Activities going on in the area.

This is a thread I would like to start for those who know of anything fun going on in the area. Kid, family or adult related.

For anyone interested, tomorrow night up in Leesburg at Tuscarora Mill there will be a great beer/food pairing dinner by my friend Hugh Sisson of Clipper City Brewing in Baltimore. Please do go if you would be interested, excellent beer I know for sure. http://tuskie.fatcow.com/Tuskies/index.html
http://www.ccbeer.com/

At Desiderio on June 25th they are having a Beer/Cigar/Food dinner with Devin Arloski from Dogfish Head Brewery, and being hosted by Cork and Fork in Gainesville. http://www.corkandforkva.com/index.php...

Virginia Gateway in Gainesville host a "Little Tots Summer Fun Series" the second or first Wednesday of the month from 10:30-11:30am down on Atlas Walk.
http://www.vagateway.com/images/popup_images/...

"Reptiles of the Piedmont" at Backyard Boutique on June 11th at 7pm.
http://www.vagateway.com/images/pdf/backyardb...

Anyone who has a dog and has wanted a place to let them run will be glad to know a dog park is in the plans at Vint Hill. This would be open to anyone in the area. Please help support this project so we can have a place to let the dogs have some fun and give owners some time to socialize. The faster the funds are raised the sooner this can open and become a reality. http://piedmontdogs.com/

Some Stuff at Sky Meadows State Park:
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.s...
Saturday, June 6
Lacing, Past and Present from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Learn about “tatting” and the history of lacing with the Piedmont Lace Guild. There will be a kids’ activity and hands-on activities for adults.
Full Moon Walk from 7:30 to 8:45 PM. Hike up to the Piedmont Overlook to view the full moon. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes and a wind-proof jacket.(1½ miles, moderate) Fee:$3/person
Sunday, June 7
Music in the Park from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. Join the Fauquier Community Band as they perform marches and tunes from Broadway and the movies.
Old-Fashioned Toys and Games from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. How did children have fun in the 1800s without video games? Make an old-fashioned pinwheel to take home. All ages welcome.$2 material fee
Saturday, June 13
Habitat Hunt: Field Foray from 10:30 AM to Noon. Explore the fields of the park with a master naturalist to discover the diversity of plants and animals that live here. Fee:$2/person
Civil War Encampment from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Get a glimpse of the daily life of a Confederate soldier with the 21st Georgia Regiment.
Life on the Farm from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Watch as history comes to life and join volunteers in historic attire as they make bread and butter and cook on the hearth in the log cabin.
Astronomy for Everyone from 8:30 to 11:00 PM. Find out about U.S. space research, take a sky tour, and look for deep space objects through large telescopes. If the sky is cloudy, only the NASA/JPL program will be presented and the gates will close at 10:00 PM. Bring your children ½ hour early for a special “Junior Astronomer” activity. Parking:$5/vehicle.
Sunday, June 14
Civil War Encampment (See June 13)
Kids’ Stuff: Swing into Space from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Bring your youngster for a fun-filled program of stories, games and crafts. Today’s theme will be on astronomy and space exploration. Fee:$2.00/child
Saturday, June 20
Garbage or Gold? From 10:30 AM to Noon. Join Master Gardener Lynn Hoffmann to learn how to start your own compost pile and get directions to make a compost bin.
You Can Get There from Here I from 10:30 AM to Noon. Learn how to navigate with a GPS unit and find out what the excitement over geocaching is all about. Fee:$3/person
Backyard Gardening from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. We often think we need to plant our vegetables and herbs in the spring. Join Master Gardener Paula Brownlee to learn about vegetables and herbs that can be planted in June and July for picking in the fall--and even into the winter!
Flutter By, Butterfly from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Look for butterflies with volunteer naturalist Scott Baron. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes.(2 miles) Fee:$2/person
Sunday, June 21
Celtic Music at “Skye Farm” from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Admire the view and enjoy the music of the Winchester Celtic Circle as they practice 16th and 17th century Scottish, Irish and Shetland tunes.
Tyke Hike: I Hear a Deer! From 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Bring your tyke for a walk around the park to discover some hidden and not-so-hidden treasures. Fee:$2/child
Saturday, June 27
The Great American Backyard Campout from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Celebrate nature and the great outdoors! If you’ve always wanted to go camping but weren’t sure where to start, here’s your chance to learn. Get sneak previews of our Family Outdoor Adventure Programs. Demonstrations on hiking, camping, backpacking, orienteering will be presented in partnership with Blue Ridge Mountain Sports of Warrenton, Virginia. Traditional campfire with hot dogs and s’mores from 1:00-5:00 PM
Sunday, June 28
Wildlife of Sky Meadows from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Look at some fur, skulls, and skeletons of wildlife that live in and around Sky Meadows and meet some live wildlife up close. Play some games to learn what it’s like to be a wild animal.

