Friday, December 21, 2012
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Get ready for the holidays with a festive weekend of fun activities including shopping and hanging out with visiting artist Sandra Hill at Stifel & Capra, catching a performance of Creative Cauldron's The Christmas Cabin of Carnaween, taking your little ones to a holiday cookie ornament decorating party, laughing the night away at Five Dollar Comedy Night and enjoying a local rock show at JV's Restaurant! Visiting Artist at Stifel & Capra: Sandra Hill: In the Alcove Gallery on Stifel & Capra’s second floor this month is Sandra Hill, an award-winning artist working primarily in watercolors and acrylics. Recently she has been creating abstract collages and has won several awards for her work in this genre. Sandra teaches watercolor through …
Friday, December 14, 2012
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Meet Stifel & Capra's December visiting artist, enjoy Creative Cauldron's holiday production of The Christmas Cabin of Carnaween, stop by an alternative holiday craft show, rock out to Starryville at Public House No.7 and take your little ones to the Nutcracker Tea. Visiting Artist at Stifel & Capra: Sandra Hill: In the Alcove Gallery on Stifel & Capra’s second floor this month is Sandra Hill, an award-winning artist working primarily in watercolors and acrylics. Recently she has been creating abstract collages and has won several awards for her work in this genre. Sandra teaches watercolor through the Arlington Artists Academy. Stop by and see Sandra's artwork. Friday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. - Sunday, Dec. 30, 5 p.m.; Free 260 West Broad St…
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Friday, December 7, 2012
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This weekend is jam-packed with fun things to do, including FIRSTfriday events around the Little City, a visit with Stifel & Capra's December visiting artist, a holiday art show, opening weekend of Creative Cauldron's The Christmas Cabin of Carnaween, a Civil War Christmas celebration and The Smashing Pumpkins at the Patriot Center. FIRSTfriday: Join in on the fun with dinning specials and retail discounts this Friday! December's highlights include exhibits featuring the artwork of Elizabeth Loftis and Sandra Hill, the third Annual Holiday Show including works by more than 20 artists, various tastings, a ninja warrior contest, yoga, dance moves, a performance by Irish Balladeer at Ireland's Four Provinces and even more musical …
Saturday, December 1, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Spend your weekend checking out two different holiday craft shows, a holiday ornament party, a children's holiday shop, a Legwarmers concert and a Stifel & Capra visiting artist! Holiday Craft Show and Children's Holiday Shop: Head to the City of Falls Church Community Center for this Holiday Craft Show featuring the works of more than 60 crafters including unique handmade items and baked goods. Children’s activities on Saturday include lunch with Santa, a performance from The Great Zucchini and the Children’s Holiday Shop at Cherry Hill Farmhouse where volunteers will be on hand to help children make their inexpensive holiday purchases and wrap their gifts. Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Children’s…
Friday, November 23, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church over Thanksgiving weekend
If you're stuck in a food coma after your Thanksgiving Day feast, relax in the Little City with a trip to Stifel & Capra to meet November visiting artist Kathleen McFall and for a Black Friday brunch or head to Red, White & Bleu's tasting room on Sunday afternoon. For those looking to get into the holiday spirit, see the Classical Ballet Theatre of Northern Virginia's production of The Nutcracker in Annandale. And if you're up for a night out, head to the State Theatre for a blues rock show or to Signature Theatre for a performance of Dying City. November Visiting Artist at Stifel & Capra: Kathleen McFall: Joining Stifel & Capra in the Alcove Gallery on the second floor this month is Kathleen McFall. Kathleen earned a BFA at JMU. She works…
Friday, November 16, 2012
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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) …
Friday, November 2, 2012
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Kick off the month of November with FIRSTfriday events around the Little City, Creative Cauldron's premiere of Oliver Twist, two unique artists at Stifel & Capra, a holiday bazaar and a blues rock show. November’s FIRSTfriday: Join in on the fun with dinning specials and retail discounts this Friday! November’s highlights include exhibits showcasing the works of Kristin Larson, David Jenkins and Ann Carney; various tastings; gravity training; yoga; book signing; dance moves; and Irish Balladeer at Ireland's Four Provinces plus even more musical performances at Dogwood Tavern and Clare and Don's Beach Shack. Check the website for more details! Friday, Nov. 2, all day; Prices may vary Various locations around the City of Falls Church; (703) …
Friday, October 19, 2012
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Get ready for a fun-filled weekend with visiting artist Mary Brophy Marcus, a Cole Porter-themed musical review at ArtSpace Falls Church, a farmers market chef demonstration, the Merrifield Fall Festival, a Halloween-themed cocktail class and an oldies dance party! October Visiting Artist at Stifel & Capra: Mary Brophy Marcus: In the Alcove Gallery on the second floor is Mary Brophy Marcus. A Fine Art and English major in college, Mary now works as a journalist by day and paints at night. Her influences are the artists who painted in France in the late 1800s and early 20th century, street/graffiti art, folk art from around the world and the sea. Friday, Oct. 19 - Wed. Oct. 31, times vary; Free Second Floor in the Alcove Gallery at Stifel…
Friday, October 12, 2012
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Enjoy a lovely fall weekend with Stifel & Capra's October visiting artist, Creative Cauldron's musical review, a screening of Corpse Bride, 80s band The English Beat at State Theatre, the family-friendly Mutts n Munchkins fundraiser and the Virginia Chamber Orchestra's season opener. October Visiting Artist at Stifel & Capra: Mary Brophy Marcus: In the Alcove Gallery on the second floor is Mary Brophy Marcus. A Fine Art and English major in college, Mary now works as a journalist by day and paints at night. Her influences are the artists who painted in France in the late 1800s and early 20th century, street/graffiti art, folk art from around the world and the sea. Friday, Oct. 12 - Wed. Oct. 31, times vary; Free Second Floor in the Alcove…
Friday, September 28, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Spend a lovely fall weekend enjoying unique events in and around the City of Falls Church including time with a visiting artist, a trip to the farmers market, two concerts, a garage race/party and the reopening of the Arlington Planetarium! Arlington Planetarium Reopening: Check out the improved Arlington Planetarium, complete with brand new seats, projector and interior dome. Celebrations include a formal ribbon cutting on Friday, a family day on Saturday and a Sunday science program. Don't miss tours, demonstrations, solar views, a special performance by the Yorktown Yahoos and other fun activities! Friday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. - Sunday, Sept. 30, 3 p.m.; Free 1426 N. Quincy St. Arlington, VA; 703-228-6070 September Visiting Artist Donna …
