To have community events listed free in the Connection, mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102, e-mail Lea Mae Rice at lrice@connectionnewspapers.com or fax to 703-917-0991. Deadline is two weeks prior to the date of the event. Photos/artwork encouraged. Call 703-917-6459.
Thursday/Sept. 21
Book Discussion. Mother-daughter discussion group, 7 p.m., Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Ages 9-11 with adult. 703-978-5600.
Book Discussion. Teens discuss favorite books and preview new books 7 p.m., Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Highway, Lorton. Ages 12-18. 703-339-7385.
Time for Twos. Stories and activities about farms, 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Ages 24-35 months with adult. 703-644-7333.
Foster Care. Adolescent and Family Growth Center Inc. is open from 5-7 p.m. to talk with interested people about "Treatment Foster Care" with AFGC. Social workers also available to talk with those interested in becoming a foster parent. The AFGC picks up its foster children from school every day, so interested foster parents must live within a 15 mile radius of Springfield. AFGC is located at 8000 Forbes Place, Springfield. For more, call Larisa at 703-425-9200 or visit www.afgcinc.com.
Locals-Only Live. Eden Burns with Anamide and others perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages, doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for over 21 and $10 for under 21.
Safe Boating Course. BoatSmart classes offered by the Northern Virginia Sail and power Squadron at Robinson Secondary School, 5035 Sideburn Road in Fairfax from 7-9 p.m. Instruction is free but there is a charge for registration and materials. Sessions on the following three Thursdays are 2 hours each. Register with the Fairfax County Parks and Recreation Department at 703-222-4664 or visit www.usps.org/localusps/nva.
Golf Outing. Join a “fun and only fun” golf outing at Burke Lake Golf Course at 10:10 a.m. for $16. Advance registration required. If necessary, golf clubs, pull carts and handicap carts are available for nominal fee. Rain date is Friday, Sept. 22. Visit www.fairfaxva.gov.
Visual Voices. Kuiyi Shen, art history expert, presents "Institutional Critique and After: Some Issues in the Art of 21st Century China" 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. in Harris Theater at George Mason University. Part of Visual Voices, a new professional art and art history lecture series at GMU. Free. Visit www.avt.gmu.edu/voices.html or call 703-993-8898 for more.
Live in the Cellar. Jah Works plays reggae 9 p.m. in the cellar of the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. $5. 703-293-9600.
Reggae Night. Street Legal performs 10 p.m. at Fat Tuesday's N'awlin's Saloon, 10675 Braddock Road, Fairfax. No cover with college ID. 703-385-5717. Visit www.fatsfairfax.com.
Friday/Sept. 22
Bingo. Play bingo 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station 3, 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. Call 703-273-3638 for prices.
Irish Music. Hear traditional Irish music by Colin McMenamin 7-9:30 p.m. at the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
Live in the Cellar. Dr. Fu spins live 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. in the cellar of the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. $5. 703-293-9600.
Music Performance. Echoboomers perform 9:30 p.m. at T.T. Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and up. 703-591-9292.
Theater Production. The Springfield Community Theatre presents "Judgment at Nuremberg" by Abby Mann 8 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. Directed by Zina Bleck. $15 adults, $13 students and seniors and $10 for groups of 10 or more and for law school students. Call 703-866-6238.
Saturday/Sept. 23
Neighborhood Plant Clinic. The Fairfax County master Gardeners Association gives tips and strategies for taking care of plants, 10 a.m. at Kings Park, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Adults. 703-978-5600.
Computer Class. Lesson on Windows Explorer basics, 10:30 a.m., Kings Park, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Adults. 703-978-5600.
Band Performance. Dokken with Bloodlines will perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. Ages 21 and up, doors open at 7:30 p.m.. and tickets are $25 advance and $28 at the door.
Artist at Work. Broadway Galleries hosts an exhibit featuring the work of artist Anastasia Carson. From 5-8 p.m. she will demonstrate her craft at Broadway Galleries, 12231 Fair Lakes Promenade Drive, Fairfax. Call Kim Huebbe at 703-354-2905 for more.
