E-mail announcements to the Gazette, gazette@connectionnewspapers.com. Photos and artwork are encouraged. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week's paper. Call Rebecca Halik at 703-917-6407 with questions.
Ongoing
Mount Vernon Community bands need members. All concert band musicians wanted. Most needed are: oboes, bassoons, French horns, saxophones, flutes, trombones, and clarinets. Also needed and welcome are: percussionists, and players of tubas, euphoniums, trumpets. Visit www.mvbands.com, e-mail MVSwingBand@Cox.net or call 703-339-6534 for more information.
On Mondays, through Dec. 1 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., the Green Spring Gardens located at 4603 Green Spring Road, will be having Yoga for Gardeners for adults. The program will offer a series of classes featuring the Vinyasa method to increase your flexibility, strength, and endurance for gardening. $ 66/ six-class sessions. For more information and to register call 703-642-5173.
On Sundays from noon-5 p.m., visit the Waterfront and see history-inspired performances near the Torpedo Factory; do a “meet and greet” of early Alexandria residents and travelers near the Waterfront and lower King Street. Free. Visit www.historicalexandria.org for more.
On Monday Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. Green Spring Gardens will be having Family Story Time for children of all ages where there will be stories and activities. Free. For more information visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/gspg
Children enter a world of fantasy and fables when costumed interpreters weave three tales together during Mount Vernon’s storytelling session, “Once Upon a Time at Mount Vernon”, held every Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. through November at the Hands-On History room in the Donald W. Reynolds Education Center, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. The storytelling program is recommended for children ages three to eight. Parental supervision is required. “Once Upon at Time at Mount Vernon” is included in regular Estate admission: adults, $13.00; youth ages 6-11, $6.00; and children under 5 are admitted free.
Historic Mount Vernon has commemorative whiskey sets available for sale. The set includes a shot glass and a 50 mL bottle of whiskey consisting of 11 different whiskey brands blended and aged at Mount Vernon in 2005. The gift sets are $25 and are available for purchase in person with a valid ID at the Shops at Mount Vernon or George Washington’s Distillery. Visit www.mountvernon.org or 703-780-2000.
Four of Old Town Alexandria’s historic sites will welcome guests on Saturday, December 13, for the festive Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tour. The area’s premier traditional holiday event features period music, seasonal decorations, and special costumed tours. This year’s tour includes Carlyle House Historic Park (121 North Fairfax Street), Gadsby’s Tavern Museum (134 North Royal Street), Lee-Fendall House (614 Oronoco Street), and Old Presbyterian Meeting House (321 South Fairfax Street). Ticket prices are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $5 for children (ages 6-17). Special discount rates of $15 for adults and $12 for seniors are available when you buy before December 1. For information, tickets, and group sales information, please contact Gadsby’s Tavern Museum at 703.838.4242. Tickets for this event can also be purchased online at www.historicalexandria.org.
Historic Mount Vernon welcomes all Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and Camp Fire Club members (in uniform or wearing an official pin) to free admission during its Scouting Days program beginning Nov. 1 through Feb. 15, 2009. For more information, visit www.MountVernon.org.
Valerie Cahill, high school special education teacher in Orange, Calif., is requesting mementos of Virginia for her 3rd period English class students, who are studying the state. Please send any contributions to: Valerie Cahill, El Modena High School, 3920 Spring St., Orange, CA 92869.
Women can learn how to sing with lessons in a group from 7-8 p.m. on Nov. 19, Nov. 24, Dec. 3 and Dec. 10. Free. Held at The Hermitage, 5000 Fairbanks Ave., Alexandria. 703-764-3896 to RSVP.
Thursday/Nov. 6
Dance Lessons. 7:30-9 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal St. Learn the dances of Jane Austen, George Washington, and Abigail Adams in Gadsby's Tavern Museum's historic ballroom. The cost for lessons is $30 for the series or $12 per class. Visit www.gadsbystavern.org or call 703.838.4242 for tickets.
Book and Gift Sale. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. at Inova Hospital, 2501 Parkers Lane. Proceeds are to benefit INOVA Mount Vernon Hospital, its patients, and the community. Call 703-664-7260.
Veteran’s Day Celebration. Noon at the Fort Belvoir Community Club, 9300 Woodbury Rd. This patriotic program honors veterans from all services and outstanding soldiers from Fort Belvoir. Cost for active and retired military personnel is $15; all others $25. To make a reservation contact 703-360-6925 or info@mtvernon-leechamber.org.
