<cal1>Thursday/Sept. 30
<cal2>Home Sweet Home. Kingstowne Library presents stories and activities about homes, at 1 p.m. Open to ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult. To register, call 703-339-4610. Kingstowne Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre.
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.
Theatrical Performance. George Mason University's Center for the Arts and its Multimedia Performance Studio presents Cyburbia Productions' "Silence and Darkness: A Live Movie for the Cell Phone Age." Join Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison as they witness all of the "improvements" their inventions have wrought. Show begins at 8 p.m., at the Performance Studio at Harris Theater. Tickets are $10 general admission, free for GMU students, faculty and staff, and $5 for other students with IDs. For tickets call 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com. Center for the Arts complex is located at the intersection of Braddock Road and route 123.
Debate Watch. George Mason University sponsors an event for the presidential debate. Open to the public, light refreshments served and a roundtable discussion will follow the debate. Event takes place at 8:30 p.m. in GMU's Johnson Center Assembly Rooms B, C, and D. To register or for more information, e-mail Janette Muir at jmuir@gmu.edu or visit www.debates.org/pages/dwoverview.html.
<cal1>Friday/Oct. 1
<cal2>Theatrical Performance. George Mason University's Center for the Arts and its Multimedia Performance Studio presents Cyburbia Productions' "Silence and Darkness: A Live Movie for the Cell Phone Age." Join Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison as they witness all of the "improvements" their inventions have wrought. Show begins at 8 p.m., at the Performance Studio at Harris Theater. Tickets are $10 general admission, free for GMU students, faculty and staff, and $5 for other students with IDs. For tickets call 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com. Center for the Arts complex is located at the intersection of Braddock Road and route 123.
Live Show. The George Mason University Center for the Arts presents Kennedy Center Imagination Celebration Tour's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." Show starts at 8 p.m., at the Concert Hall, and tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 years old and younger. For more information call 703-218-6500 or visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Players Performance. The Springfield Community Theater, in collaboration with the Greenspring Players, present the Neil Simon comedy "The Sunshine Boys" at 7:30 p.m., at Greenspring’s Village Square Theatre, 7410 Spring Village Drive, Springfield. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students. For more information or for tickets call 703-978-7650.
<cal1>Saturday/Oct. 2
<cal2>Flea Market. Springfield-Franconia Host Lion's Club sponsors a flea market at the Springfield Plaza. Cost is $15 per parking space. For schedule or more information, call 703-960-6739.
Memory Walk. The Alzheimers Association sponsors a 2004 Memory Walk for Alzheimers disease at 8:30 a.m., at the George Mason University campus, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the walk begins at 10:00 a.m. To register or make a donation, call 1-800-728-9255 or visit http://ncamemorywalk.kinter.org
Civil War Tour. The Fairfax Station Railroad Museum sponsors a driving and walking tour of the Prince William Civil War sites. Tours take place from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, call 703-978-6820 or 703-978-3371.
Theatrical Performance. George Mason University's Center for the Arts and its Multimedia Performance Studio presents Cyburbia Productions' "Silence and Darkness: A Live Movie for the Cell Phone Age." Join Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison as they witness all of the "improvements" their inventions have wrought. Show begins at 8 p.m., at the Performance Studio at Harris Theater. Tickets are $10 general admission, free for GMU students, faculty and staff, and $5 for other students with IDs. For tickets call 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com. Center for the Arts complex is located at the intersection of Braddock Road and route 123.
Railroad Tour. Fairfax Station Railroad Museum sponsors a fall tour at 8:30 a.m. Participants will tour seldom seen Civil War sites in Prince William County. Stops include the 1st Military Railroad, Blackburn's Ford, Mayfield Fort, Confederate fortifications in and around the Manassas Museum, Jackson's famous Manassas Junction raid, the Canon Branch Fort, the Bristoe Station Battlefield, and more if time allows. Cost is $25 for members, $30 for non-members. All proceeds go to museum. The museum is located at 11200 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station. Participants are asked to bring money for lunch in Old Town Manassas. For more information, call 703-425-9225.
