Wednesday/June 9
<cal2>The McLean Photo Club has its next regular meeting at the McLean Community Center. Meet and greet from 7-7:30 p.m. Meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.
Bill Cosby. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $20. In-house tickets, $36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Scrub-a-Dub. 10:30 a.m. Bath-time stories and activities. Ages 2-5 with adult. At Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. Call 703-356-0770.
Jump into Summer. 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities. Ages 2-3 with adult. At Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. To register, call 703-790-8088.
Claude Moore Colonial Garden Party Plant Sale. Sponsored by the Red Hat Club. 6 - 9 p.m., the Pavilions of Turkey Run Claude Moore Colonial Farm. Wear a floppy straw hat and dress well. Light refreshments and a cash bar. Free, open to the public. For more information, call Peggy Jarman at 703-821-0545.
<cal1>Thursday/June 10
<cal2>Boney James with special guest Kem. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $22. In-house tickets, $36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
The Fabulettes rekindle the girl group sound of the 1960s. 7:30 p.m., at Nottoway Park, 9601 Courthouse Road, Vienna. Free. For more information, call 703-938-7532, Ext. 2, Option 2. Concert canceled in case of rain.
<cal1>Friday/June 11
<cal2>The Pizazz Show Choir from West Springfield High School performs at 2 p.m., at Tysons Corner Center, lower level, Community Stage. Call 703-893-9400 or visit www.ShopTysons.com.
“Fame” and “Celebrate,” two young performing groups comprising 36 boys and girls, perform, 6-7 p.m., at Tysons Corner Center, lower level, Community Stage. Call 703-893-9400 or visit www.ShopTysons.com.
Jonny Lang. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $22. In-house tickets, $36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
The Old Firehouse Teen Center hosts open houses for rising seventh-grade students on June 4 and 11, 7-10 p.m. On June 4, students from Franklin Sherman, Chesterbrook, Kent Gardens and Churchill Road elementary schools may attend the event. On June 11, students from Springhill, Great Falls, Haycock, Colvin Road, Forrestville, Langley School and students from all other private schools may attend. Admission is $5, with the purchase of an Old Firehouse membership, which is $25 for McLean tax district residents and $30 for all others. First-time tryouts are $10. Admission includes a hot dog and a beverage. Parents must come inside the center to sign a waiver before they can leave their children at the center. 1440 Chain Bridge Road in McLean. Call the Teen Center at 703-448-8336.
The Lunch Pack. 12:30 p.m. Bring a lunch and listen to stories. Age 2-6 with adult. At Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. Call 703-356-0770.
<cal1>Saturday/June 12
<cal2>Suburban Safari Hike. 9 a.m. Hikers make a round trip of this undeveloped park land with a stop for a lunch break. Adventurers must be 12 or older, and an adult must accompany hikers younger than 18. The fee is $15 per person, and reservations are required. Call 703-352-5900 or visit www.nvrpa.org to register. Travelers receive directions and activity details with the confirmation materials. At the NVRPA's Upper Potomac Properties, off Seneca Road, Great Falls.
Hosta Garden Tour. 10 a.m., at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Court, Vienna. Perennials with strong color and texture are featured in the tour, led by Northern Virginia Regional Park Associates’ chief horticulturist Doris Rodriguez. Free. Reservations recommended. For more information, call 703-255-3631.
“Dinosaurs Forever!” Dinosaur puppet musical revue. 1:30-2:15 p.m., at Tysons Corner Center, lower level, Community Stage. Call 703-893-9400 or visit www.ShopTysons.com.
“Rite of Strings,” starring Stanley Clarke, Al Dimeola and Jean-Luc Ponty. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Lawn tickets, $22. In-house tickets, $36. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
The Freedom Hill Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution installation of officers takes place at 12 p.m., at the American Legion Post 270, 1355 Balls Hill Road, McLean. Call 703-356-2370 or visit http://users.erols.com/denwards/.
"Strawberry Jam." A silent auction to help fund the renovation of the historic Langley Hill Friends Meetinghouse takes place 7-9 p.m., at 6410 Georgetown Pike, McLean. Fresh strawberry concoctions and live jazz piano are offered, in addition to the items and services auctioned. Contact Susan Hills 703-978-3735 for more information.
