What will you do this weekend? Let Patch help you plan with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. Funny Money Where: Little Theatre of Alexandria When: Wednesday through Saturday shows at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. (now through Sept. 29) Why Go: This British stage comedy by Ray Cooney is about a man who mistakenly picks up a briefcase full of cash. Price: Tickets are $17 - $20 Capital Home Show Where: Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly When: Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22 from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Why Go: You’ll find …
Patch has found a wide variety of events for you to choose from as you make your weekend plans.MPAT presents “13 the Musical”Where: Lake Braddock Secondary School, Burke When: Friday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 8 at 4 and 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Metropolitan Performing Arts Theatre presents this comedy rock musical featuring the ups and downs of teenage life. Price: Tickets range from $13 - $15 (plus service fees) United States Air Force Band “Singing Sergeants”Where: Annandale United Methodist Church and Burke United Methodist Church When: Annandale - Friday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Burke…
Make the most of your Labor Day weekend by checking out these events happening locally this Friday through Monday.Big Chalk DrawWhere: Art at the Center, Alexandria When: Friday, August 31 from 8 – 10 a.m. Why Go: This annual event turns a parking lot into a giant canvas. School supplies and backpack donations will be accepted for Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services. Price: FREE Cole Brothers Circus of the StarsWhere: Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville When: Multiple showtimes Friday, August 31 through Monday, September 3 Why Go: Excitement under the big top will include live animals…
Wondering what to do with your weekend? Patch has compiled a variety of local events happening this Friday through Sunday.Cool Cow Stand-Up Comedy Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, August 24 at 8 p.m. Why Go: Featuring comedians Randolph Terrance, Tim Miller and Andy Kline. Hosted by Rahmein Mostafavi. For ages 18 and up. Price: Tickets are $15 Ice Cream Making Demonstrations Where: George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria When: Saturday, August 25 from 10 a.m. - Noon Why Go: Watch costumed staff create one of George Washington’s favorite desserts using period tools and…
Making weekend plans? Take a look at our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday.Alexandria Harmonizers Concert Where: Alexandria City Hall Market Square, Alexandria When: Friday, August 17 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy the sounds of his local barbershop group at an outdoor evening concert Price: FREE Jokeslingers Comedy Tour Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, Aug. 17 and Saturday, Aug. 18 at 8:00 p.m. and 10:0 p.m. Why Go: Featuring stand-up comedians Alex Moore, Brian Kerns and Adam Dodd. For ages 18 and up. Price: Tickets are $20 Alexandria and the War of …
Patch has found a variety of events for you to choose from as you make your weekend plans.Sky-Watching and Meteor Shower Where: Cub Run RECenter, Chantilly When: Friday, August 10 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Bring lawn chairs and blankets to watch the Perseid meteor shower from the grounds of Cub Run RECenter. Ask questions and learn about the night sky from naturalists on site. For ages 5 and up. Price: $4 per person – Registration Required Super Science Saturdays - Helicopters Where: Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly When: Saturday, August 11 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Why Go: For one day only …
Patch has found a variety of events for you to choose from as you make your weekend plans.2012 Judith Lapple Summer Woodwind Showcase Concert Where: GMU Center for the Arts, Fairfax When: Friday, August 3 at 7 p.m. Why Go: This public performance is the culmination of a two-week woodwind camp. The concert will feature John Mackey’s Redline Tango, Joaquin Rodrigo’s Adagio for Wind Orchestra, Eric Whitacre’s Equus and more. Price: Admission is $15 Ghost Trackers at Cabell’s Mill Where: Cabell’s Mill, Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, Chantilly When: Friday, August 3 at 10 p.m. Why Go: Visit a …
Patch has found a wide variety of local events for you to choose from as you make plans for the upcoming weekend.Mount Vernon Swing Band presents Third Friday Dancing Where: Hollin Hall Senior Center, Alexandria When: Friday, July 20 from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy an evening of swing dancing and light refreshments. This event is open to ALL in the community. Price: $4 per person Encore Stage and Studio presents The Pirates of Penzance Where: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, Arlington When: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. (Shows through July 29) …
Wondering what's up this weekend? Let Patch help you plan with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday.Steamy Action Movie Marathon Where: Del Ray Artisans, Alexandria When: Friday, July 13 starting at 9 p.m. Why Go: Get ready for a full night of action movies, featuring “The Core,” “When Time Ran Out…” and “Sunshine.” Bring your own beanbag, pillows or cushions to make yourself comfortable. Price: Suggested $10 donation per person Collectors Showcase of America Where: Dulles Expo and Conference Center, Chantilly When: Friday, July 13 from 2 – 8 p.m.; Saturday, July …
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of events happening locally this Friday through Monday.Potomac Arts Academy Summer Jazz Workshop ConcertWhere: GMU Center for the Arts, Fairfax When: Friday, June 29 at 1 p.m. Why Go: This week long jazz camp culminates in a concert performance open to the public. Price: FREE Friday Knit at the MoviesWhere: fibre space, Alexandria When: Friday, June 29 at 6 p.m. Why Go: Bring your current knit or crochet project and watch the movie Jaws with fellow crafters. Price: FREE 2012 Serenade! Festival “Opening Celebration”Where: St. Paul’s …
