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CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20201015T2009480Z-304110-810@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T190000 SUMMARY:The 10th Annual Nowruz Festival DESCRIPTION:This free event attracts thousands of visitors who come for the music\, dance\, dramatic performances\, shopping at the Bazaar\, and cost umed characters roaming the festival. Read more at https://christmasinfair fax.com/event/the-10th-annual-nowruz-festival/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This free event attracts thousands of visitors who come for the music\, dance\, dramatic performances\, shoppin g at the Bazaar\, and costumed characters roaming the festival.

Read more at \;https:/ /christmasinfairfax.com/event/the-10th-annual-nowruz-festival/ CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240224T0930490Z-304110-1188@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Happy US Thanksgiving! RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301123;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=23 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124 EXDATE;VALUE=DATE:20241123 DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday celebrated in Canada and the United States as a day of giving thanks for the blessing of the harve st and of the preceding year. It is celebrated on the second Monday of Oct ober in Canada and on the fourth Thursday of November in the United States . Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/happy-us-thanksgiving/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Thanksgiving Day is a national holida y celebrated in Canada and the United States as a day of giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year. It is celebrated o n the second Monday of October in Canada and on the fourth Thursday of Nov ember in the United States.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/happy-us-thanksgiving/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231123T1202470Z-304110-1025@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Hymn History: Come Ye Thankful People\, Come RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301123;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=23 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124 DESCRIPTION:The Pender UMC Traditional Service Opening Hymn “Come Ye Thankf ul People\, Come” on Thanksgiving Sunday November 20\, 2022 was played by Liz Eunji Moon on piano\, Teresa Rothschild on clarinet\, Brian Stevenson on flute and sung the Pender Sanctuary Choir and congregation. Read more a t https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/hymn-history-come-ye-thankful-people-c ome/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Pender UMC Traditional Service Op ening Hymn &ldquo\;Come Ye Thankful People\, Come&rdquo\; on Thanksgiving Sunday November 20\, 2022 was played by Liz Eunji Moon on piano\, Teresa R othschild on clarinet\, Brian Stevenson on flute and sung the Pender Sanct uary Choir and congregation.

Read more at \;https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/h ymn-history-come-ye-thankful-people-come/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231123T1516210Z-304110-1028@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Giving Thanks RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301123;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=23 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124 EXDATE;VALUE=DATE:20241123 DESCRIPTION:I think this poem by Aileen Fisher says it best… ~ All In A Wor d ~ T turkey\, talk\, and tangy weather. Read more at https://christmasinf airfax.com/giving-thanks/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
I think this poem by \;Aileen Fis her \;says it best&hellip\;

~ All In A Word ~

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turkey\, talk\, and tangy weather. Read more at&n bsp\;https://christmasinfairfax.com/giving-thanks/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231123T1157090Z-304110-1024@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T203000 SUMMARY:Family Flashlight Farm & Corn Maze Nights RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to tackle the Corn Maze and explore the fa rm after dark? Join us for a Family Friendly Flashlight Night at Great Co untry Farms. Bring your own flashlight and stop by our glow card to purcha se some festive flair to help light up the night when you check in. https: //christmasinfairfax.com/series/family-flashlight-farm-corn-maze-nights/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Have you ever wanted to tackle the Corn Maz e and explore the farm after dark? \;Join us for a Family Friendly Fl ashlight Night at Great Country Farms.

Bring your own flashlight a nd stop by our glow card to purchase some festive flair to help light up t he night when you check in.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/family-flashlight-farm-corn- maze-nights/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240918T0913550Z-304110-1535@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Happy Fibonacci Day RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301123;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=23 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124 DESCRIPTION:November 23 is celebrated as Fibonacci day because when the dat e is written in the mm/dd format (11/23)\, the digits in the date form a F ibonacci sequence: 1\,1\,2\,3. A Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where a number is the sum of the two numbers before it. For example: 1\, 1\, 2\, 3…is a Fibonacci sequence. Here\, 2 is the sum of the two numbers before it (1+1). Similarly\, 3 is the sum of the two numbers before it (1+ 2). Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/happy-fibonacci-day/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
November 23 is celebrated as Fibonacc i day because when the date is written in the mm/dd format (11/23)\, the d igits in the date form a Fibonacci sequence: 1\,1\,2\,3. A Fibonacci seque nce is a series of numbers where a number is the sum of the two numbers be fore it. For example: 1\, 1\, 2\, 3&hellip\;is a Fibonacci sequence. Here\ , 2 is the sum of the two numbers before it (1+1). Similarly\, 3 is the su m of the two numbers before it (1+2).

Read more at&nb sp\;https://christmasinfairfax.com/happy-fibonacci-day/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231123T1439550Z-304110-1027@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123 SUMMARY:Thanksgiving-ish RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301123;BYMONTHDAY=23 DESCRIPTION:I’ve been using ChatGPT to do a lot of things lately\, includin g many of the “Featured Images” on this blog. The one on this post was a second attempt. At first glance\, I really liked this first attempt. The friendly chat window told me “Here’s your 16:9 Happy Thanksgiving image. I t depicts a warm and inviting Thanksgiving scene with a beautifully set di ning table\, complete with traditional feast\, autumn decorations\, and a cozy fireplace in the background.” When I looked a bit closer\, though\, I wondered about AI’s idea of a “traditional feast”. Read more at https://c hristmasinfairfax.com/thanksgiving-ish/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
I&rsquo\;ve been using ChatGPT to do a lot of things lately\, including many of the &ldquo\;Featured Images&rdquo\; o n this blog. \; The one on this post was a second attempt.

At first glance\, I really liked this first attempt. \; The friendly chat window told me &ldquo\;Here&rsquo\;s your 16:9 Happy Thanksgiving image. It depicts a warm and inviting Thanksgiving scene with a beautifully set d ining table\, complete with traditional feast\, autumn decorations\, and a cozy fireplace in the background.&rdquo\;

When I looked a bit clo ser\, though\, I wondered about AI&rsquo\;s idea of a &ldquo\;traditional feast&rdquo\;.

Read more at \;https://christma sinfairfax.com/thanksgiving-ish/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231123T1521510Z-304110-1029@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T110000 SUMMARY:Magic Storytime DESCRIPTION:Sing songs\, play games\, and enjoy a selection of hand-picked books celebrating the magic all around us. This storytime is part of Thoma s Jefferson Library’s Magic Week (July 8-12) – all books\, songs\, and gam es will be centered around the week’s theme and chosen to be enjoyable for kids from birth into elementary school. Read more at https://christmasinf airfax.com/event/magic-storytime/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sing songs\, play games\, and enjoy a selection of hand-picked books celebrating the magic all around us. This storytime is part of Thomas Jefferson Library&rsquo\;s Magic Week (July 8- 12) &ndash\; all books\, songs\, and games will be centered around the wee k&rsquo\;s theme and chosen to be enjoyable for kids from birth into eleme ntary school.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/magic-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240706T1705230Z-304110-1423@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T000000 SUMMARY:Wildlife Rescue League DESCRIPTION:Learn about the wildlife around us and what you can do when it needs our help! We’ll be making birdfeeder kits for the Wildlife Rescue Le ague and you get to take one home. Read more at https://christmasinfairfax .com/event/wildlife-rescue-league/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about the wildlife around us an d what you can do when it needs our help! We&rsquo\;ll be making birdfeede r kits for the Wildlife Rescue League and you get to take one home.

Read more at \;https://christmasi nfairfax.com/event/wildlife-rescue-league/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240706T1650220Z-304110-1422@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T150000 SUMMARY:Bees and Flowers DESCRIPTION:Floral sources for bees\, some botany and what you can do to he lp bees. How botany works\, and what you can plant that will attract bees. Questions from the audience will be welcome. Read more at https://christm asinfairfax.com/event/bees-and-flowers/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Floral sources for bees\, some botany and what you can do to help bees. \;How \;botany works\, and what you can plant that will attract bees. \;Questions from the audience w ill be welcome.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/bees-and-flowers/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240706T1712550Z-304110-1425@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T120000 SUMMARY:Rocknoceros: Adventures in Music DESCRIPTION:Join Rocknoceros as they perform adventure themed songs about o uter space\, songs about the sea (and pirates)\, and different states in t he USA that will get you singing\, dancing and clapping along. Read more a t https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/rocknoceros-adventures-in-music/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Rocknoceros as they perform adve nture themed songs about outer space\, songs about the sea (and pirates)\, and different states in the USA that will get you singing\, dancing and c lapping along.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/rocknoceros-adventu res-in-music/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240706T1710250Z-304110-1424@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T200000 SUMMARY:Learn Magic – Card Tricks\, Sleight of Hand\, and More DESCRIPTION:Learn and practice a variety of fun magic tricks\, ranging from easy to challenging. If you are a magic expert\, bring a trick of your ow n to share with the group! Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/eve nt/learn-magic-card-tricks-sleight-of-hand-and-more/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn and practice a variety of fun m agic tricks\, ranging from easy to challenging. If you are a magic expert\ , bring a trick of your own to share with the group!

Read more at \;h ttps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/learn-magic-card-tricks-sleight-of-han d-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240706T1645440Z-304110-1421@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240115 SUMMARY:All about Piano Pedals RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300115;BYMONTHDAY=15 DESCRIPTION:With pedals\, the pianist can add resonance and color to the mu sic and thereby bring out its inherent emotion. At the same time\, over-pe daling or improper pedaling can drown the listener and the performer in a miasma of overlapping sounds. Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/ 2024/01/14/all-about-piano-pedals/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
With pedals\, the pianist can add res onance and color to the music and thereby bring out its inherent emotion. At the same time\, over-pedaling or improper pedaling can drown the listen er and the performer in a miasma of overlapping sounds.

Rea d more at \;https://oconnormusicstudi o.com/2024/01/14/all-about-piano-pedals/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20240415T0936480Z-304110-1107@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Christmas Music: The Holly and the Ivy RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301218;BYMONTH=12;BYMONTHDAY=18 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231219 DESCRIPTION:We were treated to a serene and uplifting performance by Pender 's Joy Ringers\, who graced our traditional worship service on December 3\ , 2023\, with their rendition of 'The Holly and the Ivy.' This piece\, arr anged by Sandra Eithun for 4-7 octave handbells\, transforms the classic C hristmas carol into a glorious musical experience. Watch this performance at https://youtu.be/SoGkt6Lq_ic X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We were treated to a serene and uplifting p erformance by Pender's Joy Ringers\, who graced our traditional worship se rvice on December 3\, 2023\, with their rendition of 'The Holly and the Iv y.' This piece\, arranged by Sandra Eithun for 4-7 octave handbells\, tran sforms the classic Christmas carol into a glorious musical experience.

Watch this performance at \;https://youtu.be/SoGkt6Lq_ic
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20231218T0946400Z-304110-1063@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Over the River and Through the Woods RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301123;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=23 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124 DESCRIPTION:“The New-England Boy’s Song about Thanksgiving Day”\, also know n as “Over the River and Through the Wood”\, is a Thanksgiving poem by Lyd ia Maria Child originally published in Flowers for Children\, Volume 2. Al though many people sing “to grandmother’s house we go\,” the original edit ion shows that the author’s words were “to grandfather’s house.” Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2023/11/23/over-the-river-and-through-t he-woods/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;The New-England Boy&rsquo\;s Song a bout Thanksgiving Day&rdquo\;\, also known as &ldquo\;Over the River and T hrough the Wood&rdquo\;\, is a Thanksgiving poem by Lydia Maria Child orig inally published in Flowers for Children\, Volume 2.

Although many people sing &ldquo\;to grandmother&rsquo\;s house we go\,&rdquo\; the ori ginal edition shows that the author&rsquo\;s words were &ldquo\;to grandfa ther&rsquo\;s house.&rdquo\;

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2023/11/23/ove r-the-river-and-through-the-woods/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231123T1623110Z-304110-1030@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231129 SUMMARY:Grooves\, Vibes\, and Tales DESCRIPTION:The Mason Bands invite our dedicated audience to enjoy the fina l concert of the Mason Symphonic Band under the direction of Dr. William L . Lake\, Jr.\, Director of Concert Band\, and Derik J. Wright\, Graduate C onductor titled\, “Grooves\, Vibes\, and Tales.” This concert features wor ks inspired by popular music instrumental ensembles\, picturesque scenes i n nature\, and historical tales in American History and Mythology. Read mo re at https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/grooves-vibes-and-tales/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Mason Bands invite our dedicated audience to enjoy the final concert of the Mason Symphonic Band under the direction of Dr. William L. Lake\, Jr.\, Director of Concert Band\, and De rik J. Wright\, Graduate Conductor titled\, &ldquo\;Grooves\, Vibes\, and Tales.&rdquo\;

This concert features works inspire d by popular music instrumental ensembles\, picturesque scenes in nature\, and historical tales in American History and Mythology.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/even t/grooves-vibes-and-tales/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20231123T2209490Z-304110-1031@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T130000 SUMMARY:Diwali Festival of Lights Celebration DESCRIPTION:Libraries and culture go hand-in-hand so please join us to cele brate Diwali\, the Festival of Lights at Chantilly Regional Library. Famil ies will enjoy games\, crafts\, storytime\, dance\, photo booth and henna art. Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/diwali-festival-of- lights-celebration/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Libraries and culture go hand-in-hand so pl ease join us to celebrate Diwali\, the Festival of Lights at Chantilly Reg ional Library.

Families will enjoy games\, crafts\, storytime\, da nce\, photo booth and henna art.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/diwali-f estival-of-lights-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231101T0721170Z-304110-963@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:All Saints day RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301101;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=1 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102 DESCRIPTION:All Saints Day always falls on November 1 each year\, regardles s of what day of the week it is on. According to the Merriam-Webster Dicti onary\, a saint is “one officially recognized especially through canonizat ion as preeminent for holiness\; one of the spirits of the departed in hea ven\; one of God’s chosen and usually Christian people\; one eminent for p iety or virtue.” Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/all-saints-da y/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
All Saints Day always falls on November 1 e ach year\, regardless of what day of the week it is on.

According to the Merriam-Webster \;Dictionary\, a saint is &ldquo\;one officiall y recognized especially through canonization as preeminent for holiness\; one of the spirits of the departed in heaven\; one of God&rsquo\;s chosen and usually \;Christian \;people\; one eminent for piety or virtue .&rdquo\;

Read more at \;https://christ masinfairfax.com/all-saints-day/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20241101T1449450Z-304110-965@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Vacation Bible School (VBS) Registration is Open DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240206 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20240613;BYDAY=MO,WE,SA DESCRIPTION:Here\, in this vibrant hub of heroism\, young and old heroes al ike answer the call of duty\, joining forces to lend their extraordinary t alents to Hero Teams across the globe. Whether it’s solving perplexing puz zles\, battling dastardly villains\, or rescuing those in peril\, these su perheroes are always ready to save the day with a dash of fun\, a sprinkle of humor\, and a whole lot of heart. Register here X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Here\, in this vibrant hub of heroism\, you ng and old heroes alike answer the call of duty\, joining forces to lend t heir extraordinary talents to Hero Teams across the globe.

Whether it&rsquo\;s solving perplexing puzzles\, battling dastardly villains\, or rescuing those in peril\, these superheroes are always ready to save the day with a dash of fun\, a sprinkle of humor\, and a whole lot of heart.
Register here CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240205T1423040Z-304110-1160@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Happy Pi Day! RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300314;BYMONTH=3;BYMONTHDAY=14 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240314 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315 DESCRIPTION:Circle this date: March 14\, 2024. It’s the day we all geek out and pay homage to the enchanting constant π. Mathematicians and pie lover s unite to revel in the delicious glory of Pi Day. Read more at https://ch ristmasinfairfax.com/happy-pi-day/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Circle this date: March 14\, 2024. It &rsquo\;s the day we all geek out and pay homage to the enchanting constan t &pi\;. Mathematicians and pie lovers unite to revel in the delicious glo ry of Pi Day.

Read more at \;https:// christmasinfairfax.com/happy-pi-day/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20240314T1303500Z-304110-1211@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T210000 SUMMARY:Live Concert: A Tribute to Veterans DESCRIPTION:Commando March Samuel Barber Midway March John Williams arr. Pa ul Lavender Tribute to Harry James featuring Josh Kaufmann U.S. Army Band and more Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/live-concert-a- tribute-to-veterans/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Commando March Samuel Barber

Midway March John Williams arr. Paul Lavender

Tribute to Harry James fea turing Josh Kaufmann U.S. Army Band and more

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event /live-concert-a-tribute-to-veterans/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20240224T1358590Z-304110-1189@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240310 SUMMARY:Free Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange! DESCRIPTION:Sort of like the O'Connor Music Studio Little Free Library! Bri ng a puzzle\, take a puzzle. Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/free-jigsaw-puzzle-exchange/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sort of like the O'Connor Music Studio Litt le Free Library!

