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Weekend Planner: Celebrating Valentine’s Day and Black History Month
Friday, Feb. 10 through Sunday, Feb. 12
Making plans for the weekend? Patch has found a wide variety of local events for the whole family.
Virginia Opera: Orphée by Philip Glass
- Where: GMU Center for the Arts, Fairfax
- When: Friday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m.
- Why Go:
- A modern take on the mythological tale of Orpheus and Eurydice, set to a jazz-inspired score. Arrive at 7:15 for a pre-performance discussion.
- Price:
- Where: Burke Centre Library, Burke; John Marshall Library, Alexandria
- When: Burke Centre, Friday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m.; John Marshall, Saturday, Feb. 11 at 10:30 a.m.
- Why Go: Kids ages 2-3 will learn about love at Burke Centre through stories, music and play.
- John Marshall Library will host entertainers BJ and Cody as they put on a show for kids of all ages. Registration is required for both programs.
- Price: FREE
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- Kingstowne: Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Kings Park: Ongoing Sale
- Lorton: Ongoing Sale
- Martha Washington: Ongoing Sale
- Where: Gadsby’s Tavern, Alexandria
- When: Beginning Saturday, Feb. 11 every 30 minutes from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Why Go: Learn about 18th century swordplay and weaponry, and pracice your newly discovered talents. This family event s most suitable for those in second grade and up. Registration required.
- Price: $6 per person
- Where: Mindful Hands, Alexandria
- When: Saturday, Feb. 11 from 1 – 8 p.m.
- Why Go: Searching for your feline Valentine? This event is presented by Tails High, a local cat rescue nonprofit.
- Where: Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, Alexandria
- When: Saturday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 12 at 3 p.m.
- Why Go: The ASO will perform Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto featuring renowned clarinetist Richard Stoltzman, as well as Mozart’s Requiem.
- Price: Tickets range from $5 - $80
- Where: Green Spring Gardens, Annandale
- When: Sunday, Feb. 12 from 1 – 3 p.m.
- WHy Go: Learn about the history of chocolate, as well as how it is transformed from bean to sweet treat. Indulge in a variety of samples to satisfy your craving. Reservations required.
- Price: $27 per person
- Where: Gunston Hall Plantation, Lorton
- When: Sunday, Feb. 12 at 2 p.m.
- WHy Go: Celebrate Black History Month by learning about a small settlement of fre blacks located on Mason Neck after the Civil War. There will be a film and guest speaker, followed by a sweet potato pie reception.
- Price: Suggested donations - Adults $9; seniors $8 and children 6-8 years of age $5.
- Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton
- When: Sunday, Feb. 12 from 2 – 3 p.m.
- WHy Go: Bring a partner and explore the benefits of two person yoga poses and techniques. Beginners welcome. Reservations required.
- Price: $20 per couple.
- Where: Bishop Ireton High School Theater, Alexandria
- When: Sunday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m.
- Why Go: Enjoy an evening with this popular political satirist troupe while supporting an 8th grade class trip to Puerto Rico.
- Price: Tickets are $40
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