Community Corner
Toby Mac in Concert, a Blizzard of Books and Battle of the Greeks
Here's your weekend planner.
Wondering what to do and where to go? Here's a few suggestions:
Where/When? GMU Patriot Center, Saturday Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.
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Why Go? Uplifting music from Grammy-nominated Christian recording artist Toby Mac, with his special guests Brandon Heath and House of Heroes on their Winter Wonder Slam tour
Pricing? $15 to $50
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When/Where? Patriot Center, Thursday Feb. 24 at 7 p.m.
Why Go? Fast paced basketball in a rowdy house with a winning team.
Pricing? Varies – start at $20.85
Where/When?on Thursday, Feb. 24, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why go? So many books (for children and adults) at such great prices. Support the Friends of Burke Center Library and re-stock your shelves.
Pricing? Most paperbacks 50 cents to $1; hardbacks $2, children's $1, better books are specially priced.
When/Where? Dulles Expo Center on Friday Feb25 (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.), Saturday Feb 26 (9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 27 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Why Go? Inspiration for when spring finally gets here. In addition to an exhibit hall full of products and ideas, the main stage has a full day’s worth of speakers and experts.
Pricing? $13, but discounts if you purchase tickets online
Ballroom Dance Party (and stress relief)
When/Where? The Ballroom on Friday Feb 25 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. (optional class starts at 8:15 p.m.)
Why Go? Let’s see: Practice dancing, meet people, burn calories, shimmy off stress. Plus smoke-free and light refreshments are served.
Pricing? Dance Party only/ $10, Dance Class and Dance Party/ $20
Where/When? GMU Center for Performing Arts Saturday Feb. 26 at 6:00 p.m.
Why Go? The Annual George Mason University National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show is going to be an evening of emmerse rhythms. This showcase of the Divine Nine historically Black Greek lettered fraternities and sororities is sure to be a show filled with culture and entertainment.
Pricing: $15, purchase online or at the door
NPHC Step Show 6 p.m.
Ice Skating (while we still can!)
Where/When Harris Pavilion (9201 Center St Manassas) 3-10Friday 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. 12-10 Saturday 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (call to confirm 703. 361-9800)
Reston Town Center ( 1818 Discover Street, Reston) Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (call to confirm: 703. 703.709.6300)
Why Go? Outdoor ice skating doesn’t last forever and the season is almost over. Take a spin around the ice and show off your double-lutz.
Pricing Harris Pavilion $7 adults, kids under 10 $6 skate rental $3 Reston Town Center $9 adults kids under 12 $7 rental $4