Bring a puzzle\, take a puzzle.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/ event/free-jigsaw-puzzle-exchange/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240224T1414480Z-304110-1190@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240211T150000 SUMMARY:Annual Chinese New Year Parade in DC 2024 DESCRIPTION:The streets of DC Chinatown will fill will revelers and spectat ors as you celebrate the Year of the Dragon. They will host a dynamic comm unity-based parade that will include a range of cultural and community per formers. Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/annual-chinese- new-year-parade-in-dc-2024/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The streets of DC Chinatown will fill will revelers and spectators as you celebrate the Year of the Dragon. The y will host a dynamic community-based parade that will include a range of cultural and community performers.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/annual-chinese-new-year-parade-in-dc-2024/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240205T2346130Z-304110-1161@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T180000 SUMMARY:Fix It Clinic DESCRIPTION:Have a broken or damaged item you’ve been looking to get repair ed but it’s too costly or inconvenient? We will have fixers skilled in var ious types of repair available to help you bring your items back to life f or FREE! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fix-it-clinic/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Have a broken or damaged item you&rsquo\;ve been looking to get repaired but it&rsquo\;s too costly or inconvenient?
We will have fixers skilled in various types of repair available t o help you bring your items back to life for FREE!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fix-it-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250422T0813390Z-304110-2016@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240116 SUMMARY:Today is a Snow Day! DESCRIPTION:No lessons today due to the snowy weather. Those using Piano Ma estro may find a new assignment for today ? More at https://oconnormusicst udio.com/2024/01/16/today-is-a-snow-day/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
No lessons today due to the snowy weather.
Those using Piano Maestro may find a new assignment for today ?
More at \;https://oconnormusicstu dio.com/2024/01/16/today-is-a-snow-day/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240116T1215580Z-304110-1109@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T170000 SUMMARY:The Fairfax Record Riot! DESCRIPTION:Don't miss the crazy vinyl digging fun of the Fairfax Record Ri ot! 40+ tables of LPs\, CDs\, 45s and more. Dealers from the DC area & bey ond. Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/the-fairfax-record- riot/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Don't miss the crazy vinyl digging fun of t he Fairfax Record Riot! 40+ tables of LPs\, CDs\, 45s and more. Dealers fr om the DC area &\; beyond.

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/the-fairfax-record-riot/< /a>
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240116T1234200Z-304110-1110@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Giving Thanks: Day Zero RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301101;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=1 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231102 DESCRIPTION:Although I have had several problems in my life (and who hasn’t ?)\, I’m sure I can come up with at least 40 things I’m thankful for. So starting later today\, I’ll be posting them here. Most were originally po sted here. Read more at https://www.maryo.co/40-days-of-thankfulness-day-z ero/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Although I have had several problems in my life (and who hasn&rsquo\;t?)\, I&rsquo\;m sure I can come up with a t least 40 things I&rsquo\;m thankful for. \; So starting later today\ , I&rsquo\;ll be posting them here. \; Most were originally \;posted here.

Read more at&nb sp\;https://www.maryo.co/40-days-of-thankfulness-day -zero/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20241102T1212300Z-304110-967@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240103 SUMMARY:Composers - C RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300124;BYMONTHDAY=3 DESCRIPTION:Cahn Cage - video added 2/25/24 Carissimi Caruso - video added 2/5/24 Cash Cesti Charles Charpentier Cherubini Chopin - video added 4/27/ 24 Christoff Clementi Coates Cohan - video added 4/8/24 Cole Coleman\, Cy Coleman\, Ornette Copland- video added 3/23/24 Corelli - video added 2/17/ 24 Couperin - video added 2/25/24 Cowell Cristofori Cruger Cugat - video a dded 3/15/24 Cui - video added 3/26/24 Czerny Read more at https://oconnor musicstudio.com/composers-2/composers-c/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Cahn

Cage - video added 2/ 25/24

Carissimi

Caruso - video added 2/5/24

Cash

Cesti

Charles

Charpentier

Che rubini

Chopin - video added 4/27/24

Christoff
Clementi
Coates

Cohan - video added 4/8/24

Cole

Coleman\, Cy

Coleman\, Ornette

Copland - video added 3/23/24

Corelli - video added 2/17/24

Co uperin - video added 2/25/24

Cowell

Cristofori
< li>Cruger
Cugat - video added 3/15/24

Cui - video adde d 3/26/24

Czerny

Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/composers-2/composers-c/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240427T1825150Z-304110-1126@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231101 SUMMARY:Lewiston\, ME DESCRIPTION:I don’t normally post the information I get from my email but t his cause is important to me. Last week\, there was a mass shooting in Le wiston\, Maine. These events are always horrifying and beyond belief but this one hit home for me – literally. I was born in Lewiston many years ag o and so was my mom and her siblings. We have/had relatives in the small towns around there\, too. The ones mentioned in the news reports. Read mo re at https://www.maryo.co/lewiston-me/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
I don&rsquo\;t normally post the informatio n I get from my email but this cause is important to me. \; Last week\ , there was a mass shooting in Lewiston\, Maine. \; These events are a lways horrifying and beyond belief but this one hit home for me &ndash\; l iterally.

I was born in Lewiston many years ago and so was my mom and her siblings. \; We have/had relatives in the small towns around t here\, too. \; The ones mentioned in the news reports.

Read mo re at \;https://www.maryo.co/lewiston-me/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20231101T1438570Z-304110-968@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240325 SUMMARY:Happy Spring Break! RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=5 DESCRIPTION:Since Fairfax County Schools are on Spring Break this week\, so is the O’Connor Music Studio. Enjoy your time off but don’t forget to pra ctice! Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/03/25/its-spring-b reak-time/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Since Fairfax County Schools are on Spring Break this week\, so is the O&rsquo\;Connor Music Studio.

Enjoy yo ur time off but don&rsquo\;t forget to practice!

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/03/2 5/its-spring-break-time/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240325T1642100Z-304110-1226@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240320 SUMMARY:What George Gershwin’s Steinway Teaches Us About Technology RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20260320;BYMONTHDAY=20 DESCRIPTION:The Gershwin family donated the Steinway to the University as p art of the George and Ira Gershwin initiative that is focused on research and study of the brothers’ music. According to Marc Gershwin\, George and Ira’s nephew\, “I wanted the instrument to be accessible to the students a nd faculty who would be preserving the legacy of George and Ira Gershwin’s music… Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/03/19/george-gers hwins-steinway-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Gershwin family donated the Steinway to the University as part of the George and Ira Gershwin initiative that is focused on research and study of the brothers&rsquo\; music.

Accor ding to Marc Gershwin\, George and Ira&rsquo\;s nephew\, &ldquo\;I wanted the instrument to be accessible to the students and faculty who would be p reserving the legacy of George and Ira Gershwin&rsquo\;s music&hellip\;

Read more at \;https://oco nnormusicstudio.com/2024/03/19/george-gershwins-steinway-2/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240320T0622340Z-304110-1217@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Lenten Hymn and Devotion\, Week 5 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300320;BYMONTH=3;BYMONTHDAY=20 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240321 DESCRIPTION:Brian Stevenson\, Pender UMC Director of Handbells and Ensemble s\, presents a series of hymn-based devotions on Wednesdays during Lent. “ Go to Dark Gethsemane” is a Lenten hymn that spotlights scenes from the la st 12 hours of Jesus Christ’s life. Read more at https://penderumc.org/pen der-blog/lenten-hymn-and-devotion-5-go-to-dark-gethsemane/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Brian Stevenson\, Pender UMC Director of Ha ndbells and Ensembles\, presents a series of hymn-based devotions on Wedne sdays during Lent.

&ldquo\;Go to Dark Gethsemane&rdquo\; is a Lent en hymn that spotlights scenes from the last 12 hours of Jesus Christ&rsqu o\;s life.

Read more at \;https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/lenten-hymn-and-devotion- 5-go-to-dark-gethsemane/
CATEGORIES:Hymn History UID:20240320T1407330Z-304110-1219@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T163000 SUMMARY:Aqua Egg Hunt DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Herndon Community Center pool on Saturday\, Marc h 23 for an Aqua Egg Hunt where children will collect as many floating and sinking eggs as possible in the time allowed. Everyone will receive a pri ze! Read more at https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/aqua-egg-hunt/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in the Herndon Community Cent er pool on Saturday\, March 23 for an Aqua Egg Hunt where children will co llect as many floating and sinking eggs as possible in the time allowed. E veryone will receive a prize!

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/aqua-egg-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240320T0632180Z-304110-1218@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240113 SUMMARY:Composers - M RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300124;BYMONTHDAY=13 DESCRIPTION:Maazel MacDowell Machaut - video added 4/13/2024 Mahler - video added 4/22/24 Mancini Marriner Marsalis Massanet - video added 5/13/24 Mc Cartney - video added 3/18/2024 McPartland - video added 3/20/24 Melba Mel chior Mendelssohn - video added 4/21/24 Menotti Menuhin - video added 4/22 /24 Messiaen Midori Milhaud Miller - video added 4/4/24 Minnelli - video a dded 2/9/24 Monteverdi Moog Morley Morton - video added 4/21/24 Moscheles Mouret Mozart - video added 4/14/24 Munch Mussorgsky - video added 3/28/24 Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/composers-2/composers-m/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Maazel

MacDowell

Machaut \;- video added 4/13/2024

Mahler \;- video adde d 4/22/24

Mancini

Marriner

Marsalis
Massanet \;- video added 5/13/24
McCartney - video added 3 /18/2024

McPartland \;- video added 3/20/24

Melba< /li>
Melchior

Mendelssohn - video added 4/21/24

M enotti

Menuhin - video added 4/22/24

Messiaen
Midori
Milhaud

Miller - video added 4/4/24

Minnelli - video added 2/9/24

Monteverdi

Moog
< li>Morley
Morton - video added 4/21/24

Moscheles

Mouret

Mozart - video added 4/14/24

Munch
< li>Mussorgsky \;- video added 3/28/24

Read more at&nbs p\;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/compose rs-2/composers-m/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240513T0921540Z-304110-1128@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240102 SUMMARY:Composers - B RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300126;BYMONTHDAY=2 DESCRIPTION:Babbitt Bach\, Carl Phillip Emanuel - video added 3/9/24 Bach\, Johann Christian Bach\, Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach\, Johann Sebastia n - video added 3/23/24 Barber - video added 3/9/24 Barry Bartók - video a dded 3/25/24 Basie - video added 4/27/24 Bax Beach Beethoven - video added 4/8/24 Beiderbecke - video added 3/10/24 Berg Berio Berlin - viedo added 5/11/24 Berlioz - video added 3/9/24 Bernstein Bizet Black Blake- video ad ded 2/12/24 Boccherini - video added 2/19/24 Bocelli Boëllmann Borge Borod in Boulanger\, Lili Boulanger\, Nadia - video added 3/16/24 Boulez - video added 3/26/24 Brahms - video added 5/8/24 Braxton Brendel Brice Britten B ruckner von Bülow Bumbry Burgmüller Busoni - video added 4/2/24 Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/composers-2/composers-b/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Babbitt

Bach\, Carl Philli p Emanuel - video added 3/9/24

Bach\, Johann Christian

Bach\, Johann Christoph Friedrich

Bach\, Johann Sebastian \ ;- video added 3/23/24

Barber - video added 3/9/24

Bar ry

Bartó\;k - video added 3/25/24

Basie \;- video added 4/27/24

Bax

Beach

Beethoven - video added 4/8/24

Beiderbeck e - video added 3/10/24

Berg

Berio

Berlin - viedo added 5/11/24

Berlioz - video added 3/9/24

Berns tein

Bizet

Black

Blake- video added 2/12/24< /li>
Boccherini - video added 2/19/24

Bocelli

Bo& euml\;llmann

Borge

Borodin

Boulanger\, Lili< /li>
Boulanger\, Nadia - video added 3/16/24

Boulez \;- video added 3/26/24

Brahms - video added 5/8/24

Braxt on

Brendel

Brice

Britten

Bruckner< /li>
von Bü\;low

Bumbry

Burgmü\;ller

Busoni - video added 4/2/24

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/composers-2/composers-b/< /a>
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240511T1741120Z-304110-1129@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240106 SUMMARY:Composers - F RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300128;BYMONTHDAY=6 DESCRIPTION:Fain de Falla Fiedler Field Flowtow - video added 4/27/2024 Fod or - video added 3/2/2024 Foster Frescobaldi- video added 3/2/2024 Froberg er Fučík Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/composers-2/composers -f/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Fain

de Falla

Fi edler

Field

Flowtow - \;video added 4/27/2024

Fodor - video added 3/2/2024

Foster

Frescobaldi- video added 3/2/2024

Froberger

Fučí\;k

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstud io.com/composers-2/composers-f/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240427T1822390Z-304110-1127@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240105 SUMMARY:Composers - E RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300124;BYMONTHDAY=5 DESCRIPTION:Eisler Elgar - video added 2/5/24 Ellington- video added 5/16/2 4 Entwhistle Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/composers-2/compo sers-e/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Eisler

Elgar - video added 2/5/24

Ellington- video added 5/16/24

Entwhistle

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/comp osers-2/composers-e/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240516T1231580Z-304110-1130@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T190000 SUMMARY:Greenbriar Civic Association White Elephant Party and Exchange DESCRIPTION:Join the GCA and your neighbors for some mid-winter fun! Bring a rejected\, rewrapped holiday gift to throw in the mix and see what happe ns next. You know\, those holiday gifts you already had two of\, or came i n a color that you can’t stand\, or that thing you just never wanted at al l? Get together with the community and find a good home for those presents from your aunt “that meant well” Read more at https://christmasinfairfax. com/event/greenbriar-civic-association-white-elephant-party-and-exchange/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the GCA and your neighbors for some mi d-winter fun!

Bring a rejected\, rewrapped holiday gift to throw i n the mix and see what happens next.

You know\, those holiday gift s you already had two of\, or came in a color that you can&rsquo\;t stand\ , or that thing you just never wanted at all? Get together with the commun ity and find a good home for those presents from your aunt &ldquo\;that me ant well&rdquo\;

Read more at \;https://christmasinfairfax.com/event /greenbriar-civic-association-white-elephant-party-and-exchange/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240103T1555150Z-304110-1089@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Hymn History: What A Friend We Have In Jesus RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300103;BYMONTH=1;BYMONTHDAY=3 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240104 DESCRIPTION:How does a personal poem written to a mother from a despondent son\, recently immigrated from England to a relatively remote section of C anada in the mid-nineteenth century\, become one of the most widely sung h ymns in the world? Read more at https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/hymn-his tory-what-a-friend-we-have-in-jesus/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
How does a personal poem written to a mothe r from a despondent son\, recently immigrated from England to a relatively remote section of Canada in the mid-nineteenth century\, become one of th e most widely sung hymns in the world?

Read more at \;https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/hy mn-history-what-a-friend-we-have-in-jesus/
CATEGORIES:Hymn History UID:20240103T1548020Z-304110-1088@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231218 SUMMARY:The Nicholas Brothers RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301218;BYMONTHDAY=18 DESCRIPTION:I can’t remember the first time I saw the Nicholas Brothers in a movie but I’ve sought them out ever since. I even bought their biograph y in 2010\, Brotherhood In Rhythm: The Jazz Tap Dancing of the Nicholas Br others. Read more at https://www.maryo.co/the-nicholas-brothers/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
I can&rsquo\;t remember the first tim e I saw the Nicholas Brothers in a movie but I&rsquo\;ve sought them out e ver since. \;I even bought their biography in 2010\, \;Brotherhood In Rhythm: The Jazz Tap Dancing of the Nich olas Brothers.