AAUW Used Book collection. The McLean Branch of the American Association of University Women is collecting used books, CDs, tapes, videos and software on June 12 and 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the SunTrust Bank, 515 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. No records, textbooks or encyclopedias accepted. Call 703-759-5112. The sale benefits scholarships for women.
<cal1>Sunday/June 13
<cal2>The Dominion Brass performs at 7:30 p.m., at McLean Presbyterian Church, 1020 Balls Hill Road, McLean. The Dominion Brass is made up of some of the D.C. area's top professional and amateur musicians. They will present an evening of music and worship as they give the World Premiere of a new piece by Brian Balmages, "Ite Missa Est" for brass and percussion. Admission is free. An offering benefits Capitol Hill Pregnancy Center and Dominion Music Ministries. Child care is provided. Visit www.thedominionbrass.org.
Zydeco Crayz performs Louisiana roots music as part of the McLean Community Center's Summer Sunday Concerts in the Park. 3 p.m. Free. McLean Central Park is located at the intersection of Old Dominion Drive and Dolley Madison Boulevard. Call 703-790-0123, TTY 703-827-8255 or visit www.mcleancenter.org.
American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra Season Finale. 6 p.m. at George Mason University Center for the Arts, Fairfax. Featuring National Symphony Orchestra violist Eric DeWaardt. Tickets are $14 for adults and $10 for students and seniors and available at door. Call 703-642-8051; to purchase advance tickets, visit www.ayporchestras.org.
The Robert Cray Band, the Keb’ Mo’ Band and the Blind Boys of Alabama perform at 1 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. In advance, lawn tickets are $18, in-house tickets are $30. Day of show, lawn tickets are $22, in-house tickets are $34. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Essence of Tea: Green Teas. Sunday, June 13, 1-3 p.m. The health benefits are well known, but what about the taste benefits? $22. Includes full English tea. Visit www.greenspring.org or call 703-642-5173 for reservations.
<cal1>Monday/June 14
<cal2>Preschool Storytime. 10:30 a.m. Share stories, songs and fun. Age 1-5 with adult. No registration is required. At Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. To register, call 703-757-8560.
<cal1>Tuesday/June 15
<cal2>Parsons Dance Company and the Ahn Trio. 8:30 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets are $10-$32. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Book Discussion Group. 10:30 a.m. Ask for this month's title at the Information Desk. Adults. At Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. To register, call 703-757-8560.
<cal1>Wednesday/June 16
<cal2>Mothers First – Great Falls is dedicated to supporting women that have chosen to interrupt careers to raise their children at home. Activities include parent/child morning meetings and field trips, moms’ night out, and lectures. June's meetings are June 16 and 30, at 10 a.m., at the Great Falls Library. Call 703-827-5922 or visit www.mothersfirst.org.
Walk in the Wild. 10:30 a.m. Favorite animal stories and activities. Age 3-5 with adult. At Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. Call 703-356-0770.
Lunchtime Tots. 12 p.m. Stories and fun for toddlers. Bring a snack or brown bag lunch. Age 12-23 months with adult. At Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. To register, call 703-790-8088.
<cal1>Friday/June 17
<cal2>Riverdance. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets are $16-$70. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Junkyard Saints performs roots party music. 7:30 p.m., at Nottoway Park, 9601 Courthouse Road, Vienna. Free. For more information, call 703-938-7532, Ext. 2, Option 2. Concert canceled in case of rain.
Grow, Grow, Grow. 2 p.m. Stories, activities, and a craft about gardening. Ages 2-5 with adult. At Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. To register, call 703-757-8560.
Fourth Annual Product Day Event hosted by the Custom Builders Council. 1 - 4 p.m., Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean. For more information, contact Susannah Griffiths at 202-965-6470.
<cal1>Friday/June 18
<cal2>Harem of the Queens, a dance group specializing in North African and Turkish-style dance, performs at 7:30 p.m., at Tysons Corner Center, lower level, Community Stage. Call 703-893-9400 or visit www.ShopTysons.com.