We love Sky Meadows for a family outing/ hike/ picnic. Now stop telling every one else about it!

I would like to get in touch with somebody who can help with host family.My daughter Paulina,who is 16,is coming to Gainesville from Lithuania.She will attend The Rock High School.Paulina does not have any bad habits and she is both a communicative girl and a good basketball player.
Thank you beforehand

Virginija wrote:

I would like to get in touch with somebody who can help with host family.My daughter Paulina,who is 16,is coming to Gainesville from Lithuania.She will attend The Rock High School.Paulina does not have any bad habits and she is both a communicative girl and a good basketball player.
Thank you beforehand

Not sure I have ever heard of The Rock High School, are you sure you mean Gainesville, Virginia? I can try to help you if she is coming to Virginia.

Celebrate Fairfax! Festival 2009
Jun 5, 2009 - Jun 7, 2009
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA
Admission
$12 Adults,$5 Children ages 3-10, ages 2 & under Free,$8 Seniors/Military

Celebrate Fairfax! is held annually on the second weekend after Memorial Day. Virginia’s largest annual community-wide celebration features live entertainment including a variety of music, children’s activities, a community market place, a laser show and fireworks. This year’s festival will include award-winning programs such as the innovative SciTech Center, ExxonMobil Children’s Avenue, the KidWay MidWay, the all new Better Living Expo, the Amusement of America Carnival, and more.
Kids under ten will enjoy carnival rides, a petting zoo, kids’ climbing wall, a children’s stage, a model-train exhibit, and other fun activities.
2009 performances include BLUES TRAVELER, PHIL VASSAR, THE FIXX, TONE LOC, NAUGHTY BY NATURE, and the SUGAR HILL GANG.

Fireworks will be displayed on both Friday and Saturday night at 9:15 p.m.

www.celebratefairfax.org/ or
www.celebratefairfax.com/

Virginia Renaissance Faire:
On the weekends til June 14th. 10am-4pm
Ages 6 and up $7, 5 and under are free.
Lake Anna Winery
5621 Courthouse Road
Spotsylvania, VA
This coming weekend's theme is Celtic Heritage, June 6-7.

http://www.varf.org/index.html

not Virginia ut Florida

Oyster and Brew Fest - June 6th, Wegmans Gainesville

Get your ticket now and come spend a couple of happy hours on our outdoor patio eating great oysters from Virginia, Maryland, and New York and the beers that go so well with them. Our special guests are the brewers from the Flying Dog Brewing Company; http://www.flyingdogales.com/Default.aspx , they'll be talking beer-making, beer-pairing, and microbrews. Join us on the patio Saturday night!(Fun date idea or bring the gang from work!)

Where: Lake Manassas Wegmans; outdoor patio (weather permitting)
Time and date: June 6, 4-6PM

All-you-can-eat oysters and amazing beer pairings for only
$25 per person! Tickets available at the Customer Service Desk; quantities are limited, register now.

Note: You must be 21 years of age or older to attend this event.

The Marketplace at Madison Crescent is hosting outdoor movie nights the next 3 months. On June 18th is "Kung Fu Panda", July 16th is "Over the Hedge", and August 13th is "Monster House". If any of these dates are rainouts, then the movie will show the following Tuesday. Movies are free, bring a lawn chair or blanket.

http://www.madisoncrescent.com/News/Madison_C...

Come on everyone. I know other's of you must know of some things going on.

Fireworks for the 4th of July

http://www.greatmeadow.org/Events/4thofJuly/t...

A whole bunch of stuff happening this weekend in Fauquier County. Stuff at wineries, movies on the sides of barns, parades, 1st Friday Warrenton and lots more.
http://www.visitfauquier.com/upcomingevents_J...

Fourth of July Guide from InsideNOVA: http://www.insidenova.com/isn/news/local/arti...

Wow, this is great info Vint Hill Guy! As I just came across this thread, I hope you continue to post. And if I know of anything going on in the area, I'll post as well. Thanks again!