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<cal1>Friday/Nov. 26

<cal2>Holiday Celebration Kick Off. Reston Town Center plays host to four events, which kick off the holiday-season celebration. The Reston Mile/Race for the Kids is free to children ages 3-18 and money raised by corporate sponsors is donated to Neediest Kids Inc. Race registration takes place at 7:30 a.m. and the races begin at 8:30 a.m. Register at www.neediestkids.org. RestonÕs 14th Annual Holiday Parade kicks off at 11 a.m. This yearÕs parade celebrates RestonÕs 40th Anniversary with RestonÕs founder, Robert E. Simon Jr., as grand marshal. To participate in the parade, contact nicole@myerspr.com. Visits with Santa will be available from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Photos will be $10 and all proceeds will benefit the Friends of Reston. At 6 p.m., the official Tree Lighting at Mercury Fountain followed by a sing along led by Reston Chorale, and an appearance by Santa Claus who will light up Reston Town Center. For more information, visit www.restontowncenter.com.

Arts & Crafts Showcase. Presented by the members of the Northern Virginia Handcrafters Guild, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., S.E., Vienna. Admission $1. Features 75 artists, including hand-woven items by Jane Kinzler Anthony of Reston. For samples of the crafters' work visit www.nvhg.org.

<cal1>Saturday/Nov. 27

<cal2>Arts & Crafts Showcase. Presented by the members of the Northern Virginia Handcrafters Guild, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., S.E., Vienna. Admission $1. Features 75 artists, including hand-woven items by Jane Kinzler Anthony of Reston. For samples of the crafters' work visit www.nvhg.org.

Ballet Performance. Classical Ballet Theatre of Herndon presents "The Nutcracker," at the Northern Virginia Community College in Annandale. Lindsay Benson of Oak Hill dances the part of the Sugar Plum Fairy at the matinee performance, while Monica Dorna dances the part in the evening. Show times are 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $12 for children/students/seniors, and are available by calling 703-471-0750 or visit tickets@cbanva.com.

<cal1>Sunday/Nov. 28

<cal2>Arts & Crafts Showcase. Presented by the members of the Northern Virginia Handcrafters Guild, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., S.E., Vienna. Admission $1. Features 75 artists, including hand-woven items by Jane Kinzler Anthony of Reston. For samples of the crafters' work visit www.nvhg.org.

Ballet Performance. Classical Ballet Theatre of Herndon presents "The Nutcracker," at the Northern Virginia Community College in Annandale. Lindsay Benson of Oak Hill dances the part of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Show time is 2 p.m. Tickets are $18 for adults and $12 for children/students/seniors, and are available by calling 703-471-0750 or visit tickets@cbanva.com.

<cal1>Tuesday/Nov. 30

<cal2>Holiday Shop Opens. Find gifts and decorations at giveaway prices at the Bargain Loft's Holiday Shop located at 336 Victory Drive in Herndon, hours Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Previously owned items including toys, jewelry, art, wreaths, artificial trees, tree lights and vintage ornaments. The Bargain Loft will be closed Nov. 25-29 in preparation for the opening of the Holiday Shop. For additional bargains on regular items, be sure to visit the Bargain Loft the week before Thanksgiving when most merchandise is reduced to half price.

Native American Tales. Stories and activities, 10:30 a.m. For ages 4-6 with adults. At the Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive. Call to register, 703-689-2700.

<cal1>Wednesday/Dec. 1

<cal2>Club Meeting. Mothers First - Herndon/Reston is meeting from 10 a.m.-noon, at the Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., Herndon. Call 703-827-5922 or visit www.mothersfirst.org.

Fitness Seminar. Foam rolling or self-myofascial release, a way to restore muscles to optimum alignment and extensibility. Find out how a $10 piece of equipment can reduce stress in joints and soreness in muscles while improving flexibility. The foam roll is used to apply gentle

pressure to release knots or adhesions in the muscles that create altered movement patterns. The 90-minute workshop costs $40, which includes a 1-foot foam roll along with a descriptive handout detailing the exercises demonstrated during the workshop. 7-8:30 p.m., at Blue Star Fitness' studio inside the ReCharge Wellness Center at 1041 Sterling Road, Suite 101 in Herndon. Call 703-481-4400 to register.

Sleepy Bears. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities. Ages 2-3 with an adult. Call 703-689-2700 to register.

<cal1>Thursday/Dec. 2

<cal2>Senior Cinema. "Dr. Seuss's How the Ginch Stole Christmas," starring Jim Carrey at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., at 2 p.m. Refreshments and a movie are free. All movies are rated PG or PG-13. For more information, call 703-435-6868 or visit www.herndon-va.gov.

