuesday/March 18
<cal2>Pre-Festival Concert by the Lake Braddock Middle School Orchestra. 7:30 p.m., in the Little Theatre at Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9100 Burke Lake Road, Burke. The public is invited to attend. No charge for the concert but donations are welcome. For additional information, call 703-426-1074.
George Mason University Visiting Writers Series, featuring non-fiction writer Tom M. Shroder, Washington Post Magazine editor. 8 p.m., at the Concert Hall Grand Tier III, GMU, Fairfax campus. All readings are free and open to the public. The series is sponsored by the creative writing program in the English department. For more information, call 703-993-1180.
Thomas M. Brawley Memorial Chamber Recital. 8 p.m., in the Harris Theater at the George Mason University Center for the Arts. Free.
<cal1>Wednesday/March 19
<cal2>George Mason University Visiting Writers Series, featuring poet Semezdin Mehmedinovic, author of four books. 8 p.m., at the Concert Hall Grand Tier III, GMU, Fairfax campus. All readings are free and open to the public. The series is sponsored by the creative writing program in the English department. For more information, call 703-993-1180.
<cal1>Thursday/March 20
<cal2>Pre-Festival Concert by the Lake Braddock High School Orchestra. 7:30 p.m., in the Little Theatre at Lake Braddock Secondary School, 9100 Burke Lake Road, Burke. The public is invited to attend. No charge for the concert but donations are welcome. For additional information, call 703-426-1074.
Fairfax Antique Arts Association monthly meeting. 7 p.m., at Oak View School, 5004 Sideburn Road, Fairfax. Ray Montgomery will speak about old cars.
Friday Morning Music Club on Thursday Morning. 11 a.m.- 12 p.m., at the Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. For more information, call 703-352-ARTS.
"Godspell." 7 p.m., at the Burke Presbyterian Church on Oak Leather Drive, just off Burke Centre Parkway. No admission, but seating is limited. Reserved seats are available at the church by calling 703-764-0456.
"Post Modernism vs. Religion vs. Objectivism: What is the Proper Basis for Morality in the 21st Century?" A talk by Dr. Ed Locke. 7:30 p.m., in Johnson Center, Room G, George Mason University, Fairfax Campus. This talk is presented by the GMU Objectivist Club. This event is open to the general public. It is free for those with a GMU ID, a $5 donation to the GMUOC is suggested for those without a GMU ID. For more information, e-mail gmuoc@gmuoc.org or visit: http://www.gmuoc.org.
Take a hike! A 10-mile hike on the Pohick and South Run Valley Stream Park trails from the I-95 and Rolling Road area in Springfield to Burke Lake. This is a joint hike with the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club and Sierra Club. Bring lunch and water. Hike starts at 10 a.m., rain or shine. Leave pets at home. A car shuttle will be needed. Leader: Henri at henricomeau@aol.com or 703-451-7965. Directions to meeting place: From Fairfax County Parkway (Route 7100) take Pohick Road (VA 641) south three miles to Rolling Road traffic light. Go right then 0.17 miles to Wadebrook Terrace and meet at the cul-de-sac.
<cal1>Friday/March 21
<cal2>GMU Dance Company 2003 Gala Concert. 8 p.m., at the George Mason University Concert Hall. Tickets: $15 adults; $12 students, staff and seniors. Charge by phone at 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com.
Right Foot Red. Ned Devine's, 3971 Chain Bridge Road in Fairfax. $5. Check Web site for time: www.neddevines.com.
A.R. Rahman and Lata Mangeskar. 8:30 p.m. at the George Mason University Patriot Center, 4400 University Drive in Fairfax. Tickets $200-$45. Available at Ticketmaster 202-432-SEAT.
"Godspell." 8 p.m.; lasagna dinner, 6 - 7:15 p.m. at the Burke Presbyterian Church on Oak Leather Drive, just off Burke Centre Parkway. Lasagna dinner is $8 for adults, $5 for children, if reserved; at the door, $10 for adults, $5 for children. No admission for performance, but seating is limited. Reserved seats are available at the church by calling 703-764-0456.
Grand Opening Celebration of the Quantum Healing Center. 4 p.m. Food, fun and wellness. Continue the fun at 6 p.m., with a free workshop discussion about Panic, Anxiety, Stress and Depression. Presented by nationally known life and business coach, author, speaker and healer Joshua Bloom. Free. Call for reservations. The Quantum Healing Center is located at 4101 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 309, Fairfax. 703-937-3993 or e-mail info@quantumhealingcenter.com.
Colonial Republican Women’s Club meeting. 7:30 p.m. at a current member‘s home. All women are invited to attend the March dessert reception to "mix and mingle" with local political representatives. For club membership information or meeting information, contact Rebecca Timmes at 703-922-8732.
<cal1>Saturday/March 22
<cal2>ARTSBUS: Bus Trip to Manhattan. This program of George Mason University's Department of Art and Visual Technology has been ferrying arts enthusiasts from our area to New York City several times each academic year. Groups meet on George Mason University's Fairfax campus at the Finley Building parking lot. Parking is free for ARTSBUS participants in faculty/staff Lot H, across from the Finley Building. Buses leave Fairfax promptly at 6 a.m. Daytrip buses depart from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York at 7 p.m., and return to George Mason by midnight. Daytrip: $45-students, $60-non students. Overnight bus: $60-students, $70-non students. Tickets may be purchased at Mason's Center for the Arts Box Office, in the lobby of the Center for the Arts Concert Hall on Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax campus, or at www.tickets.com and by phone 703-218-6500.
GMU Dance Company 2003 Gala Concert. 8 p.m., at the George Mason University Concert Hall. Tickets: $15 adults; $12 students, staff and seniors. Charge by phone at 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com.
Annual Flea Market. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Canterbury Woods Elementary School Cafeteria, 4910 Willet Drive, Annandale.
I Worship Concert. 7:30 p.m., at the George Mason University Patriot Center, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Tickets $30-$15, available at Ticketmaster 202-432-SEAT.
All Aboard Quilter's Quilt Show. 12-5 p.m., at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station. The event includes a small sales area. 703-425-9225. Sponsored by Friends of the Fairfax Station, a non-profit organization. $3 donation to assist with improvement and upkeep of the historic railroad station.
"Godspell." Performance, 8 p.m.; lasagna dinner, 6-7:15 p.m. at the Burke Presbyterian Church on Oak Leather Drive, just off Burke Centre Parkway. Lasagna dinner is $8 for adults, $5 for children, if reserved; at the door, $10 for adults, $5 for children. No admission for performance, but seating is limited. Reserved seats are available at the church by calling 703-764-0456.
Flea Market. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Little River United Congregational Church, 8410 Little River Turnpike. For more information, call 703-978-3060.
“American Faces.” The City of Fairfax Band will appear 8 p.m., at Fairfax High School, performing a selection of American pieces. Tickets on sale now. Call 703-757-0220.
Blood Drive/Bloodmobile. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Pohick Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Photo ID required. Allow one hour for donor visit. Donors with appointments are given priority. Walk-ins welcome. 1-866-256-6372.
American Landscapes Concert. The Springfield Chorale will present a concert at 8 p.m., featuring Thompson's "Frostiana," choruses from Copland's "The Tender Land" and works by other American composers. The concert takes place at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 5800 Backlick Road, Springfield. Advance tickets are $14/$11 senior and students; $1 higher at the door. For tickets or information, call 703-239-2180, e-mail springfieldchorale@hotmail.com or visit www.springfieldchorale.org.