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2019–2020 Governing Board Julie Waters, Chair Xavier Jimenez Elizabeth John, Vice-Chair Suzanne LeMenestrel Check These Out! Terri Markwart, Secretary Megan Markwart Raj Mehra, Treasurer Alicia Plerhoples Maria Foderaro-Guertin Carla Post It’s back! Carole Herrick McLean Antiques Show & Sale Friends of MCC Saturday, Nov. 9–Sunday, Nov. 10 Cecilia D. Closs Bonnie Weston See page 43. President Treasurer Gordon Thomas Lori Wertz Vice President Secretary

Member at Large Sam Agarwal Carole Herrick Thamir Al-Hashimi Glenn Yarborough, Jr. Mary Anne Hampton Culinary Arts See page 10–15. MCC Sta Administration George Sachs, Executive Director Ashok Karra, Comptroller Holly Novak, Executive Assistant Sabrina Anwah, Information Officer David Craig, Graphic Designer & Webmaster The Old Firehouse Joe McGovern, Facilities Manager Vivian Brown, Information Technology Winter Break Trips Lindsey Hogan, Office Manager See page 63. Nadia Jaff, Accounts Payable Anne McAfee, Human Resources Specialist Ellen Fox, Administrative Assistant Georgia Mettauer, Administrative Assistant Recreation Aides Jonathan Davis, Booking Manager Here’s What Our Scott Bowen, Craig Morris, Susan Stankus, Steve Caruso, Tijani Musa, Al Peña Camacho Patrons Say... Performing Arts Sarah Schallern Treff, Director McLean Day 2019 Danielle Van Hook, Director, Youth Theatre Programs “The spirit of the day was joyful! Jennifer Garrett, Technical Director So many friendly, happy, smiling faces!” Justin King, Assistant Technical Director “Awesome job. Lovely community event.” Evelyn Hill, Patron Services Manager Cathryn Salisbury-Valerien, Theatre Technician Jeff Virchow, Performing Arts Assistant The Joshua Show at The Alden Jared Mercier, Audience Development Associate “The Joshua Show was absolutely delightful! Joshua is incredibly talented and I appreciated that General Programs Department Maggie Shea, General Programs Director the show was appropriate for children, but also Andrew Jennings, Youth Event/Instructional Manager highly entertaining for adults. I would absolutely Katie Fedora, Registrar come see him perform again.” Sue Dorsey, Assistant Registrar Sydney Duberstein, Senior Programs Coordinator Aerobic Workout Nadia Kader, Youth Event Coordinator “The instructor is excellent—always positive, Catherine Nesbitt, Special Events Manager upbeat, helpful and very pleasant.” Robert Brown, Special Events Assistant Manager Mike Fisher, Old Firehouse General Manager Ashlyn Thompson, Old Firehouse Manager Andrew Carter, Old Firehouse Manager TABLE OF CONTENTS

Letter from the Executive Director...... 2 THE McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER 1234 Ingleside Ave • McLean, VA 22101 Center News...... 3 Classes...... 8 Main telephone number: 703-790-0123 TTY: 711 (hearing impaired only) Bridge...... 9 Registration: 703-744-9365 Business...... 9 Fax: 703-653-9435 Chess...... 10 HOURS: Culinary Arts...... 10 Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–11 p.m. Dance...... 15 Friday: 8 a.m.–midnight Dog Training...... 20 Saturday: 9 a.m.–midnight Fencing...... 21 Sunday: noon–6 p.m. : Fitness...... 21 Website www.mcleancenter.org E-mail: [email protected] Senior Fitness...... 24 Music...... The Center will be CLOSED on the following days: 25 Labor Day (9/2), Columbus Day (10/14), Performing Arts...... 27 Veterans Day (11/11), Thanksgiving (11/28–29), Safety...... 27 Christmas Eve ( ½ day, 12/24) and Christmas Day (12/25). Science & Technology...... 28 The Alden Box Office: 703-790-9223 Senior Moments...... 29 McLean Project for the Arts: 703-790-1953 Soccer...... 33 Old Firehouse Center: 703-448-8336 Visual Arts...... 34 1440 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, VA 22101 Writing...... 38 The McLean Community Center reserves the right to Open Activities...... 39 photograph and videotape all of its activities, events, classes, programs and facilities for promotional purposes. Calendar...... 40 ...... Are You a McLean Community Center Special Events 42 Tax District Resident? McLean Traveler...... 45 You are a McLean Community Center supporter if you live McLean Project for the Arts...... 48 within the following boundaries: NORTH: The Potomac River The Alden...... 50 EAST: The Arlington County Line Youth Events...... 59 WEST: The Old Firehouse (Teens)...... 61 SOUTH: Route 66, Route 7 or Dulles Access Road (whichever is furthest north) Registration Information...... 64 Still not sure? Call the Center at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, prior to registering for programs that have nonresident fees. “From the Women of Jamestown to the American Revolution” Page 45 Like us on Facebook Love us on Instagram Pin us on Pinterest www.facebook.com/ www.instagram.com/ www.pinterest.com/ Photo courtesy of Jamestown- mcleanvacenter mcleancenterva mcLeanvacenter Yorktown Foundation.

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WHO WE ARE, WHAT WE DO The McLean Community Center (MCC) was built and is funded by residents of Greater McLean for their use through a real estate tax Hello neighbor! How are you? How well do you know your surcharge, the result of a 1970 neighborhood, this town of ours? This fall, we are offering ample bond referendum (Small District CENTER opportunities for you to get to know your neighborhood and some of 1A-Dranesville). the many wonderful people and organizations in it. Center facilities include the 383-seat Alden Theatre, the In collaboration with the McLean Project for the Arts and the Greater McLean Project for the Arts McLean Chamber of Commerce, MCC is participating in a “Fall for NEWS galleries, the Susan B. DuVal Art McLean” campaign to encourage you, other residents of Fairfax County Studio, meeting and conference and visitors to our area to take some time to discover McLean in new rooms, a rehearsal studio, a ways this fall. We hope you will join us for these special events. See multipurpose classroom and page 7 for more detailed information. catering kitchen. Among these events, you will notice our new McLean Pet Fest. You may The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (BOS) appointed Individual Votes for Adult Candidates Local open clubs and organizations recall MCC offered this event some years ago, but what you will five new members to the MCC Governing Board at its use the Center for their monthly experience this year is a newly expanded version with exhibitors and meeting on Tuesday, June 4. The new members, all Candidates (in alphabetical order) Total Votes meetings with a nominal charge. information to help you become the best pet parent possible. Also, two residents of Small District 1A-Dranesville, won seats on the Maria Foderaro-Guertin 332 Center facilities may be rented for of our longest-running special events return after a two-year hiatus. The board by getting the highest number of votes at the Board private functions such as business McLean Antiques Show & Sale and the McLean Holiday Crafts Show are election, which was held on McLean Day 2019 on Suzanne LeMenestrel 338 conferences, receptions, parties both back and better than ever! We know you have missed them, and Saturday, May 18, at Lewinsville Park. Sun Park 241 and recitals. District residents and we have missed them too. The League of Women Voters acted as tellers. MCC businesses pay reduced fees. Carla Post 344 Registrations for McLean Youth Music, dance, theater and even magic are on the menu for The Alden’s Governing Board Elections & Nominations Committee Athletics and McLean Little League 2019-2020 Season. This will be the first full season The Alden has Chair Carole Herrick certified the results to Dranesville Barbara Protacio 215 activities are regularly held at the offered in two years and it is packed with a wide variety of District Supervisor John W. Foust, who presented the Center, and information on their world-renowned, innovative artists providing entertainment for all ages. successful candidates’ names to the BOS. Write-ins 11 activities is always available. Check out the Season-at-a-Glance on pages 51–52 and make plans to The MCC Election and Nominations Committee certified purchase your tickets now. Individual Votes for Youth Candidates The Center also operates the the winners as: Candidates (in alphabetical order) Total Votes award-winning Old Firehouse The fall season is a season of growth, so it’s a perfect time to take a Adults, three-year terms: Center, located at 1440 Chain class! We have several new class offerings, including Cuban Cuisine and LANGLEY HIGH SCHOOL BOUNDARY AREA Bridge Rd. in downtown McLean. Cook Once, Eat for Days (Culinary Arts), Giant Foods’ Six Weeks to Alizé Ashraf 23 Wellness (Fitness) and Beginner Dog Obedience (Dog Training), among many others. MCC is a convenient and affordable continuing education Anna Krause-Steinrauf 23 resource for area residents, and we think it’s one of the special features Megan Markwart 48 that make McLean so unique. Write-ins 5 Carla Post Suzanne Maria Foderaro- Looking forward to seeing you soon, LeMenestrel Guertin McLEAN HIGH SCHOOL BOUNDARY AREA Sabrina Benmira 31 Youths, one-year term: Xavier Jimenez 49 Lindsea Strelser 21 George Sachs Write-ins 1 Executive Director McLean Community Center For more detailed information, call the Center at 7037900123 711 or visit our website: Langley High School Area: McLean High School Area: . Megan Markwart Xavier Jimenez

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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (BOS) appointed Individual Votes for Adult Candidates five new members to the MCC Governing Board at its meeting on Tuesday, June 4. The new members, all Candidates (in alphabetical order) Total Votes residents of Small District 1A-Dranesville, won seats on the Maria Foderaro-Guertin 332 board by getting the highest number of votes at the Board election, which was held on McLean Day 2019 on Suzanne LeMenestrel 338 Saturday, May 18, at Lewinsville Park. Sun Park 241 The League of Women Voters acted as tellers. MCC Carla Post 344 Governing Board Elections & Nominations Committee Chair Carole Herrick certified the results to Dranesville Barbara Protacio 215 District Supervisor John W. Foust, who presented the successful candidates’ names to the BOS. Write-ins 11 The MCC Election and Nominations Committee certified the winners as: Individual Votes for Youth Candidates Candidates (in alphabetical order) Total Votes Adults, three-year terms: LANGLEY HIGH SCHOOL BOUNDARY AREA Alizé Ashraf 23 Anna Krause-Steinrauf 23 Megan Markwart 48 Write-ins 5 Carla Post Suzanne Maria Foderaro- LeMenestrel Guertin McLEAN HIGH SCHOOL BOUNDARY AREA Sabrina Benmira 31 Youths, one-year term: Xavier Jimenez 49 Lindsea Strelser 21 Write-ins 1

For more detailed information, call the Center at 7037900123 711 or visit our website: Langley High School Area: McLean High School Area: . Megan Markwart Xavier Jimenez

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11 2021 2019 The McLean Community Center (MCC) Governing Board invites Small District The Alden Theatre has awarded scholarships to 11 local 1A-Dranesville tax district residents to attend a Public Hearing on the Center’s high school students through the 2019 James C. FY2021 Budget at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the center. The 2021 Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship Competition. fiscal year runs from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021. Residents who would like The competition began with a preliminary audition in to speak at the public hearing should call the Center at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, to February and culminated with final competitions on stage have their names added to the speakers’ list. at The Alden on Wednesday, March 27 and Wednesday, Dance May 15. Residents are also invited to attend a meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10, when the full 1st Place Isabela Swigart, McLean High School MCC Board will meet as a Finance Committee of the Whole to work on the details of The James C. Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship the FY2021 draft budget proposal. The budget outcomes of this 7:30 p.m. meeting will Competition encourages artistic achievement and 2nd Place Lindsay Muangman, Langley High School be presented at the public hearing and posted on the MCC website the first week in October. promotes study in the arts by high school students who reside or attend school in the McLean district (Small Instrumental Music The MCC Board will adopt a final budget proposal at its meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 7:30 p.m. District 1A-Dranesville). Scholarship prizes of $1,200 are st The final budget will be approved by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in spring 2020. 1 Place Simon Jian Mostaghim, The Potomac School awarded to students placing first in each of four nd For more information, visit , or call 7037900123 711. categories: Dance, Instrumental Music, Theater and Vocal 2 Place Lindsay Muangman, Langley High School Music. Second-place winners are awarded $800 and 3rd Place Isabela Swigart, McLean High School third-place winners win $400. Theater 1st Place Hannah Cadenazzi, Langley High School 2019 2nd Place Ruby Larimer, McLean High School At its annual meeting on Monday, June 10, the Friends of the McLean Community Center (FMCC) awarded its 2019 3rd Place Kristen Waagner, McLean High School “Friend in Deed” Award to McLean Community Center Executive Director George Sachs. Sachs is the 28th Vocal Music person to receive the award “with gratitude for 1st Place Cynthia Hu, Langley High School outstanding leadership and support of the McLean Community Center.” 2nd Place Tracy Waagner, McLean High School FMCC President W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr., recognized 3rd Place Nicolle Hendzel, Langley High School Sachs for working to conceptualize, redesign, successfully fund and see to completion the $8 million renovation of the Center’s Ingleside Avenue facility. “No one has had a more profound influence on McLean and the McLean Dancer, Choreographer and Instructor Chelsea H. Community Center than George,” said Yarborough. Smith; Dancer, Actor, Choreographer and Professional  Former MCC Governing Board Chair Paul Kohlenberger, Teaching Artist Terlene D. Terry-Todd; and Youth “George brought home the refurbishment of the MCC Simon Jian Mostaghim, Cynthia Hu and Hannah Cadenazzi. and gave all of us a center of McLean for all, Program Manager at Dance Place Namajala Naomi  Isabela Swigart and Lindsay Muangman. Washington-Roque. young and old.” W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr. and George Sachs. The 24-month renovation and expansion project Pianist John Eaton; Peabody increased the Center’s footprint by an additional 7,256 Conservatory Musicology Faculty Member Suhnne Ahn; square feet and added three new meeting and activity and Washington National Opera Administrator rooms. A new stairway to the second floor of the Anne-Carolyn Bird. building, where The Alden Theatre’s balcony and the Text: to 22828 Shakespeare Theatre Company Associate McLean Project for the Arts are located, was added as to get started. (Message and Director of Education and Training Brent Stansell; was a new, glass-enclosed courtyard at the center data rates may apply.) Loudoun County Public Schools Performing Arts of the building. Specialist J. Mark Rogers; and Herndon Middle School Sachs’ name will be added to the list of award recipients Theatre Arts Director Scott D. Pafumi. on the “Friend in Deed” plaque displayed in the Center’s American University Performing Arts main lobby. Like us on Facebook Love us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Adjunct Instructor Kelly Smith Jones; Washington For more information on Friends of MCC or to volunteer, www.facebook.com/ @mcleancenterva @mcleanvacenter National Opera Administrator Anne-Carolyn Bird; and mcleanvacenter Wolf Trap Opera and Classical Programming Assistant visit . Director Morgan Brophy.

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11 2021 2019 The McLean Community Center (MCC) Governing Board invites Small District The Alden Theatre has awarded scholarships to 11 local 1A-Dranesville tax district residents to attend a Public Hearing on the Center’s high school students through the 2019 James C. FY2021 Budget at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the center. The 2021 Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship Competition. fiscal year runs from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021. Residents who would like The competition began with a preliminary audition in to speak at the public hearing should call the Center at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, to February and culminated with final competitions on stage have their names added to the speakers’ list. at The Alden on Wednesday, March 27 and Wednesday, Dance May 15. Residents are also invited to attend a meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10, when the full 1st Place Isabela Swigart, McLean High School MCC Board will meet as a Finance Committee of the Whole to work on the details of The James C. Macdonald Performing Arts Scholarship the FY2021 draft budget proposal. The budget outcomes of this 7:30 p.m. meeting will Competition encourages artistic achievement and 2nd Place Lindsay Muangman, Langley High School be presented at the public hearing and posted on the MCC website the first week in October. promotes study in the arts by high school students who reside or attend school in the McLean district (Small Instrumental Music The MCC Board will adopt a final budget proposal at its meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 7:30 p.m. District 1A-Dranesville). Scholarship prizes of $1,200 are st The final budget will be approved by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in spring 2020. 1 Place Simon Jian Mostaghim, The Potomac School awarded to students placing first in each of four nd For more information, visit , or call 7037900123 711. categories: Dance, Instrumental Music, Theater and Vocal 2 Place Lindsay Muangman, Langley High School Music. Second-place winners are awarded $800 and 3rd Place Isabela Swigart, McLean High School third-place winners win $400. Theater 1st Place Hannah Cadenazzi, Langley High School 2019 2nd Place Ruby Larimer, McLean High School At its annual meeting on Monday, June 10, the Friends of the McLean Community Center (FMCC) awarded its 2019 3rd Place Kristen Waagner, McLean High School “Friend in Deed” Award to McLean Community Center Executive Director George Sachs. Sachs is the 28th Vocal Music person to receive the award “with gratitude for 1st Place Cynthia Hu, Langley High School outstanding leadership and support of the McLean Community Center.” 2nd Place Tracy Waagner, McLean High School FMCC President W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr., recognized 3rd Place Nicolle Hendzel, Langley High School Sachs for working to conceptualize, redesign, successfully fund and see to completion the $8 million renovation of the Center’s Ingleside Avenue facility. “No one has had a more profound influence on McLean and the McLean Dancer, Choreographer and Instructor Chelsea H. Community Center than George,” said Yarborough. Smith; Dancer, Actor, Choreographer and Professional  Former MCC Governing Board Chair Paul Kohlenberger, Teaching Artist Terlene D. Terry-Todd; and Youth “George brought home the refurbishment of the MCC Simon Jian Mostaghim, Cynthia Hu and Hannah Cadenazzi. and gave all of us a center of McLean for all, Program Manager at Dance Place Namajala Naomi  Isabela Swigart and Lindsay Muangman. Washington-Roque. young and old.” W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr. and George Sachs. The 24-month renovation and expansion project Pianist John Eaton; Peabody increased the Center’s footprint by an additional 7,256 Conservatory Musicology Faculty Member Suhnne Ahn; square feet and added three new meeting and activity and Washington National Opera Administrator rooms. A new stairway to the second floor of the Anne-Carolyn Bird. building, where The Alden Theatre’s balcony and the Text: to 22828 Shakespeare Theatre Company Associate McLean Project for the Arts are located, was added as to get started. (Message and Director of Education and Training Brent Stansell; was a new, glass-enclosed courtyard at the center data rates may apply.) Loudoun County Public Schools Performing Arts of the building. Specialist J. Mark Rogers; and Herndon Middle School Sachs’ name will be added to the list of award recipients Theatre Arts Director Scott D. Pafumi. on the “Friend in Deed” plaque displayed in the Center’s American University Performing Arts main lobby. Like us on Facebook Love us on Instagram Follow us on Twitter Adjunct Instructor Kelly Smith Jones; Washington For more information on Friends of MCC or to volunteer, www.facebook.com/ @mcleancenterva @mcleanvacenter National Opera Administrator Anne-Carolyn Bird; and mcleanvacenter Wolf Trap Opera and Classical Programming Assistant visit . Director Morgan Brophy.

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Jennifer Garrett, Technical Director Harvest A Bushel of Happy Memories! The Alden After almost 30 years of serving as Technical Director of The Alden Theatre, Jennifer Garrett still cannot accurately predict McLean Community Center This autumn,Fa you can havefo your McLeapick of entertaining and interesting what might happen when she family-friendly events. As the weather cools, McLean’s schedule is heating shows up for work. “On any given up with colorful and exciting new opportunities. Make plans now to leave day, I could be writing your dull routine and explore this cool crop of special occasions. specifications for an upgrade or maintenance project, looking at technical riders for artists performing here in the future; The mission of the McLean Community McLean Community Center McLean Chamber of Commerce advancing this year’s performances with artists or their Center is to provide a sense of community by agents; or designing staging and lighting for an event undertaking programs; assisting community taking place that day—not to mention taking care of the organizations; and furnishing facilities for civic, Harves Haening Suit & Sneaker basic administrative duties County employees have,” she cultural, educational, recreational and social Saturday, Sept. 28 Thursday, Oct. 3 said. “It never grows old.” activities apportioned fairly to all residents of see p. 59 Visit: www.mcleanchamber.org Despite the challenges, Garrett’s love for her job and her Small District 1A-Dranesville. McLean Community Center McLean Project for the Arts commitment to making The Alden exceptional are evident. The Alden’s tagline “Small Stage, Big Talent” rings true as the theater presents more than 75 shows The McLean Community Center is a “hub” for each year, including such famous entertainers as Chita McLean’s Community! McLeaSaturday, Oct. 5K 5 MPAarfesSunday, Oct. 6 Rivera and Brian Stokes Mitchell. see p. 43 see p. 49 Before joining the staff here, Garrett earned a B.A. in Theatre from the University of Maryland, College Park and We recognize the role entrusted McLean Community Center was the technical director of the famed Duke Ellington to us to be good stewards of MCC’s funds, School of the Arts from 1985 to 1990. “I love theater resources and assets. technology. Being able to contribute to making The McLeaSunday, PeOct. 20 Fes We are accountable to create Alden a first-class venue, while keeping its intimacy and see p. 43 friendly vibes gives me immense satisfaction,” she said. services of value to our tax district residents. “And, yes, I am a geek.” We make good use of all Garrett said she is “extremely fortunate” to have a great available resources. staff (Assistant Technical Director Justin King and Theatre We constantly Technician Cat Salisbury-Valerien). “Together we strive to ensure that artists and patrons experience the best the seek out new ways to do things faster, better or theater can offer,” she said. The excellence of the theater more economically. has been recognized regionally and in the national 50 We show respect to each other and to McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, Va. 22101 publication, Stage Directions, which featured an article on the residents we serve. The Alden in September 2007. We work together as one team to In her spare time, Garrett studies her family’s history and accomplish our goals. has discovered ancestors from Germany and the Germanna Colony of Virginia. A self-proclaimed “cat We strive to provide high-quality Friday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. On Sunday, most books are $10 a grocery bag. lady” (she currently has seven), she also has an interest in services in a courteous and friendly manner. Saturday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Credit Cards are accepted. alternative religions and herbalism. Sunday, Sept. 15, noon-4 p.m. We give residents clear and Proceeds support American Association of You can contact Garrett at 703-744-9357 or For more information: 703-527-4206 University Women's Educational Opportunities . programmatic affairs. [email protected] Fund and local scholarships.

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Jennifer Garrett, Technical Director Harvest A Bushel of Happy Memories! The Alden After almost 30 years of serving as Technical Director of The Alden Theatre, Jennifer Garrett still cannot accurately predict McLean Community Center This autumn,Fa you can havefo your McLeapick of entertaining and interesting what might happen when she family-friendly events. As the weather cools, McLean’s schedule is heating shows up for work. “On any given up with colorful and exciting new opportunities. Make plans now to leave day, I could be writing your dull routine and explore this cool crop of special occasions. specifications for an upgrade or maintenance project, looking at technical riders for artists performing here in the future; The mission of the McLean Community McLean Community Center McLean Chamber of Commerce advancing this year’s performances with artists or their Center is to provide a sense of community by agents; or designing staging and lighting for an event undertaking programs; assisting community taking place that day—not to mention taking care of the organizations; and furnishing facilities for civic, Harves Haening Suit & Sneaker basic administrative duties County employees have,” she cultural, educational, recreational and social Saturday, Sept. 28 Thursday, Oct. 3 said. “It never grows old.” activities apportioned fairly to all residents of see p. 59 Visit: www.mcleanchamber.org Despite the challenges, Garrett’s love for her job and her Small District 1A-Dranesville. McLean Community Center McLean Project for the Arts commitment to making The Alden exceptional are evident. The Alden’s tagline “Small Stage, Big Talent” rings true as the theater presents more than 75 shows The McLean Community Center is a “hub” for each year, including such famous entertainers as Chita McLean’s Community! McLeaSaturday, Oct. 5K 5 MPAarfesSunday, Oct. 6 Rivera and Brian Stokes Mitchell. see p. 43 see p. 49 Before joining the staff here, Garrett earned a B.A. in Theatre from the University of Maryland, College Park and We recognize the role entrusted McLean Community Center was the technical director of the famed Duke Ellington to us to be good stewards of MCC’s funds, School of the Arts from 1985 to 1990. “I love theater resources and assets. technology. Being able to contribute to making The McLeaSunday, PeOct. 20 Fes We are accountable to create Alden a first-class venue, while keeping its intimacy and see p. 43 friendly vibes gives me immense satisfaction,” she said. services of value to our tax district residents. “And, yes, I am a geek.” We make good use of all Garrett said she is “extremely fortunate” to have a great available resources. staff (Assistant Technical Director Justin King and Theatre We constantly Technician Cat Salisbury-Valerien). “Together we strive to ensure that artists and patrons experience the best the seek out new ways to do things faster, better or theater can offer,” she said. The excellence of the theater more economically. has been recognized regionally and in the national 50 We show respect to each other and to McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, Va. 22101 publication, Stage Directions, which featured an article on the residents we serve. The Alden in September 2007. We work together as one team to In her spare time, Garrett studies her family’s history and accomplish our goals. has discovered ancestors from Germany and the Germanna Colony of Virginia. A self-proclaimed “cat We strive to provide high-quality Friday, Sept. 13, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. On Sunday, most books are $10 a grocery bag. lady” (she currently has seven), she also has an interest in services in a courteous and friendly manner. Saturday, Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Credit Cards are accepted. alternative religions and herbalism. Sunday, Sept. 15, noon-4 p.m. We give residents clear and Proceeds support American Association of You can contact Garrett at 703-744-9357 or For more information: 703-527-4206 University Women's Educational Opportunities . programmatic affairs. [email protected] Fund and local scholarships.

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BRIDGE Supervised Bridge Play Class This class is for you if you have taken Bridge I and/or II CLASSES FOR ADULTS and are looking for an open play format to continue Beginner Bridge I playing. The facilitator will be available for questions; but there will not be a lesson plan or lecture provided. Learn how to play bridge or get a refresher if you haven’t played in years and want to start over again. You will learn Facilitator: Marilyn Golias, American Contract Bridge cover point count evaluation, opening bids, no trumps and League director. basic conventions. There will be a lecture, then you will Class Information Chef John Bauhs, Culinary Arts Instructor play bridge hands to practice what you have learned. 8 lessons 2 hrs $159/$128 MCC district residents For some, feels like Instructor: Marilyn Golias, American Contract Bridge climbing Mount Everest but for League director. Activity No. Date Time MCC Culinary Arts Instructor 1954.219 Th, 9/19–11/14* 4:45–6:45 p.m. Chef John Bauhs, “cooking Class Information life” is a fantastic voyage. That 8 lessons 2 hrs $159/$128 MCC district residents* *No lesson on 11/7. voyage includes the far reaches of our globe, including Activity No. Date Time Antarctica, Bangladesh, Cuba 1951.219 Th, 9/19–11/14** 7–9 p.m. and Norway. Bauhs served for four months at Amundsen-Scott 1952.219 F, 9/20–11/15** 10 a.m.–noon South Pole Station, Antarctica *Bridge manual fee: $10, make check payable to Marilyn (2011-2012), and recently Golias. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. completed a trip to northern Norway where he explored Arctic geography, the people of the Arctic **No lesson on 11/7 and 11/8. and their delicious food—all under a 24-hour sun! He also visited the southern village where his grandmother Beginner Bridge II BUSINESS was born. For students who have taken Bridge I. Class consists of a lecture followed by playing bridge hands. Let's compete CLASSES FOR CHILDREN A native of Portage, Wis., he received a bachelor of with overcalls-responses and more basic conventions is an educational organization Business Administration from the University of (Stayman, weak twos, transfers, unusual NT and more). SPARK Business Academy Wisconsin-Whitewater. After a successful business career, dedicated to promoting financial literacy and he toured nationally as a professional drummer with bands Instructor: Marilyn Golias, American Contract Bridge entrepreneurship for young people. These innovative such as The Useless Playboys of Richmond, Va. Today, the League director. classes and camps empower children with the tools and mindset to make sound financial decisions and develop band’s lead singer, Mike Geier, is better known as Puddles Class Information the Clown (Puddles Pity Party). After leaving the road, into responsible global citizens. For more information Bauhs graduated from culinary school and began his 8 lessons 2 hrs $159/$128 MCC district residents* about SPARK Business Academy, check their website, . worldwide cooking voyage. He said he has been honored Activity No. Date Time www.sparkbusinessacademy.com to teach at MCC for 15 years and “For people of all ages, learning love for food is so vital, so important.” 1953.219 F, 9/20–11/15** 12:30–2:30 p.m. Young Diplomats In today’s increasingly interconnected world, it’s critical In recent years, he has received public safety training and *Bridge manual fee: $10, make check payable to Marilyn for students to develop a global mindset and build is currently a member of the Community Emergency Golias. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. international awareness early in life. Topics include world Response Team for Montgomery County, Md. He is a **No lesson on 11/8. currencies, cultural differences, current global events, certified CPR and First Aid instructor and deploys to international trade and exchange rates, the UN and countries and territories that have experienced disasters The World Bank. as part of a team. “Being able to provide a warm meal to people who are experiencing a need has added a deeper Instructor: SPARK Business Academy Staff. meaning to what I do professionally,” he said. “I teach to 5–9 years continue the gift of The harvest is here, love for food passed Class Information and we’re cooking up to me by my grand- 8 lessons 1 hr $199/$160 MCC district residents new workshops for parents and to share Fall Poultry, Fall Fish, that passion with a Activity No. Date Time Fall Vegetables, Fall new generation of 1027.219 M, 9/16–11/18* 4:30–5:30 p.m. Cookies and more! cooks.” Pages 12–13. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11.

