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<cal1>THURSDAY/ JUNE 19
<cal2>Cross-Cultural Cinema - "Tree of Life." Part of the Understanding Islam series. A screening of the film will be followed by a discussion. 6:30 p.m., auditorium, Arlington County Public Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5984.
"Blueprint for a Better Region, " a presentation by Stewart Schwartz sponsored by EcoStewards Alliance. 7 p.m., Arlington Temple United Methodist Church, 1835 N. Nash St. Call 703-715-0362.
Book Discussion. Tana Reiff's "Fighting Words." New members welcome. 10 a.m., 2nd floor meeting room, Arlington County Public Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-5996.
Rosslyn Farmers Market. Thursdays. Music, food, shopping. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. New location: 1700 block of North Lynn St., across from Olsson's Books & Records.
Support Group, for individuals who have a parent suffering from a serious mental illness - depression, schizophrenia, manic-depression, or obsessive compulsive disorder. 7 - 8:30 p.m., Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, 1500 N. Glebe Rd. Call 703-318-7487 or 703-892-2197.
<cal1>FRIDAY/ JUNE 20
<cal2>Senior Center Book Group. Leif Enger's "Peace Like a River" will be discussed. 1 p.m., Aurora Hills Library, 735 18th St. South. Registration not required. Outdoor Parking. Call 703-228-5715.
<cal1>SATURDAY/ JUNE 21
<cal2>Birds, Blossoms and Bagels. Stroll through the forests and fields of historic Fort C.F. Smith with a naturalist to search for the remaining spring wildflowers and birds. Wrap up with bagels upon return. 8:30 - 9:30 a.m., Fort C.F. Smith Park & Historic Site, 2411 N. 24th St. $2 fee. Reservations required. Call 703-243-7329.
Spring Into Summer, an event to benefit non-profit and civic organizations. The program includes live music on stage, an evening outdoor showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and food from local restaurants. Noon - 11 p.m., The Village at Shirlington, S. Quincy Street and 28th Street. Call 703-413-6692.
Ice Cream Social. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Arlington, proceeds will benefit service projects and scholarships. There will be cakes, cookies, and assorted ice cream. Coffee and tea are included in the cost. 6:30 - 9 p.m., Lyon Village Community House, 1920 N. Highland St. $4 fee. Call 703-532-8292.
Childbirth with Midwifery Class. Learn more about Midwives and the Midwives Model of Care. Class includes descriptions of the different educational backgrounds of midwives, maternity care choices, prenatal care and more, as well as a video entitled "Giving Birth: Challenges and Choices." 9:30 - 12:30 p.m., Arlington Community Church, 6040 Wilson Blvd. Free admission. Call 703-237-6136.
Summer Celebration. Celebrate the first day of summer. Learn about all four seasons. Interesting facts about some of the animals that are active during the summer will be discussed. Also create crafts. Appropriate for kids ages 5 - 8. 1 - 2 p.m., Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Rd. $3 fee. Reservations required. Call 703-228-6535.
Garden Tour and Yard Sale. Hosted by Arlington Heights Neighborhood. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. A listing of the events will be available at Arlington Heights Park, at South Irving and South Ninth Streets, starting at 7 a.m. Call 703-920-1832.
Summer Solstice Percussion Festival. Drums, cymbals, tambourines, and more percussion instruments from all over the world will be featured on a solar-powered outdoor stage. 7 p.m., Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Rd. Donations welcome. Call 703-528-5406.
Free Wine Tasting. 1 - 4 p.m., Pica Deli Gourmet and Wines, 3471 N. Washington Blvd. Call 703-524-5656.
Resource Information Station. Stop by to learn about the programs and services of Arlington County's Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Resources. 2 - 4 p.m., Barcroft Park, 4200 S. Four Mile Run Dr. Registration is not required. Call 703-525-0168.
<cal1>SUNDAY/ JUNE 22
<cal2>Face Hunger Workshop. A role-play and discussion workshop that increases awareness and understanding about hunger and its many causes. Appropriate for those 12 and older. 11 - 12:30 p.m., Bethel United Church of Christ, 4347 Arlington Blvd. Call 703-528-0937.
Introduction to Bee Keeping. Learn about the history of bee keeping and how to get started. Two bee keepers will be there to demonstrate. Appropriate for ages 10 and up. 1 - 2 p.m., Fort C.F. Smith Park and Historic Site, 2411 N. 24th St. $2 fee. Call 703-243-7329.
"Living Healthy Community Style." A street fair hosted by the Uncommon Market Food Co-op, featuring vegetarian food, holistic health exhibits, entertainment, children's activities, and information booths. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Edgewood Street at Columbia Pike. Call 703-521-2667 or visit www.uncommonmarket.coop.
