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Tickets for Mount Vernon’s Wine Festival & Sunset Tour will go on sale April 15 via www.ticketmaster.com, 703-573-SEAT or Mount Vernon’s Orientation Center. $30/person. Sample a variety of wines while listening from a variety of historic interpreters. Visit www.mountvernon.org or 703-780-2000.
Bike Ride. Every Sunday at 2 p.m. at Cameron Run Regional Park Parking lot, 4100 Eisenhower Ave. Come ride on the Holmes Run Greenway. Anyone can ride, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Ride either 5.6 miles or 6.9 miles. Visit http://bike.meetup.com/288 or call Susan Schneider, BikeWalk Alexandria, at 202-403-1148.
In April, in fun and informative "seminars" local residents can learn how to find treasures along Richmond Highway. There will be guided "field trips" to find great treasures in thrift shops and antique shops. WIth the help of an expert, the treasure hunters will explore the wonderful local sources for antique, vintage, collectible and gently used great finds. Sign up for one session or a series. 703-819-4512 for more information.
The Alexandria Library invites the community to read “Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World’s Worst Dog,” by John Grogan this spring as part of the inaugural All Alexandria Reads program. From April through June, all residents of Alexandria are encouraged to check out “Marley & Me,” and get involved in discussion groups, special events, and activities that focus on animal-based themes from the book. Extra copies of the book are available at every library in Alexandria—check out your copy today and be a part of this exciting program. As part of this year’s All Alexandria Reads activities, the Alexandria Library has planned a number of other spring programs featuring information on dog health, obedience, and even massage. For a complete listing of events, visit a branch of the Alexandria Library or visit www.alexandria.lib.va.us
Visit George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill through Oct. 31 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. See how whiskey got started. $4/adult; $2/child. Get discounts with admission to Mount Vernon Estate. Visit www.mountvernon.org for more.
Take a seasonal walking tour from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Mount Vernon Estate. This 30-minute tour explores a variety of contributions. Free. Visit www.mountvernon.org for more.
On Sundays take a Potomac River Sightseeing Cruise at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. $9/adult; $5/child in addition to Mount Vernon Estate admission. Visit www.mountvernon.org for schedules.
Green Spring Garden has a market on Saturdays, April 19, 26 and May 3, 10 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road. Browse through shrubs, grasses and more. 703-642-5173.
Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road, is holding a children’s gardening program every Monday from 2-4 p.m. through May 19. Children between 8-12 years old can get garden lessons, do hands-on activities, and grow your own garden with help from Green Spring staff and Master Gardeners. $70/student. Call 703-642-5173 to register.
Every Tuesday and Thursday through October from 5- 8 p.m. at Hotel Monaco Alexandria, enjoy Doggie Happy Hour. Enjoy doggie treats and human treats.
Join City archaeologists and trained volunteers for an exciting program for kids of all ages at Alexandria Archaeology Family Dig Days. Be part of the fascinating archaeological investigation and discover firsthand the hidden clues left behind by the people who lived and worked there hundreds of years ago, by helping screen excavated soil. Monthly Family Dig Days will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive, in Alexandria. The 2008 dates are on Saturdays: May 31; June 14; July 12; Aug. 16; Sept. 20 and Oct. 18. $5/person and spots fill up fast. Call 703-838-4399 or visit www.alexandriaarchaeology.org to reserve a spot.
Friday/April 18
Lunch Bunch. Noon at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Bring lunch and join for stories. For children birth-5 years with adult. Free. 703-971-0010.
Spring Plant Sale. The American Horticultural Society will hold a sale from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at River Farm, 7931 E. Boulevard Drive. Features more than 50 designs and 300 pieces grown by members. Free, but a cost for parking. Visit www.ahs.org or 703-768-5700 ext. 114.
Extreme Gardening. 1:30-3 p.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Brenda Skarphol, Green Spring horticulturalist discusses ways to combat adverse conditions including plant selection and gardening techniques. $15. Call 703-642-5173 to register.
Musical Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Bishop Ireton, 201 Cambridge Road. See a performance of “The Pajama Game.” $10/adult; $8/student and senior. 703-212-5166.
Saturday/April 19
Pancake Breakfast. 7-10 a.m. at United Methodist Church, 100 E. Windsor Ave. Enjoy an all you can eat breakfast. $5/adult; $3/child. E-mail office@delrayumc.org or 703-549-2088.
Book Signing. 1 p.m. at Waldenbooks, 5801 Duke St. Meet Julie Patton and Rita Holtz as they sign copies of “The Historic Photos of Alexandria.” Free. 703-658-9576.
