July 4, 2009

Dance to live music, enter the apple pie baking contest, and enjoy the rides at Celebrate America in Historic Manassas. Feast on funnel cake and other favorite carnival goods, get your face painted and take a red, white, and blue hayride, 4-10pm FREE. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to watch fireworks at 9:15 pm. Charge for kids rides. 703-361-6599. Historic Manassas, 9431 West St., Manassas, 20110. Handicapped-accesible.

Hoop-It-Up 3-0N-3 Basketball

Saturday June 27, 2009 - Sunday June 28, 2009
RFK Stadium

2400 E Capitol St Ne
Washington, District of Columbia 20003 Get Directions
Hoop It Up, the largest 3on3 basketball tour in the world, will bring top-notch competition, entertainment and excitement to Washington D.C. on Saturday and Sunday, June 27-28, 2009. The event will take place at RFK Stadium, 2400 East Capitol Street NE, Washington D.C., 2003.

Hoop It Up is a series of exciting weekend basketball celebrations providing games, concessions and entertainment. The tour is organized by BEST Experiential Properties, a subsidiary of Blue Equity. The nationwide tour is expected to attract an estimated 400,000 participants and spectators.

Hoop It Up offers players of all ages and abilities a festival-style atmosphere filled with fun, dynamic and fast-paced competition. This eventful weekend also features family-friendly entertainment and basketball skill challenges along with food and activities for all to enjoy.

Event schedule and registration details:
Saturday, June 27: 9:00a.m.–5:00p.m.
Sunday, June 28: 9:00a.m.–5:00p.m.
**Start and Finish Times are subject to change

For more details about the tour and to register, visit www.hoopitup.com or call 1.888.997.PLAY.

Ticket Info: $100-$150 for teams of 3-5 people

Apollo to the Moon

Sunday June 28, 2009 at 10:00am
National Air and Space Museum

Seventh And Independence Ave.
Washington, District of Columbia 20560 Get Directions
This gallery traces NASA's manned space program beginning with Project Mercury's Freedom 7; then the Gemini Project; followed by the Apollo Program, with Apollo 17 as the last manned exploration of the moon.

Library of Congress

Thursday June 25, 2009 from 8:30am - 4:30pm
Library of Congress

101 Independence Ave Se
Washington, District of Columbia 20540 Get Directions
Gain insights into how the nation's founding documents were forged and the role that imagination and vision played in the unprecedented creative act of forming a self-governing country. Participate in the process and delve into historic drafts of the Declaration of Independence, George Washington's copy of the Constitution, and John Beckley's Bill of Rights.

Children's Craft Cabin

Saturday June 27, 2009 at 10:00am
Prince Williams Forest Park

18100 Park Headquarters Rd
Triangle, Virginia 22172 Get Directions
Do your children know how to play hop-scotch? How about how to make homemade paper dolls? Join park rangers and volunteers at the Craft Lodge at Cabin Camp 3 for an hour of ole` time nature crafts. Craft supplies will be available on a first-come, first served basis.

Ticket Info: Included in admission

fathers day wine maker's dinner

Treat that special dad to a wonderful food and wine-paired dinner at the Father's Day Wine Maker's Dinner. This multi-course meal will feature menu choices to please dad. Begin with wine and hors d'oeuvres in the Manor House, followed by dinner in the Barrel Room. 6:30-9:30pm. Reservations required, must be 21 to attend. Call for prices at 703-753-9360. The Winery At La Grange, 4970 Antioch Rd. Haymarket, 20169. Handicapped-accessible.

Potomac Heritage Day

Learn about the history of this area beginning with early tobacco farmers in the 1700s up to the gambling resort in the 1950s at Potomac Heritage Day. Discover the many faces of the women of Leesylvania and learn how tthe river provided food and entertainment. 11am-4pm FREE admission and parking. 703-730-8205 Leesylvania State Park. 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Dr. Woodbridge, 22191 Handicapped-accessible.

Potomac Mills Mall Walkers Club

Tuesday June 16, 2009 from 8:30am - 10:00am
Potomac Hospital

2300 Opitz Blvd
Woodbridge, Virginia 22191 Get Directions
An excellent alternative to outdoor exercise! The mall offers a safe, temperature-controlled environment with soft wooden floors designed specifically for...
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No Doubt Concert Bristow

Nissan Pavilion

7800 Cellar Door Drive
Bristow, Virginia 20136 Get Directions
No Doubt Tickets Bristow
Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 7:00 PM at Nissan Pavilion in Bristow, VA

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Make sure to watch them live in concert in Bristow, VA on June 14, 2009! Book a pair of No Doubt tickets for Bristow VA today before it’s too late!

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No Doubt is well known for some of their earlier songs including “Don’t Speak,” “Hey “Baby” and “Underneath It All.” They are well known for their extensive touring and their lively energetic shows. Don’t miss this enthralling live event with your pair of No Doubt Bristow tickets!

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occoquan arts and craft show

Saturday June 6, 2009 - Sunday June 7, 2009 from 10:00am - 5:00pm
Town of Occoquan

Main Street
Occoquan, Virginia 22125 Get Directions
The next Occoquan Spring Arts & Crafts Show will be held in the streets of Occoquan’s Historic District, on Saturday June 6th (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM) and Sunday, June 7th (10:00 AM until 5:00 PM) rain or shine.

The Occoquan Arts and Crafts show is one of the finest shows on the east coast and a must for anyone who loves the craft show experience. The show has been an annual event for over 25 years. The Spring Craft Show will include both contemporary and country crafters and artisans from Occoquan and from all around the United States.

Parking is available in 3 local commuter parking lots in Prince William County and 1 in Fairfax County. A continuous shuttle bus service is available from all 4 lots at a round trip fee of $4 per person, Children 12 and under ride free. The buses will run every 15-25 minutes; begin operating at 7:00 AM and the last bus leaves Occoquan at 7:00 PM. (Vehicles are not allowed into or through the Historic District of Occoquan during Occoquan Craft Show weekend from 8am to 7pm. THE ROADS IN THE HISTORIC DISTRICT WILL BE CLOSED.)

Website: http://www.occoquancraftshow.com/