Send notes to the Connection at south@connectionnewspapers.com or call 703-778-9416. Deadline is Friday. Dated announcements should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event.
<b>Saturday/April 9
</b>Volunteer for Fairfax County Park Authority’s 23rd Annual Watershed Cleanup Day. 9-11:30 a.m. Individuals and groups can help remove tires, bed springs, bottles, cans, and more from local waterways. Boots with sturdy soles are recommended. Wear old clothes and bring gloves. Trash bags provided.
* Frying Pan Farm Park, 703-437-9101.
* Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 703-941-1065.
* Hidden Pond Nature Center, 703-451-9588.
* Huntley Meadows Park, 703-768-2525.
* Lake Accotink Park, 703-569-0285.
* Riverbend Visitor Center, 703-759-9018.
* Sully Historic Site, 703-437-1794.
<b>Saturday/April 16
</b>CASA Information Session. 11 a.m. Burke Centre Library, 5935 Freds Oak Road, Burke. Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is hosting an information session for those who would like to learn more about advocating for abused or neglected children. 703-273-3526, x22 or ekosarin@casafairfax.org.
<b>Monday/April 25
</b>Republican Women of Clifton Meeting. 7 p.m. Clifton Elementary School, Clifton. Va. 39th District candidates question and answer session, with Republicans Miller Baker and Scott Martin. susan@sliderassociates.com.
<b>Wednesday/April 27
</b>Foster Parent Information Session. 6 p.m. United Methodist Foster Services (UMFS), 6335 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria. Agency representatives will answer questions and explain the requirements to foster or adopt. Free. 703-941-9008 or www.umfs.org.