<cal1>Wednesday/Aug. 30
<cal2>"Beauty and the Beast." 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Tickets range in price from $18-$65. Visit www.wolftrap.org.
Brother Shamus. Pop/Rock. 8 p.m. at Jammin' Java, 227 Maple Ave., Vienna. Tickets: $10. 703-255-1566 or www.jamminjava.com.
<cal1>Thursday/Aug. 31
<cal2>Fiddler Miriam. Children's Entertainment. 11-11:30 a.m. in front of the Reston Museum, Lake Anne Village Center, Reston. Free. Presented by the Lake Anne Merchants Association.
"Beauty and the Beast." 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Tickets range in price from $18-$65. Visit www.wolftrap.org.
Running with Scissors CD Release Show. 8 p.m. at Jammin' Java, 227 Maple Ave., Vienna. Tickets: $8. 703-255-1566 or www.jamminjava.com.
Derek James. 7:30 p.m. at the Town Green at the Herndon Municipal Center. Free. Part of the "Music Under the Stars" series. Visit www.townherndon.va.us or call 703-787-7300.
The Moonlighters. 7:30 p.m. at Nottoway Park, 9601 Courthouse Road, Vienna. This is the season finale to the seventh season of Nottoway Nights. Nottoway Nights is made possible through the efforts of the Fairfax County Park Authority, the Providence District Supervisor’s office, the Friends of Nottoway Park and the generous support of the local business community. 703-324-8662 or www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/performances.
Shane Gamble. Live Music. 9:30 p.m.-12 a.m. at Paolo's Ristorante, 11898 Market St., Reston Town Center. Call 703-318-8920.
ONA. Celtic. 7 p.m. at Lake Anne Village Center, Reston. Part of the Take A Break Outdoor Concerts presented by Reston Community Center in cooperation with MSE Productions.
<cal1>Friday/Sept. 1
<cal2>"Far Out" Reception. 7-9 p.m. at the Vienna Arts Society, 115 Pleasant St., Vienna. See the first Contemporary, Expressionist, Avant-Garde and Abstracts Vienna Arts Society Judged Show. Open to the public. Show runs through Sept. 30. 703-319-3971.
"Beauty and the Beast." 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Tickets range in price from $18-$65. Visit www.wolftrap.org.
Swing Dance. 8:30 p.m.-12 a.m. at the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport Hotel, 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon. Swing to the music of King Cadillac. Lessons from 8:30-9 p.m. Cost: $15. www.gottaswing.org.
<cal1>Saturday/Sept. 2
<cal2>Children's Event. 10 a.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Lovable Clifford visits storytime after you explore his latest adventures. Join for pictures and fun. 703-437-9490.
"Your Army and You." 12 p.m. at the American Legion Post 270, 1355 Balls Hill Road, Mclean. Daughters of the American Revolution, welcomes Larry Adair, Major General US Army (Retired) to speak about, "Your Army and You."
Open to the public 703-356-2370 or www.users.erols.com/denawards.
18th Century Virginia Wedding. 5-8 p.m., Claude Moore Colonial Farm, 6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean. The farm conducts its first 18th Century Virginia Wedding. Marrying traditions in 18th century colonial America are different from modern-day ceremonies. Dancing, food and drink, including a special wedding cake. $3 adults, $2 children and senior citizens. Complimentary admission with farm membership. Weather permitting call 703-903-9330 day of event.
13th annual Middle Eastern Food Festival. 11a.m.-11 p.m. at the Holy Transfiguration Melkite Greek-Catholic Church, 8501 Lewinsville Road, McLean. Smell the aromas from the outdoor grills, partake of Kibbee, Shish Kebab, Falafel, Tabbouleh, Hummus, and Stuffed Grape Leaves, or any number of other delicious menu choices, including a $12 Roast Lamb Dinner at 7 p.m. Saturday evening and another at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking are free. 703-734-9566 or www.holytransfiguration.org.