Latin Tribute. The Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra presents the performance "Tribute to Tito Puente," 8 p.m., at the George Mason University Center for the Arts. Tickets are $36, $28, $18, and can be charge by phone at 703-218-6500 or purchased online at www.tickets.com. The Center for the Arts complex is located on the Fairfax campus of GMU at the intersection of Braddock Road and Route 123. For more information, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Fall for Fairfax. The 12th annual Fall for Fairfax takes place from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway. Activities include scarecrow making, hayrides, pumpkin painting, a farmer's market, pony rides, petting zoo, crafts, food, more than 50 exhibitors and merchants, and much more. Admission is free. For more information, call 703-324-3247 or visit www.FallForFairfax.com.
Live Show. The George Mason University Center for the Arts presents Kennedy Center Imagination Celebration Tour's "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." Show starts at 10 a.m., at the Concert Hall, and tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 years old and younger. For more information, call 703-218-6500 or visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Jazz Performance. Rick Whitehead, Washington Metro area's noted jazz guitarist, performs at 8 p.m., at George Mason University's Center for the Arts. Tickets are $18-$36, and can be purchased by calling 703-218-6500.
Country Fair. Pohick Church sponsors its country fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include a hodge-podge yard sale, children's games, moon bounce, turkey shoot, apple butter making and food. For more information, call 703-339-6572. Pohick Church is located at 9301 Richmond Highway, Lorton.
Fashion Show. Truro Church presents the Mother/Daughter Fashion Show and Brunch from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to moms and their daughters, ages 8-12 years old. Cost is $20 per family, and $10 for additional guests. Truro Church is located at 10520 Main St., Fairfax. For more information, call 703-273-1300 ext. 312.
Orchestra Performance. The Community Concerts Association of Fairfax presents "Artie Shaw Orchestra" at 7:30 p.m., at the Fairfax High School Auditorium, 3500 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Single tickets are $20, and tickets for school-age students are $10. For information call 703 273 2547 or visit the Web site at www.fairfaxcommconcerts.org.
Players Performance. The Springfield Community Theater, in collaboration with the Greenspring Players, presents the Neil Simon comedy "The Sunshine Boys" at 7:30 p.m., at Greenspring’s Village Square Theatre, 7410 Spring Village Drive, Springfield. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students. For more information or for tickets call 703-978-7650.
Family Fun Run. St. Leo the Great Race into Fall, a Family 5K Run/Walk, takes place at 8 a.m. at Van Dyke Park, 3730 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Entry forms available at racepacket.com. For more information, call 703-273-1211.
Traditional Dance. The Washington Korean Dance Company presents Korean traditional dances at 7:30 p.m. at NOVA Cultural Center, 8333 Little River Turnpike. Admission is $20 per person. For more information, call 703-698-8144.
Hidden Pond Nature Center. Come explore the natural surroundings of Fairfax County at 10 a.m. at Kings Park Library. Event open to all ages. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. For more information or to register, call 703-978-5600.
Car Wash. The Lady Lancers basketball team is having a car wash from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at Robert E. Lee High School across from Springfield Mall. All donations are welcome.
Horse Adoption. The Bureau of Land Management-Eastern
States (BLM-ES) sponsors a wild horse adoption from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area, 10406 Gunston Road, Lorton. More than 100 horses will be available for adoption with a large variety of animals of various colors and a good selection for age and size. The adoption will be determined by
auction, with a starting adoption fee of $125 per animal. Adopters must provide their own stock-type step up trailer (ramps or split two-horse typetrailers are not allowed). For applications, facility and trailer requirements, or other information about this event, contact the Bureau of Land Management at 1-800-370-3936, 703-339-8009 or visit www.es.blm.gov/programs/whb.
