Thursday, April 17, 2025
Garden Tours
Visitors can plan self-guided tours of the region’s most splendid gardens, including these not-to-miss sites (check with the individual gardens for hours of operation):
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, a 90-acre oasis featuring more than 100 cherry trees surrounding a lovely lake, plus an extensive shade garden, native wildflowers, gazebos, birds, butterflies, seasonal blooms and the very unique Korean Bell Garden.
Green Spring Gardens, an outdoor classroom, national historic site, and museum featuring a wooded stream, a valley with ponds, a native plant garden, over 20 thematic demonstration gardens, and a greenhouse filled with tropical plants.
River Farm, a historic 25-acre site on the banks of the Potomac River that was once part of George Washington’s original five farms and is now the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society.
George Washington’s Mount Vernon, the home to America’s first president, features four bountiful gardens to explore and enjoy. In addition, experience wide-open spaces, wooded landscapes, and a quarter-mile-long forest trail – not to mention the vast educational resources available on site.
Softball Players Wanted!
The Golden Girls of Northern Virginia, a senior women’s softball league, is looking for players. Women over 40 and all skill levels welcome. They play most Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings in Vienna from May-July and September-October. For more information, visit goldengirls.org.
Plant a Tree
The McLean Trees Foundation, Neighborhood Trees Program, wants to help you plant a native tree in your yard. Don’t know how to plant a tree but want to support the environmental health of your community? Want your family to have the experience of planting a tree? If you live in McLean, Virginia, the McLean Trees Foundation (MTF) (a local nonprofit) will help you select an appropriate native tree for your property, deliver the tree to your yard, help you plant it, provide information on maintenance, and even check back with you a few months after planting to see how your tree is doing. If you are interested in participating in this terrific program to boost our native tree canopy in McLean, please visit our website at https://www.mcleantreesfoundation.org/neighborhood-tree-program and submit your application! A modest fee of $100 is assessed to cover the costs of the program (limit one 6-7 foot tree in 15 gallon container per household). We have a separate program for those who are interested in spearheading a community tree planting campaign in their neighborhood. MTF’s Tree Champion program makes it easy to help your neighbors plant more trees! For more information, visit the website at https://www.mcleantreesfoundation.org/tree-champions-program .
Now Thru May 3
Investigating Identity – A Student Exhibit. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. At Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. What happens when young artists turn the mirror inward? Investigating Identity invites you into a deeply personal and powerful
exhibition of work from emerging artists at George Mason University and
Northern Virginia Community College. From painting and mixed media to sculpture and photography, the exhibition reflects the complexity of identity in today’s world—touching
on themes of race, gender, belief, and belonging, while also exploring
personal journeys of artistic growth and transformation. Visit the website:
https://www.workhousearts.org/calendar/investigating-identity-exhibition
Now Thru April 27
A Life in Art Exhibit by Sandra Dovberg. At Reston Art Gallery, 11400 Washington Plaza W # B, Reston. From realistic paintings to abstract compositions, sculptures, ceramics, three-dimensional wall hangings, art objects, and one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry designs, Sandra Dovberg has done it all. Her exhibit, A Life In Art, is currently on display at the Reston Art Gallery through April 27. Visitors are invited to a special “Meet the Artist” event on April 27, where art lovers can connect with Sandra, explore her work, and hear about her prolific life dedicated to the arts. Visit www.sandracdovbergart.com
Now Thru June 9
Required Reading: A Visual Poetry Exhibition on Language
& Silence. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. At Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. "What happens when words are rearranged, erased, or transformed into
something new? Required Reading is an exhibition that challenges the
limits of language, bringing together eight artists who break
traditional communication structures and invite the viewer into an
unexpected dialogue. Visit the website https://www.workhousearts.org/required-reading-exhibit
Now Thru May 3
Exhibition: Appearance. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. At Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Muse Gallery, Building W-16, Lorton. Reception: April 12, 6-8 p.m. What does it mean to appear? A fleeting reflection in the mirror, the way we present ourselves to the world, or something more mysterious—an idea surfacing, an object taking new form, a presence felt but unseen? Visit the website:
https://www.workhousearts.org/calendar/appearance-exhibition
Thursday/April 17
“The Spongebob Musical: Live On Stage!” 1 p.m. At McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. SpongeBob fans young and old, join the spring break fun at Bikini Bottom! Catchy songs and fun characters create a theatrical party full of heart and humor, where the power of optimism really can save the world. Rated TV-G, runtime 114 minutes. Family friendly. Specially designed for families with young children.