Ballroom Dancing. 9 p.m.-12 a.m. at the Colvin Run School House, 10201 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. Dance to the sound of the Colvin Run Dance Band. Rumba dance lessons at 8 p.m. Tickets: $5. 703-430-6557.
Ballroom Dancing. 8-11 p.m. at Frying Pan Park, Herndon. Let down your hair, put on your dancing shoes and celebrate the end of summer at Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center. Come to our Social Ballroom Dance. Free lesson from 8—9 p.m. lead by Capitol Ballroom’s own instructors, Lea Wilbur and Michael Rye. The night’s main festivities begin right after the lesson. Tickets are just $10 per person, or $8 per person for Friends Group Members. Call 703-437-9101.
"Beauty and the Beast." 2 & 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Tickets range in price from $18-$65. Visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Sunday/Sept. 3
<cal2>13th annual Middle Eastern Food Festival. 12-6 p.m. at the Holy Transfiguration Melkite Greek-Catholic Church, 8501 Lewinsville Road, McLean. Smell the aromas from the outdoor grills, partake of Kibbee, Shish Kebab, Falafel, Tabbouleh, Hummus, and Stuffed Grape Leaves, or any number of other delicious menu choices, including a $12 Roast Lamb Dinner at 7 p.m. Saturday evening and another at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking are free. 703-734-9566 or www.holytransfiguration.org.
6th Annual Car Show. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Downtown Herndon Municipal Center, Herndon. Sponsored by the Herndon Police Citizen's Support Team. Gate opens at 8 a.m. and dash plaques will be given to the first 100 vehicles registered. Rain date of Sept. 10. Contact Guy Masters at 703-437-1616 or e-mail guy.masters@town.herndon.va.us.
"Beauty and the Beast." 2 & 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Tickets range in price from $18-$65. Visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Tuesday/Sept. 5
<cal2>Children's Event. 10 a.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Pizza boxes, moving boxes, shoe boxes - there are all sorts of boxes. But have you ever seen a box filled with mystery, adventure and fun? Join for a storytime reading of My Book Box. 703-437-9490.
<cal1>Wednesday/Sept. 6
<cal2>"Friends In My Neighborhood." 10:30 a.m. at the Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., Mclean. Listen to stories about community helpers. Ages 2-5 with an adult. 703-356-0770.
Chris Botti. Jazz. 8 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Tickets: $40/$22. Visit www.wolftrap.org.
<cal1>Thursday/Sept. 7
<cal2>Book Signing. 7:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Author David Louis Edelman’s signs his debut novel, "Infoquake." 703-437-9490.
Fall Carnival. 6-10 p.m. at Nottoway Park, Vienna. The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce present their Fall Carnival. Buy a $20 and enjoy the rides all night. Admittance is free. Carnival includes food, games and rides. Call 703-281-1333.
<cal1>Friday/Sept. 8
<cal2>Kids’ Night Out II. 6:30-10 p.m. at Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods. Children ages 6-9 enjoy supervised group play time. Parents can take some free time while their children play games, create arts and crafts, watch movies or feed the ducks on the lake. Snacks and drinks are provided during the evening. Kids Night Out II is $10 for residents and employees in Small District 5, and $15 for nonresidents. Call 703-476-4500 or 800-828-1120 (TTY). Contact Debbie Heron, youth programs director, at 703-390-6163.
Fall Carnival. 6-10 p.m. at Nottoway Park, Vienna. The Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce present their Fall Carnival. Admittance is free. Carnival includes food, games and rides. Call 703-281-1333.
<cal1>Saturday/Sept. 9
<cal2>90 family Yard Sale. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the RA main office, 1930 Isaac Newton Square, Reston. This event is an opportunity to find things for a new home or a college dorm. Sign up to have a booth or stop by to browse for great bargains. Call 703-435-6577 or e-mail Ashleigh@reston.org. Rain date: Sept. 10.
