November

Publisher Recommended Events in Red

Birding By The Bay - Saturdays, November 10:30 - 11:30 am. Join this walk to look for songbirds, waterfowl, and of course bald eagles! Meet at the Bay View Trailhead. Mason Neck State Park is located at 7301 High Point Road, Lorton, VA, 22079. For questions, directions, or more information, call Mason Neck State Park at (703) 339-2385 or (703) 339-2380.

Autumn Amble - Saturdays, November 1:00 - 2:00 pm.  Join this guided walk as our fall foliage transforms  and the wildlife prepares for the up coming winter at Mason Neck State Park. Meet at Bay vew Trailhead. Mason Neck State Park is located at 7301 High Point Road, Lorton, VA, 22079. For questions, directions, or more information, call Mason Neck State Park at (703) 339-2385 or (703) 339-2380.

Got Butter? - Sundays, November 12:00 - 1:00 pm Come make and eat delicious fresh butter with us.  You'll love the pure creamy taste, just like George Mason's family might have enjoyed. Meet in Picnic Area. Mason Neck State Park is located at 7301 High Point Road, Lorton, VA, 22079. For questions, directions, or more information, call Mason Neck State Park at (703) 339-2385 or (703) 339-2380.

Feathers and Furs  - Sundays, November 2:00 - 3:00 pm. Check out real furs, skulls and more of animals that live in the park.  Meet at Picnic Area. Mason Neck State Park is located at 7301 High Point Road, Lorton, VA, 22079. For questions, directions, or more information, call Mason Neck State Park at (703) 339-2385 or (703) 339-2380.

Majestic Eagles -  Saturdays and Sundays,  4:00 - 5:00 pm.  Look for majestic Bald Eagles with us and find out about their fascinating lives.  Can you tell an eagle from an osprey in the distance? We'll show you how.  Binoculars and spotting scope available for your use.  Meet at Visitor Center. Mason Neck State Park is located at 7301 High Point Road, Lorton, VA, 22079. For questions, directions, or more information, call Mason Neck State Park at (703) 339-2385 or (703) 339-2380.

 

17 Young Explorer - American Indians, Learn about the American Indians who lived in this area 500 years ago through a discussion, an activity and a walk through Huntley Meadows Park Monday, from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Reservations required. Canceled if rain. This program is suited for children ages six to eight. The cost is $3 per child. To reserve, call 703-768-2525.

18 “CyberLibraries.” Tuesday at 1:00 pm The meeting of the Mount Vernon Genealogical Society will feature the presentation by Sandy Clunies. Learn how to locate catalogs and content from ever expanding sources of millions of pages and images of original documents and books. The Hollin Hall Senior Center is located just off Fort Hunt Road at 1500 Shenandoah Road in the Mount Vernon Area. Additional information about the meeting and MVGS can be found at http://www.MVGenealogy.org/. Any questions should be directed to Harold McClendon at 703-360-0920 or haroldm@erols.com.

18 Charles Castleman Violin Master Class, Tuesday, November 18, 6:30 pm Free, suitable for string students of all ages. Charles Castleman, one of the world's foremost violinists and pedagogues, will hold a violin master class. Castleman is chair of the Eastman School of Music's string department and has conducted master classes from London to Tokyo. An internationally acclaimed recording artist, the former child prodigy has been soloist with U.S. orchestras from New York City to San Francisco and with international orchestras from Moscow to Seoul. www.charlescastleman.com Location: The Lyceum, (703-838-4994) 201 S. Washington Street, Alexandria. Contact:  James Batts at 410-727-1207 or Schuppanzigh@aol.com

19 Presentation: Author Bavid Baldacci Sunday, 2 - 4 p.m For his support of literacy in Virginia the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is presenting its Community Service Award. Mr. Baldacci will be signing his books which will be for sale. Fans of David’s books are asked to bring a new or gently used book to donate to the Feeding Body & Mind program; to learn more about
this program as well as David’s foundation visit www.wishyouwellfoundation.org or www.feedingbodyandmind.com. Event also includes docent-led tours of Woodlawn and will support historic preservation, literacy, and other educational and patriotic causes; historian Brian Hilton will interpret Tobias Lear, George Washington's secretary and tutor for Nelly Custis; $30. Woodlawn Plantation, 9000 Richmond Highway, Alexandria. Event is rain or shine. For tickets and more information see www.NellyCustisDAR.memberlodge.org.

21 Annual Fine Art and Craft Bazaar, Friday,  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Local Artists and Crafters will sell their quality handmade work.   Homemade Bake goods for sale.
Silent Auction   Lorton Senior Center, 7722 Gunston Plaza Lorton, 703-550-7195

21, 22, 23 Beauty and the Beast Friday and Saturday performances are 7:30 pm and Sunday performances are 3:00 pm.  Mount Vernon Community Children's Theatre at Carl Sandburg Middle School auditorium, 8428 Fort Hunt Road, Tickets $10 adults and $8 children and seniors can be purchased at the door, online at www.mvcct.org, or by calling (703) 360-0686.  All seats are reserved, book early for best seating.

