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On Sundays from noon-5 p.m., visit the Waterfront and see history-inspired performances near the Torpedo Factory; do a “meet and greet” of early Alexandria residents and travelers near the Waterfront and lower King Street. Free. Visit www.historicalexandria.org for more.
Historic Mount Vernon welcomes all Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Camp Fire Club members (in uniform or wearing an official pin) to free admission during its Scouting Days program through Feb. 15, 2009. For more information, visit www.MountVernon.org.
La Muse, 108 N. Patrick St., collects and ships donations for www.AnySoldier.com every day of the year. Bring donations to La Muse and it will be packaged and shipped to soldiers. For ideas on what to donate go to: www.ShopLaMuse.net/Anysoldier.html or call 703-683-1696.
Historic Mount Vernon welcomes Inauguration visitors in January with 20 percent off adult admission. Visitors must print the coupon from Mount Vernon's Web site: http://visit.mountvernon.org. January is also the 250th wedding anniversary of George and Martha Washington, and on display Jan. 12 – Feb. 23 are Mrs. Washington's wedding slippers, which have not been exhibited at Mount Vernon in over 30 years. $15 for adults; $7 for youth ages 6-11; and free for children five and younger. Visit http://visit.mountvernon.org or 703-780-2000.
The public can participate in the second annual “Alexandria Recreation Games for Healthy Living,” Jan. 10 through March 6. An awards ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, at the Lee Center Kauffman Auditorium, 1108 Jefferson St. To register, pick up an information packet at the Chinquapin Park Recreation Center, or online at www.alexandriava.gov/recreation.
Fairfax County Department of Community and Recreation Services present free dance workshops at Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Road, from 3:30-5 p.m. on Feb. 13,27, March 13,27, April 10,24 and May 8. To register, 703-324-4386.
Visitors can learn about slavery at Mount Vernon during Black History Month programs, wish “George Washington” happy birthday, view new objects on display from a Revolutionary War cannon in the “George Washington & His Generals” exhibit to Mrs. Washington’s wedding slippers and gown pieces (through Feb. 23). For more information, visit Visit.MountVernon.org.
Woodlawn’s Needlework exhibition is March 1-31 at 9000 Richmond Highway. There will be demonstrations, lunch by Nelly’s Needlers and more. See needleworks from around the world. Visit www.woodlawn1805.org or 703-780-4000 for more.
Thursday/Jan. 29
Cool Papa’s Party. Enjoy a musical odyssey at MetroStage, 1201 N. Royal St. Call 703-548-9044 for tickets.
18th Century Dance Lessons. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St. Learn from instructors. $12/class or $30/series. Reservations recommended, 703-838-4242.
Story Time. 10 a.m. or 3 p.m. at Beatley Library, 5005 Duke St. Children ages 3-5. Free. 703-519-5900.
Book Sale. Noon-9 p.m. at Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. Browse a variety of books. Free. 703-838-4566.
Short Story Discussion. 7 p.m. at Burke Library, 4701 Seminary Road. Call 70-519-3498 for story titles. Free.
Storytime. 4 p.m. at Barrett Library, 717 Queen St. Children ages 3-5 years. Free. 703-838-4555.
Friday/Jan. 30
Wee Ones Storytime. 10:30 a.m. at Hooray for Books!, 1555 King St. Children ages 2 and under enjoy songs and stories. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Book Sale. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. at Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. Browse a variety of books. Free. 703-838-4566.
Workshop. 7-9 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 2932 King St. Free workshop for parents and teachers. Visit www.celebratecalm.com for more.
Music Performance. Alexandria resident Chris Gekker will perform at noon at the Summer School Museum, 17th and M Streets, N.W., Washington, D.C. Hear poetry and music by Eric Ewazen, Katherine Gekker, Gail Collins and Stephen Brown, all with ties to Alexandria. Free.
The Boston Brass. 7:30 p.m. The brass quintet will perform in Springbank Auditorium at West Potomac High School, 6500 Quander Road, Alexandria. $10/person. Seating is limited. To request tickets call 703-718-2586, or e-mail penelope.bauer@fcps.edu.
