Friday, January 4, 2013
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Kick off the New Year with FIRSTfriday events around the Little City, a wildlife activity for your kids at Hidden Pond Nature Center, the first farmers market of the New Year, the final day of an Arlington-themed visual arts exhibit and the Capitol Steps at Alden Theatre! FIRSTfriday: Join in on the fun with dinning specials and retail discounts this Friday! January's highlights include various tastings, free caricatures, the 12th Annual City of Falls Church Student Art Contest, a group class sampler, yoga, dance moves and a performance by 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, Jan. 4, all day; Prices may …
Friday, November 16, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
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, 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 …
Friday, September 14, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Celebrate beautiful autumn weather this weekend with the Little City's Fall Festival and Taste of Falls Church, a brand new chef demonstration at the farmers market, a book reading, a neighborhood 5K and a visiting artist. September Visiting Artist Donna Byrne at Stifel & Capra: Award-winning artist Donna Byrne works primarily with acrylic on canvas. She often paints pieces in a series and is currently working on “Floral Abstractions” and “Looking In” series. Her inspiration comes from abstract expressionist such as Kandinsky, Rothko and Klee. Friday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m. - Sunday, Sept. 30, 5 p.m.; Free Second Floor in the Alcove Gallery at Stifel & Capra, 260 West Broad St.; 703-533-3557 Falls Church Farmers Market Chef Demonstration with …
Friday, August 31, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church over Labor Day Weekend
Enjoy the holiday weekend with two new art exhibits, the farmers market, a wine tasting, a Middle Eastern food festival and a college volleyball game! Falls Church Farmers Market: Enjoy 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, Sept. 1, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Free 300 Park Ave.; (703) 248-5077 September Visiting Artist Donna Byrne at Stifel & Capra: Award-winning artist Donna Byrne works primarily with acrylic on canvas. She often paints pieces in a series and is currently working on “Floral Abstractions” and “Looking In” series. Her inspiration comes from abstract expressionist such as Kandinsky, Rothko …
Friday, August 17, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Enjoy two 81 degree days in the Little City with visiting artist Kathie Rogers at Stifel & Capra, a farmers market demonstration with the chef of Pizzeria Orso and trivia night at Mad Fox. Step just a few miles outside of Falls Church for a family-friendly tobacco harvest at Claude Moore Colonial Farm in McLean and to see country superstar Alan Jackson at Wolf Trap. August Visiting Artist Kathie Rogers at Stifel & Capra: Kathie Rogers is a Vienna artist who has been painting for 20 years. Kathie says, "Beauty is all around us and in our busy lives, we often overlook it. My goal as an artist is to translate that beauty onto a canvas with my paints." Stop by and visit to see Kathie's exhibit of selected paintings. Friday, Aug. 17, 10 a.m…
Friday, August 3, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Enjoy a relaxing weekend in and around the Little City with FIRSTfriday events, Idina Menzel at Wolf Trap, the farmers market, a wine tasting and "Cabaroke" with Chris Sizemore. FIRSTfriday: Join in on the fun with dinning specials and retail discounts this Friday! August's highlights include exhibits showcasing the works of artist Marina Di Carlo, Jackie Liedl and Kathie Rogers, ArtALot, Cruise-In Friday, a musical performance by Big Tow, DOGGIE YAPPIE HOUR hosted by Always There Pet Care, art exhibits featuring various painters, jewelers, businesses, and Unleashed Abilities, free ice cream, ARTful event, tastings, yoga, dance moves, and yes more! Don't miss Irish Balladeer at Ireland's Four Provinces and even more musical performances at…
Friday, June 22, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
Spend your weekend dancing to 80s hits at the State Theatre, perusing the local farmers market, cheering on runners at Falls Church High School, checking out a competition, sale and show at Falls Church Arts, enjoying the eclectic sounds of The Dreamscapes Project and trying out your trivia knowledge at Mad Fox over a beer! The Legwarmers: Dig out your tackiest 80s outfit and head to the State Theatre for this retro dance party featuring the most popular 80s tribute band in the Washington metropolitan area. 21+ show. Friday, June 22 - Saturday, June 23, 8 p.m. doors and 9 p.m. show; $18 220 N. Washington. St.; (703) 237-0300 Falls Church Farmers Market: Enjoy a relaxing morning at the farmers market. Shop for fresh fruit and vegetables, …
Friday, June 15, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church this weekend
This weekend in the Little City, enjoy brews and grilled cheese at hip new hangout Spacebar, watch a chef demonstration at the farmers market or catch a funk show at the State Theatre. Or, if you're in the mood to take a quick drive over to Arlington, check out the Columbia Pike Blues Festival or meet author and former senior director of the National Security Council, Karna Small Bodman. Spacebar: Kick off the weekend at the Little City's newest hotspot featuring craft beers and 17 different grilled cheese sandwiches. Sandwiches run $7 to $9.50; a bowl of crispy tater tots or a salad adds $1.50. Friday, June 15, 5 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; No cover 709 W. Broad St.; (703) 992-0777 Karna Small Bodman: The former senior director of the National …
Friday, June 8, 2012
See what’s going on in Falls Church during the Tinner Hill Blues Festival
Celebrate blues music all weekend long in the City of Falls Church with the Tinner Hill Blues Festival! Enjoy concerts, BBQ demonstrations and delicious food for purchase, an art show, films, workshops, a blues brunch and much more. Or if you're itching to get out of the Little City, travel to nearby McLean for a performance of The Frog Bride or to Vienna for Wolf Trap's 23rd Annual Louisiana Swamp Romp. Tinner Hill Blues Festival - Opening Reception: Kick off one of the region's most popular blues festivals at Stifel & Capra with live music from Clarence "Bluesman" Turner & Band and the shop's juried art exhibit "S&C Salutes the Blues." Enjoy refreshments, browse blues books and meet the authors and visual and performing artists, …
