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<b>ONGOING</b>
Chick-fil-A at Fair Oaks Mall hosts "Family Night" every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. Every week there is a free, different activity to entertain kids of all ages. Come celebrate at Fair Oaks Mall, located inside the main entrance between Sears and Macy’s. Call us 703-279-1883 or email at CFAEVENTS@aol.com.
Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM) is looking for individuals, churches, families or businesses who would be willing to provide a holiday food basket to a needy family this Thanksgiving. This is a family-oriented program where you have the opportunity to deliver the basket directly to your sponsored family. There are still hundreds of families looking for sponsors. To help, contact Pam Ryan at 703-988-9656, ext. 3, or send an email to volunteer@wfcmva.org. Or mail your contribution, marked "Holiday Baskets," to WFCM, P.O. Box 220802, Chantilly, VA 20153.
Our Neighbors Child is the local organization that steps in during the holiday to provide toys and clothing for families in the immediate ZIP code who are having a difficult time. Through the help of 15 local churches, Western Fairfax Christian Ministries-Ways and Means, and many school counselors and social workers, ONC is able to determine the families who have the greatest need. Local volunteers then work together to meet those needs.
In its 17th year, ONC is looking for groups or individuals that would "adopt" the special needs of local families for the holiday season. The focus this year is on winter coats. Specific family information will not be available until Thanksgiving. If you are interested in helping, email to Kathy Sposa and Tracy McInturff at Sposafamily@aol.com.
A new Boy Scout of America Troop, Troop 2 is being formed in Centreville. It will meet on Monday nights at 7 p.m. at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church. Troops 2's focus is on learning self reliance and leadership, in the outdoors, in the real world, away from the video games and TV. Upcoming activities are selected to be an integrated mix of fun and serious learning including: hiking on the AT, cooking with fire, swimming, first aid, Dutch oven cooking, Klondike, national battlefields and fishing. Troop 2 welcomes parents and any boy aged 11 to 18. Call Mike Sorah 703-901-8311. Visit http://thescoutzone.org/
The Western Fairfax County Woman’s Club is selling 2008 White House Christmas ornaments. This year’s ornament honors the 23rd President, Benjamin Harrison. The cost of the ornament is $18, and all profits go to charity. Orders may be placed through any club member or by calling 703-378-6841 or 703-378-6216.
Fair Oaks Parkinson Foundation Support Group & Exercise Class. The Fair Oaks Support Group meets monthly on the fourth Saturday, from 10 a.m. -noon at Sunrise at Fair Oaks, 3750 Joseph Siewick Drive, Fairfax. Free. Support Group leader is Bill Robbins 703-830-3823. The exercise class meets every Thursday from 1–2 p.m. at the Greenbriar Community Center. Contact Sonia Gow at 703-378-7221. The Parkinson Foundation (PFNCA) welcomes PD patients and family members. Visit www.ParkinsonFoundation.org.
<b>Friday/Nov. 21</b>
Swing Dances are held every Friday night at the Dulles Hilton in the Red Fox Room with Sue and Gary Caley. Drop-in beginner lesson included in price of admission from 8:30-9 p.m. Live music from 9 p.m. to midnight. Cost is $15. All ages welcome, large dance floors, air conditioned. Hilton Washington Dulles Hotel, 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon. Go to www.gottaswing.com for details etc.
* Nov. 21 — Breathless w/ Christina Crear (November birthday Dance for all Nov. Birthdays with cake etc.);
* Nov. 28 — band, TBA you'll want to come and dance off the Turkey;
* Dec. 5 — Natty Beaux;
* Dec. 12 — The Grandsons;
* Dec. 19 — King Teddy (and our Winter Wonderland Dance with decorations desserts and lots of sparkle!);
* Dec. 26 — JP McDermott and the Bop, also our annual PJ party so wear your Pajama's! We'll bring the milk and cookies.
<b>Thursday, Nov. 20</b>
Ameriprise Financial will present the financial seminar, "Five Steps You Can Take in a Volatile Market" on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 6:30-8 p.m. at its office at 5870 Trinity Parkway, 1st floor, Centreville. The speaker is Christopher C. Shiring, Field Vice President who will explore: Why and how markets change * Why it’s important to stay in the market * What opportunities can be gained from market downturns * The emotions market change can bring * Steps you can take today. Respond with your guests’ name(s) to Chris Allen at 703-825-2382 FIRST.INITIAL.LAST@ampf.com
Mothers First - Chantilly/Centreville is a nonprofit support organization dedicated to helping women who have chosen to alter their careers to raise their children at home. Meetings are first and third Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Centreville Regional Library,14200 St Germain Dr., Centreville. Contact 703-827-5922 or www.mothersfirst.org.