Sleepy Time Tales. Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St. Stories and activities. Ages 2-3 with an adults, 10:30 a.m.; ages 3-5, 2 p.m. Call 703-437-8855 to register.

Circle Time. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. Interactive story time for adult and child. Ages 13-17 months with an adults. Call 703-689-2700 for more information.

Practice Your English. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7 p.m. Beginner-level conversation group for people learning English. For adults. Call 703-689-2700 for more information.

<cal1>Friday/Dec. 3

<cal2>Holiday Bazaar. Great Falls Studios announces its holiday arts and crafts bazaar, at the Great Falls Library, from noon-5 p.m., featuring pottery, jewelry, hand bags, decorative boxes, photography, collage, mixed media, as well as oil, water color and acrylic painting. A percentage of the event's proceeds will go to support the library.

Holiday Shop. Dranesville Elementary School, 1515 Powells Tavern Place, Herndon, will be hosting its annual holiday shop, from 5:30-9 p.m. This event features Make it and Take it crafts Ñ crafts for the students to make as holiday gifts for their family and friends. Also at the event will be home-based business vendors. The crafts will be in the school cafeteria and the vendors will be in the lobby area.

Craft Fair and Holiday Shop, 4-8 p.m., at Floris Elementary School, 2708 Centreville Road, Herndon. Children can experience the joy of giving as they choose gifts for their moms, dads, grandparents and friends. Space is still available at the craft fair. For information call Karen Downs, Floris PTA craft fair committee chair, at 703-476-1037.

Holiday Luncheon. The Reston Community Center Senior Academy's Holiday Luncheon, from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at

the Sheraton Reston Hotel. Gifts will be given and lunch will feature a performance of barbershop favorites by the Harmony Heritage Barbershop Chorus. Free bus transportation from the Hunters Woods Fellowship House, the Lake Anne Fellowship House and Thoreau Place is available on request. Contact Eileen Boone, senior adult program director, to arrange for transportation or to obtain further information, at 703-390-6157. Register either in person or by faxing a completed RCC registration form to 703-476-8617. This event is for persons age 55 and older. Admission is $18 for Reston residents and $26 for all others.

Holiday Show. The Herndon Towne Square Singers will be presenting its annual winter holiday show ÒWinterlude Ð A Season of the Heart,Ó at 7:30 p.m. The performances will be held at the Industrial Strength Theatre located at 269 in the Sunset Business Park in Herndon. Feature holiday tunes familiar to all audience members. Tickets can be purchased at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., or from members of the Herndon Towne Square Singers. For more information, contact the Herndon Community Center at 703-435-6868.

Holiday Nature Craft. Come and learn how to decorate your home or holiday tree with nature's treasures at the Herndon Community Center. Create a beautiful ornament for holiday display with gifts from Mother Nature. This event is for families and children of all ages and will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The fee is $7 per person, which includes all supplies. The Herndon Community Center is located at 814 Ferndale Ave. For more information call 703-435-6868 or register online at www.herndon-va.gov.

Reston VIP. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 2 p.m. Support group for people with vision loss. For adults, Call 703-689-2700.

<cal1>Saturday/Dec. 4

<cal2>Holiday Bazaar. Great Falls Studios announces its holiday arts and crafts bazaar, at the Great Falls Library, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., featuring pottery, jewelry, hand bags, decorative boxes, photography, collage, mixed media, as well as oil, water color and acrylic painting. A percentage of the event's proceeds will go to support the library.

Holiday Shop. St. Timothy's Episcopal Church will be holding a Holiday Shop, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., to support its missions program. Vendors will be selling jewelry, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Tupperware, Quiet Places, Christmas decorations and much more. There will also be several raffles. St. Timothy's Church is located at 432 Van Buren St. in Herndon. For more information, contact Marybeth Henry at 703-742-6694.

Chorale Performance. The Reston Chorale opens its 37th concert season with its annual holiday concert, ÒA Seasonal Celebration.Ó The evening celebrates of the sounds of the season in two featured performances at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., at

the Reston Community Center. Includes two original works composed specifically for The Reston Chorale through

the commission of the John and Susan Adney Foundation. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for seniors and youth. Tickets are available through the Community Center box office, 703-476-1111; for more information, visit www.restonchorale.org.

