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Art Listing:
See “Art at the Library” at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St., through Sept. 30. Art by Noah Williams, George Van Dyke and Sherrill Anne Gross. Free. 703-228-5996.
See sculptures by Elissa Savos through Sept. 29 at Lee Arts Center, 5722 Lee Highway. Free. www.arlingtonarts.org/leearts.htm for more.
The Arlington Artists Alliance “Fall Colors Art Show” will be at the Gallery at Convergence, 1801 N. Quaker Lane from Oct. 1 through Dec. 1. Free. Visit www.arlingtonartistsalliance.com for more.
Paintings and drawings of Teresa Oaxaca will be on display at the Rosslyn Spectrum Theater, 1611 N. Kent St. through Sept. 30. Oaxaca, a 2005 graduate of H-B Woodlawn in Arlington, is a classically-trained realist painter who studied in Italy and Norway under living masters utilizing the atelier method of the Renaissance.
See “Picturing Politics” through Sept. 27 at Arlington Arts Center, 3550 Wilson Blvd. Features work by Rick Reinhard and more. Free. Visit arlingtonartscenter.org or 703-248-6800.
See an exhibition of fine art books from Oct. 2 through Oct. 29 at Lee Arts Center, 5722 Lee Highway. Free. Visit www.arlingtonarts./leearts.htm or 703-228-0560.
See “Uncommon Beauty” at the Ellipse Arts Center, 4350 Fairfax Drive. See photo and video based works that explore feminine beauty. Free. Visit www.arlingtonarts.org or 703-228-7710.
See the Fall Solos 2008 from Oct. 7 through Nov. 29 at Arlington Arts Center, 3550 Wilson Blvd. Art by Katie Creyts, Lily Cox-Richard and more. Free. Visit www.arlingtonartscenter.org or 703-248-6800.
Other Items
The Columbia Pike Community Chorus is welcoming new and returning singers for their Dec. 14 presentation of “Messiah.” All are welcome; no auditions are required. Rehearsals are Mondays from 7-9 p.m. starting Oct. 6 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 2217 Columbia Pike. For more information, contact Barbara Stefan at 703-920-7077 or musicmin@tecarl.org.
Ongoing:
There will be a Crystal Market and accompanying music series which begins 11:30 a.m. at 2200 Crystal Drive, Arlington. Crystal Market, sponsored by the Crystal City BID (CCBID), will run 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 25.
Customers at Dogma Dog Bakery in Arlington can “vote” by choosing dog treats named for their favorite presidential contender. A weekly tally of sales will be kept above the counter.
The Arlington Farmers’ Market takes place on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon year round. Located at the intersection of N. Courthouse Road and N. 14th Street. Visit www.arlingtonfarmersmarket.com for more on the market and vendors.
The Columbia Pike Farmers Market is located in Pike Park, corner of S. Walter Reed Drive and Columbia Pike. Open Sundays through November from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.
Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 Marcey Road, presents “Unlocking the Secrets of Our Living Planet: A Guided Hike at Potomac Overlook” at 2 p.m. on alternating Saturdays and Sundays. $3/person and reservations can be made at Potomac@nvrpa.org or 703-528-5406.
Weekly Farmers Markets at Ballston’s Welburn Square, between N. Stuart & N. Taylor Streets across from the Ballston Metro station. The markets will operate every Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Oct. 17, except for July 4. For directions and further information, visit www.ballstonfarmersmarket.blogspot.com or call 703-528-3527.
Connect with people and the great outdoors with “Meet Me on Sunday…at Potomac Overlook!” series. The event takes place on Sunday afternoons between 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. at Potomac Overlook Regional Park located at 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington. For more information, contact Potomac Overlook Regional Park at 703-528-5406 or potomac@nvrpa.prg.
Thursday/Sept. 25
Book Discussion. 10:30 a.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Discuss “Golden Notebook” by Doris Lessing. Free. 703-228-7689.
Author Event. 1 p.m. at Cherrydale Library, 2190 N. Military Road. Tim Wendel will discuss “Red Rain.” Free. 703-228-6321.
Author Talk. 7 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Lonnae O’Neal will discuss her book “I Am Every Woman.” Free. 703-228-0322.
