<hdr30>Calendar
<lst>To have community events listed free in The Vienna/Oakton Connection, mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102, e-mail Nina M. Dry at vienna@connectionnewspapers.com or fax to 703-917-0991. Deadline is Friday before publication. Photos/artwork encouraged. Call 703-917-6458.
<cal1>Wednesday/May 26
<cal2>Children's Stories. Children and parents welcome to Lap Time Tales, for stories and activities, 10:30 a.m., at the Patrick Henry Public Library, 101 Maple Ave. East, Vienna. For more information, call 703-938-0405.
Live Music. Roy Bookbinder for an evening of acoustic blues at Jammin' Java, 237 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Tickets are $12. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
Rock Concert. Lynyrd Skynyrd performs with special guest .38 Special 7:30 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets $22. In-house tickets $38. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Thursday/May 27
<cal2>'On the Farm' 10:30 a.m., at Tysons-Pimmit Regional Public Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. Participate in activities and listen to stories. Ages 3-5 are welcome with a parent. For more information, call 703-709-8088.
Comedy Show. Join Seamus Kennedy for a night of Irish comedy at Jammin' Java, 237 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Tickets are $12. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
Concert. Diamond Rio and Patty Loveless perform at 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets $22. In-house tickets $38. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Friday/May 28
<cal2>Kareoke Night. 7 p.m., at Borders at Tysons Corner, 8027 Leesburg Pike, Vienna. Call 703-556-7766.
Recital. The Fairfax Unitarian Universalist Church presents "I Hate Music (but I Like to Sing)," a recital of romantic and modern vocal music, at 8 p.m. Vocal music performed by soprano Alison Heald. Tickets are $10. Fairfax Unitarian Universalist Church is located at 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 703-323-7606.
Live Music. Join Cecilia for a night of pop/rock at Jammin' Java, 237 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Tickets are $12. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
"A Prairie Home Companion" with Garrison Keillor. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets $18-$36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Saturday/May 29
<cal2>Used Book Sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at Patrick Henry Public Library, 101 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. For More information, call 703-938-0405.
Satirical performance. The Shepherd's Center of Oakton-Vienna presents the Hexagon Group's political satire titled, "Wee Puns of Mas Distraction." This fund-raising event starts at 7:30 p.m., in the auditorium of Marshall High School, 7731 Leesburg Pike. Tickets are $15 before the show and $20 at the door. Marshall High School Choral Ensemble will perform prior to the Hexagon show. For tickets or more information, call 703-281-0538.
Live Music. The Fabulous Mary Ann Redmond Band at Jammin' Java, 237 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Tickets are $12. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
The Northern Virginia Model Railroaders Inc. celebrates Viva Vienna Days with an open house at 1 p.m. The club is located in the historic "Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Station", 231 Dominion Road, Vienna. Free admission, donations accepted. For more information call, 703-938-5157, visit www.nvmr.org‚ or send an e-mail to nvmrinc@hotmail.com.
Home Design Show. VA-Home and Design Live! will showcase the area's home design leaders with the ultimate in luxury options. The show takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Ritz-Carton Tysons Corner, 1700 Tyson's Blvd., McLean. Jane Seymour, award-winning actress and artist, will be on hand to display her work. The show is open to the public, and tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, visit www.homeanddesign.com or call 301-622-5107.
"A Prairie Home Companion" with Garrison Keillor. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets $18-$36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Taiwanese American Heritage Weekend. The Taiwanese Association of America (TAA) showcases its annual Taiwanese American Heritage weekend activities at Tysons Corner Center at the Lower Level Community Stage, 1961 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. Highlights of this cultural celebration include a Taiwanese puppet show, traditional music performances, arts, crafts and more. Activities are from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call 703-893-9400 or visit www.taagwc.org.
Free concert. Madison High School Jazz Band performs in a free concert from 2-4 p.m., at Jammin' Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
<cal1>Sunday/May 30
<cal2>Live Music. Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams CD Release show at Jammin' Java, 237 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Tickets are $10. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
The Northern Virginia Model Railroaders Inc. celebrates Viva Vienna Days with an open house at 1 p.m. The club is located in the historic "Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Station", 231 Dominion Road, Vienna. Free admission, donations accepted. For more information call, 703-938-5157, visit www.nvmr.org‚ or send an e-mail to nvmrinc@hotmail.com.
Home Design Show. VA-Home and Design Live! will showcase the area's home design leaders with the ultimate in luxury options. The show takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Ritz-Carton Tysons Corner, 1700 Tyson's Blvd., McLean. Jane Seymour, award-winning actress and artist, will be on hand to display her work. The show is open to the public, and tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, visit www.homeanddesign.com or call 301-622-5107.
Dog Walk/Adoption. Viva Vienna Festival and Health Fairs sponsor the "Healthy Hound Dog Adoption Event and Dog Walk." The event is from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 216 Dominion Road N.E., Vienna. Dog walk registration and check-in are at 10 a.m. Adoptable dogs are showcased by local dog rescue organizations, and the walk will take place in Vienna for two miles. Pre-registered walkers receive goodie bags. For more information, visit www.gooddogz.org/events/healthdogwalk.htm. The for the dog walk is $20, and all proceeds benefit GoodDogz.org and go to help keep dogs out of shelters.
Health Fair. The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce presents a Health Fair at Dominion Road, N.E., from Church Street to Evolution Fitness, with activities starting at noon. Activities include Health Screenings and information, a blood drive, dog adoptions and a dog walk. Event is free to attend. Dog Walk participants pay a $20 fee, which includes a goodie bag. For more information, visit www.vtrcc.org.
