Send listings for upcoming classes to the Great Falls Connection, by e-mail to greatfalls@connectionnewspapers.com, by mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean VA, 22102, or by fax to 703-917-0991.
“Boutique Wineries Are ‘Hot’ This Season: What’s So Special About Independent Producers?” Wednesday, Oct. 25, 7:30-9 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. $45, $40 for McLean tax district residents. Call 703-790-0123/TTY: 703-TAP-TALK (827-8255), or visit www.mcleancenter.org.
Judith Loomis’ Classes are offered from 7-9:30 p.m. at Tri-City, Too Decorating Center, 308 Maple Ave., West Vienna. To register call 703-798-9868 or 202-917-2900. Feng Shui on Wednesday, Oct. 25 or Wednesday, Nov. 29. Cost is $45/session. From 7-9:30 p.m.
Beginning Irish fiddle classes through Oct. 26, 5-6 p.m. at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., S.E.
No experience required but must furnish own fiddles, which can be rented from area stores. $31/resident $39/non-resident. 703-255-6360 or www.viennava.gov for more.
A free T’ai Chi Beginners Practice is held every Saturday morning from 8-9 a.m., outdoors, at McLean Central Park, behind the Dolley Madison Library on Ingleside Avenue.
This practice runs through Oct. 28. The practice is open to all. Any comfortable, casual clothing and footwear are fine.
Visit www.TaiChiCenter.com or call Warren at 703-759-9141.
Journaling for Well-Being: Writing is a way to relieve stress and work out internal conflicts but most people don’t know where to begin. This program focuses on using journaling as a tool of self-exploration and healing. There will be a short break and participants are welcome to bring a bag lunch. Sunday, Oct. 29, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at The Women’s Center, 127 Park St., NE, Vienna. $85 Registration Fee/ $70 Center Circle Donors. Visit www.thewomenscenter.org.
English classes. McLean Baptist Church is offering free conversational English classes on Monday mornings. Classes include beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Advanced electives are Literature, U.S. Government, World Religions, and current events.
There is no cost for the class or registration, however students must buy their own books. Classes begin at 9:30 a.m. and end at noon.
New student registration begins at 9 a.m., until Oct. 30. McLean Baptist Church is located at 1367 Chain Bridge Road. Call 703-356-8080 or visit www.mcleanbaptist.org.
Free seminars are offered in Fairfax County for caregivers of older adults. Registration not required, but to request reasonable ADA accommodations, call 703-324-5205 or TTY 703-449-1186.
* Humor for the Caregiver’s Soul: Surviving the Holidays Wednesday, Nov. 1 10-11:30 a.m. Alzheimer’s Family Day Center 2812 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax.
* When Your Loved One Is Anxious, Angry or Depressed Thursday, Nov. 2 7-8:30 p.m. Little River Glen Senior Center 4001 Barker Court, Fairfax.
Ladies Night Out: Melt Their Hearts With Wine & Chocolates. (Activity No. 1384.260) Just for the ladies. Enjoy wine from female wine-makers paired with handcrafted chocolates from a local chocolatier.
Friday, Nov. 3, 7:30-9 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. $45, $40 for McLean tax district residents. Call 703-790-0123/TTY: 703-TAP-TALK (827-8255), or visit www.mcleancenter.org.
“Pinot 5 Ways: Sideways Gave Us the Pinot Noir Craze But We Will Taste All the Pinots.” There are several grape varieties called pinot-Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris/Grigio, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Pinotage. Wines from the pinot grapes are some of the most popular wines in the world.
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 7:30-9 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. $45, $40 for McLean tax district residents. Call 703-790-0123/TTY: 703-TAP-TALK (827-8255), or visit www.mcleancenter.org.
“A Taste of the Bubbly: Check Out Remarkable Champagne & Sparkling Wine at Glorious Prices.” Probably the most famous of all the wines, sparkling wines, especially champagne from France, say, “Let’s celebrate.”
Check out this array of “sparklers” in time for the holiday. Wednesday, Nov. 15, 7:30-9 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. $45, $40 for McLean tax district residents. Call 703-790-0123/TTY: 703-TAP-TALK (827-8255), or visit www.mcleancenter.org.
“Party Planning Time: Share Recipes and Quick Tips for Entertaining.” Students should bring a special party recipe to share at this class. Then, they will prepare wine sauces using the evening’s wine selections. Students will take home their wine sauce treats. Wednesday, Dec. 6, 7:30-9 p.m. at the McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave. $45, $40 for McLean tax district residents. Call 703-790-0123/TTY: 703-TAP-TALK (827-8255), or visit www.mcleancenter.org.