Weekender Newsletter

Friday, June 7 - Sunday, June 9

Make a Splash at Waterparks and Spray Grounds

Friday-Sunday, Times Vary

Enjoy slides, flumes, sprays, showers, floatables and more at our waterparks and spray grounds this weekend:

• The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole at Lake Fairfax Park
• Our Special Harbor at Franconia Park
• Cub Run Leisure Pool at the Cub Run Rec Center

Weekend-Long Events

Friends of Kings Park Library Ongoing Book Sale: Plethora of Puzzles

Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Calling all puzzle fans! Stop by the Friends of Kings Park Library's ongoing book sale for a special sale of modern jigsaw puzzles in various sizes and themes. Regular ongoing book sale items will still be available.

Summer Entertainment Series

Friday and Saturday, 7:30-9 p.m.

The Mount Vernon Nights Summer Concert Series is back. Bring a picnic dinner, chairs or blanket and enjoy the music. The Joe Falero Band is playing on Friday night at Grist Mill Park and the South County High School Jazz Band is playing on Saturday night at the Workhouse Arts Center.

Friday, June 7 Events

Pride Mini Museum Tour (10 a.m.-6 p.m.) Tour the stacks at the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library and explore books featuring pride literature and history highlights. This program will continue throughout June.

Art at The PARC Gallery Pop-up (10-2 p.m.)

This free event at The PARC at Tysons marks the opening reception of the National Council on Aging Photography Award Contest and features “The Hand” by Bardia Saeedi and works by 10 additional talented Fairfax County artists.

Coffee and a Classic: Chain Lightning (10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)

There's nothing better on a Friday morning than a classic movie and a fresh cup of coffee. Join us to watch the 1949 film Chain Lighting at the Richard Byrd Library.

Brain Gym (2-3 p.m.)

Improve your brain health with fun exercises like sudoku, word puzzles, memorization games and more at the George Mason Regional Library.

Campfire Fridays (8:30-9:30 p.m.)

Join us for an evening campfire at Lake Accotink Park. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. End the evening with s'mores over the campfire.

Saturday, June 8 Events

16 Early Voting Sites are Open (9 a.m.-5 p.m.) An additional 13 early voting sites open today. Fairfax County registered voters may cast their ballot in person at any of our 16 early voting locations. Voters must show one form of identification before voting.

Try-it Triathlon (7-10 a.m.)

Join us at Audrey Moore Rec Center for the first Try-it Triathlon. Swim 300 yards in Audrey Moore Rec Center's Olympic-size pool, bike five miles on a narrow paved and dirt trail to Lake Accotink and run two miles on a cross county trail.

Stuff the Bus (10 a.m.-3 p.m.)

Bring non-perishable foods to the Cardinal Forest Giant in Springfield and help us fill a Fastran bus to benefit ECHO, a nonprofit organization. This is the last Stuff the Bus event of the season.

Adapted Park Explorers (10-11 a.m.)

Explore different features of the Hidden Oaks Nature Center with hands-on science and nature activities tailored to young people with disabilities. A different topic is covered each month. 

Signs of the Beaver Sketch Hike (10 a.m.-noon)

Learn about Huntley Meadows' nocturnal engineers by studying and drawing the tracks and traces they leave behind. Discover the lives of beavers, practice drawing and go hiking to find signs of beaver activity.

Garden Talk - Alternatives for Invasive Plants (10:30-11:30 a.m.)

Invasive plants like bamboo and wisteria can take over your garden. Master gardeners will share what you can grow instead at Green Spring Gardens.

Great Falls Knit In (11 a.m.-2 p.m.)

Celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day at the Great Falls Library. Join fellow knitting enthusiasts for an afternoon of yarn swapping, beginner's lessons and general knitting fun.

Paws on the Plaza (11 a.m.-6 p.m.)

Celebrate our furry friends at The Plaza in Tysons with a day full of activities. Humans and their pups can enjoy a dog park, splash pad, 20+ pet vendors, a dog food truck, rescues with adoptable dogs, a free photo booth, giveaways and more.

Art and Craft Supply Swap & Talk (1-2 p.m.)

Bring your extra craft supplies to swap and get ideas from other artists and crafters at the Patrick Henry Library. Members of the Vienna Arts Society will be there to talk about projects, techniques and improvisations.

Meet the Author: Kosoko Jackson (3-5 p.m.)

Celebrate Pride and join us for a conversation with author Kosoko Jackson at the George Mason Regional Library. Kosoko will discuss his work, writing process and answer questions in a Q&A session. A book sale and signing will follow the event. 

Sunday, June 9 Events

Vines Sketch Hike (10 a.m.-noon) Have you seen those twisty-turny wild grape vines in the Huntley forest that would make Tarzan proud? Join artist and naturalist Margaret Wohler at Huntley Meadows Park to learn about Huntley's many vine species while learning to draw and identify them.

Butterflies, Bees and Beetles (10-11 a.m.)

Learn about common pollinators and their importance with native gardens and woodlands at Burke Lake Park.

Fairfax County Master Gardeners Plant Clinic (1-4 p.m.)

Got gardening questions? Master gardeners are available at Pohick Regional Library to answer your questions and provide gardening advice.

Jigsaw Puzzle and Game Swap (3:15-3:45 p.m.)

Tired of the same old games and puzzles? Swap out your gently-used jigsaw puzzles, board games, cards and party games at the Chantilly Regional Library. Please ensure items are in good condition and complete.

Upcoming Events

The 49th Annual Antique Car Show Sunday, June 16, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Celebrate Father's Day at the 49th Annual Sully Antique Car Show at the Sully Historic Site in Chantilly. Enjoy a spectacular day filled with live entertainment, a variety of food vendors, a craft market, a flea market and hundreds of stunning antique cars. Learn more.

FathersMatter Cookout Saturday, June 22, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebrate fathers with us at Burke Lake Park. Spend quality time with your family and enjoy nature hikes, a tot lot, Frisbee toss, crafts and giveaways. Enjoy a free cookout with hot dogs, hamburgers, assorted treats and beverages. Register by June 16. Learn more.

Weather and Event Status

Weather and other reasons may impact the events listed above. View the weather forecast.

Be sure to check the links for each event's status. You may also view department operating status information. 

Looking for more events? Find additional activities on our Events Calendar.

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