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Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Mill Run is playing at the Weekend Bluegrass Concert Series at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Road, Herndon on Saturday, Nov. 8. Call 703-435-8377.

The Blue Moon Cowgirls are playing at the Weekend Bluegrass Concert Series at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Road, Herndon on Saturday, Nov. 22. Call 703-435-8377.

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Thursday/Nov. 6

Ice Skating. The Ice Skating Pavilion at Reston Town Center has its grand opening at 7 p.m., with an exhibition by champion skater Tommy Steenberg. His performances will be followed by skating routines by national and world competitive skaters from Fredericksburg Ice Park and Fairfax Ice, until 8 p.m. The exhibition will be followed by free public skating until 10 p.m.

The Fourth Way. An introduction to the ideas and teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff, also known as "The Fourth Way" will be held at the Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston, 7:30-9 p.m. Free; call 703-581-2498 or e-mail restongroup@gmail.com.

Saturday/Nov. 8

Fall Color in the Glade. Go on a walk that goes along Snakeden Branch to Lake Audubon to enjoy the last of the fall color. Meet at the Glade Pool, 11550 Glade Drive, Reston, at 1:30 p.m.

Salute to the King. The 8th annual Elvis Tribute Dinner Show will be held at the Dulles Hilton Hotel, 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon. Dinner at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets: $55; call 1-800-318-8326.

Holiday Shop. Shop at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 432 Van Buren St., Herndon, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for christmans gifts. Vendors can call Marybeth Henry at 703-766-0294 or e-mail momsonline@juno.com. Vendor applications can be downloaded from the church web site at www.saint-timothys.org.

Colonial Day. Discover life along Cain’s Branch before Richard Bland Lee made this land his country seat in 1794 at the Sully Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Hear Revolutionary War stories and help with the labor. $7/adults, $5/children.

Bluegrass Concert. Mill Run is playing at the Weekend Bluegrass Concert Series at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Road, Herndon. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12; call 703-435-8377.

Craft Show. The First Baptist Church of Herndon, 681 Elden St., Herndon, is holding its annual Tea Room and Craft Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Purchase tea plates and beverages and crafts from local artists. Free admission.

Cheer Competition. The 2008 Olympia Cheer and Dance Competition will be held at South Lakes High School, 11400 South Lakes Drive, Reston, at 10 a.m. The all-day festival will award trophies to the top three finishers in five different divisions. Tickets: $12/adults; $6/children ages 6-10. Call 703-953-1801.

Sunday/Nov. 9

Yoga-thon. Beloved Yoga, 11872 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 101, Reston, is hosting a Yoga-thon from 12-5 p.m. to benefit the Cambodian Children’s Fund. Each participant should raise a minimum of $150 in pledges. Visit hearttothesky.blogspot.com or e-mail eacanda@yahoo.com.

Thursday/Nov. 13

Author Signing. Edward M. Lerner, will be at the Barnes and Noble Spectrum Center, 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston, to sign copies of his latest book "Fools’ Experiments," at 7 p.m.

Thursday/Nov. 20

Farmer’s Market. Shop for locally grown produce, meats, cheeses, beverages and more at the Reston Town Square, 11900 Market St. 3:30-7 p.m. Visit www.smartmarkets.org.

Saturday/Nov. 22

Enchanted Forest. Stroll through a whimsical forest of nearly 300 theme-decorated trees and handmade gingerbread homes while enjoying crafts and entertainment. All proceeds benefit the Junior League of Northern Virginia’s mission and community programs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 703-848-2884, visit www.jlnv.org or e-mail tef@jlnv.org for tickets.

Bluegrass Concert. The Blue Moon Cowgirls are playing at the Weekend Bluegrass Concert Series at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Road, Herndon. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12; call 703-435-8377.

Sunday/Nov. 23

Enchanted Forest. Stroll through a whimsical forest of nearly 300 theme-decorated trees and handmade gingerbread homes while enjoying crafts and entertainment. All proceeds benefit the Junior League of Northern Virginia’s mission and community programs. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 703-848-2884, visit www.jlnv.org or e-mail tef@jlnv.org for tickets.

Tuesday/Nov. 25

Blood Drive. INOVA Blood Drive fromm 12-7:30 p.m. beside the Reston Town Center Pavilion, 11900 Market St. Schedule appointments at 1-866-256-6372 or inova.org/donateblood.

Wednesday/Nov. 26

Senior Movie Day. Reston Association presents a feature film at 10 a.m. at the Multiplex Cinema, Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St. Refreshments and door prizes provided prior to the movie. Free to those 55+. Call 703-435-6530.

Friday/Nov. 28

Holiday Celebration. Celebrate the Holidays at Reston Town Center, 11900 Market St. Stores open at 8 a.m.; run with Alan Webb, U.S. record-holder for fastest mile; 11 a.m., Reston Holiday Parade; 12:30-4:30 p.m., visits with Santa; 6 p.m., tree lighting; 6:30-10 p.m., horse-drawn carriage rides. Visit www.restontowncenter.com.

Wednesday/Dec. 3