April 18 to May 4
”Decision Height.” 8 p.m. At Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry Street, SE, Vienna. This award-winning show explores the essential role that Women Army Service Pilots (WASP) played in World War II and the camaraderie they shared. Show times are 8 p.m. on the following Fridays and Saturdays: April 18-19, April 25-26 and May 2-3. Matinee performances begin at 2 p.m. on Sundays, April 27 and May 4. Tickets may be purchased online at www.viennava.gov/webtrac or in person at Vienna Community Center.
Friday/April 18
Learning at Lunch: Workhouse to ARC. 12-1 p.m. At Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. How Did the Workhouse Become ARC? A Lunchtime Look at Arts, Community & Transformation in the DMV. Join them for an engaging session discussing the transition from Workhouse to ARC. Learn about the transformative journey, gain valuable insights, and connect with like-minded individuals. Visit
https://www.workhousearts.org/calendar/learning-at-lunch-workhouse-to-arc
Saturday/April 19
Spring Community Parking Lot Sale. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. At McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. Shoppers will find bargains galore at this community sale of more than 50 sellers, including a limited number of commercial venders and flea market dealers. The sale offers a wide variety of new and gently used household goods, electronics, furniture, clothes, appliances, “attic treasures” and other items suitable for every budget. Check out the Kids’ Corner, a special area of the sale where children ages 3-15 can increase their math and entrepreneurial skills while selling toys, clothes, games and other items.
Saturday/April 19
Patriot’s Day Event. 12 noon. At the grounds of Freeman House, 131 Church Street, NE, Vienna. The Fairfax Resolves Chapter of the Virginia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (VASSAR) and the Fairfax County Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) are co-hosting the annual Patriot's Day event. There will be a color guard and readings of accounts from both British and colonist sources of the skirmish at Lexington and Concord, MA that occurred exactly 250 years ago.
Saturday/April 19
Easter at The Perch. At Capital One Center, Tysons. Guests can enjoy the ultimate Easter Egg Hunt with 3,000 eggs at The Perch – a 3 acre sky park 11 stories in the sky with sweeping views of Tysons. Event activities will include a petting zoo with alpacas, bunnies and baby goats, a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny, and special experiences from Capital One Center partners — including free manicures from Nothing in Between, a pop-up of Flore Cafe serving festive hot chocolate, coffee, and artisan gelato, and Capital One Hall’s pop-up box office offering fee-free tickets.
Wednesday/April 23
Senior Safety Summit. 10 a.m.-Noon. McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean. Join the McLean Citizens Association, Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, and the Fairfax County Police Department to learn about public safety. Topics will include community risk reduction, search and rescue, financial crimes against senior citizens, crime prevention and safety, emergency preparedness, and the Silver Shield Anti-Scam Campaign. No registration needed.
Wednesday/April 23
Ageless Wisdom — Timeless Purpose: How Senior Sages Can Access and Use Your Life & Soul Wisdom. 7-8 p.m. At Reston Library, Reston. Led by Patty Hagan, CEO of Lighthouse Coaching. Learn to see aging as a superpower, reclaim your right to dream, and step into your role as Wisdom Keeper. Visit Ageless Wisdom – Timeless Purpose: How Senior Sages Can Access and Use Your Life & Soul Wisdom - Fairfax Library Calendar - Library Home
April 23 to 27
George Mason Friends Book Sale. At George Mason Regional Library, 7001 Little River Turnpike, Annandale. Preview sale, Wednesday, 5-8 p.m. Entry fee $20/adult. General sale, Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., free. Browse a wide variety of used books, CDs, and DVDs. For more details, visit georgemasonfriends.blogspot. com or call 703-813-6616.
Wednesday/April 23
The Hot Lanes. 7 p.m. At Centreville High School, Centreville. Join The Hot Lanes at the Centreville Jazz Ensemble concert.
Wednesday/April 23
Senior Movie Day. 10 a.m. At Movie theater at Reston Town Center. Featuring “Elvis.” Reston Association presents Senior Movie Day. Join us on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Coffee, donuts and OJ are provided, and door prizes are distributed prior to the movie.
Thursday/April 24
Green Expo. 7-9 p.m. At Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry Street, SE, Vienna. More than three dozen local exhibitors will be on hand to offer resources and information on everything from sustainable landscaping, composting, recycling, and water conservation to raising chickens, bee keeping, and more. Favorites returning include an outdoor exhibit of sheep and lambs sponsored by Lamb Mowers, and wildlife experts from the nonprofit volunteer group Secret Garden Birds & Bees who will show live birds of prey, such as owls and hawks. Visit www.viennava.gov/GreenExpo.