Mother Goose Time. 10 a.m. at at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library,
2501 Commonwealth Ave. For ages 12-24 months with an adult.
Friday/Nov. 7
Concert. 8 p.m. at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. The United States Air Force Band Chamber Players will perform Music for French Horn featuring TSgt Brett Miller. Free. Call 202-767-5658 or visit www.usafband.af.mil for information.
Fashion Show. 11 a.m. at the Alexandria Hilton Mark Center, 5000 Seminary Road. Join the Board of Lady Managers of INOVA Alexandria Hospital for their Fall Fashion Show. Contact Lynda West at 703.836.8853 for tickets or to donate to the silent auction.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Dar Williams with Lucy Wainwright Roche. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Trunk and Fashion Show. Talk fashion at Dash’s of Old Town, 1114 King St. Free. Visit www.dashsofoldtown.com or 703-299-4015.
Wee Ones Story Time. 10:30 a.m. at Hooray for Books!, 1555 King St. Children up to age 2 can enjoy songs and stories. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Lunch Bunch. Noon at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Children up to age 5 can bring lunch and join in for stories. Free. 703-971-0010.
Saturday/Nov. 8
Holiday Bazaar and Café. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Road. Browse jewelry, White Elephant items, crafts, food and more. Free. 703-360-0197.
Walking Tour. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Fort Ward, 4301 W. Braddock Road, will offer free tours. Learn about the fort, including troops and defenses. Visit www.fortward.org or 703-838-4848.
Film Screening. 7 p.m. at Beth El Hebrew Congregation Social Hall, 3830 Seminary Road. See “The Band’s Visit,” in Hebrew and English with subtitles. $5/person, $10/family. Refreshments will be served.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Dar Williams with Lucy Wainwright Roche. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Art Reception. 6 – 9 p.m. See metalsmith jewelry artist Terri Logan’s trunk show at Arts Afire Glass Gallery, 1117 King St.
Soldier-Led Walking Tour. 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. at Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site, 4301 W. Braddock Road. Enjoy learning about the fort, history and how the soldiers lived. For more information, 703-838-4848 or visit www.fortward.org.
Dance Recital. 7 p.m. at Mt. Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. The Choreographers Collaboration Project presents its Fall Modern Dance Concert. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 12-17, under 12 free. Call 703-683-2070 or visit www.ccpdance.org.
Art Talk. 3 -5:30 p.m. at 807 N Royal St. Guest speaker Connie Cheung, Assistant Curator at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum will speak. Admission is $10. Proceeds to benefit the Burgundy Farm Country Day School Scholarship Fund.
Band Concert. 8 p.m. at the at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Center , 3001 North Beauregard St. the Virginia Grand Military Band will perform. Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for children under 17 and under. For details call (703)281-3331 or visit www.vgmb.com.
Art Reception. 4-9 p.m. for "Pickanninies, gollywoggs, mammies, & coons,” an exploration of controversial Black memorabilia, at the Blueberry Art Gallery, 3112A Mt. Vernon Ave.
Fall Festival and Silent Auction. 7-9 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 3601 Russell Road. Local Goods and Services, dining and vacation certificates and more
Saturday Stories. 10:30 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For all ages. Call 703-519-5900 x. 4 to register. Free.
Trunk and Fashion Show. Talk fashion at Dash’s of Old Town, 1114 King St. Free. Visit www.dashsofoldtown.com or 703-299-4015.
Benefit Concert. 6 p.m. at Minnie Howard Middle School, 3801 W. Braddock Road. Listen to Jazz artist Rick DellaRatta. $35/person. Visit www.jazzforpeace.org or 703-823-3600.
Book Release Party. 10 a.m. at Hooray for Books, 1555 King St. See performances, hear music and more to celebrate second edition of “DC Baby.” Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com.
Karen Katz Story Time. 11 a.m. at Hooray for Books, 1555 King St. Children up to age 6 can listen to stories such as “Daddy Hugs.” Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Book Sale. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. All ages. Free. 703-339-4610.
Fairfax County Stories. 3 p.m. at Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Hear stories from the Jamestown 400 legacy book. Free. 703-765-3645.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Sunday/Nov. 9
Art Reception. 1 – 4 p.m. See metalsmith jewelry artist Terri Logan’s trunk show at Arts Afire Glass Gallery, 1117 King St.
