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The Arlington Farmers’ Market takes place on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon year round. Located at the intersection of N. Courthouse Road and N. 14th Street. Visit www.arlingtonfarmersmarket.com for more on the market and vendors.
Arlington's David M. Brown Planetarium, 1426 N. Quincy St., presents "Just Imagine" through Sunday, April 27. Visitors embark on a journey of the mind to see an altogether different universe. "Just Imagine" considers the earth without a moon, our sun as a different kind of star and much more. This is a show that can be enjoyed by children 10 & older and adults. Showtimes are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for seniors and children 12 & younger. 703-228-6070.
Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 Marcey Road, presents “Unlocking the Secrets of Our Living Planet: A Guided Hike at Potomac Overlook” at 2 p.m. on alternating Saturdays and Sundays starting Sunday, April 6 and Saturday, April 12. $3/person and reservations can be made at Potomac@nvrpa.org or 703-528-5406.
The Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia is holding the International Jewish Film Festival from April 29 through May 15 with screenings at three locations including the Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. The cost for most screenings is $7 before 6 p.m. and for seniors, all other screenings are $9.50. Prices vary for special programs and groups. For information, or to register for programs, 703-323-0880.
Tickets for Mount Vernon’s Wine Festival & Sunset Tour will go on sale April 15 via www.ticketmaster.com, 703-573-SEAT or Mount Vernon’s Orientation Center. $30/person. Sample a variety of wines while listening from a variety of historic interpreters. Visit www.mountvernon.org or 703-780-2000.
Thursday/April 24
Music Production Class. 4-6 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Learn how to produce music, from making the song to the finished project. Free. 703-228-7783.
Author Talk. 7:30 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Join Terese Svoboda and Askold Melnycxwk discuss their books “Black Glasses Like Clark Kent” and “The House of Windows.” Free. 703-228-0322.
Discussion. Andy Hankins will discuss organic gardening strategies at Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 Marcey Road from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring an optional bag lunch. Tour of garden and composte demonstration will follow. Free. 703-228-6414.
Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Fort Myer in Arlington. The U.S. Army Band Downrange will perform. Free. Visit www.usarmyband.com or 703-696-3399.
How to Make Azalea Bonsai. 1:30 p.m. at Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 S. 16th St. Learn tips from expert bonsai gardener Peter Jones. Free. 703-228-0955.
The Naturalists’ Collectors Club. 4-5 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Children ages 11-13 can learn about nature and collect a variety of artifacts. $5/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Friday/April 25
DJ Class. Teens can learn how to become a DJ from 3:30-6 at Thomas Jefferson Community Center. Free. 703-228-7783.
Folk Dances of India. 7-9:30 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. Enjoy a fundraising dinner followed by dances. $30/person. Visit www.ideadancers.org or 703-532-5479.
Saturday/April 26
Story Time. 11 a.m. at Aladdin’s Lamp Children’s Books, 2499 N. Harrison St., Suite 10. For children ages 2-6. Free. 703-241-8281.
Children’s Adventures Workshop. Noon-2 p.m. at Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 S. 16th St. Children in grades 1-8 with adult can learn how to make musical instruments from recycled materials. $10/person. Encouraged to bring own reuseable materials. Visit www.planetarlington.com or 703-228-1859.
Monte Carlo Night. 8-11 p.m. at Crystal City Sports Pub, 529 S. 23rd St. Enjoy raffles, silent auction and dancing to benefit Oakridge Elementary PTA. E-mail oakridgePTA@gmail.com for more.
Books, Blooms and Bites Sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Walker Chapel United Methodist Church, 4102 N. Glebe Road. Browse through a variety of items including plants, books, cds, food and more. Free. Visit www.walkerchapel.org or 703-538-5200.
Theatre Performance in Spanish. 3 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. See “The Adventures of Pinocchio.” $10/person. Visit www.teatrodelaluna.org or 703-548-3092.
Stop in For Stories. 10 a.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. All ages can drop-in for stories, songs and crafts. Free. 703-228-5946.
Fit Arlington. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Bluemont Park. Try a variety of sports including dodgeball, ultimate Frisbee, tennis and more. Free. Families encouraged. Visit www.arlingtonva.us.
Auction. South Arlington Kiwanians host an auction from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lyon Park Community Center, 414 Filmore St. Features wine and cheese, food and more. $20. 703-243-5245.
Arlington Reads. 11 a.m. at libraries around Arlington. Discuss “Brother I’m Dying” by Edwidge Danticat and “Esperanza Rising” by Pamela Munoz-Ryan. Free. 703-228-6321.