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BRIDGE Supervised Bridge Play Class This class is for you if you have taken Bridge I and/or II CLASSES FOR ADULTS and are looking for an open play format to continue Beginner Bridge I playing. The facilitator will be available for questions; but there will not be a lesson plan or lecture provided. Learn how to play bridge or get a refresher if you haven’t played in years and want to start over again. You will learn Facilitator: Marilyn Golias, American Contract Bridge cover point count evaluation, opening bids, no trumps and League director. basic conventions. There will be a lecture, then you will Class Information Chef John Bauhs, Culinary Arts Instructor play bridge hands to practice what you have learned. 8 lessons 2 hrs $159/$128 MCC district residents For some, cooking feels like Instructor: Marilyn Golias, American Contract Bridge climbing Mount Everest but for League director. Activity No. Date Time MCC Culinary Arts Instructor 1954.219 Th, 9/19–11/14* 4:45–6:45 p.m. Chef John Bauhs, “cooking Class Information life” is a fantastic voyage. That 8 lessons 2 hrs $159/$128 MCC district residents* *No lesson on 11/7. voyage includes the far reaches of our globe, including Activity No. Date Time Antarctica, Bangladesh, Cuba 1951.219 Th, 9/19–11/14** 7–9 p.m. and Norway. Bauhs served for four months at Amundsen-Scott 1952.219 F, 9/20–11/15** 10 a.m.–noon South Pole Station, Antarctica *Bridge manual fee: $10, make check payable to Marilyn (2011-2012), and recently Golias. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. completed a trip to northern Norway where he explored Arctic geography, the people of the Arctic **No lesson on 11/7 and 11/8. and their delicious food—all under a 24-hour sun! He also visited the southern village where his grandmother Beginner Bridge II BUSINESS was born. For students who have taken Bridge I. Class consists of a lecture followed by playing bridge hands. Let's compete CLASSES FOR CHILDREN A native of Portage, Wis., he received a bachelor of with overcalls-responses and more basic conventions is an educational organization Business Administration from the University of (Stayman, weak twos, transfers, unusual NT and more). SPARK Business Academy Wisconsin-Whitewater. After a successful business career, dedicated to promoting financial literacy and he toured nationally as a professional drummer with bands Instructor: Marilyn Golias, American Contract Bridge entrepreneurship for young people. These innovative such as The Useless Playboys of Richmond, Va. Today, the League director. classes and camps empower children with the tools and mindset to make sound financial decisions and develop band’s lead singer, Mike Geier, is better known as Puddles Class Information the Clown (Puddles Pity Party). After leaving the road, into responsible global citizens. For more information Bauhs graduated from culinary school and began his 8 lessons 2 hrs $159/$128 MCC district residents* about SPARK Business Academy, check their website, . worldwide cooking voyage. He said he has been honored Activity No. Date Time www.sparkbusinessacademy.com to teach at MCC for 15 years and “For people of all ages, learning love for food is so vital, so important.” 1953.219 F, 9/20–11/15** 12:30–2:30 p.m. Young Diplomats In today’s increasingly interconnected world, it’s critical In recent years, he has received public safety training and *Bridge manual fee: $10, make check payable to Marilyn for students to develop a global mindset and build is currently a member of the Community Emergency Golias. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. international awareness early in life. Topics include world Response Team for Montgomery County, Md. He is a **No lesson on 11/8. currencies, cultural differences, current global events, certified CPR and First Aid instructor and deploys to international trade and exchange rates, the UN and countries and territories that have experienced disasters The World Bank. as part of a team. “Being able to provide a warm meal to people who are experiencing a need has added a deeper Instructor: SPARK Business Academy Staff. meaning to what I do professionally,” he said. “I teach to 5–9 years continue the gift of The harvest is here, love for food passed Class Information and we’re cooking up to me by my grand- 8 lessons 1 hr $199/$160 MCC district residents new workshops for parents and to share Fall Poultry, Fall Fish, that passion with a Activity No. Date Time Fall Vegetables, Fall new generation of 1027.219 M, 9/16–11/18* 4:30–5:30 p.m. Cookies and more! cooks.” Pages 12–13. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11.

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Bulls & Bears Stock Market Club CULINARY ARTS 8–12 years Kids’ Holiday Cookies Learn how investors make (and lose) money in the stock Class Information Shape, bake and decorate sugar cookies to eat and share market and how you can start investing successfully at a CLASSES FOR CHILDREN with family and friends. young age. In this hands-on class, students use a cool 2 lessons 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents Kids’ Cupcakes Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. stock trading simulation tool with real-time market data to Cupcake , decorating and eating. Lots of flavors, Activity No. Date Time select a $10,000 stock portfolio and analyze performance 8–12 years frostings and fillings. over time, “learning by doing.” Smart investing will help 1242.219 Tu–W, 10/22–10/23 4:15–6:15 p.m. Class Information you meet long-term financial goals. Make your money Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. work hard for you! Topics include stocks and bonds, stock 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents 8–12 years Kids’ Ramen Class price graphs, risk, return and diversification, mutual funds, No packets of skinny noodles and pouches of MSG in Activity No. Date Time rate of return and case studies. A solid foundation for Class Information this class. Kids learn to make noodle dough from scratch, successful future investors! 1333.219 M, 12/9 5–7 p.m. 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents then roll, stretch and cut the dough into fresh noodles to Instructor: SPARK Business Academy Staff. be boiled and enjoyed with a variety of classic ramen Activity No. Date Time ingredients. Participants also learn to make the wonderful 9–13 years 1331.219 M, 9/30 5–7 p.m. simmered broths including sweet pork, vegetable, Class Information chicken and miso. 8 lessons 1 hr $199/$160 MCC district residents Kids’ Knife Skills Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. Date Time Empower your child to help with the cooking by having 8–12 years him or her learn knife skills. Students will learn special Class Information 1028.219 M, 9/16–11/18* 5:30–6:30 p.m. techniques for cutting onions, carrots, peppers and other *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. vegetables, and learn how to garlic, mince 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents and chiffonade lettuce. A light meal will be served. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. CHESS 1243.219 Th, 10/24 4:15–6:15 p.m. CLASSES FOR ADULTS 8–12 years CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Knife Skills and Techniques Class Information Chess Club Become acquainted with the most important chef’s tools 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents and your time in the kitchen will be transformed. In this All grades and skill levels are Activity No. Date Time hands-on class, you'll learn basic knife skills and practice welcome. Learn chess from a the fundamental cuts. Plus, you’ll practice how to keep Silver Knights Enrichment 1241.219 M, 10/21 4:15–6:15 p.m. knives maintained and sharp. coach! Class time is split between lesson and play. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Lessons range from learning Cooking, Manners and Etiquette Class Information the rules to advanced In the first class, students will prepare a variety of foods, tournament strategies. Play thenCooking, sit and enjoy Manners the rewards and Etiquetteof their labor while 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents time is structured to pair each discussingIn the first the class, concepts students and will rules prepare of manners a variety and of foods, Activity No. Date Time student against an opponent etiquette.then sit and A four-course, enjoy the rewards restaurant-style of their labor meal whilewill be Kids’ Potatoes and Pasta 1334.219 Tu, 9/17 7–10 p.m. of similar skill. Silver Knights serveddiscussing in the the second concepts class andand rulesthe students’ of manners dining and Potatoes are delicious anytime—breakfast, lunch and will supply all the equipment etiquetteetiquette. will A befour-course, critiqued inrestaurant-style a fun and productive meal will manner be dinner. Mashing, baking, slicing, creamy and cheesy! Fresh byserved Chef Joel.in the second class and the students’ dining during chess club. Students pasta is delicious and making pasta yourself is easy! Cuban Cuisine will have the opportunity to etiquette will be critiqued in a fun and productive manner Day One: Vegetable Minestrone with Herbed Garlic Students will create pasta dough by hand and machine, play in tournaments. by Chef Joel. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Chef John’s most Flatbread; Turkey Meatballs with Marinara Sauce and which can be the base for endless variations and shapes, recent trip to Havana in this very unique class! Learn how Instructor: Silver Knights Noodles;Day One: Sugar Vegetable Crisp; Common Minestrone Courtesy; with Herbed Manners Garlic and both flat noodles and macaroni. to prepare tostones rellenos, vaca frita, malanga fritters Enrichment. EtiquetteFlatbread; 101; Turkey Guest Meatballs and Host. with Marinara Sauce and Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. and tuna tartare with mango. DayNoodles; Two: Bread Sugar and Crisp; Butter Common Basket; Courtesy; Baked Potato Manners Soup; and 5–12 years MixedEtiquette Green 101; Salad Guest with and Homemade Host. Day French Two: BreadDressing; and 8–12 years Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. ChickenButter Basket;Wellingtons Baked with Potato Classic Soup; Veloute; Mixed Herbed Green RiceSalad Class Information Class Information Class Information Pilaf;with Vegetable Homemade Side French Dish; Dressing; Fresh Fruit Chicken Napoleons; Wellingtons 8 lessons 1 hr $139/$104 MCC district residents Mannerswith Classic and EtiquetteVeloute; Herbed102. Recipes Rice Pilaf; and handoutsVegetable will Side be 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents presentedDish; Fresh at theFruit end Napoleons; of Day Two. Manners and Etiquette 102. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Recipes and handouts will be presented at the end of Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 1891.219 W, 9/25–11/13 6–7 p.m. Class Two. 1332.219 M, 11/18 5–7 p.m. 1335.219 W, 9/18 7–10 p.m. Continued on next page. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 10 McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER | 703-790-0123 CLASSES • BUSINESS/CHESS/CULINARY ARTS

Bulls & Bears Stock Market Club CULINARY ARTS 8–12 years Kids’ Holiday Cookies Learn how investors make (and lose) money in the stock Class Information Shape, bake and decorate sugar cookies to eat and share market and how you can start investing successfully at a CLASSES FOR CHILDREN with family and friends. young age. In this hands-on class, students use a cool 2 lessons 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents Kids’ Cupcakes Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. stock trading simulation tool with real-time market data to Cupcake baking, decorating and eating. Lots of flavors, Activity No. Date Time select a $10,000 stock portfolio and analyze performance 8–12 years frostings and fillings. over time, “learning by doing.” Smart investing will help 1242.219 Tu–W, 10/22–10/23 4:15–6:15 p.m. Class Information you meet long-term financial goals. Make your money Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. work hard for you! Topics include stocks and bonds, stock 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents 8–12 years Kids’ Ramen Class price graphs, risk, return and diversification, mutual funds, No packets of skinny noodles and pouches of MSG in Activity No. Date Time rate of return and case studies. A solid foundation for Class Information this class. Kids learn to make noodle dough from scratch, successful future investors! 1333.219 M, 12/9 5–7 p.m. 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents then roll, stretch and cut the dough into fresh noodles to Instructor: SPARK Business Academy Staff. be boiled and enjoyed with a variety of classic ramen Activity No. Date Time ingredients. Participants also learn to make the wonderful 9–13 years 1331.219 M, 9/30 5–7 p.m. simmered broths including sweet pork, vegetable, Class Information chicken and miso. 8 lessons 1 hr $199/$160 MCC district residents Kids’ Knife Skills Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. Date Time Empower your child to help with the cooking by having 8–12 years him or her learn knife skills. Students will learn special Class Information 1028.219 M, 9/16–11/18* 5:30–6:30 p.m. techniques for cutting onions, carrots, peppers and other *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. vegetables, and learn how to paste garlic, mince parsley 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents and chiffonade lettuce. A light meal will be served. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. CHESS 1243.219 Th, 10/24 4:15–6:15 p.m. CLASSES FOR ADULTS 8–12 years CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Knife Skills and Techniques Class Information Chess Club Become acquainted with the most important chef’s tools 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents and your time in the kitchen will be transformed. In this All grades and skill levels are Activity No. Date Time hands-on class, you'll learn basic knife skills and practice welcome. Learn chess from a the fundamental cuts. Plus, you’ll practice how to keep Silver Knights Enrichment 1241.219 M, 10/21 4:15–6:15 p.m. knives maintained and sharp. coach! Class time is split between lesson and play. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Lessons range from learning Cooking, Manners and Etiquette Class Information the rules to advanced In the first class, students will prepare a variety of foods, tournament strategies. Play thenCooking, sit and enjoy Manners the rewards and Etiquetteof their labor while 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents time is structured to pair each discussingIn the first the class, concepts students and will rules prepare of manners a variety and of foods, Activity No. Date Time student against an opponent etiquette.then sit and A four-course, enjoy the rewards restaurant-style of their labor meal whilewill be Kids’ Potatoes and Pasta 1334.219 Tu, 9/17 7–10 p.m. of similar skill. Silver Knights serveddiscussing in the the second concepts class andand rulesthe students’ of manners dining and Potatoes are delicious anytime—breakfast, lunch and will supply all the equipment etiquetteetiquette. will A befour-course, critiqued inrestaurant-style a fun and productive meal will manner be dinner. Mashing, baking, slicing, creamy and cheesy! Fresh byserved Chef Joel.in the second class and the students’ dining during chess club. Students pasta is delicious and making pasta yourself is easy! Cuban Cuisine will have the opportunity to etiquette will be critiqued in a fun and productive manner Day One: Vegetable Minestrone with Herbed Garlic Students will create pasta dough by hand and machine, play in tournaments. by Chef Joel. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Chef John’s most Flatbread; Turkey Meatballs with Marinara Sauce and which can be the base for endless variations and shapes, recent trip to Havana in this very unique class! Learn how Instructor: Silver Knights Noodles;Day One: Sugar Vegetable Crisp; Common Minestrone Courtesy; with Herbed Manners Garlic and both flat noodles and macaroni. to prepare tostones rellenos, vaca frita, malanga fritters Enrichment. EtiquetteFlatbread; 101; Turkey Guest Meatballs and Host. with Marinara Sauce and Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. and tuna tartare with mango. DayNoodles; Two: Bread Sugar and Crisp; Butter Common Basket; Courtesy; Baked Potato Manners Soup; and 5–12 years MixedEtiquette Green 101; Salad Guest with and Homemade Host. Day French Two: BreadDressing; and 8–12 years Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. ChickenButter Basket;Wellingtons Baked with Potato Classic Soup; Veloute; Mixed Herbed Green RiceSalad Class Information Class Information Class Information Pilaf;with Vegetable Homemade Side French Dish; Dressing; Fresh Fruit Chicken Napoleons; Wellingtons 8 lessons 1 hr $139/$104 MCC district residents Mannerswith Classic and EtiquetteVeloute; Herbed102. Recipes Rice Pilaf; and handoutsVegetable will Side be 1 lesson 2 hrs $55/$45 MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents presentedDish; Fresh at theFruit end Napoleons; of Day Two. Manners and Etiquette 102. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Recipes and handouts will be presented at the end of Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 1891.219 W, 9/25–11/13 6–7 p.m. Class Two. 1332.219 M, 11/18 5–7 p.m. 1335.219 W, 9/18 7–10 p.m. Continued on next page. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. REGISTER ONLINE | www.mcleancenter.org 11 2019 FALL PROGRAM GUIDE 8–12 years

Fall Seafood Thai Cuisine Fall Cookies The Fish Class This class shows how simple and satisfying it can Prepare and dine on: Spicy Eggplant; Ginger-Garlic In this fun, hands-on class, students will be introduced to Understand many different types of fresh and saltwater be to prepare, cook and serve perfectly grilled shrimp and Chicken; Asparagus and Mushroom Stir-Fry; Pineapple cookie preparation and tips to bake and decorate fish. There are round fish and flat fish. Learn fish steamed mussels. We’ll learn about enhancing flavor— and Coconut Jasmine Rice. beautiful and delicious cookies. Decide on the type and fabrication (filleting) and cooking methods and techniques from cooking on (and in) cedar to on a salt block. flavor of the cookie, pick the right utensils for the task, (including marinating and ) and gain a repertoire of Chef John Bauhs. You’ll take seafood to a new level with marinades and choose your ingredients and bake to perfection. recipes to approach the fish counter with confidence. On glazes. the menu: Monkfish Schnitzel with Tomatoes and Garlic; Class Information Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Salt-Grilled Catfish with Hot Sweet Dipping Sauce; Honey- Chef John Bauhs. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Class Information and Ginger-Poached Salmon with Warm Champagne Class Information Activity No. Date Time Vinaigrette; Thai Green Curry Shrimp with Thai Eggplant 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents and Peppers; Twice-Baked Crab and Brie Souffles with 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1339.219 W, 9/25 7–10 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Red Pepper Sauce. Activity No. Date Time 1343.219 W, 10/9 7–10 p.m. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 1336.219 Th, 9/19 7–10 p.m. French Cuisine Enjoy timeless classics from France: Olive Tapenade, Class Information Dijon-Shallot Vinaigrette and Mesclun Greens Salad; 1 lesson 3 hrs $90/$75 MCC district residents Fall Poultry Green Beans; Potato Gratin; Tarragon Chicken; Flourless We'll cover how to cook every part of the chicken Chocolate Cake. Activity No. Date Time so that each piece comes out just right, while demystifying Chef John Bauhs. 1246.219 Tu, 10/22 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. what kind of chicken you should be buying at the grocery store. Practice your knife skills and prepare the delicious: Class Information 1247.219 Tu, 10/22 7–10 p.m. Whole Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy (including how to 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents carve the bird for serving); Lemony Chicken (breast) Cook Once, Eat for Days Learn tips and techniques that help take the chore out of Holiday Side Dishes Piccata; Braised Chicken (thighs) with Puttanesca Sauce; Activity No. Date Time Chicken Broth & Soup (bones and trimmings). creating a new meal every evening. We will prepare two Take this class to learn a few new recipes to complement 1340.219 Tu, 10/1 7–10 p.m. menus of key foods that are delicous on their own but can almost any holiday celebration. On the menu: Zucchini Chef John Bauhs. be easily converted into a variety of meals that will keep and Tomato Gratin with Parmesan- Crust; Crushed Class Information Italian Cuisine you from feeling like you are eating leftovers. On the Potatoes with Butter, Shallots and ; Orzo with menu: Herb-Poached Salmon with Gingered Brown Rice Gorgonzola Walnut Sauce; Roasted Sweet Potatoes with 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Learn to make some classic Italian dishes, including: and Wilted Greens; Citrus-Roasted Chicken, Butternut Bell Peppers, Goat Cheese and Spinach; Candied Brussel Tomato Bruschetta; Roasted Bell Peppers; Risotto; Activity No. Date Time Squash with Brown Butter; Mashed Potatoes; Honey- Sprouts with Bacon; Wild Rice Pilaf with Mixed Mushrooms Fettuccine Alfredo; Lemon Tart. Glazed Carrots. and Herbs. 1337.219 M, 9/23 7–10 p.m. Chef John Bauhs. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Class Information Fall Vegetarian Class Information Class Information It's easy to go meatless with healthy and delicious Cooking,1 lesson Manners3 hrs and$80/$65 Etiquette MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents options for vegetarian cooking. InActivity the first No. class, studentsDate will prepare a varietyTime of foods, Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Chef John Bauhs. then1341.219 sit and enjoy the W, rewards 10/2 of their labor7–10 while p.m. discussing the concepts and rules of manners and 1244.219 M, 10/21 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 1248.219 W, 10/23 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Class Information etiquette. A four-course, restaurant-style meal will be 1245.219 M, 10/21 7–10 p.m. 1249.219 W, 10/23 7–10 p.m. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Mexicanserved in Cuisinethe second class and the students’ dining A etiquettefun and delicious will be critiqued Mexican in menu a fun withand aproductive focus on manner Activity No. Date Time regionalby Chef dishes: Joel. Salsas; Appetizers; Chicken Enchiladas; 1338.219 Tu, 9/24 7–10 p.m. FishDay Tacos; One: Black Vegetable Beans; Minestrone Rice; Churros. with Herbed Garlic Ramen Flatbread; Chef Turkey John Meatballs Bauhs. with Marinara Sauce and No packets of skinny noodles and pouches of MSG Noodles; Sugar Crisp; Common Courtesy; Manners and in this class. Learn to make noodle dough from scratch, Class Information Etiquette 101; GuestClass and Information Host. Day Two: Bread and then roll, stretch and cut the dough into fresh noodles to 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Butter Basket; Baked Potato Soup; Mixed Green Salad 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents be boiled and enjoyed with a variety of classic ramen with Homemade French Dressing; Chicken Wellingtons ingredients. Participants also learn to make the wonderful Activity No. Date Time withActivity Classic No. Veloute; HerbedDate Rice Pilaf; VegetableTime Side simmered broths, including: sweet pork, vegetable, 1250.219 Th, 10/24 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Dish; Fresh Fruit Napoleons; Manners and Etiquette 102. 1342.219 Tu, 10/8 7–10 p.m. chicken and miso. Recipes and handouts will be presented at the end of 1251.219 Th, 10/24 7–10 p.m. Chef Joel Olson. Class Two. Instructor: Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 12 McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER | 703-790-0123 CLASSES • CULINARY ARTS 8–12 years

Fall Seafood Thai Cuisine Fall Cookies The Fish Class This class shows how simple and satisfying it can Prepare and dine on: Spicy Eggplant; Ginger-Garlic In this fun, hands-on class, students will be introduced to Understand many different types of fresh and saltwater be to prepare, cook and serve perfectly grilled shrimp and Chicken; Asparagus and Mushroom Stir-Fry; Pineapple cookie preparation and tips to bake and decorate fish. There are round fish and flat fish. Learn fish steamed mussels. We’ll learn about enhancing flavor— and Coconut Jasmine Rice. beautiful and delicious cookies. Decide on the type and fabrication (filleting) and cooking methods and techniques from cooking on (and in) cedar to roasting on a salt block. flavor of the cookie, pick the right utensils for the task, (including marinating and grilling) and gain a repertoire of Chef John Bauhs. You’ll take seafood to a new level with marinades and choose your ingredients and bake to perfection. recipes to approach the fish counter with confidence. On glazes. the menu: Monkfish Schnitzel with Tomatoes and Garlic; Class Information Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Salt-Grilled Catfish with Hot Sweet Dipping Sauce; Honey- Chef John Bauhs. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Class Information and Ginger-Poached Salmon with Warm Champagne Class Information Activity No. Date Time Vinaigrette; Thai Green Curry Shrimp with Thai Eggplant 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents and Peppers; Twice-Baked Crab and Brie Souffles with 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1339.219 W, 9/25 7–10 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Red Pepper Sauce. Activity No. Date Time 1343.219 W, 10/9 7–10 p.m. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 1336.219 Th, 9/19 7–10 p.m. French Cuisine Enjoy timeless classics from France: Olive Tapenade, Class Information Dijon-Shallot Vinaigrette and Mesclun Greens Salad; 1 lesson 3 hrs $90/$75 MCC district residents Fall Poultry Green Beans; Potato Gratin; Tarragon Chicken; Flourless We'll cover how to cook every part of the chicken Chocolate Cake. Activity No. Date Time so that each piece comes out just right, while demystifying Chef John Bauhs. 1246.219 Tu, 10/22 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. what kind of chicken you should be buying at the grocery store. Practice your knife skills and prepare the delicious: Class Information 1247.219 Tu, 10/22 7–10 p.m. Whole Roasted Chicken with Pan Gravy (including how to 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents carve the bird for serving); Lemony Chicken (breast) Cook Once, Eat for Days Learn tips and techniques that help take the chore out of Holiday Side Dishes Piccata; Braised Chicken (thighs) with Puttanesca Sauce; Activity No. Date Time Chicken Broth & Soup (bones and trimmings). creating a new meal every evening. We will prepare two Take this class to learn a few new recipes to complement 1340.219 Tu, 10/1 7–10 p.m. menus of key foods that are delicous on their own but can almost any holiday celebration. On the menu: Zucchini Chef John Bauhs. be easily converted into a variety of meals that will keep and Tomato Gratin with Parmesan-Basil Crust; Crushed Class Information Italian Cuisine you from feeling like you are eating leftovers. On the Potatoes with Butter, Shallots and Rosemary; Orzo with menu: Herb-Poached Salmon with Gingered Brown Rice Gorgonzola Walnut Sauce; Roasted Sweet Potatoes with 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Learn to make some classic Italian dishes, including: and Wilted Greens; Citrus-Roasted Chicken, Butternut Bell Peppers, Goat Cheese and Spinach; Candied Brussel Tomato Bruschetta; Roasted Bell Peppers; Risotto; Activity No. Date Time Squash with Brown Butter; Mashed Potatoes; Honey- Sprouts with Bacon; Wild Rice Pilaf with Mixed Mushrooms Fettuccine Alfredo; Lemon Tart. Glazed Carrots. and Herbs. 1337.219 M, 9/23 7–10 p.m. Chef John Bauhs. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Class Information Fall Vegetarian Class Information Class Information It's easy to go meatless with healthy and delicious Cooking,1 lesson Manners3 hrs and$80/$65 Etiquette MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents options for vegetarian cooking. InActivity the first No. class, studentsDate will prepare a varietyTime of foods, Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Chef John Bauhs. then1341.219 sit and enjoy the W, rewards 10/2 of their labor7–10 while p.m. discussing the concepts and rules of manners and 1244.219 M, 10/21 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 1248.219 W, 10/23 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Class Information etiquette. A four-course, restaurant-style meal will be 1245.219 M, 10/21 7–10 p.m. 1249.219 W, 10/23 7–10 p.m. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Mexicanserved in Cuisinethe second class and the students’ dining A etiquettefun and delicious will be critiqued Mexican in menu a fun withand aproductive focus on manner Activity No. Date Time regionalby Chef dishes: Joel. Salsas; Appetizers; Chicken Enchiladas; 1338.219 Tu, 9/24 7–10 p.m. FishDay Tacos; One: Black Vegetable Beans; Minestrone Rice; Churros. with Herbed Garlic Ramen Flatbread; Chef Turkey John Meatballs Bauhs. with Marinara Sauce and No packets of skinny noodles and pouches of MSG Noodles; Sugar Crisp; Common Courtesy; Manners and in this class. Learn to make noodle dough from scratch, Class Information Etiquette 101; GuestClass and Information Host. Day Two: Bread and then roll, stretch and cut the dough into fresh noodles to 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Butter Basket; Baked Potato Soup; Mixed Green Salad 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents be boiled and enjoyed with a variety of classic ramen with Homemade French Dressing; Chicken Wellingtons ingredients. Participants also learn to make the wonderful Activity No. Date Time withActivity Classic No. Veloute; HerbedDate Rice Pilaf; VegetableTime Side simmered broths, including: sweet pork, vegetable, 1250.219 Th, 10/24 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Dish; Fresh Fruit Napoleons; Manners and Etiquette 102. 1342.219 Tu, 10/8 7–10 p.m. chicken and miso. Recipes and handouts will be presented at the end of 1251.219 Th, 10/24 7–10 p.m. Chef Joel Olson. Class Two. Instructor: Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. REGISTER ONLINE | www.mcleancenter.org 13 2019 FALL PROGRAM GUIDE

The Tarts Class Holiday Cakes and Frostings Donuts with Dad Work with classic pâte brisée (puff pastry and phyllo) Holiday cakes showcase the glow of the season with tart What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon—making while making: Smoked Salmon and Jarlsberg Tart; and colorful fillings such as cranberries and citrus. The donuts with Dad! Learn the difference between cake Pissaladierre (Caramelized Onion and Black Olive Tart); falling snow encourages decorating with sparkles and tasty donuts and yeast donuts. Pairs will prepare the yeast Mushroom, Herb and Brie Tart; Roasted Tomato and Goat spices of the season. dough, then fry both cake and yeast donuts to take and share (or not!) Cinnamon Sugar Donuts and Just Plain Cheese Tart; Key Lime Tartlets. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Good Donuts. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Class Information Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Class Information 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 6+ years with parent/guardian 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Class Information Activity No. Date Time Thanksgiving Feast 1349.219 W, 12/11 7–10 p.m. 1 lesson 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents* 1252.219 F, 10/25 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. This hands-on class will walk you through all the essential Activity No. Date Time techniques—from and roasting a turkey to making CLASSES FOR PARENTS & CHILDREN 1257.219 Su, 10/27 2:30–4:30 p.m. The Art of the Sandwich perfect potatoes with creamy pan gravy, to making This sandwich class covers breakfast, lunch, dinner from-scratch cranberry sauce, to finishing with a fabulous Family Fun Taco Night *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. and dessert. To most, a sandwich is simply two slices of pumpkin tart with ginger whipped cream. Learn how to $45 for each additional child. make a truly spectacular Thanksgiving spread. Help to prepare wonderful taco fillings and salsas bread enclosing a filling. It is often a perfectly balanced and to assemble the rest of the fixings! On the menu: meal, consisting of protein, vegetable, carbohydrate, often Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Homemade Taco Seasoning; Baked Fish Tacos; Ground dairy and even fruit. The actual definition is somewhat Turkey and Mushroom Filling; Black Bean and Tomato DANCE Class Information broader: a sandwich is a filling enclosed in bread or pastry Filling; Guacamole Lime Cream; Pico de Gallo; Salsa Joy of Dance is a progressive dance training program that can be eaten by hand. Breads, fillings (gooey and 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Verde; Roasted Corn and Sweet Pepper Side Dish; where students advance in a systematic manner. Joy of cheesy) and techniques will be covered. Homemade Taco Sauce; Mexican Cinnamon Cookies. Dance staff members hold university degrees, are Activity No. Date Time Chef John Bauhs. internationally accredited and/or are performing Instructor: Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 1346.219 Tu, 11/19 7–10 p.m. professionals. All fall classes conclude with a fun-filled Class Information 6+ years with parent/guardian Parent Watch Day. Questions? Email [email protected]. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Stocks and Sauces Class Information Optional Performances: Students can participate in Holiday Cakes and Frostings Activity No. Date Time Learn how to make stocks and sauces from scratch. This 1 lesson 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents* optional performances: “Frosty Follies,” Marine Corps Toys Holiday cakes showcase the glow of the season with tart hands-on class provides the strong foundation that for Tots Benefit, Breakfast with Santa and “Nutcracker and colorful fillings such as cranberries and citrus. The 1344.219 M, 10/28 7–10 p.m. enhances the flavors of all foods. Activity No. Date Time Sweet Treats” Marine Corps. Students participating in the falling snow encourages decorating with sparkles and tasty Toys for Tots Benefit will incur a $90 fee. This covers the Chef John Bauhs. 1255.219 F, 10/25 5:30–7:30 p.m. spices of the season. Instructor: cost of costumes, backdrop rentals, music editing, tickets, *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. props, programs, guest artists, theater technician and event Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Class Information $45 for each additional child. staffing for dress rehearsals and performances. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Parent and Child Pasta CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Activity No. Date Time Spend a Saturday morning making fresh basic egg pasta 1347.219 W, 11/20 7–10 p.m. from scratch. Pastas made include Angel Hair, Fettuccini Tutus for 2s™ Fall Soups and Stews and Cheese Raviolis to take with you. Alfredo Sauce and Tiny ballerinas will be introduced to French Marinara Sauce will be prepared to taste with a bit of the vocabulary, ballet warmups, creative movement, games and Fall means it is time for hearty soups! Soups and stews Holiday Cooking Party basic pasta. large motor skill development through our fun tutus ballet are the best things to cook during the ’ber (brrrrrrrr!) All is colorful and bright in this holiday-themed cooking syllabus. Your ballerina will explore the excitement of ballet Chef Joel Olson. months. In this class, you will discover new soups and party class that brings the best fruits and vegetables of the Instructor: using costume accessories, props, ballet stories and techniques and ways to better your own current recipes. season together along with fantastic desserts for your 6+ years with parent/guardian puppets. The session will conclude with a Parent Watch Day. Come on over and warm up with us! entertaining joy. Class Information Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. 1 lesson 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents* 2 years Class Information Class Information Activity No. Date Time Class Information 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1256.219 Sa, 10/26 9:30–11:30 a.m. 14 lessons 30 mins $235/$196 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. Activity No. Date Time 1345.219 Th, 10/29 7–10 p.m. 1348.219 Tu, 12/10 7–10 p.m. $45 for each additional child. 1570.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 10:30–11 a.m.