Friday/April 25
Family Fun Bingo. 7-9:30 p.m. At McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. Due to construction at the Old Firehouse, this event will be held at MCC.
Join in an evening of fun and excitement! Everyone can enjoy free popcorn, and winners will take their pick of prizes! Preregistration is recommended.
Saturday/April 26
Town of Clifton’s 123rd Birthday Celebration. 4-9 p.m. At The Red Barn, Clifton. Good eats and good times around the fire pit; cornhole, wiffle ball and games for the kids; acoustic guitar music provided by Dave Nemetz.
Saturday/April 26
RA’s Community Yard Sale. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. At 12010 Sunrise Valley Drive (Near the Reston Wegmans).
Saturday/April 26
Park Clean-Up. 10 a.m. – noon. At Lewinsville Park, 1659 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. Join MCC’s youth board members and Youth Ambassadors for a cleanup at Lewinsville Park. Whether you’re looking to earn volunteer hours or simply want to give back to your community, this is the perfect chance to help. Meet up on the porch of the house at the back of the park. Follow the main path from the parking lot to the tennis courts. Presidential Volunteer service hours will be available.
Saturday/April 26
DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. At Vienna Police Department, 215 Center Street, South, Vienna. The Vienna Police Department will have a collection site for old, expired, unused, or unwanted medications. Prescription medications, controlled or non-controlled substances, and over-the-counter drugs may be turned in anonymously at the collection point in front of the Vienna Police Department.
Saturday/April 26
Sensory Day. 1-4 p.m. At McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. Due to construction at the Old Firehouse, this event will be held at MCC.
Challenge your senses! This unique and fun event, supporting Autism Awareness Month, will provide ALL who attend a sensory exploration through taste, smell, sound, sight and touch.
Saturday/April 26
Free Books for All. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. At Lorton Community Center, 9520 Richmond Hwy., Lorton. Reading opens the World Book Drive and Family Literacy Fair. Some 30,000 free books for families and educators. Books are available on a first come, first served basis.
Saturday/April 26
Lorton Spring Fling. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. At South County High School, 8501 Silverbrook Road, Lorton. The outdoor festival features a handcrafted marketplace, food trucks, and kid's carnival of games and activities. There will be live entertainment
sponsored by Potomac Music and local police and fire departments and the
National Guard will have their vehicles and trucks on display. Trademasters Home Services will host a complimentary 'Fishpond' for kids. In addition to the handcraft vendors for shopping, there will be several food trucks, on hand. Go to www.southcountyptso.org for more information. Questions about the event can be emailed to SCHScraftshow@gmail.com.
Saturday/April 26
Earth Day Fairfax. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. At Sully Historic Site, 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly. Here’s just a few topics you can expect at this year’s Earth Day Festival:
Strategies to grow bigger, better plants
Information for identifying and getting rid of invasive plants
Ways insects help the environment
Effect of erosion on archaeology
How to use a historic corn grinder
History through activities
Composting
With live music, outdoor ice skating, the popular touch-a-truck exhibit and more, this is a learning experience you don’t want to miss. Admission to the event is free, but there is a parking fee of $10 per vehicle.
Saturday/April 26
RA’s Community Yard Sale. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. At 12010 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston (near the Reston Wegmans). Vendor space is sold out.
Saturday/April 26
RA’s Community Yard Sale. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. At 12010 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston (near Reston Wegmans).
April 26-27
Two Day Weekend HO Scale Model Train Show. 12-4 p.m. Saturday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday. At the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station. The Potomac Module Crew will hold a two day weekend HO Scale Model Train Show. Admission: Museum members and ages 4 and under, free; ages 5-12, $3; ages 13 and older, $5, $6 for special events. Seniors, $4; Military (active and retired) $4. http://www.fairfax-station.org, http://www.facebook.com/FFXSRR, 703-425-9225.
Sunday/April 27
Tutti Frutti Productions: “Underneath a Magical Moon.” 4 p.m. at McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. Through her open window, Wendy Darling normally gazes out at the night sky dreaming of blue lagoons, magical moons and the imagined stories she can tell. But tonight, like no other, has magic in the air...underneath a Magical Moon set in the backyard where Wendy and her brothers are camping out. There’s a full moon and Wendy just can’t get to sleep so she begins to tell her brothers a story.
