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Computertots and Computer Explorers is offering special weekly summer camps for children ages 3 through 12. Classes are held at our Fairfax location in the Jermantown Square Shopping Center. Classes run Monday through Thursday each week. Themes for the week of July 29 are Computer Theater for ages preschool-8. For more information call 703-691-1929.
Springfield Community Theatre (SCT) presents its summer musical, "The 1940s Radio Hour," a nostalgic trip back to the Saturday night big-band era of the 1940s, at Bishop Ireton High School Whaley Auditorium, located at 201 Cambridge Road in Alexandria. Performances: Fridays, July 26 and Aug. 2, 8 p.m.; Saturdays: July 27 and Aug. 3, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and students, and $10 for any group of 10 or more. For tickets and information, call 703-866-6238 or visit SCT on the Web at www.sctonline.org.
Calling All Brides. Positive day and evening coaching classes designed to help brides effectively manage premarital jitters and stresses. Individual and group sessions available. Topics include "Do I Really Want to Do This," "Maintaining My Identity," "New Role Expectations and Worries," "Keeping Open Communication with My Partner," "So Long to My Single Lifestyle", "Changing Relationship with My Mother," "Keeping the Peace with My Divorced Parents," "Cultural and Faith Differences," "Second-Time-Around Marriage" and more. Convenient locations in Virginia. For registration and information, call Carolyn R. Krol, L.C.S.W., at 202-669-3249.
New Mom's Group is held at Inova Fairfax Hospital Women's Center, 7 South Dayroom, 3300 Gallows Road, Falls Church. New mom and baby topics and concerns, including breastfeeding. Experienced maternal-infant nurse/lactation consultant facilitates the group discussions. Weekly prize drawing. Complimentary parking, baby weight check, refreshments and resource information. Ongoing, Thursdays 10:30 a.m.-noon. For the convenience of new moms, no pre-registration needed. $5/session. Call 703-204-MILK (6455).
The Church of the Apostles in the City of Fairfax (Episcopal) is offering a week of Fellowship Farm Vacation Bible School camp for children ages 3-8 who are deaf and hard of hearing. The camp is from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the church. The week-long program is called "God’s Great Gallery: exploring God’s Wonderful Works." Cost is $30.00, but scholarships are available. For more information, call Kristin Colligan at 703-591-1974. Registration forms are available at NVRC.
Individual Internet Training. Mondays and Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. One-on-one introductory sessions. Age 12 and up. At Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Call 703-246-2281.
Learn to Dance. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Partners not required. Learn salsa, merengue, cha-cha, pop and more. At Rene’s Night Club, 3251 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Party follows, $5/person. Proper attire required. Free parking. For information or reservations, call 703-759-9380 or 703-856-1139.
Springfield Art Guild Classes. All classes are held in the Kings Park Community Room at the Kings Park Shopping Center located in the triangle formed by Braddock, Rolling and Burke Lake roads, Springfield. The entrance to the community room is to the left of CVS. Call Roberta Lintner at 703-321-8826 if interested.
Exercise for Seniors. 9:15 a.m. HEP — Health Education Program. Award-winning physical fitness program for older adults. Low-impact aerobics, stretching, weights, walking and pickle ball. At George Mason University, Fairfax. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. $25/month. For information, call 703-993-3701 and leave name and phone number, or visit www.gmu.edu/departments/hfrr.
Personalized Internet Tutoring. Basic internet training for beginners. Call for appointment. Monday, July 1-Wednesday, July 31; Thursday, Aug. 1-Saturday, Aug. 31.
The New Neighbors League Club, a nonprofit social club, offers more than 30 activities including luncheons, cards, crafts, books, outings, wine tastings and more. For more information and to join, call Robbye Thomas at 703-278-8873.
Interested in joining a local Cub Scout, Boy Scout or Venturing unit? Boys 7-20 (first grade and up) and girls 14-20 who are interested may contact Rick Hillenbrand at 703-913-7126 or rick_hillenbrand@alum.mit.edu to find out how.
High Summer in the Garden, an exhibit of floral paintings by Harriette Winingham, will be on display at the Loft Gallery, located at 313 Mill St. in Occoquan, through Aug. 4. Her paintings range from intimate floral studies done from life to the vivid colors of sun-loving gardens. Winningham's paintings are in collections in Northern Virginia, along the East Coast and as far away as Florence, Italy.
