<cal1>Friday/April 15
<cal2>CD Release. TT Reynolds hosts the Pomodoro and the Mushroom Men CD release party at 9 p.m. They are joined by Andrew Hellier. Cover is $5. For more, visit www.ttreynolds.com or call 703-591-9292. TT Reynolds is located at 10414 Main St., Fairfax.
Theater Performance. Springfield Community Theatre presents “The Dining Room,” at 7:30 p.m., at Greenspring Village, 7410 Spring Village Drive, Springfield. Tickets are $10 for non-Greenspring guests, $5 for Greenspring residents. For more, call 703-978-7650. For reservations, call 703-866-6238.
Author Visit. Best-selling author Kay Redfield Jamison reads from her latest work, “Exuberance: The Passion for Life,” at 2 p.m., at the Ernst Cultural Center, Annandale Campus, 8333 Little River Turnpike. She also will conduct a question-and-answer session. Books sold for 30 minutes before and after the lecture in the foyer of the theater. Light refreshments served. For more, contact Florine Greenberg at fgreenberg@nvcc.edu or call 703-323-3244.
Theater Show. Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology presents "West Side Story," at 7:30 p.m., at the school, 6560 Braddock Road. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. For more, call 703-750-8300.
<cal1>Saturday/April 16
<cal2>Crafty Corner. Noodles and Noggins presents craft days at 2 p.m. Activity is "Spring Fling." Open to ages 6 years old and older. Reservations requested, cost is a $20, which includes all supplies. 703-815-8600 or visit www.noodlesandnoggins.com. Noodles & Noggins is located at 7145 Main St., Clifton.
Ballet Performance. George Mason University Center for the Arts presents the St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre as they perform "Russian Seasons," at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25-$50 for this family friendly performance. Children younger than 12 are admitted at half-price. For tickets, call 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com. For more, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Theater Performance. Springfield Community Theatre presents “The Dining Room,” at 7:30 p.m., at Greenspring Village, 7410 Spring Village Drive, Springfield. Tickets are $10 for non-Greenspring guests, $5 for Greenspring residents. For more, call 703-978-7650. For reservations, call 703-866-6238.
Art Reception. The Fairfax Art League hosts an art reception from 2-4 p.m., in the Old Town Hall, 3999 University Blvd., Fairfax, as part of the Spotlight on the Arts program. Artwork by award-winning local artists will be on display, and the Fairfax City branch of the Association of University Women will provide refreshments for the reception. Lady Annabelle Fairfax of the United Kingdom will attend to present awards, among them, the Cleo Diven Memorial Scholarship award. For more, call 703-352-ARTS ext. 5.
Walk-a-thon. The Fairfax/Falls Church Youth Task Force of the American Red Cross of the National Capital Area Chapter presents the March Against Measles Walk-a-thon from 9 a.m. to noon, at Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax. Registration is $10 per person, children younger than 12 walk free. For more, visit www.redcrossnca.org or call 703-805-2057.
Live Music. Box performs at 10 p.m., at the Firehouse Grill, 3988 University Drive, Fairfax. For more, visit www.boxband.com or call 703-383-1030.
Concert. 33 West, Last Week and Midnite Roger perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more, visit www.ttreynolds.com or call 703-591-9292.
Beautiful Butterflies. Fairfax City Regional Library hosts “Butterflies in April: From caterpillar to chrysalis, at 11 a.m. Session includes specimens and a collection of framed butterflies. Open to ages 6 and older. Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-293-6227.
Under the Sea. Meet some critters and learn how you can help conserve their watery habitat at 11 a.m., at Kings Park Library. Open to all ages. For more, call 703-978-5600. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke.
Spring Fling. Noodles & Noggins presents Spring Fling at 2 p.m., at 7145 Main St., Clifton. Children can decorate birdhouses, greenhouses, toadhouses and more. Cost is $20 per child, and reservations are required. For more, call 703-815-8600.
Theater Show. Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology presents "West Side Story," at 7:30 p.m., at the school, 6560 Braddock Road. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. For more, call 703-750-8300.
<cal1>Sunday/April 17
<cal2>Live Performance. The George Mason University Chamber Orchestra performs at 3 p.m., at the Harris Theater. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for students/seniors. Visit www.gmu.edu/cfa/departments/music.