Youth Day1-4 p.m. at Everly-Wheatley Funeral Home parking lot, 1500 W. Braddock Road. Enjoy clowns, face painting, food, visits from the Fire and Police Departments, raffles and more. Proceeds benefit Center for Alexandria and Coats for Kids.
Soldier-Led Tour. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Fort Ward Park, 4301 W. Braddock Road. Learn about the history of the fort. Free. Visit www.fortward.org or 703-838-4848.
The Great Zucchini. 11 a.m. at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. Tickets are available and proceeds will benefit the Soft Playroom at Chinquapin Park. E-mail softplayroom@gmail.com or www.supportthesoftplayroom.com.
Book Discussion. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Hall Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Discuss “The N Word” by Jabari Asim. Author reading, discussion and signing. Free. Adults. 703-765-3645.
Herb and Wildflower Sale. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Carlyle House Historic Park. There will be a clinic, live music, food, games and activities for children and more. $4/person. Visit www.nvrpa.org for more
Garden Tour. Take a tour of six private homes in Old Town filled with flowers, quiet corners and reflecting pools. Tickets can be purchased at the Ramsay House, 221 King St., 703-838-5005, or one of the houses on tour. $35/adult; $20/child in advance or $40/adult on the day of. Visit www.VisitAlexandriaVA.com for more.
Spring Plant Sale. The American Horticultural Society will hold a sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at River Farm, 7931 E. Boulevard Drive. Features more than 50 designs and 300 pieces grown by members. Free, but a cost for parking. Visit www.ahs.org or 703-768-5700 ext. 114.
Cheerleading Competition. 11 a.m. at TC Williams, 3330 King St. Features squads from Charles Barrett, Charles Houston and more. There will be an alumni reception, performances and more. Advance tickets are $5/adults; $2/children age 6-12. Limited tickets will be available at the door $10/adult; $4/child 6-12. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/recreation or 703-838-4345.
Drawn Into the Garden. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Explore various artistic drawing media with artist Judy Murrett on a sketching excursion into the gardens at Green Spring. Open to artists of all abilities. Learn by drawing with pencil, ink pen, and oil pastel. Bring a bag lunch. A supply list plus notes on the subject sent to all who register. $65. Call 703-642-5173 to register.
Garden Sprouts: Amazing Ants. 10- 11 a.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Children 3-5 years with accompanying adults can make an antennae, shrink to the size of an ant, and find a way through the tall grass to a picnic basket. $5. Call 703-642-5173 to register.
Musical Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Bishop Ireton, 201 Cambridge Road. See a performance of “The Pajama Game.” $10/adult; $8/student and senior. 703-212-5166.
Fashion Show and Lunch. 11 am.-1 p.m. at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Road. Sponsored by Chico’s. $20/person. Reservations at www.aldersgate.net or 703-765-6555.
Rummage Sale. The preschool of Plymouth Haven Baptist Church, 8600 Plymouth Road, will be holding a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to noon. There is a $1per person admission charge to benefit the preschool. The preschool also has enrollment openings, as well as employment opportunities for the 08-09 school year.
Springtime Ball. 8-11 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern, 134 N. Royal St. Enjoy music, dessert, cash bar and gaming. $45 in advance or $50/door. Reservations required, www.gadsbystavern.org or 703-838-4242.
Reading. The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department will read to young children from 9 a.m.-noon at Gum Springs Children’s Center, 8100 Fordson Road. Honors young children and thanks teachers for making a difference in their lives. Free.
Sunday/April 20
Music Performance. Hear music for the bamboo flute at 3 p.m. at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Free. 301-754-3842.
Community Sing. 3 p.m. at Washington Street United Methodist Church, 115 S. Washington St. Free but donations accepted. Visit www.wsumc.com or 703-836-4324.
Music Performance. 3:30 p.m. at Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. John Adams Orff Ensemble will perform with the National Symphony Brass Quintet. Proceeds benefit Alexandria City Public Schools. 430/adult; $10/child. Visit www.alexandriakiwanis.org for more.
Monday/April 21
Springtime Crafts. 3 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. After-school activities and crafts for ages 6-12. Free. 703-971-0010.
Tuesday/April 22
Book Discussion Group. 7:30 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Discuss “Mandela: A Critical Life” by Tom Lodge. Free. Adults. 703-339-4610.
