 Friday,
Nov. 23: Black Friday, But Better
Are you dreading the crowded malls, the endless lines and
the panic caused by not finding the perfect gift? Avoid the
holiday stress and
Escape to Black Friday at the Workhouse with
family and friends. Enjoy hot cider, artist demos and
workshops, while you explore the beautiful campus and start
your holiday shopping. There will be exclusive holiday gifts
in all price ranges, created by more than 100 Workhouse
artists. This all-day event includes the opening reception
for the
30 x 30: 30 Works in 30 Days (5 to 7 p.m.) on
exhibit in the McGuire Woods Gallery through Dec. 30. 9 a.m.
to 7 p.m. Workhouse Arts
Center. Free. For information call 703-584-2900.
Also on Friday:
The Thanksgiving Story: Bring the family
and holiday guests to this lively and interactive telling of
the Thanksgiving Story. Gleemania’s Sue Cournoyer entertains
and informs. After the show, stroll the park and visit the
animals, or take a ride on the carousel or wagon. Children
must be accompanied by a paid adult. Participants age 3 and
above are welcome. 11 to 11:40 a.m. Frying Pan Farm Park. $4/person.
Register
online. For information call 703-437-9101.
Stand Up Comedy with Rob Maher: Featuring
headliner Rob Maher from DC Improv and Gotham Comedy
Club, also featuring Sara Armour from DC Improv Lounge, with
host Rahmein Mostafavi. 8 p.m. Workhouse Arts Center.
$15/person. For information call 703-584-2900.
 Saturday, Nov. 24:
Over the Moon
Come on a Full Moon
Night Hike and explore the area's nocturnal
wildlife. Learn about nature’s nighttime communication,
animal senses and experience the night environment in a
unique way. Come gain new confidence on how to navigate
comfortably in the dark and have fun with sensory awareness
activities that help overcome fear of the darkness through
knowledge and familiarity with it. Although participants may
bring a flashlight, the hike will be mostly in the dark.
Clothing for nighttime climate and the use of closed-toe
shoes recommended. Participants age 8 and above are welcome.
6 to 8 p.m.
Potomac Overlook Regional Park. $5/person (suggested
donation). To register (required) or for more information
call 703-528-5406.
Also on Saturday:
Children’s Theatre: Magical Christmas: There’s
something not right in the town of Believe. Santa hasn’t
stopped there for many years. In fact, he doesn’t even know
the place exists! Joy’s grandfather decides to do something
about it and make sure that this year’s Christmas will be the
most magical ever. 1 p.m. (Also Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22.) Workhouse Arts Center.
$12/adults, $8/children. For information call
703-584-2900.
Flying Squirrels: Gliding in Tonight: Join
a naturalist to look for flying squirrels at roosting boxes
near Hidden Oaks. Children must be accompanied by a
registered adult. 6 to 7 p.m. Hidden Oaks Nature Center.
$6/person. Register
online. For information call 703-941-1065.
 Sunday, Nov.
25: Owls and Bats and Moths, Oh My!
Join a naturalist for a
Fliers of the Night Campfire to learn how animals
that fly at night (owls, bats and moths) do so without
banging into trees. Learn how to see these elusive creatures.
Make s’mores. Children must be accompanied by a registered
adult. 7 to 8 p.m. Hidden Oaks
Nature Center. $6/person. Register
online. For information call 703-941-1065.
Also on Sunday:
American Indian Stories and Games:
Traditional stories and games explore the culture of Eastern
Woodland Indians during the period of first European contact.
The woodland walk highlights how American Indians used native
plants and animals. For 4 and 5-year-olds. 2 to 3 p.m. Hidden Oaks Nature Center.
$7/child. Register
online. For information call 703-941-1065.
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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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