Holiday Bazaar. Heritage Fellowship UUC, 2501 Fox Mill Road, Reston, will hold its annual Christmas Bazaar, from noon- 4 p.m. Includes jewelry; African artifacts; hats; baked goods; afro-centric Christmas gifts; cards, cosmetics, and health-care baskets; and African clothing and accessories. transportation provided by calling 703-620-9515 and press 8.

Dog Adoption. Reston Town Center and local nonprofit Gooddogz.org will hold a Home 4 the Holidays Super Dog Adoption, at Reston Town Center, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Both all-breed and purebred dog rescue organizations will be on hand with adoptable dogs. Several local pet businesses will also be exhibiting their special products and services for the holiday season. For more details about how your group or organization can participate in the Home 4 the Holidays Super Adoption event, contact events@gooddogz.org or 571-233-4557.

AD/HD Workshop. "Motivation And Educational Coaching." During this workshop, watch the video ÒLook What YouÕve Done!Ó by Dr. Robert Brooks, a nationally-known expert on learning disabilities. He offers practical strategies for helping children develop the confidence and resilience they will need to succeed. 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Educational Connections, Inc., 12801 Worldgate Drive, fifth-floor conference room, Herndon. Cost: $10, snacks provided. Optional: 12-12:30 p.m., best practices discussion. RSVP by calling 703-264-7400 or by sending an e-mail to ann@educational-connections.com.

Holiday Show. The Herndon Towne Square Singers will be presenting its annual winter holiday show ÒWinterlude Ð A Season of the Heart,Ó at 7:30 p.m. The performances will be held at the Industrial Strength Theatre located at 269 in the Sunset Business Park in Herndon. Feature holiday tunes familiar to all audience members. Tickets can be purchased at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., or from members of the Herndon Towne Square Singers. For more information, contact the Herndon Community Center at 703-435-6868.

Homes Tour. Five homes that span more than 100 years of Herndon history will be open to the public, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., beginning at the Herndon Depot Museum, 717 Lynn St. Each home will showcase holiday arrangements by area florists For more information, including ticket prices and sales locations, call 703-437-7289.

Holiday Open House. Hand bell choirs, refreshments, childrenÕs craft and door prize. Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All ages. For more information call 703-437-8855.

Kaydee Puppets. ÒSnow White & the Seven Dwarfs,Ó presented by the Kaydee Puppets. Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., 2 p.m. For all ages. To register call 703-437-8855.

<cal1>Sunday/Dec. 5

<cal2>Holiday Show. The Herndon Towne Square Singers will be presenting its annual winter holiday show ÒWinterlude Ð A Season of the Heart,Ó at 2 p.m. The performances will be held at the Industrial Strength Theatre located at 269 in the Sunset Business Park in Herndon. Feature holiday tunes familiar to all audience members. Tickets can be purchased at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., or from members of the Herndon Towne Square Singers. For more information, contact the Herndon Community Center at 703-435-6868.

Musical Comedy. "Trout Fishing in America" comes to CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, at 3 p.m. Performed by returning duo Keith and Ezra, the show includes wry and sly songs about children, the suburbs, parents and community. Suitable for all ages. Tickets $10. Call 703-476-4500 for tickets. For more information about Keith and Ezra, visit www.troutmusic.com.

Holiday Crafts Show. The 26th annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon. Free admission. Includes more than 100 artisans and crafts people with wares on exhibit for sale. Refreshments available for purchase. Visitors requested not to bring strollers inside the building because of limited space. For more information, call 703-435-6868.

Open House. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 1-3 p.m. Refreshments, music and seasonal crafts for children. All ages. Call 703-689-2700 for more information.

<cal1>Monday/Dec. 6

<cal2>AD/HD Workshop. "Effective Strategies for Helping AD/HD Children." This workshop will focus on the implications of AD/HD at home and in the classroom, and how parents can help their children become more successful and independent learners. Presenter Ann Dolin, M.Ed., Educational Connections, Inc. At 12801 Worldgate Drive, fifth-floor conference room,Ê Herndon, from 7-9 p.m. Cost $20 for materials and refreshments. RSVP by calling 703-264-7400 or by sending an e-mail to ann@educational-connections.com.

<cal1>Tuesday/Dec. 7

<cal2>Cookie Crumbles. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities. Ages 4-6 with adult. Call 703-689-2700 to register.

<cal1>Wednesday/Dec. 8

<cal2>Club Meeting. Mothers First - Herndon/Reston is meeting from 10 a.m.-noon, at the Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., Herndon. Call 703-827-5922 or visit www.mothersfirst.org.

