<cal1>Thursday/April 6
<cal2>Music Performance. Morbid Angel performs with Behemoth, Krisiun and more at 7 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $26.50/advance $30/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Monthly Luncheon. The Welcome Club of Northern Virginia invites community residents to attend its monthly luncheon at the Hidden Creek Country Club in Reston. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Call 703-242-0217 to make a reservation. Reservation deadline is Monday, April 3.
<cal1>Friday/April 7
<cal2>Garden Luncheon. The Dominion Valley Garden Club Fashion Show and Luncheon 11 a.m., at The Country Club of Fairfax on Ox Road, Fairfax. The fashions will be from Eileen Fisher Boutique, Tyson Corner Galleria. $30. Call Pat Stephenson for reservations, 703-425-2431.
Opera. Vincenzo Bellini's "Norma" is performed at 8 p.m. at Center for the Arts, Fairfax campus of George Mason University. It is a lyric tragedy in four acts. Performed in Italian with English subtitles. Artistic discussions are held 45 minutes prior to the performance. Tickets range between $44-$84. Visit www.tickets.com or call 888-945-2468 for tickets. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more information.
Theater Production. Springfield Community Theater will perform "Luv" at 8 p.m. at Fellowship Hall at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. There will be a raffle and silent auction during the performances. Tickets are $15/adult, $13/students and seniors and $10 for 10 or more and members of Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.
Tales of Wonder. An evening of storytelling with "Voices in the Glen" at 7 p.m. at Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. Voices in the Glen are a group of 35 storytellers. Free. Visit www.fairfaxarts.org call 703 352 2787.
Parade. The City of Fairfax will be honoring the George Mason Patriots basketball team in a Celebration Parade starting at 11:15 a.m., from Courthouse Shopping Plaza, 10300 Willard Way, Fairfax. The Patriots team, Coach Jim Larranaga and more will appear. On arrival at George Mason University, a short ceremony will take place, prior to a pep rally in the Johnson Center. Coach Larranaga and the team will all be presented the Key of the City of Fairfax by Mayor Rob Lederer and members of the City Council. For parking, or any further information, visit www.fairfaxva.gov.
<cal1>Saturday/April 8
<cal2>Theater Production. Springfield Community Theater will perform "Luv" at 8 p.m. at Fellowship Hall at Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. There will be a raffle and silent auction during the performances. Tickets are $15/adult, $13/students and seniors and $10 for 10 or more and members of Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.
Opening reception. "Stepping into Spring" will have a group show from 5-8 p.m. at Broadway Gallery, 12231 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax. This collection focuses on new floral works by local artists. Free. Call Lydia Vela for more information 703-273-2388. Exhibit runs through April 30.
Music Performance. Bob and Culdera perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Band Performance. King’s X performs with Mardo, Navel and more at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. Ages 21 and over. Tickets are $20/advance $23/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Recital. Burke Presbyterian Church will host a Young Artist's Recital at 7:30 p.m., featuring Michelle Marie Santiago and Carl Philippe Gionet, both doctoral students in piano at Université de Montréal. Their program will include Samuel Barber's Souvenirs (for piano four hands) and P.D.Q. Bach's Sonata Innamorata, as well as works by Haydn, Beethoven, Faure and Schumann. Other participating artists will perform works for violin and clarinet. This program is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted to benefit the summer tour of IMPACT, Burke Presbyterian Church's youth choir.
Flea Market. Sell family heirlooms or add to the collection by going to the Young at Heart Spring In-Door "Flea Market" from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at Green Acres, 4401 Sideburn Road, Fairfax. Lunch will be available for all at the low cost of $3. 703-359-2487.
<cal1>Sunday/April 9
<cal2>Organist Performance. Hector Olivera plays 3 p.m., at the Fairfax High School auditorium, 3500 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Tickets are $20 and $10/students. Visit www.fairfaxcommconcerts.org or call 703-273-2547.