Phall on the Mall. The Washington Area Parrot Head Club offers its second annual "Party on the Nation's Patio: Phall on the Mall" 2-10 p.m. at the Radisson National Airport Hotel to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, National Capital Chapter. Admission of $70/person for WAPHC members and $75 for non-members includes entertainment by two bands, food, beer, wine and soft drinks. Reserve a spot before Sept. 1 and receive a $10 discount. For reservations, e-mail reservations@waphc.com. For more, visit www.waphc.com or call 1-866-481-0854.
Tangier Island. Cruise across the Chesapeake Bay around the Tangier Island for $75/adult, $64/youth 13 and under. Travel bus departs from City Hall of Redville at 7 a.m. Visit www.fairfaxva.gov.
Kayak Trip. The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust offers a kayaking trip 9 a.m.-12 p.m. out of Fountainhead Regional Park, 10875 Hampton Road, Fairfax Station. Contact Whitney Bailey to sign up or for more information at 703-354-5093 or wbailey@nvct.org. Visit www.nvct.org/adventure.cfm.
Irish Music. Hear traditional Irish music by Colin McMenamin 7-9:30 p.m. at the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
D.J. Dance Party. Dance to house D.J.'s 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. in the cellar of the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
Yard Sale. Crosspointe community offers a yard sale from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. between Route 123, Silverbrook Road and Hooes Road in Fairfax Station. Visit www.crosspointe.info for more information.
Theater Production. The Springfield Community Theatre presents "Judgment at Nuremberg" by Abby Mann 8 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. Directed by Zina Bleck. $15 adults, $13 students and seniors and $10 for groups of 10 or more and for law school students. Call 703-866-6238.
Music Performance. Rude Buddha and 33 West perform 9:30 p.m. at T.T. Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and up. 703-591-9292.
Sunday/Sept. 24
Blood Drive. Photo ID required, appointments preferred. noon-3:45 p.m., Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Adults. 703-698-3885.
Piano Recital. George Mason University Department of Music presents the Jean Carrington Cook Scholarship Piano Recital, featuring GMU faculty and students, at 3 p.m. at the Harris Theater. $10 adults, free for students. Tickets available through Tickets.com, 888-945-2468 including service charges, or in person at the Center for the Arts box office, open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Call 703-993-8888, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa or www.gmu.edu/departments/music.
Heritage Rose Tea and Tour. Guests learn about tea customs of the early 19th century followed by free house tour home 12 and 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Plantation, 9000 Richmond Highway, Alexandria. Reservations required. $25 for tea and tour of Woodlawn, $30 for tea and tour of Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey. Call 703-780-4000 ext. 33 for more information.
Elton John Fundraiser. "Washington/Baltimore Lunch Around the World" raises money for the Elton John AIDS Foundation from 12-3 p.m. at King Street Blues, 5810 Kingstowne Center, Kingstowne. Lunch, birthday cake, bidding on rare Elton collectibles, and a game of Elton "Jeopardy." Free. For more, visit eltonjohn.com, under the "Charities" heading. E-mail diane.loves.elton@cox.net to register.
Acoustic Performance. Shotglass performs 9 p.m. at the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
Theater Production. The Springfield Community Theatre presents "Judgment at Nuremberg" by Abby Mann 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. Directed by Zina Bleck. $15 adults, $13 students and seniors and $10 for groups of 10 or more and for law school students. Call 703-866-6238.
Poker Run. The Sons of the American Legion (SAL), Squadron 177 of Fairfax, Virginia hosts a benefit poker run for charity. Event proceeds split between the SAL and the Adopt-A-Soldier program for wounded veterans at Walter Reed. The 85-mile event begins at JV's Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, goes through Gainesville, Middleburg and Leesburg, and ends at the American Legion Post, 3939 Oak St., Fairfax at about 3:30 or 4 p.m. There, riders and others party until around 7 or 8 p.m. The party features a live performance, raffles, free food and a free bike wash courtesy of Hooters girls. Contact Commander Dave Gledhill at 703-209-8282.