Ballet Performance. George Mason University Center for the Arts presents the St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre as they perform "Romeo & Juliet," at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25-$50 for this family friendly performance. Children younger than 12 are admitted at half-price. For tickets, call 703-218-6500 or visit www.tickets.com. For more, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Model Trains. N Scale Model Trains are running from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, 11200 Fairfax Station Road. The Northern Virginia NTRAK model train club will host their monthly display. Cost is $2 for adults and $1 for children ages 4 to 10. Call 703-425-9225.
Theater Performance. Springfield Community Theatre presents “The Dining Room,” at 2 p.m., at Greenspring Village, 7410 Spring Village Drive, Springfield. Tickets are $10 for non-Greenspring guests, $5 for Greenspring residents. For more, call 703-978-7650. For reservations, call 703-866-6238.
Flea Market. The OES Hope Chapter sponsors its Spring Fling fund-raiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Henry Masonic Lodge, 10503 Oak Place, Fairfax. Available items include handmade crafts, barbecue lunch, baked goodies and more.
Live Show. The City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts co-sponsors the Friday Morning Music Club Student Recital at 2 p.m., at Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive, Fairfax. Free. For more, call 703-352-ARTS.
Poker Game. TT Reynolds presents Texas Holdem Poker. First game is at 7 p.m., second at 10 p.m. Participants should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to game's start to reserve a seat. For more, call 703-591-9292 or visit www.ttreynolds.com.
WalkAmerica. March of Dimes WalkAmerica takes place at the Lake Accotink Park, Springfield. To participate in the Springfield WalkAmerica, call 703-505-7079.
<cal1>Monday/April 18
<cal2>Open Mic. TT Reynolds hosts an open mic night from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more, visit www.ttreynolds.com or call 703-591-9292.
Make a Move. Kingstowne Library presents stories and activities about things that move at 10:30 a.m. Open to ages 13-23 months, with adult. For more, call 703-339-4610. Kingstowne Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre.
Music Makers. Pohick Regional Library presents stories and songs with music at 1:30 p.m. Open to ages 2-5 with adult. For more, call 703-644-7333. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke.
Library Lab. The Richard Byrd Library presents, “April Showers Bring May Flowers,” at 3:30 p.m. Participants will work in a flower-making workshop in preparation for Mother's Day. Open to ages 6-12. For more, call 703-451-8055. Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield.
<cal1>Tuesday/April 19
<cal2>Live Show. The Hairsticks All stars, a 33 West tribute band, performs at 11 p.m., at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more, visit www.ttreynolds.com or call 703-591-9292.
Music Showcase. New Music Showcase performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Open to ages 18 and older. For more, call 703-255-1566 or www.ttreynolds.com.
Book Club. Fairfax City Regional Library hosts a book discussion group, at 7:30 p.m. Featured read is Wallace Stegner’s “Crossing to Safety.” Open to adults. Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-293-6227.
Book Discussion. Kings Park Library sponsors a book discussion group at 11 a.m. Featured read is Erik Larson’s “The Devil in the White City.” Open to adults. For more, call 703-978-5600. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke.
Evening Book Club. Kings Park Library hosts an book discussion group at 7:30 p.m. Featured read is David Guterson’s “Our Lady of the Forest.” Open to adults. For more, call 703-978-5600. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke.
Music Makers. Pohick Regional Library presents stories and songs with music at 1:30 p.m. Open to ages 2-5 with adult. For more, call 703-644-7333. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke.
Book Club. Pohick Regional Library hosts an evening book discussion at 7:30 p.m. Featured read is Margaret Atwood’s “Alias Grace.” Open to adults. No registration is required. For more, call 703-644-7333. Pohick Regional Library is located at 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke.
Bilingual Colors. Richard Byrd Library presents stories about colors presented in Spanish and English at 10:30 a.m. Open to ages 2-5 with adult. For more, call 703-451-8055. Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield.
<cal1>Wednesday/April 20
<cal2>Tasty Tales. Noodles and Noggins presents "Read Me Something to Eat," at 10 a.m., at the Clifton Town Meeting Hall, 12641 Chapel Road, Clifton. Open to ages 1 to 6. Reservations requested, cost is a $5 donation. 703-815-8600 or visit www.noodlesandnoggins.com.
Live Show. Welbilt performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. Show is open to 18 and older. For more, call 703-591-9292 or visit www.ttreynolds.com.
Tiny Tots. Kings Park Library presents stories, activities and a craft at 10:30 a.m. Open to ages 3-5, with adult. For more, call 703-978-5600. Kings Park Library is located at 9000 Burke Lake Road, Burke.
