February 10
THURSDAY, FEB. 11
Parkinson aquatic exercise classes For people living with the disease. Thursdays and Tuesdays at 10-11 a.m. Woodlands Retirement Community, 4320 Forest Hill Dr., Fairfax. Sonia Grow , 703-378-7221. FlamingosInTraining.com. Registration required. One class $7.50, both days $12.50.
“Art&Lunch” event Bring lunch and visit with artists. Hosted by Fairfax Art League. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Old Town Hall, 3999 University Dr., Fairfax City. 703-569-8760. knstart72@gmail.com. 703-352-2787. fairfaxartleague.net. Free.
Vienna Arts Society meeting Artist Dave Delano will speak about his style of portraiture and figurative painting. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Vienna Arts Center, 115 Pleasant St., Vienna. 703-319-3971. ViennaArtsSociety. Free.
Collectors Showcase 2016 Presented by the Workhouse Arts Foundation, featuring a work from each studio and associate artist at the Workhouse. Independent curator Sarah Newman will select winners. Wednesdays-Sundays 11 a.m.-6 p.m. through Feb. 27, Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. 703-584-2900. info@workhousearts.org. workhousearts.org/event. Free.
Foon Sham: Culture House The nationally known artist and Fairfax native will unveil a new work commissioned by the Workhouse Arts Center as a temporary installation, celebrating the numerous languages in the region. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. 703-584-2900. info@workhousearts.org. workhousearts.org/event. Free.
“Path of Progression in Alzheimer’s” workshop Discussion on what to expect as the disease progresses. 3 p.m. Insight Memory Care Center, 3953 Pender Drive, Suite 100,, Fairfax. 703-204-4664. InsightMCC.org. Free, registration required.
Annandale TOPS ( Take Pounds off Sensibly) meeting 3:30 p.m. United Baptist Church, 7100 Columbia Pike, Annandale. 703-354-1396. Yearly membership $32.
“Give Me a Break From Cancer’ fundraiser Features live music, cash bar, raffle and silent auction. 6-9 p.m. Auld Shebeen, 3971 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax. 703-293-9600. theauldshebeenva.com. gmabfc.org. $25, with valid college ID $15.
ESL classes For beginning, intermediate and advanced. Thursdays and Tuesdays at 7-9 p.m. Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd., Fairfax. 703-323-9500. lordoflifelutheran.com. Registration $15, textbook $25.
Fairfax Art League reception Meet artists, enjoy refreshments and join the art league. 7-9 p.m. Old Town Hall, 3999 University Dr., Fairfax City. 703-587-9481. 703-352-2787. fairfaxartleague.net. Free.
Meditation workshop for teens “Contemplating Art: Thought Experiments, Black Holes, and Meditation,” for ages 12-17. 7-8:30 p.m. Greater Reston Art Center, 12001 Market St., Reston. info@restonarts.org. 703-471-9242. $5, registration required.
Kathy Griffin performance The Grammy award-winning comedian will perform stand-up. 8 p.m. George Mason University, Eagle Bank Arena, 4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax. 703-993-3000. eaglebankarena.com. $45-$55.
Sully Democratic showdown Watch the primary debate. Free appetizers. Sponsored by Fairfax County Democratic Committee, Sully district. 8 p.m. The Bungalow, 13891 Metrotech Dr., Chantilly. events@sullydemocrats.org. 703-502-3925. Free.
FRIDAY, FEB. 12
“1776” A Tony-award winning musical based on the events surrounding the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. Fridays-Saturdays 8 p.m. Sundays 2 p.m. through Feb. 21, McLean Community Center, Alden Theatre, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. mcleanplayers.org. $23-$25.
“When the Rain Stops Falling” The saga chronicles four generations of a family from 1953 to 2039 and from London to Australia. Fridays 8 p.m. Saturdays 2 and 8 p.m. Sundays 2 and 7 p.m. through Feb. 28, 1st Stage, 1524 Spring Hill Rd., McLean. 1ststagetysons.org. $15-$30.
$5 Comedy Night Comedic acts by Russ Green, Haywood Turnipseed Jr., Jack Coleman and others. State Theatre. Doors open 7 p.m., show time 8 p.m. 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church. 703-237-0300. thestatetheatre.com/events. $5.
McLean Newcomers and Neighbors luncheon registration deadline Prospective members invited to attend. Ruth Robbins, senior program coordinator of Smithsonian Associates, will discuss programs she organized with Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, Henry Kissinger and others. Luncheon held 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17. Nostos, 8100 Boone Blvd., Vienna. mfskelly@verizon.net. McleanNewcomers.org. $38.
SATURDAY, FEB. 13
Boaters education course Offered by Flotilla 25-8 of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary to meet the mandatory requirements. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 8592 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria. 703-362-7079. herpomp79@yahoo.com. cgauxa.org. $40, two people $60.
Beginners tai chi 8-9 a.m. St. Luke Catholic School, 7005 Georgetown Pike, McLean. 703-759-9141. Free.
Fairfax Art League meeting Includes an art demonstration by Richard McMurray. New members welcome. 10-11 a.m. Fairfax Village Gallery, 3950 University Dr., Fairfax. 703-587-9481. fairfaxartleague.net. Free.
Square dance party Caller and demonstration from the Boomerangs Square Dance Teaching Council. Chili dinner included. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Accotink Unitarian Universalist Church, 10125 Lakehaven Ct., Burke. 703-503-4579. administrator@accotinkuuc.org. accotinkuuc.org. In advance, $31, at the door $35, ages 12-17 in advance $11, at the door $15.