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The Tarts Class Holiday Cakes and Frostings Donuts with Dad Work with classic pâte brisée (puff pastry and phyllo) Holiday cakes showcase the glow of the season with tart What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon—making while making: Smoked Salmon and Jarlsberg Tart; and colorful fillings such as cranberries and citrus. The donuts with Dad! Learn the difference between cake Pissaladierre (Caramelized Onion and Black Olive Tart); falling snow encourages decorating with sparkles and tasty donuts and yeast donuts. Pairs will prepare the yeast Mushroom, Herb and Brie Tart; Roasted Tomato and Goat spices of the season. dough, then fry both cake and yeast donuts to take and share (or not!) Cinnamon Sugar Donuts and Just Plain Cheese Tart; Key Lime Tartlets. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Good Donuts. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Class Information Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Class Information 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 6+ years with parent/guardian 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Class Information Activity No. Date Time Thanksgiving Feast 1349.219 W, 12/11 7–10 p.m. 1 lesson 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents* 1252.219 F, 10/25 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. This hands-on class will walk you through all the essential Activity No. Date Time techniques—from brining and roasting a turkey to making CLASSES FOR PARENTS & CHILDREN 1257.219 Su, 10/27 2:30–4:30 p.m. The Art of the Sandwich perfect potatoes with creamy pan gravy, to making This sandwich class covers breakfast, lunch, dinner from-scratch cranberry sauce, to finishing with a fabulous Family Fun Taco Night *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. and dessert. To most, a sandwich is simply two slices of pumpkin tart with ginger whipped cream. Learn how to $45 for each additional child. make a truly spectacular Thanksgiving spread. Help to prepare wonderful taco fillings and salsas bread enclosing a filling. It is often a perfectly balanced and to assemble the rest of the fixings! On the menu: meal, consisting of protein, vegetable, carbohydrate, often Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Homemade Taco Seasoning; Baked Fish Tacos; Ground dairy and even fruit. The actual definition is somewhat Turkey and Mushroom Filling; Black Bean and Tomato DANCE Class Information broader: a sandwich is a filling enclosed in bread or pastry Filling; Guacamole Lime Cream; Pico de Gallo; Salsa Joy of Dance is a progressive dance training program that can be eaten by hand. Breads, fillings (gooey and 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Verde; Roasted Corn and Sweet Pepper Side Dish; where students advance in a systematic manner. Joy of cheesy) and techniques will be covered. Homemade Taco Sauce; Mexican Cinnamon Cookies. Dance staff members hold university degrees, are Activity No. Date Time Chef John Bauhs. internationally accredited and/or are performing Instructor: Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 1346.219 Tu, 11/19 7–10 p.m. professionals. All fall classes conclude with a fun-filled Class Information 6+ years with parent/guardian Parent Watch Day. Questions? Email [email protected]. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Stocks and Sauces Class Information Optional Performances: Students can participate in Holiday Cakes and Frostings Activity No. Date Time Learn how to make stocks and sauces from scratch. This 1 lesson 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents* optional performances: “Frosty Follies,” Marine Corps Toys Holiday cakes showcase the glow of the season with tart hands-on class provides the strong foundation that for Tots Benefit, Breakfast with Santa and “Nutcracker and colorful fillings such as cranberries and citrus. The 1344.219 M, 10/28 7–10 p.m. enhances the flavors of all foods. Activity No. Date Time Sweet Treats” Marine Corps. Students participating in the falling snow encourages decorating with sparkles and tasty Toys for Tots Benefit will incur a $90 fee. This covers the Chef John Bauhs. 1255.219 F, 10/25 5:30–7:30 p.m. spices of the season. Instructor: cost of costumes, backdrop rentals, music editing, tickets, *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. props, programs, guest artists, theater technician and event Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Class Information $45 for each additional child. staffing for dress rehearsals and performances. 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents Parent and Child Pasta CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Activity No. Date Time Spend a Saturday morning making fresh basic egg pasta 1347.219 W, 11/20 7–10 p.m. from scratch. Pastas made include Angel Hair, Fettuccini Tutus for 2s™ Fall Soups and Stews and Cheese Raviolis to take with you. Alfredo Sauce and Tiny ballerinas will be introduced to Marinara Sauce will be prepared to taste with a bit of the vocabulary, ballet warmups, creative movement, games and Fall means it is time for hearty soups! Soups and stews Holiday Cooking Party basic pasta. large motor skill development through our fun tutus ballet are the best things to cook during the ’ber (brrrrrrrr!) All is colorful and bright in this holiday-themed cooking syllabus. Your ballerina will explore the excitement of ballet Chef Joel Olson. months. In this class, you will discover new soups and party class that brings the best fruits and vegetables of the Instructor: using costume accessories, props, ballet stories and techniques and ways to better your own current recipes. season together along with fantastic desserts for your 6+ years with parent/guardian puppets. The session will conclude with a Parent Watch Day. Come on over and warm up with us! entertaining joy. Class Information Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs. 1 lesson 2 hrs $110/$90 MCC district residents* 2 years Class Information Class Information Activity No. Date Time Class Information 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1 lesson 3 hrs $80/$65 MCC district residents 1256.219 Sa, 10/26 9:30–11:30 a.m. 14 lessons 30 mins $235/$196 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. Activity No. Date Time 1345.219 Th, 10/29 7–10 p.m. 1348.219 Tu, 12/10 7–10 p.m. $45 for each additional child. 1570.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 10:30–11 a.m.

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Holiday Cakes and Frostings Fairytale Ballet™ Ballet & Tap (Pre-Primary II) Class Information Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination IV) Young dancers are introduced to a syllabus Students advance in the Joy of Dance syllabus by training Holiday cakes showcase the glow of the season with tart Young dancers will enjoy dancing to their favorite 9 lessons 45 mins $205/$171 MCC district residents and colorful fillings such as cranberries and citrus. The cherished tunes from fairytales such as “Cinderella,” incorporating magical variations and dance class etiquette. in three dance forms: classical ballet, tap and falling snow encourages decorating with sparkles and tasty “Sleeping Beauty” and “Beauty and The Beast,” among Cognitive skills of counting, sequencing, spatial awareness Activity No. Date Time jazz/contemporary. Classical ballet training includes ballet others. They will learn ballet to popular classical and immersion in the French language are introduced in , adagio and allegro combinations. Dancers are spices of the season. 1579.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 10:45–11:30 a.m. and perform in costumes. All Fairytale Ballet™ this class. Dancers learn tap technique and delightful song members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance. Chef John Bauhs. classes include a Parent Watch Day every four weeks. and tap routines that develop coordination, rhythm, timing *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. “Frosty Follies” rehearsals are on 11/2, 2:30-4:30 p.m. and stage presence. Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Joy of Dance Staff. 2.5–3.5 years 8–10 years 4 years Class Information Class Information Class Information 14 lessons 45 mins $319/$266 MCC district residents 11 lessons 90 mins $410/$341 MCC district residents 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1571.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 11–11:45 a.m. 1582.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 4:30–6 p.m. 1575.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 3:30–4:15 p.m. *No lesson on 10/31 and 11/28. 3–4 years *No lesson on 11/27. Class Information Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination II) Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination V) Class Information 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents Students are trained in the Students advance training in four dance forms: classical 9 lessons 45 mins $205/$171 MCC district residents classical ballet syllabus and tap technique syllabus, which ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary. Classical ballet training Activity No. Date Time incorporate tap, barre, progressions, combinations and Activity No. Date Time in this class emphasizes epaulement, adagio and allegro 1572.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 5:15–6 p.m. stylized Broadway tap routines, as well as the jazz syllabus. steps. Dancers are members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz 1576.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 10–10:45 a.m. Dancers are members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” Kidz” performance troupe. *No lesson on 11/27. performance troupe. “Frosty Follies” rehearsals are on *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. Joy of Dance Staff. 10/5 and 10/12, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Instructor: Ballet & Tap (Pre-Primary I) Ballet & Tap (Combination I) Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 9–11 years Little dancers love this enchanting adventure in dance. Class Information Children develop rhythm, grace, poise, coordination and Children develop lovely technical ballet skills while 7–8 years learning French vocabulary, enhancing their artistic 12 lessons 90 mins $447/$372 MCC district residents musicality through pre-primary classical ballet, beginning Class Information tap skills, tap routines and improvisations with magical growth and nurturing poise, grace and musicality. Young props and adorable costumes. Our dance class enriches dancers learn basic tap technique using fun Broadway- 13 lessons 1 hr $390/$325 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time your child in five areas of development: physical, creative, style song and tap routines to showcase their fantastic 1583.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 4:30–6 p.m. Activity No. Date Time social, cognitive and emotional. stage presence. This class is for kindergarten and first-grade students. 1580.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 5:15–6:15 p.m. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Joy of Dance Staff. Joy of Dance Staff. *No lesson on 11/27. 3–3.5 years Junior Company Class (Ballet, Tap & Jazz) 5–6 years Prerequisite dance training in Combination V+ level or Class Information Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination III) Class Information equivalent experience. New students may have to audition 9 lessons 45 mins $205/$171 MCC district residents Students are trained in the Royal Academy of Dance for this class. Students advance in training in four dance 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents classical ballet syllabus through barre, adagio and allegro forms: classical ballet (focusing on coordination, musicality Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time variations. Students learn tap technique to Broadway-style and performance quality), intermediate tap, jazz and 1573.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 9:15–10 a.m. songs and jazz. Dancers are members of Joy of Dance’s contemporary. These students are members of Joy of 1577.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 4:30–5:15 p.m. “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe. “Frosty Follies” Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe. *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. rehearsals are on 10/19 and 10/26, 2:30-4:30 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 3.5–4 years Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Class Information 10–12 years Class Information 7–9 years 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents Class Information 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents Class Information Activity No. Date Time 9 lessons 2 hrs $432/$360 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 14 lessons 75 mins $488/$406 MCC district residents 1578.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 4:15–5 p.m. Activity No. Date Time 1574.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 2:30–3:15 p.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/28. 1584.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 5–7 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. 1581.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 4:30–5:45 p.m. Continued on next page. *No lesson on 10/31, 11/7, 11/28 and 12/5.

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Holiday Cakes and Frostings Fairytale Ballet™ Ballet & Tap (Pre-Primary II) Class Information Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination IV) Young dancers are introduced to a classical ballet syllabus Students advance in the Joy of Dance syllabus by training Holiday cakes showcase the glow of the season with tart Young dancers will enjoy dancing to their favorite 9 lessons 45 mins $205/$171 MCC district residents and colorful fillings such as cranberries and citrus. The cherished tunes from fairytales such as “Cinderella,” incorporating magical variations and dance class etiquette. in three dance forms: classical ballet, tap and falling snow encourages decorating with sparkles and tasty “Sleeping Beauty” and “Beauty and The Beast,” among Cognitive skills of counting, sequencing, spatial awareness Activity No. Date Time jazz/contemporary. Classical ballet training includes ballet others. They will learn ballet dances to popular classical and immersion in the French language are introduced in barre, adagio and allegro combinations. Dancers are spices of the season. 1579.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 10:45–11:30 a.m. ballets and perform in costumes. All Fairytale Ballet™ this class. Dancers learn tap technique and delightful song members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance. Chef John Bauhs. classes include a Parent Watch Day every four weeks. and tap routines that develop coordination, rhythm, timing *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. “Frosty Follies” rehearsals are on 11/2, 2:30-4:30 p.m. and stage presence. Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Joy of Dance Staff. 2.5–3.5 years 8–10 years 4 years Class Information Class Information Class Information 14 lessons 45 mins $319/$266 MCC district residents 11 lessons 90 mins $410/$341 MCC district residents 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1571.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 11–11:45 a.m. 1582.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 4:30–6 p.m. 1575.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 3:30–4:15 p.m. *No lesson on 10/31 and 11/28. 3–4 years *No lesson on 11/27. Class Information Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination II) Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination V) Class Information 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents Students are trained in the Royal Academy of Dance Students advance training in four dance forms: classical 9 lessons 45 mins $205/$171 MCC district residents classical ballet syllabus and tap technique syllabus, which ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary. Classical ballet training Activity No. Date Time incorporate tap, barre, progressions, combinations and Activity No. Date Time in this class emphasizes epaulement, adagio and allegro 1572.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 5:15–6 p.m. stylized Broadway tap routines, as well as the jazz syllabus. steps. Dancers are members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz 1576.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 10–10:45 a.m. Dancers are members of Joy of Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” Kidz” performance troupe. *No lesson on 11/27. performance troupe. “Frosty Follies” rehearsals are on *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. Joy of Dance Staff. 10/5 and 10/12, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Instructor: Ballet & Tap (Pre-Primary I) Ballet & Tap (Combination I) Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 9–11 years Little dancers love this enchanting adventure in dance. Class Information Children develop rhythm, grace, poise, coordination and Children develop lovely technical ballet skills while 7–8 years learning French vocabulary, enhancing their artistic 12 lessons 90 mins $447/$372 MCC district residents musicality through pre-primary classical ballet, beginning Class Information tap skills, tap routines and improvisations with magical growth and nurturing poise, grace and musicality. Young props and adorable costumes. Our dance class enriches dancers learn basic tap technique using fun Broadway- 13 lessons 1 hr $390/$325 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time your child in five areas of development: physical, creative, style song and tap routines to showcase their fantastic 1583.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 4:30–6 p.m. Activity No. Date Time social, cognitive and emotional. stage presence. This class is for kindergarten and first-grade students. 1580.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 5:15–6:15 p.m. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Joy of Dance Staff. Joy of Dance Staff. *No lesson on 11/27. 3–3.5 years Junior Company Class (Ballet, Tap & Jazz) 5–6 years Prerequisite dance training in Combination V+ level or Class Information Ballet, Tap & Jazz (Combination III) Class Information equivalent experience. New students may have to audition 9 lessons 45 mins $205/$171 MCC district residents Students are trained in the Royal Academy of Dance for this class. Students advance in training in four dance 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents classical ballet syllabus through barre, adagio and allegro forms: classical ballet (focusing on coordination, musicality Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time variations. Students learn tap technique to Broadway-style and performance quality), intermediate tap, jazz and 1573.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 9:15–10 a.m. songs and jazz. Dancers are members of Joy of Dance’s contemporary. These students are members of Joy of 1577.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 4:30–5:15 p.m. “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe. “Frosty Follies” Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe. *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. rehearsals are on 10/19 and 10/26, 2:30-4:30 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 3.5–4 years Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Class Information 10–12 years Class Information 7–9 years 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents Class Information 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents Class Information Activity No. Date Time 9 lessons 2 hrs $432/$360 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 14 lessons 75 mins $488/$406 MCC district residents 1578.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 4:15–5 p.m. Activity No. Date Time 1574.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 2:30–3:15 p.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/28. 1584.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 5–7 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. 1581.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 4:30–5:45 p.m. Continued on next page. *No lesson on 10/31, 11/7, 11/28 and 12/5.

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Senior Company Class (Ballet, Tap & Jazz) Ballet Grade I (IDA) Pointe Class V (IDA) Musical Theatre Jazz Beginner Prerequisite dance training in Junior Company or Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Miss Virginia Britton, 9–11 years equivalent experience. New students may have to audition Founder of Alexandria Ballet. 7+ years for this class. Students advance in training in four dance Class Information 11–16 years forms: classical ballet (focusing on coordination, musicality Class Information 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents and performance quality), advanced/intermediate tap, jazz 13 lessons 1 hr $390/$325 MCC district residents Class Information Activity No. Date Time and contemporary. These students are members of Joy of 10 lessons 45 mins $228/$190 MCC district residents Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe. Activity No. Date Time 1594.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 7:15–8 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 1587.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 6:15–7:15 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. 1591.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 8:15–9 p.m. 13+ years *No lesson on 11/27. Musical Theatre Jazz Intermediate Class Information *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Ballet Grade II (IDA) 11+ years 9 lessons 2 hrs $432/$360 MCC district residents Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Joy of Dance Tumbling Class Information Activity No. Date Time 8+ years Tumbling will introduce your child to the basics of all gymnastic skills, including work on flexibility. Students will 13 lessons 1 hr $390/$325 MCC district residents 1585.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 7–9 p.m. Class Information learn forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, round-offs, Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 10/31, 11/7, 11/28 and 12/5. 9 lessons 90 mins $335/$279 MCC district residents handstands, bridge kickovers and front walkovers. USA Gymnastics-Certified Instructor. 1595.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 8–9 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: *No lesson on 11/27. 1588.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Beginning Tumbling *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. 4.5–6 years Old Firehouse Center (OFC) Class Information Joy of Dance classes listed below are held at the Old Ballet/Pointe Grade III/IV (IDA) Firehouse Center located at 1440 Chain Bridge Road (next Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 10 lessons 45 mins $228/$190 MCC district residents to the Giant Shopping Center). 11–16 years Activity No. Date Time The Joy of Dance Hip-Hop Director is Ms. Tiffany Patterson. Tiffany has toured nationally and internationally 1592.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 5:15–6 p.m. Class Information with MC Hammer as the lead dancer/choreographer for 9 lessons 90 mins $335/$279 MCC district residents *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. 15 years. She has performed on television at the AMAs, the BET Awards, and, in 2012, in Times Square on International Dance Acclaim (IDA) Activity No. Date Time 7–10 years “Rockin' New Year's Eve” with Psy and MC Hammer. Ballet Program 1589.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 1–2:30 p.m. Class Information The Joy of Dance ballet curriculum follows the Hip Hop Kids (OFC) 10 lessons 45 mins $228/$190 MCC district residents International Dance Acclaim (IDA) Program. In June, the *No lesson on Young hip-hop artists will begin with the building blocks students have a ballet examination assessed by an 9/14, 9/28 and Activity No. Date Time of jazz technique. Students will learn hip, funky moves to international examiner. They are awarded a performance 11/9. the latest kids’ rock and hip-hop tunes. The focus will be 1593.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 6–6:45 p.m. certificate and medal that provides proof that they have on hip-hop , utilizing the latest hit music attained an international standard of classical ballet *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. from hip-hop stars and pop stars such as Carly Rae Jepsen, appropriate to their ages. Ballet students this fall will Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez! perform in “Nutcracker Sweet Treats” and a Marine Musical Theatre Jazz Allie O’Hare. Corps Toys for Tots Benefit. Instructor: Ballet Grade V (IDA) This musical theatre dance 6–7 years Pre-Ballet (IDA) Instructor: Miss Virginia Britton, class combines jazz tech- niques and introduces students Class Information Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Founder of Alexandria Ballet. to a Broadway style of dance. It 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents 5–6 years 9+ years focuses on beginner jazz warm-ups, center floor work, Activity No. Date Time Class Information Class Information progressions, kicks, leaps, 1597.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 6:30–7:15 p.m. 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents 10 lessons 90 mins $372/$310 MCC district residents turns, splits and isolations. Your child will be a dancing Broad- *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time way star on Parent Watch Day! 1586.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 4:30–5:15 p.m. 1590.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 6:45–8:15 p.m. Jazz sneakers are required. *No lesson on 11/27. *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff.

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Senior Company Class (Ballet, Tap & Jazz) Ballet Grade I (IDA) Pointe Class V (IDA) Musical Theatre Jazz Beginner Prerequisite dance training in Junior Company or Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Miss Virginia Britton, 9–11 years equivalent experience. New students may have to audition Founder of Alexandria Ballet. 7+ years for this class. Students advance in training in four dance Class Information 11–16 years forms: classical ballet (focusing on coordination, musicality Class Information 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents and performance quality), advanced/intermediate tap, jazz 13 lessons 1 hr $390/$325 MCC district residents Class Information Activity No. Date Time and contemporary. These students are members of Joy of 10 lessons 45 mins $228/$190 MCC district residents Dance’s “Show Biz Kidz” performance troupe. Activity No. Date Time 1594.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 7:15–8 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 1587.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 6:15–7:15 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. 1591.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 8:15–9 p.m. 13+ years *No lesson on 11/27. Musical Theatre Jazz Intermediate Class Information *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Ballet Grade II (IDA) 11+ years 9 lessons 2 hrs $432/$360 MCC district residents Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Joy of Dance Tumbling Class Information Activity No. Date Time 8+ years Tumbling will introduce your child to the basics of all gymnastic skills, including work on flexibility. Students will 13 lessons 1 hr $390/$325 MCC district residents 1585.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 7–9 p.m. Class Information learn forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, round-offs, Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 10/31, 11/7, 11/28 and 12/5. 9 lessons 90 mins $335/$279 MCC district residents handstands, bridge kickovers and front walkovers. USA Gymnastics-Certified Instructor. 1595.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 8–9 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: *No lesson on 11/27. 1588.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Beginning Tumbling *No lesson on 9/14, 9/28 and 11/9. 4.5–6 years Old Firehouse Center (OFC) Class Information Joy of Dance classes listed below are held at the Old Ballet/Pointe Grade III/IV (IDA) Firehouse Center located at 1440 Chain Bridge Road (next Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. 10 lessons 45 mins $228/$190 MCC district residents to the Giant Shopping Center). 11–16 years Activity No. Date Time The Joy of Dance Hip-Hop Director is Ms. Tiffany Patterson. Tiffany has toured nationally and internationally 1592.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 5:15–6 p.m. Class Information with MC Hammer as the lead dancer/choreographer for 9 lessons 90 mins $335/$279 MCC district residents *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. 15 years. She has performed on television at the AMAs, the BET Awards, and, in 2012, in Times Square on International Dance Acclaim (IDA) Activity No. Date Time 7–10 years “Rockin' New Year's Eve” with Psy and MC Hammer. Ballet Program 1589.219 Sa, 9/7–11/23* 1–2:30 p.m. Class Information The Joy of Dance ballet curriculum follows the Hip Hop Kids (OFC) 10 lessons 45 mins $228/$190 MCC district residents International Dance Acclaim (IDA) Program. In June, the *No lesson on Young hip-hop artists will begin with the building blocks students have a ballet examination assessed by an 9/14, 9/28 and Activity No. Date Time of jazz technique. Students will learn hip, funky moves to international examiner. They are awarded a performance 11/9. the latest kids’ rock and hip-hop tunes. The focus will be 1593.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 6–6:45 p.m. certificate and medal that provides proof that they have on hip-hop choreography, utilizing the latest hit music attained an international standard of classical ballet *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. from hip-hop stars and pop stars such as Carly Rae Jepsen, appropriate to their ages. Ballet students this fall will Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez! perform in “Nutcracker Sweet Treats” and a Marine Musical Theatre Jazz Allie O’Hare. Corps Toys for Tots Benefit. Instructor: Ballet Grade V (IDA) This musical theatre dance 6–7 years Pre-Ballet (IDA) Instructor: Miss Virginia Britton, class combines jazz tech- niques and introduces students Class Information Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. Founder of Alexandria Ballet. to a Broadway style of dance. It 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents 5–6 years 9+ years focuses on beginner jazz warm-ups, center floor work, Activity No. Date Time Class Information Class Information progressions, kicks, leaps, 1597.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 6:30–7:15 p.m. 13 lessons 45 mins $297/$247 MCC district residents 10 lessons 90 mins $372/$310 MCC district residents turns, splits and isolations. Your child will be a dancing Broad- *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time way star on Parent Watch Day! 1586.219 W, 9/11–12/11* 4:30–5:15 p.m. 1590.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 6:45–8:15 p.m. Jazz sneakers are required. *No lesson on 11/27. *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff.