Music Production Class. 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Teens can learn about the process of making music. Free. 703-228-7783.
Friday/Sept. 26
Stop in for Stories. 10 a.m. or 11 a.m. at Central Youth Services, 1015 N. Quincy St. All ages can stop in for crafts, songs, stories and more. Free. 703-228-5946.
Apple Campfire. 7 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families can enjoy campfire activities, treats, animal guests and more. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Closing Party. 6:30 p.m. at Arlington Arts Center, 3550 Wilson Blvd. Enjoy a talk on “Picturing Politics 2008.” Free. 703-248-6800.
Saturday/ Sept. 27
Potomac River Cleanup will be taking place from 10 a.m. to noon. If you want to participate meet at N. Glebe Road and Chain Bridge under the GW Parkway. For more information visit www.arlingtonenvironment.com
Arlington Kids Stuff Sale. 8 a.m.-noon at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 4000 Lorcom Lane. Browse through clothes, toys, books and more. Visit kidsstuffsale.com for more. Free.
Dance Performance. Arlington based Jane Franklin Dance will perform “Elected” at 8 p.m. at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, 641 D. St., N.W., Washington, D.C. $20-$30/person. Visit www.janefranklin.com or 703-933-1111 for tickets.
Birds, Blooms and Bugs at Soldier’s Delight. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lubber Run Center, 300 N. Park Drive. Everyone ages 16 and up can tour trails while searching for plants, animals and more. Registration required, 703-228-6535. $20/person.
Virginia Grows on You. 8 a.m. at Courthouse Market. Features hands-on actitivies and more. Free. 703-228-6400.
Teen Fishing Trip. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., teens age 11-15 can fish or hunt for fossils at Purse State Park. Meet at Lubber Run Center, 300 N. Park Drive. $15/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Hispanic Heritage Story Time. 10 a.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. All ages can enjoy stories with Hispanic themes. Free. 703-228-5946.
Nature Close-Up. 10:30 a.m.-noon at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Children ages 10-14 can learn how to take photographs of animals, plants and more. $1/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Author Event. 3 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Kate Braestrup will discuss her memoir “Here If You Need Me.” Free. 703-228-6321.
Butterfly Safari. 3:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families with children ages 5 and up can catch and release butterflies for observation. $2/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Spider Campfire. 5:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Families can enjoy campfire activities, treats, guests and more. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Sunday/Sept. 28
Vegetable Demonstration. 2-4 p.m. at Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 Marcey Road. Taste samples, learn techniques and more. Free. 703-228-6400.
Dash for Dad. 8 a.m. at AMC Hoffman Center, 206 Swamp Fox Road. Run a 10k to support ZERO’s mission to end prostate cancer. Visit www.dashfordad.org to register.
Dance Performance. Arlington based Jane Franklin Dance will perform “Elected” at 8 p.m. at Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, 641 D. St., N.W., Washington, D.C. $20-$30/person. Visit www.janefranklin.com or 703-933-1111 for tickets.
Lecture. 3 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Photographer Mario Quiroz will discuss his exhibition. On display through Oct. 31. Free. 703-228-0322.
Hispanic Heritage Story Time. Teatro de la Luna presents “Hansel and Gretel” at 3:30 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Free. 703-228-7713.
Monday/ Sept. 29
ACE Volunteer Overview will be taking place at Arlington Central Library located at 1015 N. Quincy Street from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.. The Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment will be presenting information about getting involved in different activities including leading service projects, board committee, newsletter writing, reusable bag campaign, and green outreach. For more information visit www.arlingtonenvironment.org.
Drop-in Story Time. 4 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. All ages can listen to stories. Free. 703-228-0322.
Music Production Class. 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Teens can learn about the process of making music. Free. 703-228-7783.
Wednesday/Oct. 1
Book Launching. 6 p.m. at Barnes and Noble Clarendon, 2800 Clarendon Blvd. Michael Sullivan will debut his novel “The Crown Conspiracy.” Free. 703-248-8244.
Adult Bird Walk. 8:30-11 a.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Search for migratory birds. Free. 703-228-6535.