Sunday/April 27
Walk on the Hill. 2-5 p.m. The event along Windover Avenue between Lewis Street and Lawyers Road, Vienna, is free and is presented by the Town of Vienna in partnership with Historic Vienna, Inc., and the Windover Heights Historic District. Some of the town’s most beautiful historic properties and colorful lawns and gardens will be featured during this leisurely, “at-your-own-pace” walking event. Since 1974, residents and visitors have made the lovely pilgrimage to this historic neighborhood to participate in self-guided tours through dozens of participating yards and gardens offering inspiring views of glorious spring flowers, budding trees, live entertainment, exhibits and refreshments. Visit www.viennava.gov/walkonthehill or call 703-255- 6360.
Sunday/April 27
Planet Virginia. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. At Wilkins Plaza on the campus of George Mason University, Fairfax. Co-sponsored by Sodexo, this family-friendly festival will bring together 5,000 attendees exploring how plant-based choices improve human health, combat climate change, and save animal lives. With nearly 50 vendors, insightful speaker sessions, and a Planet Play Zone for kids, Planet Virginia promises a full day of education, inspiration, and entertainment. Attendees will enjoy delicious plant-based food, discover sustainable products, and hear from experts and advocates on the benefits of shifting toward a plant-forward future as well as an appearance by Virginia Congressman Suhas Subramanyam.
Sunday/April 27
Planet Virginia: A Plant-Based Lifestyle Expo. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. At George Mason University, Wilkins Plaza. Co-sponsored by Sodexo, this family-friendly festival will bring together 5,000 attendees to explore how plant-based choices can improve human health, combat climate change, and save the lives of animals. With nearly 50 vendors, insightful speaker sessions, and a Planet Play Zone for kids, Planet Virginia promises a full day of education, inspiration, and entertainment.
Sunday/April 27
Britain on the Green. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. At Gunston Hall, 10706 Gunston Road, Lorton. The 27th Britain on the Green show will feature over 200 British cars and motorcycles, music, food trucks, and admission to historic Gunston Hall and grounds. Participant’s Choice honors will be awarded in 25 or more classes of British cars and motorcycles. Additionally, the Nation’s Capital Jaguar Owners Club will again hold
their Concours d’Elegance during Britain on the Green. Visit the website: https://www.britainonthegreen.org/
Tuesday/April 29
Golf Tournament and Luncheon Fundraiser. At Westfields Golf Club, Clifton. Hosted by the Assistance League of Northern Virginia. Includes a continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf and a hot lunch buffet. There will also be raffle prizes and silent auction items available. All proceeds will help support ALNV’s mission to assist area children in Title 1 elementary schools with food, clothing, books and other necessities. Contact at: sponsor@alnv.org for information about sponsorship options. Visit the website: alnv.org
Wednesday/April 30
Scam Jam 2025. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. At Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale, 8430 Center Drive, Annandale. Take part in Scam Jam 2025: Prevention, Protection and Prosecution. This event is dedicated to fraud prevention and the
protection of older adults. Free event! Registration is required. Complimentary lunch. Watch HOAP: Heroes of Adult Protection, a short film from The Clowder Group,
showcasing resilience of abuse victims and dedicated efforts of Adult Protective Services employees. Explore resource fair with exhibitors from local government agencies and non-profit organizations dedicated to fraud prevention and elder protection. Visit the website:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/older-adults/fairfax-county-silver-shield-anti-scam-campaign/scam-jam
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Performances are:
Thursday May 1st, 2025 at 7:30pm
Friday May 2nd, 2025 at 7:30pm
Thursday May 8th, 2025 at 7:30pm
Friday May 9th, 2025 at 7:30pm
Saturday May 10th, 2025 at 2pm
Saturday May 10th, 2025 at 7:30pm (Senior Night)
Friday, May 2, 1-5 p.m.
Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, May 4, 1-4 p.m.
Bag sale on Sunday. Fill a grocery bag with books and DVDs for $10.
Nature. This practice is deeply grounding and has many health benefits. The total distance traveled is often less than a mile. Visit the website: https://www.woodlawnpopeleighey.org/upcomingevents
House.
free commemorative red Bike to Work Day T-shirt. Pit Stop information is available at
https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/find-your-pit-stop
Website: https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/
Registration: https://www.tfaforms.com/4886950
Cloverleaf Equine Center will be open. Clifton Presbyterian Church will
have a Vendor Fair, Silent Auction, etc. Tickets $35 in advance. Website: https://cliftoncwc.org/
Collective and a Juried Show of Fairfax County High School Students.
Donations and proceeds from sales benefit FACETS
(https://facetscares.org/).