23 Potluck and Hanging of the Greens. Sunday, Nov. 23, 12:15pm, This is when the historical church will be decorated for the Christmas season.  Festivities begin after the 11am worship service with a potluck luncheon followed by decorating the church. The church is located at 8616 Silverbrook Road, Lorton.  703.690-4159

23 Scottish Singer, songwriter Jim Malcolm, Sunday at 8pm at the Lyceum, Sunspot web site: www.sunspotpro.com.

Chanticleer - A Chanticleer Christmas
November 29, 2008 at 8:00 pm
November 30, 2008 at 2:00 pm
This spectacular and elegant holiday concert is a beloved tradition at the Center for the Arts. Chanticleer is renowned for its flawless technique, featuring a pure, radiant sound that fills the concert hall with rapturous melody and crystal-clear articulation. This enchanting performance of holiday music includes a program that mingles Medieval and Renaissance music with American Spirituals, 13th century motets and favorite Christmas carols.

December

5,6 Aszure Barton & Artists is an organization dedicated to the growth of artists and production of contemporary dance performance. 7:00pm Barton's dance troupe performs a world premier dance installation as part of a joint partnership with the Baryshnikov Dance Foundation. Barton has earned the distinguished reputation of producing striking choreography for stage and film. Her works have toured to Europe, Brazil, Argentina, Asia, Africa, Canada, and the United States. The dance installation will be held in the Workhouse's Gallery W-16, 2nd Floor. For more information about Azure Barton & Artists visit www.aszurebarton.com

Virginia Opera - The Elixir of Love
December 5, 2008 at 8:00 pm
December 6, 2008 at 2:00 pm
Donizetti’s intoxicating romantic comedy follows the efforts of the hapless farmer boy Nemorino to win the object of his desires, Adina, the prettiest belle in town. His heart aching with love unrequited, and desperate for an advantage over her current debonair suitor, Sergeant Belcore, the young farmer buys a powerful love potion from the traveling cure-all “Doctor” Dulcamara. His luck begins to change instantly. If only he knew that his newfound success in romance has more to do with Adina’s true feelings than the “magic” elixir! Sung in Italian with English supertitles. GMU

6 a Caroling session at the Bar-B-Que pit, Saturday, at 6 p.m. Silverbrook United Methodist Church invites the Lorton community to join them at the Bar-B-Que pit - hot dogs and hot chocolate will be provided.  Please bring goodies to share, 8616 Silverbrook Road, Lorton   703.690.4159  

9 Federation Meeting Change 7:30 pm at the Lorton Workhouse Art Center, 9601 Ox Road in the Gallery on the second floor. 25th anniversary of the Federation of Lorton Communities and tribute to Marcia Hanson.

12 New Orleans Jazz Orchestra - Home for the Holidays at 8:00 pm, Irvin Mayfield, Artistic Director 
Irvin Mayfield, Grammy-nominated trumpeter, composer and the Cultural Ambassador for the City of New Orleans, leads the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra in a festive holiday program that evokes the wonderful sounds and celebratory joie de vivre of their beloved city. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, this spirited 16-piece band became a beacon for the rich cultural traditions of a troubled city. The ensemble performs holiday classics in the tradition of New Orleans jazz. The program includes blues, swing, spirituals, and a crowd-pleasing Ellington arrangement of the Nutcracker Suite. GMU

13 Leahy - A Celtic Christmas at 8:00 pm
Get into the Christmas spirit with this spellbinding Canadian octet of brothers and sisters. Described by the Buffalo News as “fresh, vibrant, and engaging,” Leahy has captured countless fans with compelling fiddle-driven music, meticulous step dancing, and captivating vocals. The best-selling group explores its Irish and Scottish roots while demonstrating its formidable musical prowess and ferocious dancing, performing a mix of Celtic medleys and traditional Christmas carols.

14 Fairfax Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Pops at 3:00 pm
Make our tradition your tradition! A selection of holiday favorites featuring the Fairfax Choral Society and the W.T. Woodson High School Select Vocal Ensemble.
Revel in this heart-warming and uplifting evening of joyous music as the massed chorus and orchestra play favorite carols and popular holiday songs. At the concert, in conjunction with Fairfax County's Office of Partnerships, we will collect books, scarves, hats, and gloves or mittens for needy children.

20 Merriment and Inspiration: OBCO and New Dominion Choraliers Saturday, December 20, 2008 at 8pmDr. A. J. Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge. http://www.obco.org www.newdominionchoraliers.org