Fitness Seminar. The core stabilization seminar will teach participants how to strengthen the important muscles of the midsection. In this seminar, participants will learn how to contract their core to improve stability. They will also learn a series of exercises to strengthen their core to reduce back pain, improve postural endurance and tighten their

mid-section. This 90-minute workshop costs $30. 7-8:30 p.m., at Blue Star Fitness' studio inside the ReCharge Wellness Center at 1041 Sterling Road, Suite 101 in Herndon. Call 703-481-4400 to register.

MOMS Club. The MOMS Club of Reston offers play groups, outings, community-service projects and much more. Meetings held at 10 a.m., on the second Wednesday of every month. Children welcome at all activities. The Reston chapter is open to residents of ZIP codes 20190, 20191 and 20194. For more information, call 1-800-520-0801 Ext. 1524, or e-mail MomsClubofReston@onebox.com.

Book Discussion. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. Call, 703-689-2700, for the monthÕs selection. For adults.

<cal1>Thursday/Dec. 9

<cal2>Kittens & Mittens. Stories, activities and a craft. Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., 10:30 a.m. Age 2-3 with an adult. Call 703-437-8855 to register.

Practice Your English. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7 p.m. Beginner-level conversation group for people learning English. For adults. Call 703-689-2700 for more information.

Alphababies. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities. Ages 18-23 months with an adult. Call 703-689-2700 to register.

Celebrate Audio Books. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7:30 p.m. Recorded Books Inc. demonstrations the libraryÕs new downloadable audio book system and a star narrator reads selections. For adults. Call 703-689-2700 for more information.

FriendsÕ Book Discussion. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7:30 p.m. Call, 703-689-2700, for this monthÕs selection. For adults.

<cal1>Friday/Dec. 10

<cal2>Support Group Meeting. The Epilepsy Foundation of the Chesapeake Region is sponsoring a support group for adults diagnosed with seizure disorders and caregivers. Free. The Reston epilepsy group will meet Dec. 10, from 7-8:30 p.m., at Herndon High School, entrance 5, room 123, 700 Bennett St., Herndon. For information, call 703-425-6660.

Studio Series. The Design Studios of Reston will be hosting its Second Friday Studio Series, from 6-9 p.m., at 11411 Sunset Hills Road, Reston. The night's topic is Refining the Art of Original Gifting. The event is free and includes light refreshments.

<cal1>Sunday/Dec. 12

<cal2>National Theater Trip. The Reston Association hosts a trip to see a matinee of the musical ÒMovin OutÓ at the National Theater, from 12:30Ð5:30 p.m. The score consists of Billy Joel songs created over several decades, used to follow the story of a group of friends from high school, through war and the difficult adjustment to civilian life after military service. Fees: $93 Reston Association members; $98 non members. Ages: all ages welcome, children under 4 not permitted in theater. Bus pick-up locations: Lake Anne Fellowship House, Thoreau Place and Hunters Woods Fellowship House. Call 703-435-6577 for more information.

Tea Dance. The Reston Community Center's

Senior Academy Tea Dance from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Dancers of all skill levels are invited to fox-trot, swing, cha-cha and waltz to the music of new disc jockey, Michael Rye, at the Hunters Woods Reston Community Center. Includes mini dance lessons, door prizes and light refreshments. Partners are not required. Admission is $3 per person and the dance is intended for persons age 18 or older. For further information, directions, or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Reston Community Center at 703-476-4500 (V/TTY). The Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods, is located in the Hunters Woods Shopping Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road. For information visit http://www.restoncommunitycenter.com.

<cal1>Monday/Dec. 13

<cal2>GRACE Workshop. The Greater Reston Arts center (GRACE) presents a children's workshop from 3:30-5 p.m., at the Greater Reston Arts center Gallery, 11911 Freedom Drive, Suite 110, Reston. Registration is recommended. Cost $8 per session for members, $12 for nonmembers. For grades kindergarten-sixth. For more information, visit www.Restonarts.org/education.htm or call 703-471-9242.

<cal1>Tuesday/Dec. 14

<cal2>Toy Box Tales. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. Stories and activities. Ages 2-3 with an adult. Call 703-689-2700 to register.

<cal1>Wednesday/Dec. 15

<cal2>Fitness Seminar. Fitness through empowerment seminar, participants will learn everything they need to know to get into shape including nutritional and exercise guidelines and a review of current myths in the diet and exercise world. This 90-minute workshop costs $30. 7-8:30 p.m., at Blue Star Fitness' studio inside the ReCharge Wellness Center at 1041 Sterling Road, Suite 101 in Herndon. Call 703-481-4400 to register.