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Hip-Hop Intermediate (OFC) DOG TRAINING FENCING This fun, fast-paced, lively class will combine Class Information fundamentals of jazz technique, hip-hop, and urban style CLASSES FOR ADULTS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN 6 lessons 1 hr $99/$78 MCC district residents* moves as seen in your favorite music videos and movies. Dog Solve was started by Fencing: Intro to Olympic Sport Don’t miss being a part of this dynamic dance craze! police and military K-9 *Equipment rental fee: $29, make check payable to VAF. Foil, Sabre and Epee Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. instructors to offer the best in Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. dog obedience training No previous training needed. Known as the “physical 8–11 years methods to the general public. game of chess,” Olympic sport fencing provides a 9–13 years tremendous physical and mental workout for students of Class Information Our courses not only provide Activity No. Date Time training in general obedience, all ages and athletic abilities. As one of the safest sports, 1631.219 M, 9/23–11/4* 6–7 p.m. 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents but unlike other training fencing makes fitness fun! It builds muscle strength, provides greater cardiovascular workouts, endurance, Activity No. Date Time programs, we offer real life *No lesson on 10/14. situational training drills that put a coordination and speed. Learn the fundamentals: 1598.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 7:15–8 p.m. realism in your day-to-day interaction with your footwork, handwork and strategy using safety-tipped 14–Adult swords, protective jackets, masks and gloves. A *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. dog. It is our philosophy that the student should choose Activity No. Date Time their style of training methods, rather than the usual “one registration form must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. 1632.219 M, 9/23–11/4* 7–8 p.m. Hip-Hop Intermediate/Advanced (OFC) style fits all.” We address behavior problems, handling skills and tasks that you will not obtain in our competitor’s Virginia Academy of Fencing. Intermediate hip-hop is designed for students with Instructor: *No lesson on 10/14. courses. Dog Solve instructors are government certified previous training. Dancers learn aspects of locking, K-9 instructors. For more information, please visit popping and breaking and incorporate them into exciting . combinations. It is a fun and highly energetic dance form! www.dogsolve.com FITNESS You will learn the most current and up-to-date styles of CLASSES FOR CHILDREN CLASSES FOR ADULTS this ever-changing dance form from one the Washington’s Beginner Dog Obedience hottest choreographers. This basic obedience course is for dogs over the Funfit® Tots age of six months who have no prior obedience training. Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Topics of instruction will include: heeling on leash, Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). Six Weeks to Wellness Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games 10–14 years come/recall command, down, sit and stay command. Kick-start your health and Situational training, as related to real life situations, will be class emphasizing songs, creative movement with wellness goals with the Class Information encompassed in this training. Behavior-related, parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops in-store nutritionist from self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents problem-solving methods will be addressed, as well. your local Giant! Whether and cooperation and reinforces cognitive learning. Special you’re aiming to eat Kevin Healy, Police K-9 Unit (Retired). Activity No. Date Time Instructor: needs welcome. healthier or simply 1599.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 8–8:45 p.m. Class Information Instructor: Funfit® Staff. to learn more about the role food and *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. 8 lessons 1 hr $164/$136 MCC district residents Class Information lifestyle play in your Activity No. Date Time 10 lessons 45 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents* wellness goals, this is the program for you. Join 1710.219 Tu, 9/10–10/29 7–8 p.m. *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. us at MCC for a six-week Materials fee: $5, make check payable to Funfit®. Fee is class series that focuses on Advanced Dog Obedience due to the instructor on the first day of class. topics that affect long-term wellness, including general This course is offered to all dogs and their owners 11 months–2 years healthful nutrition, myth-busting, who have previously attended and completed a basic Activity No. Date Time exercise, stress management, meal (introductory) dog obedience course. Topics of instruction planning, and more. will cover heeling off leash, extended stay commands, 1131.219 W, 9/18–11/20 9:45–10:30 a.m. recalls under distraction, down in motion and advanced Instructor: Giant Food’s In-Store Nutritionist. “situational” training. 1–4 years Class Information Instructor: Kevin Healy, Police K-9 Unit (Retired). Activity No. Date Time 6 lessons 1 hr Free Class Information 1132.219 W, 9/18–11/20 10:30–11:15 a.m. Activity No. Date Time 8 lessons 1 hr $164/$136 MCC district residents 2–3 years 1002.219 M, 9/16–10/28* 12–1 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 10/14. 1711.219 Tu, 9/10–10/29 8–9 p.m. 1133.219 W, 9/18–11/20 11:15 a.m.–noon

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Hip-Hop Intermediate (OFC) DOG TRAINING FENCING This fun, fast-paced, lively class will combine Class Information fundamentals of jazz technique, hip-hop, and urban style CLASSES FOR ADULTS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN 6 lessons 1 hr $99/$78 MCC district residents* moves as seen in your favorite music videos and movies. Dog Solve was started by Fencing: Intro to Olympic Sport Don’t miss being a part of this dynamic dance craze! police and military K-9 *Equipment rental fee: $29, make check payable to VAF. Foil, Sabre and Epee Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. instructors to offer the best in Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. dog obedience training No previous training needed. Known as the “physical 8–11 years methods to the general public. game of chess,” Olympic sport fencing provides a 9–13 years tremendous physical and mental workout for students of Class Information Our courses not only provide Activity No. Date Time training in general obedience, all ages and athletic abilities. As one of the safest sports, 1631.219 M, 9/23–11/4* 6–7 p.m. 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents but unlike other training fencing makes fitness fun! It builds muscle strength, provides greater cardiovascular workouts, endurance, Activity No. Date Time programs, we offer real life *No lesson on 10/14. situational training drills that put a coordination and speed. Learn the fundamentals: 1598.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 7:15–8 p.m. realism in your day-to-day interaction with your footwork, handwork and strategy using safety-tipped 14–Adult swords, protective jackets, masks and gloves. A *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. dog. It is our philosophy that the student should choose Activity No. Date Time their style of training methods, rather than the usual “one registration form must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. 1632.219 M, 9/23–11/4* 7–8 p.m. Hip-Hop Intermediate/Advanced (OFC) style fits all.” We address behavior problems, handling skills and tasks that you will not obtain in our competitor’s Virginia Academy of Fencing. Intermediate hip-hop is designed for students with Instructor: *No lesson on 10/14. courses. Dog Solve instructors are government certified previous training. Dancers learn aspects of locking, K-9 instructors. For more information, please visit popping and breaking and incorporate them into exciting . combinations. It is a fun and highly energetic dance form! www.dogsolve.com FITNESS You will learn the most current and up-to-date styles of CLASSES FOR CHILDREN CLASSES FOR ADULTS this ever-changing dance form from one the Washington’s Beginner Dog Obedience hottest choreographers. This basic obedience course is for dogs over the Funfit® Tots age of six months who have no prior obedience training. Joy of Dance Staff. Instructor: Topics of instruction will include: heeling on leash, Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). Six Weeks to Wellness Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games 10–14 years come/recall command, down, sit and stay command. Kick-start your health and Situational training, as related to real life situations, will be class emphasizing songs, creative movement with wellness goals with the Class Information encompassed in this training. Behavior-related, parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops in-store nutritionist from self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization 12 lessons 45 mins $274/$228 MCC district residents problem-solving methods will be addressed, as well. your local Giant! Whether and cooperation and reinforces cognitive learning. Special you’re aiming to eat Kevin Healy, Police K-9 Unit (Retired). Activity No. Date Time Instructor: needs welcome. healthier or simply 1599.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 8–8:45 p.m. Class Information Instructor: Funfit® Staff. to learn more about the role food and *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. 8 lessons 1 hr $164/$136 MCC district residents Class Information lifestyle play in your Activity No. Date Time 10 lessons 45 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents* wellness goals, this is the program for you. Join 1710.219 Tu, 9/10–10/29 7–8 p.m. *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. us at MCC for a six-week Materials fee: $5, make check payable to Funfit®. Fee is class series that focuses on Advanced Dog Obedience due to the instructor on the first day of class. topics that affect long-term wellness, including general This course is offered to all dogs and their owners 11 months–2 years healthful nutrition, myth-busting, who have previously attended and completed a basic Activity No. Date Time exercise, stress management, meal (introductory) dog obedience course. Topics of instruction planning, and more. will cover heeling off leash, extended stay commands, 1131.219 W, 9/18–11/20 9:45–10:30 a.m. recalls under distraction, down in motion and advanced Instructor: Giant Food’s In-Store Nutritionist. “situational” training. 1–4 years Class Information Instructor: Kevin Healy, Police K-9 Unit (Retired). Activity No. Date Time 6 lessons 1 hr Free Class Information 1132.219 W, 9/18–11/20 10:30–11:15 a.m. Activity No. Date Time 8 lessons 1 hr $164/$136 MCC district residents 2–3 years 1002.219 M, 9/16–10/28* 12–1 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 10/14. 1711.219 Tu, 9/10–10/29 8–9 p.m. 1133.219 W, 9/18–11/20 11:15 a.m.–noon

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Cardio, Strength & Balance Class Information Aerobic Workout Elastic Body A custom blend of cardio conditioning suitable for all 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents Choreographed routines provide heart-healthy benefits, With the physical demands of daily activities, levels. Learn traditional strength training, using body while sculpting and mat work offer strengthening and athletic pursuits and normal wear and tear, our joints, weight and free weights, and balance work to improve Activity No. Date Time stretching. Please bring aerobic shoes, light weights, muscles and connective tissue are subject to injury and coordination, stability and spatial awareness. Please bring tubing and a mat. deterioration. Protect your body’s elasticity by keeping a 1505.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 9:15–10:10 a.m. aerobic shoes, light weights and a yoga mat. weekly appointment to stretch. Please bring a mat. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. *No lesson on 11/28. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Class Information Class Information Body Sculpt 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents Class Information 11 lessons 55 mins $198/$165 MCC district residents For all fitness levels. Shape 10 lessons 55 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents and tone upper, middle Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time and lower body, building 1509.219 W, 9/18–12/11* 9:15–10:10 a.m. Activity No. Date Time 1501.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 9:15–10:10 a.m. and maintaining muscle 1512.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 10:15–11:10 a.m. strength, bone density, *No lesson on 11/27. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. endurance and ease of *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. movement, working all Tone and Stretch Barre Workout major and minor muscle This class combines elements from yoga, Pilates and Yoga Beginner Level Beginners welcome. Ballet barre exercise for groups. Please bring dance training to restore/maintain/improve flexibility, Learn or refine yoga postures in this accessible class everyone! Focus on thighs, gluteals, abdominals and back aerobic shoes, hand strength, balance and range-of-motion in a gentle, focused on proper alignment and form to support your FITNESS to develop functional muscles, improve posture and weightsFITNESS and a mat. accessible format. Please bring a mat. body. Increase mobility, improve balance and develop increase range of motion. Please bring a yoga mat, light strength while nurturing a sense of peace and well-being. Instructor: BodyMoves Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. CLASSES FOR CHILDREN weights and non-slip yoga grip socks. Fitness,CLASSES LLC. FOR CHILDREN Please bring a yoga mat. ® Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. ® Class Information Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Funfit Tots Funfit Tots Class Information Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents Class Information 11 lessons 55 mins $198/$165 MCC district residents Class Information Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games 11 lessons 55 mins $198/$165 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time class emphasizing songs, creative movement with Activityclass emphasizingNo. songs,Date creative movementTime with 11 lessons 55 mins $198/$165 MCC district residents parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops 1510.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 10:15–11:10 a.m. Activity No. Date Time 1506.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 8–8:55 p.m. Activity No. Date Time self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization 1502.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 10:15–11:10 a.m. *No lesson on 11/28. and cooperation and reinforces cognitive learning. Special *No lessonand cooperation on 10/14 and and 11/11. reinforces cognitive learning. Special 1513.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 1:30–2:25 p.m. needs welcome. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. needs welcome. Class Information Core Conditioning *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Instructor: Funfit® Staff. Instructor: Funfit® Staff. 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents Target your body’s core musculature, the basis of fitness Total Fit and injury prevention. Use body-weight, balance and Yoga Sculpt & Strength For all fitness levels. This moderate-intensity, low-impact Activity No. Date Time strength training exercises to focus on abdominals and Integrate the advantages of muscle conditioning with aerobics program incorporates weight training, core back, improving posture and movement confidence. 1507.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 10:15–11:10 a.m. the alignment benefits of yoga practice. Bring mind and strength, flexibility, balance and body awareness Please bring hand weights and a mat. body into harmony, using breath and focus to work fully techniques to provide a comprehensive fitness workout. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. with decreased stress and injury. Please bring a yoga Please bring aerobic shoes, hand weights and a mat. mat and block. FOR EARLY RISERS Class Information Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Zumba® Class Information 10 lessons 55 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents No experience required! Easy-to-follow Class Information Activity No. Date Time 11 lessons 55 mins $198/$165 MCC district residents routines, based on a combination of fast and slow Latin 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents movements and rhythms, provide a fun and effective Activity No. Date Time 1511.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 9:15–10:10 a.m. toning and cardio workout. Activity No. Date Time 1503.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 7–7:55 p.m. *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. 1514.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 7–7:55 p.m. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Class Information Class Information Class Information 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1508.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 8:15–9:10 a.m. 1515.219 W, 9/18–12/11* 11:30 a.m.–12:25 p.m. 1504.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 9:15–10:10 a.m. *No lesson on 11/27.

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Aerobic Workout Elastic Body Choreographed routines provide heart-healthy benefits, With the physical demands of daily activities, while sculpting and mat work offer strengthening and athletic pursuits and normal wear and tear, our joints, stretching. Please bring aerobic shoes, light weights, muscles and connective tissue are subject to injury and tubing and a mat. deterioration. Protect your body’s elasticity by keeping a weekly appointment to stretch. Please bring a mat. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Class Information 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents Class Information 10 lessons 55 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 1509.219 W, 9/18–12/11* 9:15–10:10 a.m. Activity No. Date Time 1512.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 10:15–11:10 a.m. *No lesson on 11/27. *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Tone and Stretch This class combines elements from yoga, Pilates and Yoga Beginner Level dance training to restore/maintain/improve flexibility, Learn or refine yoga postures in this accessible class strength, balance and range-of-motion in a gentle, focused on proper alignment and form to support your FITNESS accessible format. Please bring a mat. body. Increase mobility, improve balance and develop strength while nurturing a sense of peace and well-being. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Please bring a yoga mat. Funfit® Tots Class Information Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). Class Information Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games Activity No. Date Time class emphasizing songs, creative movement with 11 lessons 55 mins $198/$165 MCC district residents 1510.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 10:15–11:10 a.m. parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops Activity No. Date Time self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization *No lesson on 11/28. and cooperation and reinforces cognitive learning. Special 1513.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 1:30–2:25 p.m. needs welcome. Core Conditioning *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. ® Instructor: Funfit Staff. Target your body’s core musculature, the basis of fitness and injury prevention. Use body-weight, balance and Yoga Sculpt & Strength strength training exercises to focus on abdominals and Integrate the advantages of muscle conditioning with back, improving posture and movement confidence. the alignment benefits of yoga practice. Bring mind and Please bring hand weights and a mat. body into harmony, using breath and focus to work fully Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. with decreased stress and injury. Please bring a yoga mat and block. Class Information Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. 10 lessons 55 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents Class Information Activity No. Date Time 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents 1511.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 9:15–10:10 a.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. 1514.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 7–7:55 p.m.

Class Information 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents

Activity No. Date Time 1515.219 W, 9/18–12/11* 11:30 a.m.–12:25 p.m.

*No lesson on 11/27.

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Time to Unwind with Yoga Kundalini Yoga for Vitality & Balance Strength & Balance Looking for an oasis from the stressed out, hurried culture Accessible regardless of age or physical ability, this style Includes warm-up, strength-building and balance The following classes for adults listed below are held now known as “daily living?” Ready to breathe, unwind of yoga uses exercises, breathwork, mantra and exercises, gentle stretches and chair-based options. Bring at the Old Firehouse Center, 1440 Chain Bridge Rd. (literally) and unburden your spine from all that meditation and can foster vitality in body, balance in mind water, dumbbells, resistance “stretchy” bands and a 6- to compression inflicted upon it daily? Join this rejuvenating and openness in spirit. Please bring a thick yoga mat and a 8-inch diameter ball. Zumba (OFC) practice that can restore the body and calm the mind. pillow for floor sitting. Instructor: Linda Bernstein. A great cardio workout, set to Latin Music, that Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. targets the whole body, especially the glutes, abs Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Class Information and legs. Zumba dance combines both fast and slow Class Information 10 lessons 55 mins $156/$130 MCC district residents rhythms, unique choreography and most Class Information 13 lessons 80 mins $312/$260 MCC district residents importantly—it’s a class filled with infectious fun. Activity No. Date Time 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents Joy of Dance Staff. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: 9002.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3* 2–2:55 p.m. Activity No. Date Time 1519.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 5:30–6:50 p.m. Class Information *No lesson on 10/8 and 11/26. 1516.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 8–8:55 p.m. 12 lessons 1 hr $216/$180 MCC district residents

Piloxing Gentle Yoga Fitness Activity No. Date Time Yoga + Pilates Enjoy increased flexibility, strength, balance and Piloxing blends the muscle sculpting of Pilates, the 1601.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 10–11 a.m. This holistic integration of two disciplines energizes, strengthening and cardio of boxing and the fun and energy as you challenge yourself, while respecting relaxes and rejuvenates. Pilates exercises develop sensuality of dance into a high-energy interval workout. and honoring your body. Please bring a yoga mat, *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. movement from a strong core, protecting the spine and strap and block; a resistance band; a set of 1- to 2-lb. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. FITNESS lengthening the musculature. Yoga poses promote hand weights and water. Class Information CLASSES FOR CHILDREN improvement in balance, strength, flexibility, the health of Class Information Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. 13 lessons 1 hr $234/$195 MCC district residents internal organs and stress relief. Please bring a yoga mat. ® 14 lessons 1 hr $252/$210 MCC district residents Funfit Tots Class Information Activity No. Date Time Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). Activity No. Date Time 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents 1602.219 Th, 9/12–12/12* 10–11 a.m. Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games Class Information class emphasizing songs, creative movement with 1596.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 9:30–10:30 a.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/28. parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents 9006.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 11:30 a.m.–12:25 p.m. self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization Activity No. Date Time and cooperation and reinforces cognitive learning. Special *No lesson on 11/28. needs welcome. 1517.219 W, 9/18–12/11* 12:30–1:25 p.m. Instructor: Funfit® Staff. *No lesson on 11/27. MUSIC Qigong & Tai Chi CLASSES FOR CHILDREN All levels welcome. This combination of ancient practices Music Together® Teacher Schedule offers health and fitness benefits including improved circulation SENIOR FITNESS Instructor Day and immunity, reduced chronic Ms. Patti Papworth Monday, Tuesday & Thursday mornings pain and blood pressure, stress Fit for Life calming and enhanced balance Combines low-impact aerobics and stretches to Ms. Patricia Talmadge Tuesday afternoons & Friday mornings and coordination. Please wear strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, improve balance TBD Saturday mornings soft-soled shoes and loose, and endurance. Wear aerobic shoes and bring water, hand comfortable clothing. weights, resistance “stretchy” bands and a 6- to 8-inch ® diameter ball. Bring mat for floor exercises. Music Together , an internationally-recognized music and movement program, engages early childhood music Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. development for infant, toddler and preschool children and their parents and other primary caregivers through Instructor: Linda Bernstein. mixed-aged classes. It pioneered the concept of a research-based, developmentally-appropriate early childhood music Class Information curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement, and it's fun! The Music Together approach Class Information 10 lessons 55 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents develops every child's birthright of basic music competence by encouraging the actual experiencing of music through 10 lessons 55 mins $156/$130 MCC district residents playful activities rather than the learning of concepts or information about music. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Please note: Instructors may be subject change without notification. It is not the responsibility of 1518.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 11:30 a.m.–12:25 p.m. McLean Community Center or its instructors to make up, prorate or reimburse any missed classes due to personal 9001.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3* 1-1:55 p.m. *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. absences and/or schedule conflicts. *No lesson on 10/8 and 11/26. Continued on next page.

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Time to Unwind with Yoga Kundalini Yoga for Vitality & Balance Strength & Balance Looking for an oasis from the stressed out, hurried culture Accessible regardless of age or physical ability, this style Includes warm-up, strength-building and balance The following classes for adults listed below are held now known as “daily living?” Ready to breathe, unwind of yoga uses exercises, breathwork, mantra and exercises, gentle stretches and chair-based options. Bring at the Old Firehouse Center, 1440 Chain Bridge Rd. (literally) and unburden your spine from all that meditation and can foster vitality in body, balance in mind water, dumbbells, resistance “stretchy” bands and a 6- to compression inflicted upon it daily? Join this rejuvenating and openness in spirit. Please bring a thick yoga mat and a 8-inch diameter ball. Zumba (OFC) practice that can restore the body and calm the mind. pillow for floor sitting. Instructor: Linda Bernstein. A great cardio workout, set to Latin Music, that Please bring a yoga mat. Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. targets the whole body, especially the glutes, abs Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Class Information and legs. Zumba dance combines both fast and slow Class Information 10 lessons 55 mins $156/$130 MCC district residents rhythms, unique choreography and most Class Information 13 lessons 80 mins $312/$260 MCC district residents importantly—it’s a class filled with infectious fun. Activity No. Date Time 13 lessons 55 mins $234/$195 MCC district residents Joy of Dance Staff. Activity No. Date Time Instructor: 9002.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3* 2–2:55 p.m. Activity No. Date Time 1519.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 5:30–6:50 p.m. Class Information *No lesson on 10/8 and 11/26. 1516.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10 8–8:55 p.m. 12 lessons 1 hr $216/$180 MCC district residents

Piloxing Gentle Yoga Fitness Activity No. Date Time Yoga + Pilates Enjoy increased flexibility, strength, balance and Piloxing blends the muscle sculpting of Pilates, the 1601.219 M, 9/9–12/9* 10–11 a.m. This holistic integration of two disciplines energizes, strengthening and cardio of boxing and the fun and energy as you challenge yourself, while respecting relaxes and rejuvenates. Pilates exercises develop sensuality of dance into a high-energy interval workout. and honoring your body. Please bring a yoga mat, *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. movement from a strong core, protecting the spine and strap and block; a resistance band; a set of 1- to 2-lb. Instructor: Joy of Dance Staff. FITNESS lengthening the musculature. Yoga poses promote hand weights and water. Class Information CLASSES FOR CHILDREN improvement in balance, strength, flexibility, the health of Class Information Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. 13 lessons 1 hr $234/$195 MCC district residents internal organs and stress relief. Please bring a yoga mat. ® 14 lessons 1 hr $252/$210 MCC district residents Funfit Tots Class Information Activity No. Date Time Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. Parent/guardian participation required with child(ren). Activity No. Date Time 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents 1602.219 Th, 9/12–12/12* 10–11 a.m. Join us for this fun-filled, full-of- energy, active games Class Information class emphasizing songs, creative movement with 1596.219 Tu, 9/10–12/10 9:30–10:30 a.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/28. parachute, balls and loads of active fun! Develops 12 lessons 55 mins $216/$180 MCC district residents 9006.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 11:30 a.m.–12:25 p.m. self-confidence, motor skills, coordination, socialization Activity No. Date Time and cooperation and reinforces cognitive learning. Special *No lesson on 11/28. needs welcome. 1517.219 W, 9/18–12/11* 12:30–1:25 p.m. Instructor: Funfit® Staff. *No lesson on 11/27. MUSIC Qigong & Tai Chi CLASSES FOR CHILDREN All levels welcome. This combination of ancient practices Music Together® Teacher Schedule offers health and fitness benefits including improved circulation SENIOR FITNESS Instructor Day and immunity, reduced chronic Ms. Patti Papworth Monday, Tuesday & Thursday mornings pain and blood pressure, stress Fit for Life calming and enhanced balance Combines low-impact aerobics and stretches to Ms. Patricia Talmadge Tuesday afternoons & Friday mornings and coordination. Please wear strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, improve balance TBD Saturday mornings soft-soled shoes and loose, and endurance. Wear aerobic shoes and bring water, hand comfortable clothing. weights, resistance “stretchy” bands and a 6- to 8-inch ® diameter ball. Bring mat for floor exercises. Music Together , an internationally-recognized music and movement program, engages early childhood music Instructor: BodyMoves Fitness, LLC. development for infant, toddler and preschool children and their parents and other primary caregivers through Instructor: Linda Bernstein. mixed-aged classes. It pioneered the concept of a research-based, developmentally-appropriate early childhood music Class Information curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement, and it's fun! The Music Together approach Class Information 10 lessons 55 mins $180/$150 MCC district residents develops every child's birthright of basic music competence by encouraging the actual experiencing of music through 10 lessons 55 mins $156/$130 MCC district residents playful activities rather than the learning of concepts or information about music. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Please note: Instructors may be subject change without notification. It is not the responsibility of 1518.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 11:30 a.m.–12:25 p.m. McLean Community Center or its instructors to make up, prorate or reimburse any missed classes due to personal 9001.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3* 1-1:55 p.m. *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. absences and/or schedule conflicts. *No lesson on 10/8 and 11/26. Continued on next page.

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PERFORMING ARTS Infants–5 years with parent/guardian Infants–5 years with parent/guardian Technical Theatre Training Program Class Information Class Information For ages 14 and older. Technical training introduces Improv for Kids and Teens students to many aspects of technical production, 11 lessons 45 mins $264/$220 MCC district residents* 10 lessons 45 mins $240/$200 MCC district residents* This class is suitable for both beginners and those who including safety issues, and is designed to assist local arts *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. have taken improv classes in the past. Improv comedy is organizations with their productions. Volunteers who work Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little a great way for kids and teens to express themselves and in the Alden Theatre in a technical capacity are required to Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first gain confidence. Focusing on creativity and teamwork, complete this training course, but these classes are open day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. The Alden’s improv comedy classes for youth teach to anyone older than 14 years old. Participants may sign One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to improv fundamentals such as “yes, and” in a supportive up for one or all sessions. Please wear comfortable clothes nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. environment. Participants will perform in a showcase on that do not restrict movement and loafers or closed- Friday, Dec. 13. shoes with laces or Velcro. Monday Friday Katelyn Manfre. Theater Staff. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 8–11 years Participants age 16 or younger must have a 1201.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 9:15–10 a.m. 1211.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 9:15–10 a.m. parent or guardian present at first session to sign a waiver Class Information before they can participate. 1202.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 10:15–11 a.m. 1212.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 10:15–11 a.m. 8 lessons 1 hr $150/$125 MCC district residents 14 years–Adults 1203.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 11:15 a.m.–noon *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Activity No. Date Time Class Information *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. 3001.219 M, 10/7–12/9* 6:30–7:30 p.m. 1 lesson 4 hrs Free Infants–5 years with parent/guardian *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Activity No. Topic Date Time Infants–5 years with parent/guardian Class Information 12–16 years 3501.219 Intro Th, 12/5 7-11 p.m. Class Information 8 lessons 45 mins $192/$160 MCC district residents* Class Information 3502.219 Personnel Lift Tu, 12/10 7-11 p.m. 12 lessons 45 mins $288/$240 MCC district residents* *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. 8 lessons 1 hr $150/$125 MCC district residents Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little 3503.219 Lighting I Th, 12/12 7-11 p.m. *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little Activity No. Date Time day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. 3504.219 Lighting II Tu, 12/17 7-11 p.m. Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to 3002.219 M, 10/7–12/9* 7:30–8:30 p.m. 3505.219 Audio Th, 12/19 7-11 p.m. day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. Saturday Tuesday Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1213.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 9:15–10 a.m. SAFETY Babysitting Lessons & Safety Training This American Academy of Pediatrics course provides 1204.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 9:15–10 a.m. 1214.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 10:15–11 a.m. current practices for safety and injury prevention while 1205.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 10:15–11 a.m. 1215.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 11:15 a.m.–noon babysitting. The BLAST! Program offers exciting and American Heart Association interactive instruction, providing extensive training in 1206.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 11:15 a.m.–noon *No lesson on 9/28 and 11/9. CPR for Family & Friends pediatric first aid, household safety and the fundamentals This course teaches CPR and foreign body airway of childcare. Students must attend the entire session to 1207.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 4:30–5:15 p.m. obstruction relief for adults, children and infants. receive their certificates. Please bring a doll and bag lunch. Thursday Linda Lowry. Linda Lowry. Activity No. Date Time 15 years–Adults 6–9 Graders 1208.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 9:15–10 a.m. Class Information Class Information 1209.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 10:15–11 a.m. 1 lesson 2.5 hrs $50/$45 MCC district residents 1 lesson 5 hrs $60/$50 MCC district residents 1210.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 11:15 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/28. 1421.219 W, 9/25 7–9:30 p.m. 1422.219 Sa, 10/12 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

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PERFORMING ARTS Infants–5 years with parent/guardian Infants–5 years with parent/guardian Technical Theatre Training Program Class Information Class Information For ages 14 and older. Technical training introduces Improv for Kids and Teens students to many aspects of technical production, 11 lessons 45 mins $264/$220 MCC district residents* 10 lessons 45 mins $240/$200 MCC district residents* This class is suitable for both beginners and those who including safety issues, and is designed to assist local arts *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. have taken improv classes in the past. Improv comedy is organizations with their productions. Volunteers who work Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little a great way for kids and teens to express themselves and in the Alden Theatre in a technical capacity are required to Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first gain confidence. Focusing on creativity and teamwork, complete this training course, but these classes are open day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. The Alden’s improv comedy classes for youth teach to anyone older than 14 years old. Participants may sign One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to improv fundamentals such as “yes, and” in a supportive up for one or all sessions. Please wear comfortable clothes nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. environment. Participants will perform in a showcase on that do not restrict movement and loafers or closed-toe Friday, Dec. 13. shoes with laces or Velcro. Monday Friday Katelyn Manfre. Theater Staff. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 8–11 years Participants age 16 or younger must have a 1201.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 9:15–10 a.m. 1211.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 9:15–10 a.m. parent or guardian present at first session to sign a waiver Class Information before they can participate. 1202.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 10:15–11 a.m. 1212.219 F, 9/20–12/13* 10:15–11 a.m. 8 lessons 1 hr $150/$125 MCC district residents 14 years–Adults 1203.219 M, 9/16–12/9* 11:15 a.m.–noon *No lesson on 11/8, 11/29 and 12/6. Activity No. Date Time Class Information *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. 3001.219 M, 10/7–12/9* 6:30–7:30 p.m. 1 lesson 4 hrs Free Infants–5 years with parent/guardian *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. Activity No. Topic Date Time Infants–5 years with parent/guardian Class Information 12–16 years 3501.219 Intro Th, 12/5 7-11 p.m. Class Information 8 lessons 45 mins $192/$160 MCC district residents* Class Information 3502.219 Personnel Lift Tu, 12/10 7-11 p.m. 12 lessons 45 mins $288/$240 MCC district residents* *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. 8 lessons 1 hr $150/$125 MCC district residents Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little 3503.219 Lighting I Th, 12/12 7-11 p.m. *Class fee includes payment for one child and one adult. Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first Required Supplemental Fee: $40, make payable to Little Activity No. Date Time day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. 3504.219 Lighting II Tu, 12/17 7-11 p.m. Steps Music, LLC. Fee is due to the instructor on the first One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to 3002.219 M, 10/7–12/9* 7:30–8:30 p.m. 3505.219 Audio Th, 12/19 7-11 p.m. day of class or by PayPal to [email protected]. nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. One supplemental fee per family. One infant, newborn to *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. nine months old, can attend FREE with a registered sibling. Saturday Tuesday Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1213.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 9:15–10 a.m. SAFETY Babysitting Lessons & Safety Training This American Academy of Pediatrics course provides 1204.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 9:15–10 a.m. 1214.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 10:15–11 a.m. current practices for safety and injury prevention while 1205.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 10:15–11 a.m. 1215.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 11:15 a.m.–noon babysitting. The BLAST! Program offers exciting and American Heart Association interactive instruction, providing extensive training in 1206.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 11:15 a.m.–noon *No lesson on 9/28 and 11/9. CPR for Family & Friends pediatric first aid, household safety and the fundamentals This course teaches CPR and foreign body airway of childcare. Students must attend the entire session to 1207.219 Tu, 9/17–12/3 4:30–5:15 p.m. obstruction relief for adults, children and infants. receive their certificates. Please bring a doll and bag lunch. Thursday Linda Lowry. Linda Lowry. Activity No. Date Time 15 years–Adults 6–9 Graders 1208.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 9:15–10 a.m. Class Information Class Information 1209.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 10:15–11 a.m. 1 lesson 2.5 hrs $50/$45 MCC district residents 1 lesson 5 hrs $60/$50 MCC district residents 1210.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 11:15 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/28. 1421.219 W, 9/25 7–9:30 p.m. 1422.219 Sa, 10/12 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