Monday/Sept. 25
Glue & Go Costumes. Author Holly Cleeland shows children and their parents how to make inexpensive costumes, 3 p.m. at Kings Park, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Ages 6-12 with adult. 703-978-5600.
English Class. English language conversation group for people learning English, 7 p.m. Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Hwy., Lorton. Adults. 703-339-7385.
Moody Mondays. Stories and activities about feelings, 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Ages 3-5 with adult. 703-44-7333.
Cartooning Workshop. Learn to draw cartoons, 2:30 p.m. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Ages 6-12. 703-644-7333.
Tuesday/Sept. 26
Children's Activity. Raining cats and dogs, stories and activities for preschoolers, 10:30 a.m., Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Hwy., Lorton. Ages 2-5 with adult. 703-339-7385.
Genealogy Resources. Information presented by Elaine McHale of the Virginia Room, 2 p.m., Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. Adults. 703-451-8055.
Lunch 'n' Life. Shepherd’s Center Lunch 'n' Life from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with a guest speaker, Wayne Godwin, the Chief Operating Officer for PBS. Catered lunches $5 per person. For lunch reservations call the Shepherd’s Center Office at 703-941-1419 no later than Sept. 20.
Wednesday/Sept. 27
Here Comes Fall. Stories and activities for preschoolers, 10:30 a.m. at the Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Ages 3-5 with adult. 703-293-6227.
Band Performance. Powerman 5000 with Saint Diablo will perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages, doors open at 6:30 p.m., tickets are $17 advance and $20 at the door. 703-569-5940.
Theatre of the First Amendment. Professors in Mason's M.F.A. program present “Words at Night,” staged readings of literary works at 8:30 p.m. in Harris Theater at George Mason University. Professors include Courtney Brkic, Kyoko Mori and Sally Keith. Free. This is a Fall for the Book event. Visit www.fallforthebook.org.
Band Performance. Face 2 Glass performs 10 p.m. at Fat Tuesday's N'awlin's Saloon, 10675 Braddock Road, Fairfax. 703-385-5717. Visit www.fatsfairfax.com.
Thursday/Sept. 28
Discussion. Discussion and activities for Banned Books Week, 4 p.m., Kings Park, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Ages 12-18. 703-978-5600.
Band Performance. Locals only live hip-hop showcase at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages, doors open at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $7 for over 21 and $10 for under 21.
D.J. Dance Party. Dance to house D.J.'s 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. in the cellar of the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
Reggae Night. Street Legal performs 10 p.m. at Fat Tuesday's N'awlin's Saloon, 10675 Braddock Road, Fairfax. No cover with college ID. 703-385-5717. Visit www.fatsfairfax.com.
Friday/Sept. 29
Book Signing. Local author, Carolyn Rapp, author of "Garden Voices: Stories of Women & Their Gardens," presents her latest book and is available for book signings at Circa Home & Garden, 10435 North St., Fairfax. Part of the 2006 Fall for the Book Festival. Space will be limited, call Circa for reservations at 703-385-1995.
Bingo. Play bingo 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station 3, 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. Call 703-273-3638 for prices.
Irish Music. Hear traditional Irish music by the Flying Cows of Ventry 7-9:30 p.m. at the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
Live in the Cellar. That Guy spins live 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. in the cellar of the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. $5. 703-293-9600.
Music Performance. Summer Rain, Stillwell and 23 Rainy Days perform 9:30 p.m. at T.T. Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and up. 703-591-9292.
Saturday/Sept. 30
Neighborhood Plant Clinic. The Fairfax County master Gardeners Association gives tips and strategies for taking care of plants, 10 a.m. at Kings Park, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Adults. 703-978-5600.
Computer Class. PC security course, 10:30 a.m. at Kings Park, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Adults. 703-978-5600.
Stories. Storyteller Gary Lloyd tells stories about Juan Bobo and La Cucarachita Martina, 2 p.m. Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. All ages. 703-451-8055.
