<lst>To have community events listed free in the Springfield Connection, mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102, e-mail Nina M. Dry at springfield@connectionnewspapers.com or fax to 703-917-0991. Deadline is Friday before publication. Photos/artwork encouraged. Call 703-917-6458.
<cal1>Thursday/July 8
<cal2>Mind Games. The Fairfax City Regional Library sponsors a series of activities in which participants learn about unusual record breakers, and crack puzzles, mazes and games. Event begins at 10:30 a.m., for children ages 6 to 10. Prizes available. The Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. To register, call 703-293-6227.
Science Detectives. Solve mysteries with science experiments at 2 p.m., and again at 3:30 p.m., at the Pohick Regional Library. For children ages 6 to 12. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
The Fairfax Saxophone Quartet performs 8 p.m., at the Summer Concert Series on the lawn of the Veterans Amphitheater at City Hall, Fairfax. Event is free, and participants are encouraged to bring their own seating. Concert cancellations are available on the city's event line at 703-273-1776. For more information, call 703-385-7858.
Book Discussion. Kings Park Library presents an all-female discussion group at 7 p.m. Check out Katherine Paterson's movie and book of "Jacob I Have Loved." For girls 11-15 with an adult. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register 703-978-5400.
Battle of the Bands. Jaxx Concert Hall and Night Club presents the Elimination Round of the Battle of the Bands. Doors open at 7 p.m., and tickets are $6. Bands include The Nuclears, Cadet Pedro, Death to Superstars and The Hurting Truth. Band order decided on night of show. Jaxx is located at 6355 Rolling Road, West Springfield. 703-569-5940.
College Night. TT Reynolds presents College Night, featuring a live DJ. TT Reynolds is located at 10414 Main St., Fairfax. 703-591-9292.
'Fahrenheit 9/11.' The Institute of Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University and Cinema Arts Theatre sponsor a special screening of "Fahrenheit 9/11" at 7:40 p.m. After the viewing, a guest panel will discuss the movie and then open the floor to comments and questions. Tickets are $8.50 for adults and $5.75 for seniors 60 years old and older, and students with valid ID. The theater is located in the Fair City Mall, 9650 Main St., Fairfax.
<cal1>Friday/July 9
<cal2>Virginia Campaign 101, a project of the 21st Century Democrats, is an all-inclusive weekend to teach 100 High School students from across Virginia all the skills necessary to participate in or even run a successful political campaign, including campaign organizing, methods of increasing voter turnout, fundraising techniques, and media relations. The workshop runs through Sunday, July 11, at George Mason University, Fairfax. Cost is $100. To register or for more information, call 202-626-5620 or go to http://www.21stcenturydems.org/training/about_campaign_101/. Pre-registration required.
Flamenco Concert. Royal Lake Park presents Flamenco Dancers as part of their free summer concert series at 7:30 p.m. Royal Lake Park is located at 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax. For more information, call 703-324-8702.
Friday Flicks. Bring a lunch and watch a movie at noon. Ages 3-5 with an adult. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register 703-978-5400.
Dinosaur Presentation. Members of the Maryland Science Center show how rocks, bones and tracks help scientists learn about these extinct animals 11 a.m., at the Pohick Regional Library. For children ages 5 to 8. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
Concert. Spectre, Aphile and Oddzar perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Doors open at 8 p.m., and this show is 18 and up. For more information, call 703-591-9292.
Bingo Night. The City of Fairfax sponsors bingo night at 7:30 p.m., at Fire Station 3. Prizes include a $1,000 jackpot. Fire Station 3 is located at 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. For more information, call 703-273-3638.
Outdoor Show. Little Malcolm and the Zydeco House Rockers perform 7:30 p.m., at the Kingstowne Towne Center, as part of the Lee District Nights series. For information about rain cancellation, call 703-941-1730. For more information about the concert, call 703-324-8566. Kingstowne Towne Center is located at 5955 Kingstowne Center.
Book Club. The Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia hosts a book club and discussion group, where each month a new book is examined. Next meeting takes place at 10:30 a.m. in the JCCNV Women’s Room. Contact Carla Rosenfeld at 703-323-0880, ext. 37 or carlar@jccnv.org to get on the book club list. JCCNV is located at 3018 Javier Road.
Outdoor Show. The unique sounds of the David Bach Consort takes place at Lake Accotink at 7:30 p.m. Lake Accotink is located at 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield. For more information, call 703-569-0285. For rain cancellation, call 703-425-9300.
Firefly Hunt. Hidden Pond Nature Center sponsors After Dark in the Park-Fireflies from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. After an informative talk, participants go on to search and find firefly Alonso's Abugatta's firefly safari. Cost is $3. Open to all ages, and reservations are required. Hidden Pond Nature Center is located at 8511 Greeley Blvd., Springfield. 703-451-9588.
<cal1>Saturday/July 10
<cal2>Outdoor Show. Fairfax Corner presents a cappella group Cartoon Johnny as part of its Summer Concert Series. Show begins at 5 p.m., in the Fountain Plaza located outside the Cinemas. Free. For more information, call 703-631-7529.
