 Friday, Aug. 10: Wagons Ho!
Bring flashlights, shoes that can get wet and an adventurous
spirit and get ready to explore the Rocky Run Stream Valley
by wagon and by foot as darkness falls, during an
Evening Adventure Wagon Ride. 8 to 9 p.m. Ellanor C. Lawrence Park. $5/person.
Register
online or call 703-222-4664. For information call
703-631-0013.
Also on Friday:
The Hula Monsters: The Hula Monsters
are a swing band with a Hawaiian flavor. Their repertoire
includes Hawaiian, rockabilly, blues, country and jazz
standards - all with the Hula Monster Hawaiian accent. It may
be difficult to categorize their music, but the common thread
is fun! The show is part of the Summer Entertainment Series
featuring performances Wednesday through Sunday at venues
around the county. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mason District Park
Amphitheater. Free. For information call
703-324-8702.
 Saturday, Aug. 11: State of the
Art
The
2nd Saturday Art Walk showcases the
diverse work of more than 100 visual artists in a
unique historic venue, creating an atmosphere
that encourages visitors to immerse themselves in
the richness of this creative community. Guests
can tour seven studio buildings, mix and mingle
with artists and buy original works of art,
all while enjoying light refreshment and music.
The social atmosphere of the monthly art walk
makes it the perfect destination for a date night
or girls night out, as well as for art
collectors and art appreciation groups. 6 to 9
p.m. Workhouse Arts Center. Free. For information
call 703-495-0001.
Also on Saturday:
Insect Safari: Go on an insect
scavenger hunt to find these amazing creatures and the
places they inhabit. Learn about the 10 most common
types and what you need to know about a safe bug and a
not-so-safe one. Children must be accompanied by an
adult. 10 to 11 a.m. Cub
Run RECenter. $5/child. Register
online or call 703-222-4664. For information call
703-817-9407.
The Homegrown
Medicine Chest: Medical care in the
1700s and 1800s was very different from the way it is
today. Tour the Sully House including the garden
and 18th-century kitchen to learn how home
remedies were prepared and used. Tours are offered at
1, 2 and 3 p.m. Sully Historic
Site. $7/adult, $6/student, and $5/senior and
child. For more information call 703-437-1794.
 Sunday, Aug. 12:
Scandalous!
The Victorians weren’t as prudish as we think! Go
behind closed doors during What the Butler
Saw to get a glimpse of the “risqué” side
of Victorian life depicted in prints, photographs and
postcards. They wore tight corsets, but they weren’t
straight-laced! 1 to 3 p.m. Historic Green Spring.
$27/person includes a full English tea. Participants
must be at least age 18. For reservations call
703-941-7987.
Also on Sunday:
Kayak Tour: Join volunteer trip
leader Scott Stewart for an exciting adventure on the
water of the Pohick Bay Marsh. Glide by kayak while
enjoying views of bald eagles, great blue herons and
other wildlife. No experience necessary. Appropriate
for ages 8 and above. Participants under
age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 8 a.m. to
noon. Pohick Bay
Regional Park. $30/person. For information and
reservations (required) call 703-339-6104.
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Information was correct at time of publication.
Please contact individual event sites to
confirm programs are being held as scheduled.
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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. Additionally, the towns of Herndon and Vienna as well as
the city of Falls Church
offer many arts, entertainment and recreational
opportunities.
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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.
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TTY is 711 unless otherwise indicated.
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