Come to Lake Anne for fun!
Enjoy summer, while it lasts, in the “heart and soul of Reston”! Here’s a list of events scheduled for AUGUST 2009, and beyond, at Lake Anne Village Center
www.lakeanneplaza.com
Lake Anne Village Center is truly a unique place to dine, shop and play, and the plaza is a free Wi-Fi Zone.
AUGUST
Saturday Morning Music!
10 am:
Enjoy performances by local musicians during the market,
in front of Lake Anne Coffee House
11:30 am – 1 pm
Enjoy live band performances on Saturdays during the market,
in front of Reston’s Used Book Shop
Saturday, August 1: Snakehead Run – Street Corner Blues
Art Exhibitions at Lake Anne:
Reston Community Center at Lake Anne, Jo Ann Rose Gallery:
August 3 until September 8: 3 Generations of Reston Artists – works by Guy L. Rando, Marco Rando, Tony Rando, and Gaetano Rando
Open daily. Information: 703-476-4500
Reception: Sunday, August 9, 2 – 4 pm
All Welcome!
And, see “A Really Big Show” on display at RCC, a Lake Anne mural created by 12 artists of Reston Art Gallery & Studios.
Reston Art Gallery & Studios:
August 6 until September 3: “Summer Days” Group show of works by 12 artists. Open weekends, 12 – 5 pm, or by chance or appointment – 703-481-8156.
Free CHILDREN’S SHOWS
Through August 27
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. On the Plaza
Free half hour shows of fun, magic, music and more, presented by Lake Anne Merchants & Professionals Committee, in cooperation with MSE Productions. For Children’s Show information, call MSE Productions at 703-620-5554
August 4 Country Lady
August 6 Gleemania – Snow White
August 11 Zee Keyboard Man
August 13 Turley the Magician
August 18 Amazing Phil – Juggling, Swords & More!
August 20 Peter McCory One-Man Band
August 25 Bingo the Clown
August 27 Unicycle Lady Pirate Show
‘Take A Break’ Concert Series
Through August 20
7 – 9 pm, every Thursday On the Plaza
FREE outdoor concerts, presented by Reston Community Center (RCC) in cooperation with MSE Productions. For concert information, call RCC at 703-476-4500.
August 6 Big Hillbilly Bluegrass
August 13 Marty Nau Quartet (Bebop Jazz)
August 20 Iona (Traditional Pan-Celtic)
‘Stories and Such’
Saturday, August 15, 10:30 – 11 am
Mary and Sinclair will present stories and activities for children. Free. Reston’s Used Book Shop
Saturday Morning Music
10 am: Enjoy performances by local musicians during the market, in front of Lake Anne Coffee House.
11:30 am – 1 pm, in front of Reston’s Used Book Shop
Enjoy a live band performance every Saturday during the market.
Saturday, August 15: Lucia & Levi – Caribbean Calypso and Pop
Free Tastings
Thursday, August 13, 6:30 – 8 pm
Enjoy free samples of “Virginia’s Finest” gourmet treats, and hand made chocolates.
VIRGINIA WINES available at Lake Anne Florist. 703-437-8686
Lake Anne Florist and Chesapeake Chocolates
Book Club
Monday, August 17, 7:30 pm
Reston’s Used Book Shop
Family Fun Night!
Friday, August 21, 6:30 – 9 pm
An evening of free family fun on the plaza! Live entertainment, chaperoned games, prizes, free hot dogs and drinks for children. Presented by TLC 4 Kids Children’s Center, Washington Plaza Baptist Church, Friends of Lake Anne (FOLA)
“Salons for a Cure” at Salon Chakra
Sunday, August 30, 10 am – 2 pm
Proceeds from hair services will be donated to the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life – 100% of hair service receipts, 15% of retail product sales. Donations also accepted. Schedule an appointment at Salon Chakra: 703-707-8484
“The Heart & Soul of Reston” as told by Robert E. Simon, Jr.
DVDs now on sale! Exclusive 30-minute videography of Reston’s founder telling Reston’s history, highlighting the beauty of Lake Anne. Released on April 18, 2009, Reston Founder’s Day. Only $10 each, available at: Lake Anne Florist, Jasmine Café, Reston Art Gallery & Studios, Reston’s Used Book Shop, small change
Reston Museum – Re-Opening Soon!
See the newly refurbished interior and new exhibits scheduled to open in September: Tuesday through Friday, 12 pm – 5 pm. For news on upcoming events, plus a Nostalgia Contest, visit www.restonmuseum.org.
Reston FARMERS Market
Saturdays, May – October, 8 am – 12 pm Lake Anne Parking Area
Find the freshest, locally-grown produce, meats, dairy products, cut flowers, plants, plus gardening advice, and more. www.restonfarmersmarket.com
(No Market on Saturday, September 26 on Multicultural Festival day.)
