<hdr48>Calendar
<lst>To have community events listed free in the Connection, mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102, fax to 703-917-0991, or e-mail to herndon@connectionnewspapers.com.. Deadline is two weeks before event date. Photos and artwork are encouraged. Questions? Call Michael O'Connell at 703-917-6449.
<cal1>Wednesday/May 22
<cal2>Chuck Mauro will present and sign his book "The Battle of Chantilly" at the Herndon Train Depot from 7:30 p.m. Those wishing to purchase a copy of the book should bring a check for $17 made out to Fairfax County History Commission. Call 703-787-9879 for more information.
Stress Management Workshop sponsored by the Community Resilience Project of Loudoun County. 7-8:30 p.m., Thomas Balch Library, 208 W. Market Street, Leesburg. Call 703-737-8523 to register.
Community Yoga Classes. 7-8:30 p.m. Reston and Herndon residents are invited to participate in an introductory class. May 22 at Friends Meeting House in Herndon. May 23 at Brown’s Chapel in Reston. Cost is $18. Reservations are advised due to limited space. Call 703-476-2827.
“Meet Me at the Movies.” 10 a.m., doors open at 9:30 a.m. Free movies, refreshments, and entertainment for those age 55 and older at the Multiplex Cinemas at Reston Town Center. Featured movie: “The Cider House Rules.”
<cal1>Thursday/May 23
<cal2>"On Comets!" is the title of this month's Analemma Society presentation at 7 p.m. in meeting rooms A and B of the Reston
Regional Library located at 11925 Bowman Towne Drive. Seating is limited, so come early if possible. For more information, send e-mail to stars98@hotmail.com or visit the Analemma Society's website at www.analemma.org. Free.
Mobile Commuter Store. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Provides convenient access to information and ticket, token, and pass sales for the many different transportation options available in the D.C. metro area. Beside the Pavilion at Reston Town Center. Visit www.commuterpage.com for more information.
<cal1>Friday/May 24
<cal2>Friday Night Live: Black Sheep. Reggae. 6:30-10:30 p.m. on the Town Green in the Town of Herndon. For changes in the event schedule, call the Events Hotline at 703-481-6133.
Mystery author Andy Straka will be signing his books "A Witness Above" and "A Killing Sky" at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1851 Fountain Drive in Reston. 7-8 p.m. For more information, call 703-437-8147.
<cal1>Saturday/May 25
<cal1>Cooking Classes: Spring Cuisines of the World - the Caribbean, Latin America and Africa. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Chef Curtis Ross will explore the aromatic and vibrant spring cuisines of Africa, South America and the Caribbean in a six-week series of cooking classes. Whole Foods Market, 11660 Plaza America Drive, Reston. Free. Register: 703-736-0600.
<cal1>Monday/May 27
<cal2>Memorial Day Dedication Ceremony. 3 p.m., Town Green, Herndon. A memorial to veterans of all wars will be unveiled at the Town Green, located behind the Herndon Municipal Center and Herndon Fortnightly Library between Lynn and Center Streets in Herndon. Master of ceremonies is Del. Thomas Davis Rust. Taps performed by the Military District of Washington; rifle salute by the Virginia National Guard; National Anthem performed by Herndon Town Councilman Harlon Reece, U.S. Marines (Ret.). Featured speaker Lt. Gen. John M. Riggs of the U.S. Army Objective Task Force. For more information call 703-435-6853.
<cal1>Tuesday/May 28
<cal2>Mystery book discussion group meets 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble Booksellers 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Topic: "Groom with a View" by Jill Churchill.
Shelton Hall Memorial Scholarship. May 28 is the due date for the $1,000 scholarship. High school seniors entering college, pursuing the performing arts are encouraged to apply. Audition required. Call Lisa Bailey at 703-330-9814.
Teen Council Meeting of the Reston Community Center. Contact Shauna Cole at (703) 476-4500 or send an e-mail to scole1@co.fairfax.va.us
<cal1>Wednesday/May 29
<cal2>Ducky Days: Babes in the Woods--Ages 18 months to 3. 10 - 11 a.m. Learn how a mother duck cares for her ducklings, where they live, what they eat and how you can help ducks that live nearby, and make a cute ducky craft. Reservations required by May 23. Call 703-435-6530.
<cal1>Thursday/May 30
<cal2>Commodores Jazz Ensemble 7:30 p.m. at the Herndon Stage Festival, Depot Stage, Herndon. Tickets are free. Call 202-433-2525 or visit www.navyband.navy.mil for more information.
<cal1>Friday/May 31
<cal2>Young Adult Books and Pizza Club for Grades 5-9 meets 6:30-7:15 p.m. at Barnes & Noble Booksellers 1851 Fountain Drive, Reston. Topic: "Ender's Game" by Orson Scott Card.
Annapolis River Cruise & Lunch sponsored by the Reston Community Center. 10:15 a.m. - 6 p.m. 60 and older. $30 for those who live or work in Reston and $45 for all others.
<cal1>Saturday/June 1
<cal2>K9-2K Doggie Expo 8:30 a.m. at the Herndon Community Center. Mail in registration available at www.herndonfestival.org or stop by the Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave. Cost is $14 before May 30, $17 after May 31. For more information, call 703-435-6868.
The first Annual Reston House Tour from will take place 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Five private, family homes in Reston will be open to the public for a self-conducted tour. Tour pass price: $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the tour. Tour passes will be available at Lake Anne Village Center-Reston Museum and Shop, 1639 Washington Plaza, Small Change, 1629 Washington Plaza; Reston Town Center-Appalachian Spring, 11877 Market St.; Spectrum Center-Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, 1763 Fountain Drive. Call 703-709-7700 for more information on tickets and volunteering.
Big Joe & The Dynaflows will perform New Orleans Swing, Rhythm & Blues 7:30-10 p.m. at the Reston Town Center.
Gigantic Yard Sale. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Miller Musmar's Relay For Life Team 2002 is hosting a yard sale to benefit the American Cancer Society. The event will take place in the company parking lot at 1861 Wiehle Ave., Reston. For more information or to donate an item, call 571-203-0806.
Pontoon Cruise. 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. at Lake Anne Plaza. Take a cruise on Lake Anne and find out about the animals found there. Scan water for fish, air for birds, and shore for other critters. Discover where/when to look for often hidden lake life. Space limited to 10 people per time slot. Reservations required by May 29. 703-435-6530.