Friday/Aug. 18
Outdoor Concert. Pietasters perform ska music at Kingstowne Towne Center, 5955 Kingstowne Blvd., Alexandria at 7:30 p.m. as part of Lee District Nights. Free. Call 703-324-SHOW for cancellation updates.
Saturday/Aug. 19
Sunset Cruise. Cruise the beautiful shoreline of Lake Accotink and observe wildlife 8:30-9:30 p.m. An interpretive history of Lake Accotink Park and the area is included in the tour. All ages welcome. Beverages served on board. Reservations required. $5/adult, $3/child, babies on laps free. To register, send participant’s name, address, phone number, program title and a check payable to FCPA, to Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield Virginia 22150. Please call 703-569-0285 for credit card registrations or more information. Cruise cancelled in case of rain or gusty winds. Tour boats cancelled in case of rain. Refunds issued only if cruise is cancelled.
Thursday/Aug. 24
Alexandria Chamber Cup Golf Classic. Whether you are a seasoned golfer, or a fun-loving novice, this is the event for you. Sign up as a group, or by yourself. New venue is Potomac Ridge (in Waldorf, Md.) with concurrent play on 3 courses, so everyone starts and ends at the same time. Visit www.alexchamber.com for reservations.
Friday/Aug. 25
Outdoor Concert. Art Sherrod, Jr. performs jazz music at Kingstowne Towne Center, 5955 Kingstowne Blvd., Alexandria at 7:30 p.m. as part of Lee District Nights. Free. Call 703-324-SHOW for cancellation updates.
Summer Garden Strolls and Tea. 1-3 p.m., Historic Green Spring, 703-941-7987. Spend a relaxing afternoon and have tea in the garden. The bimonthly guided tours of 20 demonstration gardens are followed by a full English tea. This is great for individuals or groups. Groups may contact the Historic House to make arrangements for tours and teas. $24 per person.
Saturday/Aug. 26
Pickin’ on the Neck. A day of bluegrass sponsored by the Lion’s Club, at Mason Neck Park, 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. Contact Steve Mahan at 703-587-4575 for more information.
Saturday/Aug. 27
Cambodian Festival, Ben Brenman Park, 4800 Duke St. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Co-sponsor: Cambodian Community Day Committee. Call the Events Hotline at 703-883-4686 or the Special Events office at 703-838-4844.