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Saturday, July 4 - Fireworks on the Mall
Every year hundreds of thousands of people set out their blankets and chairs in America's back yard to watch the fireworks over the Reflecting Pool. Because many of those people spend the day there, picnicking and playing on the grounds of the Washington Monument, spaces become scarce by the afternoon. The fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:10 and end at 9:28.
Preceding the fireworks, the National Park Service's Independence Day concert will begin at 6 p.m. on the southwest corner of the Washington Monument Grounds, near the intersection of 17th Street and Independence Avenue SW.
Where: Between the U.S. Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial
Washington, DCWhen: 9:10 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Pack you picnic basket, blankets, bug spray and sunscreen and go! But get there early!Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 202-619-7222
Saturday, July 4 - Manassas Fourth of July
Celebrate America this Independence Day with the City of Manassas. Festivities include live music, food, rides and games start at 4 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.
Where: Manassas Museum
9101 Prince Williams St.
Manassas, VAWhen: Fireworks start at 9:15 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-361-6599
Saturday, July 4 - McLean Fourth of July
Music, field games, food and family activities before fireworks at dusk.
Where: Langley High School
6520 Georgetown Pike
McLean, VAWhen: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-790-0123
Saturday, July 4 - Old-Fashioned Fireman's Day
Firefighter competition. Food, beverages, games
Where: 4081 University Drive
Fairfax, VAWhen: 12:30 p.m.Who: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost of event: Free admission
Saturday, July 4 - Fairfax Fourth of July Celebration
Fairfax Fourth of July celebration.
7 pm The Electeds (classic rock & country tunes)
7:30 pm City of Fairfax Band
8 pm Presentations and Awards
8:20 pm Fairfax Band (Broadway Extravaganza with guest vocalists)
9:10 pm City of Fairfax Band - 1812 Overture
9:20 pm (approx.) Fireworks Display choreographed to music
7:30 pm City of Fairfax Band
8 pm Presentations and Awards
8:20 pm Fairfax Band (Broadway Extravaganza with guest vocalists)
9:10 pm City of Fairfax Band - 1812 Overture
9:20 pm (approx.) Fireworks Display choreographed to music
Where: Fairfax High School
3501 Rebel Run
Fairfax, VAWhen: 7:00 PM - 10:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost of event: FreeFor more info: Rain date for fireworks is July 5. Old Lee Highway will be closed from Ridge Avenue (just past Artie’s Restaurant”) to Layton Hall Drive from approximately 9:15 pm to 10:30 pm.
Saturday, July 4 - Fairfax Fourth of July Parade
The parade theme this year is Hand in Hand.
Where: Fairfax Historic DistrictWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost of event: FreeFor more info: Parade will take place rain or shine
This Week's Calendar:
July 2nd through July 8th
Thursday, July 2 through Tuesday, August 18 - Free Family Film Festival
Every Tuesday and Wednesday G & PG movies. Go online to see movie title.
Where: Fairfax Towne Center Movie Theater
Kingstowne Stadium Movie TheaterWhen: 10:00 AMWho: EveryoneHow: First come, first servedCost of event: FreeFor more info: www.regmovies.com
Monday, July 6 - Fun With the Creature Teacher
Meet a variety of animals from different habitats with Bar C Ranch.
Where: John Marshall Library
6209 Rose Hill Dr.
Alexandria, VAWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 6-12How: Register by calling 703-971-0010Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-971-0010
Monday, July 6 - Yo Yo Fun and The Science of Spin
You’re not going in circles, it’s The Yo Yo Guy, Dick Stohr.
Where: Kings Park Library
9000 Burke Lake Rd.
Burke, VAWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 6-12How: Register by calling 703-978-5600Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-978-5600
Monday, July 6 - Monday Flicks
Bring a snack and enjoy a children's book on DVD. Call branch for titles.
Where: Great Falls Library
9830 Georgetown Pike
Great Falls, VAWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Age 3-5 w/adultHow: Register by calling 703-757-8560Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-757-8560
Monday, July 6 - Journey to the Jungle with Animal Ambassadors
See beautiful macaws, a giant toad and huge creepy crawlies as we visit the amazing tropical rain forests of the world..
Where: Centreville Regional Library
14200 St. Germain Dr.
Centreville, VAWhen: 2:30 PMWho: Age 6-12How: Registration is not required; tickets will be distributed beginning at 2:00 on July 6; first come, first served.Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-830-2223
Monday, July 6 - Calling All Guys
Book discussion group for boys. Please call for title.
Where: Kings Park Library
9000 Burke Lake Rd.
Burke, VAWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Age 9-12 with adult.How: Register by calling 703-978-5600Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-978-5600
Tuesday, July 7 - Journey to the Jungle With Animal Ambassadors
See beautiful macaws, a giant toad and huge creepy crawlies as we visit the amazing tropical rain forests of the world.
Where: George Mason Regional Library
7001 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VAWhen: 1:00 PMWho: Age 6-12How: Register by calling 703-256-3800Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-256-3800
Tuesday, July 7 - The Wright Stuff
Discover the mystery of flight with the Maryland Science Center.
Where: Dolley Madison Library
1244 Oak Ridge Ave.
McLean, VAWhen: 2:30 PMWho: Age 6-12How: Register by calling 703-356-0770Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-356-0770
Tuesday, July 7 - Yo Yo Fun and the Science of Spin
You’re not going in circles, it’s The Yo Yo Guy, Dick Stohr.
Where: Woodrow Wilson Library
6101 Knollwood Drive
Falls Church, VAWhen: 2:30 PMWho: Ages 6-12How: Register by calling 703-820-8774Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-820-8774
Wednesday, July 8 - The Song Imagineer
Award-winning song writer Ray Owen takes us on an unforgettable adventure through a world of music and stories.
Where: Pohick Regional Library
6450 Sydenstricker Rd.
Burke, VAWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 6-12How: Register by calling 703-644-7333Cost of event: FreeFor more info: 703-644-7333
Monday, July 6 - Great Big Faces
Fast, fun caricature drawing workshop with Paul Merklein.
Where: Chantilly Regional Library
4000 Stringfellow Rd
Chantilly, VA Dolley Madison Library
1244 Oak Ridge Ave.
McLean, VAWhen: 2:30 PM Chantilly
7:00 PM Dolley MadisonWho: Age 12-18.How: Register by calling Chantilly 703-502-3883
Register by calling Dolley Madison 703-356-0770Cost of event: FreeFor more info: Chantilly 703-502-3883
Dolley Madison 703-356-0770
