*Happy April Fool’s Day! -- Wednesday, April 1
*"Emerging Visions: Reconstruction" Exhibit at Greater Reston Arts Center -- Through Saturday, April 4.
Exhibit of exceptional work from students at local high schools, created in response to their engagement with the GRACE winter exhibition, LineWorks: Drawing Redefined. Tel: 703-471-9242, restonarts.org
*All-comers' Group Fun Run at Potomac River Running -- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. For beginners or competitive runners, come out for a fun, low-key run that's safe and social. 703-689-0999, potomacriverrunning.com
*TGIF - Free Fridays at Greater Reston Arts Center, Friday, April 3, 5 - 7 p.m. An after-hours evening of family art-making & storytelling. 703-471-9242, restonarts.org
*Easter at Il Fornaio, Sunday, April 5: Easter Brunch, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Easter Dinner, 5 - 10 p.m. Tel: 703-437-5544, ilfornaio.com
*Easter Brunch Buffet at Tavern64, Sunday, April 5, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enjoy locally-sourced and farm-fresh American cuisine inspired by nature and made from scratch, with made-to-order omelet station and carving station. 703.925.8250 tavern64.com
*Walk MS 2015 -- Saturday, April 11, 7 a.m., Pavilion and Streets. Starting and finishing at Reston Town Center, this 5K walk follows the community's scenic blue and green trails for an energizing experience to support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. 7 am check-in, 9 a.m. walk start. nationalmssociety.org
*Reston Little League Opening Day Parade -- Saturday, April 11, 9:30 a.m., Reston Town Square Park and Streets. A sea of colorful shirts and team hats will parade through Reston Town Center in honor of the opening of Little League baseball season. insports.net/restonlittleleague/
*Wine Tasting at Il Fornaio -- Saturday, April 11, 3 - 5 p.m. Sample up to 10 wines and enjoy an appetizer or pizza of your choice. $30 (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations at 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
*Pet Supplies Drive -- Monday, April 13 – Friday, May 1. Reston Town Center has teamed up with GoodDogz.org to collect supplies for organizations treating pets in need. GoodDogz.org is dedicated to educating potential dog owners on selection, care, and supporting the efforts of rescue groups. Items such as dog beds, blankets, toys, grooming products, leashes, and crates are being collected in building lobby bins in advance of the annual Pet Fiesta event on May 2. GoodDogz.org
*Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's -- Tuesday, April 14, 12 - 8 p.m. A thank you to customers. Donations benefit Safe Spot. 703-787-9096. benandjerrys.com
*Ride to Provide -- Saturday, April 18, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Pavilion. Join Washington Redskins' Lorenzo Alexander and other teammates, media personalities, healing military veterans, and hundreds of children and adults on the W&OD trail for a scenic bike ride. This fundraiser supports the ACES Foundation and healing military heroes from Ride 2 Recovery. Information and registration at ridetoprovide.org
*Old Ox Brewery Beer Dinner at Big Bowl -- Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 p.m. reservations, 7 p.m. dinner
Beer dinner with Old Ox Brewery. $55 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 703-787-8852 or bowl108/leye.com
*Meet Me at the Movies – Senior Movie Day at Bow Tie Cinemas, Wednesday, April 22, 10 a.m. (Doors open at 9:15). Reston Association presents "Imitation Game." Refreshments and door prizes provided prior to movie. Free to 55+. Information at Ashleigh@reston.org, 703-435-6530, or reston.org
*Northern Virginia Transportation Safety Summit -- Friday, April 24, 2015, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Pavilion.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Reston Town Center and Fairfax County Police Department will host the first-ever Northern Virginia Transportation Safety Summit promoting safety among pedestrians, bicycles, motor vehicles, and Metrorail. Representatives from VDOT, Fairfax County DOT, and various transportation safety entities will provide information, answer questions, and public safety vehicles will be on display.
*Paul’s Ride for Life -- Saturday, April 25, 7 a.m. - 12, Democracy Drive and Promenade. Enjoy a 10-mile, 20-mile, or a half century ride along the W&OD to benefit the Washington Regional Transplant Community. Register day of or at paulsrideforlife.org
*Cooking Class at Il Fornaio -- Saturday, April 25, 12 - 2:30 p.m. Three-course lunch with wine and recipes included. $55 (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations at 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
*Patrick Dougherty Public Art Installation and Exhibit – Opening Celebrations, Saturday, April 25, 2 – 5 p.m., Family Day, Town Square Park; 5 .pm., Opening Reception, GRACE. See and explore a monumental public art sculpture made from invasive tree saplings, created on site April 10 through 24, by Patrick Dougherty. Hundreds of his international works will be on exhibit at GRACE, in collaboration with IPAR. 703.471.9242 restonarts.org
*Reston Beers of the World Festival -- Saturday, April 25, 2 - 5 p.m. & 6 - 9 p.m., Pavilion. Sample a variety of different and unique beer styles from the USA and around the world. Rain or shine. Presented by Washington Wine Academy and Reston Town Center. Limited on-site tickets available. Tickets and details: 703.971.1525 washingtonwineacademy.org
*Northern Virginia Kidney Walk -- Sunday, April 26, 2 p.m., Pavilion and streets. A community fundraiser calling attention to the prevention of kidney disease & organ donation with kids' activities & music, to benefit the National Kidney Foundation. kidney.org
*INOVA Blood Drive -- Tuesday, April 28, 12 - 7:30 p.m., beside Pavilion. Schedule appointments at 1.866.256.6372 or inova.org/donateblood. On-site registration.