~~Read m ore at \;https://www.maryo.co/the-nicholas-brothers/~~
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20231218T2205420Z-304110-1065@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Christmas Music: Joy to the World/Joy of the Lord RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301219;BYMONTH=12;BYMONTHDAY=19 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231220 DESCRIPTION:On the crisp\, festive morning of December 3\, 2023\, marking t he first Sunday of Advent\, the atmosphere at Pender was electric with ant icipation. The contemporary praise band\, known for their vibrant energy a nd soulful melodies\, took to the stage to inaugurate the Advent season. T hey performed a stirring rendition of “Joy to the World/Joy of the Lord” b y Maverick City\, a song that masterfully blends timeless hymnal joy with a modern twist. As the first chords resonated through the air\, the congre gation was swept up in a wave of jubilation. The band's interpretation of the classic 'Joy to the World' merged seamlessly with the uplifting spirit of 'Joy of the Lord\,' creating a harmonious blend that celebrated the Ad vent season's essence. Their performance was not just a musical act but a heartfelt offering that set the tone for the weeks leading up to Christmas \, filling the hearts of all present with true Advent joy and expectation. Watch at https://youtu.be/z_8CePXirFI X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On the crisp\, festive morning of December 3\, 2023\, marking the first Sunday of Advent\, the atmosphere at Pender w as electric with anticipation. The contemporary praise band\, known for th eir vibrant energy and soulful melodies\, took to the stage to inaugurate the Advent season. They performed a stirring rendition of &ldquo\;Joy to t he World/Joy of the Lord&rdquo\; by Maverick City\, a song that masterfull y blends timeless hymnal joy with a modern twist.

As the first cho rds resonated through the air\, the congregation was swept up in a wave of jubilation. The band's interpretation of the classic 'Joy to the World' m erged seamlessly with the uplifting spirit of 'Joy of the Lord\,' creating a harmonious blend that celebrated the Advent season's essence. Their per formance was not just a musical act but a heartfelt offering that set the tone for the weeks leading up to Christmas\, filling the hearts of all pre sent with true Advent joy and expectation.

Watch at \;https://yout u.be/z_8CePXirFI
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20231219T1305010Z-304110-1066@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Winter Lantern Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231203 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20240217;BYDAY=SU,FR,SA DESCRIPTION:Featuring interactive light swings\, tunnels and more\, this Wi nter Lantern Festival invites you to celebrate the unique culture and craf tsmanship of Chinese lantern festivals! Read more at https://christmasinfa irfax.com/series/winter-lantern-festival/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Featuring interactive light swings\, tunnels and more\, this \;Winter Lantern Festival \;invites you to celebrate the unique culture and craftsmanship of Chinese lantern festiva ls!

Read more at \; https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/winter-lantern-festival/ CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20231204T1536420Z-304110-1047@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY: In Memory of Dr. Maurice Hinson RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301111;BYMONTH=11;BYMONTHDAY=11 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231112 DESCRIPTION:2015 ~ Dr. Maurice Hinson died. He was one of America’s most re spected authorities on piano literature. Many of the books in the OCMS lib rary were edited by Dr. Hinson. Mrs. O’Connor took a piano pedagogy class with him several years ago and learned so much from him. Read more at http s://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/11/11/dr-maurice-hinson-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
2015 ~ Dr. Maurice Hinson died. He was one of America&rsquo\;s most respected authorities on piano literature.
Many of the books in the OCMS library were edited by Dr. Hinson. Mrs. O& rsquo\;Connor took a piano pedagogy class with him several years ago and l earned so much from him.

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/11/11/dr-maurice-hinson-2/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20241111T2237290Z-304110-1004@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Hymn History: Sanctuary RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300927;BYMONTH=9;BYMONTHDAY=27 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230928 DESCRIPTION:“Sanctuary” was the offertory anthem at Pender's 9:00 am Tradit ional Service on September 10\, 2023 It was sung by Pender's Sanctuary cho ir\, directed by Jane McKee and accompanied on piano by Heidi Jacobs. This popular praise chorus is paired with original words and music by Lloyd La rson. The prayerful message calls for each worshiper to come before God in devotion and thanksgiving. The Scriptural Reference is Romans 12:1-2. Rea d more at https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/hymn-history-sanctuary/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;Sanctuary&rdquo\; was the offertory anthem at Pender's 9:00 am Traditional Service on September 10\, 2023 It was sung by Pender's Sanctuary choir\, directed by Jane McKee and accompan ied on piano by Heidi Jacobs.

This popular praise chorus is paired with original words and music by Lloyd Larson. The prayerful message call s for each worshiper to come before God in devotion and thanksgiving.

The Scriptural Reference is Romans 12:1-2.

Read more at \; https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/hymn-history-sa nctuary/
CATEGORIES:Hymn History UID:20230927T1421180Z-304110-918@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:The Most Educational Christmas Carol Ever ~ “Intervals Roasting” RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20301223;BYMONTH=12;BYMONTHDAY=23 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191224 DESCRIPTION:Music theory has never sounded so catchy with this witty remake of the holiday classic The Christmas Song (with apologies to Mel Torme) T ry not to laugh at the ending. Though it is a bit humorous\, this version titled ‘Intervals Roasting’\, with lyrics by David Rakowski\, attempts to encapsulate the fundamentals of music theory in just over two minutes. htt ps://oconnormusicstudio.com/2023/12/23/christmas-carols-intervals-roasting / X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Music theory has never sounded so catchy wi th this witty remake of the holiday classic The Christmas Song (with apolo gies to Mel Torme) Try not to laugh at the ending.

Though it is a bit humorous\, this version titled &lsquo\;Intervals Roasting&rsquo\;\, wi th lyrics by David Rakowski\, attempts to encapsulate the fundamentals of music theory in just over two minutes.

https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2023/12/23/chri stmas-carols-intervals-roasting/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20241223T1528240Z-304110-799@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:A Favorite of mine – Cab Calloway RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20250207;BYMONTH=2;BYMONTHDAY=7 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210208 DESCRIPTION:Since I’ve done the Nicholas Brothers and Busby Berkeley\, it’s time for Cab Calloway\, another old movie favorite of mine. I think the f irst time I ever came across anything related to Calloway was in the late 1960s when I was watching That Girl on TV – Ann’s father (Lew Parker) sang Minnie the Moocher for a talent show. The song stuck in my head. Read more at https://oconnorpiano.online/a-favorite-of-mine-cab-calloway/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Since I&rsquo\;ve done the \;Nicholas Brothers \;and \;Busby Berkeley\ , it&rsquo\;s time for Cab Calloway\, another old movie favorite of mine.
I think the first time I ever came across anything related to Call oway was in the late 1960s when I was watching That Girl on TV &ndash\; An n&rsquo\;s father (Lew Parker) sang Minnie the Moocher for a talent show. \;The song stuck in my head. \; \;

Read more at \ ;https://oconnorpiano.online/a-favorite-of-mine-cab-calloway/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20210207T2333110Z-304110-819@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201225 SUMMARY:A Parent’s Guide to Piano Maestro DESCRIPTION:It will be fun watching your child improve their piano skills a ll while having fun using Piano Maestro in lessons each week! As your chil d’s teacher (or YOUR teacher!)\, I’m looking forward to seeing the progres s they will make when they start using it at home each day. This guide wil l help you understand how this app will benefit your child and how to get it set up on your own iPad. Read more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2 019/08/27/piano-maestro-a-parents-guide-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
It will be \;fun watching your child im prove their piano skills all while having fun using Piano \;Maestro in lessons each week!

As your child&rsquo\;s teacher (or YOUR teache r!)\, I&rsquo\;m looking forward to seeing the \;progress they will ma ke when they start using it at home each day. This guide will help you&nbs p\;understand how this app will benefit your child and how to get it set u p on your own iPad.

Read more at \; https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2019/08/27/piano-maestro-a-parents-guide-2 /
CATEGORIES:OCMS Events UID:20201229T2017020Z-304110-818@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T193000 SUMMARY:DIY Macrame Hanging Planter DESCRIPTION:We will be teaching a basic macrame design to hold a potted pla nt to create your own hanging plants. All supplies will be provided includ ing 3D printed planters. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/diy-macrame- hanging-planter/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We will be teaching a basic macrame design to hold a potted plant to create your own hanging plants.

All supp lies will be provided including 3D printed planters.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/diy-macrame-hangi ng-planter/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250312T1009240Z-304110-1953@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Happy Memorial Day! RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300531;BYMONTH=5;BYMONTHDAY=31 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210601 DESCRIPTION:Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day and was initi ated to honor the soldiers for the Union and Confederate armies who died d uring the American Civil War. Read more at https://oconnorpiano.online/hap py-memorial-day-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Memorial Day was originally called Decorati on Day and was initiated to honor the soldiers for the Union and Confedera te armies who died during the American Civil War.

Read more at&nbs p\;https://oconnorpiano.online/happy-memorial-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20210531T1600540Z-304110-823@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:August 6 ~ Daily Listening Assignment RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300806;BYMONTH=8;BYMONTHDAY=6 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190807 DESCRIPTION:Today’s piece is Hungarian Dance #5 by Johannes Brahms. It’s av ailable in Alfred Premier Piano Course Book 4 and many anthologies of clas sical music. The Hungarian Dances are a set of 21 lively dance tunes based mostly on Hungarian themes\, completed in 1869. https://oconnormusicstudi o.com/2024/08/06/daily-listening-assignments-august-6/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Today&rsquo\;s piece is Hungarian Dance #5 by Johannes Brahms. It&rsquo\;s available in Alfred Premier Piano Course B ook 4 and many anthologies of classical music.

The Hungar ian Dances are a set of 21 lively dance tunes based mostly on Hungarian th emes\, completed in 1869.

https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/08/06/daily-listening-assignmen ts-august-6/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20240807T1308550Z-304110-785@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Daily Listening Assignments RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300531;BYMONTH=5;BYMONTHDAY=31 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210601 DESCRIPTION:These daily assignments\, June through August will help you and your students learn a bit more about the pieces they’re learning during t he year – or maybe give ideas for something that they’d like to learn. Rea d more at https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/05/31/daily-listening-assign ments X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
These daily assignments\, June through Augu st will help you and your students learn a bit more about the pieces they& rsquo\;re learning during the year &ndash\; or maybe give ideas for someth ing that they&rsquo\;d like to learn.

Read more at \;https://oconnormusicstudio.com/2024/05/3 1/daily-listening-assignments
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20240601T0024520Z-304110-824@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T114500 SUMMARY:Anansegro of Ghana: African Drum\, Songs\, Stories\, and Games DESCRIPTION:Take an imaginary journey to an African village\, and through h ighly interactive ANANSE storytelling and role play\, explore the sight an d sounds of the traditional instruments with ANANSEGRO of Ghana. https://c hristmasinfairfax.com/event/anansegro-of-ghana-african-drum-songs-stories- and-games/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Take an imaginary journey to an Afric an village\, and through highly interactive ANANSE storytelling and role p lay\, explore the sight and sounds of the traditional instruments with ANA NSEGRO of Ghana.

https://christmasinfairfax. com/event/anansegro-of-ghana-african-drum-songs-stories-and-games/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20240816T1137340Z-304110-1476@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T173000 SUMMARY:Galantine’s Day DESCRIPTION:In the season of love\, it’s important to show appreciation for yourself and your friends. So\, whether you gather together or come alone – join us at Oakton Library for the opportunity to participate in activiti es such as making friendship bracelets\, spa day kits\, self-care jars\, a nd more! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/galantines-day/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In the season of love\, it&rsquo\;s i mportant to show appreciation for yourself and your friends. So\, whether you gather together or come alone&ndash\; join us at Oakton Library for th e opportunity to participate in activities such as making friendship brace lets\, spa day kits\, self-care jars\, and more!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/galantines-day/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250210T1316110Z-304110-1904@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T193000 SUMMARY:Knit Pickers: Knitting Club for All Levels RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20250818;BYDAY=MO DESCRIPTION:No pattern or project is too small or too simple for Knit Picke rs! Come on in\, sit on down\, pick up your needles and knit with us! Brin g your own project and share your progress with others\, or get inspired a nd try something new. Knitting needles\, yarn and patterns provided. https ://christmasinfairfax.com/event/knit-pickers-knitting-club-for-all-levels/ 2025-06-02/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
No pattern or project is too small or too s imple for Knit Pickers! Come on in\, sit on down\, pick up your needles&nb sp\;and knit with us!

Bring your own project and share your progre ss with others\, or get inspired and try something new.

Knitting n eedles\, yarn and patterns provided.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/knit-pic kers-knitting-club-for-all-levels/2025-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250616T1208180Z-304110-2105@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Lenten Hymn and Devotion\, Week 1 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20300221;BYMONTH=2;BYMONTHDAY=21 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240222 DESCRIPTION:Brian Stevenson\, Pender UMC Director of Handbells and Ensemble s\, presents a series of hymn-based devotions on Wednesdays during Lent. T he first is Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross by Fanny Crosby Read more at http s://penderumc.org/pender-blog/lenten-hymn-and-devotion-week-1/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Brian Stevenson\, Pender UMC \;Di rector of Handbells and Ensembles\, presents a series of hymn-based devotions on Wednesdays during Lent.

The first is Jesus Keep Me N ear the Cross by Fanny Crosby

Read more at \;https://penderumc.org/pender-blog/lenten-hymn-and-devotio n-week-1/
CATEGORIES:Hymn History UID:20240221T1507490Z-304110-1183@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000 SUMMARY:English Conversation Group RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251218;BYDAY=TH DESCRIPTION:Practice English with a native speaker in a small group setting . https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/english-conversation-group/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Practice English with a native speake r in a small group setting.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/english-conversation-group/< /a>
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251109T2338510Z-304110-2245@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T170000 SUMMARY:Fall Leaf Bowl Make and Take DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Maker Lab during Drop-In times to make a Fall Leaf Bowl. Materials will be provided. Available while supplies last. https://c hristmasinfairfax.com/event/fall-leaf-bowl-make-and-take-4/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stop by the Maker Lab during Drop-In times to make a Fall Leaf Bowl.

Materials will be provided. Available wh ile supplies last.

https://chr istmasinfairfax.com/event/fall-leaf-bowl-make-and-take-4/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251003T1955490Z-304110-2240@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T130000 SUMMARY:Herndon Quilters RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251226;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:Come work on your own quilting projects with other members of t he community or help with charity quilting projects. No registration neede d. Just drop-in! https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/herndon-quilters/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come work on your own quilting projects wit h other members of the community or help with charity quilting projects.
No registration needed. Just drop-in!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/herndon-quilters/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251003T2208020Z-304110-2241@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T103000 SUMMARY:Bird Walk DESCRIPTION:Join the Northern Virginia Bird Alliance and the Fairfax County Public Library for an engaging bird walk at Frying Pan Farm Park. This ev ent is open to all making it an excellent opportunity for new birders to o bserve the remarkable fall migratory species. Participants will convene wi th the group leader outside the Frying Pan Park Visitor Center. The birdin g guide for this event is John Colpoys\, avid birder and experienced bird walk leader. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/bird-walk/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the \;Northern Virginia Bird Alliance \;and the Fairfax County Public Library for an eng aging bird walk at Frying Pan Farm Park. This event is open to all making it an excellent opportunity for new birders to observe the remarkable fall migratory species.

Participants will convene with the group leader outside the Frying Pan Park Visitor Center. \;The birdi ng guide for this event is John Colpoys\, avid birder and experienced bird walk leader.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ bird-walk/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251004T1006180Z-304110-2242@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 SUMMARY:Didgeridoo Down Under DESCRIPTION:The Didgeridoo Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music\ , culture\, puppetry\, comedy\, character building\, storytelling and audi ence participation. You’ll learn about Aussie culture\, animals\, kindness and more\, all while moving and grooving to the pulsing rhythms of the di dge. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/didgeridoo-down-under/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Didgeridoo Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music\, culture\, puppetry\, comedy\, character building\, s torytelling and audience participation.

You&rsquo\;ll learn about Aussie culture\, animals\, kindness and more\, all while moving and groovi ng to the pulsing rhythms of the didge.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/didgeridoo-down-under/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250712T2229580Z-304110-2159@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T120000 SUMMARY:Magic with Jonathan Austin DESCRIPTION:A fast-paced and highly entertaining show that includes award w inning juggling\, amazing magic\, comedy\, jokes\, a unicycle bit\, an inc redible tablecloth pull\, lots of fun audience participation and repertoir e\, and so much more. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/magic-with-jona than-austin-4/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A fast-paced and highly entertaining show that includes award winning juggling\, amazing magic\, comedy\, jokes \, a unicycle bit\, an incredible tablecloth pull\, lots of fun audience p articipation and repertoire\, and so much more.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/magic-wi th-jonathan-austin-4/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T2217530Z-304110-2155@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000 SUMMARY:Musical Instrument Petting Zoo DESCRIPTION:Learn about musical instruments in a fun engaging experience th at combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making. Childr en will be invited to an instrument petting zoo\, where they can see\, tou ch\, and try various musical instruments. https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/musical-instrument-petting-zoo-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about musical instruments in a fun en gaging experience that combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making.