Concert. Contemporary musician Michael Feinstein. Proceeds from the show go to support scholarship funding for students at George Mason University studying either art and visual technology, dance of theater at George Mason University. The show begins at 8 p.m. at the George Mason Center for the Performing Arts 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Ticket prices range from $25 to $50. For tickets, call 888-945-2468.
Band Performance. Soulfly with Full Blown Chaos will perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages, doors open at 7 p.m.., tickets are $25 advance and $28 at the door.
Book Signing. Local author Karla Vernon presents her historically based novel, "The Spy in Crinoline," and is available for book signings at Circa Home & Garden, 10435 North St., Fairfax. Space will be limited, call Circa for reservations at 703-385-1995.
Arts, By George! George Mason University's College of Visual and Performing Arts and Center for the Arts offers a benefit to raise funds for arts scholarships. The event showcases young artists at work and features a concert by top Broadway vocalist and arranger Michael Feinstein. Art showcases with buffets and beverages begin in the Performing Arts building at 5:30 p.m., with the Michael Feinstein concert at 8 p.m. and champagne and dessert reception on stage with Feinstein at 10 p.m. All-inclusive tickets $200/person. For tickets or for more information about sponsorship opportunities and benefits, contact kbeyer2@gmu.edu, call 703-993-4188, or visit http://www.gmu.edu/cfa/artsbygeorge/index.html.
Concert. George Mason University's Center for the Arts offers Michael Feinstein in concert 8 p.m. at the Center for the Arts building, with a pre-show discussion 7:15 p.m. in the hall's Grand Tier. Concert coincides with the "Arts, By George!" benefit. Tickets $50, $42 and $25. For tickets, call 1-888-945-2468 or visit www.tickets.com. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa for more information.
Creek Cleanup. The Friends of Accotink Creek (FACC) will conduct cleanups along 13 stretches of Accotink Creek during the day. For more information e-mail Duane Murphy at coordinator@accotink.org. Stream maps are at www.accotink.org/Adopt-A-StreamMap.htm.
Fall For Fairfax. Festival runs 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Fairfax County Government Center. For more information, call 703-324-3247 or visit www.fallforfairfax.com.
Used Book Sale. 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Christ Church, 8285 Glen Eagles Lane, Rt. 123 and Silverbrook Road, Fairfax Station. Wide variety of children, best sellers, fiction and non-fiction books. Call 703-690-3401.
Teen Trip. Register early to secure "Teen Trips" for bowling. The four-hour-long event starts at 6:30 p.m.. Registration fee is $10. Visit www.fairfaxva.gov.
Music Performance. Lesson Zero performs at The Coffee House of Occoquan in a free outdoor concert from 2-5 p.m. at 202 Commerce St., Occoquan. Call 703-492-8976 or 703-455-6834 or visit www.myspace.com/lessonzero.
Irish Music. Hear traditional Irish music by the Flying Cows of Ventry 7-9:30 p.m. at the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
D.J. Dance Party. Dance to house D.J.'s 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. in the cellar of the Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. 703-293-9600.
Music Performance. Minus One, Just Like Always performs with Welbilt and The X's 9:30 p.m. at T.T. Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Ages 21 and up. 703-591-9292.
Theater Production. The Springfield Community Theatre presents "Judgment at Nuremberg" by Abby Mann 8 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. Directed by Zina Bleck. $15 adults, $13 students and seniors and $10 for groups of 10 or more and for law school students. Call 703-866-6238.
Music Performance. Rocker, songwriter and pianist Lennon performs at 7:30 p.m. at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. $10 in advance and $12 at the door. 703-569-5940. Visit www.jaxxroxx.com.
Services on Wheels. A member of Congressman Tom Davis' staff is available to assist with federal matters l0 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. For more, call Meg Butterworth, director of Constituent Services on Wheels at 703-916-9610.
Sunday/Oct. 1
Band Performance. Stratovarious with others will perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages, doors open at 7 p.m.., tickets are $27 advance and $30 at the door.
