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It is almost Valentine’s Day and love and culture are in the air. We have found events this weekend that will make the whole family fall in love, with fun!
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Teen Valentine’s Day Dance
Where/When: The Bailey's Community Center at 5920 Summers Lane in
Falls Church // February 11 from 7:30 - 10:30pm
Why Go: There will be a dance-off, DJ and refreshments! Teens ages 13 to 17 are invited to dress to impress in their best black and white outfits.
Pricing: Only $5! To register or for more information, please call 703-931-7027, TTY 711
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Where/When: 269 Sunset Park Dr, Herndon // Saturday, February 12 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Sunday, February 13 at 2 p.m.
Why Go: The play opens with Goldilocks at The Enchanted Forest Kiddie Camp. The other children tease her about her "not so gold" hair so she runs away. This play will teach children about tolerance and diversity.
Pricing: Tickets are $7.
Website: http://www.eldenstreetplayers.org/YoungAudiences/CurrentSeason/Goldilocks.htm
8th Annual Lunar New Year celebration at Fair Oaks Mall
Where/When: The Grand Court in Fair Oaks Mall at 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax // February 12 to 13 from 1-5 p.m.
Why Go: The whole family will enjoy watching 200 performers from 11 countries ring in the "Year of the Rabbit, 4709." The Washington Hai Hua Community Center has lined up singers, dancers and various artists along with kung fu demonstrations, a lantern festival and other cultural activities.
Pricing: This event is free and open to all. For more information, contact customer service at (703) 359-8301.
Chinese New Year Festival
Where/When: Luther Jackson Middle School, 3020 Gallows Road, Falls Church // Saturday February 12 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Why Go: There will be live cultural performances including the famous DRAGON and LION dance. Experience Asian cuisine and enjoy workshops on Chinese cooking techniques and crafts.
Pricing: Admission is free. For more information please call (703) 868-1509 or visit http://www.chinesenewyearfestival.org/
My Winter Valentine
Where/When: Kings Park Library at 9000 Burke Lake Road
Burke // February 14 at 10:30am
Why Go: Bring your little Valentine to listen to stories and sing songs about love presented by Barbara Effron of Storytime Express. This event is for children ages 3 to 5 and their parents.
Pricing: Free. To register go to http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/events/