Saturday/Jan. 31
Magestic Eagles. 2:30 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe these birds and learn about their lives. Free. 703-339-2385.
Bay View Sunset Walk. 4 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe animals as they get ready for bed. Free. 703-339-2385.
Wild For Winter Waterfowl. 10:30 a.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe swans, ducks and other waterfowl. Free. 703-339-2385.
Good Sports Storytime. 11 a.m. at Hooray for Books!, 1555 King St. Children ages 2 and up enjoy songs and stories about touchdowns, goals, and more. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Turn the Page. 10 a.m. at Beatley Library, 5005 Duke St. Discuss “A Whole New Mind” by Daniel Pink. Free. 703-519-5900.
Time for 2s. 10 a.m. at Beatley Library, 5005 Duke St. Ages 24-36 months can enjoy stories and more. Free. Registration required, 703-519-5900.
Saturday Stories. 10:30 a.m. at Beatley Library, 5005 Duke St. All ages can enjoy stories. Free. Registration required, 703-519-5900.
Book Sale. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. Browse a variety of books. Free. 703-838-4566.
Movie Watch. 7 p.m. at Plymouth Haven Baptist Church. Watch “Fireproof” and have a discussion. Childcare provided. Free. 703-360-4370.
Workshop. 9-11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 2932 King St. Free workshop for parents and teachers. Visit www.celebratecalm.com for more.
Book Signing. 1-5 p.m. at Waldenbooks, 5801 Duke St. Author Jamey Long will sign copies of his “Possum” books. Free.
Sunday/Feb. 1
Wintering Animals. 1 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe swans, ducks and other waterfowl. Free. 703-339-2385.
Magestic Eagles. 3 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe these birds and learn about their lives. Free. 703-339-2385.
Wild For Winter Waterfowl. 10:30 a.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe swans, ducks and other waterfowl. Free. 703-339-2385.
Music Performance. The Marine Band will perform music from 1961 at Schlesinger Concert Hall, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Free. Visit www.schlesingercenter.com or 703-845-6156.
Thursday/Feb. 5
Reception. 6-8 p.m. Exhibition: “A Radiant Spirit: The Journey of Mary Ellen Henderson” from Feb. 5 through March 28 at Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Free. Visit www.alexblackhistory.org or 703-838-4356.
Friday/Feb. 6
Music Performance. 5 p.m. at Carlyle House. Hear 18th-century music and enjoy a candle-lit tour. 703-549-2997 for tickets.
Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Bishop Ireton, 201 Cambridge Road. The concert band performs free. Visit www.usafband.af.mil or 202-767-5658.
Saturday/Feb. 7
Magestic Eagles. 10:30 a.m. or 3 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe these birds and learn about their lives. Free. 703-339-2385.
Bay View Sunset Walk. 4 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe animals as they get ready for bed. Free. 703-339-2385.
Wild For Winter Waterfowl. 10:30 a.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe swans, ducks and other waterfowl. Free. 703-339-2385.
Boutique District Warehouse Sale. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. Browse items from local stores and more. Free.
Oral History Lecture. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Char McCargo Bah will give a lecture about Freedmen’s Cemetery. Free. 703-838-4356.
Awards Reception. 4-8 p.m. Gallery West, 1213 King St., presents the “National Juried Exhibition” from Feb. 4 through March 1. See works picked by Joey Manlapaz. Free.
Lecture. “Their Voices Can Be Heard, Part II: The Genealogist’s Way of Doing Oral History” 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Free. Visit www.alexblackhistory.org or 703-838-4356.
Sunday/Feb. 8
Magestic Eagles. 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe these birds and learn about their lives. Free. 703-339-2385.
Wild For Winter Waterfowl. 10:30 a.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe swans, ducks and other waterfowl. Free. 703-339-2385.
Music Performance. David Roth, Cletus Kennelly and Lori Kelley will perform at 7 p.m. at Church of the Resurrection, 2280 N. Beauregard St. $15/adult; $12/member or in advance. Visit www.focusmusic.org or 703-501-6061.