Opera. Vincenzo Bellini's "Norma" is performed at 2 p.m. at Center for the Arts, Fairfax campus of George Mason University. It is a lyric tragedy in four acts. Performed in Italian with English subtitles. Artistic discussions are held 45 minutes prior to the performance. Tickets range between $44-$84. Visit www.tickets.com or call 888-945-2468 for tickets. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more information.
Band Performance. The Dreamscapes Project and Red Metric perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Music Performance. Thomas & King performs with Single Barrel, The Gypsy Sons and more at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. Ages 21 and up. Tickets are $10. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Chorale Performance. George Mason University Chorale, Chamber Singers and Choral Ensembles perform at 7 p.m. at GMU's Harris Theater. Tickets are $7/adults and $5/students and seniors. Visit www.tickets.com for ticket information or visit www.gmu.edu/departments/music for information on the performers.
Fairfax Museum Program. Jack Hiller will give a talk on "Springfield Before the Suburbs," focusing on the Springfield area of Fairfax County prior to its post-World War II suburban development, at 2 p.m. at Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main St., Fairfax. Free. 703-385-8414.
<cal1>Monday/April 10
<cal2>Author talk. Author Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired "Hotel Rwanda" will be at George Mason University's Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. Free. Call for ticket information 703-324-8414.
Flower Talk. Randy Scott speaks on the most effective use of chemicals in the rose garden at 7:30 p.m., at the Merrifield Garden Center, 12101 Lee Highway, Fairfax. Free and no reservations required. 703-860-0071.
<cal1>Tuesday/April 11
<cal2>Music Performance. Mushroomhead performs with Gizmachi, Bearing Point and more at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $17/advance $20/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
<cal1>Thursday/April 13
<cal2>Tax Help. Braddock District seniors are invited to attend workshops on how to apply for real estate tax relief, hosted by Supervisor Sharon Bulova, at Braddock Hall, 9002 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Personnel from the county’s Department of Tax Administration will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help eligible seniors apply for tax relief. Attendees should bring all financial documentation related to their income and assets as of Dec. 31, 2005 such as tax return for 2005; bank statement ending Dec. 31, 2005; current financial portfolio; and proof of retirement pension, if applicable, so staff can help determine eligibility and assist in the application process. Call Diane Thompson at 703-425-9300, TTY 711.
Band Performance. Marc Rizzo performs with St. Diablo, Semperfy and more at 7 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $12/advance $14/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Easter Bonnet. The Springfield/Alexandria Women's Connection invites everyone to a luncheon from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $14 which includes the luncheon and child-care. Reservations must be made by April 10 by calling 703-768-4186 or 703-569-4670 or e-mail springalexwmnconn@msn.com.
Second Night Seder. Hosted by the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, a kosher seder starts at 7 p.m., at Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax. Open to the entire community; singles are encouraged to attend. $38/members; $50/non-members; Children up to age 10 are $12. Call 703-323-0880. or log onto www.jccnv.org for additional information.
<cal1>Friday/April 14
<cal2>Live Concert. The Old Town Hall Performance Series features The Marquis Trio, at 8 p.m., at Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive in Fairfax. Visit www.fairfaxarts.org or call 703-352-ARTS.
Band Performance. Adelyn, The Echoes and The Trustfall perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Theater Performance. Doug Verone and Dancers performs at 8 p.m. at George Mason University's Center for the Arts. A free pre-performance discussion is at 7:15 p.m. on the hall's Grand Tier. Tickets are $21-$42 and can be bought at www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more information on the performance or performers.
<cal1>Saturday/April 15
<cal2>Music Performance. Cobbler, Politicks and Old Machines perform at at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Band Performance. Buckcherry performs with 1 National, Cock Farm and more at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $18/advance $20/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Caberet Performance. Ute Lemper creates a varied musical journey at 8 p.m. at George Mason University's Center for the Arts. She has performed on stage in "Cats," "Peter Pan," "Caberet" and has performed in solo concerts worldwide. $20-$40 and can be purchased at www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more information.
