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Weekender Newsletter
Friday, Sept. 29 - Sunday, Oct. 1
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 Local Author Book Festival
Saturday, Noon-3 p.m.
Join us at Chantilly Regional Library for our first annual Local Author Book Festival. Writers will meet with attendees and sell copies of their books. Enjoy a bookmaking area for kids, a caricature artist, Silly Shotz photo booth, snacks and more at this free event.
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Mosaic Fall Festival (Rescheduled)
Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
The Mosaic District will transform into a vibrant outdoor festival with over 90 handmade and vintage vendors, special performances and an array of activities for the whole family.
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Fort Belvoir’s Oktoberfest
Friday-Sunday, Times Vary
The 25th Annual Oktoberfest will be held at Fremont Field on Fort Belvoir. Oktoberfest highlights authentic German cuisine, beverages, music and dancing. Enjoy an exciting carnival, Volksmarch 5K/10K Walk and much more.
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Fall Full Moon Hike (7:30-9:30 p.m.)
Join us for a rare opportunity to explore the boardwalk at Lake Accotink Park under a bright full moon on this fall evening. We will look and listen for wildlife as we explore the forest and marsh trails.
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Playdate Cafe (Times Vary)
Grab a cup of coffee and chat with other caregivers while babies, toddlers and preschoolers enjoy free-play and socializing at the county's libraries.
Secrets, Spies, Sputnik and Huntley (11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
Take a stroll on the less-visited side of Huntley Meadows Park to uncover the history of spies and espionage. Learn how the Cold War shaped Huntley and the county.
Garden Talk - Tips on Growing Beautiful Bulbs (1:30-2:30 p.m.)
Now is the time to plant bulbs for a bright, beautiful garden next spring. Learn how to plant and care for a variety of bulbs from extension master gardeners at Green Spring Gardens.
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Climate Action Conference (8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Begin your journey toward low emissions and long-term savings at the first annual Climate Action Conference at Lake Braddock Secondary School hosted by Supervisor James Walkinshaw. Featured speakers include Congressman Gerry Connolly, Chairman Jeff McKay and Michael Forrester of the U.S. Department of Energy.
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Friends of Burke Centre Library's Fall Book Sale (10 a.m.-6 p.m.)
Come browse our large selection of books, DVDs, CDs and more for all ages and interests at the Burke Centre Library.
Sully Community Day (11 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Join us at the Sully Community Center in Herndon to learn about resources from local businesses and organizations. Enjoy food, music, a Kids Zone, games, performances, indoor demonstrations and more.
Feeding Day (10-11 a.m.)
Join a naturalist as they demonstrate how we feed our site display animals at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park. Make a birdfeeder to take home and use. Search for worms and insects and assist in serving dinner.
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Fall Compost Competition (9 a.m.-1 p.m.)
It's the last day to participate in the Fall Compost Competition at the Lorton Farmers Market. Market customers are challenged to drop-off more food scraps than they did in August. Those who drop-off food scraps during the last week may receive a free countertop compost bin.
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Socrates Cafe (2:30-3:30 p.m.)
Join us for a friendly philosophic conversation at the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Develop your inner philosopher by questioning and reflecting with others in open-minded dialogue.
Sports in the Park (3 p.m.)
Come watch the Orioles vs. Red Sox at Strawberry Park in Mosaic.
GIVE Tutoring Program (10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
Elementary school students can receive free tutoring at the City of Fairfax Regional Library through GIVE Tutoring, a student-run nonprofit organization. Tutoring is provided by high school students.
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