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Thursday/Feb. 15
Free Concert. U.S. Army band will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Brucker Hall, 400 McNair Road, Fort Myer. No tickets required. Call 703-696-3399 or visit www.usarmyband.com.
Jamestown Lecture. 7:30 p.m. at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Listen to "Against All Odds: The Creation of Families and Households at a 17th and 18th Century Slave Quarter," by historical archaeologist, Garrett Fesler of the James River Institute of Archaeology. Free. No Reservations Required. Call 703-549-2997.
Music Performance. Irish Fiddler Liz Carroll and guitarist John Doyle will perform at 8 p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St., Alexandria. $22/advance; $25/door. Children under 14 with adult half price. Visit www.sunspotpro.com or call 800-404-9049.
Theater Performance. West Potomac High School Drama Department presents its winter play, "Le Dindon: An Absolute Turkey" written by Georges Feydeau at 7:30 pm in the Kogelman Theatre at West Potomac High School. Tickets are $4 advance and $5 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at wpdrama@cox.net or by calling 703-718-2585.
Black History Jeopardy. 4–6 p.m. at Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Ave., Alexandria. Free. 703-838-6464.
Friday/Feb. 16
Theater Benefit. "Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters First 100 Years" by Emily Mann at 8 pm, as a benefit for the museum. Performances are at the Nannie J. Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria. Benefit tickets are $15/person. Contact 703-960-3398 for information and reservations or visit www.tapestrytheatre.com.
Theater Performance. West Potomac High School Drama Department presents its winter play, "Le Dindon: An Absolute Turkey" written by Georges Feydeau at 7:30 pm in the Kogelman Theatre at West Potomac High School. Tickets are $4 advance and $5 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at wpdrama@cox.net or by calling 703-718-2585.
Performance. "Valuable inventions and contributions from African Americans" dramatic performance from 4:30-6 p.m. at Charles Barrett Recreation Cente, 1115 Martha Custis Drive, Alexandria. Free. 703-838-4818.
Presentations. African-American culture presentations from 7-9 p.m. at Nannie J. Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria. Free. 703-838-4845.
Black History Jeopardy. 4–6 p.m. at Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Ave., Alexandria. Free. 703-838-6464.
Saturday/Feb. 17
Banquet and Ball. 5:30-11 p.m. in the historic ballroom of Gadsby's Tavern Museum. There will be a 18th century version of a three-course meal, dancing, toasts and character re-enactors. $75/person or $30 for the ball only. Advance registration required. Visit www.gadsbystavern.org or call 703-838-4242.
Birthday Celebration. 9 a.m.-noon join "George Washington" for breakfast as he enjoys his favorite meal. Chat with him about politics, farming and more. At 1:30 p.m. enjoy a parade complete with fife and drum corps. Takes place at Mount Vernon Estate. 703-780-2000; 703-799-8697 (TDD); www.mountvernon.org.
Fun Run. George Washington Birthday Classic 10-K Race and 2-K Fun Run benefiting the Alexandria Police Youth Camp will begin at 8:30 a.m. Begins just steps from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station. The registration fee is $22 per runner (after Feb. 10 it is $25). The 2-K Fun Run fee is $10 for the first runner ($5 for each additional family member with a maximum entry fee of $20). Entrants will be guaranteed a long-sleeved T-shirt if they register by Friday, Feb. 2. Visit WashingtonBirthday.org for more information.
Music Performance. Elizabeth Futral will perform at 8 p.m. at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, located at 3001 North Beauregard St., Alexandria. A pre-concert lecture open to all ticket holders will take place at 7 p.m. Tickets start at just $35 and can be obtained by calling the Washington Bach Consort at 202-429-2121. Visit www.bachconsort.org.
Theater Performance. West Potomac High School Drama Department presents its winter play, "Le Dindon: An Absolute Turkey" written by Georges Feydeau at 7:30 pm in the Kogelman Theatre at West Potomac High School. Tickets are $4 advance and $5 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at wpdrama@cox.net or by calling 703-718-2585.
Speaker and Breakfast. 9:15 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 3439 Payne St., Bailey's Crossroads. Lt. Col. Linda Herbert, a pastor who resides in Alexandria, will be the speaker. $3.35 donation for the breakfast. 703-671-9264.
Underground Railroad Journey. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., hear the story about Harriet Tubman as she returns to rescue others from slavery. At Mt. Jezreel Baptist Church in Alexandria.
Sunday/Feb. 18
Walking with Washington. Bob Madison, a volunteer at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum who has researched more than 140 places in Alexandria associated with George Washington, will lead a 15-block guided tour of Old Town exploring Washington's 50-year association with Alexandria. These tours afford the opportunity to see Alexandria as Washington saw it, through the places he frequented when he was here. Meets at the Fountain at Market Square, 301 King St., Old Town Alexandria. From 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free. No reservations necessary. For more information, call the George Washington Birthday Event Line at 703-991-4474.