<cal1>Sunday/Oct. 3
<cal2>Race. The fourth annual Kit Callahan's Miracle Mile event takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at George Mason University in Fairfax. Proceeds of the event to benefit Brain Injury Services Inc. and Northern VA Brain Injury Association. For more information, visit www.kitsmiraclemile.org or to register go to www.signmeupsports.com.
Theatrical Performance. George Mason University's Center for the Arts and its Multimedia Performance Studio presents Cyburbia Productions' "Silence and Darkness: A Live Movie for the Cell Phone Age." Join Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison as they witness all of the "improvements" their inventions have wrought. Show begins at 8 p.m., at the Performance Studio at Harris Theater. Tickets are $10 general admission, free for GMU students, faculty and staff, and $5 for other students with IDs. For tickets call 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com. Center for the Arts complex is located at the intersection of Braddock Road and route 123.
Music Performance. George Mason University Center for the Arts presents Jeffrey Siegel's "Keyboard Conversations: Splendor from Silence" at 7 p.m. Tickets are $17.50 to $35, and can be charge by phone at 703-218-6500 or purchased online at www.tickets.com. The Center for the Arts complex is located on the Fairfax campus of GMU at the intersection of Braddock Road and Route 123. For more information, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Players Performance. The Springfield Community Theater, in collaboration with the Greenspring Players, presents the Neil Simon comedy "The Sunshine Boys" at 2 p.m. at Greenspring’s Village Square Theatre, 7410 Spring Village Drive, Springfield. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students. For more information or for tickets call 703-978-7650.
Horse Adoption. The Bureau of Land Management-Eastern
States (BLM-ES) sponsors a wild horse adoption from 8 a.m. to noon at the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area, 10406 Gunston Road, Lorton. More than 100 horses will be available for adoption with a large variety of animals of various colors and a good selection for age and size. The adoption will be determined by
auction, with a starting adoption fee of $125 per animal. Adopters must provide their own stock-type step up trailer (ramps or split two-horse typetrailers are not allowed). For applications, facility and trailer requirements, or other information about this event, contact the Bureau of Land Management at 1-800-370-3936, 703-339-8009 or visit www.es.blm.gov/programs/whb.
<cal1>Monday/Oct. 4
<cal2>Golf Outing. The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce will host a Golf Outing at 11:30 a.m., at the Springfield Golf and Country Club, off of Rolling Road, Springfield. For more information call 703-866-3500.
<cal1>Tuesday/Oct. 5
<cal2>Gallery Show. The Loft Gallery presents "Thinking Out of the Box Glass," featuring glass work by Robbie Daly. Exhibition runs through Sunday, Oct. 31. For more information, call 703-490-1117. The Loft Gallery is located at 313 Mill St., Occoquan.
Debate Watch. George Mason University sponsors an event for the vice presidential debate. Open to the public, light refreshments served and a roundtable discussion will follow the debate. Event takes place at 8:30 p.m. in GMU's Johnson Center Assembly Rooms B, C and D. To register or for more information, e-mail Janette Muir at jmuir@gmu.edu or visit www.debates.org/pages/dwoverview.html.
Blood Drive. Inova blood drive takes place from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library. Photo identification is required and appointments are preferred. For more information or to make an appointment, call 703-698-3885. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke.
<cal1>Wednesday/Oct. 6
<cal2>Fall Faces. Stories and activities at 10:15 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library. Event open to children ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult. For more information or to register, call 703-64-7333. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke.
<cal1>Thursday/Oct. 7
<cal2>Girls Group. All-female book discussion group meets at 7 p.m. at Kings Park Library to talk about Stephanie Tolan's "Surviving the Applewhites." Event open to girls ages 10-12, accompanied by an adult. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke. For more information or to register, call 703-978-5600.
Mother Goose Time. Kingstowne Library presents classic stories, songs and fun at 10:30 a.m. Open to Children ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult. Kingstowne Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre. For more information or to register, call 703-339-4610.
Daytime Discussion. Kingstowne Library presents a morning book group at 12:15 p.m. to discuss Marilynn Robinson's "Housekeeping." Kingstowne Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre. For more information or to register, call 703-339-4610.