Wednesday/April 23
Poetry Fun. 4-5:30 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Celebrate National Poetry Month through poetry theatre and activities. For children ages 6-12. Free. 703-339-4610.
Writer’s Peer Review Group. 7 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Review peers’ works and receive feedback. Free. Adults. 703-339-4610.
R is for Raindrop. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Hall Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Stories and activities for children ages 2-5 with adult. Free. 703-765-3645.
What’s New in Children’s Literature. Training for preschool caregivers with two-hour certificate earned at 7 p.m. at Sherwood Hall Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Adults. Free. 703-765-3645.
Broadway Revue Concert. 7 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2911 Cameron Mills Road. Professional singers and instrumentalists will perform Broadway tunes. Free-will offering will benefit House of Ruth. Reception to follow. Visit www.trinityalexandria.org or 703-549-5500 ext. 103.
Theatre Performance. Local students will perform “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive, at 7 p.m. Visit www.stageplay.tv or 703-619-5209 for information.
Thursday/April 24
Science and Stories. 4 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Stories, activities and age-appropriate science experiment for children ages 4-6. Free. 703-971-0010.
Dogs and More Dogs. 1 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Stories, fingerplays and activities about man’s best friend. For children ages 3-5. Free. 703-339-4610.
Bears, Bears Everywhere. 10:30 a.m. at Martha Washington Library, 6614 Fort Hunt Road. Stories, fingerplays, songs and a craft for children ages 2-5. Free. 703-768-6700.
Garden Stroll and Tea. 1-3 p.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Spend a relaxing afternoon strolling through the gardens and taking tea at the Historic House. Individuals and groups are welcome. $25. Call 703-941-7987 to register.
Friday/April 25
Lunch Bunch. Noon at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Bring lunch and join for stories. For children birth-5 years with adult. Free. 703-971-0010.
Basic Gardening Series: Annuals, Tropicals, and Tenders. 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Bring color and vibrance to a garden with annuals, tropicals, and tender perennials. $11. Call 703-642-5173 to register.
Music Performance. The Alexandria Harmonizers Chorus will be performing “60 Years of Harmony” at 8 p.m. at Bishop Ireton, 201 Cambridge Road. $22/adults with rates for seniors and students. Visit www.harmonizers.org or 703-910-4600.
Dance Performance. Patrick Henry Elementary, 4643 Taney Ave., will hold a dance performance from 7:30-9 p.m. $10/adults; $5/child at the door. Proceeds benefit the PTA. 703-461-4170.
Theatre Performance. Carl Sandburg Middle School presents “Alice in Wonderland” at 7:30 p.m. $8/adult; $5/student. 703-799-6204.
Theatre Performance. The Virginia Ballet Company and School presents a rehearsal of “Snow White” at 6:30 p.m. at NVCC Annandale’s Ernst Theater, 8333 Little River Turnpike. $10/person open seating. 703-249-8227.
Saturday/April 26
Hollin Halls House and Garden Tour. Noon-6 p.m. at Fort Hunt Road at Paul Spring Road. See mid-century architecture, furniture and more. $20/person. Visit www.hollinhills.org or 703-768-1662.
Theatrical Play. 7:30 p.m. at George Washington Middle School, 1005 Mt. Vernon Ave. Se the one-man theatrical play “And It’s Deep Too, The Richard Pryor Story.” $20/person.
Let the Games Begin. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. All ages can play a variety of board games. Free. 703-339-4610.
Mariachi Estrellas. 1 p.m. at Martha Washington Library, 6614 Fort Hunt Road. All ages can enjoy live Mariachi music. Free. 703-768-6700.
Workshop: Water Gardening in Containers. 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Green Spring horticulturalist Mary Frogale provides inspiration and advice on container water gardening. Afterwards plant a container garden to take home. Plants and attractive container included. $50. Call 703-642-5173 to register.
Saturday, April 26
Family Fun: Build a Bird House Workshop. 2-3:30 p.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Children 6 years and up with adult can build a bird house or ‘nesting box’ and invite some feathered friends to your home. Bring our binoculars outdoors to look and listen for birds, and learn their names and their mating and nesting habits. Materials provided. $20/project. Call 703-642-5173 to register
Earth Day. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Ben Brenman Park, 4800 Brenman Park Drive. Families can participate in activities to learn how to reduce an environment footprint, including demonstrations, music, planting and more. Free. Visit www.alexearthday.org for more.
Fill Our Empty Bowls. 4-6 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5952 Franconia Road. Purchase a handmade bowl for $25 and eat Haitian stew with proceeds benefiting The Lazarus Project. 703-823-5435.
