<cal1>Wednesday/Feb. 22
<cal2>Baby Steps. Stories and activities for babies 12 months old and younger with an adult. 10 a.m. at Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Registration begins Monday, Feb. 6. Call 703-228-5946.
Stop for Stories. Stories and activities for children ages 2-4 with an adult. 7 p.m. at Cherrydale Library, 2190 N. Military Road. Call 703-228-6330.
Family Storytimes. Stories and activities for children of all ages and their families. 7:30 p.m. at Glencarlyn Library. 300 S. Kensington St. Call 703-228-6548.
Family Stories for 3-7-Year-Olds. Stories, songs, fingerplays, poetry and a craft. 7 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 2786 S. Arlington Mill Drive. Call 703-228-6545.
Stories and More. Books and activities for the whole family. 7 a.m. at Westover Library, 1800 N. Lexington St. Call 703-228-5260.
Clarendon Grill in Arlington is hosting a fundraiser for Stop Child Abuse Now of Northern Virginia, donating 25 percent of the day's food sales to the organization. Lunch is 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and dinner is 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Clarendon Grill is located at 1101 N. Highland St.
Music around the world with cello. Sing along and listen to the cello performed by Birgitta Guenther, former Arlington Symphony cellist and special friend of Aladdin's Lamp. Ages 3 to 100. 11a.m at Aladdin's Lamp Children's Bookstore, 2499 N. Harrison St. Call 703-241-8281.
<cal1>Thursday/Feb. 23
<cal2>Stories for Twos and Threes. Stories, songs, fingerplays, poetry and a craft for children ages 2-3 with an adult. 10:30 a.m. at Aurora Hills Library, 735 S. 18th St. Call 703-228-5712.
Toddler Time. Stories and activities for children age 2 with an adult. Today, celebrate African American History Month. 10:15 a.m. at Cherrydale Library, 2190 N. Military Road. Call 703-228-6330.
Threes and Fours Together. Stories and activities for children ages 3-4 with an adult. Today, celebrate African American History Month. 11:15 a.m. at Cherrydale Library, 2190 N. Military Road. Call 703-228-6330.
Thursday Morning with the Friends. Discussion of Jared Diamond's "Guns, Germs and Steel." New members are welcome. 10:30 a.m. at Arlington Central Library 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5946.
The Williamsburg Woman’s Club will meet at 11:45 a.m. at Little Falls Presbyterian Church, 6025 Little Falls Road. Barbara Karro, senior program manager, will speak about services and events available through the Arlington County recreation program. Guests are welcome. Call 703-538-7044.
"No Seré Feliz, Pero Tengo Marido (I Might Not Be Happy, But at Least I’m Married)," a satirical comedy, represents Uruguay in the ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater, presented by Teatro de la Luna. Join Graciela Rodríguez as she probes a long-time marriage’s joys, frustrations and surprises via laughter and fantasy. For ages 13 and up. In Spanish with live English dubbing. 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. A three-play pass costs $65/$50. Call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227, or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
Washington-Lee High School's theater department presents "Ernest in Love," a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest." This will be the last show presented in the theater before it is torn down. 7:30 p.m. The theater is located in the school at 1300 N. Quincy St. (entrance on Stafford Street). Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Call 703-228-6200 to reserve tickets or for information.
Spanish wine tasting and Paella dinner at Jaleo Crystal City. Chefs Guillén and Belmonte are joined by Spanish wine expert Francisco Astudillo of Elite Wines for a special wine and paella dinner priced at $85 per person. The menu will feature five guest chefs' special paellas paired with wines and will be rounded out with an assortment of tapas. Astudillo will personally select a series of Spanish wines to complement the Casa Juan paellas. 7:30 p.m. at 2250-A Crystal City. Call 703-413-8181.
"Proof," a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by David Auburn about the search for logic and truth in the depths of insanity, is being performed at 7:30 p.m. in the HB Woodlawn Black Box theater, 4100 Vacation Lane. Admission is $5 for students and $6 for adults.
<cal1>Friday/Feb. 24
<cal2>Funny Bones. The Metropolitan Chorus presents a classic comic view of Charlie Chaplin at 7:30 p.m. at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, 4301 Wilson Blvd. Admission is $15 for adults and $8 for youth.
Stop in for Stories. Stories and activities for children ages 2-4 with an adult. 10 a.m. at Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5946.