Gallery Talk. 4 p.m. Deborah Ellis and Barbara Southworth will have artwork on display at the Athenaeum Gallery, 201 Prince St., through March 8. “Painter and Photographer: Two Processes” is the topic. Free. 703-548-0035.
Music Performance. 2 p.m. at Bishop Ireton High School. Hear music by The Duquesne University Tamburitzan. Tickets required, 1-877-826-6437.
Valentine’s Cabaret. 3 p.m. at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Enjoy music, cabaret, theater and more. $35/adult; $25/student. Visit www.belcantanti.com or 301-266-7546.
Thursday/Feb. 12
Opening Reception. 6-8 p.m. Target Gallery presents “BookEnds: The Book as Art” in their gallery at Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. from Jan. 22 through Feb. 22. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org or 703-838-4565.
Art Reception. 6-9 p.m. Gallery West, 1213 King St., presents the “National Juried Exhibition” from Feb. 4 through March 1. See works picked by Joey Manlapaz. Free.
Music Performance. 7 p.m. at the Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. Hear music by Jon Carroll. $10/person. Visit www.nvfaa.org or 703-548-0035 for tickets.
Performance. 7 p.m. at Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Hear performances, music and more. $10/person. Visit www.alexblackhistory.org or 703-838-4356.
Friday/Feb. 13
Ballroom Dancing. 8:30 p.m. at a private club in Mount Vernon. Enjoy the waltz, rumba and more to live music. $15/person. Reservations required, www.fridaynightersdancingclub.com for more.
Saturday/Feb. 14
Black Tie and Tails Gala. 7:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 625 First Street. Enjoy dancing, drinks, treats for canine friends and more. $150/person or $275/couple. Proceeds benefit Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Visit www.alexandriaanimals.org or 703-838-4774 ext. 216.
Book Sale. Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Find books for all readers. Free. 703-339-4610.
Valentine’s Tour and Tea. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden, 614 Oronoco St. $20/person. Reservations required, 703-548-1789.
Music Performance. 8 p.m. at Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Alexandria Symphony Orchestra performs Puccini and more. $20-$80/person. Visit www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885.
Birthnight Banquet and Ball. 5:30-11 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern, 134 N. Royal St. Celebrate George Washington’s birthday with a dance and dinner. $100/person for dinner and ball or $50/person for just the ball. Registration required, www.gadsbystavern.org or 703-838-4242.
Story Telling. 11 a.m. at Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Hear stories by Baba Jamal. Free. Visit www.alexblackhistory.org or 703-838-4356.
Breakfast with George and Parade. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Mount Vernon Estate. Enjoy parades, breakfast and more. $15/adult; $7/child. Visit.MountVernon.org or 703-780-2000.
Magestic Eagles. 10:30 a.m. or 3 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe these birds and learn about their lives. Free. 703-339-2385.
Sunday/Feb. 15
Music Performance. David Hildebrand will perform a concert honoring George Washington at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern, 134 N. Royal St. $20/person and $15/member. Reservations recommended, www.gadsbystavern.org or 703-838-4242.
Music Performance. 3 p.m. at Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Alexandria Symphony Orchestra performs Puccini and more. $20-$80/person. Visit www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885.
Music Performance. 3 p.m. at Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Road. Hear music by the Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic. Free, donations accepted. Visit www.wmpamusic.org for more.
Fundraiser. The Art League is holding its Patrons’ Show Fundraiser at the Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. Winners choose a piece of artwork donated. $175/ticket. Visit www.theartleague.org for more.
Breakfast with George and Parade. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Mount Vernon Estate. Enjoy parades, breakfast and more. $15/adult; $7/child. Visit.MountVernon.org or 703-780-2000.
Magestic Eagles. 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe these birds and learn about their lives. Free. 703-339-2385.
Wild For Winter Waterfowl. 10:30 a.m. at Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Observe swans, ducks and other waterfowl. Free. 703-339-2385.
Monday/Feb. 16
Birthday Celebration. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Mount Vernon Estate. Celebrate George Washington’s birthday with free admission, music, parade and more. Visit.MountVernon.org or 703-780-2000.