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Monday, August 13th, 2007

Sunset Cruise



Admire the sunset and relax as you cruise the beautiful shoreline of Lake Accotink on August 18. You may spot a heron settling in for the night or a deer coming down to the water's edge for a late drink. An interpretive history of Lake Accotink Park and the area is included in the tour.

The cruise costs $5 per person. This cruise is for people age 18 and ...

Saturday, August 11th, 2007

The Good Ol' Days



Here's a chance to relive the good old days.

On August 11, 18, and 25, see drive-in movies at Sully District. Fun, entertainment, and children's activities begin at 7:30 pm.

August 11: Happy Feet

August 18: Night at the Museum

August 25: Over the Hedge

Sully District is located at 5875 Trinity Parkway, Centreville, VA 20120.

Friday, August 10th, 2007

Can You Canoe?



Experience the great outdoors at Lake Accotink Park on Saturday, August 11, while having fun and getting a great workout! You will learn the basic mechanics of canoeing with an emphasis on safety and enjoyment. This is perfect for beginning canoers.

Children under 16 must be acconpanied by an adult. Canoes and life jackets will be provided. $10 per person.

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007

Jewelry Making Workshop



Use beads to make earrings and necklaces on August 9, 2:00 p.m. at Woodrow Wilson Library.

Register by calling 703-820-8774. Age 13 and up.

Tuesday, August 7th, 2007

Teen Book Chat



Mothers and daughters, join a book discussion group on August 9 at 7:30 p.m. at Kings Park Library.

Register by calling 703-978-5600. Age 12-16 with adult.

Monday, August 6th, 2007

Summer Stock II



Come join the fun with theatre, drama, musicals, improv and more!

The event will take place for kids ages 12-18 on August 9 and 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Chantilly Regional Library. Register by calling 703-502-3883.

Cosponsored by the Friends of the Chantilly Regional Library.

Thursday, August 2nd, 2007

Let's Go to the Drive-In



Here's a chance to relive the good old days.

On August 4, 11, 18, and 25, see drive-in movies at Sully District. Fun, entertainment, and children's activities begin at 7:30 pm.

August 4: Superman Returns

August 11: Happy Feet

August 18: Night at the Museum

August 25: Over the Hedge

Sully District is located at 5875 Trinity Parkway, Centreville, VA 20120.

Tuesday, July 31st, 2007

Bugs Bunny Goes Broadway



"Datwascally wabbit" returns.

On August 3 and 4, see "Bugs Bunny on Broadway" at Wolf Trap at 8:30 pm. This year, the production will include two cartoons added to the program for the first time: "Jumpin' Jupiter" and "Another Froggy Evening."

For tickets, call tickets.com at 877.WOLFTRAP.

Monday, July 30th, 2007

City of Fairfax Band



The City of Fairfax Band is an all volunteer ensemble that consists of over 120 musicians from throughout the greater Washington, DC, metropolitan area, and has been entertaining audiences since 1969. Join them on Thursday, August 2, at the Veterans Amphitheater at 8:00 pm for a wonderful concert.

For more information, call 703.757.0220.

Thursday, July 26th, 2007

Flea Market



Vendors clean out the dusty corners of your attic and garage and turn your used goods into cash! Shoppers, find one-of-a-kind treasures at bargain prices!

The flea market will be held at Frying Pan Farm Park on July 28, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Proceeds benefit the Resource Management Division's Volunteer Program and the Founders, Benefactors, Supervisors, and Friends of Frying Pan Park Inc.
For more information, call 703.324.8750.