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Get into the holiday spirit a weekend early with two family-friendly plays, a trip (bundled up, of course!) to the farmers market, a holiday art & gift market, a holiday-themed fundraiser and a 1920s jazz-themed evening of film and music!
The Jungle Book: Enjoy a 21st-century spin on Rudyard Kipling's classic story performed by Synetic Teen Company. In this modern adaptation, the teens face the challenges of growing up in the jungles of 2012. Performances of this family-friendly production run Friday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov. 18 (Friday performances include 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.)
Friday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m. - Sunday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m.; $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors
Synetic Theater, 1800 S. Bell St. Arlington, VA; (800) 494-8497
Oliver Twist: Don’t miss the final weekend of this original adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic for all ages at ArtSpace Falls Church! Creative Cauldron’s production features original music by Matt Conner and tells the famous story through the lens of a contemporary graphic novel. Support local theater as professional actors and kids from Falls Church, Fairfax and Arlington perform alongside one another.
Friday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. - Sunday, Nov. 18, 2 p.m.; $12-$15
410 South Maple Ave.; (571) 239-5288
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Falls Church Farmers Market: Stop by Natalia’s for a hot cup of coffee then brave the cold at the farmers market! Pick up goodies for your Thanksgiving feast including fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, meats, baked goods, plants and wine from more than 40 local farmers and producers.
Saturday, Nov 17, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Free
300 Park Ave.; (703) 248-5077
The Enchanted Forest: Spend your weekend in a holiday forest of theme-decorated trees and handmade gingerbread homes at the Junior League of Northern Virginia’s holiday fundraiser at The Westin Tysons Corner. Have Georgetown Cupcakes & Cocoa with the Snow Fairy Princess and breakfast and a photo with Santa; enjoy a wine course and dessert tasting; and stick around for a Saturday evening gala with an open bar, hors d'oeuvres and casino games.
Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; $12-$35
7801 Leesburg Pike; (703) 442-4163
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Holiday Art & Gift Market: Looking for a truly one-of-a-kind gift? Head to unique boutique Stifel & Capra where talented artists and crafters will have the perfect gifts, including ornaments, décor, artwork, cards, jewelry and vintage goodies (all in addition to finds inside the shop!) Sip cider and get into the holiday spirit at this art & gift market!
Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Free
260 West Broad St.; (703) 533-3557
Cinema Vivant: French gypsy jazz band Hot Club of San Francisco will blend their usual concert with screenings of rarely-seen silent shorts. Film titles include "There It Is," Charley Bowers (1928), "The Cameraman's Revenge," Ladislaw Starewicz (1912) and "The Mascot," Ladislaw Starewicz (1933).
Saturday, Nov. 17, 8 p.m.; $25
Alden Theatre, 1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA; (703) 790-0123