Books Alive! Kingstowne Library presents activities from some popular books at 4 p.m. Open to ages 6-12. No registration is required. For more, call 703-339-4610. Kingstowne Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre.
<cal1>Thursday/April 21
<cal2>Tiny Tales. Noodles and Noggins presents story time at 3 p.m., at the store, 7145 Main St., Clifton. Open to ages birth to three years. Free. 703-815-8600 or visit www.noodlesandnoggins.com.
College Night. TT Reynolds hosts USDMC Champion DJ Enferno, as he spins your favorite songs all night. For more, call 703-591-9292 or visit www.ttreynolds.com.
Garden Fun. Fairfax City Regional Library presents “What’s in Your Garden,” at 10:30 a.m., with stories, activities and a craft. Open to ages 3-5, with an adult. Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-293-6227.
Family Search. Search for your ancestors using genealogy databases and the Family History Library Catalog at 2 p.m., at the Fairfax City Regional Library. Open to ages 12 and older. Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-293-6227.
Theater Production. GMU Players present French director Arianne Mnouchkine's adaptation of Klaus Mann's novel "Mephisto," at 8 p.m., at George Mason University's TheaterSpace. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students/seniors, and can be purchased online at www.tickets.com or by calling 703-218-6500. For more, call 703-993-1120.
<cal1>Friday/April 22
<cal2>Musical Performance. The NVCC-Annandale Symphony Orchestra performs at 8 p.m., at the Ernst Community Cultural Center, 8333 Little River Turnpike. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for teens/seniors and can be purchased at the door. For more, call 703-569-0973.
Live Show. SPECTRE performs at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more, visit www.ttreynolds.com or call 703-591-9292.
Theater Show. Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology presents "West Side Story," at 7:30 p.m., at the school, 6560 Braddock Road. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. For more, call 703-750-8300.
Theater Production. GMU Players present French director Arianne Mnouchkine's adaptation of Klaus Mann's novel "Mephisto," at 8 p.m., at George Mason University's TheaterSpace. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students/seniors, and can be purchased online at www.tickets.com or by calling 703-218-6500. For more, call 703-993-1120.
<cal1>Saturday/April 23
<cal2>Live Music. The George Mason University's Patriot Center presents Reggaeton Festival 2005, featuring Wissin and Yandel, Nicky Jam, Don Chezina, Hector "El Bambino," Fat Joe and more, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $40 to $75. Visit www.patriotcenter.com or www.tickets.com.
Concert. 51 Peg, Chrysalis and Walking State perform at TT Reynolds, 10414 Main St., Fairfax. For more, call 703-591-9292 or visit www.ttreynolds.com.
Motorcycling for Beginners. Fairfax City Regional Library offers this presentation at 10:30 a.m., covering topics such as basic safety, laws, permits and choosing a bike. Open to ages 12 and older. Fairfax City Regional Library is located at 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. For more, call 703-293-6227.
Neighborhood Reptiles. A Hidden Pond Nature Center naturalist discusses reptiles found in Fairfax County at 10:15 a.m., at Richard Byrd Library. Open to all ages. For more, call 703-451-8055. Richard Byrd Library is located at 7250 Commerce St., Springfield.
Fun Run/Walk. City of Fairfax presents the Chasing History 5K and 1-mile Fun Run, at 9 a.m., at Van Dyck Park, 3730 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. For the 5K run, cost is $20 for adults, $5 for ages 12 and younger. The 1-mile fun run cost is $12 for adults, $5 for children 12 years old and younger. For more, call 703-591-FPYC or visit www.fpycsports.org.
Theater Performance. Young Peoples Theater presents "Give My Regards to Broadway," at the Lazy Susan Dinner Theatre on Richmond Highway and Furnace Road. Lunch is served at noon, showtime is 1 p.m. Tickets are $12 for lunch and show, $8 for show only in advance, $14 for lunch and show, $10 for show only at the door. For more or to make reservations, visit www.yptnva.com.
Gu-Zheng Performance. George Mason University presents the 2005 Gu-Zheng Performance at 3 p.m., in the Dewberry Hall's Multipurpose Room. Free. For more, visit www.gmu.edu/cfa.
Theater Show. Thomas Jefferson High School of Science and Technology presents "West Side Story," at 7:30 p.m., at the school, 6560 Braddock Road. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. For more, call 703-750-8300.
Spotlight Performance. Christine Kane performs at 8 p.m., at the Old Town Hall as part of the Spotlight on the Arts festivities. Tickets are $15. For more, call 703-352-ARTS