Selfish Reasons to Become a Better Person. A free lecture and book signing by Gregg Easterbrook, author of "The Progress Paradox." 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton. Free child care with sign-up at least one week in advance. Sign up in advance at www.uucf.org to reserve a copy of "The Progress Paradox" for $12. The book will also be available for $15 at the event. Call 703-281-4230.
"No Seré Feliz, Pero Tengo Marido (I Might Not Be Happy, But at Least I’m Married)," a satirical comedy, represents Uruguay in the ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater, presented by Teatro de la Luna. Join Graciela Rodríguez as she probes a long-time marriage’s joys, frustrations and surprises via laughter and fantasy. For ages 13 and up. In Spanish with live English dubbing. 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. A three-play pass costs $65/$50. Call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227, or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
Washington-Lee High School's theater department presents "Ernest in Love," a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest." This will be the last show presented in the theater before it is torn down. 7:30 p.m. The theater is located in the school at 1300 N. Quincy St. (entrance on Stafford Street). Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Call 703-228-6200 to reserve tickets or for information.
St. Thomas More Cathedral Concerts presents organist John A. Romeri and flutist John A. Romeri II at 8 p.m. at 3901 Cathedral Lane. The program includes works by Guilmant, Purvis and Tournemire and more. Call 703-524-2815. Free admission/parking.
"Proof," a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by David Auburn about the search for logic and truth in the depths of insanity, is being performed at 7:30 p.m. in the HB Woodlawn Black Box theater, 4100 Vacation Lane. Admission is $5 for students and $6 for adults.
<cal1>Saturday/Feb. 25
<cal2>Stock Talk. Join a discussion of the stock market and other pertinent topics. 11 a.m. in the second floor meeting room at Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5946.
Mount Olivet Preschool is holding their annual Kidstuff Sale from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Items being sold include used children's clothing, maternity clothes, baby equipment, toys, videos and books. The sale is held in the Fellowship Hall of Mount Olivet United Methodist Church, 1500 N. Glebe Road. Free parking is available, and admission is also free. Call 703-527-5508.
Saturday Night Skate for teens at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. Second St. 6:30-9:30 p.m. General skate 9:30-11p.m. Call 703-228-7781.
Volleyball tournament for teens at Barcroft Sport & Fuitness Center, 4200 S. Four Mile Run Drive. 9 p.m.-midnight. Call 703-228-7781.
Saturday Night Hype. A night of music, sports and fun for teens. 8 p.m.-midnight at Langston Brown Community Center, 2121 N. Culpeper St. Call 703-228-0551.
Water Stewardship Leader Training. Join residents of Arlington, Alexandria and Falls Church in a free training to become a neighborhood leader in protecting local streams. Noon-5 p.m. at Lee Community Center, 5722 Lee Highway. For information or to register, contact Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment at 703-228-6406 or volunteer@arlingtonenvironment.org.
"No Seré Feliz, Pero Tengo Marido (I Might Not Be Happy, But at Least I’m Married)," a satirical comedy, represents Uruguay in the ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater, presented by Teatro de la Luna. Join Graciela Rodríguez as she probes a long-time marriage’s joys, frustrations and surprises via laughter and fantasy. For ages 13 and up. In Spanish with live English dubbing. 3 and 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. A three-play pass costs $65/$50. Call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227, or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
Washington-Lee High School's theater department presents "Ernest in Love," a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Earnest." This will be the last show presented in the theater before it is torn down. 7:30 p.m. The theater is located in the school at 1300 N. Quincy St. (entrance on Stafford Street). Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Call 703-228-6200 to reserve tickets or for information.
Feet and Toes. Listen to "Hooray for Feet" by Susan Pearson and other stories about some of the most fun parts of the body with puppets and guitar sing alongs by storyteller Marlena Thompson. Ages 2 and a half-6. 11a.m. at Aladdin's Lamp Children's Bookstore, 2499 N. Harrison St. Call 703-241-8281.
"Proof," a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by David Auburn about the search for logic and truth in the depths of insanity, is being performed at 7:30 p.m. in the HB Woodlawn Black Box theater, 4100 Vacation Lane. Admission is $5 for students and $6 for adults.
Second annual all-day EcoSavvy Gardening Symposium, "Techniques for Keeping our Planet Healthy," at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria. Begins at 8 a.m. Books will be for sale by Olsson's at the event. Free. Contact Green Spring Gardens at 703-642-5173.