Children's Event. 10 a.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Little Chester Raccoon is about to head off to school for the very first time. Watch as Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret to ease his fears in "The Kissing Hand." 703-437-9490.
Orioles/Yankees Trip. The Vienna Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a trip to Camden Yards for the Baltimore Orioles/New York Yankees game. A charter bus leaves at noon from the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., S.E., to give participants time to enjoy other Baltimore attractions before the 4:35 p.m. game. Cost is $53 for town residents and $61 for out-of-town participants. Includes transportation and game ticket in lower reserve outfield seating. Call 703-255-6360.
Virginia Indian Festival. 10 a.m.-4 p.m at Riverbend Park in Great Falls . Featuring Native American dancing and drumming and demonstrations of life skills and camp crafts of the past from Virginia tribes including Mattaponi, Pamunkey, and Chickahominy. $5 per person, children under 2 are free. Call 703-759-9018.
Ice Cream Making. 12-4 p.m. at Colvin Run Mill Historic Site, 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. Make your own ice cream. Samples are 75-cents. Call 703-759-2771.
"Face of America: Hawaii." 7 p.m. at Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. Travel to the Hawaiian Islands through music, performance and multi-media displays. Tickets: $24.50. 703-255-6360.
"Going Home." 8 p.m. at Oakcrest School, 850 Balls Hill Road, Mclean. Join the McLean Orchestra to kick of the orchestra’s 35th Anniversary Season with the regional premiere of Joan Tower’s "Made in America." Tickets: General Admission $23, Seniors $20, Youth & Students with ID $10. 703-893-8646 or www.mclean-orchestra.org.
Trip to U.S. Open Tennis Tournament. The Vienna Parks and Recreation Department will sponsor a trip to the tournament at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, N.Y. A charter bus will leave at 5 a.m. from the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St., S.E. and return around midnight. The cost of $139 for town residents and $159 for nonresidents includes transportation and an all-day upper promenade ticket to see both men's semifinal matches. Visit www.viennava.gov.
Fall Carnival. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. at Nottoway Park, Vienna. Admittance is free. The carnival includes food, games and rides. Call 703-281-1333.
Lilly Drumeva & Jesse Brock. Bluegrass. 7:30 p.m. at Holy Lutheran Church, 1090 Sterling Road, Herndon. Admission: $12 703-435-8377
Over Under Down Yonder. 9 p.m. at The Lakeside Inn, 11150 Lakeside Drive, Reston. No cover charge. www.thelakesideinn.com.
<cal1>Sunday/Sept. 10
<cal2>Four-Mile Hike. 1:30 p.m. starting at the Reston Museum, 1639 Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Village Center, Reston. Biologist Squire Muse will lead the hike. Sturdy shoes are advised. Due to logistics, advance registration is required. A $5 donation to the museum is requested. 703-709-7700.
"What's Your Problem." 2 p.m. at Falls Church Community Center, 223 Little Falls Street, Falls Church. The Old Dominion Chrysanthemum Society will present a one-hour descriptive program with Q&A by Master Chrysanthemum judge and award winning grower, Bob Howell, on "The Steps Necessary for Successful Plant Growth" during each stage of the growing season. Bring a plant with you and he will discuss and diagnose problems you may encounter in various stages of your plants development. Free Admission and Refreshments. Call Jim Dunne 703-560-8776.
Sunday Tea Dancers. 2:30-4:30 p.m. at the Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods. Professional dance instructor and DJ Michael Rye incorporate mini-lessons while dancers swing, fox-trot, cha-cha and waltz to oldies and modern dance. With a partner or alone. Door prizes and light refreshments will be served. No registration is required and admission is $3. 703-390-6157.
Fall Carnival. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Nottoway Park, Vienna. Admittance is free. The carnival includes food, games and rides. Call 703-281-1333.