Fun at Lake Accotink. Children of all ages can participate in an Easter egg hunt from 12-3 p.m. at Lake Accotink Park. Families and dogs on leashes are welcome. $8/child includes the egg hunt and digital photo. Bring own basket. A bone hunt and bonnet contest for dogs takes place from 4-6 p.m. $6/pet includes bone hunt and souvenir photo. To register for either or both events, send the child or pet's name, a parent's name, address, phone number, age, program title and a check payable to FCPA to Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150. Call 703-569-0285 for credit card registration or for more information.
<cal1>Sunday/April 16
<cal2>Localpalooza. Many bands will perform starting at 2:15 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $10. For more information call 703-569-5940.
<cal1>Wednesday/April 19
<cal2>Music Performance. Tony Levin performs with The Michael Sheppard Group at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $22/advance $25/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Band Performance. George Mason University Band & Wind Symphony performs at 8 p.m. in GMU's Concert Hall. Tickets are $7/adults and $5/students and seniors and can be purchased at www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/departments/music for more information.
<cal1>Thursday/April 20
<cal2>Band Performance. Ringworm performs with Thine Eyes Bleed, The Absence and more at 7 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $10/advance $12/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Spring Golf Outing. A fun day of golf will start at 9:45 a.m. at Burke Lake Golf Course. Teams will be selected on day of play. $16 includes golf, lunch and prizes. Optional costs to be paid at the golf course for club rental, pull carts and handicap carts. Each golfer will need to carry clubs with them or indicate if requiring clubs. For registration and volunteer information, call 703-359-2487. Volunteers are needed to assist and advise at each hole.
<cal1>Friday/April 21
<cal2>Band Performance. 3StarKarma, Humanroom and The Trustfall perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Music Performance. The Misfits perform with Bella Morte, Eden Burns and more at 7 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $20/advance $22/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
<cal1>Saturday, April 22
<cal2>Walk-a-thon. Kaps for Kids Annual Walk-a-thon sponsored by Ronald McDonald House Charities starts at 9 a.m. at Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station. $25 to benefit area Ronald McDonald Houses. Choose from a five or one mile walk. Dogs on leashes welcome. Call 703-698-7080 or visit www.kapsforkids.org to register.
Music Performance. 33 West, Agents of the Sun and The Penny perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Band Performance. Jackyl performs with Single Barrel, DNS and more at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. Ages 21 and up. Tickets are $22/advance $25/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Theater Performance. "GREASE!" the school version starts at 1 p.m., at Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre via Young Peoples Theatre, 10712 Richmond Highway, Lorton. Advance tickets, including lunch, are $15. $10/adult for just the show. Advance tickets must be purchased by Thursday the week of the show. Tickets at the door cost an additional $2 each. Doors open at 12 p.m. Reservations can be made online at www.yptnva.com. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more.
Walk-A-Thon. The Kaps for Kids Family Walk-A-Thon starts at 9 a.m., at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station. Choose from a five mile or a one mile course around the scenic lakeside trail. Dogs on a leash are welcome. Registration is $25, and all registered walkers will receive a Kap for Kids. Visit www.kapsforkids.org to register online or find out more information.
<cal1>Sunday/April 23
<cal2>Music Performance. Pianist Jeffrey Siegel completes his 14th season at the Center for the Arts in Fairfax at 7 p.m., in his "Keyboard Conversation" series. A free Young Artists Piano Musicale featuring some of the area's finest youthful pianists will be in Concert Hall lobby at 6 p.m. $17.50-$35. Family Friendly. Tickets for children 12 and under half price. Charge by phone at 1-888-945-2468 or visit http://www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Spring It On! Arts & Crafts Extravaganza from 12-4 p.m., at Springfield Hilton, 6550 Loisdale Road, Springfield. Shop at more than 35 local vendors/crafters. A variety of products will be on display including gourmet food, handmade candles, children's books, crafts, handmade clothing and jewelry, housewares and much more. 703-919-0907.
