Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. Cool Cow Stand-Up Comedy Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, Oct. 26 at 8 and 10 p.m. Why Go: Featuring stand-up comedians Danny Rouhier and Jared Stern. Due to the nature of the material, this show is intended for adults only. Price: Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door Into the Woods Where: GMU Center for the Arts, Fairfax When: Friday, Oct. 26 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 27 at 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 28 at 4 p.m. Why Go: In this popular Stephen Sondheim …
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. Fall for the Book Festival Where: Various locations in Northern Virginia, as well as Washington D.C. and Maryland When: Now through Sunday, Sept. 30 (see Web site for full schedule) Why Go: This popular annual event will feature author appearances, book sales and swaps, poetry readings, award presentations and more. Price: FREE Cool Cow Stand-Up Comedy Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, Sept. 28 at 8 and 10 p.m. Why Go: Featuring stand-up comedians Nick Vatterott and Emily …
Wondering what to do with your weekend? Patch has got you covered with 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 …
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 this local barbershop group at an outdoor evening concert. Price: FREE Jokeslingers Comedy Tour Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, August 17 and Saturday, August 18 at 8 p.m. and 10 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 Sunday plans. 64th Annual Fairfax County 4-H Fair and Farm Show Where: Frying Pan Farm Park, Herndon When: Saturday, August 4 from 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Sunday, August 5 from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Limited hours and events on Friday, August 3.) Why Go: This event involves 4-H participants from all over Fairfax County. Featuring classic fair attractions such as carnival rides, food and exhibits. Enjoy a special “Sneak Peek” Friday, August 3 with rides, games and an outdoor showing of the movie Cars 2 after dark. Price: …
Wondering what to do with your weekend? Let Patch help you plan with our list of local events happening this Friday through Monday. Knights of Columbus BINGO Night Where: Mount Vernon Knights of Columbus #5998, Alexandria When: Friday, July 27 – Early Bird Games at 7 p.m.; Regular Games at 8 p.m. Why Go: The Mount Vernon Knights of Columbus hosts BINGO on Wednesday and Friday evenings. Refreshments will also be available for purchase at the snack bar. Price: See website for details Live Stand Up Comedy Night Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton When: Friday, July 27 at 8 p.m. Why Go: …
Patch has listed a variety of local events from which to choose as you make weekend plans! 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) Why Go: This popular…
Wondering what to do this weekend? Let Patch help you plan with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. Mammal Mania Where: Hidden Pond Nature Center, Springfield/Burke When: Friday, July 13 from 4 to 5 p.m. Why Go: Children ages 6 to 8 will learn about foxes, coyotes and bobcats, and what makes them such great predators. Price: $5/child. Register online. For information call 703-451-9588. 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…
Patch has found a variety of local indoor and outdoor activities to keep you busy this weekend. Free Kids Workshop Where: Home Depot (see website for locations) When: Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. – Noon Why Go: Home Depot provides free workshops for kids age 5 – 12 on the first Saturday of each month. This month’s project is a working model of a Penske moving truck. Participants will also receive an apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. Price: FREE Plantation Sleuth: Architecture Antics Where: Gunston Hall, Lorton When: Saturday, July 7 from 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Why Go…
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of events happening locally this Friday through Monday. Potomac Arts Academy Summer Jazz Workshop Concert Where: 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 Movies Where: 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 …
Summer officially begins with a weekend full of local events. 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 person; children 6…
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. Know of something we missed? Tell us in the comments! 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…
Patch has found a variety of local events for you to choose from this Memorial Day Weekend. Mulan Jr. Where: Burke Community Church, Burke When: Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: The Northern Virginia Players are comprised of DC area home-schooled students, and their spring production is based on the Disney animated film Mulan. A percentage of the Memorial Day weekend proceeds will go to the Wounded Warrior Project. Price: Tickets at the door are $12 Sunset Celebration at Mount Vernon Where: George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria When: Friday, May 25 through …
Check out Patch’s list of local events to enjoy this Friday through Sunday, the third week of May. Classy Kids Consignment Where: 10360 Fairfax Blvd (Route 50/29) in the Fairfax Shopping Center When: Friday, May 18, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (25% off selected items); Saturday, May 19, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. (50% off selected items); Sunday, May 20, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (Dollar Dash Day-- Everything is only $1) Why Go: Unbelievable deals! Price: Admission is FREE. Family Movie Night on the Green Where: Top Golf, Alexandria When: Friday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Why Go: You and the kids will enjoy the family-friendly …
Making special plans with mom this weekend? Patch has found lots of ways to help you celebrate Mother’s Day with events in our local area. 2012 Car Show at George Mason University Where: GMU Field House Parking Lot, Fairfax When: Saturday, May 12 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Rain date is Sunday, May 13) Why Go: Come and check out the display or register your own car, truck or motorcycle in this year’s show. The first 100 vehicles registered will receive a commemorative dash plaque. Price: Vehicle registration is $15 Studio 3 Theatre for Young Audiences presents: Rapunzel Where: Workhouse Arts …
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of events happening locally this Friday through Sunday. The Wizard of Oz Where: West Springfield High School When: May 4 & 5 at 7 p.m.; May 5 at 2 p.m. Why Go: It's the theatre department's spring production, and features special flying effects are produced by ZFX Flying Effects, Inc. Price: Tickets for the evening performances are $10 general admission. Children age six and under and senior citizens may purchase discount tickets to the evening shows. Tickets for Saturday's matinee are $8 general admission for all ages. This performance …
What will you do this weekend? Check out our list of local events happening 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 Ram-Rebuy Community-Wide Yard Sale Where: Robinson Secondary School, Fairfax When: Saturday, April 21, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Why: "One man's trash is another man's treasure." Hosted by Robinson Leadership Training, sale that will include food, music and area …
Families need time to get away from the daily routine and enjoy a special event. Here are a few to choose from this weekend. Silent Auction & Basket Raffle When: Friday, April 13, 5 p.m. Where: Laurel Ridge Elementary School, 10110 Commonwealth Blvd, Fairfax Why go: More than $17,000 worth of items. The silent auction brochure is available online. Price: Admission is free. All proceeds benefit Laurel Ridge Elementary School's PTA programs. An Evening with Carrie Newcomer When: Friday, April 13, 7 p.m. Where: Burke Presbyterian Church Why go: Singer-songwriter Carrie Newcomer has been …