Children will be invited to an instrument petting zo o\, where they can see\, touch\, and try various musical instruments.

https://christmasinfair fax.com/event/musical-instrument-petting-zoo-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250723T0027270Z-304110-2175@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T200000 SUMMARY:Teen Movie Night: Tim Burton DESCRIPTION:Halloween is over but the spookiness is still here. Hold on to the eerie vibes and get ready for the countdown to the Christmas season wi th an after-hours showing of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/teen-movie-night-tim-burton/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Halloween is over but the spookiness is still here. Hold on to the eerie vibes and get ready for the countdown to the Christmas season with an after-hours showing of Tim Burton&rsquo\;s \;The Nightmare Before Christmas.
https://christmasinfairfax.com/ev ent/teen-movie-night-tim-burton/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251027T1040100Z-304110-2243@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 SUMMARY:Concert: Loudoun Youth Guitars DESCRIPTION:Treat yourself to a fun and relaxing instrumental guitar concer t at the library! Loudoun Youth Guitars will perform a mix of traditional and contemporary classical music. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/con cert-loudoun-youth-guitars/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Treat yourself to a fun and relaxing instru mental guitar concert at the library!

Loudoun Youth Guitars will p erform a mix of traditional and contemporary classical music.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/concer t-loudoun-youth-guitars/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251202T0925530Z-304110-2276@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T173000 SUMMARY:CRAFTERNOON! DESCRIPTION:Come to our freestyle crafting session! We provide many differe nt arts and craft supplies\, from knitting to bracelet making\, artist’s c olored pencils for adult coloring\, watercolor brush pens\, glitter\, ribb ons\, glue galore\, and much\, much more! Let your creativity go wild with our amazing variety of free crafting supplies. You can choose a new craft ing project\, or you can bring a craft from home. This is a two-hour long session. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/crafternoon/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come to our freestyle crafting session!

We provide many different arts and craft supplies\, from knitting to bracelet making\, artist&rsquo\;s colored pencils for adult coloring\, wat ercolor brush pens\, glitter\, ribbons\, glue galore\, and much\, much mor e!

Let your creativity go \;wild \;with our a mazing variety of free crafting supplies.

You can choose a n ew crafting project\, or you can bring a craft from home. This is a two-ho ur long session.

https://christmasin fairfax.com/event/crafternoon/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251111T0734290Z-304110-2248@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T160000 SUMMARY:Ritorno a Musica String Orchestra Baroque and Beyond Holiday Concer t DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful string music from the Ritorno a Musica Chamber Orchestra. The Baroque and Beyond holiday concert will fea ture music from Albinoni\, Manfredini\, Fuchs\, Lloyd Webber and Vaughan W illiams. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ritorno-a-musica-string-orch estra-baroque-and-beyond-holiday-concert/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Enjoy an afternoon of beautiful string musi c from the Ritorno a Musica Chamber Orchestra.

The Baroque and Bey ond holiday concert will feature music from Albinoni\, Manfredini\, Fuchs\ , Lloyd Webber and Vaughan Williams.

https://christmasinfairfax.co m/event/ritorno-a-musica-string-orchestra-baroque-and-beyond-holiday-conce rt/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251123T0830060Z-304110-2256@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T140000 SUMMARY:The Power of Renewable Energy DESCRIPTION:Come to Oakton library and learn about renewable energy with fu n and educational STEAM activities! The focus will be on solar energy and we will be making solar cars and racing them. https://christmasinfairfax.c om/event/the-power-of-renewable-energy/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come to Oakton library and learn about rene wable energy with fun and educational STEAM activities!

The focus will be on solar energy and we will be making solar cars and racing them.
https://christmasinfairfax.com/ event/the-power-of-renewable-energy/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251123T0836020Z-304110-2258@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111 SUMMARY:Moccasin Scavenger Hunt: A Celebration of Native American Heritage Month DESCRIPTION:Celebrate and learn about the diversity of Indigenous tribes in North America through our Moccasin Scavenger Hunt! Visit the information desk for more information including a small prize X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate and learn about the diversity of Indigenous tribes in North America through our \;Moccasin Scavenger Hu nt!

Visit the information desk for more information including a sm all prize

CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20251123T0827510Z-304110-2255@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T143000 SUMMARY:Crafter-noon: Mardi Gras Masks! DESCRIPTION:Laissez les bons temps rouler!! Relax\, unwind and find some in ner peace with cool crafts! Connect with others\, make new friends and hav e fun! Celebrate Mardi Gras by painting and decorating your own mask. http s://christmasinfairfax.com/event/crafter-noon-mardi-gras-masks-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Laissez les bons temps rouler!! Relax\, unw ind and find some inner peace with cool crafts! Connect with others\, make new friends and have fun!

Celebrate Mardi Gras by painting and de corating your own mask.

https ://christmasinfairfax.com/event/crafter-noon-mardi-gras-masks-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251123T0833170Z-304110-2257@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T144500 SUMMARY:Turkey Tales and Parade DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate with gratitude and giggles! Join us for a special Thanksgiving themed storytime. After the stories\, little ones c an get creative making their very own turkey hat craft. We’ll top off the fun with a celebratory Turkey Parade around the library to show off our fe stive creations! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/turkey-tales-and-par ade/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to celebrate with gratitude and g iggles!

Join us for a special \;Thanksgiving themed stor ytime.

After the stories\, little ones can get creative mak ing their very own \;turkey hat craft.

We&rsquo\; ll top off the fun with a celebratory \;Turkey Parade&nbs p\;around the library to show off our festive creations!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/turkey-tales-and- parade/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251123T1055220Z-304110-2262@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T143000 SUMMARY:A Wicked Crafter-noon! DESCRIPTION:Relax\, unwind and find some inner peace with a cool craft! Con nect with others\, make new friends and have fun! This month we will be a little wicked and make Glinda and Elphaba doll magnets! https://christmasi nfairfax.com/event/a-wicked-crafter-noon/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Relax\, unwind and find some inner peace wi th a cool craft!

Connect with others\, make new friends and have f un!

This month we will be a little \;wicked \;and make Glinda and Elphaba doll magnets!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/a-wicked-crafter-noon/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251123T1046480Z-304110-2259@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128 SUMMARY:Christmas Train Rides at Strasburg Rail Road RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=12 DESCRIPTION:Can you hear the sound? It’s the jingle\, jolly\, and joy of a steam engine pulling into the station with a very special guest: Mr. Kris Kringle. Hop aboard the Paradise Express for a Strasburg Rail Road Christm as and experience all of your winter wishes coming true. https://christmas infairfax.com/series/christmas-train-rides-at-strasburg-rail-road/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Can you hear the sound? It&rsquo\;s the jin gle\, jolly\, and joy of a steam engine pulling into the station with a ve ry special guest: Mr. Kris Kringle.

Hop aboard the Paradise Expres s for a Strasburg Rail Road Christmas and experience all of your winter wi shes coming true.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/christmas-train-rides-at -strasburg-rail-road/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251123T1050190Z-304110-2260@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T170000 SUMMARY:English Conversation at Oakton Online DESCRIPTION:Practice speaking English with an English teacher and other stu dents online. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/english-conversation-at -oakton-online/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Practice speaking English with an Eng lish teacher and other students online.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/english -conversation-at-oakton-online/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251123T1052520Z-304110-2261@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T163000 SUMMARY:Balalaika “Sunday Funday” DESCRIPTION:MaryO is in this Orchestra! After taking July off\, we are exci ted about our balalaika concert at the Harris Pavilion in Manassas on Sept ember 28 at 3pm. It’s in Old Town\, under the pavilion at the train stati on. This “Sunday Funday” concert is one of our favorite events\, and it oc curs rain or shine! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/balalaika-sunday- funday/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
MaryO is in this Orchestra!

After t aking July off\, we are excited about our balalaika concert at the \;Harris Pavilion \;in Manassas on Septem ber 28 at 3pm. \; It&rsquo\;s in Old Town\, under the pavilion at the train station.

This &ldquo\;Sunday Funday&rdquo\; concert is one o f our favorite events\, and it occurs rain or shine!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/balalaika-sunday-fund ay/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250924T0518020Z-304110-2215@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T150000 SUMMARY:Pokémon Card Trade DESCRIPTION:Bring your Pokémon cards to meet\, compete\, and trade with oth er collectors your age! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/pokemon-card- trade-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bring your Poké\;mon cards to meet\, compete\, and trade with other collectors your age!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/pokemon-card-trade-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250906T0913210Z-304110-2213@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000 SUMMARY:Fall Cider Making DESCRIPTION:Bring up to eight people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximat ely 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for trans porting approximately 2 gallons of cider. https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/fall-cider-making-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bring up to eight people and learn how to u se an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider.

Your gro up needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly s ealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fall-cid er-making-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250919T0939500Z-304110-2223@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000 SUMMARY:ELL- Newspaper Reading Circle RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251209;BYDAY=TU DESCRIPTION:Would you like to read simple newspaper articles and discuss wo rds and build vocabulary with a group of English Language Learners? Please join the ELL-Newspaper Reading Circle on Tuesdays from 11am to 12pm. http s://christmasinfairfax.com/series/ell-newspaper-reading-circle/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Would you like to read simple newspaper art icles and discuss words and build vocabulary with a group of English Langu age Learners?

Please join the ELL-Newspaper Reading Circle on Tues days from 11am to 12pm.

https:/ /christmasinfairfax.com/series/ell-newspaper-reading-circle/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250919T0944580Z-304110-2224@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z SUMMARY:Pumpkin Picking & Corn Maze DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251025;BYDAY=SA DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Fall Y’all and enjoy an unforgettable experienc e picking pumpkins\, getting lost in our corn maze and roasting marshmall ows at the bonfire. Don’t forget those freshly made Cider Donuts! https:// christmasinfairfax.com/series/pumpkin-picking-corn-maze/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come celebrate Fall Y&rsquo\;all \; and enjoy an unforgettable experience picking pumpkins\, getting lost in our corn maze \; and roasting marshmallows at the bonfire. Don&rsquo\;t fo rget those freshly made Cider Donuts!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/pumpkin-picking-corn-maze/ CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250919T0948200Z-304110-2225@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T153000 SUMMARY:Genealogy for Kids: Photo Detectives DESCRIPTION:Step into the past and uncover the untold stories hidden in old photographs! Analyze vintage pictures\, searching for clues about the peo ple\, places\, and events captured in time. What can you piece together? D rop in and investigate! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/genealogy-for -kids-photo-detectives/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Step into the past and uncover the untold s tories hidden in old photographs!

Analyze vintage pictures\, searc hing for clues about the people\, places\, and events captured in time. Wh at can you piece together? Drop in and investigate!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/genealogy- for-kids-photo-detectives/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T2135130Z-304110-2154@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T120000 SUMMARY:Heroes Read DESCRIPTION:Calling all young explorers! Come meet real-life heroes— Fairfa x County 911 call takers and dispatchers—as they read exciting books about staying safe in an emergency. Kids ages 3-10 will learn important safety tips\, ask questions\, and discover how these heroes help in times of need . https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/heroes-read/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calling all young explorers! Come meet real -life heroes&mdash\; Fairfax County 911 call takers and dispatchers&mdash\ ;as they read exciting books about staying safe in an emergency.

K ids ages 3-10 will learn important safety tips\, ask questions\, and disco ver how these heroes help in times of need.

https ://christmasinfairfax.com/event/heroes-read/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T2226060Z-304110-2158@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T120000 SUMMARY:Wonder Wagon: Connecting Communities to Nature Where They Live DESCRIPTION:The Wonder Wagon is not just a van\; it’s an experience. Packed with engaging activities\, from bug-catching to birdwatching\, the Wonder Wagon will help us envision our urban environments as nature-rich spaces. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/wonder-wagon-connecting-communities- to-nature-where-they-live/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonder Wagon is not just a van\; it&rsquo\;s an experience. Packed with engaging activities\, from bug-catc hing to birdwatching\, the Wonder Wagon will help us envision our urban en vironments as nature-rich spaces.

https://christmasinfairfax .com/event/wonder-wagon-connecting-communities-to-nature-where-they-live/< /a>
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T2131540Z-304110-2153@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T123000 SUMMARY:Rubber Duck Races DESCRIPTION:It’s an old fashioned\, double elimination\, rain gutter race w ith rubber duckies! (Outside on our front patio.) Each registered partici pant gets to pick a duck\, and we’ll take turns racing through the bracket until we get the ultimate winner. Ages 5 to 10. https://christmasinfairf ax.com/event/rubber-duck-races/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
It&rsquo\;s an old fashioned\, double elimi nation\, rain gutter race with rubber duckies! \; (Outside on our fron t patio.)

Each registered participant gets to pick a duck\, and we &rsquo\;ll take turns racing through the bracket until we get the ultimate winner. \; Ages 5 to 10.

https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/event/rubber-duck-races/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T2220200Z-304110-2156@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T113000 SUMMARY:Walk to End Hunger & Fellowship Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for this year’s Walk & Fellowship Brea kfast on Saturday October 18\, 2025 during Centreville Day. Sign up today for breakfast\, the walk\, or both! All registered participants will be in vited to participate in a Virtual Silent Auction October 6-9. The Fellowsh ip Breakfast will feature a hearty breakfast including pancakes\, eggs\, c rispy potatoes\, and breakfast meat and family-friendly activities. https: //christmasinfairfax.com/event/walk-to-end-hunger-fellowship-breakfast/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Registration is now open \;for this yea r&rsquo\;s Walk &\; Fellowship Breakfast on Saturday October 18\, 2025 during Centreville Day.

Sign up today for breakfast\, the walk\, o r both! All registered participants will be invited to participate in a Vi rtual Silent Auction October 6-9.

The Fellowship Breakfast will fe ature a hearty breakfast including pancakes\, eggs\, crispy potatoes\, and breakfast meat and family-friendly activities.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/walk-to-en d-hunger-fellowship-breakfast/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T2223480Z-304110-2157@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T120000 SUMMARY:Happy Pig Day with Elephant & Piggie DESCRIPTION:We are having a Pig Day party with storytelling\, crafts\, and a costume Parade! Come dressed up as your favorite Mo Willems character\, and we will parade around the library to show off your duds! https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/event/happy-pig-day-with-elephant-piggie/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We are having a Pig Day party with st orytelling\, crafts\, and a costume Parade! Come dressed up as your favori te Mo Willems character\, and we will parade around the library to show of f your duds!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/happy-pig-day-with-elephant-piggie/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250713T2150430Z-304110-2160@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T150000 SUMMARY:Celebrate Friends with Bracelets! DESCRIPTION:Come hear some stories about friendship and then make a friends hip bracelet for yourself or to give to a friend. https://christmasinfairf ax.com/event/celebrate-friends-with-bracelets/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come hear some stories about friendsh ip and then make a friendship bracelet for yourself or to give to a friend .

https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/event/celebrate-friends-with-bracelets/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1204020Z-304110-2164@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T124500 SUMMARY:Mini Medics DESCRIPTION:Learn about first-aid through activities and crafts! For childr en 5-10. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/mini-medics-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about first-aid through activit ies and crafts! For children 5-10.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/mini-medics-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1206570Z-304110-2165@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T153000 SUMMARY:Cookie Decorating (and eating) for Tweens DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of “wet on wet” cookie decorating with a cookie p ro from Fran’s Cake and Candy Supply! Supplies will be provided\, and each student will get the chance to decorate three cookies. https://christmasi nfairfax.com/event/cookie-decorating-and-eating-for-tweens/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn the art of &ldquo\;wet on wet&rdquo\; cookie decorating with a cookie pro from \;Fran&rsquo\;s Cake and Candy Supply!

Supplies will be provided\, and each student will get the chance to d ecorate three cookies.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/cookie-decorating-and-eating-for-tw eens/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1210570Z-304110-2166@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T113000 SUMMARY:Plant a Seed – Kandy Corn Plus F1(hybrid) Mini Pumpkins DESCRIPTION:Make your own newspaper pot. Plant Kandy Korn Plus F1(hybrid) m ini pumpkin seeds in your pot. Take it home. Watch them grow! Ages 8+. h ttps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/plant-a-seed-kandy-corn-plus-f1hybrid- mini-pumpkins/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make your own newspaper pot.

Plant Kandy Korn Plus F1(hybrid) mini pumpkin \;seeds in your pot.