<cal1>MONDAY/ JUNE 23
<cal2>Opera Night. Live opera selections, Italian songs & operettas, featuring solos, duets, and trios. Headlining - Cantanti. 7:30 p.m., Tutto Bene Italian Restaurant, 501 N. Randolph St. For reservations call 703-522-1005.
The Metropolitan Chorus. Featuring selections from its 2002-3 season, with music from "Let There Be Light," by Dwayne Milburn, swing music from "Love Heard Round the World," and "The Hallelujah Chorus" from "The Messiah." 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Ampitheatre, N. 2nd St. at N. Columbus St. Call 703-933-2500 or visit www.metchorus.org.
<cal1>TUESDAY/ JUNE 24
<cal2>Bruce Ewan and the Solid Senders with Miguel Botafogo. A swing dance event at the Clarendon Ballroom, 3185 Wilson Blvd. 9 - 11 p.m., $10 admission. Call 703-359-9882 or visit www.gottaswing.com.
The Arlingtones Barbershop Chorus. Male barbershop chorus. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Amphitheatre, N. 2nd St. at N. Columbus St. Free and open to the public. Call 703-521-9331.
<cal1>WEDNESDAY/ JUNE 25
<cal2>Free Choral Performance. Potomac Harmony Chorus will perform a variety of songs from 50's rock & roll to modern jazz, as well as an audience "sing - along." 8 p.m., Lubber Run Amphitheater, N. 2nd St., and N. Columbus St. Call 703-764-3896.
Walking Tour Of Fort C.F. Smith Park. An informative tour of the 19-acre park. Learn about the park's Civil War history and explore the many different habitats. Appropriate for ages 9 and above. 3 p.m., Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th St. Call 703-243-7329.
Potomac Harmony Chorus. Female barbershop chorus. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Amphitheatre, N. 2nd St. and N. Columbus St. Free and open to the public. Call 703-228-1850.
"Enjoying Washington DC Area National Parks." A brief program, a light dinner, and an outdoor activity. 6 p.m., Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Rd. Reservations recommended. Call 703-528-5406.
<cal1>THURSDAY/ JUNE 26
<cal2>Intensive Spanish Language and Culture Workshop. Participants will be introduced to basic conversational Spanish, learn about the cultures of the Spanish speaking world, taste foods from Latin America and Spain, meet representatives from some Latin American embassies and more. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Washington-Lee High School, 1300 N. Quincy St. $100 fee, all materials will be provided. Proceeds benefit the Hispanidades Scholarship Fund. To register call 703-228-8000 ext. 98169.
Open Mic Night. Hosted by The Rub. 7 p.m., sign-up begins at 6:30, Janet's Java, 5735 Telegraph Rd., Alexandria. Call 703-960-2900.
Teen Band Showcase. Featuring Borderline, a rock band from Williamsburg Middle School and The End Product, a punk rock band from Yorktown High School. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Amphitheatre, N. 2nd St. and N. Columbus St. Free and open to the public. Call 703-228-1850.
<cal1>FRIDAY/ JUNE 27
<cal2>Washington Balalaika Society. Enjoy eastern European folk music on traditional folk instruments - the balalaika, domra, bayan and more. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Amphitheatre, N. 2nd St. and N. Columbus Sts. Free and open to the public. Call 703-217-6669.
<cal1>SATURDAY/ JUNE 28
<cal2>"Caring for Caregivers: Helping Families Cope." This workshop, hosted by Dr. Sharron Guillet, will cover issues such as finding support options and financial resources, fostering family support, understanding feelings of resentment and guilt and more. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Marymount University's Ballston Campus, 1000 N. Glebe Rd. $80 fee. Call 703-284-5901.
Hexagon: Rhyme and Punishment. An evening with Hexagon, a satirical group whose original skits scrutinize the Washington political scene. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Amphitheatre, N. 2nd St. and N. Columbus Sts. Free admission. Call 703-228-1850.
<cal1>SUNDAY/ JUNE 29
<cal2>"A Medley of Spirited Arias and Other Selections." Sponsored by the Opera Guild of Northern Virginia. Singers include Master Sergeant Jennifer Lyons, Master Sergeant Robin Askew, and Technical Sergeants Christopher Harris and Robert Harrelson. 4 p.m., Lyon Village Club House, 1920 N. Highland St. Free admission, for reservations call 703-536-7557.
Slapsticon Lecture. Curator Rob Farr will talk, and show some film clips from the upcoming "Slapsticon" which celebrates the golden age of slapstick comedy. 2 p.m. Arlington County Public Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Free admission. Call 703-228-1850.
Bolivian Dance Showcase. An evening of dance from Bolivia featuring Juventud Boliviana and Sangre Boliviana. 8:30 p.m. Lubber Run Amphitheatre, N. 2nd St. and N. Columbus Sts. Free admission. Call 703-228-1852.