Portrait of a State, featuring the work of 13 artists from Jerusalem's Bezalel Academy of Art and Design, will be on display until Aug. 27, at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, located at 8900 Little River Turnpike in Fairfax. This is a mixed-media traveling exhibit that has been compiled for the Embassy of Israel.
Lee District Nights, free weekly concert series featuring a variety of acts from classic to bluegrass to folk to jazz. Held outdoors at the Lee District Park amphitheater, Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. For more information, call 703-922-9841. For volunteer information, call 703-971-6262.
Flea Market, every Sunday from 9 a.m.-to 3 p.m. at The Elks Lodge, 8421 Arlington Blvd. Sponsored by The Merrifield Lions Club and The Arlington-Fairfax Elks Lodge. No rain dates. 175 vendor spaces available for $15 per space on a first-come, first-served basis. For vendor reservations, call 703-560-3023.
Bingo every Friday night at 7:30 p.m. Fire Station 3, Fairfax. Call 703-386-7877 for more information.
Downtown Fairfax Coalition Community Market, every Saturday morning from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 10500 Main St., First Union Bank parking lot. Call 703-430-6164 for more information. Every Tuesday morning from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. City of Fairfax Farmers Market, Van Dyck Park, 3730 Old Lee Highway. Call 703-385-7862 for more information.
Bereavement Support Groups presented by Haven of Northern Virginia offers three ongoing free bereavement support groups. The general bereavement support group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month from 7:30-9 p.m. The widow/widower bereavement support group has two groups. One meets on the first and third Thursday of each month beginning from 2-3:30 p.m., and the other meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning from 7:30-9 p.m. The suicide survivors bereavement support group meets the first Tuesday of each month beginning on from 7:30-9 p.m. For more information, call 703-941-7000 or visit the Web at www.havenofnova.org.
A World of Crafts. Things to make from around the world. Every Friday in July and every Monday in July and August, 1 p.m., Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road Burke. Ages 6-11. Call 703-978-5600 to register.
Fire Works Contemporary art quilts by Bristow artist Danette Bishop, and fused glass by David Barnes of Sterling, will continue through Aug. 5 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery, 309 Mill St., in Occoquan. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and weekends from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For gallery information, call 703-494-0584.
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Groups. Facilitated by trained group leaders, ongoing, free, and open to the community. For schedules and more information, call 1-866-259-0042.
Burke/Springfield/Fairfax Compassionate Friends Support Group offers friendship and understanding to families grieving the death of a child. The support group meets monthly at St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church, 5222 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 703-425-9504.
Weekly Computer Summer Camps for Kids.
Computertots and Computer Explorers is offering special weekly summer camps for children ages 3 through 12. Classes are held at Fairfax location in the Jermantown Square Shopping Center and run Monday through Thursday each week. Call 703 691-1929.
The National Capital Art Glass Guild features the theme "Spirits Signs Symbols" at Artisans United Craft Gallery in a full time fine craft show and sale through Sept. 4. On Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., four dozen-plus juried artisans will show and sell handmade and decorated pieces including pottery, baskets, glass, porcelain, carved wood and more. Enjoy a full-time fine craft exhibit and show during July and Aug. and see if you think it is "the best kept secret in Fairfax County." Located in Annandale Community Park near the Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Call 703-941-0202.
Vyktoria Pratt Keating, an area acoustic rock singer-songwriter and guitarist who has won three WAMMIE Awards for her original music, performs 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Sundays through Aug. 11 at Starbucks in West Springfield. Call 703 866-9273.
Oil Painting Workshop. Every Wednesday from noon-3 p.m. taught by Karen Galleher. Cost is $12 per session, and students are asked to provide their own materials. Classes will be held at the Kings Park Community Room at the Kings Park Shopping Center located at the intersection of Braddock, Rolling and Burke Lake roads in Springfield.
Open Studio/Critique. Held the first and third Thursday of each month from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Open studio is free, and students are asked to bring their own materials. Tables, chairs, water and spotlights will be provided. Call Carrie Cole at 703-455-6630 or Traci Oberle at 703-323-6994.