Theater Performance. "GREASE!" the school version starts at 1 p.m., at Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre via Young Peoples Theatre, 10712 Richmond Highway, Lorton. Advance tickets, including lunch, are $15. $10/adult for just the show. Advance tickets must be purchased by Thursday the week of the show. Tickets at the door cost an additional $2 each. Doors open at 12 p.m. Reservations can be made online at www.yptnva.com. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more.
<cal1>Wednesday/April 26
<cal2>Music Performance. Still Remains performs with Demiricous, If Hope Dies and more at 6:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $10/advance $12/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
Poet Performance. Acclaimed poet, Broadway veteran, and multi-faceted artist Marc Bamuthi Joseph performs "Scourge," a re-imagining of his native Haiti, 8 p.m., at George Mason University's Center for the Arts., with a pre-performance discussion beginning at 7:15 p.m. on the Grand Tier of the Concert Hall. Tickets are $15-$30 and can be purchased at 888-945-2468 or http://www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more.
<cal1>Thursday/April 27
<cal2>Music Performance. Exodus performs with Cryptopsy, Immolation and more at 6:30 p.m. at Jaxx Nightclub, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages. Tickets are $20/advance $23/door. For more information call 703-569-5940.
<cal1>Friday/April 28
<cal2>Performance. Bill Gaither will launch a 10th anniversary tour starting at 7 p.m. at the George Mason University Patriot Center. Tickets are between $17.75-$37.75 and available through all Ticketmaster outlets, including the Patriot Center box office, online at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at 703-573-SEAT.
Band Performance. Bludshot performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Music Concert. George Mason University presents a Music Scholarship Concert starting at 8 p.m., in the Concert Hall. Tickets are $15/adults and $8/students and seniors and can be purchased at www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/departments/music for more information.
<cal1>Saturday/April 29
<cal2>Auction. Attend the Saint Leo the Great School 2006 Spring Auction Gala at the School Gymnasium, 3704 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Enjoy cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, and silent auction starting at 6:30 p.m. The buffet starts at 7:30 p.m. Live Auction starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person. RSVP by April 12. Contact Mary Alice Weigle at 703-385-2989 or wmac6@aol.com, or visit the website: www.saintleothegreatschool.org/auction_gala.htm.
Music Performance. Summer Rain and Colouring Lesson perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and over. Call 703-591-9292 or e-mail ttreynoldsbar@yahoo.com for times and cost.
Symphony Performance. The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra will present a Chamber Music Recital at 8 p.m. The show will feature music by American composers and also Brahms. The concert will take place at Fairfax Old Town Hall. $30/adult and $15/student. Visit www.fairfaxsymphony.org.
Theater Performance. "GREASE!" the school version starts at 1 p.m., at Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre via Young Peoples Theatre, 10712 Richmond Highway, Lorton. Advance tickets, including lunch, are $15. $10/adult for just the show. Advance tickets must be purchased by Thursday the week of the show. Tickets at the door cost an additional $2 each. Doors open at 12 p.m. Reservations can be made online at www.yptnva.com. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more.
<cal1>Sunday/April 30
<cal2>Marine Band Performance. The band performs at 2 p.m. at the Center for the Arts Concert Hall, George Mason University. Free. Call 703-993-8888 or visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more information. Patrons may call the 24-hour Concert Information Line at 202-433-4011 or visit www.marineband.usmc.mil.
Theater Performance. "GREASE!" the school version starts at 1 p.m., at Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre via Young Peoples Theatre, 10712 Richmond Highway, Lorton. Advance tickets, including lunch, are $15. $10/adult for just the show. Advance tickets must be purchased by Thursday the week of the show. Tickets at the door cost an additional $2 each. Doors open at 12 p.m. Reservations can be made online at www.yptnva.com. Group rates are available for groups of ten or more.