Children’s Adventure Workshop. Noon at Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 S. 16th St. Children in grades 1-8 can learn about instrument making from recycled materials. $10. 703-228-1859.
World Penguin Day. 3:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families with children ages 5 and up can learn about penguins through games, crafts and more. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Cambodian New Year. 5-8 p.m. at Theatre One at Gunston, 2700 S. Lang St. The Cambodian American Heritage presents dance and more. $12; $7. 703-370-8980.
Silly Songs Campfire. 6 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. All ages can participate in games, crafts, meet guests and more. $3/person. 703-228-6535.
Gymnastics Spring Fling. 7 p.m. at Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center. Children can enjoy gymnastics, obstacles, music and more. Registration required. Call 703-228-0707 for times and cost.
Teen Summer Expo. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Arlington Career Center, 816 South Walter Reed Drive. Teens and young adults can find employment, volunteer opportunities and more. Free. For more information call 703-228-1417 or visit www.arlingtonteensummerexpo.com
Yard Sale. 8 a.m.-noon at Our Savior Lutheran School, 825 S. Taylor St. Purchase clothing, toys, goods, books and more. Free.
Plant Fundraiser. 1:30-5 p.m. at Washington Lee High School, corner of N. Quincy Street and Washington Boulevard. Browse through hanging baskets, annuals, herbs and more. 703-527-0054.
Sunday/April 27
Music Concert. Hear music by Phillipe Chao at 4 p.m. at Rock Spring U.C.C., 5010 Little Falls Road. Free. Visit www.rockspringcongucc.org or 703-538-4886.
Meet Author/Illustrator Tedd Arnold. 1:30 p.m. at Aladdin’s Lamp Children’s Books, 2499 N. Harrison St., Suite 10. He will discuss his books from the “Fly Guy” series. For children ages 4-7. Free. 703-241-8281.
Spring Fling Carnival. 3-6 p.m. at Oakridge Elementary, 1414 @. 24th St. Enjoy a rock climbing wall, bungee jumper, train, inflatables, food and more. E-mail oakridgePTA@gmail.com for more.
Celebrate Children’s Day. 3 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Hear readings and see dance performances. Families welcome. Free. 703-228-6321.
Author Talk. Hear Lee Wells talk about “Gaia Girls” at 3 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Signing follows. Free. 703-228-0322.
Author Visit. 7 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. David Lubar will speak about some of his children’s books and then sign some. Free. 703-228-5946.
Author Talk. 3 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Hear Lee Wells discuss “Gaia Girls.” Free. 703-228-6545.
Celebrate Dia de los Ninos. 3 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Hear readings, dancing and more. Free. 703-228-6321.
Author Visit. 7 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. David Lubar will talk about some of his books and then do a signing. Free. 703-228-5946.
Author Visit. 7 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. David Lubar will talk about his book and then sign some copies. Free. 703-228-5946.
Celebrate Dia de los Ninos. 3 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quncy St. Enjoy performances by Mura Montero Dance Company and more. Free. Families encouraged. 703-228-6321.
Monday/April 28
Music Production Class. 4-6 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Learn how to produce music, from making the song to the finished project. Free. 703-228-7783.
Film Watch. “Avalon” at 7 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Free. 703-228-6321.
Moving Words Poetry Reading. 7 p.m. at Busboys & Poets, 4251 Campbell Ave. Enjoy readings by the six winners of the poetry contest. Free. 703-228-1850.
Poetry Celebration. 8 p.m. at Busboys & Poets, 4251 Campbell Ave. Celebrate the winners of the Moving Words contest. Free. 703-441-1525.
Tuesday/April 29
DJ Class. Teens can learn how to become a DJ from 3:30-6 at Thomas Jefferson Community Center. Free. 703-228-7783.
International Jewish Film Festival Opening Night. 7 p.m., guest speaker, 8 p.m. screening of “Three Mothers” at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. Visit www.jccnv.org or 703-323-0880 for prices and more.
Recycled Art Show and Reception. 7:30 p.m. at Central Library. Features works from recycled materials. On view through April 20. Free. 703-228-6321.
Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. in Memorial Chapel at Fort Myer in Arlington. Hear music through the ages. Free. Visit www.usarmyband.com or 703-696-3399.
Spring Walk. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Lubber Run Center, 300 N. Park Drive. Adults ages 17 and older can walk the paths of C&O Canal and look for signs of spring. 410/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Change Your Mood with Laughter. 10:15 a.m. at Walter Reed Senior Center, 2909 S. 16th St. Explore why laughter is the best medicine. Free. 703-228-0955.