Grief Support. Held at the Church of the Nativity at 6400 Nativity Lane in Burke the first and third Thursday of each month from 7:30-9 p.m. The group offers free general bereavement support to all adults interested. For more information call Carol Mack at 703-455-2400, Ext. 17.
A Midsummer Night's Dream. Drawings by Woodbridge artist Charles Ott and silver jewelry by Pamela Browning of Manassas will be on display Aug. 6-Sept. 2 at the Artists' Undertaking Gallery, 309 Mill St., in Occoquan. Hours are Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and weekends from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For gallery information, call 703 494-0584.
The Franconia District Station of the Fairfax County Police Department will be offering Virginia residents 55 and older enrollment in the Mature Operator's Driver Improvement Program (MODIP). This eight hour class covers safe driving information for mature drivers. The course is sanctioned by the American Automobile Association (AAA) and is presented
by certified Fairfax County Auxiliary Police Officers. Upon completion of this course, drivers are eligible for the Virginia State mandated insurance premium reduction (check with individual insurance carriers for the amount). The classes are held the second Saturday of each month. The next MODIP class is being held at the Franconia District Station located at 6121 Franconia Road, on Saturday, August 10, 2002, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Registration is required and can be done by contacting the Auxiliary Police at (703) 924-3029. The fee for this course is $10 per person for books and materials.
"Summer Stories" at Gunston Hall Plantation will be held Wednesdays in August from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Stories range from popular 18th-century books to African-American slavery tales. A special children’s tour of the mansion and grounds will be included. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for children. Reservations are required. Daycare groups are welcome. Call 703-550-9220 for reservations.
The Fairfax Jubil-Aires, Fairfax County Chapter of the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartets Singing in America, is forming a male chorus to perform throughout Northern Virginia in remembrance of September 11. No musical experience is necessary. All music and instruction will be provided free. Participants must be willing to attend five one-hour Tuesday night rehearsals from 7:30 to 8 p.m. on July 30, August 6, 13, and 20 and September 3. The chorus meets on the second floor of the Fairfax City Old Town Hall, at the corner of University Drive and Main Street. Call Mike Stoll at 703-903-2200 or visit www.fairfaxjubilaires.org.
WEDNESDAY/JULY 24
Time Out! Summer vacation stories and activities. 10:30 a.m. Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Ages 2-5 with adult. Call to register, 703-246-2281.
The Shimmering Sky. Native American stories and activities, including making a "god's eye." 2 p.m. Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Ages 6-12. Call to register, 703-246-2281.
THURSDAY/JULY 25
A World of Fun. International stories, traditions and games. Ages 6-11. 2 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Call to register, 703-644-7333.
Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Awards Luncheon. 11:15 a.m. network, noon luncheon. Located at the Waterford at Fair Oaks, 12025 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway. $30 with reservation/$35 at the door. Call 703-591-2450.
Fairfax Swing Band, 8 p.m., Veterans Amphitheater, 10455 Armstrong St., Fairfax. Bring your own seating. Free. For more information, call 703-757-0220.
CAGS (Calling All Guys). All-male book discussion group. 7 p.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Boys 10-16. Call to register 703-978-5600.
FRIDAY/JULY 26
Lunchtime Matinee. Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy movies. Ages 5-12. 11:30 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Call to register, 703-644-7333.
Just Jazz Septet, 7:30 p.m., Royal Lake Park, 5344 Gainsborough, Fairfax. Bring your own seating. Free. For more information, call 703-757-0220.
Boogiehawg will start the "Fairfax Rocks the Park" free summer concert series. The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Van Dyck Park. Admission is free. For more information call 703-352-ARTS (2787). Boogiehawg are a local band that plays funk-rock music. For more information about them, visit www.boogiehawg.com.
The Fairfax Government Center will hold a free open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, July 26 at the South County Center where county residents can learn about Access Fairfax. Access Fairfax is the County's new electronic government center that offers residents free use of eight PCsd to locate information about County services and to conduct online transactions with County agencies.
Christian Music Artist Steve Green Will Perform on Friday, July 26, at 7:45 p.m. at Immanuel Bible Church in Springfield. This live concert is designed for the whole family with a special segment for children. The evening includes favorite songs such as "People Need The Lord", "Find Us Faithful" and "The Mission," as well as selections from Steve's new recording Woven In Time. Tickets are $15.00 and are available online at www.immanuelbible.net/concert or by calling 703-813-1974.