War Encampment. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Fort Ward, 4301 West Braddock Road, Alexandria. Free. Program features troops from the 1st Virginia Regiment and various re-enactors who will portray camp life and drilling of the period. At 2 p.m. a skirmish will take place. Visit WashingtonBirthday.org.
Music Concert. Music in Honor of President's Day at 4 p.m. at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. , Alexandria. Free. For further information contact George Chadwick at 703-549-1421.
Birthday Celebration. 9 a.m.-noon join "George Washington" for breakfast as he enjoys his favorite meal. Chat with him about politics, farming and more. At 1:30 p.m. enjoy a parade complete with fife and drum corps. Takes place at Mount Vernon Estate. 703-780-2000; 703-799-8697 (TDD); www.mountvernon.org.
Music Performance. Colt's Neck Celebration Ringers and Jubilation will perform at Mount Vernon United Methodist Church 2006 Belleview Blvd., Alexandria at 5 p.m. A pasta dinner will follow the performance. Donations will be accepted for the dinner. Visit www.mountvernonumc.com or 703-765-1100.
Monday/Feb. 19
Parade Day Tours. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Gadsby's Tavern, 134 N. Royal St., Alexandria. Free. Enjoy the parade and tour the tavern for free. Visit www.gadsbystavern.org or call for more information, 703-838-4242.
Washington's Birthday. 10 a.m. enjoy a wreath laying ceremony at Washington's tomb, followed by a performance and battle demonstration. "General Washington" will be on the grounds to greet visitors. 1:30 p.m. "America's Smallest Hometown Parade" will happen. Free. Visit www.mountvernon.org.
Meet Abraham Lincoln. "Lincoln" will present a short speech, then field questions. He will cover a variety of topics, from military issues to matters at home. Free. At the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St., Alexandria. 703-838-4994.
Parade. 1 p.m. the largest George Washington birthday parade in the United States starts at the intersection of Wilkes and S. St. Asaph Streets. Free. Visit WashingtonBirthday.org for more information.
Breakfast and Speaker. The Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association will host the first appearance of George Washington, speaker by Army Lt. General Robert F. Foley. 9 a.m. at Holiday Inn and Suites Hotel, 625 First St., Alexandria. $25/person. Funds raised will benefit the Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association. For reservations or more information, visit www.washingtonbithday.net
Charity Event. Enjoy music by Amber Garon and food by Mike's Famous Italian Cuisine Restaurant, 8368 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, from noon-2 p.m. $25 donation at the restaurant benefits the Hope Wellness Clinic. Visit www.hopewellnessclinic.com.
Music Performance. 7-9 p.m. at MetroStage, North Royal and 3rd Streets. $50 benefits Parent Leadership Training Institute of Alexandria. Listen to The W.E.S. Group (www.thewesgroup.com) and enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Visit www.plti-alex.org or 703-684-7779.
Tuesday/Feb. 20
Free Concert. U.S. Army band will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Brucker Hall, 400 McNair Road, Fort Myer. No tickets required. Call 703-696-3399 or visit www.usarmyband.com.
Genealogical Society. 1 p.m. at the Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road, Alexandria. Free. "Finding Your Ancestors in Local Histories" is the topic. Contact Harold McClendon 703-360-0920.
Book Club. 7 p.m. The Duncan Book Discussion Group meets to discuss "Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson. The Duncan Library is located at 2501 Commonwealth Ave., Alexandria.
Wednesday/Feb. 21
Benefit Event. From 6-10 p.m. King Street Blues along with Hook and Ladder Brewing Company will host a benefit for the local firefighters burn center at the Washington Hospital Center. Free t-shirts, glasses and other gifts. Regular menu will be served. Located at 112 N. Saint Asaph St., Alexandria. 703-836-8300.
Book Night. 7:30 pm. Democratic Book Club at La Madeleine, 500 King St. The book will be "Team of Rivals" by Doris Kearns Goodwin. For information call Lois Walker 703-549-3360 or e-mail at lowalker@aol.com.
Membership Open House. 7-9 p.m. at Del Merei Grille, 3106 Mount Vernon Ave. Members are on hand to talk with prospective members about the Jaycees. Copies of the newsletter and applications will be provided. Contact Amy Tenhouse at atenhouse@hotmail.com.
History Talk. Daphne Spain, James M. Page Professor and Chair, University of Virginia, will present "In the Spirit of Jane Addams: Moral Crusades and the American City," 7-9 p.m., at Virginia Tech's Alexandria campus, 1021 Prince St., Main Conference Room, 3rd floor. Free and open to the public. Contact Heike Mayer at 703-706-8122 or heikem@vt.edu.