Annual Walkathon. 8:30 a.m. at Fort Ward Park, 4301 W. Braddock Road. Walk two miles in support of Project Discovery. Suggested registration donation of $5-$50. Free t-shirts, prizes and refreshments. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/walkathon or 703-838-0990.
Theatre Performance. See a one-man play at 7:30 p.m. at George Washington Middle School, 1005 Mount Vernon Ave. $20. Visit www.ambriapark.com or 703-828-3861.
Music Performance. The Alexandria Harmonizers Chorus will be performing “60 Years of Harmony” at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Bishop Ireton, 201 Cambridge Road. $22/adults with rates for seniors and students. Visit www.harmonizers.org or 703-910-4600.
New Orleans Night. Enjoy an evening of New Orleans food, music, auctions and dancing at Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. Benefits ALIVE! $85/person or $150/couple. Visit www.alive-inc.org or 703-837-9300.
Tavern Dog Contest. Help select Gadby’s Tavern’s first Tavern Dog from 1-4 p.m. at Market Square, 301 King St. Dogs are encouraged to apply. Visit www.gadsbystavernmuseum.us or 703-836-2407 to register.
Yard Sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Hollin Halls neighborhood. Find a variety of items such as clothing, toys, books and more. Free. Contact Lorraine at 703-768-2517.
Theatre Performance. Carl Sandburg Middle School presents “Alice in Wonderland” at 7:30 p.m. $8/adult; $5/student. 703-799-6204.
Yard Sale. Epiphany Lutheran Church, 5521 Old Mill Road, will hold a yard and bake sale from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Proceeds help local and national charities. Call Lynne at 703-678-9324.
Benefit Gala. The Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry is holding a gala at 8 p.m. at the Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. Enjoy cocktails, desserts, dancing and auctions. $35/person. Visit www.novam.org for more.
Theatre Performance. The Virginia Ballet Company and School presents “Snow White” at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at NVCC Annandale’s Ernst Theater, 8333 Little River Turnpike. $25/adult, $20/person, $15/child or senior. 703-249-8227.
Sunday/April 27
Walk for Life. Noon at Fort Hunt Park, 8981 Fort Hunt Road. 5k walk for Catholic Charities to raise funds for counseling, assistance and more. Register online at www.ccda.net, 703-425-0100 or on-site. $20/person, $15/seniors, includes t-shirt and lunch.
Annual Cook-Off. Carpenter’s Shelter will host a cook-off at The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., from noon-3 p.m. $40/adult; $5/child age 6-17 and free to children under 5. Taste food from a variety of local restaurants, enjoy auctions, music and more. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by calling 703-548-7500, ext. 231.
Music Performance. 4 p.m. at Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Hear music by the New Dominion Chorale and Orchestra. $25/adult; $20/senior; $5/student. Visit www.newdominion.org or 703-442-9404.
Music Concert. 3 p.m. at Old Presbyterian Meeting House, 321 S. Fairfax St. Children’s Chorus of Washington benefits United Orphanage and Academy in Kenya. Free, but donations encouraged. Visit www.opmh.org or 703-549-6670.
Dance Performance. Tehreema Mitha Dance Company will perform at 4 p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. $12/person. Visit www.tmdancecompany.org or 703-505-0700.
Britain on the Green. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Colllingwood Library and Museum, 8301 E. Boulevard Drive. See 14 models of classic and modern British cars. $5/person for admission; $15-$18/car. 703-354-1361.
Titan Expo. Noon-5 p.m. at Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St. Browse through art, music, games and more. Donations of items and baked goods encouraged. 703-824-6868.
Theatre Performance. The Virginia Ballet Company and School presents “Snow White” at 2 p.m. at NVCC Annandale’s Ernst Theater, 8333 Little River Turnpike. $25/adult, $20/person, $15/child or senior. 703-249-8227.
Monday/April 28
Writers’ Group. 7 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. For all writers; read material and get feedback. Free. 703-339-4610.
Mystery Group. 7 p.m. at Martha Washington Library, 6614 Fort Hunt Road. Call branch for title. Adults. Free. 703-768-6700.
Tuesday/April 29
How Does Your Garden Grow? 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Hall Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Stories and activities about spring for children ages 2-5 with adult. Free. 703-765-3645.
Music Performance. 7:30 p.m. at Episcopal High School, 3900 W. Braddock Road. The National Chamber Players will perform a concert to benefit Autism Speaks. Gallery and reception starts at 6:30 p.m. For tickets visit http://events.autismspeaks.org/dcconcert or 703-933-4135.