Concert. 7 p.m. at Church of the Resurrection, 2280 N. Beauregard St., Focus Inn Alexandria presents Dave Rowe Trio, with Doug Brouder. $15 general, $12 members or in advance. Contact kay@focusmusic.org, 703-501-6061, or visit www.focusmusic.org.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Alejandro Escovedo with Amy Cook. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Trunk and Fashion Show. Talk fashion at Dash’s of Old Town, 1114 King St. Free. Visit www.dashsofoldtown.com or 703-299-4015.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Monday/Nov.10
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Shawn Colvin with Katie Herzig. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Family Tale Night. 7 p.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Free.
Let’s Make a Gift. 3:30 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Children ages 6-12 can make crafts. Free. 703-971-0010.
Leaf Jumpers. 10:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Children ages 24-35 months can hear stories and activities about fall. Free. 703-339-4610.
Books & Ideas. 7:30 p.m. at Sherwood Regional Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Discuss “Pilgrim at Tinker Creek” by Annie Dillard. Free. 703-765-3645.
Tuesday/Nov. 11
Barbershop Chorus Concert. 11 a.m. at Mount Vernon estate, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. Celebrate Veteran's Day with a concert by the all-veteran barbershop chorus The Harmony Heritage Singers. Free. A wreathlaying at George Washington's tomb will follow at 2 p.m. Included with Mount Vernon admission: $13 for adults, $6 for children ages 6-11, and free for children under 6.
Veteran’s Day Program. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. This year’s honored guest and featured speaker will be Will Gunn will discuss “Making a Difference While Making History: Looking Back and Charting a Path for the Future.’ Call 703.838.4356 for reservations or more information.
Time for Twos. 10 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For ages 24 to 36 months with an adult. Free.
Stories and Songs. 11 a.m. at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. For ages 0-4 with adult. Sign up half hour prior. Free.
Storytime. 11 a.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Ages 2 and up with adult. Free.
Wednesday/Nov. 12
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Bob Schneider with Amie Miriello. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Speakers Breakfast. 8:00 a.m. at The Campagna Center, 418 S. Washington St. The Business Leadership Council Distinguished Speaker Series presents "Travel, Tourism, and History & Arts." Free. Call (703) 549-0111 x113 or email jgeoffray@campagnacenter.org for reservations.
Book Talk. 7-8 p.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Discuss the novel “Gatekeeper” by local author John Sullivan. Please call 703-838-4555, to register or for more info.
Pajama Party. 7 p.m. at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road. For ages 3 to 6 with an adult.
Storytime. 11 a.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Ages 2 and up with adult. Free.
Dine & Donate. 5-10 p.m. at Indigo Landing Restaurant. Proceeds benefit Alexandria Community Trust. For reservations, 703-548-0001.
N is for November. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Children ages 3-5 can enjoy alphabet fun and stories for November. Free. 703-765-3645.
Rising Words, Rising Images. 11 a.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Discuss “My Heart is on the Ground” by Ann Rinaldi. Children ages 9-12. Free. 703-765-3645.
Thursday/Nov. 13
Art Opening. 6-8 p.m. at the Torpedo Factory Art Center Target Gallery, 105 N. Union St. For “Finding Equilibrium,” featuring sculptor Travis Graves’ work. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org/galleries/targetnews.php or call 703/838-4565 for information.
Dance Lessons. 7:30-9 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal St. Learn the dances of Jane Austen, George Washington, and Abigail Adams in Gadsby's Tavern Museum's historic ballroom. The cost for lessons is $30 for the series or $12 per class. Visit www.gadsbystavern.org or call 703.838.4242 for tickets.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Inti-Illimani. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Antiques Preview Party. 6:30 p.m. at Commonwealth Center, 625 First St. Get a glimpse of Historic Alexandria Foundation’s Life Little Luxuries antiques show. Proceeds benefit the Foundation. $150. Call 703-549-5811 for tickets and information.
Latin American Book Discussion. 7-8:30 at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For the stories, contact Mark, 703-519-3498 or Beatley’s Reference desk. Free.
Story Time. 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Ages 3 to 5 – children only. Free.
Mother Goose Time. 10 a.m. at at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. For ages 12-24 months with an adult.