Digging Up the Past. Meet a real archeologist, and look at the world from a new perspective at 10:30 a.m., at the Richard Byrd Library. For children ages 8 to 12. The Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. To register, call 703-451-8055.
Live Concert. Dokken performs at Jaxx Concert Hall and Night Club to promote its upcoming album "Hell to Pay." Dokken is joined by L.A. Guns and Intangible. This show is 21 and up. Tickets are $25, and doors open at 7:30 p.m. For more information or for tickets, visit www.jaxxroxx.com. Jaxx is located at 6355 Rolling Road, West Springfield.
Live Music. The Sam Fisher Band, along with Johnny Ireland, performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more information, call 703-591-9292.
Community Market. The Downtown Fairfax Coalition hosts a community market from 8 a.m.-1p.m., at the corner of West and Main Streets, behind the historic Fairfax County Courthouse. Items for sale include vegetables, plants, arts, crafts, jewelry, hand-made pottery and baked goods. For more information, call 703-430-6164.
Bob Brown Puppets. Bob Brown presents "Teddy Bear's Picnic," a show depicting adventures through the woods with a bear and his friends, at 10 a.m. at Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station. For more information, call 703-323-6601.
<cal1>Sunday/July 11
<cal2>Karaoke Night at TT Reynolds. Singing begins at 8 p.m. TT Reynolds is located at 10414 Main St., Fairfax. 703-591-9292.
Dog Day Afternoon. Treat your canine companion to a special cruise aboard Lake Accotink Park's mighty pontoon boat at 2 p.m. at Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield. Open to patrons ages 8 to adult. Tour boats canceled in case of inclement weather. One dog per adult. Cost is $3, and reservations are required.
For more information, call 703-569-0285.
<cal1>Monday/July 12
<cal2>Crafty Kids. Summer camp crafts starts at 3 p.m. Age 6-12. Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register 703-978-5400.
Genealogy on the Web. The Fairfax City Library presents an event where participants can research family history using the Internet. Event begins at 7 p.m. The Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. To register, call 703-293-6227.
Book Discussion. Richard Byrd Library holds a discussion group for "Girl With a Pearl Earring" by Tracy Chevalier, 7 p.m. Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. To register, call 703-451-8055.
Live Music. TT Reynolds presents Dave Hill with New Music Showcase. TT Reynolds is located at 10414 Main St., Fairfax. 703-591-9292.
<cal1>Tuesday/July 13
<cal2>Traveling Tales. Stories, activities, and a craft about traveling. Ages 3-5 with an adult. 10:30 a.m., at Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register 703-978-5400.
Computers Demystified. Enjoy a leisurely tour of hidden goodies on the computer and the Internet in a series of classes. Begins at 7 p.m., at Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register 703-978-5400.
Books and Movies. Pohick Regional Library presents the Reel Book Club at 6:30 p.m. Participants read "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White, watch the movie, then discuss the two. For children/teens ages 8 to 16. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
Foster Care Informational Meeting. Adolescent and Family Growth Center Inc. will be open from 5-7 p.m., to give an overview of Treatment Foster Care with AFGC. Social Workers will be available to speak with anyone interested in foster parenting. Come find out more about foster care in Northern Virginia. For more information, call 703-425-9200 or visit at www.afgcinc.com.
Farmer's Market. The City of Fairfax Farmers Market is open 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Van Dyck Park, 3730 Old Lee Highway. For more information, call 703-324-5390.
<cal1>Wednesday/July 14
<cal2>Tiny Tots Series. Fairfax Corner hosts the Little Tots Summer Fun Series at 10:30 a.m. in the Fountain Plaza located outside the Fairfax Corner Cinemas. Activities include Silly Socks Puppet Theater's "The Ugly Dragling." Free. For more information, call 703-631-7529.
Interactive Performance. Pohick Regional Library presents "Ssuuna," music, dance and storytelling from Uganda, with plenty of audience participation at 2:30 p.m. The Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
Storytelling. Pohick Regional Library presents, "If You Take a Mouse to the Library" at 7 p.m. Meet the Mouse and Pig from Laura Numeroff's books. For children ages 2 to 6 with adult. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
Storytelling. Richard Byrd Library presents "Monkey See, Monkey Do," a series of stories and activities for children ages 2 to 5 at 10:30 a.m. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. To register, call 703-451-8055.
Outdoor Show. Irish Breakfast Band celebrates music and dance in the Irish tradition at 7:30 p.m. at Lee District Park, 6601 Telegraph Road. For more information, call 703-922-9841. For rain cancellation call 703-971-6262.
<cal1>Thursday/July 15
<cal2>The Children's Concert with the City of Fairfax Band, 7:30 p.m., at the Summer Concert Series on the lawn of the Veterans Amphitheater at City Hall, Fairfax. Event is free, and participants are encouraged to bring their own seating. If it rains on the day of the event, the show will take place in the Fairfax High School Auditorium. For more information, call 703-385-7858.