"New Archaeology at Fort Ethan Allen." Lecture and site inspection by archaeologist Patrick O'Neill at 10 a.m. in the Cherrydale Room of Madison Community Center, 3829 N. Stafford St. Free and open to the public. Call 703-533-7321.
<cal1>Monday/Feb. 27
<cal2>Monday's Child. Stories for children ages 3-6. Today, celebrate African American History Month. 11 a.m. at Columbia Pike Library, 816 S. Walter Reed Drive. Call 703-228-5710.
Read to Me. Stories and activities for children ages 2-4 with an adult. 6:30 p.m. at Columbia Pike Library, 816 S. Walter Reed Drive. Call the children's librarian at 703-228-5713 or e-mail jwiggins@arlingtonva.us to register.
Bilingual Storytime/Cuentos Bilingües. Stories in Spanish and English for children of all ages. 7:30 p.m. at Glencarlyn Library. 300 S. Kensington St. Call 703-228-6548.
Storytime for Twos and Threes. Stories, songs, fingerplays, poetry and a craft. 10:30 a.m. at Shirlington Library, 2786 S. Arlington Mill Drive. Call 703-228-6545.
Westover Teen Book Club. We invite sixth-graders and older to discuss a different book each month over pizza. Call Megan or Anne at 703-228-5260. 7 p.m. at Westover Library, 1800 N. Lexington St. Call 703-228-5260.
Aurora Hills Branch Library Book Discussion. Zadie Smith's "White Teeth." 7:30 p.m. at Aurora Hills Library, 735 S. 18th St. Call 703-228-5712.
Monday Evening with the Friends. Discussion of Dorothy West's "The Wedding." New members are welcome. 7:30 p.m. at Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5946.
<cal1>Tuesday/Feb. 28
<cal2>Fours and More. Stories and activities for children ages 4 and older. 4 p.m. at Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5946.
Black Facts Trivia. Bring the family for fun and games in celebration of African American History Month. Learn about famous black Americans. 6:30 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 2786 S. Arlington Mill Drive. Call 703-228-6545.
Discusión en Español. "El Día de la Luna" by Graciela Limón. Family history haunts the Betancourts. Prohibited love between a family member and a "tarahumara" working on the family ranch exacts a high price on the entire family. 7 p.m. at Columbia Pike Library, 816 S. Walter Reed Drive. Call 703-228-5710.
Swingdance event with the Big Four Combo. Join Tom Koerner and Debra Sternberg, at another swing dance. 9-11p.m at Clarendon Ballroom, 3185 Wilson Blvd. Admission is $10 per ticket. Call 703-359-9882 or visit www.gottaswing.com.
<cal1>Wednesday/March 1
<cal2>Bird walks. Join members of the Northern Virginia Bird Club for an informal walk through Long Branch and Glencarlyn Parks in search of resident and migratory birds. Experienced and beginning birders welcome. Bring binoculars and field guides. Meet at the Long Branch Nature Center parking lot, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. 9-11:30 a.m. Admission is free. Registration required. Call 703-228-4747 or visit registration.co.arlington.va.us. Program No. 634440A.
"Explore the Challenge" meeting. Find out more about the MS Challenge Walk Presented by Security Moving Storage Logistics, a 3-day, 50-mile journey to the nation's capital. 6 p.m. at Arlington Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Free. For more information or to RSVP for a meeting, contact the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at www.MSandYOU.org or call 202-296-5363.
<cal1>Thursday/March 2
<cal2>"La Casa de Marina (The House of Marina)," a new play by Maroma Players Inc., a Spanish-language theatrical group, is written and directed by Cuban Rolando Moreno and will be performing at the Gunston Arts Theatre II, 2900 S. Lang St. Performances are at 8 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 3 p.m. The show is in Spanish with live English dubbing. Tickets are $25; $20 for students and senior citizens. For information and reservations call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227. This play will replace the La Rueda Coja troupe from Chile in the Teatro de la Luna's ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater.
Lunchtime Chamber Concert presented by Friday Morning Music Club on Thursdays. Noon-1 p.m. Ellipse Arts Center 4350 N. Fairfax Drive. Admission is free. Call 703-228-7710 or visit www.arlingtonarts.org or www.fmmc.org.
Mothers First Arlington is dedicated to supporting women who have chosen to alter their careers to raise their children at home. Activities include parent/child morning meetings and field trips, moms' nights out, and lectures. Meeting is at 10:30 a.m. at the Thomas Jefferson Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church. Call 703-827-5922 or visit www.mothersfirst.org.
