To have community events listed, send to south@connectionnewspapers.com or call 703-778-9416 with questions. Deadline for calendar listings is two weeks prior to event.
<b>Thursday/Aug. 26
</b>“Severe Clear” Film Screening. 7:30 p.m. at Fairfax Corner 14, 11900 Palace Way, Fairfax. A documentary shot on a mini-DV by Marine Lt. Mike Scotti during the invasion of Iraq. Director Kristian Fraga formed the 60 hours of film into a narrative arc that has been compared to Full Metal Jacket. Screening proceeds support VFW Blue and Gray Post 8469, www.communityzero.com/vfw8469. Tickets available at the box office or Movietickets.com.
Anita Baker. 8 p.m. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, 1624 Trap Road, Vienna. $48 in-house, $25 lawn. 703-255-1868 or www.wolftrap.org.
Jay Nash and Dean Fields at 7 p.m., Viking, Ypset, Young Enough and Turbo P at 10 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Friday/Aug. 27
</b>Tony Bennett. 8 p.m. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, 1624 Trap Road, Vienna. $48 in-house, $25 lawn. 703-255-1868 or www.wolftrap.org.
Curious George Live! 7 p.m. at the Patriot Center, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax. A musical about Curious George helping Chef Pisghetti save his restaurant. Tickets $16-$30, available at www.ticketmaster.com or via Phonecharge at 703-573-SEAT. www.curiousgeorgelive.com.
Deanna Bogart Band at 7:30 p.m., Along Those Lines, Await Rescue and Loving the Lie at 10:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
Rick Franklin & His Delta Blues Boys. 7:30 p.m. at Royal Lake Park, 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax. Acoustic guitar duet. 703-324-8702.
<b>Saturday/Aug. 28
</b>The Ultimate Doo-Wop Show. 8 p.m. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, 1624 Trap Road, Vienna. Charlie Thomas, Shirley Alston-Reeves, The Flamingos featuring Terry Johnson, Jay Siegel & The Tokens with Jay Traynor, Eugene Pitt & The Jive Five, Cathy Jean & The Roommates and more. $40 in-house, $22 lawn. 703-255-1868 or www.wolftrap.org.
Curious George Live! 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Patriot Center, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax. A musical about Curious George helping Chef Pisghetti save his restaurant. Tickets $16-$30, available at www.ticketmaster.com or via Phonecharge at 703-573-SEAT. www.curiousgeorgelive.com
Burke Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at 5671 Roberts Parkway, Burke.
Fairfax County Master Gardeners Association, Inc. 10 a.m. City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North St., Fairfax. Master Gardeners provide horticultural tips, information, techniques and advice to home gardeners. 703-293-6227.
Neighborhood Plant Clinic. 10 a.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. The Fairfax County Master Gardeners Association gives tips and strategies. 703-978-5600.
Race into Autumn 5K. The Northern Virginia Training Center, 9901 Braddock Road, Fairfax. 5K, 1K fun run and walk. $15-$25. Proceeds benefit the NVTC, a state residential facility for adults with intellectual disabilities. Register at www.active.com.
Left on Vermont, Subtle Body and Forevsner at 1 p.m., The Nighthawks and Los Fabulocos at 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Sunday/Aug. 29
</b>Donna Summer. 8 p.m. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, 1624 Trap Road, Vienna. $48 in-house, $25 lawn. 703-255-1868 or www.wolftrap.org.
Curious George Live! 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the Patriot Center, 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax. A musical about Curious George helping Chef Pisghetti save his restaurant. Tickets $16-$30, available at www.ticketmaster.com or via Phonecharge at 703-573-SEAT. www.curiousgeorgelive.com.
Neighborhood Plant Clinic. 1 p.m. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. The Fairfax County Master Gardeners Association gives tips and advice. 703-644-7333.
Whamoo!, Home Brewed, Branch Avenue, Dominic Elliott, Nate Lukas, Richard Fercovic, Shoes and Jakob's Night. 6:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Monday/Aug. 30
</b>Boy Scouts/Patriot District of the National Capital Area Council Golf Tournament. Registration begins at 8 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m. at General’s Ridge Golf Course, 9701 Manassas Drive, Manassas Park. Hosted by scout parent Del. David Bulova (D-37). Lunch included. Proceeds support and improve local camps and provide opportunities to underprivileged youth. Individual registrations begin at $125 per player. Register with Gary Carroll at 301-633-5456.
Joe Zelek, Tyler Toliver and Casey. 7:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Tuesday/Aug. 31
</b>Brainfang and The Silver Liners. 7:30 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
SmartMarkets Weekly Farmer’s Markets. 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the corner of Monument Drive and Government Center Parkway in Fairfax Corner. Every Tuesday through Oct. 26. www.smartmarkets.org.
Fairfax Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Van Dyck Park, 3720 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax.
English Conversation Group. 7 p.m. City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North St., Fairfax. Conversation group for adults learning English. 703-293-6227.
Neighborhood Plant Clinic. 10 a.m. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. The Fairfax County Master Gardeners Association gives tips and advice. 703-644-7333.
<b>Wednesday/Sept. 1
</b>The Dear Hunter, O’Brother and Midnight Masses. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
Wakefield Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. at 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale.
<b>Thursday/Sept. 2
</b>Thee Original Judge, D-Madness, Open 24, MOJO and Lucky Dub. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>FridaySept. 3
</b>Future, Mantras and Among Criminals. 9 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Saturday/Sept. 4
</b>The Downtown Fiction, Struan Shields and New Crystal Dolls. 5:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Sunday/Sept. 5
</b>Jammin’ Java’s Songwriters’ Circle: A Tribute to Bruce Springsteen. 7 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Monday/Sept. 6
</b>Third Annual Doggie Splashdown at Fairfax Swimming Pool. Fairfax Swimming Pool, 4200 Roberts Road, Fairfax. Gates open at 7 p.m. and the dogs can jump in the pool the pool beginning around 7:15 p.m. A donation of $5 per canine will be collected at the gate. All dogs must be accompanied by their owners. Because young children will be present and the pool is open to FSP members for swimming until 7 p.m., all dogs must be kept on leashes until the event begins. betsyd@fairfaxpool.com or 703-273-1432.
Labor Day Picnic. St. Mary's Historic Church at the intersection of route 123 and Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station. Mass at 10:30 a.m. with blessing of tools, backpacks, lap tops and more. Picnic 12-5 p.m. Chicken dinners $8. Food, ice cream, games, rides, crafts raffle, bingo and more. Free admission. 703-978-4141.
Open Mic Showcase hosted by Ron Goad. 7 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Tuesday/Sept. 7
</b>Zeroshift, Black Dog Prowl, One Ton Wonton and Pollock. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
Fairfax Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Van Dyck Park, 3720 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax.
<b>Wednesday/Sept. 8
</b>Jonathan Mudd and Drew Gibson. 8 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
Wakefield Farmers Market. 2-6 p.m. at 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale.
<b>Thursday/Sept. 9
</b>Life Rocks! Benefit Concert to Support Youth Suicide Prevention. With Berret & Harrison and Reedo. 7 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
<b>Friday/Sept. 10
</b>Dreaming Of Eden, Madrone and Get Up Texas at 6 p.m., SNRG Fireday at 10 p.m. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. jamminjava.com.
Lord of the Rings: Return of the King - Movie and Orchestral Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna. $44-$471. 703-938-2404 or www.wolftrap.org.
Grand Prix Lightweight MMA Tournament. 8 p.m. at George Mason University Patriot Center, 4500 University Drive, Fairfax. An eight-man, single-elimination tournament taking place in one night. Tickets $24-$350, available at tickemaster.com.