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Cupcakes Anyone?
If you haven't been to Cupcakes Acutally located in Fairfax Corner, boy have you missed out! Their weekly cupcake lineup features an exquisite variety of gourmet flavors. Using personally-crafted recipes using local and premium ingredients, their cupcakes are made fresh from scratch daily. Click on the link to the right to find out more.
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11944 Grand Commons Avenue
Fairfax, VA
571-522-6315
June 5th through June 6th
Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7 - Celebrate Fairfax
Enjoy rides, concerts, performing arts, exhibits, food and fireworks.
Where: Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VAWhen: Friday, 6 p.m. to midnight; Saturday, 10 a.m. to midnight; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Who: Everyone!How: Purchase tickets. Advance adult ticket purchases provide a 25 percent discount on regular admissions tickets.Cost: $10 (ages 11 and up); $8 (age 55 and up and active military with ID); $5 (ages 3-10); and free (ages 2 and under). Carnival rides are not included in the general admission price.For more info: 703-324-3247 or www.celebratefairfax.com
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Saturday, June 6 through Saturday, August 15 - Family Fun at the Mill
Crank ice cream and then taste a sample, tour the mill, visit farm animals and play old-fashioned games.
Where: Colvin Run Mill
10017 Colvin Run Rd.
Great Falls, VAWhen: Every Saturday until August 15 12:00 - 3:00 pmWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: $6.00 adults; $4.00 seniors and childrenFor more info: 703-759-2771
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June 5th through June 10th
Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7 - If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
An imaginative story about a boy who gives a needy mouse a cookie.
Where: Atlas Performing Arts Center
1333 H St. NE
Washington, DCWhen: 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday
11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Saturday
1:30 and 4 p.m. SundayWho: Ages 3 and olderHow: Purchase ticketsCost: $15, $12 ages 16 and underFor more info: 202-399-7993
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Saturday, June 6 - Fairfax City, 5K Walk, Run and One-Mile Kid's Fun Run
Activities for kids during and after the race, prizes and refreshments.
Where: Daniels Run Elementary School
3705 Old Lee Highway
Fairfax, VAWhen: Kid's fun run begins 8:00 a.m.. 5K runs begins at 8:30 a.m..Who: Whoever wants to runHow: Register by calling 703-298-8686 or register at raceCost: Advanced registration $26.00 5K race; $12 1-mile run. Race day registration $30 5K race; $15 one-mile runFor more info: 703-298-8686
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Saturday, June 6 - Sing-Along With Miss Belle
Songs and hugs for everyone.
Where: Reston Regional Library
11925 Bowman Towne Dr.
Reston, VAWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Birth-5 with adultHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 703-689-2700
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Saturday, June 6 - Butterflies in Our Backyard
Did you know Oakton Library has a butterfly garden? Join a park naturalist to learn about these beautiful creatures. Perhaps you'll even see some in their garden.
Where: Oakton Library
10304 Lynnhaven Place
Oakton, VAWhen: 11:00 AMWho: 6-10How: Register by calling 703-242-4020Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-242-4020
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Saturday, June 6 - Read to the Dog
Read aloud to a trained therapy dog.
Where: Pohick Regional Library
6450 Sydenstricker Rd.
Burke, VAWhen: 1:00; 1:15; 1:30 and 1:45 PMWho: Age 6-12How: Register by calling 703-644-7333Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-644-7333
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Saturday, June 6 through Sunday, June 7 - Celebration of Textiles Day
Explore handmade textiles and fiber art through performances, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Where: Textile Museum
2320 S St. NW,
Washington, DCWhen: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, June 6
1-5 p.m. Sunday, June 7Who: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 202-667-0441
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Saturday, June 6 through Sunday, June 7 - DanceAfrica DC 2009
With dance, music, food, visual art, clothing, crafts and an African Marketplace, the festival is an experience in African diaspora and its importance to this city.
Where: Dance Place
3225 8th St. NE
Washington, DCWhen: 3:00 - 8:00 pmWho: EveryoneHow: Purchase tickets atCost: $25-$30For more info: 202-269-1600
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Saturday, June 6 - The Kennedys present The Snacks
The Snacks, in the guise of ringleaders Pete and Maura Kennedy, have been entertaining kids for over ten years. All of their songs involve the audience as singers, dancers, and sometimes spontaneous songwriters, and the show always ends with a runaway conga line snaking around the venue. It's rock'n'roll mayhem at it's finest, and this year, other members of The Strangelings may be joining in on the action!
Where: Jammin Java
227 Maple Ave., East
Vienna, VAWhen: 11:00 amWho: EveryoneHow: Purchase ticketsCost: $8.00For more info: 703-255-1566
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Saturday, June 6 - McLean Puppet Show
"Tales of a Mysterious Land". an interactive puppet workshop follows the performance; children will build an articulated puppet from stickets, string beads. paper and gule (participants must be able to color, glue and cut well with scissors).
Where: McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave.
McLean, VAWhen: Puppet show 2:00 pm; workshop 3:30 pmWho: Ages 4 and olderHow: Just show upCost: Show $12.00, McLean residents $8.00; workshop $8.00For more info: 703-339-0123
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Monday, June 8 - Preschool Storytime
us for storytime and activities.
Where: Reston Regional Library
11925 Bowman Towne Dr.
Reston, VAWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Age 3-5 with adultHow: Register by calling 703-689-2700Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-689-2700
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Monday, June 8 - Bedtime Stories: Under the Stars
Join us for stories under the stars.
Where: Pohick Regional Library
6450 Sydenstricker Rd.
Burke, VAWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Age 3-6 with adultHow: Register by calling 703-644-7333Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-644-7333
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Tuesday, June 9 - Chess Club
Learn to play chess.