<cal1>Friday/March 3
<cal2>"La Casa de Marina (The House of Marina)," a new play by Maroma Players Inc., a Spanish-language theatrical group, is written and directed by Cuban Rolando Moreno and will be performing at the Gunston Arts Theatre II, 2900 S. Lang St. Performances are at 8 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 3 p.m. The show is in Spanish with live English dubbing. Tickets are $25; $20 for students and senior citizens. For information and reservations call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227. This play will replace the La Rueda Coja troupe from Chile in the Teatro de la Luna's ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater.
Th 31st annual Washington Antiquarian book fair. Rare books, maps, prints and autographs presented by 75 dealers. 3-9 p. m. at the Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge, 1900 N. Fort Myer Drive. $12 for opening night and both days. Visit www.wabf.com.
<cal1>Saturday/March 4
<cal2>"La Casa de Marina (The House of Marina)," a new play by Maroma Players Inc., a Spanish-language theatrical group, is written and directed by Cuban Rolando Moreno and will be performing at the Gunston Arts Theatre II, 2900 S. Lang St. Performances are at 8 p.m. with a Saturday matinee at 3 p.m. The show is in Spanish with live English dubbing. Tickets are $25; $20 for students and senior citizens. For information and reservations call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227. This play will replace the La Rueda Coja troupe from Chile in the Teatro de la Luna's ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater.
The 31st annual Washington Antiquarian book fair. Rare books, maps, prints and autographs presented by 75 dealers. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Rosslyn at Key Bridge, 1900 N. Fort Myer Drive. $6. Appraisals from 11a.m.-1 p.m. $5 per item. Visit www.wabf.com.
Green Home Remodeling. For information about the series call Stella Tarnay at 703 228-4792 or Aileen Winquist at 703 228-3610 or visit www.arlingtonva.us/Portals/Topics/TopicsEnvironment.aspx.
Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Arts Center. Works in sculpture, painting, drawing, collage, fine craft, photographs, prints, installation and video will be on display while Jane Franklin Dance performs miniature dance snapshots that circulate throughout the galleries. Original and live music by Jonathan Matis. Arlington Arts Center is located at 3550 Wilson Blvd. Free admission. Contributions accepted. Call 703-298-3235.
Springs of Barcroft Park. Tour the Barcroft bog, a globally rare wetland, and observe the dozens of woodland springs. Wetlands, spring wildflowers, geology and hydrology will be topics of discussion while strolling through one of Arlington's most natural parks. 1-2:30 p.m. Meet at Barcraft Park, at the entrance to the indoor parking garage adjacent to the fitness center. For adults. Free, but registration required. To register call 703-228-4747 or registration.co.arlington.va.us Program No. 634441A.
Flying squirrels: Pixies of the night. Flying squirrels are found throughout the wooded neighborhoods of Arlington but are seldom seen. After an indoor presentation, we will tiptoe outside to spy on them as they glide in for an evening meal. Families. $2 per person. 5.30-6.45p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center. Registration required. to register call 703-228-4747 or visit registration.co.arlington.va.us. Program No. 632440A.
<cal1>Sunday/March 5
<cal2>Neighborhood Cleanup. Help keep Arlington's streets and streams litter free by cleaning up trash around Washington Boulevard and Quincy Street. Supplies provided, as well as drinks and refreshments. 1-3 p.m. For adults and children over 12. Meet at Washington-Lee High School in the Stafford Street parking lot. Register at 703-228-6406 or volunteer@arlingtonenvironment.org.
The Columbia Pike Community Chorus is presenting its fourth concert, Songs of the Soul, at 4 p.m. at Trinity Church, 2217 Columbia Pike. The chorus, guest soprano Ellyn Lomack Crawford and the Community Jazz Combo will celebrate the black musical legacy from composers and arrangers such as Duke Ellington, Hall Johnson, Harry Burleigh, Florence Price, Moses Hogan, Lena McLin, Horace Boyer and Andre Thomas. The Chorus consists of singers from all over Northern Virginia. Auditions are not required, and anyone is welcome to participate. The concert is free, and voluntary contributions are accepted. The performance hall is wheelchair-accessible. Child care is provided, and a reception will follow the program. Call 703-920-7077.