T ake it home. \; Watch them grow! \; Ages 8+.

https://christmasinfairfax.com /event/plant-a-seed-kandy-corn-plus-f1hybrid-mini-pumpkins/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20250721T1750330Z-304110-2174@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801 SUMMARY:Brain Power RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=31 DESCRIPTION:Enhance your mental fitness with “Train Your Brain” activities! Sudoku\, crosswords\, Color Me Happy\, and word searches. Each activity i s aimed at stimulating cognitive function and supporting memory improvemen t. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/brain-power/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Enhance your mental fitness with &ldquo\;Tr ain Your Brain&rdquo\; activities! Sudoku\, crosswords\, Color Me Happy\, and word searches.

Each activity is aimed at stimulating cognitive function and supporting memory improvement.

htt ps://christmasinfairfax.com/series/brain-power/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250801T0930500Z-304110-2184@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805 SUMMARY:Get Outside Challenge: Duck Duck Splash RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=7 DESCRIPTION:Meet Debs’ delightful ducks and dive into a week of water-fille d fun with splashtastic water games. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ get-outside-challenge-duck-duck-splash/2025-08-11/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Meet Debs&rsquo\; delightful ducks an d dive into a week of water-filled fun with splashtastic water games.

ht tps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/get-outside-challenge-duck-duck-splash/ 2025-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250801T0935390Z-304110-2185@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T111500 SUMMARY:Violin Concert – Storytime and Craft DESCRIPTION:Students from the Allen and Price Violin Studios will present a concert of popular movie favorites combined with a reading of The Paper B ag Princess\, by Robert Munsch. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/violi n-concert-storytime-and-craft/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Students from the Allen and Price Vio lin Studios will present a concert of popular movie favorites combined wit h a reading of \;The Paper Bag Princess\, by Robert Munsc h.

https://ch ristmasinfairfax.com/event/violin-concert-storytime-and-craft/ CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250805T0930130Z-304110-2192@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T111500 SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime & Playdate DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, & playtime and make new friends! After storytime\, stick around for a toddler playdate where your little ones can explore our toddler toys. https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/toddler-storytime-playdate/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, & \; playtime and make new friends!

After storytime\, stick around f or a toddler playdate where your little ones can explore our toddler toys.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/ev ent/toddler-storytime-playdate/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20250805T1221540Z-304110-2194@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T163000 SUMMARY:Musical Petting Zoo with Bach 2 Rock DESCRIPTION:Children are invited to an instrument petting zoo\, where they can see\, touch\, and try various musical instruments (e.g.\, guitar\, bas s\, hand drums\, maracas\, shakers\, keyboard\, rhythm/percussion instrume nts.) https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/musical-petting-zoo-with-bach-2 -rock/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Children are invited to an instrument petting zoo\, where they can see\, touch\, and try various musical instru ments (e.g.\, guitar\, bass\, hand drums\, maracas\, shakers\, keyboard\, rhythm/percussion instruments.)

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/musical-petting- zoo-with-bach-2-rock/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250805T0923160Z-304110-2189@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T173000 SUMMARY:Shaving Cream Art! DESCRIPTION:Did you know that you can create beautiful art on paper with ju st shaving cream and food coloring? https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/s having-cream-art/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Did you know that you can create beau tiful art on paper with just shaving cream and food coloring?

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/shavi ng-cream-art/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250805T0928120Z-304110-2191@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T150000 SUMMARY:Quilting 102! RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251026;BYDAY=SU,TU DESCRIPTION:For next level quilting. This class is for confident and indepe ndent quilters. Learn more advanced techniques. https://christmasinfairfa x.com/series/quilting-102/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For next level quilting.

This class is for confident and independent quilters. \; Learn more advanced tec hniques.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/ quilting-102/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250805T1219150Z-304110-2193@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T120000 SUMMARY:Rock and Rhyme with Mr. Jon & Friends DESCRIPTION:Join multiple Parents’ Choice Award winning musician Mr. Jon & Friends for a musical comedy concert for the whole family. Mr. Jon & his s illy friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along. ht tps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/rock-and-rhyme-with-mr-jon-friends/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join multiple Parents&rsquo\; Choice Award winning musician Mr. Jon &\; Friends for a musical comedy concert for t he whole family.

Mr. Jon &\; his silly friend George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/rock-and-rhyme-with- mr-jon-friends/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250805T0925190Z-304110-2190@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T120000 SUMMARY:The Three Not So Little Pigs DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled twist on a familiar story from Blue Sk y Puppet Theatre. The wolf is a vegetarian and the pigs jam on rock and ro ll guitars. Discover an offbeat version of the classic children’s tale tha t’s as much fun for adults as it is for kids. https://christmasinfairfax.c om/event/the-three-not-so-little-pigs/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for a fun-filled twist on a familia r story from Blue Sky Puppet Theatre.

The wolf is a vegetarian and the pigs jam on rock and roll guitars.

Discover an offbeat versio n of the classic children&rsquo\;s tale that&rsquo\;s as much fun for adul ts as it is for kids.

https://ch ristmasinfairfax.com/event/the-three-not-so-little-pigs/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250805T1307200Z-304110-2195@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T210000 SUMMARY:Writers of Chantilly RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20260112;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=MO DESCRIPTION:A diverse group of published and aspiring writers\, we transfor m our words and thoughts into creative stories that we share with each oth er for thoughtful discussion\, positive direction and maximum impact. http s://christmasinfairfax.com/series/writers-of-chantilly/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A diverse group of published and aspiring w riters\, we transform our words and thoughts into creative stories that we share with each other for thoughtful discussion\, positive direction and maximum impact.

https://christmasinfair fax.com/series/writers-of-chantilly/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250809T1011120Z-304110-2200@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T113000 SUMMARY:Books & Bubbles: Family Storytime & Bubble Dance Party DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy fun summertime stories followed by a bubble dance pa rty. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/books-bubbles-family-storytime-b ubble-dance-party-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come enjoy fun summertime stories followed by a bubble dance party.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/books-bubble s-family-storytime-bubble-dance-party-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250723T0032560Z-304110-2176@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T173000 SUMMARY:Korean Soloist Ensemble Peace Concert DESCRIPTION:The Washington Soloist Ensemble (WSE) members consist of profes sional singers\, conductors\, pianists as well as amateur singers who pass the audition process. The group has performed at the Kennedy Center\, Geo rge Mason \, University of Maryland and other local community centers and institutions. Established in 1993\, the WSE has been an integral part of the Korean diaspora that has represented Korean culture in the United Stat es through music. The group has performed in numerous key events over the years including the Centennial of Korean Immigration to the United States. By harmonizing the choral artistry of Korea and the United States\, the g roup’s music resonates with the heart and leaves a lasting impression. Ove r the years we have performed over 75 concerts in total. This concert will feature an orchestra as well as the singers. It will celebrate 80 years of Korean independence from Japanese colonial rule\, a process culminating on August 15\, 1945\, with the end of World War II. https://christmasinfa irfax.com/event/korean-soloist-ensemble-peace-concert/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Washington Soloist Ensemble (WSE) membe rs consist of professional singers\, conductors\, pianists as well as amat eur singers who pass the audition process.

The group has performed at the Kennedy Center\, George Mason \, University of Maryland and other local community centers and institutions. \; Established in 1993\, the WSE has been an integral part of the Korean diaspora that has represented Korean culture in the United States through music.

The group has performed in numerous key events over the years including the Centennial o f Korean Immigration to the United States. By harmonizing the choral artis try of Korea and the United States\, the group&rsquo\;s music resonates wi th the heart and leaves a lasting impression. Over the years we have perfo rmed over 75 concerts in total.

This concert will feature an orche stra as well as the singers. \; It will celebrate 80 years of Korean i ndependence from Japanese colonial rule\, a process culminating on August 15\, 1945\, with the end of World War II.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/korean-soloist-ens emble-peace-concert/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250904T1044020Z-304110-2212@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T114500 SUMMARY:Fun Twos and Threes Storytime DESCRIPTION:Ages 24 to 35 months and their caregivers are invited to join u s for a Storytime geared especially for them! Participants will hear stori es\, sing songs\, learn rhymes\, do movement activities\, and possibly get the chance to use scarves and instruments\, while building literacy and s ocial skills. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fun-twos-and-threes-sto rytime-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ages 24 to 35 \;months and their caregi vers are \;invited to join us for a Storytime geared especially for th em!

Participants will hear stories\, sing songs\, learn rhymes\, d o movement activities\, and possibly get the chance to use scarves and ins truments\, while building literacy and social skills.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fun-twos-and -threes-storytime-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250906T1525230Z-304110-2216@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000 SUMMARY:Bug Fest DESCRIPTION:Games and activities include insect safaris\, live insects\, in sect collections\, log rolling\, soil stations\, bug walks\, critter talks \, bug science and crafts to make your own bug. Use technology to explore the world of insects. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/bug-fest/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Games and activities include insect s afaris\, live insects\, insect collections\, log rolling\, soil stations\, bug walks\, critter talks\, bug science and crafts to make your own bug. Use technology to explore the world of insects.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/bug-fest/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250910T2130440Z-304110-2219@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T150000 SUMMARY:Fall Cider Making DESCRIPTION:Bring up to eight people and learn how to use an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider. Your group needs to bring approximat ely 100 apples of their choosing and tightly sealable containers for trans porting approximately 2 gallons of cider. https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/fall-cider-making/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bring up to eight people and learn how to u se an old-fashioned cider press by making your own cider.

Your gro up needs to bring approximately 100 apples of their choosing and tightly s ealable containers for transporting approximately 2 gallons of cider.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/f all-cider-making/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250910T2128200Z-304110-2218@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T120000 SUMMARY:Happy Pig Day with Elephant & Piggie DESCRIPTION:We are having a Pig Day party with storytelling\, crafts\, and a costume Parade! Come dressed up as your favorite Mo Willems character\, and we will parade around the library to show off your duds! https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/event/happy-pig-day-with-elephant-piggie/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We are having a Pig Day party with st orytelling\, crafts\, and a costume Parade! Come dressed up as your favori te Mo Willems character\, and we will parade around the library to show of f your duds!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/happy-pig-day-with-elephant-piggie/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250714T0030130Z-304110-2161@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T160000 SUMMARY:Musical Instrument Petting Zoo DESCRIPTION:Learn about musical instruments in a fun engaging experience th at combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making. Childr en will be invited to an instrument petting zoo\, where they can see\, tou ch\, and try various musical instruments. https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/musical-instrument-petting-zoo/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about musical instruments in a fun en gaging experience that combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making.

Children will be invited to an instrument petting zo o\, where they can see\, touch\, and try various musical instruments.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/eve nt/musical-instrument-petting-zoo/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250714T1506030Z-304110-2162@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000 SUMMARY:Thursday Adventures in STEAM: Painting Crafts DESCRIPTION:Join us for paper marbling and creating colorful globe lights. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/thursday-adventures-in-steam-painting -crafts/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for \;paper marbling and creating colorful globe lights.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/thursday -adventures-in-steam-painting-crafts/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250714T1509150Z-304110-2163@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T173000 SUMMARY:Lego Building Challenges RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251229;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=MO DESCRIPTION:Make new friends and Lego creations! Collaboration and friendly competition is encouraged! All Legos are provided and stay at the library . https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/lego-building-challenges/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make new friends and \;Lego creat ions! Collaboration and friendly competition is encouraged! All Legos are provided and stay at the library.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/lego-building-challenges /
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250806T1259130Z-304110-2196@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T113000 SUMMARY:Library Playdate at Herndon Library DESCRIPTION:Children from 0-5 can come to play with toys and meet new frien ds. Caregivers will have an opportunity to socialize as well. https://chri stmasinfairfax.com/event/library-playdate-at-herndon-library/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Children from 0-5 can come to play with toy s and meet new friends.

Caregivers will have an opportunity to soc ialize as well.

https://c hristmasinfairfax.com/event/library-playdate-at-herndon-library/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250806T1301350Z-304110-2197@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T173000 SUMMARY:Book Lovers Group DESCRIPTION:Are your shelves brimming with tales of intrigue\, suspense\, a nd the pursuit of knowledge? Whether you’re a devotee of the latest bestse llers or a connoisseur of timeless classics\, the Book Lovers Group is you r next chapter! ? ️ Join us virtually each month on the second Sunday at 4 :00 PM for an adventure through pages that promise to be as thrilling as t he stories we devour. Our rendezvous lasts approximately 1 1/2 hours—perfe ct for a deep dive into the heart of each book. Engage in spirited debates that will challenge your perspectives\, enrich your reading experience\, and connect you with stories in ways you never expected. Will you be the c hampion of the underdog novel\, or the critic of the acclaimed bestseller? Our discussions are as varied and captivating as the books themselves. Fo r our upcoming gathering\, we’re diving into “James” by Percival Everett. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/book-lovers-group/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are your shelves brimming with tales of int rigue\, suspense\, and the pursuit of knowledge? Whether you&rsquo\;re a d evotee of the latest bestsellers or a connoisseur of timeless classics\, t he Book Lovers Group is your next chapter!

? ️ Join us virtually e ach month on the second Sunday at 4:00 PM for an adventure through pages t hat promise to be as thrilling as the stories we devour. Our rendezvous la sts approximately 1 1/2 hours&mdash\;perfect for a deep dive into the hear t of each book.

Engage in spirited debates that will challenge you r perspectives\, enrich your reading experience\, and connect you with sto ries in ways you never expected. Will you be the champion of the underdog novel\, or the critic of the acclaimed bestseller? Our discussions are as varied and captivating as the books themselves.

For our upcoming g athering\, we&rsquo\;re diving into \;&ldquo\;James&rdquo\; by Percival Ev erett.

https://christmasin fairfax.com/event/book-lovers-group/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250806T1305290Z-304110-2198@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T200000 SUMMARY:Community Day and Welcome Back to School Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of fun\, food\, music\, and games as we celebrate the end of summer and kick off the new school year! Bring your f riends\, family\, and neighbors for a free community event packed with exc itement: Live Bands Tasty Food Outdoor Games Kids' Activities And so much more! Whether you're a student gearing up for school or just love a good n eighborhood party\, there’s something for everyone. Let’s send summer off with a smile and start the school year with joy! Come one\, come all — we can't wait to see you there! https://penderumc.org/event/2025-08-16-commun ity-day-and-welcome-back-to-school-festival/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for an evening of fun\, food\, musi c\, and games as we celebrate the end of summer and kick off the new schoo l year! Bring your friends\, family\, and neighbors for a free community e vent packed with excitement:

Live Bands

Tasty Foo d

Outdoor Games

Kids' Activities

And so much more!

Whether you're a student gearing up for school or j ust love a good neighborhood party\, there&rsquo\;s something for everyone . Let&rsquo\;s send summer off with a smile and start the school year with joy!

Come one\, come all &mdash\; we can't wait to see you there!

https:// penderumc.org/event/2025-08-16-community-day-and-welcome-back-to-school-fe stival/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2203280Z-304110-2203@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T114500 SUMMARY:Fun Twos and Threes Storytime DESCRIPTION:Participants will hear stories\, sing songs\, learn rhymes\, do movement activities\, and possibly get the chance to use scarves and inst ruments\, while building literacy and social skills. https://christmasinfa irfax.com/event/fun-twos-and-threes-storytime/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Participants will hear stories\, sing songs\, learn rhymes\, do movement activities\, and possibly get the chan ce to use scarves and instruments\, while building literacy and social ski lls.

https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/event/fun-twos-and-threes-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2229110Z-304110-2209@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T120000 SUMMARY:Wand Making DESCRIPTION:Design and decorate your own magic wand! Perfect for wizards\, fairies\, and all magical creatures. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ wand-making/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Design and decorate your own magic wa nd! Perfect for wizards\, fairies\, and all magical creatures.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/wand-makin g/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2221320Z-304110-2207@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T170000 SUMMARY:MakerLab Drop-in Hours at Herndon Library RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=4 DESCRIPTION:The Maker Lab @ Herndon is a space designed for people who love to learn\, discover\, and explore. It’s a place where you can learn new s kills\, work on fun projects\, and connect with other makers in your commu nity. The MakerLab provides access to a variety of tools and equipment inc luding: 3D printer\, sewing & embroidery machines\, Cricut & Cameo cutting machines\, robotics\, circuits\, and more. https://christmasinfairfax.com /series/makerlab-drop-in-hours-at-herndon-library/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Maker Lab @ Herndon is a space designed for people who love to learn\, discover\, and explore. It&rsquo\;s a plac e where you can learn new skills\, work on fun projects\, and connect with other makers in your community. The MakerLab provides access to a variety of tools and equipment including: 3D printer\, sewing &\; embroidery m achines\, Cricut &\; Cameo cutting machines\, robotics\, circuits\, and more.

ht tps://christmasinfairfax.com/series/makerlab-drop-in-hours-at-herndon-libr ary/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2213070Z-304110-2206@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T150000 SUMMARY:Sully Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join Sully Book Club for a discussion of The Wager by David Gra nn. Registration not required. Adults. #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of Killers of the Flower Moon\, a page-turning story of shipwr eck\, survival\, and savagery\, culminating in a court martial that reveal s a shocking truth. The powerful narrative reveals the deeper meaning of t he events on The Wager\, showing that it was not only the captain and crew who ended up on trial\, but the very idea of empire. https://christmasinf airfax.com/event/sully-book-club/ A Best Book of the Year: The New York Ti mes\, The Wall Street Journal\, The New Yorker\, TIME\, Smithsonian\, NPR\ , Vulture\, Kirkus Reviews X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Sully Book Club for a discussion of \;The Wager \;by David Grann.