*R4 Collection Day - Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. Reston! -- Thursday, April 30, 1 - 4 p.m., Pavilion. Bring computers, components, electronics, cell phones, paper for shredding, compact fluorescent bulbs, eyeglasses, and hearing aids. More information at restontowncenter.com.
*Wine Dinner at Il Fornaio -- Thursday, April 30, 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a five-course dinner paired with wines. $70 (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations at 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
MAY 2015
*Live Music at M&S Grill, Fridays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Live music performed by various artists. 703-787-7766. mandsgrill.com
*Pet Fiesta! Exhibition and Pet Adoption, Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Pavilion and Streets.
Super pet adoption, paws-itively fun pet contests and fashion show, exhibitors of pet resources, pet rescue and non-profit groups. Presented by and benefiting GoodDogz.org. All on-leash pets welcome. Free admission, rain or shine. petfiesta.org
*March for Babies, Sunday, May 3, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Pavilion. Enjoy a walk, picnic, music, and children’s activities to support March of Dimes. Registration and fun begins at 9 a.m., walk begins at 10 a.m. 703-824-0111 marchforbabies.com
*Sunday Bourbon and Blues Brunch at M&S Grill, Sundays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. A southern-inspired bourbon brunch featuring live blues music performed by local artists. 703-787-7766. mandsgrill.com
*Mr. Knick Knack! Children’s Performance -- Every Monday through Oct. 19, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m., Pavilion. Unique, heart-centered music for kids and their grown-ups! Presented by Reston Town Center. Free. restontowncenter.com
*Fun Runs at Potomac River Running -- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Fun, low-key run that's safe and social. Meet new people and add some structure to your training schedule. 703-689-0999. potomacriverrunning.com
*“Spring Laughs in Flowers” at Mayflowers, Tuesday, May 5, 7 p.m. Join in a class to design something special with the bounty and beauty of peonies, ranunculus, fritillaries, lilacs, viburnum, and branches in bloom. Rejoice with strawberries and chocolates! $200. 703-709-1200 mayflowersreston.com
*Gift Wrapping at Appalachian Spring -- Friday, May 8, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday, May 10, 12 - 4 p.m. Benefits Kids R First. 703-478-2218. appalachianspring.com
*Wine Tasting at Il Fornaio, Saturday, May 9, 3 - 5 p.m. Sample up to 10 wines and enjoy an appetizer or pizza of your choice. $30 (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations at 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
*MOTHER’S DAY - Sunday, May 10. Remember gifts and reservations!
*Mother's Day at Il Fornaio, Sunday, May 10. Brunch 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Dinner 5 -10 p.m. 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
*Mother's Day Tennis Workout in the Pavilion -- Sunday, May 10, 11 a.m. A special tennis-based workout presented by Athleta. 703-668-0256 athleta.net/store-4866
*DMV2Go at the Pavilion, Wednesday, May 13, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. DMV wireless office on wheels — apply or renew ID card and driver’s license; get driving records, vehicle titles, license plates, and more. Information on all services at http://re.ston.tc/P9HLkh
*Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival - 24th Annual, Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, May 17, 10 a..m - 5 p.m. Presented by Greater Reston Arts Center. View and purchase art from 200+ artists from across the nation. Enjoy live performances, acclaimed children's activities, and more. $5 entry donation requested. Festival Launch Party, Friday, May 15, 6 - 8:30 p.m. in the Pavilion. Tickets required, $75 per person. 703-471-9242 restonarts.org
*Gabriel Ofiesh at Appalachian Spring, Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Jewelry artist Gabriel Ofiesh and his new collections are here. 703-478-2218 appalachianspring.com
*Salute to the Troops: Sing Along with The Reston Chorale, Saturday, May 23, 2 p.m., Pavilion. All are welcome to take part in a free sing-along of patriotic music in a salute to the troops and in honor of those who served. 703-834-0079 restonchorale.org
*INOVA Blood Drive, Tuesday, May 26, 12 - 7:30 p.m., beside Pavilion. Schedule appointments at 1-866-256-6372 or inova.org/donateblood. On-site registration.
*Meet Me at the Movies - Senior Movie Day at Bow Tie Cinemas, Wednesday, May 27, 10 a.m. (Doors open at 9:15). Reston Association presents "The Theory of Everything." Refreshments and prizes provided prior to movie. Free to 55+. Information at Ashleigh@reston.org, 703-435-6530, or reston.org
*Wine Dinner at Il Fornaio, Thursday, May 28, 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a five-course dinner paired with wines. $70 (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations at 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
*Cooking Class at Il Fornaio
Saturday, May 30, 12 - 2:30 p.m. Three-course lunch with wine and recipes included. $55 (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations at 703-437-5544 ilfornaio.com
*Reston Concerts on the Town – 25th Anniversary Season begins May 30. Saturday, May 30, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Pavilion. Reston Concerts on the Town returns with an extended concert series to celebrate its 25th anniversary season, kicking off with local swing/jump blues favorite Big Joe & the Dynaflows. Bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets and enjoy live music in the Pavilion. Extended season runs through Saturday, Sept. 5. Free. Rain or shine. Presented by Reston Town Center and Reston Town Center Association. Alcohol permitted at restaurants only. Concert information: 703-912-4062 restontowncenter.com/concerts