Get Out: Weekend Planner

• When: Friday, 7 p.m.
• Where: Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Rd., Lorton
• What:  Urban Decay Artist Gregg Deal presents his alternative means to creating, producing, marketing, and selling art work in a digital age.
• Cost: The event is free but reservations are required. Add a light dinner for $5 and drinks will be available at a cash bar.

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• When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Where: 125 Mill St., Occoquan
• What: The 2011 Occoquan Spring Arts and Craft Show will be held on the streets of Occoquan’s Historic District, featuring crafters and artisans from the area and across the country.

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• When: Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon
• Where: 10207 Old Colchester Rd., Lorton
• What: Help tie the new hiking-biking trail into the trailhead at Old Colchester Road by raking, cutting roots and landscaping. Wear work boots or sturdy, closed-toe footwear and outdoor work clothes and bring a water bottle. Gloves, bug spray, tools and food will be provided.

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• When: Saturday, 4 p.m.
• Where: Pohick Church, 9301 Richmond Highway, Lorton
• What: Sing hymns and hear the Choir of Pohick, the Pohick Bell Choir, the Pohick Pickers, the St. Cecelia St. Alban Choir and the St. Francis Choir in concert.

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• When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Where: 7500 Accotink Park Rd., Springfield
• What: The Cardboard Boat Regatta takes place at Lake Accotink Park at 2 p.m. Whether you’re racing or just watching, it’s fun to see who will sink or float. Vendors will be selling food.
  • Cost: There will be a one-day parking fee due to anticipated crowds. Or park just outside the park entrance and take a free shuttle bus from noon to 6 p.m.