Live music fund-raiser. Features performances by Carol Gaylor, Dagmar and the Seductones, Wicked Jezebel, and Bloody Merl. 4-10 p.m. at Bailey's Pub & Grille, 4238 Wilson Blvd. $15 at the door includes wings, pizza, and chips and salsa while it lasts, as well as door prizes. Sponsored by Dewey Animals Inc., a nonprofit whose purpose is to promote spaying and neutering, adoption, and humane treatment of all animals. Additional raffles benefit ASAP (Alliance for Stray Animals and People). Call 703-803-6175.
Opera Theatre of Northern Virginia (OTNV) presents Mozart's "Cosi Fan Tutte" at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 125 South Glebe Road. Reserved seating tickets are $35, 30 and 20. Call 703-528-1433 or visit www.novaopera.org.
<cal1>Tuesday/March 7
<cal2>Toastmasters Arlington/Alexandria community Open House. Meet new people and improve communication and leadership skills. Stop by the Toastmasters’ free-of-charge open house at 7:15 p.m. at the Aurora Hills Recreation Center, 735 S. 18th St. Alexandria and Arlington community clubs are being featured and refreshments being served. Call 703-863-7385 or e-mail A14Gov@dtm27.org.
<cal1>Wednesday/March 8
<cal2>2006 Elementary School Art Exhibit. The Arlington Public Schools Elementary visual arts faculty and the Arts Education Office invite the public to the artist's reception at the Education Center, first floor gallery, 1426 N. Quincy St. 6:30-8 p.m. Schools included are Ashlawn, Barcroft, Glebe, Hoffman Boston, Long Branch and McKinley. The exhibit will run from Feb. 16-March 21. Gallery hours are 7:45 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-228-6170.
Moth Gardening. Adults. Learn how to attract moths to your garden. 7-8 p.m. Meet at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Free, but registration required. To register call 703-228-4747 or registration.co.arlington.va.us. Program No. 634310A.
<cal1>Thursday/March 9
<cal2>"Las Reinas del Chantecler (The Queens of Chantecler)," a satirical comedy, represents Puerto Rico and San Juan in the ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater, presented by Teatro de la Luna. A cleaning lady, portrayed by Angela Meyer, imagines her glorious past as an Argentine actress. Or maybe a comic opera soprano. Or was she a Puerto Rican ballerina? For ages 15 and up. In Spanish with live English dubbing. 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. A three-play pass costs $65/$50. Call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227, or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
<cal1>Friday/March 10
<cal2>"Las Reinas del Chantecler (The Queens of Chantecler)," a satirical comedy, represents Puerto Rico and San Juan in the ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater, presented by Teatro de la Luna. A cleaning lady, portrayed by Angela Meyer, imagines her glorious past as an Argentine actress. Or maybe a comic opera soprano. Or was she a Puerto Rican ballerina? For ages 15 and up. In Spanish with live English dubbing. 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. A three-play pass costs $65/$50. Call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227, or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
<cal1>Saturday/March 11
<cal2>Mid-Atlantic Shamrock Festival. Noon-8 p.m. at the Ballston Entertainment Zone at Wilson Boulevard and Quincy streets, by Ballston Common Mall. The festival covers six city blocks and six indoor bars in the area. Features food, beer, and awareness booths; four outdoor stages; 20 bands playing rock, Irish, retro and folk, a carnival midway with games, rides and activities; and an expanded Kids Zone and more. Children's activities end at 4 p.m. For tickets and information visit www.HiBallEvents.com.
Stream Cleanup. Help the Arlington County Park Rangers clean up streams at designated sites in Bon Air, Bluemont, Glencarlyn, Barcroft and Shirlington Parks. Or, to coordinate a cleanup of another Arlington stream, call the park rangers for help with organization. 9 a.m.-noon. Volunteers should wear waterproof boots and bring work gloves. An adult must accompany children under 16 years old. This activity is not recommended for children under 6. In the event of inclement weather, call 703-228-4400 for cancellation announcement. Free. Registration encouraged. For information, directions or to register call 703-525-0168.
"Pay Day" — A Financial Conference for Teens. The conference will include sessions on budgeting, banking, credit, job readiness skills and more for middle and high school students. Fee of $5 includes handout materials, continental breakfast and a box lunch. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Carver Community Center, 1415 S. Queen St. For a registration form, contact Desi Jerry at 703-228-7781 or e-mail ajerry@arlingtonva.us, or call Noni Dabney 703-228-5705. Deadline to register is March 6. Space is limited.