Music Performance. The Bowmans will perform with the Harley String Band at the Athenaeum, 201 Prince St. $10/person. Visit www.nvfaa.org or 703-548-0035.
Naked November Nights. 6-9 p.m. at Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. Browse through galleries, partake in scavenger hunts and more. Visit www.torpedofactory.org or 703-838-4565.
Holiday Marketplace. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at St. Aidan’s Day School, 8531 Riverside Road. Browse through over 20 crafters and vendors. Free.
What’s New in Picture Books. 7 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Adults can learn about new books. Free. 703-971-0010.
Fall Fun. 1 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Children ages 3-5 can hear stories and activities about fall. Free. 703-339-4610.
Friday/Nov. 14
Antiques Show. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Historic District, 625 First St., Alexandria. The Historic Alexandria Antiques Show celebrates its 60th Anniversary with 38 dealers offering more than 5,000 examples of antiques and fine arts. Admission is $15 at the door, $12 in advance. 703-549-5811 for information.
Happy Hour. 5:30 p.m. at the Belle Haven Country Club Living Room, 6023 Fort Hunt Rd. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres with the Friends of the Campagna Center. $35 per person, $50 per couple.
Comedy Show. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Kate Clinton in “Hilarity Clinton ‘08”. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 South Washington St. The Washington Balalaika Society presents Volodymyr and Nataliia Marunych, Bayan and Domra Virtuosos from Kiev, Ukraine. Tickets are $20 advance purchase, $25 at the door. Visit www.balalaika.org for more.
Hermitage Holiday Bazaar. 2:30-7 p.m, at The Hermitage in Northern Virginia, 5000 Fairbanks Ave. 703-797-3800.
Wine Tasting. 7 p.m. at 6201 Hillvale Place, Belle Haven. To benefit the Historic Alexandria Preservation Fund. $75. Call 703-549-5811 for tickets and information.
Time for Twos. 10 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For ages 24 to 36 months with an adult. Free.
Book and China Signing. Wendy Kvalheim will discuss and sign pieces from Mount Vernon’s Prosperity pattern from 2-4 p.m. at the Shops at Mount Vernon. Free. Visit www.mountvernon.org or 703-780-2000.
Ballroom Dancing for Couples. 8:30-11:30 p.m. on second Friday of each month; waltz, rumba, fox trot, cha cha, swing, tango, etc., to live music on large wooden dance floor, in the Mt Vernon area; $15/person. Next dances are Nov. 14 and Dec. 12. Reservations required – Go to: http://www.fridaynightersdancingclub.com/contactUs.html
Wee Ones Story Time. 10:30 a.m. at Hooray for Books!, 1555 King St. Children up to age 2 can enjoy songs and stories. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Holiday Marketplace. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Aidan’s Day School, 8531 Riverside Road. Browse through over 20 crafters and vendors. Free.
Lunch Bunch. Noon at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Children up to age 5 can bring lunch and join in for stories. Free. 703-971-0010.
Saturday/Nov. 15
Watercolor Series. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road. Learn how to paint backgrounds for flowers. $65/person. 703-642-5173 to register.
Orchestra Concert. 8 p.m. at the Rachel Schlesinger Concert Hall, 3001 N Beauregard St., Alexandria. Hear the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra perform selections from Mozart, Dvorack and Wilder. Tickets range from $80 - $40, with $20 student rates. www.alexsym.org or 703-548-0885 for information and tickets.
Antiques Show. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Historic District, 625 First St., Alexandria. The Historic Alexandria Antiques Show celebrates its 60th Anniversary with 38 dealers offering more than 5,000 examples of antiques and fine arts. Admission is $15 at the door, $12 in advance. 703-549-5811 for information.
Lecture. 10 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Alexandria at 901 North Fairfax St. Designer Wayne Zeigler will give his lecture “Antiques in Contemporary Interiors.” Admission is $10. Call 703-549-5811 for information and tickets.
Home for the Holidays. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Collingwood Library and Museum, 8301 E. Boulevard Drive. Browse through vendors, food and more. $15/person. 703-785-3275.
Gift Show. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson High School, 6560 Braddock Road. Browse through masks, inventions that combine art and music and more. Proceeds benefit the crew team. Visit www.tjgiftshow.com or 703-606-0523.
Fall Festival. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Fort Hunt Preschool, 1909 Windmill Lane. Enjoy and baked goods while the children are entertained with a moon bounce, storytelling, calligraphy, truck touch, games and crafts. Raffle and silent auction. Free. Call 703-768-7584 for information.