Arlington Farmer. 3 p.m. at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th St. Children ages 7-11 can learn how crops were harvested and equipment used. $5/child. Registration required, 703-243-4342.
It Came from the Sky! 3:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Children ages 6-10 can learn about meteors. Free. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Wild Ones: Antlers and Horns. 3:30 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Children ages 6-10 can learn about the headgear these animals wore. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Stars of Fall. 7 p.m. at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th St. Families with children ages 7 and up can star gaze on a clear night. $2/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Thursday/Oct. 2
Music Production Class. 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Teens can learn about the process of making music. Free. 703-228-7783.
Opening Reception. 5:30-9 p.m. at the Ellipse Arts Center, 4350 Fairfax Drive. See photo and video based works that explore feminine beauty. Free. Visit www.arlingtonarts.org or 703-228-7710.
Reader’s Theater. 4 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Children will put on “The Elephant’s Child.” Free. 703-228-7680.
Banned Book Movie Screening. 6:30 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Watch “The Witches.” Free. Open to middle and high school students. 703-228-5946.
Friday/Oct. 3
Hispanic Heritage Story Time. 10 a.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Listen to Hispanic-themed books, songs and fingerplays. Free. 703-228-5946.
All Aboard! Miniature Trains. 1 p.m. at Aurora Hills, 735 S. 18th St. Fred Gatchell will talk about miniature railroading as a hobby. Free. Registration required, 703-228-5722.
Saturday/Oct. 4
Dance Performance. 8 p.m. at Rachel M. Schlessinger Concert Hall, 3001 N. Beauregard St. See the premier of Arlington-based Bowen McCauley Dance company’s “O’Inner Voice with the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra. Tickets range from $36-$60. www.bmdc.org
Teen Activity Fair. 6-10 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Free. Discover after-school programs, classes and more. 703-228-4711.
Superstar Family Fun Day, Outdoor activities, snacks, and family fun including a Mason Mile Fun Run for kids. 9 a.m. to noon at Key Elementary School, 2300 Key Blvd. Free. 703-888-0777.
Garage Sale. 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at I-66 and North Quincy Street. Hosted by Civitan. Free. 202-646-4507.
Family Fun Day & Walk. 9 a.m. at Key School, 2300 Key Blvd. Enjoy outdoor activities, a run/walk for everyone and more. Donations encouraged. Free. 703-888-0777.
Music Performance. 10 a.m. or 3 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. The Arlington Philharmonic will perform. Free. 703-228-6321.
Hanssen Spy Tour. 10:30 a.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Adults can take the tour and learn the story of Robert Hanssen. $4/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Hawks and Falcons. 1 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. All ages can learn about these birds. Free. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Pioneer Day Festival. 1-5 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Try some old-time games, crafts, music, dancing and more. $5/person (max $20/family.) 703-228-3403.
Hispanic Heritage Workshop. 2 p.m. at Columbia Pike Library, 816 S. Walter Reed Drive. Learn how to make Latin flavored side dishes. Free. 703-228-6417.
Films in the Forest. Adults and teens age 15 and up can watch a nature video under the trees and stars 7 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Free. 703-228-6535.
Sunday/Oct. 5
Dance Performance. 3 p.m. at Rachel M. Schlessinger Concert Hall, 3001 N. Beauregard St. See the premier of Arlington-based Bowen McCauley Dance company’s “O’Inner Voice with the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra. Tickets range from $25-$70. www.bmdc.org
Billy Goat Trail Outing. 9 a.m.-noon. Adults and children ages 8 and up can walk along the trail. $5/person. Registration required, 703-228-6535.
Fall Flowers Hike. 2-4 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Adults and teens can go on a hike to explore wildflowers. $3/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
Monday/Oct. 6
Drop-in Story Time. 4 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. All ages can listen to stories. Free. 703-228-0322.
Music Production Class. 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Teens can learn about the process of making music. Free. 703-228-7783.
Sondheim Performance. 8 p.m. at Schlesinger Concert Hall, 3001 N. Beauregard St. Hear “Anyone Can Whistle.” $40-$150/person. Visit www.signature-theatre.org or 571-527-1860.