Story Time. The Fairfax City Regional Library presents "Barnyard Friends," stories and activities for children ages 3-5 with adult, at 10:30 a.m. The Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. To register, call 703-293-6227.
Storytelling. Pohick Regional Library presents, "If You Take a Mouse to the Library" at 7 p.m. Meet the Mouse and Pig from Laura Numeroff's books. For children ages 2 to 6 with adult. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
Live Show. Jaxx Concert Hall and Nightclub presents Best of the Beatles, featuring Pete Best, founding member and original drummer of The Beatles. This is an all ages show, and doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. Jaxx is located at 6355 Rolling Road, West Springfield. 703-569-5940.
College Night. TT Reynolds presents College Night, featuring a live DJ. TT Reynolds is located at 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more information, call 703-591-9292.
<cal1>Friday/July 16
<cal2>Concert. Royal Lake Park presents Liz Masterson and Sean Blackburn as part of their free summer concert series at 7:30 p.m. Royal Lake Park is located at 5344 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax. For more information, call 703-324-8702
Movie Presentation. Pohick Regional Library presents Kinderflicks at 11:30 a.m., for children ages 2 to 6, with an adult. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch and enjoy videos. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. To register, call 703-644-7333.
Live Show. Naked Beggars and Korupt perform at Jaxx Concert Hall and Nightclub at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, and the show is open to patrons 21 and up. Event features Jeff LeBar and Eric Brittingham of Cinderella. Jaxx is located at 6355 Rolling Road, West Springfield. 703-569-5940.
Live Music. Bloodshot performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more information, call 703-591-9292 or visit www.ttreynolds.com.
Bingo Night. The City of Fairfax sponsors bingo night at 7:30 p.m., at Fire Station 3. Prizes include a $1,000 jackpot. Fire Station 3 is located at 4081 University Drive, Fairfax. For more information, call 703-273-3638.
Outdoor Show. The Hula Monsters perform 7:30 p.m., at the Kingstowne Towne Center, as part of the Lee District Nights series. For information about rain cancellation, call 703-941-1730. For more information about the concert, call 703-324-8566. Kingstowne Towne Center is located at 5955 Kingstowne Center.
Fairfax Symphony "Summer Band" performs at 7:30 p.m. at Lake Accotink, 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield. For more information call 703-569-0285. For rain cancellation call 703-425-9300.
Night at the Movies. The City of Fairfax presents "Movies Under the Moon" at 8:30 p.m., at the George Mason University Robinson Football Field. Feature film for the evening is "Spy Kids 3D." Admission is free, call 703-323-6333 for more information.
<cal1>Saturday/July 17
<cal2>Outdoor Concert. Fairfax Corner presents pop/rock group Naked Blue as part of its Summer Concert Series. Show begins at 5 p.m., in the Fountain Plaza located outside the Cinemas. Free. For more information, call 703-631-7529.
What's the Matter? Learn some chemistry and what causes fizz, foam and flash. Presented by the Maryland Science Center at 2 p.m., at Kings Park Library, 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. Call to register 703-978-5400.
Interactive Performance. Richard Byrd Library presents, "Ssuuna," magic, dance and storytelling from Uganda, with plenty of audience participation, at 10:15 a.m. The Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. To register, call 703-451-8055.
Live Show. Tengo Ongo performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more information, call 703-591-9292 or visit www.ttreynolds.com.
Community Market. The Downtown Fairfax Coalition hosts a community market from 8 a.m.-1p.m., at the corner of West and Main Streets, behind the historic Fairfax County Courthouse. Items for sale include vegetables, plants, arts, crafts, jewelry, hand-made pottery and baked goods. For more information, call 703-430-6164.
Live Concert. Fair Oaks Shopping Center presents a free, two-hour concert featuring the band Double Digit, as well as various jazz bands, at noon. DJ Al Santos from Smooth Jazz 105.9 FM WJZW will host the event in the Grand Court. For more information, call 703-359-8302 or visit www.ShopFairOaksMall.com. Fair Oaks Shopping Center is located at 11750 Fair Oaks, Fairfax.
Outdoor Concert. Burke Lake Park presents the Fairfax Symphony "OTO Brass Quintet" at 10 a.m. Free. Burke Lake Park is located at 7315 Ox Road in Fairfax Station. For more information, call 703-323-6601.
Butterfly Safari. Hidden Pond Nature Center sponsors a butterfly safari from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Through netting, identifying and releasing park butterfly species seen on the safari, naturalist Alonso Abugattas will give participants a close look at some of nature's most colorful creatures. Event is $3 and is open to all ages. Reservations required. Hidden Pond Nature Center is located at 8511 Greeley Blvd., Springfield. For more information, call 703-451-9588. Canceled if rain.
Night at the Movies. The City of Fairfax presents "Movies Under the Moon" at 8:30 p.m. at the George Mason University Robinson Football Field. Feature film for the evening is "Seabiscuit." Admission is free, call 703-323-6333 for more information.