Weekend’s Best Bets in Falls Church

Spend the first weekend in June enjoying FIRSTfriday events, meeting Stifel & Capra's visiting artist, tasting Spanish wines at Red, White & Bleu, picking out produce at the farmers market, supporting local students at their spring dance recital and listening to Brazilian jazz samba at ArtSpace Falls Church.

FIRSTfriday: Join in on the fun with dinning specials and retail discounts this Friday! June's highlights include the "Call It the Blues" exhibit showcasing the works of various area artists at Art and Frame of Falls Church and artist Linda Vroegindewey at Stifel & Capra; ArtALot with Cruise-In Friday and a musical performance by Tom Nichols and Holly Montgomery with special guest Helen Hausmann; and art exhibits featuring various painters, jewelers, businesses and other artists. Other events include live music by the Art Daniels Band, an auction preview, free ice cream, an ARTful event, tastings, yoga, dance moves, Irish Balladeer at Ireland's Four Provinces and even more musical performances at Dogwood Tavern and Clare and Don's Beach Shack. Check the website for more details!
Friday, June 1, all day; Prices may vary
Various locations around the City of Falls Church; (703) 534-4202

Stifel & Capra's June Visiting Artist: Linda Vroegindewey of Clay Whimsey: Stifel & Capra welcomes visiting artist Linda Vroegindewey of Clay Whimsey who will be showing her creations during June. Linda says, "Welcome to my whimsical adventures in clay. I am an artist on a journey of discovery guided by a sense of childlike wonder. I am serious about my art, but my art is not serious. I hope my work makes you smile."
Friday, June 1, 10 a.m. - Saturday, June 30, 5 p.m.; Free
Visiting Artists Studio - Second Floor, 260 W. Broad St.; (703) 533-3557

The Spanish Importers Pour: Red, White & Bleu's free wine tasting is Spanish-themed this Friday night! Pair your wine with gourmet cheese and pates and pick up a bottle of your favorite vino while you're there.
Friday, June 1, 5-8 p.m.; Free tasting
127 S. Washington St; (703) 533-9463

Falls Church Farmers Market: The high on Saturday is 75 degrees! Take advantage of this beautiful, sunny day with a relaxing morning at the farmers market. Shop for fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, meats, baked goods, plants and wine from more than 40 local farmers and producers.
Saturday, June 2, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Free
300 Park Ave.; (703) 248-5077

George Mason Dance Recitals: Support hundreds of local students, ages 2 to 16, as they perform in their annual spring dance recital at the George Mason High School Auditorium.
Saturday, June 2, 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.; Free
7124 Leesburg Pike; (703) 248-5500

Creative Cauldron Presents Verronneau: Enjoy an evening of jazz samba at ArtSpace Falls Church with Veronneau, an acoustic Latin jazz and gypsy swing group. Creative Cauldron's upcoming Brazilian performers are regulars at local festivals, clubs and other venues and were recently nominated for a Wammie award for Best Jazz Group.
Saturday, June 2, 8-10 p.m.; $12-$18
410 S. Maple Ave.; (571) 239-5288