Poetry. 11 a.m. at Culpepper Garden Senior Center, 4435 N. Pershing Drive. Lesley Lee Francis, granddaughter of Robert Frost, will speak about him and his work. Free. 703-228-4403.
Read-To-Me. 6:30 p.m. at Columbia Pike Library, 816 S. Walter Reed Drive. Hispanic-themed stories will be read. Free. 703-228-5710.
Book Discussion. 7 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Discuss “Infidel” by Ayaan Hirsi Ali. Free. 703-228-5989.
Tuesday/Oct 7
Theater. 7 p.m. at the Rosslyn Spectrum Theater, 1611 N Kent St. See “Voices of Spain and America,” the grand opening of Teatro de la Luna’s International Festival of Hispanic Theater. Contact 703-548-3092 or info@teatrodelaluna.org for tickets and information.
Voices of Spain. 7 p.m. at Rosslyn Spectrum, 1611 N. Kent St. Beatrix Massons and Taco Larreta will perform. Call 703-548-2092 for ticket information.
Opening Ceremony. 7:30 p.m. at Gunston Arts Center Theater Two, 2700 S. Lang St. Opening Ceremony for Annual Festival de Teatro Hispano. Call 703-548-2092.
High School TAB Book Discussion. 5 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Teens can share their favorite or not-so favorite books. Free. 703-228-5946.
Environmental Superstar: Rachel Carson. 7:30 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 308 N. Military Road. Adults can view “American Experience: Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring” and then discuss it. $5/person. 703-228-3403.
Wednesday/Oct. 8
Gemstone Club: Opal. 2:30 p.m. or 4 p.m. at Gulf Branch Nature Center, 3608 N. Military Road. Children ages 7-11 can learn about these stones and take home one. $5/person. Registration required, 703-228-3403.
National Squirrel Awareness Week. 3:30 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Road. Ages 5 and up can learn about these creatures. Free. 703-228-6535.
Storytelling. 4-5 p.m. at Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy St. Children will hear and then learn how to draw stories. Free. 703-228-7692.
Book Discussion. 7 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. Tom Gjelten will discuss his book “Bacardi and the Long Fight for Cuba.” Free. 703-228-0322.
Thursday/Oct. 9
Music Production Class. 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Teens can learn about the process of making music. Free. 703-228-7783.
Theater performance. 8 p.m. at the Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang St, Arlington. See “Huggings,” a Peruvian play that is part of the 11th Internation Festival of Hispanic Theater. Contact 703-548-3092 or info@teatrodelaluna.org for tickets and information.
Music Performance. Noon-1 p.m. at Ellipse Arts Center, 4350 N. Fairfax Drive. Enjoy a variety of different songs. Free. Visit www.fmmc.org or 703-228-7710.
Friday/Oct. 10
Music Performance. Freezepop will perform at Anime USA at Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway. $35/person. Visit www.animeusa.org for more.
Theater performance. 8 p.m. at the Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang St, Arlington. See “Huggings,” a Peruvian play that is part of the 11th Internation Festival of Hispanic Theater. Contact 703-548-3092 or info@teatrodelaluna.org for tickets and information.
Saturday/Oct. 11
Central Arlington History Tour. Meet 9 a.m. at Clarendon Metro Station. Walk 1-12 miles visiting parks, sites and more. Bring lunch and water; many stops. $2/non-member. 703-243-0179.
Dance Performance. 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. The National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW, Washington DC. See Arlington-based Bowen McCauley Dance company perform “Pas de Dirt” with the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange. Free. www.bmdc.org
Recycling Event. 8:30 a.m-3 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Road. Dispose of household hazardous materials, or recycle bikes, equipment, shoes and more. Visit www.arlingtonva.us/des for more.
Theater performance. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang St, Arlington. See “Huggings,” a Peruvian play that is part of the 11th Internation Festival of Hispanic Theater. Contact 703-548-3092 or info@teatrodelaluna.org for tickets and information.
Monday/Oct. 13
Drop-in Story Time. 4 p.m. at Shirlington Library, 4200 Campbell Ave. All ages can listen to stories. Free. 703-228-0322.
Music Production Class. 4 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 S. 2nd St. Teens can learn about the process of making music. Free. 703-228-7783.