Registration not required. Adults.

#1 \;NEW YORK TIMES \;BESTSELLER &bul l\; From the author of \;Killers of the Flower Moon\, a page-turning story of shipwreck\, survival\, and savagery\, cu lminating in a court martial that reveals a shocking truth. The powerful n arrative reveals the deeper meaning of the events on \;Th e Wager\, showing that it was not only the captain and crew w ho ended up on trial\, but the very idea of empire.

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A Best Book of the Year: \;The N ew York Times\, The Wall Street Journal\, The New Yorker\,&nb sp\;TIME\, \;Smithsonian \, NPR\, \;Vulture\, Kirkus Reviews

\;

CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2208340Z-304110-2205@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903 SUMMARY:Dementia Friends Information Session DESCRIPTION:Dementia Friendly Fairfax envisions our community as a place wh ere people living with dementia and their care partners will be able to en gage in a variety of activities\, be supported in the highest quality of l ife\, and can live independently for as long as possible. https://christma sinfairfax.com/event/dementia-friends-information-session/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dementia Friendly Fairfax envisions o ur community as a place where \;people living with dementia and their care partners will be able to engage \;in a variety of activities\, be supported in the highest quality of life\, \;and can live independent ly for as long as possible.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/dementia-friends-inf ormation-session/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2206110Z-304110-2204@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T110000 SUMMARY:Preschool Music and More DESCRIPTION:It’s a library\, so make some noise! Music makes everything be tter. Reading with rhyme and rhythm – join the fun! Ages 3-5. https://ch ristmasinfairfax.com/event/preschool-music-and-more/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
It&rsquo\;s a library\, so make some noise! \; Music makes everything better. \; Reading with rhyme and rhythm &ndash\; \;join the fun! \; Ages 3-5.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/presch ool-music-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250824T2226410Z-304110-2208@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T110000 SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251209;BYDAY=TU DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, songs\, and fingerplays perfect for children ag es 2 to 3 years old with adult. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/todd ler-storytime-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Enjoy stories\, songs\, and fingerpla ys perfect for children ages 2 to 3 years old with adult.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/toddl er-storytime-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250922T1008480Z-304110-2227@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T140000 SUMMARY:Social Work Intern Drop-In Time DESCRIPTION:Stop by Centreville Regional Library to meet MSW interns and le arn how to navigate community and government resources: https://christmasi nfairfax.com/event/social-work-intern-drop-in-time/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stop by \;Centreville Regional Li brary to meet MSW interns and learn how to navigate community and governme nt resources:

~~ht tps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/social-work-intern-drop-in-time/~~

&ldquo\;Spoiler&rdquo\; Book Discussion gro up.

Read the book BEFORE it hits the Big (or small) screen!

August book: \; \;The Th ursday Murder Club \;by Osman\, Richard

In a peaceful reti rement village\, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to d iscuss unsolved crimes\; together they call themselves The Thursday Murder Club.

There&rsquo\;s Red Ron\, the infamous former socialist fire brand\, still causing trouble\; gentle Joyce\, widowed\, pining for anothe r resident\, but surely not as innocent as she seems\; Ibrahim\, a former therapist who understands the darker side of human nature\; and Elizabeth? Well\, no one is quite sure who she really is\, but she&rsquo\;s definite ly not a woman to underestimate.

When a local developer is found d ead\, the Thursday Murder Club suddenly find themselves in the middle of t heir first live case. The friends might be septuagenarians\, but they are cleverer than most. Can our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer before its too late?

htt ps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/spoiler-adult-book-discussion-group/

Are you a night owl family historian? \ ;This is your night!

Join fellow researchers and genealogists for after-hours research in the Virginia Room.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/late-night-in-the-virgi nia-room/

Join our library for a magical perfor mance of \;The Wizard of Oz \;by Bright Star Theatre\, where Dorothy\, the Lion\, the Ti n Man\, and the Scarecrow journey through Oz to confront the Wicked Witch in this beloved tale by L. Frank Baum.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/wizard-of-oz-show/

CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250726T0953270Z-304110-2177@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T203000 SUMMARY:Simple Gifts: An evening of Chamber Music DESCRIPTION:Compositions include works by Wayne Barlow\, Telemann\, Haydn\, Morricone\, and Copland. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/simple-gift s-an-evening-of-chamber-music/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Compositions include works by Wayne Barlow\, Telemann\, Haydn\, Morricone\, and Copland.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/ev ent/simple-gifts-an-evening-of-chamber-music/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250726T1640140Z-304110-2179@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729 SUMMARY: Get Outside Challenge: Peter’s Patch RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=7 DESCRIPTION:Peter’s Patch – Hop into the world of bunnies and Beatrix Potte r as you follow Peter Rabbit’s trail through the garden! https://christmas infairfax.com/series/get-outside-challenge/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Peter&rsquo\;s Patch &ndash\; \;Hop into the world of bunnies and Beatrix Potter as you follow Peter Rabbit&rsquo\;s trail through the garden!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/get-outside- challenge/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250726T1643450Z-304110-2180@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T113000 SUMMARY:Read! Build! Play! DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, & build with DUPLOs whil e making new friends! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/read-build-play / X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, \;&\; build with DUPLOs while making \;new friends!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/read-build-play/
CATEGORIES:Music History UID:20250726T1638150Z-304110-2178@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T153000 SUMMARY:DMV Connect at Chantilly Library DESCRIPTION:The Virginia DMV will have a station in our Conference Room by appointment or walk-in\, from 10:00am-3:30pm (closed 12:30-1:30 for lunch) to offer many services that are usually available at DMV offices includin g: REAL ID Drivers’ Licenses\, ID cards for adults and children\, disabled parking placards\, address changes\, vehicle titles & E-Z Pass Transponde rs. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/dmv-connect-at-chantilly-library/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Virginia DMV will have a station in our Conference \;Room by appointment or walk-in\, from 10:00am-3:30pm (cl osed 12:30-1:30 for lunch) to offer many services that are usually availab le at DMV offices including: REAL ID Drivers&rsquo\; Licenses\, ID cards f or adults and children\, disabled parking placards\, address changes\, veh icle titles &\; \;E-Z Pass Transponders.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/dmv-connect-at-ch antilly-library/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1620090Z-304110-2170@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000 SUMMARY:Historic Oak Hill Open House DESCRIPTION:Oak Hill was constructed circa 1790 on the historic Ravensworth tract. It was built by Richard Fitzhugh\, a descendant of one of the firs t land-grant holders in Northern Virginia. It was a late Georgian style dw elling that was renovated in the Colonial Revival style during the 1940s b y renowned restoration architect Walter M. Macomber. The name comes from t wo large oak trees on the property. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/h istoric-oak-hill-open-house/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Oak Hill was constructed circa 1790 o n the historic Ravensworth tract. It was built by Richard Fitzhugh\, a des cendant of one of the first land-grant holders in Northern Virginia. It wa s a late Georgian style dwelling that was renovated in the Colonial Reviva l style during the 1940s by renowned restoration architect Walter M. Macom ber. The name comes from two large oak trees on the property.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/ event/historic-oak-hill-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250909T0805440Z-304110-2217@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716 SUMMARY:Grandpa’s Farm Show DESCRIPTION:At the farm\, we meet Sunny Sunshine\, Farmer Fowler\, some gar den friends and a variety of fun characters who guide us through planting a vegetable garden. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/grandpas-farm-sho w/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
At the farm\, we meet Sunny Sunshine\ , Farmer Fowler\, some garden friends and a variety of fun characters who guide us through planting a vegetable garden.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/grandpas-farm-show/< /a>
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250712T1516330Z-304110-2152@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207 SUMMARY:A Christmas Kaleidoscope of Bronze DESCRIPTION:Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for the 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on -line and at the door. This concert at Walker Chapel United Methodist Chur ch is Free Featuring the Walker Chapel Choir https://christmasinfairfax.co m/event/a-christmas-kaleidoscope-of-bronze-3/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for t he 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on-line and at the door.

This concert at \;Walker Chapel United Methodist Church is Free
Featu ring the Walker Chapel Choir

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/a-christmas-kaleido scope-of-bronze-3/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251201T2158250Z-304110-2269@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000 SUMMARY:Jigsaw Puzzle Contest! DESCRIPTION:Gather with friends and family to compete in Sherwood Regional Library’s jigsaw puzzle contest! Teams of 4 people will compete to finish identical 500-piece puzzles in the least amount of time. Fire up your jigs aw puzzle skills and bring your team to compete for bragging rights. https ://christmasinfairfax.com/event/jigsaw-puzzle-contest/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Gather with friends and family to compete i n Sherwood Regional Library&rsquo\;s jigsaw puzzle contest!

Teams of 4 people will compete to finish identical 500-piece puzzles in the leas t amount of time.

Fire up your jigsaw puzzle skills and bring your team to compete for bragging rights.

h ttps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/jigsaw-puzzle-contest/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2145000Z-304110-2264@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T200000 SUMMARY:Soap Carving DESCRIPTION:Experiment with soap carving. Create a gift or decor. Materials will be provided. This program is for adults. https://christmasinfairfax. com/event/soap-carving/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Experiment with soap carving.

Creat e a gift or decor.

Materials will be provided.

This progra m is for adults.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/ event/soap-carving/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2152590Z-304110-2267@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000 SUMMARY:Twilight Tales DESCRIPTION:Wear your pajamas and come enjoy some evening stories and songs at the Centreville Library! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/twilight -tales/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Wear your pajamas and come enjoy some evening stories and songs at the Centreville Library!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/twilight-tales/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2155420Z-304110-2268@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T181500 SUMMARY:“The Nutcracker” Performed by the Metropolitan School of the Arts DESCRIPTION:Metropolitan School of the Arts brings to you the story of The Nutcracker. Enjoy a magical escape into the fairytale world of Ballet as y ou delight in meeting Clara\, the captivating Sugar Plum Fairy and other c haracters from this well loved ballet. Enjoy this interactive tale using words\, mime and ballet steps. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/the-nu tcracker-performed-by-the-metropolitan-school-of-the-arts/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Metropolitan School of the Arts brings to y ou the story of The Nutcracker.

Enjoy a magical escape into the fa irytale world of Ballet as you delight in meeting Clara\, the captivating Sugar Plum Fairy and other characters from this well loved ballet.

Enjoy this interactive tale \; using words\, mime and ballet steps.
https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/the-nutcracker-performed-by-the-met ropolitan-school-of-the-arts/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251201T2147420Z-304110-2265@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T210000 SUMMARY:A Christmas Kaleidoscope of Bronze DESCRIPTION:Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for the 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on -line and at the door. This concert at Sherwood Community Center has a cos t of $15.00 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for t he 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on-line and at the door.

This concert at \;Sherwood Community Center has a cost of $15.00
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251201T2149460Z-304110-2266@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T111500 SUMMARY:Bilingual Storytime with Supervisor Palchik DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bilingual storytime that includes stories\, songs \, & rhymes in both English and Spanish with a special reading by Supervis or Dalia Palchik. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/bilingual-storytime -with-supervisor-palchik/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for a bilingual storytime tha t includes stories\, songs\, &\; rhymes in both \;English and Spani sh with a special reading by Supervisor Dalia Palchik.

https://christmasinfair fax.com/event/bilingual-storytime-with-supervisor-palchik/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250924T0517390Z-304110-2229@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T203000 SUMMARY:Holiday Ornaments Craft DESCRIPTION:Create colorful fabric ball ornaments for holiday decoration us ing simple techniques. Use scrap fabric materials and a 3” Styrofoam ball in this fun hands-on craft session. This decorative sphere adds charm to y our place. Adults https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/holiday-ornaments-c raft/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create colorful fabric ball ornaments for h oliday decoration using simple techniques.

Use scrap fabric materi als and a 3&rdquo\; Styrofoam ball in this fun hands-on craft session.

This decorative sphere adds charm to your place. Adults

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/holiday-ornam ents-craft/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2246480Z-304110-2271@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T123000 SUMMARY:Coffee & a Classic: It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20260605;BYDAY=1FR DESCRIPTION:There’s nothing better on a Friday morning than a classic movie and a fresh cup of coffee in our meeting room! Movies and coffee are prov ided by the Friends of the Richard Byrd Library. https://christmasinfairfa x.com/series/coffee-a-classic-its-a-wonderful-life-1946/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
There&rsquo\;s nothing better on a Friday m orning than \;a classic movie and a fresh cup of coffee in our meeting room!

Movies and coffee are provided \;by the Friends of the Richard Byrd Library.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/coffee-a-classic-its-a-wonderfu l-life-1946/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2255520Z-304110-2273@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T113000 SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime! RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20260226;BYDAY=TH DESCRIPTION:Stories and Songs Together! Join us at the Dolley Madison libra ry for Preschool Storytime fun with songs\, rhymes\, and stories! Stay for playtime after! https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/preschool-storytime / X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stories and Songs Together!

Join us at the Dolley Madison library \;for Preschool Storytime fun with song s\, rhymes\, and stories!

Stay for playtime after!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/preschool-storyti me/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2250240Z-304110-2272@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T104500 SUMMARY:Move and Groove Storytime RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20260110;BYDAY=WE EXDATE;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T101500 DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving with an energetic and interactive storyti me. We will explore old and new favorite children’s books through songs\, rhymes\, storytelling\, dance\, and creative movement! Ages 24–35 months . https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/move-and-groove-storytime/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get up and get moving with an energet ic and interactive storytime. We will explore old and new favorite childre n&rsquo\;s books through songs\, rhymes\, storytelling\, dance\, and creat ive movement! \; Ages 24&ndash\;35 months.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/move-and- groove-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251201T2241260Z-304110-2270@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T123000 SUMMARY:Santa Claus Comes to Kingstowne! DESCRIPTION:Join us at Kingstowne Library as we welcome Santa for a magical time of visiting and taking pictures with the jolly man himself\, as well as a festive activity! For children\, birth to 5 years old. https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/event/santa-claus-comes-to-kingstowne/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at Kingstowne Library as we welcome Santa for a magical time of visiting and taking pictures with the jolly m an himself\, as well as a festive activity!

For children\, birth t o 5 years old.

https://christ masinfairfax.com/event/santa-claus-comes-to-kingstowne/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251202T0923300Z-304110-2275@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T160000 SUMMARY:Herndon Holiday Model Train Show DESCRIPTION:All aboard! Celebrate the season with the 21st annual Herndon H oliday Model Train Show–in the library lobby! Come upstairs and check out our scavenger hunt for kids or find a cozy read for the holidays. https:// christmasinfairfax.com/event/herndon-holiday-model-train-show/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
All aboard!

Celebrate the season wi th the 21st annual Herndon Holiday Model Train Show&ndash\;in the library lobby!

Come upstairs and check out our scavenger hunt for kids or find a cozy read for the holidays.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/herndon-holiday-model-train-sh ow/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251202T0920080Z-304110-2274@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T163000 SUMMARY:A Christmas Kaleidoscope of Bronze DESCRIPTION:Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for the 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on -line and at the door. This concert at King of Kings Lutheran Church is Fr ee (Free will donations accepted) https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/a-c hristmas-kaleidoscope-of-bronze-5/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for t he 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on-line and at the door.

This concert at \;King of Kings Lutheran Church \;is Free (Free will d onations accepted)

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/a-christmas-kaleidoscope-of-b ronze-5/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251202T1300310Z-304110-2277@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T140000 SUMMARY:Magical Adventure Reading Program DESCRIPTION:Join the Youth Department at Tysons-Pimmit Library for an adven ture filled with books and magic! Our guest host\, Rob Wescott\, will pres ent a high-energy show that delights everyone\, alongside his co-host\, th e world’s cutest bunny. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/magical-adven ture-reading-program/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the Youth Department at Tysons-Pimmit Library for an adventure filled with books and magic!