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Babysitting + American Heart Association Stemtree Robotics Play-Well TEKnologies CPR for Family & Friends All facets of our life are affected by engineering— Play-Well teachers teach year-round and make the This class combines Babysitting Lessons plus the mechanical, civil, software—just to name a few. To be curriculum their own, so that each program is a uniquely American Heart Association’s “CPR for Family and successful in the field of engineering, creative, fun experience. We explore, solve problems and express Friends” (both listed on previous page). Students must problem-solving abilities are a must. Stemtree Engineering ourselves through LEGO. Our curriculum is designed by attend the entire session to receive their certificates. Workouts use the wonder and genius of robots to inspire engineers and refined by teachers, but the kids just Please bring a doll and a bag lunch to class. students to learn engineering, apply their knowledge and think it’s fun! skills of basic science, model construction, computer Linda Lowry. Instructor: programming and problem solving to explore STEM Intro to STEM with LEGO® 6–9 Graders concepts. This is both a perfect introduction to the world Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of of robotics for younger students and an opportunity to LEGO®! Build engineer-designed projects such as Class Information expand the knowledge base of older students. motorcycles, castles, airplanes and monorails. Then use 1 lesson 5.5 hrs $75/$65 MCC district residents Instructor: Stemtree Staff. special pieces to create your own unique design! New and returning students can explore the endless creative Activity No. Date Time 6–11 years possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the 1423.219 Sa, 11/2 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Class Information guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. 10 lessons 1 hr $240/$200 MCC district residents Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Staff. First Aid with CPR Activity No. Date Time 5–6 years This American College of Emergency Physicians course SENIOR MOMENTS Class Information covers breathing emergencies, identifying and caring for 1029.219 Tu, 10/1–12/3 4:30–5:30 p.m. ADULT LEARNING bleeding, sudden illnesses, injuries and preventing child- 8 lessons 1 hr $149/$120 MCC district residents hood injury. This class also includes CPR and the Heimlich “Senior Moments” is a term used when someone maneuver as well as first aid. Certification card issued. Stemtree Coding with Fun Activity No. Date Time cannot remember something, but, here at the community Students do not need previous computer programming center, our Senior Moments are for adults to have positive Instructor: Linda Lowry. 1031.219 W, 10/2–11/20 4:30–5:30 p.m. experience. Today, most children use computers and experiences. Come join your friends and neighbors at the 15 years–Adults manipulate media, but few of them know how to create MCC for our social, enjoyable and learning Senior ® the media or software. This class will teach students how Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO Moments. We currently offer these programs at reduced Class Information to create and develop computer programs (games, Young Jedi will explore worlds far, far away and engineer- prices, therefore, we do not offer additional discounts. The 1 lesson 3.5 hrs $80/$70 MCC district residents stories, etc.) instead of just playing with them. Students ing principles right in front of them. Defeat the Empire by 10% senior discount applies to ages 60+ with course fees will learn computer programming concepts in a fun and designing and refining LEGO® X-Wings, R2-units and of $50 or more. Activity No. Date Time interactive way while sharing their own interactive stories, settlements on far-flung edges of the galaxy. Imagination To serve you better, we ask that you register in advance. animations, games, music and art. Students will have an 1424.219 W, 11/13 6–9:30 p.m. and engineering combine to create motorized and archi- This helps the instructor plan and assures us that there is opportunity to think creatively, communicate clearly, use tectural projects such as energy catapults, shield genera- interest in the course offering. technology fluently and collaborate effectively. They will tors and defense turrets. also create their own computer programs to implement Play-Well TEKnologies. The Knitting Circle SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY computer games and combine multiple topics (science, Instructor: If you have never knitted before, or if you are an old CLASSES FOR CHILDREN engineering, teamwork). 7–12 years hand, join the Knitting Circle! Beginners will learn how to Stemtree Staff. Stemtree Instructor: Class Information knit, and experienced knitters will have a friendly place to 6–11 years 8 lessons 1 hr $149/$120 MCC district residents knit, and/or learn new skills or get help with current Stemtree offers K-12 science and engineering education projects. Bring your own supplies, a project in progress or programs. Our one-on-one learning environment Class Information Activity No. Date Time purchase a beginner’s kit from the instructor for $20. enables students of all abilities to become confident, 10 lessons 1 hr $240/$200 MCC district residents Julie Thatcher. capable learners and allows quality individualized 1032.219 W, 10/2–11/20 5:45–6:45 p.m. Facilitator: interaction between the instructor and the Activity No. Date Time Class Information student. The program utilizes instructional time, 1030.219 Tu, 10/1–12/3 5:45–6:45 p.m. assessments and hands-on activities to CLASSES FOR ADULTS 6 lessons 2 hr $49/$35 MCC district residents* reinforce key concepts and develop science Activity No. Date Time and engineering skills. Stemtree curriculum Technology Tutoring Workshops goes beyond STEM activities. Students For more information and details, go to 9014.219 Th, 9/19–12/19** 7–9 p.m. improve problem-solving skills, enhance Senior Moments section on page 30. Questions? *Materials fee: $20, for beginner’s kit (optional). Fee is due critical thinking ability, learn the science, Contact Quentin Levin at [email protected]. to the instructor on the first day of class. engineering, programming concepts behind Preregistration is required to attend. STEM activities and have fun while learning. **No lesson on 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7, 11/21, 11/28, 12/5 and 12/12.

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Babysitting + American Heart Association Stemtree Robotics Play-Well TEKnologies CPR for Family & Friends All facets of our life are affected by engineering— Play-Well teachers teach year-round and make the This class combines Babysitting Lessons plus the mechanical, civil, software—just to name a few. To be curriculum their own, so that each program is a uniquely American Heart Association’s “CPR for Family and successful in the field of engineering, creative, fun experience. We explore, solve problems and express Friends” (both listed on previous page). Students must problem-solving abilities are a must. Stemtree Engineering ourselves through LEGO. Our curriculum is designed by attend the entire session to receive their certificates. Workouts use the wonder and genius of robots to inspire engineers and refined by teachers, but the kids just Please bring a doll and a bag lunch to class. students to learn engineering, apply their knowledge and think it’s fun! skills of basic science, model construction, computer Linda Lowry. Instructor: programming and problem solving to explore STEM Intro to STEM with LEGO® 6–9 Graders concepts. This is both a perfect introduction to the world Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of of robotics for younger students and an opportunity to LEGO®! Build engineer-designed projects such as Class Information expand the knowledge base of older students. motorcycles, castles, airplanes and monorails. Then use 1 lesson 5.5 hrs $75/$65 MCC district residents Instructor: Stemtree Staff. special pieces to create your own unique design! New and returning students can explore the endless creative Activity No. Date Time 6–11 years possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the 1423.219 Sa, 11/2 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Class Information guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. 10 lessons 1 hr $240/$200 MCC district residents Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Staff. First Aid with CPR Activity No. Date Time 5–6 years This American College of Emergency Physicians course SENIOR MOMENTS Class Information covers breathing emergencies, identifying and caring for 1029.219 Tu, 10/1–12/3 4:30–5:30 p.m. ADULT LEARNING bleeding, sudden illnesses, injuries and preventing child- 8 lessons 1 hr $149/$120 MCC district residents hood injury. This class also includes CPR and the Heimlich “Senior Moments” is a term used when someone maneuver as well as first aid. Certification card issued. Stemtree Coding with Fun Activity No. Date Time cannot remember something, but, here at the community Students do not need previous computer programming center, our Senior Moments are for adults to have positive Instructor: Linda Lowry. 1031.219 W, 10/2–11/20 4:30–5:30 p.m. experience. Today, most children use computers and experiences. Come join your friends and neighbors at the 15 years–Adults manipulate media, but few of them know how to create MCC for our social, enjoyable and learning Senior ® the media or software. This class will teach students how Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO Moments. We currently offer these programs at reduced Class Information to create and develop computer programs (games, Young Jedi will explore worlds far, far away and engineer- prices, therefore, we do not offer additional discounts. The 1 lesson 3.5 hrs $80/$70 MCC district residents stories, etc.) instead of just playing with them. Students ing principles right in front of them. Defeat the Empire by 10% senior discount applies to ages 60+ with course fees will learn computer programming concepts in a fun and designing and refining LEGO® X-Wings, R2-units and of $50 or more. Activity No. Date Time interactive way while sharing their own interactive stories, settlements on far-flung edges of the galaxy. Imagination To serve you better, we ask that you register in advance. animations, games, music and art. Students will have an 1424.219 W, 11/13 6–9:30 p.m. and engineering combine to create motorized and archi- This helps the instructor plan and assures us that there is opportunity to think creatively, communicate clearly, use tectural projects such as energy catapults, shield genera- interest in the course offering. technology fluently and collaborate effectively. They will tors and defense turrets. also create their own computer programs to implement Play-Well TEKnologies. The Knitting Circle SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY computer games and combine multiple topics (science, Instructor: If you have never knitted before, or if you are an old CLASSES FOR CHILDREN engineering, teamwork). 7–12 years hand, join the Knitting Circle! Beginners will learn how to Stemtree Staff. Stemtree Instructor: Class Information knit, and experienced knitters will have a friendly place to 6–11 years 8 lessons 1 hr $149/$120 MCC district residents knit, and/or learn new skills or get help with current Stemtree offers K-12 science and engineering education projects. Bring your own supplies, a project in progress or programs. Our one-on-one learning environment Class Information Activity No. Date Time purchase a beginner’s kit from the instructor for $20. enables students of all abilities to become confident, 10 lessons 1 hr $240/$200 MCC district residents Julie Thatcher. capable learners and allows quality individualized 1032.219 W, 10/2–11/20 5:45–6:45 p.m. Facilitator: interaction between the instructor and the Activity No. Date Time Class Information student. The program utilizes instructional time, 1030.219 Tu, 10/1–12/3 5:45–6:45 p.m. assessments and hands-on activities to CLASSES FOR ADULTS 6 lessons 2 hr $49/$35 MCC district residents* reinforce key concepts and develop science Activity No. Date Time and engineering skills. Stemtree curriculum Technology Tutoring Workshops goes beyond STEM activities. Students For more information and details, go to 9014.219 Th, 9/19–12/19** 7–9 p.m. improve problem-solving skills, enhance Senior Moments section on page 30. Questions? *Materials fee: $20, for beginner’s kit (optional). Fee is due critical thinking ability, learn the science, Contact Quentin Levin at [email protected]. to the instructor on the first day of class. engineering, programming concepts behind Preregistration is required to attend. STEM activities and have fun while learning. **No lesson on 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7, 11/21, 11/28, 12/5 and 12/12.

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Technology Tutoring Workshops Digital Photographs: Keeping/Naming/Sharing History of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal This workshop assists seniors in using Apple devices, Since the invention of the digital camera, we have all (C&O Canal) including the iPhone, iPad, iPod and Apple Watch. The become collectors of “instant images.” So, now what? Construction of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal began in instructor will explain the fundamentals, then provide How do you: organize those images to make accessing 1828 with President John Quincy Adams turning over the personalized assistance in a welcoming environment. The them easier; keep them safe in the ever-changing digital first spade full of dirt. The canal runs a distance of 184.5 instructor will patiently answer questions regarding email, age; and share them effectively? Join us for a talk to find miles. Today, the canal and its adjoining towpath is a texting, FaceTime, apps, Facebook, photo sharing, and out—and bring your questions! national park where hikers, bikers and campers can will decipher that cryptic “lol” and “g2g” texting lingo in a Presented by: Terri Blanchette, Heritage Preservation historically journey along the Potomac River. helpful booklet that participants can take home. Be sure to Specialist, Owner of TimeSorters. Carole Herrick, Author, President of the bring your devices and know their passwords in order to Presented by: McLean Historical Society, immediate past chair of the unlock them. You can attend both Part I and Part II, but Class Information Fairfax County History Commission. may attend à la carte and repeat sessions. Questions? 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Contact Quentin Levin at [email protected]. A Session with a Life Coach Class Information Preregistration is required to attend. Activity No. Date Time Melissa Elias’s mission is to empower women to be 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Instructor: Quentin Levin. true to themselves; to live authentically without apology. 9018.219 Tu, 10/1 10:30 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time Part 1: The Basics This course is for any woman who feels any dissatisfaction with her current life experience and who feels “stuck” to 9021.219 Tu, 10/22 10:30 a.m.–noon Class Information make a change. In this three- hour seminar, you will be Maximize Your Profits While 1 lesson 2 hrs Free admission* provided materials to begin the thought-provoking work Decluttering and Downsizing! of unearthing the “why” of your current life situation and Lori and Jamie will share expertise on proven techniques Activity No. Date Time gain clarity on how to move forward. The objectives of the for maximizing the value of your possessions and the steps 9101.219 Sa, 9/21 10:30–12:30 p.m. presentation are to establish areas of dissatisfaction needed to get from where you are today to a new chapter (weight, personal relationships, finances), to briefly discuss in your life. *Preregistration is required. the “why” to focus on personal responsibility and to set Presented by: Jamie Grasso, a Gemological Institute of Part 2: Beyond the Basics two achievable goals that will move you in the direction of America certified AJP, Owner of JG Jewelry and Estates, your dreams. Bring a notebook, a pen or pencil to class. and Lori James, CEO and Owner of Atlas Services. Class Information Presented by: Melissa Elias, Whole Life Wellness, LLC. 1 lesson 2 hrs Free admission* Class Information Class Information 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 1 lesson 3 hrs $21/$15 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 9102.219 Su, 9/29 2–4 p.m. Activity No. Date Time 9019.219 Tu, 10/8 10:30 a.m.–noon *Preregistration is required. 9016.219 Sa, 9/21 9 a.m.–noon

Presentations listed in chronological order. Aging in Place - How to Achieve the Goal of Estate Planning 101 Safely Staying Home as You Age Financial Planning in a New Tax Reality Protecting Your Most Important Asset... This presentation is designed to highlight the main parts Most people prefer to remain home as they age. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act produced many YOU: How to Stay Safe in the Hospital of an estate plan and the critical importance of each However, declining health and mobility and lack of winners and losers. In this educational workshop, we will Did you know that the third leading cause of death in the document. Topics include wills, revocable living trusts, assistance in the home become obstacles for achieving cover Schedule A, lumping qualified charitable distribu- United States is preventable harm in the hospital? This is advance medical directives, power of attorney and this goal. Hear from industry experts about how to address tions and donor advised funds, as well as other strategies an interactive and educational presentation on how to probate. Estate planning helps protect your family and some common obstacles, both in home accessibility and that aim to turn some of those losers into winners. Discov- advocate for yourself and your loved ones in the hospital. loved ones by allowing them to know and execute your safety, and options for obtaining needed assistance. er what changed with the new tax reform law and how wishes in a simple manner. Estate planning now can your retirement may be impacted. Understand how lost What to look for during a hospital stay, what to say to Juan Tuason and Gregory Sieb, Owners of provide huge savings down the road and eliminate Presented by: deductions could cause your retirement taxes to be higher advocate for your loved one and when to get help. Paragon Home Care. unnecessary costs, time and fees later. than expected and how to plan for it. Presented by: Dana Hutson, Campaign ZERO Community Educator. Presented by: Alison Mathey Lambeth Esq.; licensed to Class Information Presented by: Kelly Campbell, Host of Seminars on practice in the DMV. 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Retirement Planning. Class Information Class Information Class Information 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 9020.219 Tu, 10/15 10:30 a.m.–noon 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 9015.219 Tu, 9/17 10:30 a.m.–noon 9017.219 Tu, 9/24 10:30 a.m.–noon 9022.219 Sa, 10/26 10:30 a.m.–noon

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Digital Photographs: Keeping/Naming/Sharing History of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Since the invention of the digital camera, we have all (C&O Canal) become collectors of “instant images.” So, now what? Construction of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal began in How do you: organize those images to make accessing 1828 with President John Quincy Adams turning over the them easier; keep them safe in the ever-changing digital first spade full of dirt. The canal runs a distance of 184.5 age; and share them effectively? Join us for a talk to find miles. Today, the canal and its adjoining towpath is a out—and bring your questions! national park where hikers, bikers and campers can Presented by: Terri Blanchette, Heritage Preservation historically journey along the Potomac River. Specialist, Owner of TimeSorters. Presented by: Carole Herrick, Author, President of the McLean Historical Society, immediate past chair of the Class Information Fairfax County History Commission. 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Class Information Activity No. Date Time 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 9018.219 Tu, 10/1 10:30 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time Maximize Your Profits While 9021.219 Tu, 10/22 10:30 a.m.–noon Decluttering and Downsizing! Lori and Jamie will share expertise on proven techniques for maximizing the value of your possessions and the steps needed to get from where you are today to a new chapter in your life. Presented by: Jamie Grasso, a Gemological Institute of America certified AJP, Owner of JG Jewelry and Estates, and Lori James, CEO and Owner of Atlas Services.

Class Information 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents

Activity No. Date Time 9019.219 Tu, 10/8 10:30 a.m.–noon

Aging in Place - How to Achieve the Goal of Safely Staying Home as You Age Financial Planning in a New Tax Reality Most people prefer to remain home as they age. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act produced many However, declining health and mobility and lack of winners and losers. In this educational workshop, we will assistance in the home become obstacles for achieving cover Schedule A, lumping qualified charitable distribu- this goal. Hear from industry experts about how to address tions and donor advised funds, as well as other strategies some common obstacles, both in home accessibility and that aim to turn some of those losers into winners. Discov- safety, and options for obtaining needed assistance. er what changed with the new tax reform law and how your retirement may be impacted. Understand how lost Juan Tuason and Gregory Sieb, Owners of Presented by: deductions could cause your retirement taxes to be higher Paragon Home Care. than expected and how to plan for it. Class Information Presented by: Kelly Campbell, Host of Seminars on 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Retirement Planning.

Activity No. Date Time Class Information 9020.219 Tu, 10/15 10:30 a.m.–noon 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 9022.219 Sa, 10/26 10:30 a.m.–noon

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When the Time Comes Will Your Discovering Dementia: Basic Concepts Managing Health Care Expenses in Retirement SOCCER Family Be Prepared? “I noticed some changes in my spouse recently— If you are concerned about health care expenses in CLASSES FOR CHILDREN When your time comes, will your family be prepared? could it be dementia?” While most people have heard retirement, now is the time to start planning. Starting with Will they know what to do when you die? Come and hear about dementia, not everyone knows that there are an overview of Medicare and ending with a discussion of First Strike Soccer by different types. This presentation focuses on the four main long-term care, this workshop will open your eyes to the what funeral options are available and decide what would JST Athletics be appropriate for you. This educational seminar will make types of dementia, differences and similarities between way healthcare works in retirement and what decisions you you comfortable with your choices and give you ideas how them and how to identify each. The objective of the need to make now. This presentation is geared to JST Athletics provides sports to make those choices known to your family so there is no presentation is to explain dementia and the brain, explore everyone over 60, even if you are already on Medicare. instruction to young athletes types of dementia, demonstrate the signs of dementia and guilt or guessing. Presented by: Sarah Graham, VLP Financial Advisors. of all ages and skill levels. JST provide resources. was founded on the principle Jim Zalewski, Licensed Funeral Director, Class Information that kids learn better when Cremationist and Pre-Need Advisor. Paul Nasto, Co-Founder of My Home Companion. 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents they love what they do, and Class Information they love what they do by Class Information Activity No. Date Time having fun! Our teaching 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 9028.219 Tu, 11/26 10:30 a.m.–noon methods are centered around Activity No. Date Time this principle to provide the Activity No. Date Time perfect balance between fun 9023.219 Tu, 10/29 10:30 a.m.–noon and learning through our 9025.219 Tu, 11/12 10:30 a.m.–noon Picture This: What to Do with All of Those Photographs curriculum. Our goal at JST is to instill a lifelong love of Good/Better/Best: Options for From the earliest unsmiling photographs, to the fitness through sports. Keeping Your Family History Safe Fine Jewelry, Silver and Coins instamatics and today’s digital collections, this fun, Most of us have “stashes” of family history items in our Attend this interactive presentation on valuing jewelry, engaging and informative talk will share information on the Players are introduced to attics, spare rooms, basements and storage units that we silver and coins. You will learn the difference between an various types of photographs found in family collections, fundamental techniques of do not have the time or know-how to deal with. Yet, they appraisal and an evaluation, and learn about the what they can tell us about the past, and how best to care kicking, passing, dribbling are being lost to decay with each passing year. Come to secondary market for jewelry, silver and coins. You are for our photographs, whether we have them in boxes, and defense. Classes include this informative talk and discover some basic steps you encouraged to bring one item for evaluation. frames or scrapbooks. games and scrimmages incorporating skills learned. can take right now to preserve all kinds of materials that Jamie Grasso, a Gemological Institute of Presented by: Terri Blanchette, Heritage Preservation you have in your home, and help ensure they will be there America certified AJP, owner of JG Jewelry and Estates. Specialist, Owner of TimeSorters. Instructor: JST Athletics. for generations to come! Class Information First Strike Soccer: Minis Club Terri Blanchette, Heritage Preservation Class Information 2–3 years Specialist, Owner of TimeSorters. 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Class Information Class Information Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 10 lessons 45 mins $168/$140 MCC district residents 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 9026.219 Sat, 11/16 10:30 a.m.–noon 9029.219 Tu, 12/3 10:30 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1061.219 Th, 9/19–11/21 9:15-10 a.m. 9024.219 Tu, 11/5 10:30 a.m.–noon Five Strategies for Managing Your Parents’ Finances 1062.219 Th, 9/19–11/21 11:15 a.m.-noon Attendees will learn about the five core strategies to dissect their parents’ finances, help them to maximize First Strike Soccer: Kids Club Medicare and Medigap income, tips to minimize expenses and get around 4–5 years Many people underestimate their health care costs when planning for retirement and facing communication challenges by discussing finances with Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, can feel overwhelming. Attendees will learn about Medicare them. Attendees with walk away and immediately be Class Information able to implement at least five to 10 action items to and Medigap, how to navigate the options, understand the costs and better manage these 10 lessons 45 mins $168/$140 MCC district residents factors when planning for or enjoying retirement. For those of age to be on help their parents. Medicare and/or Medigap this year, or who want to Presented by: Tracy Shen, a Wealth Advisor of 18 years Activity No. Date Time consider making changes during this open season, Class Information and Founder of Florin Group. 1063.119 Th, 9/19–11/21 10:15-11 a.m. this workshop will be held before the end of this 1 lesson 1.5 hrs Free, preregistration is required. year’s open season. Class Information Mari De Leon, Fairfax County Activity No. Date Time 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Medicare/Medigap Counselor. 9027.219 Tu, 11/19 10:30 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time 9030.219 Tu, 12/10 10:30 a.m.–noon

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When the Time Comes Will Your Discovering Dementia: Basic Concepts Managing Health Care Expenses in Retirement SOCCER Family Be Prepared? “I noticed some changes in my spouse recently— If you are concerned about health care expenses in CLASSES FOR CHILDREN When your time comes, will your family be prepared? could it be dementia?” While most people have heard retirement, now is the time to start planning. Starting with Will they know what to do when you die? Come and hear about dementia, not everyone knows that there are an overview of Medicare and ending with a discussion of First Strike Soccer by different types. This presentation focuses on the four main long-term care, this workshop will open your eyes to the what funeral options are available and decide what would JST Athletics be appropriate for you. This educational seminar will make types of dementia, differences and similarities between way healthcare works in retirement and what decisions you you comfortable with your choices and give you ideas how them and how to identify each. The objective of the need to make now. This presentation is geared to JST Athletics provides sports to make those choices known to your family so there is no presentation is to explain dementia and the brain, explore everyone over 60, even if you are already on Medicare. instruction to young athletes types of dementia, demonstrate the signs of dementia and guilt or guessing. Presented by: Sarah Graham, VLP Financial Advisors. of all ages and skill levels. JST provide resources. was founded on the principle Jim Zalewski, Licensed Funeral Director, Class Information that kids learn better when Cremationist and Pre-Need Advisor. Paul Nasto, Co-Founder of My Home Companion. 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents they love what they do, and Class Information they love what they do by Class Information Activity No. Date Time having fun! Our teaching 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 9028.219 Tu, 11/26 10:30 a.m.–noon methods are centered around Activity No. Date Time this principle to provide the Activity No. Date Time perfect balance between fun 9023.219 Tu, 10/29 10:30 a.m.–noon and learning through our 9025.219 Tu, 11/12 10:30 a.m.–noon Picture This: What to Do with All of Those Photographs curriculum. Our goal at JST is to instill a lifelong love of Good/Better/Best: Options for From the earliest unsmiling photographs, to the fitness through sports. Keeping Your Family History Safe Fine Jewelry, Silver and Coins instamatics and today’s digital collections, this fun, Most of us have “stashes” of family history items in our Attend this interactive presentation on valuing jewelry, engaging and informative talk will share information on the Players are introduced to attics, spare rooms, basements and storage units that we silver and coins. You will learn the difference between an various types of photographs found in family collections, fundamental techniques of do not have the time or know-how to deal with. Yet, they appraisal and an evaluation, and learn about the what they can tell us about the past, and how best to care kicking, passing, dribbling are being lost to decay with each passing year. Come to secondary market for jewelry, silver and coins. You are for our photographs, whether we have them in boxes, and defense. Classes include this informative talk and discover some basic steps you encouraged to bring one item for evaluation. frames or scrapbooks. games and scrimmages incorporating skills learned. can take right now to preserve all kinds of materials that Jamie Grasso, a Gemological Institute of Presented by: Terri Blanchette, Heritage Preservation you have in your home, and help ensure they will be there America certified AJP, owner of JG Jewelry and Estates. Specialist, Owner of TimeSorters. Instructor: JST Athletics. for generations to come! Class Information First Strike Soccer: Minis Club Terri Blanchette, Heritage Preservation Class Information 2–3 years Specialist, Owner of TimeSorters. 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Class Information Class Information Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 10 lessons 45 mins $168/$140 MCC district residents 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents 9026.219 Sat, 11/16 10:30 a.m.–noon 9029.219 Tu, 12/3 10:30 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 1061.219 Th, 9/19–11/21 9:15-10 a.m. 9024.219 Tu, 11/5 10:30 a.m.–noon Five Strategies for Managing Your Parents’ Finances 1062.219 Th, 9/19–11/21 11:15 a.m.-noon Attendees will learn about the five core strategies to dissect their parents’ finances, help them to maximize First Strike Soccer: Kids Club Medicare and Medigap income, tips to minimize expenses and get around 4–5 years Many people underestimate their health care costs when planning for retirement and facing communication challenges by discussing finances with Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, can feel overwhelming. Attendees will learn about Medicare them. Attendees with walk away and immediately be Class Information able to implement at least five to 10 action items to and Medigap, how to navigate the options, understand the costs and better manage these 10 lessons 45 mins $168/$140 MCC district residents factors when planning for or enjoying retirement. For those of age to be on help their parents. Medicare and/or Medigap this year, or who want to Presented by: Tracy Shen, a Wealth Advisor of 18 years Activity No. Date Time consider making changes during this open season, Class Information and Founder of Florin Group. 1063.119 Th, 9/19–11/21 10:15-11 a.m. this workshop will be held before the end of this 1 lesson 1.5 hrs Free, preregistration is required. year’s open season. Class Information Mari De Leon, Fairfax County Activity No. Date Time 1 lesson 1.5 hrs $7/$5 MCC district residents Medicare/Medigap Counselor. 9027.219 Tu, 11/19 10:30 a.m.–noon Activity No. Date Time 9030.219 Tu, 12/10 10:30 a.m.–noon

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VISUAL ARTS Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers CLASSES FOR TEENS Class Information Children will develop their creativity through lessons 7 lessons 3 hrs $325/$305 MCC district residents carefully designed to ignite their imaginations and Artist Books: Visual & Creative Storytelling Abrakadoodle Twoosy Doodlers develop their skills. Using real artists' materials, including Activity No. Date Time watercolors, tempera paints, oil pastels, creative tools and No previous experience needed. Students will explore This is a special art experience for toddlers and parents 6601.219 M, 9/23–11/18* 1–4 p.m. more, your child will create truly unique masterpieces. narration, both visually and verbally, and produce a (or helpers). Little fingers will experiment with painting, series of hand-bound books, including Japanese Abrakadoodle Staff. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. gluing, sticking, printing and creating while developing accordion and freeform. fine motor, language and self-help skills. 3–6 years Instructor: Rula Jones. Portrait and Figure Painting Abrakadoodle Staff. Some drawing experience is necessary. Class Information 13–18 years Come and learn figure painting in oils, 20 months–3 years 11 lessons 1 hr $245/$225 MCC district residents* Class Information acrylics or pastels with a live model. In Class Information this class, you will gain the knowledge of Activity No. Date Time 5 lessons 1.5 hrs $120/$110 MCC district residents 11 lessons 45 mins $185/$170 MCC district residents* basic painting concepts and techniques 6304.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10** 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Activity No. Date Time such as value, color temperature, Activity No. Date Time † composition and transition. You will be 6305.219 Th, 9/19–12/12 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 6203.219 Tu, 11/5–12/10* 4:30–6 p.m. 6301.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10** 10:15–11 a.m. exposed to the different approaches to *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. *No lesson on 11/26. start a painting and the theories behind 6302.219 Th, 9/19–12/12† 10:15–11 a.m. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. them. Step-by-step instructions will take you through the entire process of a *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. **No lesson on 10/29 and 11/26. Comic Book and Illustration painting. Short demos will be given by Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. †No lesson on 10/31 and 11/28. Drawing and storytelling are great together! Projects will the instructor to show how to apply be based around stories, how to draw cartoon characters, **No lesson on 10/29 and 11/26. these concepts and techniques. Class Information draw settings and tell stories through art, from single †No lesson on 10/31 and 11/28. 9 lessons 1 hr $200/$185 MCC district residents* drawings to books and comics. We will also work on figure Instructor: Jordan Xu. and anatomy sketches to enhance our drawing Class Information 16 years–Adults Activity No. Date Time understanding, and learn how colors work with the art, to 9 lessons 45 mins $150/$140 MCC district residents* 6306.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23** 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. give the work emotion. Class Information Activity No. Date Time Nathan Johnson. *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. Instructor: 8 lessons 3 hrs $430/$410 MCC district residents* 6303.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23** 10:15–11 a.m. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. 13–18 years Activity No. Date Time **No lesson on 11/9. *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. Class Information 6602.219 M, 9/30–12/9** 6–9 p.m. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. 5 lessons 1.5 hrs $120/$110 MCC district residents *Model fee is included. **No lesson on 11/9. Activity No. Date Time ** No lesson on 10/14, 11/11 and 11/25. 6206.219 Sa, 9/21–10/26* 1–2:30 p.m. MPA After School Studio Painting in a Series Students develop observation, drawing and conceptual skills working with *No lesson on 10/5. Students will create a series of works leading to deeper a variety of subjects in 2D and 3D media in a professional studio exploration of the subject matter and development of environment. Various media will be explored in age and skill-level CLASSES FOR TEENS & ADULTS fundamental painting skills. This course will cover how to appropriate projects, including exploration with pastels, watercolor and Basic Composition and Design develop a series of paintings through journaling, self acrylics. Young artists are encouraged to bring an after-school snack discovery, development and critiques. We will work from . Students of all levels welcome. This class is a beginning subject matter of your choosing. Subject matter might composition course to better acquaint students to how the Pamela Saunders. include abstract, still life, landscape or figurative work. The eye works in an image. Composition is basic to any form of medium can be your choice. 9–12 years art, but particularly visual mediums, where many elements are necessary to the success of a piece of art. If you have Instructor: Marise Riddell. Class Information Class Information never studied composition, this class is for you. After 16 years–Adults 5 lessons 1 hr $130/$125 MCC district residents* 4 lessons 1 hr $110/$105 MCC district residents* completing this course, you will be better able to make design decisions and complete your images successfully. Class Information Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Marise Riddell. 9 lessons 3 hrs $420/$390 MCC district residents 6201.219 M, 9/16–10/21** 5–6 p.m. 6202.219 M, 11/4–12/9** 5–6 p.m. 16 years–Adults Activity No. Date Time *Supply fee is included. **No lesson on 10/14. *Supply fee is included. **No lesson on 11/11 and 11/25. 6607.219 W, 9/25–11/20 1–4 p.m.

