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FIRSTfriday of Falls Church
Friday, Feb. 3
fallschurchtimes.com
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Don't miss the most popular event in Falls Church with plenty of shopping and dining options to choose from! February's highlights include unique work from local artists, wine & beer tastings, yoga classes, performances at ArtSpace Falls Church and live music at venues and restaurants around the City of Falls Church.
Location:
Various locations around the City of Falls Church
Information: (703) 534-4202; www.firstfridayoffallschurch.com
Cost: Prices may vary
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Dan Tulk: Lines and Shadows
Friday, Feb. 3, 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
pinklineproject.com
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Don't miss the final day of this memorial exhibit honoring local artist Dan Tulk, who was tragically killed in a traffic accident near his Virginia home last November. In honor of his life and artistic practice, the Washington Project for the Arts presents a select overview of his work, including several sculptural pieces.
Location:
Washington Project for the Arts, 2023 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Information: (202) 234-7103; www.wpadc.org
Cost: Free
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Demetri Martin
Friday, Feb. 3, 08:00 p.m.
www.warnertheatredc.com
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The quirky stand-up comedian, best known as a contributor on The Daily Show and for his Comedy Central show Important Things with Demetri Martin, will bring his usual variety of non-sequiturs, observations and smart silliness to the stage at Warner Theatre.
Location:
Warner Theatre, 13th and E Streets, NW, Washington, DC
Information: (202) 783-4000; www.warnertheatredc.com
Cost: $35
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ECCO: East Coast Chamber Orchestra
Friday, Feb. 3, 08:00 p.m.
www.wolftrap.org
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This dynamic group of friends who play in different leading orchestras and as soloists around the country take cues from each other and perform without a conductor. ECCO combines the strength and power of a orchestral ensemble with the personal involvement and sensitivity of chamber music.
Location:
Wolf Trap - The Barns, 1635 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA
Information: (703) 938-2404; www.wolftrap.org
Cost: $35
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Old Town Boutique District’s Warehouse Sale
Saturday, Feb. 4, 09:00 a.m. to 04:00 p.m.
www.eya.com
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Enjoy great discounts from Alexandria's finest boutiques at the eighth annual Old Town Boutique District Warehouse Sale. Click here to see who's participating.
Location:
George Washington Masonic Memorial, 101 Callahan Dr. Alexandria, VA
Information: www.oldtownboutiquedistrict.com
Cost: Free
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Black History Family Day
Saturday, Feb. 4, 11:30 a.m. to 03:00 p.m.
www.npg.si.edu
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Celebrate the start of Black History Month with a day of arts & crafts, live music, dance, a special tour of the related exhibition and hands-on activities for the entire family.
Location:
National Portrait Gallery - Smithsonian Institution, Eighth and F Streets, NW, Washington, DC
Information: (202) 633-1000; www.npg.si.edu
Cost: Free
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5th Annual Freezin' for a Reason Polar Dip
Saturday, Feb. 4, 01:00 p.m. to 03:00 p.m.
www.virginia.org
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Get decked out in crazy costumes and jump into the freezing cold waters of Lake Anne at this polar dip. The event will kick off with family-friendly activities and a warm-up. Registered participants will be raising funds for Camp Sunshine, a retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.
Location:
Lake Anne Plaza Waterfront, 1609 Washington Plaza, Reston, VA
Information:
Cost: $100 minimum donation to plunge; Free to spectators
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DC Shorts Laugh
Saturday, Feb. 4, 05:00 p.m.
riotactcomedy.com
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The powers of film and live comedy combine for screenings of some of DC Shorts' most hilarious and eclectic submissions punctuated by stand-up comedy routines. Each two-hour showcase features six to eight films and two stand-up routines.
Location:
Riot Act Comedy Club, 801 E St. NW, Washington, DC
Information: (202) 697-4900; riotactcomedy.com
Cost: $15
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Wine Tasting at Aspen Dale Winery
Sunday, Feb. 5, 12:00 p.m. to 05:00 p.m.
www.aspendalewinery.com
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Visit Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn for a relaxed afternoon of rustic elegance. Enjoy Aspen Dale's wines, wonderful food pairings, live music from talented local musicians and a charming atmosphere.
Location:
Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn, 3180 Aspen Dale Ln. Delaplane, VA
Information: (540) 364-1722 ; www.aspendalewinery.com
Cost: Wine tasting is $7.50 per person
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Henry O!
Sunday, Feb. 5, 01:00 p.m.
artisphere.com
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HENRY O! tells the story of Enrique“Henry” Oliu, a man blind since birth, who has an encyclopedic memory for facts and figures. This unique performance is part of the ReelAbilities: Disabilities Film Festival, dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives and artistic expressions of people with disabilities.
Location:
Artisphere, 1101 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA
Information: (703) 875-1100; artisphere.com
Cost: $10
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George Washington's Garden
Sunday, Feb. 5, 01:30 p.m. to 03:00 p.m.
www.gardenbytes.com
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For more than 150 years, people have dug the earth for clues helping to make George Washington's home one of the most accurately restored 18th century estates in America. Dean Norton will discuss the importance of Mount Vernon's gardens and landscape and the gardening world of George Washington.
Location:
Green Spring Gardens Park, 4603 Green Spring Rd. Alexandria, VA
Information: (703) 941-7987; www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/gsgp/
Cost: $10
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Big Miracle
(PG)
Drew Barrymore and John Krasinski star in this film inspired by the true story of a news reporter who recruited a Greenpeace volunteer on a campaign to save a family of gray whales trapped by rapidly forming ice in the Arctic Circle.
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Chronicle
(PG-13)
In this action flick, three high school friends gain superpowers after making an incredible discovery but soon find their lives spinning out of control and their bond tested as they embrace their darker sides.
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The Innkeepers
(R)
Two employees at the Yankee Pedlar Inn who are determined to reveal the hotel's haunted past begin to experience disturbing events as old guests check in for a stay.
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The Woman in Black
(PG-13)
Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe gives the horror genre a shot in this thriller about a young lawyer who travels to a remote village where he discovers the vengeful ghost of a scorned woman is terrorizing the locals.
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Saturday, Feb. 4, 2:00 p.m.
Colgate Raiders vs. American University Eagles (Women's Basektball)
Location:
American University - Bender Arena, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Click here for more information
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Saturday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m.
Central Michigan vs. George Mason Patriots (Wrestling)
Location:
George Mason University, 4400 University Dr. Fairfax, VA
Click here for more information
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Sunday, Feb. 5, 7:45 - 11:30 a.m.
2012 Indoor Track Meet
Location:
Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 South 2nd St. Arlington, VA
Click here for more information
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Sunday, Feb. 5, 12:30 p.m.
Boston Bruins vs. Washington Capitals
Location:
Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW, Washington, DC
Click here for more information
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Super Bowl XLVI
Sunday, Feb. 5, 06:30 p.m.
arlingtondrafthouse.com
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Pumped for the Super Bowl? Enjoy free access to the big screen at Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse. The theater offers regular food and drink service, so you can munch as you watch!
Location:
Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse, 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA
Information: (703) 486-2345; arlingtondrafthouse.com
Cost: Free admission
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