Riverdance. 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets are $16-$70. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Salieri’s "Falstaff," performed by the Wolf Trap Opera Company. 8 p.m., at The Barns at Wolftrap, Vienna. $56. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Seneca to Riverbend Kayak Tour. 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Call Riverbend Park, 703-759-9018. This 8-mile journey begins above the Seneca breaks, moves through Class I/II rapids and weaves through the Potowmack Canal, Watkins Island and Riverbend. Previous kayak experience required. Maximum 10 people. Prepaid reservations required. $65.
<cal1>Saturday/June 19
<cal2>Riverdance. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets are $16-$70. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Dale Alderman, author of "Being a Dad: The Stuff No One Told Me," visits B. Dalton Bookseller, 7932 Tysons Corner Center, McLean, 1-3 p.m., for a book signing.
Colvin Run Dance Band. Dance to the Colvin Run Dance Band's Big Band sound, 9 p.m.-12 a.m., at the Colvin Run School House, 10201 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. $12 per person. Last dance until September. For information, call 703-430-3342.
Peter McCory. 2:30 p.m. Drums, harmonica and more presented by a one-man-band. CDs available for purchase. Sponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Library. All ages. At Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. To register, call 703-757-8560.
Magician Joe Romano. 10:30 a.m. Popular books brought to life through the art of illusion. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library. Ages 6-12. At Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library, 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church. To register, call 703-790-8088.
McLean School of Ballet & Jazz Concert. 7:30 p.m., at the Ernst Theater on the Annandale campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door. Buy tickets at the McLean Arts Center, 1437 Emerson Ave., McLean, or call 703-356-3048.
"Reflections 2004," the Academy of Dance and Movement's recital, is performed at 12 and 4:30 p.m., at McLean High School, 1633 Davidson Road, McLean Performances feature dances from each dance class offered by the studio and dances that will be performed at the Starquest Performing Arts Competition in July. Free.
<cal1>SUNDAY/JUNE 20
<cal2>Mill Run Dulcimer Band Sunday Afternoon Concert. 2-4 p.m., at Colvin Run Mill. The performance is on the lawn if weather permits; otherwise it is in the barn. Donations. For information, call the park at 703-759-2771.
Lisa Moscatiello performs original music as part of the McLean Community Center's Summer Sunday Concerts in the Park. 3 p.m. Free. McLean Central Park is located at the intersection of Old Dominion Drive and Dolley Madison Boulevard. Call 703-790-0123, TTY 703-827-8255 or visit www.mcleancenter.org.
Father's Day Celebration. 12-4 p.m., at Colvin Run Mill Historical Site, 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. The Northern Virginia Wood Carvers will teach a woodcarving lesson followed by a free concert by the Mill Run Dulcimer Band. Homemade ice cream available for 75 cents a cup. Free tours of the mill and miller's house for all fathers accompanied by their children. For more information, call 703-759-2771.
Riverdance. 2 and 8 p.m., at Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts, Vienna. Tickets are $16-$70. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Salieri’s "Falstaff" by the Wolf Trap Opera Company. 2 p.m., at The Barns at Wolftrap, Vienna. $56. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 703-218-6500 or 800-955-5566, or visit www.wolftrap.org.
Many Hats of a Park Ranger. 2-2:45 p.m. Learn about the different things park rangers do at Great Falls Park and parks all over the country. Learn how to help park rangers and the parks in efforts to conserve parklands. Meet at the ranger program area near Overlook 2, or, if weather is inclement, at the Visitor Center auditorium. The program is free; reservations required. Call 703-285-2965.
Wildflower Walk. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Join biology professor Marion Lobstein to learn to identify wildflowers and the roles they play in the ecosystem at Great Falls Park. The program is free; reservations required. Call 703-285-2965.
Cravin' Dogs perform as part of the Concerts on the Green. 6-8 p.m., Great Falls Village Centre, at the corner of Georgetown Pike and Walker Road, Great Falls. Bring a picnic, chairs and blankets. Free to the public. For more information, call Helene Teel at 703-759-2485.
McLean School of Ballet & Jazz Concert. 2 p.m., at the Ernst Theater on the Annandale campus of Northern Virginia Community College. Tickets are $13 in advance, $15 at the door. Buy tickets at the McLean Arts Center, 1437 Emerson Ave., McLean, or call 703-356-3048.