SATURDAY/JULY 27
Wedding Shower Party at Whole Foods Market, located at 8402 Old Keene Mill Road in Springfield, with samples, live music and a meeting with Wedding Consultant and Coordinator Sara Franco from Romantic Betrothal Enter to win Wedding Shower Gift Baskets. Call 703-644-2500.
SUNDAY/JULY 28
The Annual Women of Color Program will be held at 3:30 p.m. The program is sponsored by the Sunday School Department of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. All are invited to attend. The theme is "A New Beginning", with background scripture from Genesis 9:16. Rev. Dr. James Murphy and the church family of Greater Little Zion Baptist Church will be guests at the service. Dinner will start at 2 p.m.
FANS (Friends And Neighbors Social) sponsored by the City of Fairfax Mayor and City Council will be held July 28 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Country Club Hills Pool for Barrister’s Keepe, Comstock, Country Club Hills, Farrcroft, Fairfax Oaks, Fairview, Foxcroft, Great Oaks, Little River Hills, Lyndhurst, and Old Lee Hills neighborhoods, and 5 to 7 p.m. at Westmore Elementary School for Ardmore, Autumn Woods, Fairfax West Condos, Warren Woods/Joyce Heights, and Westmore neighborhoods. Meet your Mayor and City Council and enjoy a Moon Bounce, Cotton Candy, Snow Cones, Popcorn, and Red Hot & Blue Food Sales. A portion of the proceeds will benefit neighborhood associations. Call 703-293-7120.
MONDAY/JULY 29
Fairfax High School (FHS) Band Night at Fuddruckers Restaurant, 5 p.m. until closing, 3575 Chain Bridge Road. A portion of proceeds from dinner sales will be donated to the FHS band program. Call 703-359-1040 for more information.
Hands On. Use your hands in games, activities and a craft. 2 p.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Ages 6-12. Call to register 703-978-5600.
July Jamboree. Stories and activities. 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Ages 2-5 with adult. Call to register, 703-644-7333.
Mayan Games. What do chewing gum, face-stamping and chocolate have in common? Experience the fascinating Mayan culture through games, folklore and craft. 2 p.m. Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Ages 8-12. Call to register, 703-246-2281.
TUESDAY/JULY 30
The Magic of Autumn Morning Star. Native American magic, singing, music and more. Sponsored by the Friends of the George Mason Regional Library. 7:30 p.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Ages 6-12. Call to register, 703-978-5600.
Computers Demystified. Answers to your questions about computers and the Internet. 2 p.m. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register, 703-978-5600.
Beauty and the Beast. Stevens Puppets present this popular tale using beautiful marionettes. Sponsored by the Friends of the George Mason Regional Library and the Friends of the Pohick Regional Library. 10:30 a.m. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Call to register, 703-644-7333.
The Kings Park Concert Band, under the direction of John Pickeral, will present a selection of classical and contemporary band music at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30, at Kings Park, on Kings Park Drive in Springfield, Virginia. Admission is free. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy music at sunset.
Business Forum on the USA-Patriot Act will be held at 5:30 p.m. the George Mason University-School of Public Policy. Admission is $35 per person, or $30 with groups of ten or more. To make reservations call 703-591-2450 or by e-mail at cfcc@patriot.net.
WEDNESDAY/JULY 31
A Visit to Redwall. Step into the world of Brian Jacques' Redwall Abbey for activities and crafts. 2 p.m. Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Ages 6-12. Call to register, 703-644-7333.
Latin-Caribbean Rock duo JaLeo Will Perform at Lee District Park, located at 6601 Telegraph Road, at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Lee District Nights Summer Concert Series. Concerts are canceled in case of rain. Call 703 971-6262 for cancellation information.
Local artist Steve Alterman will attend a champagne reception to celebrate the opening of his nature photography show at The Orchid Pagoda, located at 8626 Lee Hwy #200 in Fairfax, on Wednesday, July 31 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. He will also be signing copies of his new book, Outer Banks Edge. Alterman’s publication credits include Arizona Highways and Hawaii Magazine. His work has hung in the Corcoran Gallery of Art and is used in several national nature calendars. Call 703-207-9120.