It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do this weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your “done-work-outta-here time”. Check our top picks and activities for this weekend.
1. The Trials of Galileo
Where/When: George Mason University- Theatre Space, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax/Friday, March 25, 8 p.m.
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Why Go: The Trials of Galileo is a dramatic one-man show starring Tim Hardy from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London. For tickets, please send an email to Leticia Moreno at lmoreno1@gmu.edu with "Galileo ticket request" in the subject line.
Pricing: $30
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2. National Capital Cake Show
Where/When: Northern Virginia Community College- Ernst Center, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale/Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, March 27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Why Go: This is the largest most prestigious cake show on the east coast. There will be spectacular cake displays, demonstrations and live cake challenges.
Pricing: $10 for one day admission
Web Site: http://www.cakeshow.org/index.html
3. Workshop: New Trends in Floral Design
Where/When: Northern Virginia Community College, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale/Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m.
Why Go: Floral designer Bruce Nash will teach you new techniques and open your eyes to stunning possibilities. Floral materials and containers are included in the cost of the class. Please call (703) 642-5173 to register.
Pricing: $20
4. Japanese Tea Tasting Party
Where/When: Green Spring Gardens Park, 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria/Sunday, March 26, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Why Go: Celebrate the Cherry Blossom Festival by tasting a selection of some of the finest green teas. Learn about Japanese tea culture as you learn how to steep the perfect cup of tea.
Pricing: $22
Registration Web Site: http://parktakes.fairfaxcounty.gov/rev1_coursedetail.asp?subject=Tasting+Party%3A+Teas+of+Japan+%2813-Adult%29+&facility2=9999&view_records=SEARCH+SCHEDULE&day=9999&LOC=M290&TRM=11SP&CDE=2902885901
5. Race to Nowhere
Where/When: 8304 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield/Sunday, March, 27, 7 p.m.
Why Go: A compelling documentary on the high-pressure culture that is present in our schools and how it is leaving our nation’s children stressed out and unprepared.
Pricing: $10
Ticket Web Site: http://rtnpriceofpeace.eventbrite.com/