Arlington Reads. 6:30 p.m. at Eleventh Street Lounge, 1041 N. Highland St. Discuss “Brother I’m Dying” by Edwidge Danticat. Free. 703-228-6321.
Wednesday/April 30
Story Time. 11 a.m. at Aladdin’s Lamp Children’s Books, 2499 N. Harrison St., Suite 10. For children ages 2-6. Free. 703-241-8281.
Corduroy’s 40th Anniversary. 11 a.m. at Aladdin’s Lamp Children’s Books, 2499 N. Harrison St., Suite 10. Hear readings of “Corduroy” and “A Pocket for Corduroy” and be entered to win a Corduroy plush animal. For children ages 2-6. Free. 703-241-8281.
Science Fiction Book Club. 7 p.m. at Olsson’s Crystal City, 2200 Crystal Drive. Read and discuss “Rainbows End” by Vernor Vinge. Free. 703-413-8121.
Stop in For Stories. Located at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. All ages can enjoy stories, crafts and songs. Free. Call for times 703-228-6545.
Film. Watch “I Have Never Forgotten You” at 7:30 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. Part of the Jewish Film Festival. Visit www.jccnv.org or 703-323-0880 for prices and more.
Author Talk. Hear Jo-Marie Bart discuss her book “Silencing Civil Society: Political Violence and the Authoritarian State in Peru” at 7 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Free. Book signing follows. 703-228-0322.
Who’s Afraid of Modern Art. 11 a.m. Lee Senior Center, 5722 Lee Highway. Learn about a variety of art from different time periods. $5/session or $14/four sessions. Register at 703-228-0555.
Movie Watch. 3:30 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Watch “American Tail.” Free. 703-228-5946.
Wild Ones: Survivor. 3:30 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Children ages 6-9 can learn about what to do if you get lost on a hike, learn about edible plants and more. $2/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Campfire Dinner. 6-8 p.m. at Fire Ring in Lubber Run Park, 300 N. Park Drive. All ages can learn how to cook dinner over a fire and more. $5/person. Registration required, 703-228-4747.
Author Talk. 7 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Jo-Marie Bart will discuss her book “Silencing Civil Society: Political Violence and the Authoritarian State in Peru.” Free. 703-228-6545.
Thursday/May 1
Music Production Class. 4-6 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Learn how to produce music, from making the song to the finished project. Free. 703-228-7783.
Lecture. 6-8 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. See scenes from “Carmen.” Free. Visit www.rosslynva.org/roomwithaview or 703-522-6628 for more.
Artist’s Talk. 5-9:30 p.m. at Ellipse Arts Center, 4350 N. Fairfax Drive. Meet the artists of “The Thread as the Line.” Free. 703-228-7710.
Planet Hunters. 8 p.m. at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th St. Families with children ages 7 and up can look at the planets and a variety of stars. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Friday/May 2
DJ Class. Teens can learn how to become a DJ from 3:30-6 at Thomas Jefferson Community Center. Free. 703-228-7783.
Wake-Up Snakes Campfire. 6:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families of all ages can enjoy activities, stories and more. $3/person. 703-228-6535 to register.
Saturday/May 3
Arthritis Walk. Enjoy a three mile or 1 mile course. Free, but donations accepted for The Arthritis Foundation. Located at Bon Air Park, 850 N. Lexington St. Contact Christina Thomas at 202-537-6800 ext. 3016 or e-mail cthomas@arthritis.org.
Story Time. 11 a.m. at Aladdin’s Lamp Children’s Books, 2499 N. Harrison St., Suite 10. For children ages 2-6. Free. 703-241-8281.
Stop in For Stories. 10 a.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. All ages can drop-in for stories, songs and crafts. Free. 703-228-5946.
Open House. 1-4 p.m. see Alexandria artist Patrick O’Brien and Arlington artist Barbara Weber exhibit some of their turned wood and basketry at Artists’ Undertaking Gallery, 309 Mill St., Occoquan, from May 6 through June 2. Free. Visit www.theartistsundertaking.com or 703-494-0584.
History of Skateboarding. 2 p.m. at Powhatan Skateboard Park on Wilson Boulevard. Free.
Performance. 8 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. Hear jazz vocalist Coco Zhao. $20/person. Visit www.planetarlington.com or 703-228-1850.