Where: Woodrow Wilson Library
6101 Knollwood Drive
Falls Church, VAWhen: 3:30 PMWho: Age 6-12How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 703-820-8774
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Tuesday, June 9 - Lighters and Matches Are Tools for Grownups Only
A puppet show presented by the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department that focuses on fire safety. Participants will receive a helmet, activity book and parent brochure.
Where: Lorton Library
9520 Richmond Highway
Lorton, VAWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Age 3-5 with adultHow: Register by calling 703-339-7385Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-339-7385
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Wednesday, June 10 - Fun in the Sun Storytime
Get ready for summer with stories and songs.
Where: Herndon Fortnightly Library
768 Center St.
Herndon, VAWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Age 2-5 with adultHow: Register by calling 703-437-8855Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-437-8855
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Wednesday, June 10 - Small Wonders
Stories and activities.
Where: Centreville Regional Library
14200 St. Germain Dr.
Centreville, VAWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Age 13-23 months with adultHow: Registration is not required; tickets will be distributed beginning at 10:30 on June 10; first come, first served.Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-830-2223
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June 5th through June 10th
Friday, June 5 - Pokemon League
Learn and play.
Where: Patrick Henry Library
101 Maple Ave. East
Vienna, VAWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Age 5-18How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: 703-938-0405
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Tuesday, June 9 - Fairfax Anime
Come watch anime and discuss your favorite anime and manga. Snacks provided.
Where: City of Fairfax Regional Library
10360 North Street
Fairfax, VAWhen: 6:30 PMWho: Age 12 - 18.How: Register by calling 703-293-6227Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-293-6227
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Wednesday, June 10 - Teen Book Chat
Mother-daughter book discussion group. Call branch to register and for book title.
Where: Kings Park Library
9000 Burke Lake Rd.
Burke, VAWhen: 7:30 PMWho: Age 12-16 with adultHow: Register by calling 703-978-5600Cost: FreeFor more info: 703-978-5600
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July 6th through November 3rd
Monday, July 6 through Friday, July 10 - Pirate Summer Camp
Join us on a voyage to learn about the life of a pirate, taught by our Captain: Maren Hoover, an infamous pirate and reading and writing specialist at Speech Therapists of Old Town. We'll find buried treasures, create our own pirate flags, play games, and sing some pirate songs. Throw in some tall tales and a bit of real history and we promise you'll have a wonderful adventure.
Where: Horray for Books
1555 King St., Ste. 101,
Alexandria, VAWhen: July 6-10Who: 1st and 2d gradersHow: Register by calling 703-548-4092Cost: $150For more info: For more information call 703-548-4092, or call Speech Therapists of Old Town at 703-535-7841.
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Tuesday, November 3 - Miley Cyrus 2009 North american tour
Tickets go on sale next week for Miley Cyrus 2009 North American Tour
Where: Verizon Center
601 F Street, NW
Washington, DCWhen: American Express® Pre-Sale 6/10 at 10:00 AM
On-sale to the General Public 6/13 at 10:00 AMWho: Hannah Montanna fans!How: Purchase tickets or call 1-800-745-3000Cost: Ticket prices range from $39.50 – 79.50 plus fees and applicable service chargesFor more info: Tickets for the Verizon Center show go on sale Saturday, June 13 at 10:00 a.m. ONLY THROUGH www.ticketmaster.com or via Phonecharge at 202-397-SEAT, 703-573-SEAT and 410-547-SEAT. Tickets will not be sold at the box office or additional Ticketmaster outlets. There will be a four ticket limit per household.
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Macaroni Moms
What's Hot for Teacher....
School's Almost Out for Summer! And instead of getting the usual apple-shaped mug or "Best Teacher" magnet, here are some gift ideas that teachers will really love.
1 - Personalized notepads and stationery. What teacher doesn't love to get an adorable notepad with their name on it. Perfect to send home notes to tell you how great your child is! Check out www.scriptandscribble.com for a great selection of personalized notepads, paperweights, and stamps.
2 - Gift cards. Every year, teachers spend hundreds of dollars decorating and stocking up ...
1 - Personalized notepads and stationery. What teacher doesn't love to get an adorable notepad with their name on it. Perfect to send home notes to tell you how great your child is! Check out www.scriptandscribble.com for a great selection of personalized notepads, paperweights, and stamps.
2 - Gift cards. Every year, teachers spend hundreds of dollars decorating and stocking up ...
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Honey Corn
This is a yummy sweat treat for the entire family! And no guessing on the ingredients!
6 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup butter or margarine
6 cups popped popcorn
1 cup peanuts
Melt honey and butter in microwave until melted and blended. Let cool. Mix peanuts and popcorn; pour honey mixture over and stir till coated. Spread in single layer in shallow baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes. Stir several times during baking. Watch closely so it doesn't burn. Store in airtight container.
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Marble Magnets for Dad
Make dad a bunch of magnets with his little ones faces! Great for home or office and be sure to pick funny and smiley pics....such a great treat.
You will need: (all can be found in craft store)
Head shots of your kids
1/2" and 3/4" round (strong) magnets
1/2" and 3/4" clear flat glass marbles
Silicon sealer glue
Use a magnet to make a template for your pic. A piece or heavy stock paper or cardboard works best. Cut out the circles as cleanly ...
Healthy Macaroni Kids
Pick your own Fruits and Veggies
In last week's newsletter I talked about being a "Locavore", getting fruits and veggies from your local area.
My sister-in-law Jackie told me about this website, http://www.pickyourown.org/VAnorthern.htm where you can find a "pick your own" farm near you. With all the studies coming out about getting your produce from local farms and farmers markets, this link is a great place to start.