Weekender Newsletter

Friday, Feb. 28 - Sunday, March 2

Things to Do In March

Celebrate the start of a new month this weekend with events throughout the county including the Woodlawn Needlework Show, Women's History Month events and Fairfax City Restaurant Week. See more in a curated list from Visit Fairfax. 

Weekend-Long Events

Knit and Crochet Events at Our Libraries Friday and Saturday, Times Vary Hang out with fiber friends at our libraries this weekend. Work on your own crochet or knit project or get started with our supplies. If you're considering a new hobby, join our Crochet for Beginners class.

Friday, Feb. 28 Events

The T.B.R. Cafe (1 - 2 p.m.) Expand your To Be Read list with recommendations from our librarians at the Sherwood Regional Library. Indulge in a cup of coffee or tea, a delicious treat and engage in conversations with other book lovers.

Preschool Music and More (10:30 - 11 a.m.)

Make some noise at the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Read with rhyme and rhythm in this musical storytime. For children ages 3-5. 

Baby and Me Yoga (11:15 - 11:45 a.m.)

Through gentle guided movements, massage and songs, parents can bond with their infant while encouraging emotional and physical development at the Martha Washington Library.

Saturday, March 1 Events

Vernal Pool Ventures Campfire (5:30 - 7 p.m.) Vernal pools are one of our parks most fascinating and elusive ecosystem. Join us after hours at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park as we hike and search for signs of new amphibian life. Learn about the life cycle and early development of local amphibians. End the night by making s'mores over a campfire. Registration is $12.

Bird Walk With a Naturalist (9 - 10 a.m.)

Identify native birds as you embark on a guided walk with one of our naturalists at the Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Both beginner and veteran birders welcome. Registration is $10.

Late Winter Garden Beauties and Their Care (10 - 11:30 a.m.)

Take a guided walk through Green Spring Gardens Park with curatorial horticulturist. Get design ideas, and learn eco-friendly care and garden tasks. Registration is $19.

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

Visit the Annandale Giant supermarket to drop off food and gift card donations. All donations will benefit Annandale Christian Community for Action.

Spellbinders - Tales of Tails (11 - 11:45 a.m.)

Enjoy oral storytelling from countries around the world at the Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Attendees are welcome to share their own 5-minute story. Every child will receive a free book. 

Bird Bingo (1 - 2 p.m.)

Explore the trails at Burke Lake Park and learn how to identify birds. Keep an eye on your surroundings as you fill out a bird bingo sheet. Registration is $8.

Wonderful Winter Wildlife (2 - 3 p.m.)

Read a storybook about animals and the unique adaptations that help them survive the winter at Riverbend Park. Then, take a hike to look for signs of winter wildlife or play an outdoor game. Registration is $8.

The Artist and Me - Women's History Edition (2 - 3:30 p.m.)

Read about a famous artist or two at the Martha Washington Library. Create your own piece of art work inspired by their style.

Women in History Costume Party (2 - 4 p.m.)

Celebrate Women's History Month with a costume party at the John Marshall Library. Come dressed like a woman from history, and enjoy socializing, making paper dolls and playing a game of women's history bingo. 

Sunday, March 2 Events

Dino Expert (2 - 3 p.m.) Join a naturalist at Lake Fairfax Park to learn everything you have wanted to know about dinosaurs. Participate in activities that highlight the diets of different dinosaurs and the interesting adaptations that helped them survive millions of years ago. Registration is $8.

Storytelling through Women's Voices - A Celebration of Female Composers (11 - 11:45 a.m.)

Violinists will present a selection of music by female-identifying composers of the 20th and 21st centuries at the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Listen while you draw your reactions to what you hear.

Winter Lecture-Green Spring Goes to Great Dixter (1:30 - 2:30 p.m.)

Join us at Green Spring Gardens Park for a behind the scenes look at the amazing planning and work that goes into creating Great Dixter, one of Britain’s most iconic gardens. Staff will share photos and notes from a weeklong symposium they attended at Dixter in September. Registration is $15. 

Foley Academy of Irish Dance Performance (2 - 3 p.m.)

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early with a performance by this talented group of young dancers at the George Mason Regional Library.

Upcoming Events

Glow Golf Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Join us at the Oakmont Golf Center for a round of Glow Golf. Tee boxes, flagsticks and cups will be marked with LED lights on the course. We recommend each player bring their own flashlight or headlamp. Learn more.

Astronomy Festival Saturday, March 8, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Enjoy guided star gazing, looking through the telescope and listening to ancient stories about the constellations around the campfire at Turner Farm Park. Participate in activities and games throughout the evening. 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.

To request this information in an alternate format, call 703-324-3187, TTY 711.