<cal1>Monday/Sept. 11
<cal2>Author Workshop. 7 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Join this workshop for new writers, hosted by award-winning author Donna Andrews. Meet monthly to critique writing selections by members. New writers are welcome. 703-437-9490
"Sweet Dreams." 7:30 p.m. at the Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., Mclean. Bedtime stories and activities. Come in PJs and bring a favorite stuffed animal. All ages. 703-356-0770.
<cal1>Tuesday/Sept. 12
<cal2>Rebbeca Hall & Ken Anderson. Retro Folk. 7 p.m. at the Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Ave., Vienna. 703-938-0405.
<cal1>Wednesday/Sept. 13
<cal2>"Homeland Security & Terrorism." 7-8:45 p.m. at the Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Ave., Vienna. A presentation by retired Foreign Service officer and counter-terrorism coordinator William Pope. Adults. 703-938-0405.
<cal1>Thursday/Sept. 14
<cal2>"Pirates & Parrots." 2 p.m. at the Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St., Herndon. Stories and songs about pirates. Ages 3-5 with adult. 703-437-8855.
<cal1>Friday/Sept. 15
<cal2>John Alvin Reception. 7-9 p.m. at Art Insights, 11921 Freedom Drive, Reston. Beginning with Mel Brook’s "Blazing Saddles," his movie art work includes the campaign for "E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial," "Star Wars," "The Lion King," and "Lawrence of Arabia." In addition to receiving the Hollywood Reporter Key Art Awards’ grand prize, Alvin’s E.T. was the only movie art ever to be honored with the Saturn Award from The Academy of Science Fiction, Horror and Fantasy Films. Meet the artist. Refreshments provided.
Atlantic City Registration Deadline. September 15 is the registration deadline for an overnight trip to the casinos in Atlantic City, Thursday Oct. 5-Friday, Oct. 6, sponsored by the Vienna Parks and Recreation Department. The cost for Town residents is $167 single occupancy, $125 double and $118 triple. For out-of-towners the cost is $187, $143 and $135, respectively. Call 703-255-6360 for more.
Book Sale. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Mclean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. The AAUW Used Book Sale benefits scholarships for women. Contact 703-726-6470.
<cal1>Saturday/Sept. 16
<cal2>8th Annual Worldgate Challenge Karate Championship. Registration from 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m, cometition begins at 9 a.m. The American Karate Academy will be hosting the 8th Annual Worldgate Challenge Karate Championship at the Worldgate Sport and Health Club in Herndon. Trophies will be awarded for 1st through 4th place as well as Grand Champion trophies. All competitors 13 and under will receive an award. Contact Barbara Kurland at 703-929-1450.
Book Sale. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Mclean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. The AAUW Used Book Sale benefits scholarships for women. Contact 703-726-6470.
John Alvin Reception. 2 p.m. at Art Insights, 11921 Freedom Drive, Reston. Beginning with Mel Brook’s "Blazing Saddles," his movie art work includes the campaign for "E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial," "Star Wars," "The Lion King," and "Lawrence of Arabia." In addition to receiving the Hollywood Reporter Key Art Awards’ grand prize, Alvin’s E.T. was the only movie art ever to be honored with the Saturn Award from The Academy of Science Fiction, Horror and Fantasy Films. Meet the artist. Refreshments provided.
Ballroom Dancing. 9 p.m.-12 a.m. at the Colvin Run School House, 10201 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. Dance to the sound of the Colvin Run Dance Band. Rumba dance lessons at 8 p.m. Tickets: $5. 703-430-6557.
6th Annual Multicultural Festival. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Lake Anne Village Center, Reston. Celebrate diversity with shows of entertainment, fashion, fine art, food, crafts and cultural demonstrations. Visit www.restoncommunitycenter.com.