Concert. 8 p.m. at Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Alexandria Symphony Orchestra & Maestro Kim Allen Kluge with Yuliya Gorenman, piano and Amy Horn, French horn. Cost is $20-$80. Call 703-548-0885 or visit www.alexsym.org for tickets
Fundraiser. 6– 9 p.m. for Stop Child Abuse Now of northern Virginia. Enjoy wine from local wineries, hors d'oeuvres from local restaurants and caterers, a Silent Auction and more at theGeorge Washington Masonic National Memoria,101 Callahan Drive. Tickets begin at $75. Call 703-820-9001 or visit www.scanva.org for reservations.
Political Talk. 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Unitarian Church of Alexandria, 1909 Windmill Lane. Hear legislators and advocates speak about the 2009 Virginia Legislative session and how to make a difference. $10 fee. Lunch included.
Holiday Bazaar. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at Washington Street United Methodist Church, 115 South Washington St. Browse antiques, books, records, toys, holiday items, baked goods, and more.
Hermitage Holiday Bazaar 9 a.m. until noon at The Hermitage in Northern Virginia, 5000 Fairbanks Avenue, Alexandria.703-797-3800.
Volunteer Appreciation Party. 6-8 p.m. at the Alexandria Archeological Museum, Torpedo Art Factory, 105 N Union St. #327. RSVP by Nov. 11 to 703-838-4399.
Environmental Workshop. 2-3:30 p.m. at Green Spring Garden, 4603 Green Spring Road. Learn about using worms to create an indoor compost bin. $20. Registration required – 703-642-5173.
Cooking Demonstration. 4-6:30 p.m. at 10 Wolfe St to benefit the Historic Alexandria Preservation Fund. Learn to prepare and taste holiday hors d’oeuvres. $125 per person. Call 703-549-5811 for tickets and information.
Saturday Stories. 10:30 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For all ages. Call 703-519-5900 x. 4 to register. Free.
Saturday Stories. 2 p.m. at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road. For all ages with an adult. Free.
Fall Festival. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Grade School, 1417 W. Braddock Road. Free admission, but cost for rides/games. Enjoy shopping, food, and more. Visit www.blessedsacramentcc.org for more.
Anniversary Party. 3-6 p.m. at FitOne Studio, 814 N. Saint Asaph St. Features a fashion show in the latest exercise threads. Free. Visit www.fitonestudio.com or 703-548-2223.
Family Story Time. 11 a.m. at Hooray for Books, 1555 King St. Children age 2 and older can come with family members for stories. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Jumpin’ and Jammin’ Show with Mr. Shine. 10:30 a.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. All ages can enjoy music, magic and puppets. Free. 703-971-0010.
The Singing Weatherman. 11 a.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. All ages can learn about the weather from a meteorologist. Free. 703-339-4610.
Harambee Readers. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Discuss “Maddening Behaviors: Some I Hear, A Lot I See.” By Tahara Nichols and Nicole Shivers. Free. 703-765-3645.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Sunday/Nov. 16
Antiques Show. Noon-5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Historic District, 625 First St., Alexandria. The Historic Alexandria Antiques Show celebrates its 60th Anniversary with 38 dealers offering more than 5,000 examples of antiques and fine arts. Admission is $15 at the door, $12 in advance. 703-549-5811 for information.
Home for the Holidays. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Collingwood Library and Museum, 8301 E. Boulevard Drive. Browse through vendors, food and more. $15/person. 703-785-3275.
Art Opening. 6-8 p.m. See “Protected Landscapes: Paintings of The Nature Conservancy Preserves” at the Athenaeum Gallery, 201 Prince St. Free.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Susan Tedeschi with special guest James Hunter. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Family Tale Night. 7 p.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Free.
Poetry Event. 4-9 p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Hear Rod Smith curate the evening. Free, but donations accepted. Visit dcpoetry.com or 703-400-2984.
Music Festival. 4 p.m. at St. James’ Episcopal Church, 5614 Old Mill Road. Local church choirs and school choruses will be showcased. Free, but canned food donation is encouraged. 703-303-1622.
Bridge Club. 4 p.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Beginners and advanced players age 12 and up. Free. 703-765-3645.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Monday/Nov. 17
Book Discussion. 7 p.m. at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. Discuss The Secret Life of Bees, Sue Monk Kidd. Call Ruth at 703-838-4566 for more information.