Thursday/Feb. 22
Film Screening. At 7-9 p.m. Alexandria Gay and Lesbian Community Association is hosting a "God and Gays" Film Screening and discussion with filmmakers at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St., Alexandria. The film explores sexuality and spirituality through the eyes and experiences of people wanting a relationship with the very religion that often rejects them. The filmmakers will be present to discuss the film with the audience at the conclusion of the screening. This event is co-sponsored by the Alexandria Black History Museum. Send RSVPs to info@aglca.org or 703-283-3227.
Free Concert. U.S. Army band will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Brucker Hall, 400 McNair Road, Fort Myer. No tickets required. Call 703-696-3399 or visit www.usarmyband.com.
Opening Reception. 7-8:30 p.m. at Tyler Teaching Gallery, Tyler Bldg., Alexandria Campus, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Student exhibition. 703-845-6239.
Drama Performance. Mt. Vernon drama group and My Father's House Christian Church perform at 7 p.m. at Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. , Alexandria. Free. 703-838-4825.
Friday/Feb. 23
Music Performance. Air Force Band Chamber Players perform at 8 p.m. at the Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria. Free. Call 202-767-5658 or visit www.usafband.com.
Movie Premiere. "The Nuclear Option" by Mount Vernon resident Robby Tinkler will premiere at 7:30 p.m. at Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, 1909 Windmill Lane, Alexandria. The film looks at the potential of nuclear energy to provide sustainable, non-greenhouse gas emitting energy for our society in the future. Visit http://mvuc.org/nuclear-option.html. Free.
Theater Performance. Do you love fairy tales; especially fairy tales with a twist? See Carl Sandburg Middle School's production of "Holka Polka a Fairy Tale Mystery" by D.M. Bocaz-Larson. Performances are at 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5/adults and $3/students. Call 703-799-6204.
Saturday/Feb. 24
Wedding Sampler. The historic Hollin Hall will host a Winter Wedding Sampler from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The boutique-style wedding show will feature "Weddings 101," by experts in the field of wedding services and a champagne brunch. Hollin Hall is located at 1909 Windmill Lane off Ft. Hunt Road between Alexandria and Mount Vernon. Cost is $10 at the door for a bride and her guest. Reservations required by Feb. 21: mvucevents@earthlink.net or call 703-625-2330.
Movie Premiere. "The Nuclear Option" by Mount Vernon resident Robby Tinkler will premiere at 7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington, 4444 Arlington Blvd., Arlington. The film looks at the potential of nuclear energy to provide sustainable, non-greenhouse gas emitting energy for our society in the future. Visit www.uucava.org/Calendar/Events.aspx. Free.
Music and Soup. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Art League School's Ceramics Studio, 305 Madison St., Old Town. Enjoy a bowl of hot soup in a handmade bowl while listening to music by local band Lump Dog. $15/person. Raffle will be held and the winner will win a ceramic work by the chairman of the school's Ceramics Department. Call Dale Marhanka at 703-683-5358.
ALIVE!’s Last Saturday Food Distribution. 8:30 a.m.–noon at Cora Kelly Rec. Center, corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Reed Avenue in Del Ray. Help sort, bag, and distribute food to low-income Alexandrians. Contact Andy at andyf2.71828@earthlink.net.
Theater Performance. Do you love fairy tales; especially fairy tales with a twist? See Carl Sandburg Middle School's production of "Holka Polka a Fairy Tale Mystery" by D.M. Bocaz-Larson. Performances are at 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5/adults and $3/students. Call 703-799-6204.
Sunday/Feb. 25
Walking with Washington. Bob Madison, a volunteer at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum who has researched more than 140 places in Alexandria associated with George Washington, will lead a 15-block guided tour of Old Town exploring Washington's 50-year association with Alexandria. These tours afford the opportunity to see Alexandria as Washington saw it, through the places he frequented when he was here. Meets at the Fountain at Market Square, 301 King St., Old Town Alexandria. From 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free. No reservations necessary. For more information, call the George Washington Birthday Event Line at 703-991-4474.
Orchestra Concert. American Balalaika Symphony Orchestral concert at 3 p.m. in the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria. For tickets and directions www.balalaika.biz or 703-351-1331. "Meet the Artists" reception follows the concert at 5 p.m.
Comedy Performance. The Russian Honor society of the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology hosts a Capitol Steps performance at 7 p.m.
Tickets available for $25. Visit http://activities.tjhsst.edu/slava/ or e-mail TJRussian@gmail.com.
Guinea Pigs. At 1 p.m., enjoy a seminar on how to take care of guinea pigs and get general information about them. Free at Vola Lawson Animal Shelter, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria. 703-838-4774 ext. 210 for more.