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VISUAL ARTS Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers CLASSES FOR TEENS Class Information Children will develop their creativity through lessons 7 lessons 3 hrs $325/$305 MCC district residents carefully designed to ignite their imaginations and Artist Books: Visual & Creative Storytelling Abrakadoodle Twoosy Doodlers develop their skills. Using real artists' materials, including Activity No. Date Time watercolors, tempera paints, oil pastels, creative tools and No previous experience needed. Students will explore This is a special art experience for toddlers and parents 6601.219 M, 9/23–11/18* 1–4 p.m. more, your child will create truly unique masterpieces. narration, both visually and verbally, and produce a (or helpers). Little fingers will experiment with painting, series of hand-bound books, including Japanese Abrakadoodle Staff. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11. gluing, sticking, printing and creating while developing accordion and freeform. fine motor, language and self-help skills. 3–6 years Instructor: Rula Jones. Portrait and Figure Painting Abrakadoodle Staff. Some drawing experience is necessary. Class Information 13–18 years Come and learn figure painting in oils, 20 months–3 years 11 lessons 1 hr $245/$225 MCC district residents* Class Information acrylics or pastels with a live model. In Class Information this class, you will gain the knowledge of Activity No. Date Time 5 lessons 1.5 hrs $120/$110 MCC district residents 11 lessons 45 mins $185/$170 MCC district residents* basic painting concepts and techniques 6304.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10** 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Activity No. Date Time such as value, color temperature, Activity No. Date Time † composition and transition. You will be 6305.219 Th, 9/19–12/12 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 6203.219 Tu, 11/5–12/10* 4:30–6 p.m. 6301.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10** 10:15–11 a.m. exposed to the different approaches to *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. *No lesson on 11/26. start a painting and the theories behind 6302.219 Th, 9/19–12/12† 10:15–11 a.m. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. them. Step-by-step instructions will take you through the entire process of a *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. **No lesson on 10/29 and 11/26. Comic Book and Illustration painting. Short demos will be given by Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. †No lesson on 10/31 and 11/28. Drawing and storytelling are great together! Projects will the instructor to show how to apply be based around stories, how to draw cartoon characters, **No lesson on 10/29 and 11/26. these concepts and techniques. Class Information draw settings and tell stories through art, from single †No lesson on 10/31 and 11/28. 9 lessons 1 hr $200/$185 MCC district residents* drawings to books and comics. We will also work on figure Instructor: Jordan Xu. and anatomy sketches to enhance our drawing Class Information 16 years–Adults Activity No. Date Time understanding, and learn how colors work with the art, to 9 lessons 45 mins $150/$140 MCC district residents* 6306.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23** 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. give the work emotion. Class Information Activity No. Date Time Nathan Johnson. *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. Instructor: 8 lessons 3 hrs $430/$410 MCC district residents* 6303.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23** 10:15–11 a.m. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. 13–18 years Activity No. Date Time **No lesson on 11/9. *Materials fee: $32, make check payable to Abrakadoodle. Class Information 6602.219 M, 9/30–12/9** 6–9 p.m. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. 5 lessons 1.5 hrs $120/$110 MCC district residents *Model fee is included. **No lesson on 11/9. Activity No. Date Time ** No lesson on 10/14, 11/11 and 11/25. 6206.219 Sa, 9/21–10/26* 1–2:30 p.m. MPA After School Studio Painting in a Series Students develop observation, drawing and conceptual skills working with *No lesson on 10/5. Students will create a series of works leading to deeper a variety of subjects in 2D and 3D media in a professional studio exploration of the subject matter and development of environment. Various media will be explored in age and skill-level CLASSES FOR TEENS & ADULTS fundamental painting skills. This course will cover how to appropriate projects, including exploration with pastels, watercolor and Basic Composition and Design develop a series of paintings through journaling, self acrylics. Young artists are encouraged to bring an after-school snack discovery, development and critiques. We will work from . Students of all levels welcome. This class is a beginning subject matter of your choosing. Subject matter might composition course to better acquaint students to how the Pamela Saunders. include abstract, still life, landscape or figurative work. The eye works in an image. Composition is basic to any form of medium can be your choice. 9–12 years art, but particularly visual mediums, where many elements are necessary to the success of a piece of art. If you have Instructor: Marise Riddell. Class Information Class Information never studied composition, this class is for you. After 16 years–Adults 5 lessons 1 hr $130/$125 MCC district residents* 4 lessons 1 hr $110/$105 MCC district residents* completing this course, you will be better able to make design decisions and complete your images successfully. Class Information Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Instructor: Marise Riddell. 9 lessons 3 hrs $420/$390 MCC district residents 6201.219 M, 9/16–10/21** 5–6 p.m. 6202.219 M, 11/4–12/9** 5–6 p.m. 16 years–Adults Activity No. Date Time *Supply fee is included. **No lesson on 10/14. *Supply fee is included. **No lesson on 11/11 and 11/25. 6607.219 W, 9/25–11/20 1–4 p.m.

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Paper Making Series Exploring Watercolor Cross Currents in Contemporary Art Drawing and Painting Studio This class takes you from pulp to creating your own All levels welcome. This class is a watercolor master series. (Off-Site) For all skill levels. A working studio classroom for paper. You will learn how to form, press and dry sheets of Students will work with changeable subject matter, as they MPA ArtReach Director Sharon Fishel will lead this beginners, experienced students and artists seeking to handmade paper. You will create a variety of white paper develop their ideal style as artists. Elements of design, contemporary art appreciation class. Students will immerse improve their skills. This course covers the fundamentals of and colored paper to be used for an upcoming series or composition and balance will be discussed. Discover the themselves in new ways of seeing and thinking about drawing and painting. More experienced artists will have your own personal projects. versatility and fluidity of this medium. contemporary art in our region. Learn to use visual thinking, the opportunity to develop a body of work and critique in a creative environment. Students are encouraged to explore Jennifer Lillis. Barbara Januszkiewicz. observe color properties, line, shape, space and texture. Class will include dynamic discussions about selected their own concepts and style of expression. 16 years–Adults 16 years–Adults exhibitions at The Phillips Collection, The Hillyer Art Space David Carlson. and many more! Travel sketchbooks are welcomed. Class Information Class Information 16 years–Adults Sharon Fishel. 3 lessons 2 hrs $135/$130 MCC district residents* 10 lessons 2.5 hrs $385/$365 MCC district residents Class Information 16 years–Adults Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 9 lessons 2.5 hrs $350/$330 MCC district residents 6608.219 W, 9/18–10/2 6–8 p.m. 6611.219 Th, 10/3–12/12* 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Class Information Activity No. Date Time 5 lessons 2 hrs $155/$145 MCC district residents *Supply fee included. *No lesson on 11/28. 6614.219 Th, 9/19–11/21* 7–9:30 p.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/7. Book Making Series Landscape in Oil 6613.219 Th, 9/19–10/17 1–3 p.m. You will use elements of papermaking and printmaking as Working from their sketches, plein air paintings and you construct your own books. In addition to the creation photos, you will learn to create larger, more complete Works on Paper of a unique form that combines both 2D and 3D finished studio paintings. Develop a stronger understand- Beginning Painting Studio You will learn about the multiple mediums that can be approaches to work, this course will also introduce the ing of the elements that unify a finished picture while you Learn the technical and expressive fundamentals of used in conjunction with paper and produce a series of discussion of book functionality and aesthetics. sharpen your visual communication skills. Perspective, painting with your choice of acrylic or oil. Explore color works, either in 3-D or 2-D that are visually and composition, value, light and shade, color harmony and conceptually connected. Jennifer Lillis. theory and composition as you work from still life, photo- simplification will be covered. graphs, art reproductions and more. Rula Jones. 16 years–Adults Tom Morris. Naomi Chung. 16 years–Adults Class Information 16 years–Adults 16 years–Adults 3 lessons 2 hrs $135/$130 MCC district residents* Class Information Class Information Class Information 6 lessons 2 hrs $155/$145 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 9 lessons 3 hrs $420/$390 MCC district residents 6 lessons 2.5 hrs $235/$220 MCC district residents 6609.219 W, 10/9–10/23 6–8 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 6603.219 Tu, 9/17–10/22 4:30–6:30 p.m. *Supply fee included. 6604.219 Tu, 10/8–12/10 1–4 p.m. 6605.219 W, 9/18–10/23 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Printmaking Series *No lesson on 11/26. Working in Abstract You will experiment with various methods of relief printing Advanced Painting Studio Students of all levels welcome. Acrylic-based class. that can be executed without a printing press. Techniques Plein Air Series (Off-Site) Work in oil or acrylic. For the intermediate to advanced Through color, design, composition, theory and the introduced and explored will include linoleum and For beginners. This class introduces the three fundamentals painting student. This is a continued practice with paint creative process, students will explore abstract drawing woodcut printing, mono-printing and printing with found of painting—form, value and color theory. Painting outside application, color mixing and composition. Learn to create and painting through an art-historical lens. We will attempt objects. Once mastered, the processes can be replicated on location, our class meeting will take place in various a body of work, or focus on your individual painting dynamic mark-making and complex color combinations in the home studio. locations in the McLean area. Working from the simple to projects with technical and thematic guidance from the while developing a personal voice in the realm of abstract more complex, you will learn to arrange your visual percep- painting. Jennifer Lillis. instructor. tions into simple value patterns and color harmonies that Naomi Chung. M. Jane Johnson. 16 years–Adults make painting an artistic expression possible. 16 years–Adults 16 years–Adults Class Information Tom Morris. 4 lessons 2 hrs $165/$160 MCC district residents* 16 years–Adults Class Information Class Information 5 lessons 2.5 hrs $195/$180 MCC district residents 8 lessons 2.5 hrs $310/$290 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Class Information Activity No. Date Time 6610.219 W, 10/30–11/20 6–8 p.m. 3 lessons 3 hrs $140/$130 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 6606.219 W, 11/6–12/11* 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 6621.219 M, 9/16–11/18* 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. *Supply fee included. Activity No. Date Time 6612.219 Th, 10/10–10/24 10 a.m.–1 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11.

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Paper Making Series Exploring Watercolor Cross Currents in Contemporary Art Drawing and Painting Studio This class takes you from pulp to creating your own All levels welcome. This class is a watercolor master series. (Off-Site) For all skill levels. A working studio classroom for paper. You will learn how to form, press and dry sheets of Students will work with changeable subject matter, as they MPA ArtReach Director Sharon Fishel will lead this beginners, experienced students and artists seeking to handmade paper. You will create a variety of white paper develop their ideal style as artists. Elements of design, contemporary art appreciation class. Students will immerse improve their skills. This course covers the fundamentals of and colored paper to be used for an upcoming series or composition and balance will be discussed. Discover the themselves in new ways of seeing and thinking about drawing and painting. More experienced artists will have your own personal projects. versatility and fluidity of this medium. contemporary art in our region. Learn to use visual thinking, the opportunity to develop a body of work and critique in a creative environment. Students are encouraged to explore Jennifer Lillis. Barbara Januszkiewicz. observe color properties, line, shape, space and texture. Class will include dynamic discussions about selected their own concepts and style of expression. 16 years–Adults 16 years–Adults exhibitions at The Phillips Collection, The Hillyer Art Space David Carlson. and many more! Travel sketchbooks are welcomed. Class Information Class Information 16 years–Adults Sharon Fishel. 3 lessons 2 hrs $135/$130 MCC district residents* 10 lessons 2.5 hrs $385/$365 MCC district residents Class Information 16 years–Adults Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 9 lessons 2.5 hrs $350/$330 MCC district residents 6608.219 W, 9/18–10/2 6–8 p.m. 6611.219 Th, 10/3–12/12* 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Class Information Activity No. Date Time 5 lessons 2 hrs $155/$145 MCC district residents *Supply fee included. *No lesson on 11/28. 6614.219 Th, 9/19–11/21* 7–9:30 p.m. Activity No. Date Time *No lesson on 11/7. Book Making Series Landscape in Oil 6613.219 Th, 9/19–10/17 1–3 p.m. You will use elements of papermaking and printmaking as Working from their sketches, plein air paintings and you construct your own books. In addition to the creation photos, you will learn to create larger, more complete Works on Paper of a unique form that combines both 2D and 3D finished studio paintings. Develop a stronger understand- Beginning Painting Studio You will learn about the multiple mediums that can be approaches to work, this course will also introduce the ing of the elements that unify a finished picture while you Learn the technical and expressive fundamentals of used in conjunction with paper and produce a series of discussion of book functionality and aesthetics. sharpen your visual communication skills. Perspective, painting with your choice of acrylic or oil. Explore color works, either in 3-D or 2-D that are visually and composition, value, light and shade, color harmony and conceptually connected. Jennifer Lillis. theory and composition as you work from still life, photo- simplification will be covered. graphs, art reproductions and more. Rula Jones. 16 years–Adults Tom Morris. Naomi Chung. 16 years–Adults Class Information 16 years–Adults 16 years–Adults 3 lessons 2 hrs $135/$130 MCC district residents* Class Information Class Information Class Information 6 lessons 2 hrs $155/$145 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 9 lessons 3 hrs $420/$390 MCC district residents 6 lessons 2.5 hrs $235/$220 MCC district residents 6609.219 W, 10/9–10/23 6–8 p.m. Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time Activity No. Date Time 6603.219 Tu, 9/17–10/22 4:30–6:30 p.m. *Supply fee included. 6604.219 Tu, 10/8–12/10 1–4 p.m. 6605.219 W, 9/18–10/23 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Printmaking Series *No lesson on 11/26. Working in Abstract You will experiment with various methods of relief printing Advanced Painting Studio Students of all levels welcome. Acrylic-based class. that can be executed without a printing press. Techniques Plein Air Series (Off-Site) Work in oil or acrylic. For the intermediate to advanced Through color, design, composition, theory and the introduced and explored will include linoleum and For beginners. This class introduces the three fundamentals painting student. This is a continued practice with paint creative process, students will explore abstract drawing woodcut printing, mono-printing and printing with found of painting—form, value and color theory. Painting outside application, color mixing and composition. Learn to create and painting through an art-historical lens. We will attempt objects. Once mastered, the processes can be replicated on location, our class meeting will take place in various a body of work, or focus on your individual painting dynamic mark-making and complex color combinations in the home studio. locations in the McLean area. Working from the simple to projects with technical and thematic guidance from the while developing a personal voice in the realm of abstract more complex, you will learn to arrange your visual percep- painting. Jennifer Lillis. instructor. tions into simple value patterns and color harmonies that Naomi Chung. M. Jane Johnson. 16 years–Adults make painting an artistic expression possible. 16 years–Adults 16 years–Adults Class Information Tom Morris. 4 lessons 2 hrs $165/$160 MCC district residents* 16 years–Adults Class Information Class Information 5 lessons 2.5 hrs $195/$180 MCC district residents 8 lessons 2.5 hrs $310/$290 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time Class Information Activity No. Date Time 6610.219 W, 10/30–11/20 6–8 p.m. 3 lessons 3 hrs $140/$130 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Time 6606.219 W, 11/6–12/11* 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 6621.219 M, 9/16–11/18* 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. *Supply fee included. Activity No. Date Time 6612.219 Th, 10/10–10/24 10 a.m.–1 p.m. *No lesson on 11/27. *No lesson on 10/14 and 11/11.

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Open Studio Open drawing sessions with a live model. Save when you register for the series! OPEN ACTIVITIES All individual drop-in sessions, $10. Come join friends and neighbors for these FREE activities open to MCC district residents. Participants will be asked 16 years–Adults to sign in upon arrival. WRITING Class Information McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER (MCC) 12 sessions 2.5 hrs $110/$105 MCC district residents CLASSES FOR ADULTS 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, Va. 22101 703-790-0123, TTY: 711 Activity No. Date Time Writing: Fine Tuning 6615.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10* 7–9:30 p.m. Previous writing instruction is strongly recommended. Monday Morning Bridge Writers of fiction, nonfiction (including memoir), or poetry Mondays • 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m. *No session on 11/26. are all welcome. Critiquing the work of others is fine For intermediate-level Bridge players. Participants training for critiquing your own work and, of course, Class Information should arrive by 9:45 a.m. to be included in the rotation having the input of other readers is invaluable. Whatever for games, which begin at 10 a.m. Play will go for six, 12 sessions 3 hrs $115/$110 MCC district residents your genre, other writers will bring their own experiences half-hour rounds. Bring a bag lunch. and preferences to the table. Each session will deal with Activity No. Date Time critique of work submitted by three attendees (up to 10 Tuesday Night Bridge 6616.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 1–4 p.m. pages each). Work will be emailed by its author to each Tuesdays • 7:30 -10:30 p.m. class member and the instructor prior to meeting. There *No session on 11/28. will be brief teaching moments if the instructor sees an For intermediate-level Bridge players. Class Information issue that should be addressed, and critique guidance will be provided. Marked-up copies will be given to the Wednesday Practice & Play Bridge 8 sessions 3 hrs $75/$70 MCC district residents authors at the end of their reviews. Wednesdays • 2-5 p.m. For beginning-level Bridge players. THE OLD FIREHOUSE CENTER (OFC) Activity No. Date Time Instructor: D. A. Spruzen. 1440 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, Va. 22101 6617.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 4–7 p.m. Adults–Seniors Friday Night Bridge 703-448-8336, TTY: 711 *No session on 10/5 and 11/9. Class Information Fridays • 7-10 p.m. Open Bridge For intermediate-level Bridge players. 8 lessons 2 hrs $192/$160 MCC district residents Tuesdays & Thursdays • 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monthly Community Studio Space Players must have a basic understanding of Bridge play. Activity No. Date Time Wednesday Morning Mah-Jongg MPA will be opening the DuVal Studio on Sundays to New participants should contact the Old Firehouse provide a space for anyone to come in and work 1931.219 W, 10/2–11/20 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesdays • 9:30 a.m.-noon (703-448-8336) the week before they plan to attend a individually on personal artworks, assignments or portfolio Players should have a basic understanding of the rules session so they can be included in the player rotation building pieces. Please note, only odorless materials are and should have the current American Mah-Jongg schedule. Room location and availability are subject to allowed in the space. A set number of small lockers will be Writing: Getting Started League card. Questions? Contact Elaine Varner at change without notification. available to participants for storing materials. Students will learn some of the major building blocks [email protected]. Lockers are not large enough to store canvases. necessary to write creative fiction and nonfiction (including Drop-In Table Tennis Note: Scrabble Play memoir). These include clarity, organization (or structure), Mondays-Fridays • 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 16 years–Adults character development, point-of-view, voice, sensory Thursdays • 1-3:30 p.m. Bring a partner and come play on the professional tables detail, research, imagery and setting. There will be in-class Class Information For beginners and experienced players. at OFC. Players should bring their own paddles. exercises, example handouts and short homework 6 sessions 3 hrs $50/$45 MCC district residents assignments with review from both the instructor and class Monthly Book Club Drop-In Computer Lab members. Activity No. Date Time 3rd Thursdays of the Month • Tuesdays • 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 6618.219 Su, 9/22–11/17* 3–6 p.m. Instructor: D. A. Spruzen. 10:30 a.m.-noon District residents can stop by OFC to use the 12-seat Adults–Seniors Open to all. computer lab to check email, do research or surf the web. *No session on 10/20 and 11/10. Limited computer assistance is available. Class Information Please note: Open Activities and Games at MCC are MPA Master Workshop Series 8 lessons 2 hrs $192/$160 MCC district residents* subject to change and may be cancelled due to center Please note: OFC follows Fairfax County Public Schools’ MPA is happy to announce that our Master Workshop wide special events, programs, activities and holidays. (FCPS) delay/closure schedule. If FCPS has a delayed Activity No. Date Time Series will be returning for the fall semester. New offerings In the event of inclement weather, cancellation of these opening, Open Activities will still take place. If FCPS may include: Collage/Assemblage, Bookmaking, 3D Art 1932.219 Th, 10/3–11/21 11 a.m.–1 p.m. activities and games will follow the MCC Inclement cancels school or has an early release, Open Activities will and many more! For more information on dates, please be cancelled for that day. *Materials fee: $5, make check payable to Dorothy Spruzen. Weather Policy. visit: . www.mpaart.org Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. 38 McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER | 703-790-0123 CLASSES • VISUAL ARTS/WRITING/OPEN ACTIVITIES

Open Studio Open drawing sessions with a live model. Save when you register for the series! OPEN ACTIVITIES All individual drop-in sessions, $10. Come join friends and neighbors for these FREE activities open to MCC district residents. Participants will be asked 16 years–Adults to sign in upon arrival. WRITING Class Information McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER (MCC) 12 sessions 2.5 hrs $110/$105 MCC district residents CLASSES FOR ADULTS 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, Va. 22101 703-790-0123, TTY: 711 Activity No. Date Time Writing: Fine Tuning 6615.219 Tu, 9/17–12/10* 7–9:30 p.m. Previous writing instruction is strongly recommended. Monday Morning Bridge Writers of fiction, nonfiction (including memoir), or poetry Mondays • 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m. *No session on 11/26. are all welcome. Critiquing the work of others is fine For intermediate-level Bridge players. Participants training for critiquing your own work and, of course, Class Information should arrive by 9:45 a.m. to be included in the rotation having the input of other readers is invaluable. Whatever for games, which begin at 10 a.m. Play will go for six, 12 sessions 3 hrs $115/$110 MCC district residents your genre, other writers will bring their own experiences half-hour rounds. Bring a bag lunch. and preferences to the table. Each session will deal with Activity No. Date Time critique of work submitted by three attendees (up to 10 Tuesday Night Bridge 6616.219 Th, 9/19–12/12* 1–4 p.m. pages each). Work will be emailed by its author to each Tuesdays • 7:30 -10:30 p.m. class member and the instructor prior to meeting. There *No session on 11/28. will be brief teaching moments if the instructor sees an For intermediate-level Bridge players. Class Information issue that should be addressed, and critique guidance will be provided. Marked-up copies will be given to the Wednesday Practice & Play Bridge 8 sessions 3 hrs $75/$70 MCC district residents authors at the end of their reviews. Wednesdays • 2-5 p.m. For beginning-level Bridge players. THE OLD FIREHOUSE CENTER (OFC) Activity No. Date Time Instructor: D. A. Spruzen. 1440 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, Va. 22101 6617.219 Sa, 9/21–11/23* 4–7 p.m. Adults–Seniors Friday Night Bridge 703-448-8336, TTY: 711 *No session on 10/5 and 11/9. Class Information Fridays • 7-10 p.m. Open Bridge For intermediate-level Bridge players. 8 lessons 2 hrs $192/$160 MCC district residents Tuesdays & Thursdays • 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monthly Community Studio Space Players must have a basic understanding of Bridge play. Activity No. Date Time Wednesday Morning Mah-Jongg MPA will be opening the DuVal Studio on Sundays to New participants should contact the Old Firehouse provide a space for anyone to come in and work 1931.219 W, 10/2–11/20 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesdays • 9:30 a.m.-noon (703-448-8336) the week before they plan to attend a individually on personal artworks, assignments or portfolio Players should have a basic understanding of the rules session so they can be included in the player rotation building pieces. Please note, only odorless materials are and should have the current American Mah-Jongg schedule. Room location and availability are subject to allowed in the space. A set number of small lockers will be Writing: Getting Started League card. Questions? Contact Elaine Varner at change without notification. available to participants for storing materials. Students will learn some of the major building blocks [email protected]. Lockers are not large enough to store canvases. necessary to write creative fiction and nonfiction (including Drop-In Table Tennis Note: Scrabble Play memoir). These include clarity, organization (or structure), Mondays-Fridays • 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 16 years–Adults character development, point-of-view, voice, sensory Thursdays • 1-3:30 p.m. Bring a partner and come play on the professional tables detail, research, imagery and setting. There will be in-class Class Information For beginners and experienced players. at OFC. Players should bring their own paddles. exercises, example handouts and short homework 6 sessions 3 hrs $50/$45 MCC district residents assignments with review from both the instructor and class Monthly Book Club Drop-In Computer Lab members. Activity No. Date Time 3rd Thursdays of the Month • Tuesdays • 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 6618.219 Su, 9/22–11/17* 3–6 p.m. Instructor: D. A. Spruzen. 10:30 a.m.-noon District residents can stop by OFC to use the 12-seat Adults–Seniors Open to all. computer lab to check email, do research or surf the web. *No session on 10/20 and 11/10. Limited computer assistance is available. Class Information Please note: Open Activities and Games at MCC are MPA Master Workshop Series 8 lessons 2 hrs $192/$160 MCC district residents* subject to change and may be cancelled due to center Please note: OFC follows Fairfax County Public Schools’ MPA is happy to announce that our Master Workshop wide special events, programs, activities and holidays. (FCPS) delay/closure schedule. If FCPS has a delayed Activity No. Date Time Series will be returning for the fall semester. New offerings In the event of inclement weather, cancellation of these opening, Open Activities will still take place. If FCPS may include: Collage/Assemblage, Bookmaking, 3D Art 1932.219 Th, 10/3–11/21 11 a.m.–1 p.m. activities and games will follow the MCC Inclement cancels school or has an early release, Open Activities will and many more! For more information on dates, please be cancelled for that day. *Materials fee: $5, make check payable to Dorothy Spruzen. Weather Policy. visit: . www.mpaart.org Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. REGISTER ONLINE | www.mcleancenter.org 39 2019 FALL PROGRAM GUIDE

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Join the fun! 5 9 10 5 5 8 10 11 4 McLean Square Shopping Center Admission: $10. Admission is good for both days. 6631 Old Dominion Dr., McLean, Va. 22101 Take $1 off with a show card or this ad. The McLean 5K is back this fall! Hosted by MCC Welcome back to the McLean Community with the support of sponsors Century 21 New Center’s Antiques Show & Sale. This established Millennium and the Greater McLean Chamber of event features an exceptional group of dealers Commerce, the race features a USA Track & representing American, Continental and Asian SPECIAL Field-certified course through the heart of antiques, decorative accessories, furniture, folk art, McLean and is designed to appeal to runners porcelain, silver, painting, prints, linens, Oriental of all abilities. carpets and rugs, and much more. The proceeds of the run will benefit the McLean Proceeds benefit the James C. Macdonald EVENTS Community Foundation (MCF). Recruit a team of Scholarship Fund. For more information and a list coworkers, teammates, fellow runners, neighbors, of dealers, see . family members and friends and mark your calendar for Saturday, Oct. 5. 14 9 1 1420 Beverly Rd. (Intersection of For information and to register, go to Ingleside Ave. and Beverly Rd.) 5. Free admission Go to . Shoppers! Find bargains at the biggest garage sale in McLean with more than 50 vendors! Residents selling household items are welcome. Limited commercial vendors or flea market dealers are also welcome. Come see the Kid’s Corner, where children (ages 3 to 15) 20 11 4 learn and/or hone math and entrepreneurial skills by selling their gently used toys, clothes, games and other McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., items. Parents must be present in a supervisory role. McLean, Va. 22101 You may register online at www.mcleancenter.org, in Free admission. person or by phone by contacting the MCC Registrar The McLean Community Center has created the at 7037449365. “purrfect” event for local pet owners and their beloved animals. Learn valuable information and get tips on a variety of pet products and services that can enhance the Activity No. Vendor Space Fee lives of your pet and improve your experience as a pet 2001.219 $45/$35 MCC district residents owner. A variety of pet care related exhibitors will be participating. 315 Join the fun for the Howl’oween Pooch Parade at the event! Bring your leashed pets to show off their best costumes. All dogs must remain on a leash sporting their 2019 Activity No. Vendor Space Fee dog license and rabies tags. 2020 2002.219 $25/$15 MCC district residents If you are interested in becoming a vendor, go to our McLean Central Park, website: Registration deadline is . 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., 11 . McLean 5k Advanced registration required. Vendor spaces are McLean, Va. 22101 available on a first-come, first-served basis. We are looking for Enjoy the glow and serenity of pet lovers who would like to volunteer to make Pet Fest This event has been made possible with the generous winter lights as you stroll through McLean Central Park. a success! Volunteers assist with event set-up and support of Stream Realty, Inc., Giant Food and Check our website for pop-up events in the park during breakdown. Go to our website: McLean Properties. this time . .