Lighters and Matches are Tools For Grownups. 10:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Ages 3-5 can listen to this educational puppet show. Free. 703-339-4610.
Pointed Pursuits. 7:30 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Adults can spend time with other knitters, embroiderers and needleworkers. Free. 703-339-4610.
Colors and Shapes. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Children ages 2-3 can enjoy stories and activities. Free. 703-765-3645.
Tuesday/Nov. 18
Violin Class. 6:30 p.m. at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. All ages can learn from Charles Castleman. Free. Visit www.charlescastleman.com or 703-838-4994.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Robyn Hitchcock, “I often dream of trains and other phenomena”. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Time for Twos. 10 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For ages 24 to 36 months with an adult. Free.
Book Talk. 7:30 p.m. at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. Hear local author Rohulamin Quander talk about his book The Quander Quality: The True Story of a Black Trailblazing Diabetic.
Stories and Songs. 11 a.m. at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. For ages 0-4 with adult. Sign up half hour prior. Free.
Storytime. 11 a.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Ages 2 and up with adult. Free.
Mother-Daughter Book Discussion. 7 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Call for title. Ages 10-12. Free. 703-971-0010.
Fall into Fall. 10:30 a.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Children ages 24-35 months can hear stories and activities about fall. Free. 703-339-4610.
Wednesday/Nov. 19
Film Screening. 7:30pm at Huntley Meadows Park Visitors’ Center, 3701 Lockheed Blvd. A new documentary, Restoring Dyke Marsh will be premiered. Free. Call 703-768-2525 for information.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Shelby Lynne with Jim Bianco. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Pajama Story Time. 7 p.m. at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. For ages 3-6 without an adult.
Pajama Party. 7 p.m. at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road. For ages 3 to 6 with an adult.
Storytime. 11 a.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Ages 2 and up with adult. Free.
Fall Into Giving. 6:30-9 p.m. at HSBC Bank, 415 John Carlyle St. Bring goods and gifts to the wine and cheese event. Visit www.givebackalexandria.org or 703-739-7778.
Small Wonders. 10:15 a.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Children ages 13-23 months can enjoy stories, fingerplays and more. Free. 703-971-0010.
Book Discussion. 7:15 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Call for title. Free. 703-971-0010.
Thursday/Nov. 20
Christmas Mart. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Pohick Church, 9301 Richmond Hwy. The Mart features handmade arts and crafts, jewelry, baked goods and frozen casseroles, various vendors and consignments. Free.
Dance Lessons. 7:30-9 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal St. Learn the dances of Jane Austen, George Washington, and Abigail Adams in Gadsby's Tavern Museum's historic ballroom. The cost for lessons is $30 for the series or $12 per class. Visit www.gadsbystavern.org or call 703.838.4242 for tickets.
Book Discussion Group. 7-8:30 p.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Discuss “An Interest in Life,” a story from The Little Disturbances of Man by Grace Paley. For info, call Bill at 703-931-3559.
Story Time. 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. Ages 3 to 5 – children only. Free.
Mother Goose Time. 10 a.m. at James M. Duncan, JR. Branch Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave. For ages 12-24 months with an adult.
Luncheon and Tour. Noon at The Hermitage in Northern Virginia, 5000 Fairbanks Ave. Free.
Stories and Science. 4 p.m. at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Ages 4-6. Enjoy stories, activities and experiments. Free. 703-971-0010.
Turkey Tales. 10:30 a.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Children ages 2-5 can enjoy stories and activities for Thanksgiving. Free. 703-765-3645.
Friday/Nov. 21
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Catie Curtis and Lori McKenna. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Time for Twos. 10 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For ages 24 to 36 months with an adult. Free.
Music Performance. 8 p.m. at Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive. Here music for brass quintet and flute. Free. Visit www.usafband.af.mil or 202-767-5658.
Wee Ones Story Time. 10:30 a.m. at Hooray for Books!, 1555 King St. Children up to age 2 can enjoy songs and stories. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Lunch Bunch. Noon at John Marshall Library, 6209 Rose Hill Drive. Children up to age 5 can bring lunch and join in for stories. Free. 703-971-0010.