"Las Reinas del Chantecler (The Queens of Chantecler)," a satirical comedy, represents Puerto Rico and San Juan in the ninth International Festival of Hispanic Theater, presented by Teatro de la Luna. A cleaning lady, portrayed by Angela Meyer, imagines her glorious past as an Argentine actress. Or maybe a comic opera soprano. Or was she a Puerto Rican ballerina? For ages 15 and up. In Spanish with live English dubbing. 3 and 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets cost $25 for general admission and $20 for students and seniors. A three-play pass costs $65/$50. Call 703-548-3092 or 202-882-6227, or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
The 38th annual Evening In Monte Carlo is presented by the Arlington Chapter of The Links Inc. at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway. Festivities begin at 7 p.m. and include dinner, dancing to Washington's own Julia and Company, casino-style games and auctions. Funds raised from this event support Arlington Links programs, which include local scholarships, local educational partnerships, cultural, national and international civic projects and programs. The evening will bring together business leaders, elected officials, educators and young professionals. The Links Inc. is an African American women's service organization which addresses issues affecting persons of African heritage. Visit www.linksinc.org.
Darts and Arrows. Teens ages 13 and up. 2:30-3:45 p.m. Meet at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Spring Road. $2 fee, registation required. To register call 703-228-4747 or visit registration.co.arlington.va.us. Program No. 633441A.
Stream cleanup. 9 a.m-noon. Join Arlington County Park Rangers at designated sites in Bon Air, Bluemont, Glencarlyn, Barcroft and Shirlington Parks to help clean up along Four Mile Run. Or, to coordinate a cleanup of another Arlington stream, call the Park Rangers for help getting organized. Volunteers should wear waterproof boots and bring workgloves. An adult must accompany children under 16 years of age. This activity is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. Admission is free. For more information, directions to meeting sites or to register call the Arlington Park Ranger Office 703-525-0168. In the event of inclement weather, call 703-228-4400 for cancellation announcement.
Flying squirrels: Pixies of the night. Flying squirrels are found throughout the wooded neighborhoods of Arlington but are seldom seen. After an indoor presentation, we will tiptoe outside to spy on them as they glide in for an evening meal. Families. $2 per person. 5.30-6.45p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center. Registration required. to register call 703-228-4747 or visit registration.co.arlington.va.us. Program No. 632440B.
<cal1>Sunday/March 12
<cal2>Benefit Auction. Doorways for Women and Families, formerly The Arlington Community Temporary Shelter (TACTS), and Arlington’s only shelter for abused, homeless and at-risk women and their families, is holding its 16th annual Benefit Auction at The Ritz-Carlton in Pentagon City, 1250 S. Hayes St., from 2-4:30 p.m. ABC 7 news broadcaster Maureen Bunyan is serving as mistress of ceremonies. Doorways is presenting their annual corporate Unsung Hero Award. This year’s winner is NVHomes. The benefit also includes speeches by Doorways’ clients and supporters and a live and silent auction featuring 100 items from retailers and organizations such as Coach, L’Occitane, Sony Style, Sephora, Washington Performing Arts Society, and golf and spa packages. Tickets are $100 per person, $900 for a table of 10. For information on tickets and sponsorships or to donate a silent auction item, contact Kerry at kgoldstein@doorwaysva.org or 703-522-8858, ext. 19. To volunteer at the event, contact Khyati at kdesai@doorwaysVA.org or 703-522-8858, ext. 13.
Stone Cutters and Flower Growers. A moderately strenuous hike to the river. On the way down the rocky face of the palisades, look for signs of the quarrying that occurred there in days gone by. Learn about the lives of the stoneworkers and search for early wildflowers in honor of the quarrymen who turned to gardening when the mining stopped. Free. 3-4 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 Military Road. Registration required. Register online at registration.co.arlington.va.us or call 703-228-4747. Program No. 634311A.
"Nature's first green is gold." How fast do leaves grow? Who can find the tiniest leaf? Or the tastiest? Search out, sample and study new leaves. Free admission. 1-2 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. To register call 703-228-4747 or visit registration.co.arlington.va.us. Program No. 632310B.
Potomac Harmony Chorus, a women's four-part harmony a cappella chorus and four-time regional champion, performs for free at 2 p.m. at the Thomas Jefferson Theater, 125 S. Old Glebe Road. Metro Connection, a quartet comprised of Potomac Harmony Chorus members, will also be performing. Contact Ozzi Mask, master director, at 703-764-3896, e-mail potomacharmony@yahoo.com, or visit www.potomacharmony.org.