Sports
Skating Lessons. Skater's Quest of Fairfax gives free skate lessons with a qualified professional. Lessons take place at Dick's Sporting Goods, 12501 Fair Lakes Circle, Fairfax. To register or for more information, visit www.skatersquest.com or www.freeskatelesson.com.
Horseback Riding. Tamarack Stables and the former Giles Run Stable accepts students for the Spring Group Session, beginning in March. Private lessons also available. A recreational riding program for all ages and levels. Located at 9905 Old Colchester Road, Lorton. For more e-mail ridetamarack@aol.com, call 703-339-5160 or see www.ridetamarack.com.
LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Northern Virginia offers golf clinics for girls throughout the Northern Virginia area. All girls rising grades 1 through 12 are invited. Parents and girls may register online at www.GirlsLoveGolf.com. For more, contact Elena Melchert at Elena@GirlsLoveGolf.com or 703-475-4163.
Parenting
Mommy & Me. The Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia offers Mommy & Me classes for children 3-months-old to 2-years-old. Circle time, singing, games, crafts, story time and more. Class locations include Fairfax and Springfield. For more information on times and locations, call Laurie Albert, JCCNV at 703-537-3064 or e-mail LaurieA@jccnv.org. Visit www.jccnv.org.
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Preparedness Clinics. The American Red Cross of the National Capital Area's Fairfax/Falls Church Office and the Fairfax County Citizen Corps Council sponsor monthly Emergency Preparedness Clinics. Participants will learn how to make a kit to help through the first 72 hours of a local or regional emergency; help prepare a list for what should be on hand for disasters; prepare a family communication plan; learn about the different kinds of emergencies and how to prepare for them; first aid skills and more. To host a clinic or attend one, contact Jesse Viles, community outreach coordinator at 703-805-2332 or e-mail vilesj@redcrossnca.org.
Computers
Internet Training. Basic training for beginners who want to learn more about cataloging and the Internet at Pohick Regional Library, 6450 Sydenstricker Road, Burke. Adults only. Call 703-644-7333 for an appointment.
Internet Tutoring. Personalized Internet tutoring at Fairfax City Regional Library, 3915 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax. Adults only. Call 703-293-6227 for appointment.
Dancing
Israeli Dance Class. Tuesdays, 8-10 p.m., at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax. Beginner, intermediate and advanced. $5/session/JCCNV member; $6/non-member; $4/student or senior. Reservations not required. Call 301-982-0937.
Irish Step Dance Classes. Fridays at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. Open to beginners ages 5-15 at Studio One, 6208 Rolling Road, Springfield. Call Jordan Dudney at 703-899-5317.
Singles' Dance. Hearts in Motion School of Music & Dance hosts Don and Colleen's Singles' Dance the third Friday of each month, 8 p.m.-midnight. Dances include cha cha, waltz, swing, hustle, El Paso, slow dances and line dances. Cost is $12 ($20 for a couple). Light snacks are provided, soda and water are available for purchase. The school is located at 8600 Rolling Road, Springfield. Call Colleen at 703-437-1190.
Dance Classes. Cy Richardson’s classes, Ballroom I and Swing are in session at the Oaks Community Center, 5708 Oak Leather Drive, Burke. Increase confidence and enjoyment in dancing at nightclubs, weddings, cruise vacations and parties. Singles and couples welcome. Call Cy at 703-250-5360 to sign up.
Ballet Camps. Tiny Dancers offers week-long ballet camps at its Fairfax studio for young dancers ages 3-6. All camp sessions include daily ballet instruction, snack, fine-motor exercise through a theme-related craft and dress-up dance interpretation of favorite fairy tales. Each session culminates with a recital and reception for family and friends. Call 703-385-5580 or visit www.tinydancers.com.
* Aug. 13-17, "Magical Memories"
* Aug. 20-24, "Enchanted Castles"
* Aug. 27-31, "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun"
Learn Carolina Shag dancing with the Northern Virginia Shag Club. Lessons take place at Rene’s Supper Club, 3251 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax. Social dancing follows the lessons. See www.nvshag.org or call Cathy Metcalf at 703-690-2631, or e-mail ccmetcalf@verizon.net for more information.
* Juniors lessons are 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through Aug. 8. Free, under 21.
* Adult lessons are 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Lesson is free, adults’ cover charge is $6.
Arts
Pottery Classes. Susan Fox Hirschmann is enrolling children for pottery classes at her studio near Guinea Road and Braddock Road in Fairfax. Call for private or semi-private lessons. Call 703-978-1480 or e-mail artpottery616@aol.com.