Saturday/Nov. 22
Historic Ball. 7-11 p.m. at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal St. Enjoy a variety of English country dances, live music, dessert collation, gaming, and a cash bar. Tickets for reception and ball are $75. Tickets for the ball only cost $45 in advance or $50 at the door (if tickets are available). Call 703.838.4242.
Christmas Bazaar. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at St. Mary’s School, 400 Green St. The Bazaar includes over 60 exhibitors/vendors, Santa’s Workshop, crafts, bake sale, flea market, children’s games and prizes, book sale. Free.
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Jimmy Thackery & The Drivers with The Cathy Ponton King Band. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Saturday Stories. 10:30 a.m. at Charles Beatly Jr. Central Library, 5005 Duke St. For all ages. Call 703-519-5900 x. 4 to register. Free.
Fashion and Entertainment Show. 7 p.m. at Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. $15/adult; $7.50/child. Portion of the proceeds benefit the Youth Ministry of Shiloh Baptist Church. Visit www.walkthiswayproductions-kalaj.com or 703-927-2927.
FotoWeek DC Celebration. 5:30-8 p.m. at Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St. Enjoy a presentation by Steve Uzzell and receptions. Free. Visit www.torpedofactory.org or 703-838-4565.
Holiday Shop. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, 1909 Windmill Lane. Over 50 artisans in fiber arts, photography, wood, paper, metal, glass and clay; orchids; crafts from around the world; quilt raffle. Country kitchen with chutneys, baked goods, gingerbread house kits; enjoy a delicious lunch of soup, sandwich, cheese pie. Free.
Chow Down Story Time. 11 a.m. at Hooray for Books, 1555 King St. Children age 2 and up can get in the Thanksgiving spirit with stories about food. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
African American Stories and Legacy. 3 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Hear others speak about local topics. Free. 703-339-4610.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Sunday/Nov. 23
Music Performance. 8 p.m. at the Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St. Scottish singer Jim Malcolm will perform. $23/door. Visit www.sunspotpro.com or 800-404-9049.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Monday/ Nov. 24
Family Story Time. 2-3 p.m. at Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road. Families are invited to listen to stories read by the children’s librarian and enjoy an activity. Free. For more information call 703-642-5173.
Writers Group. 7 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. All writers, newcomers welcome. Free. 703-339-4610.
Tuesday/Nov. 25
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Ingrid Michaelson with Newton Faulkner and David Ford. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Short Story Discussion Group. 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road. Discuss Cather and Cheever selections in The Art of the Short Story. For more information, call Mark, 703-519-3498.
Storytime. 11 a.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Ages 2 and up with adult. Free.
Book Discussion. 7:30 p.m. at Kingstowne Library, 6500 Landsdowne Centre. Discuss “The Lady and the Panda” by Vicki Croke. Free. 703-339-4610.
Wednesday/Nov. 26
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. An evening with B.B. King. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Pajama Party. 7 p.m. at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road. For ages 3 to 6 with an adult.
Storytime. 11 a.m. at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library, 717 Queen St. Ages 2 and up with adult. Free.
Thursday/Nov. 27
Turkey Trot. 10 a.m. at the Cora Kelly Elementary School at the intersection of West Reed and Commonwealth Avenues. With two cans of food: $15/individuals ages 13-21 and $20/ages 22 and over. Food benefits Alive. Visit www.visitdelray.com/turkeytrot for tickets and t-shirt orders.
Friday/Nov. 28
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. The Seldom Scene and Dry Branch Fire. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Wee Ones Story Time. 10:30 a.m. at Hooray for Books!, 1555 King St. Children up to age 2 can enjoy songs and stories. Free. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Saturday/Nov. 29
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. The Seldom Scene and Dry Branch Fire. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Dinosaur Story Time. 11 a.m. at Hooray for Books, 1555 King St. Hear stories about dinosaurs. Free. Age 2 and up. Visit www.hooray4books.com or 703-548-4092.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.
Sunday/Nov. 30
Concert. 7:30 p.m. at the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave. Aaron Neville and his Quintet, featuring Charles Neville. Visit www.birchmere.com for information and tickets.
Bridge Club. 4 p.m. at Sherwood Library, 2501 Sherwood Hall Lane. Beginners and advanced players age 12 and up. Free. 703-765-3645.
Art Exhibit. See artwork by Yuri Kokoyanin at The von Brahler Ltd./Gallery, 1437 Powhatan St., from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Call for weekday hours, 703-798-8686. Free.