 Friday, July 8: Aloha!
McLean-based dance troupe
Hui O Ka Pua `Ilima (The Group of the
Ilima Flower) will bring the spirit of aloha and Polynesia
when they perform as part of the Summer
Entertainment Series. Hui O Ka Pua `Ilima perpetuates
the history and unique culture of the Hawaiian islands and
their Polynesian neighbors in song and dance. 7:30 p.m. Grist
Mill Park. (Weather permitting.) Free. For information
call 703-324-7469.
Also on Friday:
After Dark in the Park - Mammals: Bats are not the
only wild mammal out as the sun begins to recede and dark
sets in. Let a naturalist show you some of the wild mammals
that could be out after dark. Children must be accompanied by
a registered adult. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Hidden
Pond Nature Center. $6/person ($8/non-county
residents.) Register
online. For information call 703-451-9588.
 Saturday, July 9: V for
Victory!
Travel back in time at the
World War II Living History event. Allied and
Axis reenactors will be on hand for a weekend of
demonstrations and memories. Get an up-close look at what
life was like for soldiers and civilians and talk to them
about their jobs, living quarters, food and life in the
1940s.10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sully Historic Site. (Also on Sunday,
July 10.) A house tour is included in the fee of $8/adult and
$6/senior and child. Active duty military personnel and
veterans are admitted free with ID. For information call
703-437-1794.
Also on Saturday:
Ice Cream Social: Support the Workhouse
Ceramics Program at the 3rd Annual Ice Cream Social. Bring
the family, set up a picnic on the Workhouse Arts Center Quad
and enjoy a fun-filled, entertaining afternoon. Local
band Backyard Blues will also be on hand to dish out their
soulful classic rock and blues. Noon to 4 p.m. Workhouse Arts
Center. $15 admission includes a handmade ceramic bowl
created by a student, instructor or resident artist. Tickets
(required) are available
online. For information call 703-495-0001.
Hidden Pond 101 - Butterflies and Insects:
Butterfly species will be the main focus, but a look at other
species that live around Hidden
Pond will also be covered as participants search for
insects in the wild. Children must be accompanied by a
registered adult. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Hidden Pond Nature
Center. $6/person. Register (required)
online. For information call 703-451-9588.
 Sunday,
July 10: A Bird's Eye View
Learn about the birds in Huntley
Meadows and some basic identification skills at
Birding for Beginners. The program begins with an
indoor discussion. Participants must be at least 12 years
old. Children ages 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a
registered adult. 8 to 11 a.m. Huntley Meadows Park.
$6/person ($8/non-county residents.) Register
online. For information call 703-768-2525.
Also on Sunday:
Stars on Sunday - International Day: Enjoy a family-friendly program of
ethnic music and dance, performed by some of the best area
performing groups, part of Stars on Sunday at the
Workhouse. Experience the exciting cultures of India,
Korea and Bolivia by performers in full costume! 2 to 4 p.m.
Workhouse Arts Center. Free. For information call
703-495-0001.
Reptile Photography: Join a naturalist for
a nature walk to photograph reptiles and amphibians. Learn
tips on camera angles in field situations. Bring a digital
camera and hiking shoes. Participants must be at least 8. 10
to 11 a.m. Ellanor C.
Lawrence Park. $5/person ($7/non-county residents.)
Register
online or call 703-222-4664. For information call
703-631-0013.
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The Fairfax County Weekender highlights a selection of
county events taking place each weekend. Many more events
and activities can be found at the Parks and Library
pages, and elsewhere on the Fairfax County website.
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A complete list of county calendars is also available online.
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To request this information in an alternate format, call
703-324-3187, TTY 711.
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TTY is 711 unless otherwise indicated.
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