Our guest ho st\, Rob Wescott\, will present a high-energy show that delights everyone\ , alongside his co-host\, the world&rsquo\;s cutest bunny.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/magic al-adventure-reading-program/
CATEGORIES:Little Free Library UID:20250718T1229020Z-304110-2168@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T111000 SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime at Herndon Library RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20250812;BYDAY=TU DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delightful early literacy storytime with stories\, song s and fingerplays geared toward kids ages 3-5 years (with adult). https:/ /christmasinfairfax.com/series/preschool-storytime-at-herndon-library/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Enjoy a delightful early literacy sto rytime with stories\, songs and fingerplays geared toward kids ages \; 3-5 years (with adult). \;

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/ preschool-storytime-at-herndon-library/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1221440Z-304110-2167@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T120000 SUMMARY:AudioBook Butterfly DESCRIPTION:Come build a butterfly and add it to our AudioBook Butterfly ga rden. We will be reusing old Audiobook cases for materials\, an artist fro m UpCycle will be present to help with elements of construction. https://c hristmasinfairfax.com/event/audiobook-butterfly/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come build a butterfly and add it to our Au dioBook Butterfly garden.

We will be reusing old Audiobook cases f or materials\, an artist from UpCycle will be present to help with element s of construction.

https://christmasinfai rfax.com/event/audiobook-butterfly/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250801T0928560Z-304110-2183@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801 SUMMARY:Fancy Feline Scavenger Hunt RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=31 DESCRIPTION:Kitty-cats are perusing the Children’s Section for all of Augus t! Find 10 fancy felines for a prize! https://christmasinfairfax.com/serie s/fancy-feline-scavenger-hunt/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kitty-cats are perusing the Children&rsquo\ ;s Section for all of August!

Find 10 fancy felines for a prize!
https://christmasinfairfax.com/se ries/fancy-feline-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250801T0939030Z-304110-2186@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T193000 SUMMARY:Glory Way Concert DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring music a nd powerful ministry! The dynamic Gospel group Glory Way is bringing their uplifting harmonies and heartfelt message to Pender United Methodist Chur ch! With their rich blend of traditional and contemporary Gospel\, Glory W ay promises a concert experience that will move your spirit and lift your heart. This is more than a performance—it’s a time of worship\, inspiratio n\, and joy! https://penderumc.org/event/2025-11-09-glory-way-concert/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of s oul-stirring music and powerful ministry! The dynamic Gospel group Glory W ay is bringing their uplifting harmonies and heartfelt message to Pender U nited Methodist Church!

With their rich blend of traditional and c ontemporary Gospel\, Glory Way promises a concert experience that will mov e your spirit and lift your heart.

This is more than a performance &mdash\;it&rsquo\;s a time of worship\, inspiration\, and joy!

https://penderumc.org/event/2025-11-09-glory-way-con cert/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250801T0922590Z-304110-2181@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T114500 SUMMARY:KayDee Puppets DESCRIPTION:A 1st class puppet show with rhymes\, stories and laughs! A loc al favorite\, Kaydee puppet shows appeal to kids of all ages! Fresh twists on beloved fairy tales entertain and delight. https://christmasinfairfax. com/event/kaydee-puppets/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A 1st class puppet show with rhymes\, stori es and laughs!

A local favorite\, Kaydee puppet shows appeal to ki ds of all ages!

Fresh twists on beloved fairy tales entertain and delight.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ kaydee-puppets/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250801T0926340Z-304110-2182@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250722 SUMMARY:Get Outside Challenge: Barnyard Buddies RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=6 DESCRIPTION:Come cuddle with our crew of goat kids and discover how these s illy\, snack-loving sidekicks help us out and keep us entertained. https:/ /christmasinfairfax.com/event/get-outside-challenge-barnyard-buddies/2025- 07-22/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come cuddle with our crew of goat kid s and discover how these silly\, snack-loving sidekicks help us out and ke ep us entertained.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/get-outside-chal lenge-barnyard-buddies/2025-07-22/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1617250Z-304110-2169@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000 SUMMARY:Spectacular Science Fire and Ice DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spectacular show with impressive science experime nts. See foggy dry ice clouds and the chemistry of fire! Learn all about t he science of magic\, including a disappearing water trick and fun with ai r pressure. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/spectacular-science-fire- and-ice/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for a spectacular show with impress ive science experiments.

See foggy dry ice clouds and the chemistr y of fire! Learn all about the science of magic\, including a disappearing water trick and fun with air pressure.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/spectacular-science-fire- and-ice/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T1623220Z-304110-2171@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T140000 SUMMARY:Animal Tea Party RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251011;BYDAY=SA DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy tea party on the farm. Bring your favorite s tuffed animal\, help us decorate for the party and read a story. We will e njoy drinks and cookies in a special environmentally friendly tea set and meet one of our animals. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/animal-tea- party/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for a cozy tea party on the farm.
Bring your favorite stuffed animal\, help us decorate for the party and read a story.

We will enjoy drinks and cookies in a special e nvironmentally friendly tea set and meet one of our animals.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/animal-tea-party/< /a>
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250926T1225440Z-304110-2230@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118 SUMMARY:Story Project Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join the Story Project Book Club if you love to listen to books and talk about them. We will meet one Tuesday a month at 6:00 pm. https:/ /christmasinfairfax.com/event/story-project-book-club/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join the Story Project Book Club if you love t o listen to books and talk about them. We will meet one Tuesday a month at 6:00 pm. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/story-project-book-cl ub/ CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251109T2333000Z-304110-2244@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T113000 SUMMARY:STEAM Team DESCRIPTION:Drop in and have fun with fish! We will read the book\, “Don’t Trust Fish\,” by Neil Sharpson. Then we will do some cool science experime nts with water and paper fish. Finally\, we will make some paper fish craf ts. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/steam-team/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Drop in and have fun with fish!

We will read the book\, &ldquo\;Don&rsquo\;t Trust Fish\,&rdquo\; by Neil Sha rpson.

Then we will do some cool science experiments with water an d paper fish.

Finally\, we will make some paper fish crafts.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/steam-team/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251109T2342150Z-304110-2246@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T173000 SUMMARY:Green Kids Club: Environmental STEAM DESCRIPTION:Green Kids Club focuses on spreading the word about environment al issues relating to people and animals through books\, storytelling\, an d hands-on activities. Designed for ages 5-12. https://christmasinfairfax. com/event/green-kids-club-environmental-steam/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Green Kids Club focuses on spreading the wo rd about environmental issues relating to people and animals through books \, storytelling\, and hands-on activities.

Designed for ages 5-12.

https://christmasinfairf ax.com/event/green-kids-club-environmental-steam/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251109T2344180Z-304110-2247@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T200000 SUMMARY:Maker Monday RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251215;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=MO DESCRIPTION:LEGOs\, KEVA planks\, arts & craft supplies\, tech tools and mo re are also laid out to allow kids to express their creativity and buildin g skills. Build to your heart’s content while you socialize with other STE AM enthusiasts. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/maker-monday/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LEGOs\, KEVA planks\, arts &\; cra ft supplies\, tech tools and more are also laid out to allow kids to expre ss their creativity and building skills. Build to your heart&rsquo\;s cont ent while you socialize with other STEAM enthusiasts.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/maker-monday/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250911T0753080Z-304110-2220@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911 SUMMARY:Maritime Marvel Scavenger Hunt RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=20 DESCRIPTION:Sea creatures are swirling on a current through the Children’s Section for all of September! Locate 10 oceanic animals for a prize! https ://christmasinfairfax.com/series/maritime-marvel-scavenger-hunt/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sea creatures are swirling on a current thr ough the Children&rsquo\;s Section for all of September!

Locate 10 oceanic animals for a prize!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/maritime-marvel-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250911T0800270Z-304110-2222@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919 SUMMARY:Pumpkin Picking & Corn Maze DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Fall Y’all and enjoy an unforgettable experienc e picking pumpkins\, getting lost in our corn maze and roasting marshmall ows at the bonfire. Don’t forget those freshly made Cider Donuts! https:// christmasinfairfax.com/event/pumpkin-picking-corn-maze/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come celebrate Fall Y&rsquo\;all &nbs p\;and enjoy an unforgettable experience picking pumpkins\, getting lost i n our corn maze \; and roasting marshmallows at the bonfire. Don&rsquo \;t forget those freshly made Cider Donuts!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/pumpkin-picking -corn-maze/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250911T0756040Z-304110-2221@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T200000 SUMMARY:Community Day and Welcome Back to School Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of fun\, food\, music\, and games as we celebrate the end of summer and kick off the new school year! Bring your f riends\, family\, and neighbors for a free community event packed with exc itement: Live Bands Tasty Food Outdoor Games Kids' Activities And so much more! Whether you're a student gearing up for school or just love a good n eighborhood party\, there’s something for everyone. Let’s send summer off with a smile and start the school year with joy! Come one\, come all — we can't wait to see you there! https://penderumc.org/event/2025-08-16-commun ity-day-and-welcome-back-to-school-festival/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for an evening of fun\, food\, musi c\, and games as we celebrate the end of summer and kick off the new schoo l year! Bring your friends\, family\, and neighbors for a free community e vent packed with excitement:

Live Bands

Tasty Foo d

Outdoor Games

Kids' Activities

And so much more!

Whether you're a student gearing up for school or j ust love a good neighborhood party\, there&rsquo\;s something for everyone . Let&rsquo\;s send summer off with a smile and start the school year with joy!

Come one\, come all &mdash\; we can't wait to see you there!

https:// penderumc.org/event/2025-08-16-community-day-and-welcome-back-to-school-fe stival/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250816T1019080Z-304110-2202@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T120000 SUMMARY:Reptiles Alive with Bobby G DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique and exciting destination for animal lovers ? Visit us at Oakton library for a hands-on reptile petting zoo experience ! Perfect for all ages\, our interactive shows let you get up close and pe rsonal with some of the world’s most fascinating reptiles. During your vis it\, you’ll meet a variety of friendly reptiles\, from snakes to lizards\, and even tortoises. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/reptiles-alive-w ith-bobby-g/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Looking for a unique and exciting destinati on for animal lovers? Visit us at Oakton library for a hands-on reptile pe tting zoo experience! Perfect for all ages\, our interactive shows let you get up close and personal with some of the world&rsquo\;s most fascinatin g reptiles.

During your visit\, you&rsquo\;ll meet a variety of fr iendly reptiles\, from snakes to lizards\, and even tortoises.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/reptile s-alive-with-bobby-g/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250718T2318110Z-304110-2173@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T113000 SUMMARY:Cantaré: Mucha Música DESCRIPTION:Experience the many rhythms and unique instruments from differe nt regions of Latin America\, while learning about the Indigenous\, Europe an and African cultures that shaped Latin music. https://christmasinfairfa x.com/event/cantare-mucha-musica/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Experience the many rhythms and uniqu e instruments from different regions of Latin America\, while learning abo ut the Indigenous\, European and African cultures that shaped Latin music.

https://christmasinfairfax .com/event/cantare-mucha-musica/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250718T2315430Z-304110-2172@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T104500 SUMMARY:Little Wiggles Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join us to have fun together with stories\, songs\, fingerplays \, lap bounces\, books and social time for children from birth to 20 month s! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/little-wiggles-storytime/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us to have fun together with sto ries\, songs\, fingerplays\, lap bounces\, books and social time for child ren from birth to 20 \;months!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/little-wiggles-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251111T1446500Z-304110-2250@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000 SUMMARY:Book Festival Featuring Local Authors DESCRIPTION:Come and be a part of a wonderful celebration showcasing local talent! Prepare for a day brimming with stories\, creativity\, and communi ty at the library. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/book-festival-feat uring-local-authors/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come and be a part of a wonderful celebrati on showcasing local talent!

Prepare for a day brimming with storie s\, creativity\, and community at the library.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/book-festival -featuring-local-authors/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251111T0736040Z-304110-2249@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T150000 SUMMARY:Pokémon Card Trade DESCRIPTION:Bring your Pokémon cards to meet\, compete\, and trade with oth er collectors your age! Trivia\, prizes\, coloring\, and more! Ages 7-12. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/pokemon-card-trade/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bring your Poké\;mon cards to \;m eet\, compete\, and trade with \;other collectors your age! \;Triv ia\, \;prizes\, coloring\, and more!

Ages 7-12.

https://christmasinfairf ax.com/event/pokemon-card-trade/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251111T1450290Z-304110-2251@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T111500 SUMMARY:Preschool Music and More DESCRIPTION:It’s a library\, so make some noise! Music makes everything be tter. Reading with rhyme and rhythm – join the fun! Ages 3-5. Registrati on Pre-registration is required. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/pr eschool-music-and-more/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
It&rsquo\;s a library\, so make some noise! \; Music makes everything better. \; Reading with rhyme and rhyth m &ndash\; \;join the fun! \; Ages 3-5.

Registration

Pre-registration is required. \; \;

https://christmasinfairfax.com/even t/preschool-music-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251111T1510400Z-304110-2253@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T130000 SUMMARY:English Conversation Group RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251226;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:Practice your English conversation skills in a friendly and enc ouraging group. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/english-conversation -group-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Practice your English conversation sk ills in a friendly and encouraging group.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/english-conv ersation-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251111T1508140Z-304110-2252@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T153000 SUMMARY:Handbell Concert DESCRIPTION:Pender’s Carillon and Joy Ringers\, directed by Brian Stevenson \, are headed to a local Handbell Festival on November 14–15\, joining ten handbell choirs for an unforgettable musical experience led by renowned c omposer and conductor Jason Krug. Come hear the magic live at the free fin al concert on Saturday\, November 15 at 2:30 PM. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Pender&rsquo\;s Carillon and Joy Ringers\, directed by Brian Stevenson\, are headed to a local Handbell Festival on N ovember 14&ndash\;15\, joining ten handbell choirs for an unforgettable mu sical experience led by renowned composer and conductor Jason Krug.
Come hear the magic live at the free final concert on Saturday\, Novembe r 15 at 2:30 PM.
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251111T1513420Z-304110-2254@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T124500 SUMMARY:Mini Medics DESCRIPTION:Learn about first-aid through activities and crafts! For childr en 5-10. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/mini-medics/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about first-aid through activit ies and crafts! For children 5-10.

h ttps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/mini-medics/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250804T0727110Z-304110-2188@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812 SUMMARY:Get Outside Challenge: Tater Time! RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=7 DESCRIPTION:August 12-18 – Tater Time! Join our potato harvest! Get your ha nds dirty this week and learn about our underground friend\, the potato. h ttps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/get-outside-challenge-tater-time/2025- 08-12/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
August 12-18 &ndash\; Tater Time!&nbs p\;Join our potato harvest! Get your hands dirty this week an d learn about our underground friend\, the potato.

https://christmasinfairfax. com/event/get-outside-challenge-tater-time/2025-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250809T1016050Z-304110-2201@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T120000 SUMMARY:Musical Instrument Petting Zoo DESCRIPTION:Learn about musical instruments in a fun engaging experience th at combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making. Childr en will be invited to an instrument petting zoo\, where they can see\, tou ch\, and try various musical instruments. https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/musical-instrument-petting-zoo-3/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about musical instruments in a fun en gaging experience that combines the joy of reading with the excitement of music-making.

Children will be invited to an instrument petting zo o\, where they can see\, touch\, and try various musical instruments.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/e vent/musical-instrument-petting-zoo-3/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20250804T0724340Z-304110-2187@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906 SUMMARY:Overstock Book Sale RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=12 DESCRIPTION:Stop by Kings Park Library during open hours September 2 throug h September 13 for a special sale of overstocked books by popular authors provided by the Friends of Kings Park Library. Wide range of titles is ava ilable. Stock will be replenished\; so\, come more than once. All proceeds from this sale will directly benefit the Kings Park Library. https://chri stmasinfairfax.com/series/overstock-book-sale/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stop by Kings Park Library during open hour s September 2 through September 13 for a special sale of overstocked books by popular authors provided by the Friends of Kings Park Library.