Second Saturday Art Walk Tour seven studio buildings, meet artists, buy original works of art, enjoy light refreshments and music. 6-9 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. 703-584-2900. info@workhousearts.org. www.workhousearts.org. Free.
Kundalini yoga Gentle yoga, all skill levels. 6:30-7:45 p.m., Emmaus United Church of Christ, 900 E. Maple, Vienna. 571-213-3192. One free session. Reduced price when signing up for four or more sessions and senior discounts. $11 a session. Drop-in rate, $15.
Cool Cow Comedy Presents: Todd Rexx 7-8:30 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton. 703-584-2900. info@workhousearts.org. workhousearts.org. $20 advance, $25 at the door.
Bluegrass concert series Featuring David Parmley & Cardinal Tradition. 7:30 p.m. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Rd., Herndon. 703-437-1883. hclcbluegrass.wordpress.com. $15, 12 and younger free.
“Romeo and Juliet” Performed by the Virginia Opera. Saturday 8 p.m. Sunday 2 p.m. George Mason University Center for the Arts, 4400 University Dr., Fairfax. 888-945-2468. cfa.gmu.edu. $48-$98.
Music Friends’ Young Soloists recital auditions Young children through high school-age are eligible for the 2016-2017 season. McLean Community Center, Alden Theatre, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. 703-620-9535. 703-790-0123. www.aldentheatre.org.
SUNDAY, FEB. 14
Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary meeting After the meeting, service officers will assist with filing claims. 10 a.m. American Legion, 3939 Oak St., Fairfax. 703-273-5730. 703-273-0158. Free.
Table top and N Gauge model train show Hosted by Northern Virginia NTRAK group. 1-4 p.m. Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Rd., Fairfax Station. 703-425-9225. fairfax-station.org. $4, age 5-15 $2, members free.
Valentine’s Day spaghetti dinner Includes salad, bread, drinks and dessert. Reservations are requested, but you can pay at the door. Hosted by the youth of Annandale United Methodist to benefit youth activities. 5-7 p.m. Annandale United Methodist Church, 6935 Columbia Pike, Annandale. 703-256-8330. $10.
MONDAY, FEB. 15
Centreville Garden Club meeting A presentation, “Designing with Eco-friendly and Native Plants,” by horticulturist and landscape designer Joanne Shumpert from Treefrog Nursery. 7 p.m. Sully Governmental Center, 4900 Stonecroft Blvd., Chantilly. 703-266-9233. centrevillegardenclub@gmail.com. Free.
TUESDAY, FEB. 16
Mount Vernon Genealogical Society meeting A discussion, “The Missing Connection-What You Need to Know about Adoption Searches Through Generations,” by Susan and Don Palma, and JonMarie Pearson. 1-3 p.m. Hollin Hall Senior Center, 1500 Shenandoah Rd., Alexandria. 703-768-4101. 703-765-4573. hollinhallseniorcenter.org. mvgenealogy.org. Free.
Herndon regional wind ensemble practice For advanced high school and college students, and adults who play a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument. Tuesdays at 7-9 p.m. Herndon Middle School, 901 Locust St., Herndon. HerndonRegionalWindEnsemble@gmail.com. 703-904-4800. Free.
The Wailers and Nappy Riddem concert. 8 p.m. State Theatre, 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church. 703-237-0300. thestatetheatre.com. In advance $25, day of the show $30.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17
McLean Antique Club meeting A discussion on stamp collecting and U.S. Postal history. 10 a.m. McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. 703-734-0298. 703-790-0123. Free.
Fairfax Commission on Aging meeting Open to public. Noon, Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. 703-938-0405. fairfaxcounty.gov. Free.
Dementia education program Learn how to design a safe place for someone dealing with the disease. 1 p.m. Insight Memory Care Center, 3953 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax. 703-204-4664. InsightMCC.org. Free, registration required.
Fairfax Jubil-Aires men’s chorus rehearsal Includes free singing lessons. 7:30 p.m. Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 13421 Twin Lakes Dr., Clifton. 703-758-0342. 703-323-9500. lordoflifeva.org. fairfaxjubilaires.org. Free.
THURSDAY, FEB. 18
Fairfax Antique Arts Association meeting Includes a discussion of the book “The True Story of Catch-22 Illustrated,” by Patricia Meder. 10 a.m. Green Acres Center, 4401 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax City. 703-273-6090. Free.
Friday Morning Music Club FMMC members perform an Old Town Music Series concert. Noon, Old Town Hall, 3999 University Dr., Fairfax City. 703-352-2787. fmmc.org. Free.
American Association of University Women meeting For the Mount Vernon branch. Includes lecture with master gardener Eileen Powell on container gardening. 7 p.m. Mount Vernon District Governmental Center, 2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria. 703-718-8892. mtvernon-va.aauw.net. Free.
The Women’s Center mindfulness workshops Offered by Women of Temple Rodef Shalom to bring awareness to thoughts and feelings and reduce stress. Thursdays 7-9 p.m. through March 10, Temple Rodef Shalom, 2100 Westmoreland St., Falls Church. 703-532-2217. Four-session registration, $95 plus $2.89 processing fee; single-session registration $35 plus $1.69 processing fee. Sales end one hour before event begins. eventbrite.com/e/mindfulness.
— Compiled by Bonnie Smith
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