Taiwanese American Heritage Weekend. The Taiwanese Association of America (TAA) showcases its annual Taiwanese American Heritage weekend activities at Tysons Corner Center at the Lower Level Community Stage, 1961 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. Highlights of this cultural celebration include a Taiwanese puppet show, traditional music performances, arts, crafts and more. Activities are from noon to 5 p.m. For more information call 703-893-9400 or visit www.taagwc.org.
<cal1>Monday/May 31
<cal2>Open Mic Night. 7:30 p.m., at Jammin' Java, 237 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Free. For more information, call 703-255-1566.
Dog Walk/Adoption. Viva Vienna Festival and Health Fairs sponsor the "Healthy Hound Dog Adoption Event and Dog Walk." The event is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 216 Dominion Road N.E., Vienna. Dog walk registration and check-in are at 10 a.m. Adoptable dogs are showcased by local dog rescue organizations, and the walk will take place in Vienna for two miles. Pre-registered walkers receive goodie bags. For more information, visit www.gooddogz.org/events/healthdogwalk.htm. The for the dog walk is $20, and all proceeds benefit GoodDogz.org and go to help keep dogs out of shelters.
Health Fair. The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce presents a Health Fair at Dominion Road, N.E., from Church Street to Evolution Fitness, with activities starting at 11:30 a.m. Activities include Health Screenings and information, a blood drive, dog adoptions and a dog walk. Event is free to attend. Dog Walk participants pay a $20 fee, which includes a goodie bag. For more information visit www.vtrcc.org.
<cal1>Tuesday/June 1
<cal2>Classic Rock. The Moody Blues perform at 8 p.m., at the Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $25. In-house tickets, $40. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Wednesday/June 2
<cal2>Mountain Music. T. Bone Burnett’s Great High Mountain Tour Music from "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" and "Cold Mountain" with Alison Krauss and Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, Ralph Stanley, the Whites, the Cox Family, Norman and Nancy Black, Nashville Bluegrass Band, Tim Eriksen, Riley Baugus, Dirk Powell, Reeltime Travelers, Ollabelle, Sacred Harp Singers. 7:30 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $25. In-house tickets, $45. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Thursday/June 3
<cal2>Hootie and the Blowfish. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $25. In-house tickets, $36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Friday/June 4
<cal2>Theater of the First Amendment, "The Odyssey of Telemaca." Inspired by Homer's "Odyssey," this family musical, set in pre-Revolution Mexico, follows Telemaca on her quest to find her father and rescue her village. With a live mariachi band and giant puppets. Tickets are $25. 7 p.m. at the Center for the Arts at George Mason University in Fairfax. Call 703-993-2787.
Outdoor Concert. Vienna's historic Freeman House hosts a Summer Concert on the Lawn. Enjoy some classic rock from Nightwork at 6:30 p.m. Free. Bring a chair or blanket. Call the weather line, 703-255-7842, for information on cancellation or change in venue due to inclement weather. Freeman House is located at 131 Church St., N.E.
Skate Night. The Vienna Community Center sponsors Friday night skating from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $1 per child and 50 cents for participating adults. Participants must bring their own skates, roller blades and safety equipment. Parents are required to stay with their children. For more information, call 703-255-6360. The Vienna Community Center is located at 120 Cherry St., S.E.
Harem of the Queens. Tysons Corner Center presents Harem of the Queen, a dance troupe that specializes in North African and Turkish style dance. Performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Lower Level Community Stage. Tysons Corner Center is located at 1961 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. For more information, call 703-893-9400.
Bonnie Raitt with special guest Richard Thompson. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $25. In-house tickets, $42. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
"The Sweetest Path." 8 p.m., at the Barns at Wolf Trap, Vienna. Tickets are $30. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Saturday/June 5
<cal2>Theater of the First Amendment, "The Odyssey of Telemaca." Inspired by Homer's "Odyssey," this family musical, set in pre-Revolution Mexico, follows Telemaca on her quest to find her father and rescue her village. With a live mariachi band and giant puppets. Tickets are $25. 7 p.m. at the Center for the Arts at George Mason University in Fairfax. Call 703-993-2787.
Interior Decorating "Color Workshop" from 12-2 p.m., at Decor & You Regional Office, 8220 Boone Blvd., Suite 103, Tysons Corner. Course explores how to select color for a space to reflect one's style and personality. Bring your "color dilemma" photos and or questions and experts will assist during the question/answer session. Free, space is limited, RSVP in advanced. For more information call 703-749-1616 or visit www.decorandyou.com.
Bonnie Raitt with special guest Richard Thompson. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $25. In-house tickets, $42. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Sunday/June 6
<cal2>Theater of the First Amendment, "The Odyssey of Telemaca." Inspired by Homer's "Odyssey," this family musical, set in pre-Revolution Mexico, follows Telemaca on her quest to find her father and rescue her village. With a live mariachi band and giant puppets. Tickets are $25. 7 p.m. at the Center for the Arts at George Mason University in Fairfax. Call 703-993-2787.
Live show. Garland Jeffreys performs at Jammin' Java at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. 227 Maple Ave. East, Vienna. 703-255-1566.
Wolf Trap’s 15th Annual Louisiana Swamp Romp, featuring the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the Iguanas, John Mooney and Bluesiana, Chris Ardoin and Double Clutchin’. 2 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets are $18 in advance, $25 day of show, general admission. Gates open at 1 p.m. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.