The Polar Express P.J. Celebrating Chris van AllsburgÕs classic with stories and activities. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7:15 p.m. All ages. Call 703-689-2700 to register.

<cal1>Thursday/Dec. 16

<cal2>Art Workshop for Teens. "Joseph CornellÕs Boxes," a look at how Joseph Cornell created his boxes as very personal expressions. After a brief discussion, students will learn how to create their own boxes using a variety of materials. For young people in grades seven-12. The cost per session is $8 for members of GRACE and $12 for nonmembers. Pre registration is recommended since space is limited and participation is on a first-come first-served basis. Call 703-471-9242 to register. For more information, visit www.restonarts.org/education.htm. All workshops will be held at the Greater Reston Arts Center in Reston Town Center. Senior Cinema. "A Christmas Story" at the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., at 2 p.m. Refreshments and a movie are free. All movies are rated PG or PG-13. For more information, call 703-435-6868 or visit www.herndon-va.gov.

Practice Your English. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7 p.m. Beginner-level conversation group for people learning English. For adults.

<cal1>Friday/Dec. 17

<cal2>Winter Holiday Dance. Gotta Swing hosts a dance at the Dulles Hilton, 13869 Park Center Road in Herndon, includes treats, decorations and Swingin' Santa. Daryl Davis is the live band. Beginner class from 8:30-9 p.m. followed by the band between 9-midnight. Cost $12 per person. Visit www.gottaswing.com for more information.

Jazz Performance. The Caroline Drury Trio performs at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, at 8 p.m. Suitable for age 13 and up. Tickets are $15. Call 703-476-4500 for tickets. For more information about Drury, visit www.carolinedrury.com.

<cal1>Saturday/Dec. 18

<cal2>Comedy. Mark BrutschŽ is "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, at 3 p.m. Local BrutschŽ is a veteran of the Kennedy Center's long-running "Sheer Madness." Suitable for all ages. Cost $10. Call 703-476-4500 for tickets.

Carousel Puppets. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 10:30 a.m. The Holly Follies, a North Pole talent show. All ages. Call 703-689-2700 to register.

<cal1>Thursday/Dec. 30

<cal2>Practice Your English. Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, 7 p.m. Beginner-level conversation group for people learning English. For adults.

<cal1>Sunday/Jan. 30

<cal2>Film Series. The Independent and International Film Series at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, presents "Gaza Strip." Free, tickets required and must be picked up at the customer service desk or CenterStage box office. Limit four per person. For ages 18 and older.

<cal1>Sunday/Feb. 13

<cal2>Classical Concert. Nokuthula Ngwenyama in concert at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, at 3 p.m. Ngwenyama performs her classical chamber repertoire on both viola and violin. Suitable for ages 9 and up. Cost $15. For tickets, call 703-476-4500. For more information about Ngwenyama, visit www.ngwenyama.com.

Film Series. The Independent and International Film Series at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, presents "Whale Rider." Free, tickets required and must be picked up at the customer service desk or CenterStage box office. Limit four per person. For ages 18 and older.

<cal1>Saturday/Feb. 19

<cal2>New Orleans Jazz. Marcus Belgrave and Charlie Gabriel in "Detroit's New Orleans Connection," at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, at 8 p.m. Suitable for ages 9 and up. Cost $15. For tickets, call 703-476-4500. For more information about Belgrave and Gabriel, visit www.zajoncvalentimanagement.com.

<cal1>Sunday/March 13

<cal2>Film Series. The Independent and International Film Series at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, presents "Dirty Pretty Things." Free, tickets required and must be picked up at the customer service desk or CenterStage box office. Limit four per person. For ages 18 and older.

<cal1>Sunday/April 10

<cal2>Film Series. The Independent and International Film Series at CenterStage at the Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, presents "The Triplets of Belleville." Free, tickets required and must be picked up at the customer service desk or CenterStage box office. Limit four per person. For ages 18 and older.

<cal1>Tuesday/May 24

<cal2>Writers Series. Author Rebecca Goldstein will be at the Reston Regional Library at 7:30 p.m., as part of the Nextbook Metro Washington, D.C. series, a joint program of Nextbook, the Fairfax County Public Library and the Washington, D.C. Jewish Community Center, where leading writers from around the world visit locations throughout the area to discuss their work and its relationship to Jewish history and culture. Free, reservation encouraged either online at www.nextbook.org or by calling toll free, 888-621-2230 weekdays between noon-5 p.m.