Got any plans this weekend? If not, check out the following events in the area! Alexandria Citizens Band Concert Where: Market Square, Alexandria When: Friday, June 22 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: This organization is celebrating 100 years with free summer concerts in front of Alexandria’s City Hall. Price: FREE Cinema Under the Stars Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, June 22 and Saturday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: On Friday families will enjoy the 80’s adventure film “The Goonies”. Saturday night’s special feature is a sing-a-long with the 70’s classic “Grease”. Price: $5 per …
Let Patch help you plan some special time with Dad this Father’s Day weekend. Father’s Day Golf Tournament Where: Burke Lake Golf Course, Fairfax Station When: Saturday, June 16 from 8 a.m. – Noon (Rain date is June 25) Why Go: Divisions include Father/Jr. 7 – 12; Father/Jr. 13 – 17; and Father/Adult Partner. All divisions will award prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Price: $60 per team (includes lunch) – Registration Required Arcadia Family Fun Day Where: Woodlawn Plantation, Alexandria When: Saturday, June 16 from 1 – 5 p.m. (Rain date is June 17) Why Go: Visit Historic Woodlawn …
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of the top events happening locally this Friday through Sunday.Burke Centre Family Fun Night Where: Burke Centre Ball Field, Burke When: Friday, June 8 starting at 6:30 p.m. (Rain Date: June 10) Why Go: A family-friendly event featuring live music, food and a movie under the stars. Price: Admission is FREE A Night at the Races – Fostering the Future Cruise Where: Cherry Blossom Paddleboat, Old Town Alexandria When: Friday, June 8 from 7 – 10 p.m. Why Go: All proceeds from this annual event will benefit The Fund for Alexandria’s Child. Price…
There are plenty of local events to choose from this weekend, including the start of the Fairfax County Summer Entertainment Series. First Friday at the Workhouse Arts Center Where: The Workhouse, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton When: Friday, June 1, 2012 Why Go: "Urban Decay 3", on display from June 1-24, is the third exhibition that focuses on the aesthetic of street art, urban culture and new contemporary ideologies within the modern art world. New contemporary emerging artists will be showcased alongside professional artists that have grown in popularity through common and distinct art practices…
Patch has found a variety of local events for you to choose from this Memorial Day Weekend. Sunset Celebration at Mount Vernon Where: George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria When: Friday, May 25 through Sunday, May 27 from 6 – 9 p.m. Why Go: Enjoy an evening on the grounds of Mount Vernon with music, dancing, games, and wagon rides. Food and wine will be available for purchase. Price: Adults $18; Children ages 6 – 11 $12; 5 and under are free Legally Blonde: The Musical Where: John Calvin Presbyterian Church, Annandale When: Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: KMT …
Check out Patch’s list of the top events happening in our local area this Friday through Sunday. Kids to Parks Day Where: Mason Neck State Park, Lorton When: Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Why Go: Park staff will offer a variety of activities designed to encourage kids and their families to visit local state parks. Events scheduled to include: Pond Patrol, Whimmy Diddles, Hiking Helpers and more. Price: Weekend parking fee is $4 per vehicle Youth Arts Celebration Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Saturday, May 19 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Why Go: A day of family-friendly …
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of events happening locally this Friday through Sunday. The Pirates of Penzance Where: Lazy Susan Dinner Theater, Lorton When: Evening and matinee performances now through July 8 Why Go: Enjoy cocktails and a dinner buffet, followed by this popular musical stage comedy. Price: $41.95 for ages 16 and up weekdays and Sundays; $44.95 for ages 16 and up Saturdays; $35 for youth ages 11-15; $25 for children 10 and under Spring for Alexandria 2012 Where: Various Locations, Alexandria When: Friday, May 4 Why Go: Join your neighbors in helping …
Not sure what to do this weekend? Check out Patch’s list of events happening in our area this Friday through Sunday. The Pirates of Penzance Where: Lazy Susan Dinner Theater, Lorton When: Evening and matinee performances now through July 8 Why Go: Enjoy cocktails and a dinner buffet, followed by this popular musical stage comedy. Price: $41.95 for ages 16 and up weekdays and Sundays; $44.95 for ages 16 and up Saturdays; $35 for youth ages 11-15; $25 for children 10 and under Mount Vernon Spring Garden Sale Where: George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria When: Now through May 20 from 10…
What will you do this weekend? Check out our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. U.S. Navy Band Chamber Ensemble Where: Annandale United Methodist Church, Annandale When: Friday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: The Harbor Winds Clarinet Quartet’s repertoire features a variety of music, from classical to jazz. Price: FREE NOVA Annandale Symphony Orchestra Spring Awakening Concert Where: Ernst Community Cultural Center, NOVA Annandale Campus When: Friday, April 20 at 8 p.m. Why Go: Featuring selections by Mendelssohn, Bizet, Tchaikovsky, Grieg, and more. Price: …
Got any plans this holiday weekend? Choose from our list of recommended events to make the most of it. The Pirates of Penzance Where: Lazy Susan Dinner Theater, Lorton When: Evening and matinee performances now through July 8 Why Go: Enjoy cocktails and a dinner buffet, followed by this popular musical stage comedy. Price: $41.95 for ages 16 and up weekdays and Sundays; $44.95 for ages 16 and up Saturdays; $35 for youth ages 11-15; $25 for children 10 and under Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Fully Charged Where: GMU Patriot Center, Fairfax When: Multiple show times now through April 15 …