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Join the fun! 5 9 10 5 5 8 10 11 4 McLean Square Shopping Center Admission: $10. Admission is good for both days. 6631 Old Dominion Dr., McLean, Va. 22101 Take $1 off with a show card or this ad. The McLean 5K is back this fall! Hosted by MCC Welcome back to the McLean Community with the support of sponsors Century 21 New Center’s Antiques Show & Sale. This established Millennium and the Greater McLean Chamber of event features an exceptional group of dealers Commerce, the race features a USA Track & representing American, Continental and Asian SPECIAL Field-certified course through the heart of antiques, decorative accessories, furniture, folk art, McLean and is designed to appeal to runners porcelain, silver, painting, prints, linens, Oriental of all abilities. carpets and rugs, and much more. The proceeds of the run will benefit the McLean Proceeds benefit the James C. Macdonald EVENTS Community Foundation (MCF). Recruit a team of Scholarship Fund. For more information and a list coworkers, teammates, fellow runners, neighbors, of dealers, see . family members and friends and mark your calendar for Saturday, Oct. 5. 14 9 1 1420 Beverly Rd. (Intersection of For information and to register, go to Ingleside Ave. and Beverly Rd.) 5. Free admission Go to . Shoppers! Find bargains at the biggest garage sale in McLean with more than 50 vendors! Residents selling household items are welcome. Limited commercial vendors or flea market dealers are also welcome. Come see the Kid’s Corner, where children (ages 3 to 15) 20 11 4 learn and/or hone math and entrepreneurial skills by selling their gently used toys, clothes, games and other McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., items. Parents must be present in a supervisory role. McLean, Va. 22101 You may register online at www.mcleancenter.org, in Free admission. person or by phone by contacting the MCC Registrar The McLean Community Center has created the at 7037449365. “purrfect” event for local pet owners and their beloved animals. Learn valuable information and get tips on a variety of pet products and services that can enhance the Activity No. Vendor Space Fee lives of your pet and improve your experience as a pet 2001.219 $45/$35 MCC district residents owner. A variety of pet care related exhibitors will be participating. 315 Join the fun for the Howl’oween Pooch Parade at the event! Bring your leashed pets to show off their best costumes. All dogs must remain on a leash sporting their 2019 Activity No. Vendor Space Fee dog license and rabies tags. 2020 2002.219 $25/$15 MCC district residents If you are interested in becoming a vendor, go to our McLean Central Park, website: Registration deadline is . 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd., 11 . McLean 5k Advanced registration required. Vendor spaces are McLean, Va. 22101 available on a first-come, first-served basis. We are looking for Enjoy the glow and serenity of pet lovers who would like to volunteer to make Pet Fest This event has been made possible with the generous winter lights as you stroll through McLean Central Park. a success! Volunteers assist with event set-up and support of Stream Realty, Inc., Giant Food and Check our website for pop-up events in the park during breakdown. Go to our website: McLean Properties. this time . .

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McLean Holiday Crafts Show The McLean Holiday Crafts Show is back this December and you don’t want to miss it! Friday, Dec. 6 • 11 a.m.–7 p.m. COMING IN 2020 Saturday, Dec. 7 • 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. McLEAN Sunday, Dec. 8 • 11 a.m.– 4 p.m. BeFit McLean Health Fair BeFit McLean Health Fair is back! This event offers Admission is $7 for adults. Admission valuable information on health care issues and price is good for all three days. preventive practices. Learn how to better manage TRAVELER Founded in 1982, the McLean Holiday Crafts Show is a your mental and physical wellness. Health experts highly anticipated and much-beloved, three-day, indoor, and fitness-related exhibitors will be onsite offering juried show featuring arts and crafts made by up-to-date information as well as screenings for approximately 80 regional artisans. These fine, vision, blood pressure, sleep health, stress handcrafted arts and crafts works include both management, nutrition and much more. established, high-quality, seasoned artisans as well as 9 Check our website in December for more new artisans exhibiting innovative concepts. The show information: www.mcleancenter.org/special-events. 1607 was the year our country began the first permanent includes pottery, glass, jewelry, holiday decorations, English settlement in North America with the settlement mixed media, fashion accessories, wood, fine art, of Jamestown. Spring 2019 marked the completion of a artisanal foods, soaps, skin care and more. The newly $10.6 million restoration of the Jamestown Settlement renovated McLean Community Center provides a Gallery. Upon our arrival, we will take an overall guided delightful venue for the show and is ADA-compliant. McLean Day 2020 Produced by the McLean Community Center tour followed by time on your own to view the exhibits Visitors can dine onsite at the café. that highlight the beginning of the Jamestown Colony This year, show management will include the Northern Saturday, May 16 • 11 a.m.– 5 p.m. and how it evolved in the 17th Century. “Tenacity: Virginia Handcrafters Guild (NVHG). Founded in 1972, Lewinsville Park, 1659 Chain Bridge Rd. Women in Jamestown and Early Virginia,” is a very NVHG, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, community-based Free admission. special exhibit that portrays the struggles real women organization, is dedicated to helping artists and endured and the many contributions they made in the craftspeople exhibit and sell their work, promoting the MCC Governing Board Elections early colonial days of the new world. development of arts and crafts in the community and Adult & Youth Candidates Lunch will be at Riverwalk Restaurant which is on the supporting arts and crafts educational activities. Saturday, May 16 • 10:30 a.m.– 5 p.m. shores of the York River. The choice will be either River- Questions? Please contact: [email protected]. walk Crab Cakes or Herb-Roasted Chicken with Southern Exhibitor Space Sauce. (Please indicate your choice on your check when registering.) Sign up for a McLean Day exhibitor booth space to promote your organization, community group and/or After lunch, we will take a guided sampler tour of the business. Artisans and crafters are welcome! For more totally redone American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. details and to obtain an exhibitor application, visit This museum is the story of how our country fought and our website: www.mcleancenter.org/ struggled for independence from the Revolution to the special-events/exhibitors. Battle of Yorktown. It is the story of an emerging nation that did not give up. Exhibitor Application Dates Don’t wait to sign up for what promises to be a very Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019: Registration open for popular tour. With history, fine dining on the York River Dranesville Small Tax District-1A residents and and a beautiful fall day, this tour will be filled quickly. businesses. 7012219 Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020: Registration opens to the general public. $175 per person for MCC district residents/$180 all others, which includes deluxe motor coach transporta- Spaces are sold on first-come, first-served basis. tion, all admissions, full lunch, a morning snack and a Questions? Contact Special Events at 703-744-9344 driver’s tip. Arrive at MCC at 6:45 a.m. Bus leaves or email [email protected]. promptly at 7 a.m. Tour returns to MCC at approximately 8:30 p.m. Please make your check payable to “Excursion- Check the MCC website for more information: aire” and indicate your lunch choice on the check. Photograph courtesy of www.mcleancenter.org/special-events the Jamestown-Yorktown Contact Maureen Cyron at 7033239040 or Foundation. .

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McLean Holiday Crafts Show The McLean Holiday Crafts Show is back this December and you don’t want to miss it! Friday, Dec. 6 • 11 a.m.–7 p.m. COMING IN 2020 Saturday, Dec. 7 • 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. McLEAN Sunday, Dec. 8 • 11 a.m.– 4 p.m. BeFit McLean Health Fair BeFit McLean Health Fair is back! This event offers Admission is $7 for adults. Admission valuable information on health care issues and price is good for all three days. preventive practices. Learn how to better manage TRAVELER Founded in 1982, the McLean Holiday Crafts Show is a your mental and physical wellness. Health experts highly anticipated and much-beloved, three-day, indoor, and fitness-related exhibitors will be onsite offering juried show featuring arts and crafts made by up-to-date information as well as screenings for approximately 80 regional artisans. These fine, vision, blood pressure, sleep health, stress handcrafted arts and crafts works include both management, nutrition and much more. established, high-quality, seasoned artisans as well as 9 Check our website in December for more new artisans exhibiting innovative concepts. The show information: www.mcleancenter.org/special-events. 1607 was the year our country began the first permanent includes pottery, glass, jewelry, holiday decorations, English settlement in North America with the settlement mixed media, fashion accessories, wood, fine art, of Jamestown. Spring 2019 marked the completion of a artisanal foods, soaps, skin care and more. The newly $10.6 million restoration of the Jamestown Settlement renovated McLean Community Center provides a Gallery. Upon our arrival, we will take an overall guided delightful venue for the show and is ADA-compliant. McLean Day 2020 Produced by the McLean Community Center tour followed by time on your own to view the exhibits Visitors can dine onsite at the café. that highlight the beginning of the Jamestown Colony This year, show management will include the Northern Saturday, May 16 • 11 a.m.– 5 p.m. and how it evolved in the 17th Century. “Tenacity: Virginia Handcrafters Guild (NVHG). Founded in 1972, Lewinsville Park, 1659 Chain Bridge Rd. Women in Jamestown and Early Virginia,” is a very NVHG, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, community-based Free admission. special exhibit that portrays the struggles real women organization, is dedicated to helping artists and endured and the many contributions they made in the craftspeople exhibit and sell their work, promoting the MCC Governing Board Elections early colonial days of the new world. development of arts and crafts in the community and Adult & Youth Candidates Lunch will be at Riverwalk Restaurant which is on the supporting arts and crafts educational activities. Saturday, May 16 • 10:30 a.m.– 5 p.m. shores of the York River. The choice will be either River- Questions? Please contact: [email protected]. walk Crab Cakes or Herb-Roasted Chicken with Southern Exhibitor Space Barbecue Sauce. (Please indicate your choice on your check when registering.) Sign up for a McLean Day exhibitor booth space to promote your organization, community group and/or After lunch, we will take a guided sampler tour of the business. Artisans and crafters are welcome! For more totally redone American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. details and to obtain an exhibitor application, visit This museum is the story of how our country fought and our website: www.mcleancenter.org/ struggled for independence from the Revolution to the special-events/exhibitors. Battle of Yorktown. It is the story of an emerging nation that did not give up. Exhibitor Application Dates Don’t wait to sign up for what promises to be a very Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019: Registration open for popular tour. With history, fine dining on the York River Dranesville Small Tax District-1A residents and and a beautiful fall day, this tour will be filled quickly. businesses. 7012219 Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020: Registration opens to the general public. $175 per person for MCC district residents/$180 all others, which includes deluxe motor coach transporta- Spaces are sold on first-come, first-served basis. tion, all admissions, full lunch, a morning snack and a Questions? Contact Special Events at 703-744-9344 driver’s tip. Arrive at MCC at 6:45 a.m. Bus leaves or email [email protected]. promptly at 7 a.m. Tour returns to MCC at approximately 8:30 p.m. Please make your check payable to “Excursion- Check the MCC website for more information: aire” and indicate your lunch choice on the check. Photograph courtesy of www.mcleancenter.org/special-events the Jamestown-Yorktown Contact Maureen Cyron at 7033239040 or Foundation. .

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20 24 Asheville, North Carolina, is at its very best in the month 12 of October. The colorful fall leaves and spectacular One of the most festive ways to celebrate the scenery look like an artist’s palette from the rolling rivers Christmas season is a holiday house tour. This year, to the towering mountain peaks. Asheville is located in the destination is the West End of Richmond, Va. the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The West End is a combination of several interesting neighborhoods and includes the 1 campus of the University of Richmond. There will Photographs courtesy of The tour group stops for the night at the Martha ExploreAsheville.com. be a total of five homes in all shapes and sizes with Washington Inn in Abingdon, Va. This luxury Inn with its 7010219 a mix of redevelopment, additions and newer homes. Homes styles are varied, anywhere from colonial ambiance and delicious food sets the mood for $1,615 per person for MCC district residents; our upcoming adventures. After having lunch on our own, $1,640 all others. the 1920’s era to the Victorian era to modern day. we will be treated to a production of “The Producers” at Lunch will be buffet style and will be served in the $2,080 per person for MCC district the famed Barter Theatre. Dinner that night will be University of Richmond Center. at the hotel. residents; $2,100 all others. This is a “must” tour for the holiday season. A $500 deposit is due as soon as possible to 2 reserve preferred rooms. 7013219 Monday starts with breakfast and a picturesque drive to Please make checks payable to Excursionaire. Trip fee $143 per person for MCC district residents Asheville. After a North Carolina barbecue lunch at 4 includes deluxe motor coach, one night at the Martha /$148 all others, which includes deluxe motor Buxton Hall, we will meet Ken Richards, our local guide Wednesday begins with breakfast at the hotel and a visit Washington Inn, three nights at the AC Hotel, four coach transportation, tickets to homes, a buffet and author. Ken will lead us on a comprehensive tour to to the River Arts District of Asheville, where we will tour breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners, all admissions, lunch, a morning snack and a driver’s tip. Arrive at introduce us to the various areas and neighborhoods of the various working art studios and see a demonstration. expert Asheville guide, snacks, taxes and gratuities. MCC at 7:15 a.m. Bus leaves promptly at 7:30 a.m. Asheville. Late in the afternoon, we will check into the AC Lunch will be in the arts district at the Smoky Park Supper Tour returns to MCC at approximately 7 p.m. Hotel that sits right in the middle of historic Asheville. Club that has a unique architectural structure as well as Arrive at MCC on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 6:45 a.m. Bus Please make check payable to “Excursionare.” Dinner that night will be at our hotel. great food. Next is the spectacular vista of the Blue departs promptly at 7 a.m. Tour returns to MCC on Ridge Parkway with a stop at the visitor’s center where Thursday, Oct. 24, at approximately 8 p.m. Contact Maureen Cyron at the award-winning film, “The Blue Ridge Parkway: or . Contact Maureen Cyron at 7033239040 7033239040 America’s Favorite Journey” will be shown. A must-visit or . on the parkway is the Folk Art Center owned and operated by the Highland Craft Guild. Dinner will be at Rhubarb, known for its farm-to-table, New American fare and whose head chef was nominated for the James Beard Award. Tour Refund/Cancellation Request Policy Please Note: 5 Due to the costs associated with deposits and reservations • Most of our tours require a fair amount of walking. An early start after breakfast on Thursday morning for hotel rooms, meals, reservations, tickets, admissions, Participants should be fit and able to handle the finds us heading back to Virginia with fond memories guided tours and chartered bus transportation, refunds activities included in the tour. Patrons who require and/or cancellations for tours are only granted for medical extraordinary care must provide someone who can 3 of Asheville and its history, architecture, fine dining and the not-to-be-forgotten views of this fascinating reasons or for extenuating circumstances as determined and will be totally responsible for providing all After breakfast on Tuesday, Ken Richards will join us destination. by the tour operator and program director. Medical required assistance at the patron’s own expense. again giving us information on the Biltmore Estate before requests must be accompanied by a doctor’s note. • Tours require advanced planning and itinerary may we begin our tour. The magnificent Biltmore Estate is the Refund/Cancellations requests must be submitted in be subject to change without notice. crown jewel of Asheville. The mansion was completed in writing to four weeks or 1895 by the famed Gilded Age architect Richard Morris • MCC retains the right to decline, to accept or to more before the date of the trip. Hunt for George Vanderbilt. The Biltmore is the largest retain any person as a member of a day trip or overnight tour when such action is deemed to be in private home in America. We will tour the house with an For Day Trips Only - A full refund will be issued when a audio guide, narrated by the curators of the Biltmore, written request is received four weeks prior to the date of the best interest of the health, safety or general that will enhance our experience. Lunch will be at the the day trip or if the patron who purchased the trip can welfare of the group or the individual concerned. Deerpark Restaurant, which is located on this grand find a substitute to replace him or her on the day trip. • Online registration is not available for tours and estate. Dinner Tuesday night will be on our own and day trips. To register, contact the registrar at Contact Maureen Cyron at or there are many good restaurants near the hotel from Questions? 703-323-9040 or email . 703-744-9365 which to choose. for registration options.

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20 24 Asheville, North Carolina, is at its very best in the month 12 of October. The colorful fall leaves and spectacular One of the most festive ways to celebrate the scenery look like an artist’s palette from the rolling rivers Christmas season is a holiday house tour. This year, to the towering mountain peaks. Asheville is located in the destination is the West End of Richmond, Va. the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The West End is a combination of several interesting neighborhoods and includes the 1 campus of the University of Richmond. There will Photographs courtesy of The tour group stops for the night at the Martha ExploreAsheville.com. be a total of five homes in all shapes and sizes with Washington Inn in Abingdon, Va. This luxury Inn with its 7010219 a mix of redevelopment, additions and newer homes. Homes styles are varied, anywhere from colonial ambiance and delicious food sets the mood for $1,615 per person for MCC district residents; our upcoming adventures. After having lunch on our own, $1,640 all others. the 1920’s era to the Victorian era to modern day. we will be treated to a production of “The Producers” at Lunch will be buffet style and will be served in the $2,080 per person for MCC district the famed Barter Theatre. Dinner that night will be University of Richmond Center. at the hotel. residents; $2,100 all others. This is a “must” tour for the holiday season. A $500 deposit is due as soon as possible to 2 reserve preferred rooms. 7013219 Monday starts with breakfast and a picturesque drive to Please make checks payable to Excursionaire. Trip fee $143 per person for MCC district residents Asheville. After a North Carolina barbecue lunch at 4 includes deluxe motor coach, one night at the Martha /$148 all others, which includes deluxe motor Buxton Hall, we will meet Ken Richards, our local guide Wednesday begins with breakfast at the hotel and a visit Washington Inn, three nights at the AC Hotel, four coach transportation, tickets to homes, a buffet and author. Ken will lead us on a comprehensive tour to to the River Arts District of Asheville, where we will tour breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners, all admissions, lunch, a morning snack and a driver’s tip. Arrive at introduce us to the various areas and neighborhoods of the various working art studios and see a demonstration. expert Asheville guide, snacks, taxes and gratuities. MCC at 7:15 a.m. Bus leaves promptly at 7:30 a.m. Asheville. Late in the afternoon, we will check into the AC Lunch will be in the arts district at the Smoky Park Supper Tour returns to MCC at approximately 7 p.m. Hotel that sits right in the middle of historic Asheville. Club that has a unique architectural structure as well as Arrive at MCC on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 6:45 a.m. Bus Please make check payable to “Excursionare.” Dinner that night will be at our hotel. great food. Next is the spectacular vista of the Blue departs promptly at 7 a.m. Tour returns to MCC on Ridge Parkway with a stop at the visitor’s center where Thursday, Oct. 24, at approximately 8 p.m. Contact Maureen Cyron at the award-winning film, “The Blue Ridge Parkway: or . Contact Maureen Cyron at 7033239040 7033239040 America’s Favorite Journey” will be shown. A must-visit or . on the parkway is the Folk Art Center owned and operated by the Highland Craft Guild. Dinner will be at Rhubarb, known for its farm-to-table, New American fare and whose head chef was nominated for the James Beard Award. Tour Refund/Cancellation Request Policy Please Note: 5 Due to the costs associated with deposits and reservations • Most of our tours require a fair amount of walking. An early start after breakfast on Thursday morning for hotel rooms, meals, reservations, tickets, admissions, Participants should be fit and able to handle the finds us heading back to Virginia with fond memories guided tours and chartered bus transportation, refunds activities included in the tour. Patrons who require and/or cancellations for tours are only granted for medical extraordinary care must provide someone who can 3 of Asheville and its history, architecture, fine dining and the not-to-be-forgotten views of this fascinating reasons or for extenuating circumstances as determined and will be totally responsible for providing all After breakfast on Tuesday, Ken Richards will join us destination. by the tour operator and program director. Medical required assistance at the patron’s own expense. again giving us information on the Biltmore Estate before requests must be accompanied by a doctor’s note. • Tours require advanced planning and itinerary may we begin our tour. The magnificent Biltmore Estate is the Refund/Cancellations requests must be submitted in be subject to change without notice. crown jewel of Asheville. The mansion was completed in writing to four weeks or 1895 by the famed Gilded Age architect Richard Morris • MCC retains the right to decline, to accept or to more before the date of the trip. Hunt for George Vanderbilt. The Biltmore is the largest retain any person as a member of a day trip or overnight tour when such action is deemed to be in private home in America. We will tour the house with an For Day Trips Only - A full refund will be issued when a audio guide, narrated by the curators of the Biltmore, written request is received four weeks prior to the date of the best interest of the health, safety or general that will enhance our experience. Lunch will be at the the day trip or if the patron who purchased the trip can welfare of the group or the individual concerned. Deerpark Restaurant, which is located on this grand find a substitute to replace him or her on the day trip. • Online registration is not available for tours and estate. Dinner Tuesday night will be on our own and day trips. To register, contact the registrar at Contact Maureen Cyron at or there are many good restaurants near the hotel from Questions? 703-323-9040 or email . 703-744-9365 which to choose. for registration options.

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MCLEAN PROJECT FOR THE ARTS FALL EXHIBITION 19 16 26 79 SCHEDULE Meghan Walsh will exhibit multi-dimensional mosaic wall sculptures that reference landscape and incorporate found materials as well as traditional cut stone.

◀ Meghan Walsh, Qaimnuq, Joe Cortina will exhibit both new abstract paintings and Mixed Media Mosaic video projections that create immersive atmospheric experiences.

5 29 7 57 ▶ Eve Stockton, Big Seascape and Clouds, Alexandria-based artist Eve Stockton creates large-scale Woodcut Print woodcut prints inspired by close observation of nature and an eclectic interest in science.

is a nonprofit organization that presents the visual arts program for the community at the McLean Community Center (MCC), thanks to a public/private partnership with MCC and Fairfax County.

MPA presents exhibitions of contemporary art and provides education in the visual arts through a program of classes for children and adults, as well as lectures, tours and ArtReach, an outreach program that brings school children and other groups to the gallery for educational programs. MPA presents art classes at MCC in the DuVal Studio (see class listings on pages 34–38). McLEAN PROJECT FOR THE ARTS STAFF: ART GALLERY HOURS: Lori Carbonneau, Executive Director Tuesday–Thursday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Nancy Sausser, Exhibitions Director Friday–Saturday: 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. Sharon Fishel, ArtReach Director Sunday–Monday: Closed Falayi Adu, Finance Director For more information, visit Deb Bissen, Communications & Development Director or call: . 7037901953 Briana Clorey, Education & Operations Manager Veronica Hughes, Office Operations & Bookkeeping Associate Rachel Ripps, Online and Member Services Director Jennifer Wormser, Cultivation & Events Director

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MCLEAN PROJECT FOR THE ARTS FALL EXHIBITION 19 16 26 79 SCHEDULE Meghan Walsh will exhibit multi-dimensional mosaic wall sculptures that reference landscape and incorporate found materials as well as traditional cut stone.

◀ Meghan Walsh, Qaimnuq, Joe Cortina will exhibit both new abstract paintings and Mixed Media Mosaic video projections that create immersive atmospheric experiences.

5 29 7 57 ▶ Eve Stockton, Big Seascape and Clouds, Alexandria-based artist Eve Stockton creates large-scale Woodcut Print woodcut prints inspired by close observation of nature and an eclectic interest in science.

is a nonprofit organization that presents the visual arts program for the community at the McLean Community Center (MCC), thanks to a public/private partnership with MCC and Fairfax County.

MPA presents exhibitions of contemporary art and provides education in the visual arts through a program of classes for children and adults, as well as lectures, tours and ArtReach, an outreach program that brings school children and other groups to the gallery for educational programs. MPA presents art classes at MCC in the DuVal Studio (see class listings on pages 34–38). McLEAN PROJECT FOR THE ARTS STAFF: ART GALLERY HOURS: Lori Carbonneau, Executive Director Tuesday–Thursday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Nancy Sausser, Exhibitions Director Friday–Saturday: 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. Sharon Fishel, ArtReach Director Sunday–Monday: Closed Falayi Adu, Finance Director For more information, visit Deb Bissen, Communications & Development Director or call: . 7037901953 Briana Clorey, Education & Operations Manager Veronica Hughes, Office Operations & Bookkeeping Associate Rachel Ripps, Online and Member Services Director Jennifer Wormser, Cultivation & Events Director

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The Alden 2019-2020 Season-at-a-Glance September through January Programs subject to change.

Date Time Series Show Wednesday, Sept. 11 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Cinderella” (1950)

Sunday, Sept. 22 3 p.m. Theater “Broadway Princess Party” Broadway Wednesday, Sept. 25 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Eat Drink Man Woman” (1994) Princess THE ALDEN Party Saturday, Oct. 5 2 p.m. Music Borisevich Duo Wednesday, Oct. 9 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “The Jungle Book” (1967) MCC tax district residents always get at least 25 percent Saturday, Oct. 19 1 p.m. Music The Pop Ups “The Great Pretenders Club” off ticket prices. And remember that the best way to keep up with us is to subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter at Tuesday, Oct. 22 7 p.m. Speakers “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” . E-newsletter subscribers Wednesday, Oct. 23 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Ma Vie en Rose” (1997) periodically receive exclusive discounts to upcoming performances. Saturday, Oct. 26 2 p.m. Theater ASC on Tour: “Imogen” (Cymbeline)

Saturday, Oct. 26 7:30 p.m. Theater ASC on Tour: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Sunday, Oct. 27 2 p.m. Theater ASC on Tour: “The Grapes of Wrath” The Alden has three simplified categories to help patrons determine whether a show is a good fit: Saturday, Nov. 2 1 & 4 p.m. Magic Mario the Maker Magician

FAMILY FRIENDLY Wednesday, Nov. 13 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney Pixar’s “Cars” (2006) Shows that are designed with children Saturday, Nov. 16 4 p.m. Music LARD Dog & The Band of Shy in mind, but will also delight siblings, FF parents and grandparents. Length is Friday, Nov. 22 7 p.m. Music Simon & Garfunkel [Revisited]: Live in Central Park about one hour and language and Wednesday, Nov. 27 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Babette’s Feast” (1987) content are G or PG. Wednesday, Dec. 11 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Jim Henson’s “A Muppet Christmas Carol” (1992) ALL AGES ALL Saturday, Dec. 14 1 & 4 p.m. Theater Barter Players’ “Frosty” Shows that are appropriate for AGES children, but aren’t necessarily Sunday, Dec. 15 2 p.m. Music John Eaton’s Holiday Songbook designed with them in mind. Length may be up to two hours and Saturday, Jan. 4 7 p.m. Comedy The Capitol Steps language and content are G or PG. Wednesday, Jan. 8 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Warner Bros Roadshow Films “Happy Feet” (2006)

13+ Wednesday, Jan. 22 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Timbuktu” (2014) Shows that have content or themes Saturday, Jan. 25 6 p.m. Dance Hiplet Ballerinas appropriate for children 13 and older. Length may be up to three hours and Thursday, Jan. 30 7 p.m. Music MLK Day Celebration: “We Shall Overcome” language and content could be PG-13 or even R.

Mario the Maker and every child is different. If you have any questions about the Magician themes or content of a show, please contact The The Alden’s Box Office at 7037909223. Hiplet Pop Ups Ballerinas

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The Alden 2019-2020 Season-at-a-Glance September through January Programs subject to change.

