Local News
Friday, September 2
NALA FRIDAYS AT THE PARK. Did someone say live music and food trucks? We are moving our annual Fridays at the Fountain event to Long Bridge Park. This outdoor concert series features local bands and musicians and is free to attend. Long Bridge Park (311 6th St. S, Arlington). 5 p.m.
Saturday, September 3
A MUTT LOVE EVENT. If you want to see what sheer joy looks like, come to this volunteer event. The event lasts about 3 hours because the dogs need lots of walking. 12 p.m. — 3 p.m. Weber’s Pet Supermarket (11135 Lee Highway). For more information, call (540)-682-6724
MIDDLE EASTERN FOOD FESTIVAL. Holy Transfiguration Melkite Greek-Catholic Church will host its 29th annual Middle Eastern Food Festival, September 3 and 4, on the church grounds — 8501 Lewinsville Road, McLean, Virginia. The festival will feature authentic Middle Eastern food, pastries, music and dancing, as well as vendors, church tours, and activities for both children and adults. 11 a.m. — 10 p.m.
National Cinema Day. Taking in a movie Saturday, Sept. 3, near Falls Church will cost only a fraction of what it usually does at theaters participating in “National Cinema Day,” an effort to lure movie lovers back to the theater to see a film and revive flat box office sales. Participating theaters near Falls Church include: Regal Gallery, AMC Courthouse Plaza 8, Regal Ballston Quarter and more.
Nova Central Farms Market. NOVA Central Farm Market is a year-round farmers market located on Beulah Road at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in Vienna, Virginia. The market features fresh local pork, cheeses, dairy, baked goods, eggs, flowers, and ice cream. The market also has live music each week, kids club activities, special events and much more. 543 Beulah Road, Vienna. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
DC Jazz Fest at the Wharf. Enjoy live jazz music at the Wharf. 760 Maine Ave SW, Washington , DC. 2:00 p.m. labor day at Clare & Don’s Beach Shack. Tasty food, cold drinks, chill vibes, and free live music to cap off your summer. Half Pint Harry hits the stage 5-8pm. 130 North Washington St, Falls Church
Sunday, September 4
ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND ABORTION RIGHTS FUNDRAISER. We’re so excited for the Fall campaigning to begin, and to kick off election season with our Labor Day ice cream social at Cherry Hill Park from 1-3pm. We’re raising money for Virginia abortion rights organizations Blue Ridge Abortion Fund and our very own Falls Church Healthcare Center. Tee shirts will be sold for $20 at the ice cream social (or you can reserve yours in advance by emailing fallschurchdems@gmail.com
Labor Day at Clare & Don’s Beach Shack. Tasty food, cold drinks, chill vibes, and free live music to cap off your summer. Half Pint Harry hits the stage 5-8pm. 130 North Washington St, Falls Church
Tuesday, September 6
PAINT PARTY. Come paint and party with us! In under 2 hours, our creative host will walk you step by step how to recreate the painting of the event while infusing laughs and music along the way. This class is beginner-friendly; so no experience necessary! All materials will be provided. Hops N Shine (3410 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria). 7 p.m. — 9 p.m.
BOLLYWOOD DANCE FITNESS. Join a fun Bollywood dance fitness class by instructor, Aparna Rao. An invitation to attend this virtual class will be sent to registered participants 1 day before the event start time. Virtual event hosted by Fairfax County Libraries. 6 p.m. — 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 7
Hispanic Heritage Zumba. Hispanic Heritage Month will be celebrated this September. In honor of this occasion, Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Centers are featuring Zumba classes. Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together. Providence Rec Center (7525 Marc Dr, Falls Church). 6 p.m.
Nala beach club: bark at the beach. Time at the beach is a must for the dog days of summer. On September 7, visit the Beach Club with your furry friends. Gateway Green, Arlington. 5 p.m. — 7 p.m.
Live Music
Friday, September 2
–Acoustic Ayre Duo. Solace Outpost (444 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA ). 8 p.m. (571) 378-1469
– Franklin Music. Dogwood Tavern (132 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA) 9:30 p.m. (703) 237-8333
–Sting. Wolf Trap (1551 Trap Rd, Vienna, VA) 7:00 p.m. (703) 255-1800
–Brook Yoder. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 4 p.m. (703) 241-9504
–Shartel & Hume. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 8:30 p.m. (703) 241-9504
Saturday, September 3
-No Part of Nothin.’ The State Theatre (220 N Washington St, Falls Church, VA) 7:30 p.m. (703) 237-0300
– Luke Johnson. Dogwood Tavern (132 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA) 9:30 p.m. (703) 237-8333
–Shakefarmers. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 4 p.m. (703) 241-9504
– 2 D Sole Band. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 8: 30 p.m. (703) 241-9504
Sunday, September 4
–Honky Tonk Casanovas. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 4 p.m. (703) 241-9504
–Wolf Blues Jam. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 8:30 p.m. (703) 241-9504
–Raheem Devaughn. The Birchmere Music Hall (3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria) 7:30 p.m.
Monday, September 5
–Tom Saputo. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA). 7:30 p.m. (703) 241-9504
Wednesday, September 7
–Van Morrison. Wolf Trap (1551 Trap Rd, Vienna, VA) 7:00 p.m. (703) 255-1800
–Ireland’s Karan Casey Trio. Jammin Java (227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA) 8:00 p.m. (703) 255-1566
Theater & Arts
Thursday, September 1
The Color Purple. From August 16th to October 9th is coming to Signature Theatre. This triumphant musical adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of human fortitude, redemption and love is directed by Timothy Douglas (Spunk). A teenage Celie is torn from her beloved sister and forced into an abusive marriage. Over the next forty years, while Celie encounters repression, despair and heartbreak, she also discovers hope in a group of friends who inspire her to find her voice, discover her beauty and change her life.Nominated for 11 Tony Awards® and featuring a soaring score of jazz, gospel, blues and ragtime, The Color Purple brilliantly illuminates the lives of Southern Black women in breathtaking scope. (703) 820-9771
Friday, September 2
Hamilton. From August 2nd through October 9th, Hamilton will be showing at the Kennedy Center on select dates. Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. Ticket price range is $59.00-$399.00. (202) 416-8000
Tuesday, September 6
Dear Evan Hansen. Winner of six Tony Awards including Best Musical and the 2018 Grammy Award, Dear Evan Hansen is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. The Washington Post calls Dear Evan Hansen “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history.” Kennedy Center. Showing from August 30th — September 25th. Ticket price range $79.00 — $199.00. (202) 416-8000.
No Place To Go. Bobby Smith stars in this musical ode to the unemployed with an enterprising twist. A dedicated corporate “information refiner” has learned that his company is moving to a cheaper, but very (very) remote, location and taking the jobs with it. Backed by a jazz band, this permanent part-timer must decide whether to go and uproot his family’s life or embark on an unknown venture. Sardonic wit merges with clever jazz, blues and bluegrass music for an irreverent capitalist critique of the personal cost of doing business. Signature Theatre in Arlington, VA. 7:30 p.m.
