Swamp Stomp Where/When? Bull Run Regional Park on Saturday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Why Go? Bull Run Regional Park just calls you on a spring day. But this event lets you see the park at night. A night hike, led by naturalist Rich Bailey and the search will be on for salamanders, spring peepers, woods frogs and more. Rubber boots and warm clothes recommended (for adults and children ages 6 and older). Pricing? Free, but make reservations 703-528-5406 Virginia Run Consignment Sale Where/When? Virginia Run Community Center (15355 Wetherburn Ct, Centreville) on Saturday, March 26 from 9 a.m. to 1:…
Taco Mania! Where/When? Whole Foods (Fair Lakes) on Wednesday, March 16 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Why Go? Messy, yummy fun – tacos are delicious and making them at Whole Foods means they are just a notch healthier. Bonus: All proceeds benefit “The Whole Planet Foundation”. Pricing? $5 per child (register at Customer Service: 703-222-2058. Irish Lullabies Where/When? Pohick Regional Library on Wednesday, March 16 at 7 p.m. Why Go? Lovely lullabies, good luck stories and more to celebrate Irish-style. For ages 3-6 with their adult. Pricing? Free, no registration is required. The Lion in Winter …
Jumpin’ Good Times Where/When? Pump It Up (Manassas) Wed, Thu and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Why Go? Pump It Up’s Open Jump time is a great physical, let it all hang out, time for children ages 2-10 (with an adult on premises). Think of how well they’ll sleep afterwards. Pricing? $10 per chiild Kid Science: Mirror, Mirror Where/When? Pohick Regional Library, Thursday March 10 at 10:30 a.m. Why Go? Science is cool, especially when you are four – six years old. This event will have story and activities about mirrors. Pricing? Free, but registration is required. Rocknoceros Family …
Train Songs Where/When? Pohick Library on Thursday March 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. Why Go? This story time is geared towards two-year olds (and their grown-ups). This week’s theme is Trains – a crowd-please for sure. Pricing? Free Walney’s Wood Frogs Where/When? Walney Visitors Center (5040 Walney Road) on Friday March 4 at Why Go? Walney’s Wood Frogs are the superstars of the pond – and you can start learning about them now and follow their progress all summer long. For frog lovers 8 and up who don't mind getting a little wet and/or muddy. Pricing? $6 for county residents/$ 8 for non…
What’s going on in and around Centreville this week? Activities and events for children of all ages. Strike Up the Band Where/When Centreville High School (Theatre) Wednesdy Feb 23 (concert band and percussion) and Thursday, Feb. 24 (wind ensemble and symphonic band) both concerts at 7 p.m. Why Go? The Centreville High School bands are really good—and you and children can see all the action. (Here's a short article about getting the most from a concert with children: http://patch.com/buRYf ) Price Free Time for Tots Where/When? Centreville Regional Library Thursday, Feb 24 at 11…
Here's our weekly calendar of family-friendly activities in the Centreville area: Energy to Burn? Where/When House of Bounce (Manassas, off I-66) Thursday, Feb. 17 and Friday, Feb 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 Noon and again from 1p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Why Go? Kids can bounce maniacally to their hearts content in a big room full of inflatables. They’ll be so happy and so worn out. Pricing: $9 per child per session (one adult free with each child); under 5 years old, just $5 Fairytale Plays Where/When Freedom High School (South Riding) Friday Feb.18 at 7:30 p.m. (also Thursday Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m. …
Looking for something for your kids, big or small, to do this weekend? Check out our list of goings-on around Centreville and beyond. Casino Night for Teens Where/When: Little Rocky Run HOA (Rec Center #2) 6201 Sandstone Way Clifton Friday Feb.11 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Why Go? What happens at Little Rocky Run stays at Little Rocky Run —Lucky night just for teens to kick back and relax. Price: $10 – tickets available at Little Rocky Run Office (6200 Sandstone Way Clifton) 703-830-0411 or caa@littlerockyrunhoa.org Be My Valentine – Parents Night Out at My Gym When/Where: My Gym (Chantilly) …