<cal1>MONDAY/ JUNE 30
<cal2>Senior Walking Group. The walking group at Walter Reed Senior Center will travel to Meadowlark Gardens, Vienna at 9:30 a.m. for its weekly walking program. $2.50 fee, newcomers welcome. Registration required. Call 703-228-5726.
<cal1>FRIDAY/ JULY 4
<cal2>Independence Day Celebration. Watch fireworks and listen to Silver Wings, a country music ensemble of the United States Air Force. 7 p.m., Netherlands Carillon, George Washington Memorial Parkway near Arlington National Cemetery. Free and open to the public. Call 202-767-5658 or visit www.bolling.af.mil/band.
<cal1>SATURDAY/ JULY 5
<cal2>Outdoor Dance Performance. Presented by Jane Franklin Dance and part of Arlington's Arts al Fresco. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Ampitheatre, N. Columbus and N. 2nd Streets. Free and open to the public. Call 703-298-3235 or visit www.janefranklin.com.
Carey Colvin & "On the Air." Enjoy folk music on the solar-powered stage at Potomac Overlook Regional Park. 7 p.m., 2845 N. Marcey Rd. Donations welcome. Call 703-528-5406.
<cal>"Stream Monitoring in Arlington." A brief program, a light dinner, and an outdoor activity. 6 p.m., Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Rd. Reservations recommended. Call 703-528-5406.
<cal1>FRIDAY/ JULY 18
<cal2>Swing Shift. This 18-piece dance band performs swing and big band classics, Sinatra hits and jazz standards. 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Ampitheater, N. 2nd at N. Columbus Streets. Free admission. Call 703-228-6966 or visit www.swingshiftdanceband.com.
<cal1>ONGOING
<cal2>"The Night of the Iguana," by Tennessee Williams. Presented by the Washington Shakespeare Company. June 26 through August 10. WSC's Clark Street Playhouse, 601 S. Clark St. For exact dates and times call 703-418-4808 or visit www.washingtonshakespeare.org.
"Mack and Mabel." Presented by the Signature Theatre. June 18 through June 22, 8:30 p.m., Lubber Run Ampitheater, N. Columbus St., and 2nd St. Call 703-820-9771.
"Lady Chatterley's Lover," by D.H. Lawrence. Presented by the Washington Shakespeare Company. July 10 through August 10. WSC's Clark Street Playhouse, 601 S. Clark St. For exact dates and times call 703-418-4808 or visit www.washingtonshakespeare.org.
Summer Salon 2003. An open exhibition of works by artists who live or work in Arlington County. June 24 - August 16, Ellipse Art Center, 4350 N. Fairfax Dr. Call 703-228-7710.
Cat Vacuuming Society. Join us every Thursday for a structured time to hone our writing skills with other critics and practice techniques from a featured title.
May's feature title is "The Marshall Plan" by Dennis Palumbo. In June we will use "Self-Editing for Fiction Writers" by Renni Browne. 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 2800 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 500. Call 703-248-8244.
"Dear World." This musical fable based on Jean Giraudoux's classic fable, "The Madwoman of Chaillot," will run at Theater II, Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang St. from July 10 - August 9. $22 - $27. For exact dates and times call 703-553-8782 or visit www.americancentury.org.
"Donna Q." A one woman show by Paulette Laufer starring Nancy Robinette. June 17 through July 27, Signature Theatre, 3806 S. Four Mile Run Dr. Call 703-820-9771 or visit www.signature-theatre.org.
"Romeo and Juliet." An Irish take on William Shakespeare's classic presented by the Keegan Theatre. Though July 27, the Mount Olivet Black Box Theatre, 1500 N. Glebe Rd. $20 - 25 with discounts for students, seniors and groups. Call 703-527-6000 ext. 2 for exact dates and times.
"Rojo Carmin/ Blazing Red." A Spanish play with live simultaneous English interpretation. June 5 - 28. Gunston Arts Center - Theatre Two. 2700 S. Lang St. $25/ $20 students and seniors. Call 703-548-3092 or visit www.teatrodelaluna.org.
Porch and Patio objects for sale at Grey House Potters. There will be birdbaths, bird feeders, birdhouses, sculptures, planters, lanterns and yard ornaments in a variety of materials and glazes. Prices will range from $10 to $300. Through July 3. 5509 Wilson Blvd. Call 703-522-7738.
2003 Elementary School Art Exhibit. May 22 - June 17. Education Center, First Floor Gallery, 1426 N. Quincy St. Call 703-228-6170.
HIV/AIDS Support Groups. Sponsored by the Whitman-Walker Clinic. Includes groups for women, Latinos, heterosexuals, and those newly diagnosed. Call Ron Redfoot at 703-531-4979.