Wednesday/April 30
Story Time. 10:30 a.m. at Olsson’s Old Town, 106 S. Union St. Children ages 3-5 can enjoy a picture book. Free. 703-684-0077.
Thursday/May 1
Theatre Performance. T.C. Williams High School presents “Aida” at 7:30 p.m. at the school, 3330 King St. $8/adult; $6/student, staff or senior citizen.
Friday/May 2
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta & Silent Auction. 7-10 p.m. at the George Washington Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. Dinner, dancing and a silent auction featuring products and services from top Old Town and area merchants. Tickets are $30 each and $55 per couple in advance, and $40 each onsite. Proceeds benefit the children of the Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church Preschool, Alexandria. Call 703-461-6598.
New Hope Gala. Held at Historic lobby of Terminal A, Washington Reagan National Airport. Includes reception, auctions, dinner, dancing and more. $150/person. For reservations call 703-799-2293 ext. 20.
Theatre Performance. T.C. Williams High School presents “Aida” at 7:30 p.m. at the school, 3330 King St. $8/adult; $6/student, staff or senior citizen.
Saturday/May 3
Spring Bus Tour. The Friends of Fort Ward presents a tour to Manassas and Ball’s Bluff and see highlights including Manassas Battlefield Park and more.
$105/member; $120/nonmembers includes snacks, transportation and admission. Lunch is separate. 703-88-4848 to register.
Music Celebration. Tom Paxton will be honored at 7 p.m. at Schlesinger Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Performers include The Chad Mitchell Trio, Side by Side and more. $40-$90/person. Visit www.wfma.net or 1-866-412-5943.
Teddy Bear Tea. 1-3:30 p.m. at Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. Children ages 5-10 with adult can learn about table etiquette. $18/person and reservations required by April 25. 703-838-4356.
Church BBQ. 11 a.m. until sold out at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 8009 Fort Hunt Road. Includes pork bbq and grilled chicken, hot dogs and more. $8. Benefits church activities and outreach programs. Visit www.saintlukeschurch.net or 703-765-4342.
Plant Sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at George Mason Elementary School, 2601 Cameron Mills Road. Sale includes perennials, herbs, vegetables and more. Free.
Open House. 1-4 p.m. see Alexandria artist Patrick O’Brien and Arlington artist Barbara Weber exhibit some of their turned wood and basketry at Artists’ Undertaking Gallery, 309 Mill St., Occoquan, from May 6 through June 2. Free. Visit www.theartistsundertaking.com or 703-494-0584.
Theatre Performance. T.C. Williams High School presents “Aida” at 7:30 p.m. at the school, 3330 King St. $8/adult; $6/student, staff or senior citizen.
Sunday/May 4
Opening Reception. 1-3 p.m. meet artists from “Paintings of the Potomac Valley Watercolorists” at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road from April 29 through June 30. Free. Visit potomacvalleywatercolorist.com or 703-642-5173.
Stories and Music. 4-6 p.m. at Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, 1909 Windmill Lane. All ages can enjoy local storytellers, musicians and more. Food sales and donations benefit Mount Vernon Unitarian Church and Fort Hunt Preschool. Free. 703-765-5950.
Trunk Show. The Alexandria Choral Society presents a trunk show from 1-4 p.m. at Belle Haven Country Club, 1023 Fort Hunt Road. Features a fashion show, vendors, silent auction and more. $25/person or $40/two people. Visit www.alexchoralsociety.org.
Opening Reception. 1-3 p.m. see paintings of the Potomac Valley Watercolorists at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road from April 29 through June 30. Free. Visit potomacvalleywatercolorist.com or 703-642-5173 for more.
Walkathon. 1:30-4:30 at First Christian Church, 2723 King St. Walk 5 miles with proceeds benefiting ALIVE! $10/adult; $5/child and senior. 703-548-9255.
Music Performance. 4 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2911 Cameron Mills Road. Features music by the John Adams Orff Ensemble. Free. Donations benefit the school’s Janice Baker Cook Fund for Music. 703-824-6970.
Wednesday/May 7
Opening Reception. 5-8 p.m. “Rhapsody In Bloom,” a collection of watercolors and fine art photography by local artists Kathleen and Tom Ball, will be on display at the American Horticultural Society’s River Farm headquarters through June 28. For more information, please contact Sarah Christie, Events Coordinator, at 703-768-5700 ext. 114 or schristie@ahs.org.