Open Air BAZAAR
Saturdays, May – December, 9 am – 2 pm On the Plaza
Have fun shopping from outdoor vendors offering art, handcrafts, collectibles, and more at The Reston Market. Free live music and entertainment for children.
www.therestonmarket.com
Parent/Child Art & Craft Workshops
Every Saturday, 10 am – 12 pm
Artist Pat Macintyre presents free make-and-take projects for children, themed for the seasons. 703-481-8156
Reston Art Gallery & Studios OR, weather permitting, outside on the Lake Anne Quay
BOAT Rentals
Until September 6:
Thursdays & Fridays, 4 – 8 pm; Saturdays, 9 am – 5 pm; SUNDAYS, 11 am – 4 pm
Take a self-propelled voyage around Lake Anne in a paddleboat, canoe, kayak, or rowboat.
$6 per boat, per hour. Purchase tickets at Reston’s Used Book Shop, 703-435-9772. See dock attendant for information and boat selection.
‘Fountain Notes’
June through August, every Friday evening. Free.
Enjoy performances by emerging artists, and more. On the Plaza.
Presented by Friends of Lake Anne (FOLA)
Live Music to Dine By
Every Saturday, 6:30 pm-9:30 pm
703-471-9114
Jasmine Café
Adult Bible Study
Every Sunday, 9:30 am Washington Plaza Baptist Church
Studying Gospel of Mark
Worship Services
Every Sunday, 11 am Washington Plaza Baptist Church
www.washingtonplazachurch.com 703-471-5225
CHESS on the Plaza
Every day. Chess sets are available for free check-out at Reston’s Used Book Shop
SEPTEMBER
JO ANN ROSE GALLERY ART EXHIBITION
Reston Community Center at Lake Anne
1609-A Washington Plaza, Reston, Virginia 20190 – 703-476-4500
Show Dates Exhibit Description
9/08/09-10/05/09 Multicultural Festival Exhibition
‘Stories and Such’
Saturday, September 12, 10:30 – 11 am
Mary and Sinclair will present stories and activities for children. Free. Reston’s Used Book Shop
Reston Museum: Re-Opening!
Saturday, September 19
See the fascinating new exhibit in the newly renovated interior! Open Tuesday through Sunday, 12 pm – 5 pm. Volunteer docents may apply – for information, call 703-709-7700 or visit www.restonmuseum.org.
Reston Multicultural FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 26, 11 am – 5 pm
A world of entertainment, foods, displays, and fun for all ages on the plaza. Attendees are invited to dress in national costume and share their own culture. Admission and activities are free.
Presented by Reston Community Center, Reston Association, LARCA.
http://www.restoncommunitycenter.com/arts_community_MCF.shtml
(Note – NO Farmers Market on Multicultural Festival day, September 26.)
OCTOBER
Jazz & Blues Festival
Saturday, October 3, 1 pm until 6 pm
Presenting 2009 Grammy winners* Afro-Bop (http://www.youtube.com/AfroBop) and three more headline bands performing free live music all afternoon on the plaza. Food and beverages available with a small charge for wristbands. Seating available on the plaza, lawn chairs also welcome.
*Best Latin Jazz Group 2009 Grammy
JO ANN ROSE GALLERY ART EXHIBITION
Reston Community Center at Lake Anne
1609-A Washington Plaza, Reston, Virginia 20190 – 703-476-4500
Show Dates Reception Exhibit Description
10/05/09-11/02/09 10/11/09 Judged Photography Exhibit
2-4 pm Reston Photographic Society
Reston Home Tour – 8th Annual
Saturday, October 17, 10 am – 5 pm
Enjoy a self-guided tour of five outstanding private homes in Reston, included two located at Lake Anne. Proceeds benefit Reston Museum, 703-709-7700. Order tickets now, $30 pp at www.restonmuseum.org
NOVEMBER
JO ANN ROSE GALLERY ART EXHIBITION
Reston Community Center at Lake Anne
1609-A Washington Plaza, Reston, Virginia 20190 – 703-476-4500
Show Dates Reception Exhibit Description
11/02/09-11/30/09 11/08/09 Watercolors & Mixed Media
2-4 pm Lassie Corbett
DECEMBER
JO ANN ROSE GALLERY ART EXHIBITION
Reston Community Center at Lake Anne
1609-A Washington Plaza, Reston, Virginia 20190 – 703-476-4500
Show Dates Reception Exhibit Description
12/1/2009-1/04/2010 12/06/08 Annual “Gifts from the HeART”
2-4 pm to Benefit Reston Interfaith
Lake Anne Welcomes the Holidays ~
Santa Arrives by Barge!
Saturday, December 5
11 am – 1 pm: Free family fun with entertainment, a petting zoo, and the arrival of Santa by barge to meet children on the plaza at noon.
Light Up Lake Anne!
6 pm: Enjoy the Lake Anne tree lighting, caroling, and the plaza, balconies, and boats-afloat all aglow for the holiday season!
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