Send announcements or events, which are open to the public at no or minimal cost, to The Loudoun Connection, 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA 22102 or e-mail <a href="mailto:loudoun@connectionnewspapers.com">loudoun@connectionnewspapers.com</a>. Deadline is Friday, two weeks before the event. Photos/artwork encouraged.
<cal1>Wednesday/Dec. 24
<Cal2>COLONIAL CHRISTMAS. Noon-2 p.m., Senior Center at Cascades Marketplace, 21060 Whitfield Place, Sterling. Holiday luncheon with ham and turkey reminiscent of Colonial Williamsburg. Bring salad, side dish or dessert to share. Cost: $2 members, $4 nonmembers. Call 703-430-2397.
<cal1>Sunday/Dec. 28
<cal2> HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Lansdowne Resort, 44050 Woodbridge Parkway, Lansdowne. River Bend Middle School presents a "Sunday Brunch." Fees apply; call 703-729-8400, Ext. 2107 to register.
<cal1>Thursday/Dec. 31
<cal2>NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE. 1-4 p.m., Senior Center at Cascades Marketplace, 21060 Whitfield Place, Potomac Falls. Music by disc jockey Sky Dantinne, includes light snacks and refreshments and transportation afterwards. Cost: $5 for members in advance; $7 for nonmembers and day of event. Call 703-430-2397.