Dance Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Kenmore Performing Arts Center, 200 S. Carlin Springs Road. $20/adult; $10/student, senior. Visit www.bmdc.org.
Civil War Forts Van Tour. 9 a.m.-noon at Fort C.F. Smith, 2411 N. 24th St. Children and adults ages 10 and up can take a tour of various forts including Fort Bennett. $10/person. Registration required, 703-243-4342.
Intro to Birding. 9 a.m.-noon at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th St. Adults and families with children 12 and up can learn the basics of birding and look at a variety of the birds found in the area. Free. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Sparrow Pond Spruce Up. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Glencarlyn Park, S. 4th Street. Families with children ages 7 and up can pick up trash and remove invasive plants. Free. 703-228-6535 to register.
Arlington Reads. 10 a.m. at Farlinton Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St. Enjoy crafts and food traditions of Bel Aire, from the pages of “Brother, I’m Dying” by Edwidge Danticat. Free. 703-228-6321.
Opera Workshop. 2 p.m. at Westover Branch Library, 1800 N. Lexington St. Families with children ages 4-10 can participate in a workshop for the opera “Hansel and Gretel.” Free. 703-228-5260.
Chocolate Tales. 2-3 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Adults age 13 and up can discover some early uses of chocolate and sample chocolate drinks and more. $20/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Busy Buzzing…Flies? 3:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families with children ages 6 and up can hike through the gardens and woods and search for flowers and flies that pollinate them. Free. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Wake-Up Snakes Campfire. 6:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families of all ages can enjoy activities, stories and more. $3/person. 703-228-6535 to register.
Sunday/May 4
Performance. The Balalaika Society will perform at 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road. $20/adult; $18/senior; children under 12 free. Visit www.balalaika.org or 703-549-2010.
Cycling Classic. 7 a.m.4 p.m. at the U.S. Air Force Memorial and looping through Crystal City. Medals will be awarded to those that can complete a set of laps during the three hours that the route is open. Visit www.crystalcity.org.
Dance Performance. 3 p.m. at Kenmore Performing Arts Center, 200 S. Carlin Springs Road. $20/adult; $10/student, senior. Visit www.bmdc.org.
Music Performance. 4 p.m. at Trinity Church, 2217 Columbia Pike. Benefits the Children’s Defense Fund. Free will donations accepted. 703-920-7077.
Trillium Trek. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lubber Run Center, 300 N. Park Drive. Travel to Linden, Va. To see a trillium display. $20/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Animals From Eggs. 1 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families can learn about the different kinds of eggs through books, craft, hunt and more. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Family Movie Matinee. 2 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Call the library for movies being shown, 703-228-6545. Free.
Friends of the Animals. 2:30 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Families with children ages 7-12 can learn how to help wild animals. $2/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Creatures & Cultures Club: Indonesia. 3 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Children ages 8-11 can learn about the ecosystems, cultures and traditions of Indonesia. Free. 703-228-6535.
Monday/May 5
Music Production. Teens can learn about the production of urban music at 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Free. Register at 703-228-7783.
Thursday/May 8
Music Performance. Noon-1 p.m. at Ellipse Arts Center, 4350 N. Fairfax Drive. Free. Visit www.fmmc.org or 703-228-7710.
Music Production. Teens can learn about the production of urban music at 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Free. Register at 703-228-7783.
Saturday/May 10
Walk for the Animals. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the walk begins at 9:30 a.m. at Bluemont Park, 329 N. Manchester St. Choose between a three mile walk or one-milk walk. Visit awla.kintera.org/walk2008 for more.
Way Cabaret. 7-9 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo parish center, 3304 Washington Blvd. Donations encouraged. See music, dancing, acting and more. E-mail leahyhome@aol.com or 703-525-3250.
Stop in For Stories. 10 a.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. All ages can drop-in for stories, songs and crafts. Free. 703-228-5946.
Battle of the Boulevard. 9 a.m. at Clarendon Central Park. Enjoy either a 10k race or 2k course. $25 until May 1, $30 until May 9, and $35 on race day. For the 2K Walk the registration fee is $10 until May 9 and $15 on race day. A Downloadable registration form is available online at www.battleoftheboulevard.com. 703-248-6883.
Benefit Performance. Teatro de la Luna presents “Volvio Una Noche” (She Returned One Night” at 8 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center, Theatre Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Tickets are $40. Visit www.teatrodelaluna.org or 703-548-3092.
Monday/May 12
Music Production. Teens can learn about the production of urban music at 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Free. Register at 703-228-7783.