* Six sessions, Wednesdays from 3-5 p.m. Dates Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29, with pottery pick-up party day and time to be decided. $215 includes $30 materials fee for clay, glazes and firings.
* Girl Scout Adventures in Clay. Two-session program for Scouts where girls create two different projects and learn about technique, glazing and history and qualify for a ceramics/hobby badge. Ages 9 and up. $35/scout, 10 minimum.
Life Through Art is an art center based in Springfield that offers classes, camps and healing sessions. Located at 9018 Maritime Court, Springfield. For more information, call Maureen at 703-455-4473 or visit www.lifethroughart.com.
* Women's Creativity Group. Meet and create art projects relevant to life experiences for finding a creative edge and for self-discovery. Twice per month. $25 per class, most supplies included. Classes are 1.5 hour long.
* Art Studio. All aspiring and established artists welcome. Work on own projects with some instruction and critique. Meets Fridays 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $15 per session with most supplies included.
* After-School and Homeschool Art. Explore many different types of art including drawing, architecture, art history and sculpture. $25 per group session and $35 per private session. Each session is 1.5 hour long. Classes individually created for each child's interest and schedule.
Photo Workshop. Lloyd Wolf offers non-darkroom classes Sept. 17 and 24 and Oct. 1 from 8-10 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax. Explore technical and aesthetic use of the 35mm SLR or quality digital camera, prepare to submit to the JCCNV’s photographic competition and exhibition, "L’Dor V’Dor: Living Tradition." $60/JCCNV members, $75/non-members. 703-323-0880.
Learn To Knit. Knitting classes are offered at The Yarn Barn, 9413-C Old Burke Lake Road, Burke. Store hours are Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Project help workshops are $5, offered Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. as well as Saturdays from 8-10 a.m. For more, call 703-978-2220 or 1-800-762-5274, or e-mail burkeyarnbarn@yahoo.com. Visit www.geocities.com/theyarnbarnonline.
The Springfield Art Guild offers the following classes at Kings Park Community room at the Kings Park Shopping Center. Call 703-866-5254.
* Oil Painting Workshop. Every Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $15 per session. Drop in for professional instruction by Susan Norman. Students provide own supplies.
* Open Studio/Critique takes place the first and third Thursdays of the month from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Tables, chairs, water and spotlights available. Students bring own supplies. Call 703-493-7676.
<cal1>Finance and Business
<cal2>Estate Planning. Attorney Bryan R. Bishop presents a free Estate Planning Seminar on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at 8704 Lee Highway, Suite 201 in Fairfax. Reservations appreciated, but walk-ins welcomed. Call 703-641-0300.
The Financial Education Center for Women Entrepreneurs conducts several classes at the Community Business Partnership, 7001 Loisdale Road, Suite C, Springfield. Limited scholarships available for all classes. For more, call 703-768-1440 or visit www.cbponline.org.
Languages
Greenspring Village’s English As a Second Language (ESL). Instruction to assist employees who want to improve their language skills. ESL classes meet twice a week. Volunteers who wish to enroll are asked to pay a $20 registration fee to be refunded at the completion of the course. Visit www.ericksonretirement.com.
Adult English as a Second Language (ESL). Classes offered by Hogar Hispano of Catholic Charities at 24 locations in Northern Virginia. The cost is $40 per semester, textbook included. Call 703-534-9805 ext. 222 or visit www.ccda.net for the schedule.
English Classes. Free English classes for adults Saturdays from 5-6:30 p.m. Free testing to determine which level students should be in. Text is $20. Classes in Trailer Rooms 5A, 5B, 6A and 6B at Christ Church, 8285 Glen Eagles Lane, Fairfax Station. Contact debbie-tim-mccrory@cox.net.
Practice English. Kingstowne Library sponsors a conversation group for adults learning English. Classes take place on Wednesdays, at 10:15 a.m. Call 703-339-4610. Kingstowne Library is located at 6500 Landsdowne Centre.
Group English Practice. Adults practice English with group of others learning the language 3 p.m. every Monday at Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St., Springfield. 703-451-8055.
Miscellaneous
Colorful World, a small minority women-owned education consulting organization in Springfield providing diversity education consulting, training and resources, offers several classes at the center, 7001 Loisdale Road, Suite C-215, Springfield. For more, visit www.colorfulworld.com or call 703-778-9910.
Etiquette. The Etiquette School of Virginia offers classes in Fairfax Station and Burke Centre. Topics include greetings and handshakes, etiquette in public places, host and guest behavior, image and interviewing. Includes hands-on participation and historical perspectives. For location details, dates and more, call 703-203-7853 or see www.etiquetteschoolva.com.