Fall Faces. Stories and activities at 10:15 a.m. at Pohick Regional Library. Event open to children ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult. For more information or to register, call 703-64-7333. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke.
Teen Volunteer Fair. Representatives from Volunteer Fairfax introduce interesting ways to stay active in the community. Event takes place at 7 p.m. at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. For more information, call 703-644-7333.
<cal1>Friday/Oct. 8
<cal2>Beastie Boys. The Beastie Boys bring the 5 Boroughs to George Mason University Patriot Center. Tickets are $42. For more information, call 703-993-3000 or visit www.patriotcenter.com. The Patriot Center is located at 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax.
Live Performance. The GMU Players — Studio Series present "The Woman in Black" at 8 p.m., at George Mason University's Black Box. Free. For more information visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Performance Series. Old Town Hall Performance Series opens its 15th season with Gary Fitzgerald and Chamber Ensemble of Old Town Hall. Show starts at 8 p.m., free. For more information, call 703-352-ARTS. Old Town Hall is located at 3999 University Drive, Fairfax.
Debate Watch. George Mason University sponsors an event for the second presidential debate. Open to the public, light refreshments served and a roundtable discussion will follow the debate. Event takes place at 8:30 p.m. in GMU's Johnson Center Assembly Rooms B, C and D. To register or for more information, e-mail Janette Muir at jmuir@gmu.edu or visit www.debates.org/pages/dwoverview.html.
Night Hike. The Friends of Hidden Pond and Pohick Stream Valley are sponsoring a night hike with Mike followed by a campfire from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hidden Pond Park. Come enjoy the evening's natural sights and sounds, and hear a few spooky stories as well. Participants are encouraged to bring a guitar. Canceled if rain. RSVP required to fohpnc@yahoo.com.
<cal1>Saturday/Oct. 9
<cal2>Fund-raising Run. History Challenge 5-Miler takes place at 8:30 a.m., at Burke Lake to benefit an inner city D.C. school, Cornerstone Community School. Registration fee is $35. Register online at www.historychurch.org/events or send to History Challenge 5 Miler, P.O. Box 230984, Chantilly, VA 20151. Participants may run or simply just donate to the cause of sponsoring to a child's education. For more information, call 703-633-8300 ext. 8796.
Fall Festival. The City of Fairfax sponsors its Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 400 juried crafters and food vendors sell their wares along the streets of historic downtown Fairfax from Armstrong Street to North Street. Activities include children's rides, inflatable games and family entertainment. For more information, call 703-385-7858.
Live Performance. Academy of St. Martin in the Fields with special guest Christopher O'Riley, performs at 8 p.m., at the George Mason University Center for the Arts. Tickets are $27.50 to $55, and can be charge by phone at 703-218-6500 or purchased online at www.tickets.com. The Center for the Arts complex is located on the Fairfax campus of GMU at the intersection of Braddock Road and Route 123. For more information, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Live Show. The GMU Players — Studio Series present "The Woman in Black" at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., at George Mason University's Black Box. Free. For more information visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Car Wash. The Lancers’ marching and concert bands from Robert E. Lee High School sponsor a fund-raising car wash from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Brookfield Plaza Shell station, on Backlick Road across from Outback Steak House.
Italian Day. Kingstowne Public Library sponsors Italian Day at the library, with activities for all ages. Event starts at noon, free. Kingstowne Public Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Center, Alexandria. For more information, call 703-339-4610.
Fall Fest. Harvest Church sponsors a Fall Festival & Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include health exhibits and demonstrations, children's games, moon bounce, giant slide, music giveaways, food and more. Harvest Church is located at 7401 Beulah St. For more information, call 703-971-7070.
<cal1>Sunday/Oct. 10
<cal2>Live Performance. The GMU Players — Studio Series presents "The Woman in Black" at 2 p.m., at George Mason University's Black Box. Free. For more information visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.