Wide range of titles is available. Stock will be replenished\; so\, come more than once. All proceeds from this sale will directly benefit the King s Park Library.

https://christmasinfairf ax.com/series/overstock-book-sale/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250906T0916160Z-304110-2214@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T170000 SUMMARY:Main Street Community Band\, “Home for the Holidays” DESCRIPTION:This joyful concert blends timeless masterpieces with fresh new sounds\, from the bold sparkle of Fanfare for the Festival of Lights to t he cozy charm of Sammy Nestico’s A Fireside Christmas. Featuring Alfred Re ed’s epic Greensleeves\, an adventure through a snowy Winterscape\, Shelle y Hanson’s powerful Patapan\, and much more\, we might even get a visit fr om Santa Claus himself before his annual Sleigh Ride! https://christmasinf airfax.com/event/main-street-community-band-home-for-the-holidays/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This joyful concert blends timeless m asterpieces with fresh new sounds\, from the bold sparkle of \; Fanfare for the Festival of Lights \;to the cozy charm of Sammy Nestico&rsquo\;s \;A Fireside Christmas. Featuring Alfred Reed&rsquo\;s epic \;Greensleeves\, an adventure through a snowy \;Winterscape\, Shelley Hanson&rsquo\;s powerful \;Patapan\, and much more\, we might even get a visit fr om Santa Claus himself before his annual \;Sleigh Ride!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/main-street-community-band-home-for-t he-holidays/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251207T1106290Z-304110-2283@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T160000 SUMMARY:Train Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Stop by the information desk for a fun train filled scavenger h unt! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/train-scavenger-hunt-2/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stop by the information desk for a fu n train filled scavenger hunt!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/train-scavenger-hunt-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251207T1102540Z-304110-2282@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T113000 SUMMARY:Breakfast With Santa! DESCRIPTION:Santa Claus is Coming to Town – Join Us for Breakfast With Sant a! Kick off the holiday season with a magical family outing at Henway Hard Cider in Bluemont\, Virginia. Bring the family\, including your pups\, fo r an unforgettable “Breakfast With Santa” event! Don your most festive att ire and enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet featuring classic favori tes like fluffy buttermilk biscuits\, scrambled eggs\, savory sausage\, cr ispy bacon\, fresh fruit\, and your choice of coffee or juice. https://chr istmasinfairfax.com/event/breakfast-with-santa/2025-12-07/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Santa Claus is Comin g to Town &ndash\; Join Us for Breakfast With Santa!

Kick off the holiday season with a magical family outing at Henway Hard Cider in Bluemo nt\, Virginia. Bring the family\, including your pups\, for an unforgettab le &ldquo\;Breakfast With Santa&rdquo\; event! Don your most festive attir e and enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet featuring classic favorite s like fluffy buttermilk biscuits\, scrambled eggs\, savory sausage\, cris py bacon\, fresh fruit\, and your choice of coffee or juice.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/break fast-with-santa/2025-12-07/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251207T1050140Z-304110-2278@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T143000 SUMMARY:Hanukkah Story Time DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Jewish holiday Hanukkah with stories and songs in this all-ages storytime! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/hanukkah- story-time/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about the Jewish holiday Hanukk ah with stories and songs in this all-ages storytime!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/hanukkah-st ory-time/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251207T1052560Z-304110-2279@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T120000 SUMMARY:Holiday Concert with the Harmony Heritage Singers DESCRIPTION:Start your holidays with free live music! The Harmony Heritage Singers\, a men’s barbershop chorus\, presents a concert of traditional Ch ristmas music. The program includes historic melodies like Angels We Have Heard on High and Silent Night\, along with familiar tunes\, such as Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and Jingle Bells\, that express the exci tement and fun of the Christmas season. https://christmasinfairfax.com/eve nt/holiday-concert-with-the-harmony-heritage-singers/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Start your holidays with free live music!
The \;Harmony Heritage Singers\, a men&rsquo\;s barbershop chorus\, pres ents a concert of traditional Christmas music.

The program include s historic melodies like \;Angels We Have Heard on High \ ;and \;Silent Night\, along with familiar tunes\, such as&nbs p\;Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas \;and \;Jin gle Bells\, that express the excitement and fun of the Christmas seas on.

https:/ /christmasinfairfax.com/event/holiday-concert-with-the-harmony-heritage-si ngers/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251207T1057220Z-304110-2280@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T170000 SUMMARY:Concert: The Mount Vernon Varsity Singers DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special holiday performance by The Mount Vernon V arsity Singers! Concert will include full choir pieces\, as well as solos and small ensemble pieces. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/concert-th e-mount-vernon-varsity-singers/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for a special holiday \;perform ance by The Mount Vernon Varsity Singers!

Concert will include ful l choir pieces\, as well as solos and small ensemble pieces.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/ev ent/concert-the-mount-vernon-varsity-singers/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251207T1124080Z-304110-2286@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T150000 SUMMARY:“Merry Swissmas” DESCRIPTION:The Alte Kameraden is the German band of the City of Fairfax Ba nd. Since its founding in 1977 the “Old Comrades” have introduced American audiences to the lush\, spirited festmusik played by Bavarian bands. The ensemble is an authentic “Blaskapelle” wind band that performs the music p layed by alpine village bands. Grab your lederhosen or dirndl dress and co me to this event for classic Bavarian alpine music! https://christmasinfai rfax.com/event/merry-swissmas/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Alte Kameraden is the German band of th e City of Fairfax Band.

Since its founding in 1977 the &ldquo\;Old Comrades&rdquo\; have introduced American audiences to the lush\, spirite d festmusik played by Bavarian bands.

The ensemble is an authentic &ldquo\;Blaskapelle&rdquo\; wind band that performs the music played by a lpine village bands.

Grab your lederhosen or dirndl dress and come to this event for classic Bavarian alpine music!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/merry-swissmas/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251207T1129540Z-304110-2288@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T193000 SUMMARY:Holiday On the Farm RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:Gather your family for an evening of holiday magic on the farm— wagon rides\, crafts\, campfires\, and Santa himself await! Friday and Sat urday\, 19-20\, 4:30-7:30 p.m. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/holid ay-on-the-farm/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Gather your family for an evening of holida y magic on the farm&mdash\;wagon rides\, crafts\, campfires\, and Santa hi mself await!

Friday and Saturday\, 19-20\, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/h oliday-on-the-farm/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251207T1113160Z-304110-2285@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T170000 SUMMARY:Fairfax Saxophone Quartet\, “Holiday Classics” DESCRIPTION:Event: City of Fairfax Holiday Market Location: Fairfax Town Sq uare in Fairfax City Admission: FREE https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ fairfax-saxophone-quartet-holiday-classics/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Event: \;City of Fai rfax Holiday Market
Location: \;Fairfax Town Square in Fairfax City
Admission:&nbs p\;FREE

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fairfax-saxophone-quartet-holiday- classics/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251207T1100030Z-304110-2281@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T203000 SUMMARY:City of Fairfax Band\, “Christmas in Fairfax” DESCRIPTION:This beloved annual concert brings together The City of Fairfax Band and the Fairfax Choral Society for a heartwarming evening of holiday music\, featuring selections from Home Alone\, John Rutter’s jubilant Glo ria\, Hanson’s breathtaking Chorale and Alleluia\, and many more festive f avorites. With a special visit from Santa himself\, this FREE concert is t he perfect way to kick off the holidays for audiences of all ages—just be sure to reserve your tickets early! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/c ity-of-fairfax-band-christmas-in-fairfax/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This beloved annual concert brings together The City of Fairfax Band and the Fairfax Choral Society for a heartwarmin g evening of holiday music\, featuring selections from \;Home Alone\, John Rutter&rsquo\;s jubilant \;Gloria\, Hanson&rsquo\;s breathtaking& nbsp\;Chorale and Alleluia\, and many more festive favorites.

With a special visit from Santa himself\, this FREE concert is the perfect way to kick off the holidays for audiences of all ages&mdash\;just be sure to \;reserve your tickets early!

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ci ty-of-fairfax-band-christmas-in-fairfax/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251207T1126280Z-304110-2287@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T193000 SUMMARY:Holiday On the Farm RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:Gather your family for an evening of holiday magic on the farm— wagon rides\, crafts\, campfires\, and Santa himself await! Fridays and Sa turdays\, December 5-6\, 12-13 or 19-20\, 4:30-7:30 p.m. https://christmas infairfax.com/series/holiday-on-the-farm/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Gather your family for an evening of holida y magic on the farm&mdash\;wagon rides\, crafts\, campfires\, and Santa hi mself await!

Fridays and Saturdays\, December 5-6\, 12-13 or 19-20 \, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

https://chris tmasinfairfax.com/series/holiday-on-the-farm/
CATEGORIES:Holiday UID:20251207T1110230Z-304110-2284@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T164500 SUMMARY:Cantaré: ¡Mucha Música! DESCRIPTION:Cantaré leads a highly interactive performance open for all age s to sing and dance while experiencing many rhythms and unique instruments . Learn about the Indigenous\, European and African cultures that shaped L atin music\, and play the instruments. https://christmasinfairfax.com/even t/cantare-mucha-musica/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Cantaré\; leads a highly interactive performance open for all ages to sing and dance while experiencing many rh ythms and unique instruments.

Learn about the Indigenous\, Europea n and African cultures that shaped Latin music\, and play the instruments.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ca ntare-mucha-musica/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251001T1158030Z-304110-2233@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T113000 SUMMARY:American Culture RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251217;BYDAY=WE DESCRIPTION:What do you say after you talk about the weather? This class wi ll help the English Language Learner improve their English\, while learnin g about this new country. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/american-c ulture/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
What do you say after you talk about the we ather?

This class will help the English Language Learner improve t heir English\, while learning about this new country.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/american-culture/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1151250Z-304110-2231@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000 SUMMARY:Celebration of the Arts RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:Capital One Center Celebration of the Arts\, presented with Tep hra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA)\, is a two-day outdoor fest ival happening October 4–5\, 2025\, in the heart of Tysons\, VA. Designed for all ages\, this immersive event transforms the streets of Capital One Center into a multi-block celebration of the arts— featuring interactive i nstallations\, hands-on workshops\, live music\, and culinary experiences for every generation. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/celebration-of- the-arts/2025-10-04/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Capital One Center Celebration of the Arts\, presented with \;Tephra Institute of Contemporary Art (Tephra ICA)\, is a two-day outdoor festival happening October 4&ndash\ ;5\, 2025\, in the heart of Tysons\, VA. Designed for all ages\, this imme rsive event transforms the streets of Capital One Center into a multi-bloc k celebration of the arts&mdash\; featuring interactive installations\, ha nds-on workshops\, live music\, and culinary experiences for every generat ion.

https:// christmasinfairfax.com/event/celebration-of-the-arts/2025-10-04/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1209270Z-304110-2234@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T200000 SUMMARY:Watercolor 101: Composition DESCRIPTION:Learn to paint with watercolors. Accomplished artist Anne Heisi ng is back to teach watercolor techniques. Learn how to plan and locate th e major elements in your painting. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/wa tercolor-101-composition/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn to paint with watercolors. Accomplish ed artist Anne Heising is back to teach watercolor techniques.

Lea rn how to plan and locate the major elements in your painting.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/watercol or-101-composition/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1222080Z-304110-2236@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T130000 SUMMARY:One-on-One Technology Help RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251031;BYDAY=TH DESCRIPTION:Do you need help with technology? Our volunteers can answer que stions and help with basic troubleshooting\, such as setting up email acco unts\, creating a word document\, searching the internet\, accessing your photos\, installing apps and using your phone or other devices. https://ch ristmasinfairfax.com/event/one-on-one-technology-help-3/2025-10-02/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Do you need help with technology? Our volunteers can answer questions and help with basic troubleshooting\, suc h as setting up email accounts\, creating a word document\, searching the internet\, accessing your photos\, installing \;apps \;and \;u sing your \;phone or other devices.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/one-o n-one-technology-help-3/2025-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1213020Z-304110-2235@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000 SUMMARY:Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus of North America DESCRIPTION:The bandura\, a heavy-bodied string instrument native to Ukrain e\, has many international analogs\, including the Turkish oud\, the Europ ean mandolin\, the African banjo and the Venezuelan bandola. In its native country\, centuries of historical significance and stacks of original com positions have enshrined the bandura as a national treasure. The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus can trace its beginnings directly to 1902\, when ethnogr apher Hnat Khotkevych formed the first UBC orchestra. A devoted core group of 17 musicians saw the ensemble through World War II\, ensuring that the collective would continue to tour under the Chorus umbrella for well over a century. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ukrainian-bandurist-choru s-of-north-america/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The bandura\, a heavy-bodied string instrum ent native to Ukraine\, has many international analogs\, including the Tur kish oud\, the European mandolin\, the African banjo and the Venezuelan ba ndola.

In its native country\, centuries of historical significanc e and stacks of original compositions have enshrined the bandura as a nati onal treasure. The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus can trace its beginnings dir ectly to 1902\, when ethnographer Hnat Khotkevych formed the first UBC orc hestra.

A devoted core group of 17 musicians saw the ensemble thro ugh World War II\, ensuring that the collective would continue to tour und er the Chorus umbrella for well over a century.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/ukrain ian-bandurist-chorus-of-north-america/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251001T1346520Z-304110-2237@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T170000 SUMMARY:Let’s Play Board Games! DESCRIPTION:Enjoy board games\, puzzles\, chess and card games. Bring your own friends and games or make new friends while paying the games we have a vailable. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/lets-play-board-games/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Enjoy board games\, puzzles\, chess and car d games.

Bring your own friends and games or make new friends whil e paying the games we have available.

h ttps://christmasinfairfax.com/event/lets-play-board-games/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1351510Z-304110-2239@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000 SUMMARY:FCPL Fix-It Clinic DESCRIPTION:Have a broken or damaged item you’ve been looking to get repair ed but it’s too costly or inconvenient? Bring it by a Fairfax County Publi c Library Fix-It Clinic on Saturday\, October 4 from 1-5 p.m. We will have fixers skilled in various types of repairs available to help you bring yo ur items back to life for FREE! https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fcpl- fix-it-clinic/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Have a broken or damaged item you&rsquo\;ve been looking to get repaired but it&rsquo\;s too costly or inconvenient?
Bring it by a Fairfax County Public Library Fix-It Clinic on Satur day\, October 4 from 1-5 p.m. We will have fixers skilled in various types of repairs available to help you bring your items back to life for FREE!
https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/fcpl- fix-it-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1349140Z-304110-2238@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T153000 SUMMARY:Chantilly’s Close-KNIT Community RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20260322;BYDAY=SU DESCRIPTION:Chantilly’s Close-KNIT Community knitting group invites knitter s of all levels to bring in a project\, chat with fellow knitting enthusia sts\, and learn from each other during this weekly get together. https://c hristmasinfairfax.com/series/chantillys-close-knit-community/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Chantilly&rsquo\;s Close-KNIT Communi ty knitting group invites knitters of all levels to bring in a project\, c hat with fellow knitting enthusiasts\, and learn from each other during th is weekly get together.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/chantillys-close-knit-commu nity/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20260103T1227120Z-304110-2289@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T173000 SUMMARY:Simple Science: STEAM Activities DESCRIPTION:Come to Oakton library for engaging STEAM activities that are h ands-on and fun! STEAM education encourage students to think more broadly about real-world problems. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/simple-sc ience-steam-activities/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come to Oakton library for engaging S TEAM activities that are hands-on and fun! \; \;STEAM education&nb sp\;encourage students to think more broadly about real-world problems.

https://christmasinfairf ax.com/event/simple-science-steam-activities/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250831T2239590Z-304110-2211@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T174500 SUMMARY:Chess Club RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251205;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:Join us every other Friday for a super-fun\, high-energy chess experience in which kids celebrate new chess tactics and skills with their peers and two experienced teen coaches. https://christmasinfairfax.com/ev ent/chess-club/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us every other Friday for a supe r-fun\, high-energy chess experience in which kids celebrate \;new che ss tactics and skills with their peers and two experienced teen coaches.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/c hess-club/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20250831T2237430Z-304110-2210@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T213000 SUMMARY:A Christmas Kaleidoscope of Bronze DESCRIPTION:Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for the 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on -line and at the door. This concert at St. Mark Catholic Church is Free wi th a free-will donation. https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/a-christmas- kaleidoscope-of-bronze/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bronze Unlimited has 2 concert cycles for t he 2025-2026 season. Most of our performances are open to the public with tickets available on-line and at the door.

This concert at St. Mar k Catholic Church is Free with a free-will donation.

https://christmasinfairfax.com/event/a-christma s-kaleidoscope-of-bronze/
CATEGORIES:Music UID:20251201T2140300Z-304110-2263@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T125559Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T114500 SUMMARY:Library Playdate RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20251008;BYDAY=WE DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, & playtime and make new friends! For babies and toddlers from birth to 2 years of age with caregiv er. https://christmasinfairfax.com/series/library-playdate/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, & \; playtime and make new friends!

For babies and toddlers from bir th to 2 years of age with caregiver.

https: //christmasinfairfax.com/series/library-playdate/
CATEGORIES:Local Events UID:20251001T1154210Z-304110-2232@localendar.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR

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