<b>Saturday, Nov. 22 </b>
Two nationally renowned experts on using universal design to make homes safe and accessible regardless of age and physical abilities are slated to open Fairfax County’s Reinventing Your Home on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. To register (required) and/or request ADA reasonable accommodations contact: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/aaa/reinventhome.htm , or call 703-324-7746, TTY 703-449-1186.
St. Timothy School in Chantilly is hosting its 28th Annual Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. This year’s fair boasts 100 unique and creative crafters. New this year, is a Kids’ Corner with fun games and activities and a used book/CD/DVD sale. St. Timothy School is located at 13809 Poplar Tree Rd. in Chantilly.
<b>NOV. 22-23</b>
The Junior League of Northern Virginia is hosting its annual The Enchanted Forest, Nov. 22-23, at the Sheraton Reston in Reston. It features a variety of holiday festivities for the family, including entertainment and crafts for children, gifts and holiday decorations for purchase, an afternoon tea, a silent auction and an evening gala celebration. Hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $7 general admission.
* Breakfast with Santa is both days from 10-11 a.m. Cost is $25.
* Cocoa and Cupcakes with the Snow Fairy Princess is both days from 1-2 p.m. Cost is $20.
* Enchanted Holiday Tea is Saturday from 2-4 p.m. Cost is $50.
* All That Glitters Enchanted Evening Gala is Saturday from 5:30-11:30 p.m. Cost is $120. Cocktails and dessert only, 8–11:30 p.m., $50 per person
Call 703-848-2884 or visit www.jlnv.org/theenchantedforest.
<b>Monday/Nov. 24</b>
The Greenbriar Garden Club will meet Monday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Greenbriar Community Center on Stringfellow Road. The topic is: Stepping into Winter Gardening with Babs McClendon, who will cover topics ranging from planting for winter fragrance and interest to winter chores and winter protection for plants. The club is open to all and there is no admission fee. Contact Stan at 703-802-9376.
<b>Tuesday/Nov. 25</b>
The Centreville Community Foundation is hosting the Northern Virginia Early Shopping Extravaganza on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Centreville office of Long & Foster, Realtors, 14260 Centreville Square, Bottom Level, Centreville. While you shop for a cause there will be raffle prizes and extra special treats that you won't want to miss. Sponsors include Tastefully Simple, Southern Living at Home, WineShop at Home, Kura Design, The Pampered Chef, Virginia's Best Gifts, Gold Canyon, Creative Memories, Silpada Designs, and USBORNE Books.
<b>Saturday/Nov. 29</b>
Mia Saunders School of Ballet presents its Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Little Rocky Run Rec Center #2, 6201 Sandstone Way, Clifton. Proceeds Benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Bring a camera to have your picture taken with the Sugar Plum Fairy. Cost is $10 donation (children and adults). Reservations are required. Contact Helen Martin 703-815-0525 or email HelenLMartin@cox.net.
Local children's author Susan Crites will hold a book signing and story time for her book, "I Love You More Than Rainbows," at Fairfax Borders on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with story time at 11 a.m. at 11054 Lee Highway Fairfax. Call 703-359-8420. Go to www.susancrites.com.
<b>Sunday/Dec. 7</b>
Holiday Fair – Festive Holiday Fair on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 12 – 4 p.m. Little Rocky Run Rec Center #2, 6201 Sandstone Way, Clifton. Vendors include: A Great Candle (Mia Bella), Silpada Design Jewerly, Stampin-Up, Mary Kay, and more. Go to www.llrholidayfair.com.
<b>Dec. 12-14</b>
Encore Theatrical Arts Project presents "Over the North Pole," its 12th Annual Holiday Spectacular, in two locations. Written by Brandon Kalbaugh and directed and choreographed by Raynor van der Merwe. See www.encore-tap.org. The dates are Dec. 12 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 13 at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at The Richard J. Ernst Theatre, NOVA Annandale Campus, 8333 Little River Turnpike. Also playing on Dec. 20 at 1, 4, 8 p.m.; and Dec. 21 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at Harris Theatre, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax. Cost is $15/students and seniors; $17/adults; $15 Scout Special (includes behind-the-scenes tour, pre-seating and snack). Visit www.encore-tap.org or call 703-222-5511.