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Saturday, February 16, 2013

Weekend Planner: George Washington's Birthday, 'Sleeping Beauty,' Mardi Gras Jazz

What's there to do this weekend around Northern Virginia? Plenty!

The weekend is almost here — got plans? There are lots of things to do for the whole family. We've gathered up some suggestions here from indoor swimming to jazz concerts. TGIF! Escape to the Big Easy for Mardi Gras! Join the “second line” (a New Orleans brass band parade tradition!) as the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra celebrates the birthplace of jazz. These first-rate jazz musicians from the D.C. area bring audiences to their feet in enthusiastic ovations whenever they perform their swinging interpretations of the great jazz classics. Artistic Director Jim Carroll has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, Royal Albert Hall, Apollo Theatre, and the White House. A versatile …

Saturday, January 26, 2013

Sunday Planner: Crafts Show, Winter Wildlife, More

Lots to do Sunday, Jan. 27.

  Agatha Christie's "The Unexpected Guest" Through the Camera’s Eye: Winter Wildlife Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Not Groundhog Day Again!: 

Friday, January 18, 2013

Weekend Planner: Home Show, Symphony, 'Little Mermaid'

Events take place Friday, Jan. 18 to Sunday, Jan. 20.

Looking to get out and about this weekend? We've got you covered with plenty of doings for the whole family, from Friday to Sunday. Know of a great weekend event? Add it in the Comments box below!

Saturday, January 12, 2013

Weekend Planner: Artwork, Wine and Garden Design

Lots to do Friday, Jan. 11-Sunday, Jan. 13!

(Editor's note: We updated the Barns of Wolf Trap address. It is 1635 Trap Road in Vienna.) The weather Saturday and Sunday is supposed to be gorgeous (after possible showers Friday night) with highs in the 60s. Get out and have some fun! If you know of an event we haven't listed here, feel free to list it in the comments box below.  Dulles Expo Center, South Hall, 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly Day/Time: Friday Noon-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $10 adults; ages 16 and younger admitted free Everything you ever wanted to know about camping, under one roof! Virginia State Park offers seminars throughout the weekend. Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton Day/Time: Saturday, 6-9 p.m. Phone…

Friday, January 4, 2013

Weekend Planner: Flea Market, Shrek and the Last of the Christmas Lights

This weekend should be fun.

Got plans? Here are a few events coming up this weekend: Bull Run Festival of Lights Agatha Christie's "The Unexpected Guest" ICE! featuring DreamWorks' Shrek the Halls The Great Chair Challenge Know about some other events? Feel free to add them in the Comments box below!

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Weekend Planner: Ice Skating, Holiday Lights and Bingo

Friday, Dec. 21 through Sunday, Dec. 23

Making plans for the weekend?  Check out our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday.   Christmas at Mount Vernon   Bull Run Festival of Lights   Bingo   Cool Cow Comedy   Indoor Ice Skating   Crafts for Kids   Children’s Theatre: A Magical Christmas   American Festival Pops Orchestra – Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season    GSVFD Bingo   Library Events:   Nature Highlights:

Saturday, December 15, 2012

Sunday Planner: Concerts, Jewelry and Ebenezer Scrooge

Things to do Sunday, Dec. 16

  Take a look at Patch’s list of local events happening Sunday.  International Gem and Jewelry Show   Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre presents A Christmas Carol   The Little Theatre of Alexandria presents A Christmas Carol    Colonial English Handbell Ringers: 12 Ringers Ringing Peace & Harmony   Ladies Tea   Leahy: A Leahy Family Christmas   Holiday Shops and Craft Fairs:   Library Events:   Nature Highlights: 

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Hey! Don't forget to include info about the Brunch With Santa at Lorton Station Town Center this upcoming Sunday, Dec. 23rd at Pane e Vino and Fireside Grill from 11 am to 1 pm!!!   more ›

Friday, December 7, 2012

Weekend Planner: Holiday Shows, Cultural Celebrations and More

Friday, Dec. 7 through Sunday, Dec. 9

The holiday season is in full swing with a variety of local events happening this Friday through Sunday.   Annandale Holiday Lighting Ceremony   Del Ray Holiday Tree Lighting and Luminaries   Rockapella: A Rockapella Holiday    Drumming with Dishes: The Holiday Edition   Celtic Christmas 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run   Super Science Saturday   Holiday Ice Show   Plantation Christmas   Punjabi Masti 2012   Jane Austen’s Regency Christmas   All I Want for Christmas   Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours   Mason Symphony Orchestra and Choruses: Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along!   Holiday Shops and Craft Fairs:   Library Events:   Nature Highlights:

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Sunday Planner: Trains, Toys and Puppets

Fun events for you and your family Sunday, Dec. 2

Check out Patch’s list of local events happening Sunday.     Holiday Model Train Display and Show Toys for Tots Benefit Square Dance   Holiday Shops and Craft Fairs:   Library Events:   Nature Highlights:

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Weekend Planner: Dancing, Live Theater and Stand-Up Comedy

Friday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov. 18

Making plans for the weekend?  Take a look at Patch’s list of events happening locally this Friday through Sunday.   Jokeslingers Comedy Tour   MVCCT presents: Oklahoma!   Hope for Help 5K   Run for Shelter 5K and 10K   Suspicious Cheese Lords Concert   Date Night: Ballroom Social Dance   Fairfax Symphony Orchestra Concert   Needlework Workshop   CROP Hunger Walk   Snowflake Stampede   Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel: Claude Debussy – Clair de Lune and Beyond   Library Events:   Nature Highlights:

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