Pet Walk. Paws for a Cause 3K 11th Annual Walk starts 12 p.m. at Weber’s Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee Highway, Fairfax. All registered participants will recieve a “Paws for a Cause” t-shirt. Registration is $15 before Sept. 11, $20 after. Call 703-385-3766 for more information.
Nature Walk. Join local naturalist Gary Knipling on "Birds, Trees, and Flowers: Autumn Nature Walk" 2-4 p.m. at Gunston Hall, 10709 Gunston Road, Mason Neck. Wear appropriate foot gear. Call 703-550-9220 to make a reservation. Regular admission. Adults $8, seniors $7, students 1st-12th grades $4 and children kindergarten and younger free. Visit www.gunstonhall.org.
Fall Foliage Tour and Tea. Guests learn about tea customs and receive a free house tour home 12 and 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Plantation, 9000 Richmond Highway, Alexandria. Reservations required. $25 for tea and tour of Woodlawn, $30 for tea and tour of Woodlawn and Pope-Leighey. Call 703-780-4000 ext. 33 for more information.
Fall Festival. Church of the Nativity has its annual fall festival from 3-7 p.m. on the church grounds, 6400 Nativity Lane, Burke. Features amusements, rides, carnival games, crafts, food, entertainment and more. Free. Tickets will be sold for games and amusements. Call the church parish office at 703-455-2400.
Theater Production. The Springfield Community Theatre presents "Judgment at Nuremberg" by Abby Mann 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Immanuel United Methodist Church, 7901 Heritage Drive, Annandale. Directed by Zina Bleck. $15 adults, $13 students and seniors and $10 for groups of 10 or more and for law school students. Call 703-866-6238.
Monday/Oct. 2
Band Performance. Dismember with Vital Remains will perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. All ages, doors open at 6:30p.m., tickets are $19 advance and $22 at the door.
Children's Performance Series. Martha Hemingway presents "Dance to the Beat with Happy Feet" from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at The Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. Visit www.fairfaxarts.org or call 703-352-ARTS.
Children's Performance. Clogger Martha Hemingway presents "Dance to the Beat with Happy Feet" 10:30 a.m. at Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. For more, call 703-352-ARTS or visit www.fairfaxarts.org.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Bilingual stories, activities and crafts 7 p.m. at Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. 703-978-5600.
Tuesday/Oct. 3
Band Performance. Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush will perform at Jaxx Night Club, 6355 Rolling Road, Springfield. Ages 21 and up, doors open at 6:30p.m., tickets are $25 advance and $28 at the door.
Inova Blood Drive. Donate blood 1:30-7:30 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Photo ID required. Appointments preferred, call 703-698-3885.
Wednesday/Oct. 4
Theater of the First Amendment. TFA Artistic Director Rick Davis moderates a panel discussion 7-8 p.m. focusing on the Arena Stage archives and the evolution of new work for the American theater. At the Center for the Arts Concert Hall of George Mason University. Panelists include Heather McDonald, Mary Hall Surface, Paul D’Andrea, Karen Zacarías and Mark Bly. Free. This is a Fall for the Book event. Visit www.fallforthebook.org.
Band Performance. Face 2 Glass performs 10 p.m. at Fat Tuesday's N'awlin's Saloon, 10675 Braddock Road, Fairfax. 703-385-5717. Visit www.fatsfairfax.com.
Lighters and Matches. Fire prevention puppet show presented by Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department 10:30 a.m. at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Age 3-5 with adult. 703-293-6227.
Lunch Bunnies. Bring a lunch and listen to stories at 12 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Center, Alexandria. Ages birth-5 with adult. 703-339-4610.
Tiny Tots. Short stories, finger plays and activities 10:15 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Children 13-17 months with adult. 703-698-3885.
Small Oneders. Short stories, fingerplays and activities for children 11:15 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Children 18-23 months with adult. 703-698-3885.
Writers’ Roundtable. Discuss works of art with other writers 7:30 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. New members are welcome. 703-698-3885.