<cal1>Sunday/Sept. 17
<cal2>Herndon's NatureFest. Celebrate the 18th founding of Runnymede Park at 4:15 p.m. when Flint Hollow will perform Live at the Atkins House field near the front entrance of the park. When visitors arrive, they pick up their "Passports to Nature's Treasures" which includes a treasure map with station descriptions. People who get their passports stamped at 10 of the 12 stations receive a big gourmet cookie reward after their tour through the park. Joe's Dog House will have a hotdog stand to satisfy the hungry. Presentations throughout the day including Lois Martin Napier's crowd favorite of live Raptors at 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., and the ever popular VDGIF fish survey demonstration at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The annual NatureFest is jointly sponsored by the Town of Herndon and the Friends of Runnymede Park. Call the Town Naturalist, Susan Lilly, at 703-435-6800, ext. 2113, or e-mail friendsofrp@yahoo.com.
Book Sale. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Mclean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean. The AAUW Used Book Sale benefits scholarships for women. Contact 703-726-6470.
Young Soloists Recital. 3 p.m. at Alden Theatre of the Mclean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., Mclean.
This will feature violinists Patricia Wnek, 14, and Julie LeDuc, 14. Other performers include pianists Kristina Hu, 11, who studies with Marjorie Lee, and Kevin Shu, 13, a student of Rosita Kerr Mang. Free. 703-790-0123.
<cal1>Monday/Sept. 18
<cal2>Make Your Own Bookmark. 4 p.m. at the Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. 703-757-8560.
"Let It Pop Up!" 4 p.m. at the Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., Mclean. Learn to do pop-up cards and create paper sculptures. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dolley Madison Library. Age 6 and up. 703-356-0770.
Vienna-Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing. Registration at 10:30 a.m./Shotgun start at 12 p.m. at Hidden Creek Country Club, Reston. Foursomes join a captain's choice format. The $175 per-player fee includes greens fee, cart, lunch and evening award banquet. For sponsorships call Tana Keeffe at 703-585- 2161. For information e-mail webmaster@vtrcc.org or call 703-281-1333.
<cal1>Thursday/Sept. 21
<cal2>7th annual Golf Classic. At Reston National Golf Course. Benefiting RPJ Housing's volunteer home repair programs, Rebuilding Together and Hearts and Hammers, on The Rebuilding Together and Hearts and Hammers programs provide free home repair services to low-income homeowners who are seniors, persons with disabilities and families with children in Northern Virginia. Individual golfers ($110); Ads ($175-500); Sponsorships ($150-$5,000) and prize donations. Contact Patti Dennis at 703-528-5606 ext 16, e-mail: pattid@rpjhousing.org or visit www.rpjhousing.org.
<cal1>Saturday/Sept. 23
<cal2>Ice Cream Making. 12-4 p.m. at Colvin Run Mill Historic Site, 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. Make your own ice cream. Samples are 75-cents. Call 703-759-2771.
Debi Smith. Singer/Songwriter. 7 p.m. at Unity of Fairfax, 2854 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton. Tickets: $20. 703-281-0538 or www.scov.org.
<cal1>Sunday/Sept. 24
<cal2>Young Soloists Recital. 3 p.m. at Alden Theatre of the Mclean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., Mclean.
This will feature pianist Jenny Lin and violinist Lina Bahn. Free. 703-790-0123.
Jim Cullum Jazz Band. 3 p.m. at CenterStage, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston. Featuring Banu Gibson in "Songs of the Silver Screen." Enjoy your favorite movie music from the golden years of movie magic—the twenties, thirties and forties. For tickets, call 703-476-4500.
<cal1>Friday/Sept. 29
<cal2>Semi-Annual Used Book Sale. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston. Special collection of used books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Reston Regional Library. All ages. 703-689-2700.
Ethos Percussion Group. 8 p.m. at CenterStage, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston. An exploration of the place where ancient and modern percussion music meet. For this performance, they collaborate with the Masters of Indian Music Featuring Pandit Samir Chatterjee playing the Tabla and Kinnar Kumar Seen playing the Satir. For tickets, call 703-476-4500.
<cal1>Saturday/Sept. 30
<cal2>Charity 5K Run/Walk. Navy Federal Credit Union's 14th annual charity 5K Run/Walk begins and ends at Navy Federal’s Headquarters in Vienna. Open to the public and offering post-race refreshments, ChampionChip timing and contests. All proceeds to benefit the Committee for Helping Others, a local charity serving Dunn Loring, Merrifield, Oakton, and Vienna communities. Check in time is from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., and the race will begin at 9 a.m. To register, www.runwashington.com. 703-206-4362.
5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk & Community Extravaganza. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Tall Oaks at Reston Community. This event will also feature a Community Extravaganza where everyone is welcome to enjoy a live New Orleans style jazz band, food, exhibits and silent auction. This event is open to the public. The event will benefit the American Diabetes Association. Each run/walk participant is required to donate at least $25 to the cause. www.TallOaksAtReston.com
Amish Quilt & Craft Sale. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Dulles Expo Center, South Hall, 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly. Sale features more than 250 quilts, 500 wall hangings and a variety of other items. No admission charge. Visit. www.amishcountryquiltscrafts.com.
Semi-Annual Used Book Sale. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Reston Regional Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Drive, Reston. Special collection of used books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Reston Regional Library. All ages. 703-689-2700.
"Toys of Colonial Virginia." 11:30 p.m. at the Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., Mclean. Play with a wide variety of toys from colonial times and make a toy to keep. Ages 5 and up. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dolley Madison Library. 703-356-0770.
Scarecrow Making. 12-2 p.m. at Colvin Run Mill Historic Site, 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. Bring the clothes and they supply the stuffing. Call 03-759-2771.
Meet Dolley Madison. 1 p.m. at the Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., Mclean. Performing artist Bonnie Fairbank will appear in the role of Dolley Madison. All ages. Sponsored by the friends of the Dolley Madison Library. 703-356-0770.
"Inside the Soviet Gulag." 1 p.m. at the Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Ave., Vienna. Author Bela Gogos, a WWII Royal Hungarian Air Force Pilot and Soviet prisoner for 10 years, discusses his book "Youth Lost in Red Hell." Adults. 703-938-0405.
"A Tribute to Spalding Gray: Leftover Stories to Tell." 8 p.m. at the CenterStage, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston. Actors who knew and loved Spalding Gray read his published and unpublished work, dating from the 1960s on. This is the only Washington area performance of this work. For tickets, call 703-476-4500
<cal1>Sunday/Oct. 1
<cal2>Scarecrow Making. 12-2 p.m. at Colvin Run Mill Historic Site, 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls. Bring the clothes and they supply the stuffing. Call 03-759-2771.
RCC Virginia Wine Country Tour. A private tasting and seminar at The Wine Cabinet in Reston on Sunday, Oct. 1 and tour two nearby vineyards on Saturday, Oct. 7. Sponsored by the Reston Community Center and YMCA Fairfax County Reston. Registration covers seminar, tasting and hors d’ouerves at The Wine Cabinet, and tours of Tarara and Hillsboro vineyards. Participants bring $8 for tasting fees and picnic lunch for vineyard tours. Open to adults age 21 and over, the “Virginia Wine Country Tour” (Reg. #: 105149-7A) is $62 for residents and employees in Small District 5, and $75 for non-residents. Contact Shannon Delborrello at 703-390-6159.
<cal1>Friday/Oct. 6
<cal2>Kids’ Night Out II. 6:30-10 p.m. at Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods. Children ages 6-9 enjoy supervised group play time. Parents can take some free time while their children play games, create arts and crafts, watch movies or feed the ducks on the lake. Snacks and drinks are provided during the evening. Kids Night Out II is $10 for residents and employees in Small District 5, and $15 for nonresidents. Call 703-476-4500 or 800-828-1120 (TTY). Contact Debbie Heron, youth programs director, at 703-390-6163.
Quartetto Gelato. 8 p.m. at CenterStage, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston. They will present hot and cool, songs from Latin America. For tickets, call 703-46-4500.