Date Time Series Show Wednesday, Sept. 11 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Cinderella” (1950)

Sunday, Sept. 22 3 p.m. Theater “Broadway Princess Party” Broadway Wednesday, Sept. 25 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Eat Drink Man Woman” (1994) Princess THE ALDEN Party Saturday, Oct. 5 2 p.m. Music Borisevich Duo Wednesday, Oct. 9 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “The Jungle Book” (1967) MCC tax district residents always get at least 25 percent Saturday, Oct. 19 1 p.m. Music The Pop Ups “The Great Pretenders Club” off ticket prices. And remember that the best way to keep up with us is to subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter at Tuesday, Oct. 22 7 p.m. Speakers “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” . E-newsletter subscribers Wednesday, Oct. 23 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Ma Vie en Rose” (1997) periodically receive exclusive discounts to upcoming performances. Saturday, Oct. 26 2 p.m. Theater ASC on Tour: “Imogen” (Cymbeline)

Saturday, Oct. 26 7:30 p.m. Theater ASC on Tour: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Sunday, Oct. 27 2 p.m. Theater ASC on Tour: “The Grapes of Wrath” The Alden has three simplified categories to help patrons determine whether a show is a good fit: Saturday, Nov. 2 1 & 4 p.m. Magic Mario the Maker Magician

FAMILY FRIENDLY Wednesday, Nov. 13 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney Pixar’s “Cars” (2006) Shows that are designed with children Saturday, Nov. 16 4 p.m. Music LARD Dog & The Band of Shy in mind, but will also delight siblings, FF parents and grandparents. Length is Friday, Nov. 22 7 p.m. Music Simon & Garfunkel [Revisited]: Live in Central Park about one hour and language and Wednesday, Nov. 27 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Babette’s Feast” (1987) content are G or PG. Wednesday, Dec. 11 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Jim Henson’s “A Muppet Christmas Carol” (1992) ALL AGES ALL Saturday, Dec. 14 1 & 4 p.m. Theater Barter Players’ “Frosty” Shows that are appropriate for AGES children, but aren’t necessarily Sunday, Dec. 15 2 p.m. Music John Eaton’s Holiday Songbook designed with them in mind. Length may be up to two hours and Saturday, Jan. 4 7 p.m. Comedy The Capitol Steps language and content are G or PG. Wednesday, Jan. 8 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Warner Bros Roadshow Films “Happy Feet” (2006)

13+ Wednesday, Jan. 22 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Timbuktu” (2014) Shows that have content or themes Saturday, Jan. 25 6 p.m. Dance Hiplet Ballerinas appropriate for children 13 and older. Length may be up to three hours and Thursday, Jan. 30 7 p.m. Music MLK Day Celebration: “We Shall Overcome” language and content could be PG-13 or even R.

Mario the Maker and every child is different. If you have any questions about the Magician themes or content of a show, please contact The The Alden’s Box Office at 7037909223. Hiplet Pop Ups Ballerinas

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THEATER The Alden 2019-2020 Season-at-a-Glance ASC on Tour returns with their signature fast-paced, February through June Programs subject to change. ALL fourth wall-breaking style. Packages of all three plays 22 3 AGES and “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” are available for Date Time Series Show Brush off your tiara and unleash your inner princess with $110/$80 MCC tax district residents. Saturday, Feb. 8 7 p.m. Dance Flamenco Vivo/Carlota Santana this hit concert direct from NYC! “Broadway Princess Party” features two-time, Tony-nominee Laura Osnes Wednesday, Feb. 12 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Dreamworks “Shrek” (2001) (Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella”), Tony-nominee 26 2 Susan Egan (Broadway’s original Belle in “Beauty and the Doors open and live music starts at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 1 & 4 p.m. Theater “Jedi Academy” Beast” and voice of Meg in the movie “Hercules”) and Princess Imogen is catapulted onto an epic journey when Saturday, Feb. 22 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert Grammy-nominee Courtney Reed (original Jasmine in her father, King Cymbeline, banishes her soulmate. Disney’s “Aladdin” on Broadway). Your every dream will Featuring a band of tough-but-loveable woodsmen, an Wednesday, Feb. 26 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Black Orpheus” (1959) come true as knockout voices sing every princess song in evil queen, noble battles and unexpected plot twists, this the book, sharing hilarious and heartfelt stories of their Saturday, March 7 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert late Shakespearean play enchants audiences with a story royal adventures backstage, on stage and beyond! about a powerful princess who will do anything for love. Running time: 90 minutes. Wednesday, March 11 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Peter Pan” (1953) Running time: 150 minutes. “The quality of each princess’s singing was astounding… “This Shakespeare moves… we feel the inexorable sweep Sunday, March 15 3 p.m. Music Danú “Saint Patrick’s Celebration” Short of the Tony Awards, I know of no other place where of the action, but the poetry has a chance to breathe, too. you can find such find such an abundance of talent on one Wednesday, April 1 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Antonia’s Line” (1995) And how wonderful to hear actors speak Shakespeare stage.” — Twin Cities Arts Reader naturally. It is poetry come alive.” — The Boston Globe Wednesday, April 8 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Moana” (2016) General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors Saturday, April 18 8 p.m. Comedy The Good Humor Men General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $40 $30 N/A Sunday, April 19 2 p.m. Comedy The Good Humor Men $85 $60 $80 *Includes exclusive meet-and-greet with the princesses, Wednesday, April 22 1 p.m. Foreign Film “La Vita è Bella” (1997) premium seating and autographed posters. Wednesday, April 25 1 p.m. Music Jazz Masters with John Eaton: Cole Porter Saturday, May 2 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors Saturday, May 9 4 p.m. Theater Slingsby’s “Emil and The Detectives” $50 $35 $45 “A Midsummer Wednesday, May 13 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Zootopia” (2016) Night’s Dream”

Wednesday, May 27 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan” (2007)

Saturday, June 6 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert Wednesday, June 10 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney Pixar’s “Finding Nemo” (2003) 26 730 ALL Doors open and live music starts at 7 p.m. AGES In “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” Shakespeare casts a From left: theatrical spell powerful enough to make audiences of all ages believe in anything. This mischievous comedy of Danú, courtesy of Holst Photography lovers, heroes, fairies and rude mechanicals is his tribute to humankind's power of imagination and reveals that the Flamenco Vivo/Carlota "course of true love" can alter with just one touch of Santana, courtesy of magic. Angelica Escoto Running time: 150 minutes. “Emil and the Detectives” “Shamelessly entertaining.” — The Washington Post Broadway Princess General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors Party $40 $30 N/A

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THEATER The Alden 2019-2020 Season-at-a-Glance ASC on Tour returns with their signature fast-paced, February through June Programs subject to change. ALL fourth wall-breaking style. Packages of all three plays 22 3 AGES and “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” are available for Date Time Series Show Brush off your tiara and unleash your inner princess with $110/$80 MCC tax district residents. Saturday, Feb. 8 7 p.m. Dance Flamenco Vivo/Carlota Santana this hit concert direct from NYC! “Broadway Princess Party” features two-time, Tony-nominee Laura Osnes Wednesday, Feb. 12 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Dreamworks “Shrek” (2001) (Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella”), Tony-nominee 26 2 Susan Egan (Broadway’s original Belle in “Beauty and the Doors open and live music starts at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 1 & 4 p.m. Theater “Jedi Academy” Beast” and voice of Meg in the movie “Hercules”) and Princess Imogen is catapulted onto an epic journey when Saturday, Feb. 22 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert Grammy-nominee Courtney Reed (original Jasmine in her father, King Cymbeline, banishes her soulmate. Disney’s “Aladdin” on Broadway). Your every dream will Featuring a band of tough-but-loveable woodsmen, an Wednesday, Feb. 26 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Black Orpheus” (1959) come true as knockout voices sing every princess song in evil queen, noble battles and unexpected plot twists, this the book, sharing hilarious and heartfelt stories of their Saturday, March 7 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert late Shakespearean play enchants audiences with a story royal adventures backstage, on stage and beyond! about a powerful princess who will do anything for love. Running time: 90 minutes. Wednesday, March 11 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Peter Pan” (1953) Running time: 150 minutes. “The quality of each princess’s singing was astounding… “This Shakespeare moves… we feel the inexorable sweep Sunday, March 15 3 p.m. Music Danú “Saint Patrick’s Celebration” Short of the Tony Awards, I know of no other place where of the action, but the poetry has a chance to breathe, too. you can find such find such an abundance of talent on one Wednesday, April 1 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Antonia’s Line” (1995) And how wonderful to hear actors speak Shakespeare stage.” — Twin Cities Arts Reader naturally. It is poetry come alive.” — The Boston Globe Wednesday, April 8 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Moana” (2016) General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors Saturday, April 18 8 p.m. Comedy The Good Humor Men General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $40 $30 N/A Sunday, April 19 2 p.m. Comedy The Good Humor Men $85 $60 $80 *Includes exclusive meet-and-greet with the princesses, Wednesday, April 22 1 p.m. Foreign Film “La Vita è Bella” (1997) premium seating and autographed posters. Wednesday, April 25 1 p.m. Music Jazz Masters with John Eaton: Cole Porter Saturday, May 2 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors Saturday, May 9 4 p.m. Theater Slingsby’s “Emil and The Detectives” $50 $35 $45 “A Midsummer Wednesday, May 13 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney’s “Zootopia” (2016) Night’s Dream”

Wednesday, May 27 1 p.m. Foreign Film “Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan” (2007)

Saturday, June 6 2 p.m. Music Chamber Music Concert Wednesday, June 10 12:30 p.m. Kids’ Movie Disney Pixar’s “Finding Nemo” (2003) 26 730 ALL Doors open and live music starts at 7 p.m. AGES In “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” Shakespeare casts a From left: theatrical spell powerful enough to make audiences of all ages believe in anything. This mischievous comedy of Danú, courtesy of Holst Photography lovers, heroes, fairies and rude mechanicals is his tribute to humankind's power of imagination and reveals that the Flamenco Vivo/Carlota "course of true love" can alter with just one touch of Santana, courtesy of magic. Angelica Escoto Running time: 150 minutes. “Emil and the Detectives” “Shamelessly entertaining.” — The Washington Post Broadway Princess General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors Party $40 $30 N/A

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ALL MUSIC AGES 27 2 16 4 FF 15 2 Doors open and live music starts at 1:30 p.m. Life’s A Real Dream is an all-ages musical extravaganza Some of the biggest hits from the Great American Song- that promotes positive messages of creativity, acceptance, book are holiday themed — think “White Christmas,” “I’ve An Oklahoma drought during the Great Depression forces and frivolity—with massive amounts of absurdism thrown Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” and “Baby, It’s Cold the Joad family to flee their home for the promise of a new On various Saturdays throughout the year. in. Lard Dog and his six-piece Band of Shy invite you to Outside.” This concert will bring those standards to life as life in California. Will hope prevail through the hardships their unique audio-visual universe, complete with catchy only John Eaton can: with style, humor and insight. and heartbreak? Steinbeck’s classic novel comes to life in Put down that tablet and enjoy some of the songs, multimedia graphics and interactive props. this Tony Award-winning stage adaptation. region’s most talented classical musicians. These Running time: 90 minutes. Running time: 60 minutes. Running time: 150 minutes. chamber music concerts are free to the public and “Best jazz pianist: John Eaton, then, now and probably “Clever, incredibly well-designed, wholly original and forever.” — Washingtonian Magazine “All this would be of purely historical interest were it not appropriate for all ages. out-of-this-world fun for adults and kids… It's the best of for the high-quality of the ASC’s fast-moving productions, Woody Woodpecker, the B-52s, “Ren & Stimpy” meets General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors which are authentic (no sets, no scene breaks) but not 5 2 cool ‘50s pop music.” — Mark Ruffalo, Actor antiquarian.” — The Wall Street Journal $30 $20 $25 General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors 22 2 $15 $10 N/A $40 $30 N/A ALL AGES 30 7 Inspired by the words and action of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “We Shall Overcome” showcases repertoire from 19 1 FF 14 1 4 FF across the African American music traditions that Three-time GRAMMY nominees, The Pop Ups, transport electrified generations of civil rights activists and A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen family audiences of all ages into a whimsical, educational hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that defenders with interwoven spoken word from Dr. King’s world with dancing robots, a fire-stomping rhino, live recorded speeches. Running time: 90 minutes. snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the Snowman help drawing, huge balloons, full-scale puppets and even a Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy costume party! This highly interactive show will have the “Damien Sneed is an ambassador for classical and gospel and Frosty in this musical adventure filled with thrills and audience jumping out of their seats! music who brings positivity, optimism and thoroughness chills, and as they discover that the real magic of Christmas to every occasion. His talent stretches across traditional Running time: 60 minutes. is love. Running time: 60 minutes. divisions. In the realest sense, he uses his artistry to make “Daft Punk quality beats, top-notch musicianship… by LARD Dog our world a better place.” — Wynton Marsalis General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors handsome young dudes who could easily be MTV heart- throbs.” — Huffington Post General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $15 $10 N/A ALL AGES $45 $20 $35 General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $15 $10 N/A MAGIC 22 7 In 1981, more than 500,000 music fans gathered in Central Park to witness the now-legendary reunion of 2 1 4 FF Simon and Garfunkel. Now award-winning recording artists Mario "the Maker Magician" uses his DIY robotic Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical creations, handmade props and signature slapstick charac- night. With dulcet vocals harmonizing over lilting guitar, ter to awe and inspire family audiences. He has been you’ll hear all the beloved poetic masterpieces that made COMEDY touted “the best kids’ magician in the world” by David Simon and Garfunkel famous: “Mrs. Robinson,” “Home- Blaine and was the opening act for his 2018 live tour. ward Bound,” “Scarborough Fair,” “Bridge Over Troubled Running time: 60 minutes. Waters,” “The Sound of Silence” and many more. 4 7 “From the moment Mario the Magician came out on Running time: 90 minutes. No one is safe from these political satirists, their stage he had every single child's attention. His slapstick “The show was terrific! Audience LOVED it. The voices of up-to-the-minute musical spoofs and (in)famous “Lirty comedy routine was modern and edgy... I haven't laughed Lee and Johnny were spot-on and the accompanying Dies.” Running time: 120 minutes. like that in a long time. It was brilliant.” slideshow added to the beauty of the show.” "The Capitol Steps make it easier to leave public life." — BroadwayWorld.com — Gallo Center for the Arts — Former President George H.W. Bush

General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $15 $10 N/A The Pop Ups $40 $30 N/A $50 $35 $45

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ALL MUSIC AGES 27 2 16 4 FF 15 2 Doors open and live music starts at 1:30 p.m. Life’s A Real Dream is an all-ages musical extravaganza Some of the biggest hits from the Great American Song- that promotes positive messages of creativity, acceptance, book are holiday themed — think “White Christmas,” “I’ve An Oklahoma drought during the Great Depression forces and frivolity—with massive amounts of absurdism thrown Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” and “Baby, It’s Cold the Joad family to flee their home for the promise of a new On various Saturdays throughout the year. in. Lard Dog and his six-piece Band of Shy invite you to Outside.” This concert will bring those standards to life as life in California. Will hope prevail through the hardships their unique audio-visual universe, complete with catchy only John Eaton can: with style, humor and insight. and heartbreak? Steinbeck’s classic novel comes to life in Put down that tablet and enjoy some of the songs, multimedia graphics and interactive props. this Tony Award-winning stage adaptation. region’s most talented classical musicians. These Running time: 90 minutes. Running time: 60 minutes. Running time: 150 minutes. chamber music concerts are free to the public and “Best jazz pianist: John Eaton, then, now and probably “Clever, incredibly well-designed, wholly original and forever.” — Washingtonian Magazine “All this would be of purely historical interest were it not appropriate for all ages. out-of-this-world fun for adults and kids… It's the best of for the high-quality of the ASC’s fast-moving productions, Woody Woodpecker, the B-52s, “Ren & Stimpy” meets General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors which are authentic (no sets, no scene breaks) but not 5 2 cool ‘50s pop music.” — Mark Ruffalo, Actor antiquarian.” — The Wall Street Journal $30 $20 $25 General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors 22 2 $15 $10 N/A $40 $30 N/A ALL AGES 30 7 Inspired by the words and action of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “We Shall Overcome” showcases repertoire from 19 1 FF 14 1 4 FF across the African American music traditions that Three-time GRAMMY nominees, The Pop Ups, transport electrified generations of civil rights activists and A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen family audiences of all ages into a whimsical, educational hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that defenders with interwoven spoken word from Dr. King’s world with dancing robots, a fire-stomping rhino, live recorded speeches. Running time: 90 minutes. snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the Snowman help drawing, huge balloons, full-scale puppets and even a Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy costume party! This highly interactive show will have the “Damien Sneed is an ambassador for classical and gospel and Frosty in this musical adventure filled with thrills and audience jumping out of their seats! music who brings positivity, optimism and thoroughness chills, and as they discover that the real magic of Christmas to every occasion. His talent stretches across traditional Running time: 60 minutes. is love. Running time: 60 minutes. divisions. In the realest sense, he uses his artistry to make “Daft Punk quality beats, top-notch musicianship… by LARD Dog our world a better place.” — Wynton Marsalis General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors handsome young dudes who could easily be MTV heart- throbs.” — Huffington Post General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $15 $10 N/A ALL AGES $45 $20 $35 General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $15 $10 N/A MAGIC 22 7 In 1981, more than 500,000 music fans gathered in Central Park to witness the now-legendary reunion of 2 1 4 FF Simon and Garfunkel. Now award-winning recording artists Mario "the Maker Magician" uses his DIY robotic Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical creations, handmade props and signature slapstick charac- night. With dulcet vocals harmonizing over lilting guitar, ter to awe and inspire family audiences. He has been you’ll hear all the beloved poetic masterpieces that made COMEDY touted “the best kids’ magician in the world” by David Simon and Garfunkel famous: “Mrs. Robinson,” “Home- Blaine and was the opening act for his 2018 live tour. ward Bound,” “Scarborough Fair,” “Bridge Over Troubled Running time: 60 minutes. Waters,” “The Sound of Silence” and many more. 4 7 “From the moment Mario the Magician came out on Running time: 90 minutes. No one is safe from these political satirists, their stage he had every single child's attention. His slapstick “The show was terrific! Audience LOVED it. The voices of up-to-the-minute musical spoofs and (in)famous “Lirty comedy routine was modern and edgy... I haven't laughed Lee and Johnny were spot-on and the accompanying Dies.” Running time: 120 minutes. like that in a long time. It was brilliant.” slideshow added to the beauty of the show.” "The Capitol Steps make it easier to leave public life." — BroadwayWorld.com — Gallo Center for the Arts — Former President George H.W. Bush

General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors $15 $10 N/A The Pop Ups $40 $30 N/A $50 $35 $45

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DANCE MOVIES GET YOUR IMPROV ON COMMUNITY ARTS ALL The class returns on 2020 AGES 25 6 Mondays this fall. Visit page 27 for more information. Hiplet fuses classical pointe technique with African, Latin, 1230 hip-hop and urban dance styles. Performances incorporate In the Community Hall. Free admission. (the) Unruly Theatre Project is The Alden’s By Joseph Robinette many styles including the rhythms of African drums with professional teen improv company dedicated to Based on the musical by Joseph Robinette Tchaikovsky, arabesques with beat-boxing or even tango 1950 bringing comedic performances to the community. and Karl Jurman en pointe—all while showcasing Hiplet's trademark sass, 11 1230 Members audition to be in the company for one Auditions will take place Jan. 20-22, 2020. Please contact hip movements and struts. Running time: 90 minutes. season and are paid for each performance or Director of Youth Theatre Programs Danielle Van Hook at “If ballet aims for the ethereal, Hiplet, generally danced 1967 workshop they do for the community. . to pop music, is more concerned with earthiness. It has 9 1230 soulfulness, too; while the lower half of the body can be UTP’s season runs October 2019 to mid-May 2020. sharp and percussive, the upper half—how the arms 2006 Company members rehearse twice per week on connect with the back—conveys a natural flow.” 13 1230 Monday and Wednesday evenings, from 7 p.m. to 9 Photos from The Alden’s — The New York Times p.m., and perform at local venues such as art galleries, 2019 Youth Production, The Old Firehouse Center and cafés. “Winnie-the-Pooh.” General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors 1992 Because UTP is a professional opportunity, 11 1230 $30 $20 N/A attendance is crucial and company members serve various roles in such areas as marketing, stage management and photography. 2006 8 1230 20192020 Visit to subscribe to The Alden’s e-newsletter for the full lineup! For 9th-12th graders only. Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 23-24, 7–9 p.m. 1 Monthly movies in The Alden. Free admission. Wednesday, Sept. 25, beginning at 7 p.m. Come enjoy foreign films selected by you and The Alden’s staff. All movies are shown in the original Preregistration is recommended, but walk-ins are language with English subtitles. welcome. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early. Prepared monologues are not needed. Headshots and resumes *These movies are chosen for adult audiences and Hiplet Ballerinas are not necessary, but are welcome. To register for an may contain mature content, language and themes. audition date, please email Director of Youth Theatre Programs Danielle Van Hook at 1019 1994 SPEAKERS . Visit for audition and 25 1 show information. ALL AGES 22 7 1997 23 1 Crack that Shakespeare code with our expert hackers! Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic team return to 1987 prepare you for American Shakespeare Center on Tour's 27 1 Do you want to give back to your community productions of “Imogen (Cymbeline),” “A Midsummer while seeing fantastic shows and spending time Night’s Dream” and “The Grapes of Wrath,” and they will 2014 13 with a great group of people? Have we got a job lead you in a spirited discussion about the Bard. 22 1 for you! The Alden is seeking volunteers of all Running time: 60 minutes. ages and backgrounds to usher for our General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors professional presenting season. For more information, please contact Jeff Virchow at $7 $5 N/A or join us for one of our usher orientation events. Packages are available that include “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” and all three ASC on Tour shows.

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DANCE MOVIES GET YOUR IMPROV ON COMMUNITY ARTS ALL The class returns on 2020 AGES 25 6 Mondays this fall. Visit page 27 for more information. Hiplet fuses classical pointe technique with African, Latin, 1230 hip-hop and urban dance styles. Performances incorporate In the Community Hall. Free admission. (the) Unruly Theatre Project is The Alden’s By Joseph Robinette many styles including the rhythms of African drums with professional teen improv company dedicated to Based on the musical by Joseph Robinette Tchaikovsky, arabesques with beat-boxing or even tango 1950 bringing comedic performances to the community. and Karl Jurman en pointe—all while showcasing Hiplet's trademark sass, 11 1230 Members audition to be in the company for one Auditions will take place Jan. 20-22, 2020. Please contact hip movements and struts. Running time: 90 minutes. season and are paid for each performance or Director of Youth Theatre Programs Danielle Van Hook at “If ballet aims for the ethereal, Hiplet, generally danced 1967 workshop they do for the community. . to pop music, is more concerned with earthiness. It has 9 1230 soulfulness, too; while the lower half of the body can be UTP’s season runs October 2019 to mid-May 2020. sharp and percussive, the upper half—how the arms 2006 Company members rehearse twice per week on connect with the back—conveys a natural flow.” 13 1230 Monday and Wednesday evenings, from 7 p.m. to 9 Photos from The Alden’s — The New York Times p.m., and perform at local venues such as art galleries, 2019 Youth Production, The Old Firehouse Center and cafés. “Winnie-the-Pooh.” General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors 1992 Because UTP is a professional opportunity, 11 1230 $30 $20 N/A attendance is crucial and company members serve various roles in such areas as marketing, stage management and photography. 2006 8 1230 20192020 Visit to subscribe to The Alden’s e-newsletter for the full lineup! For 9th-12th graders only. Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 23-24, 7–9 p.m. 1 Monthly movies in The Alden. Free admission. Wednesday, Sept. 25, beginning at 7 p.m. Come enjoy foreign films selected by you and The Alden’s staff. All movies are shown in the original Preregistration is recommended, but walk-ins are language with English subtitles. welcome. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early. Prepared monologues are not needed. Headshots and resumes *These movies are chosen for adult audiences and Hiplet Ballerinas are not necessary, but are welcome. To register for an may contain mature content, language and themes. audition date, please email Director of Youth Theatre Programs Danielle Van Hook at 1019 1994 SPEAKERS . Visit for audition and 25 1 show information. ALL AGES 22 7 1997 23 1 Crack that Shakespeare code with our expert hackers! Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic team return to 1987 prepare you for American Shakespeare Center on Tour's 27 1 Do you want to give back to your community productions of “Imogen (Cymbeline),” “A Midsummer while seeing fantastic shows and spending time Night’s Dream” and “The Grapes of Wrath,” and they will 2014 13 with a great group of people? Have we got a job lead you in a spirited discussion about the Bard. 22 1 for you! The Alden is seeking volunteers of all Running time: 60 minutes. ages and backgrounds to usher for our General Public MCC District Residents Students/Seniors professional presenting season. For more information, please contact Jeff Virchow at $7 $5 N/A or join us for one of our usher orientation events. Packages are available that include “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” and all three ASC on Tour shows.

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Group Rates: Available for purchase of eight or more tickets to selected Alden-presented events. Enter the Box Office promo code "Group8" online for the discount. Not Phone: 703-790-9223 available for all performances. Box Office Hours Wed.–Fri. 4–8 p.m. Sat. –8 p.m. Seating Capacity: The capacity of The Alden is limited The Box Office is always open one hour before any ticketed event. to the number of available seats in accordance with Virginia fire code regulations. Therefore, for your safety, all persons entering the theater must have a ticket YOUTH Payment Options including infants and small children. A no standing room Phone: Call 1-866-811-4111, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; or policy is strictly enforced. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun. A $2 convenience fee applies. Accessibility Information Online: Visit www.aldentheatre.org and click the “Buy The Alden strives to ensure all patrons enjoy their visit. EVENTS Tickets” button next to the event you wish to attend. The Alden is fully ADA compliant and will make arrangements for reasonable accommodations. Contact Mail orders to Alden Box Office, 1234 Ingleside Mail: [email protected] or call 703-790-9223 at Ave., McLean VA 22101. The best available seats will be least 14 working days prior to the date of the event. selected and your tickets will be held at the Box Office. 2013 Payment by check only. Listening Assistance: Patrons may take advantage of the 6 79 Alden's infrared audio system, which can be used with or For all ages. Gather the whole family and bring your All sales are final. Refunds issued only if a performance is without a hearing aid. To request a device, please inquire blankets, pillows and camp chairs for our indoor, picnic canceled. For additional discounts and policies, please at the Box Office. visit www.aldentheatre.org. style family movie night. Enjoy unlimited popcorn while Accessible Seating: The Alden has as a limited you watch the movie on our huge projection screen and Resident Discounts seating area for those who use wheelchairs and their enter to win a door prize! Preregistration is Patrons residing in the MCC tax district (Small District companions. Please contact the Box Office or email recommended. 1A-Dranesville) are eligible for a discount of at least 25% [email protected] to order tickets and make on all Alden-sponsored events. Identification may be arrangements. Forty-eight (48) hour notice is requested Activity No. Price requested at the time tickets are purchased to verify and is appreciated. 4702.219 $3 per person residency. For online purchases, select the resident price from the drop-down menu when selecting your seat. Reminder emails: If you purchase tickets online or your email address is connected to your ticketing account, Senior & Student Discount: Student and senior (60+) Alden staff will send you a reminder email in the days discounts are available. Proof of age or ID may be leading up to an Alden-presented performance. The email 28 11 2 requested. Not available for all performances. contains directions, area information and insider tips to For ages 3-8. A fun and exciting day for the whole family help make your experience spectacular. You’ll never again is right in your backyard! Come to this indoor-outdoor forget that you have tickets to a show! festival and enjoy live entertainment, crafts and activities. Children can buy their own pumpkins from the pumpkin patch (with the help of a parent/guardian) to decorate at Ticket rder Form Alden fice 703-790-9223 the crafts station. Food will be available for purchase. Mail to: Alden Box Office, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean VA 22101 Name: ______Price Address: ______City: ______State: ____ Zip: ______Free admission Phone: ______Email: ______Are you an MCC district resident? YES NO (If you are not sure, see details on the contents page.) EVENT DATE TIME QTY. PRICE EA. TOTAL 8 79 For all ages. Join us for an evening of fun and prizes! Enjoy free popcorn, and winners will take their pick of prizes! Preregistration is recommended.

Activity No. Price How would you like your tickets? (Check one.) Print at home Will call TOTAL: $______4703.219 $15/$10 MCC district residents I would like to subscribe to the monthly Alden E-newsletter. Payment by check only.

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Group Rates: Available for purchase of eight or more tickets to selected Alden-presented events. Enter the Box Office promo code "Group8" online for the discount. Not Phone: 703-790-9223 available for all performances. Box Office Hours Wed.–Fri. 4–8 p.m. Sat. –8 p.m. Seating Capacity: The capacity of The Alden is limited The Box Office is always open one hour before any ticketed event. to the number of available seats in accordance with Virginia fire code regulations. Therefore, for your safety, all persons entering the theater must have a ticket YOUTH Payment Options including infants and small children. A no standing room Phone: Call 1-866-811-4111, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; or policy is strictly enforced. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun. A $2 convenience fee applies. Accessibility Information Online: Visit www.aldentheatre.org and click the “Buy The Alden strives to ensure all patrons enjoy their visit. EVENTS Tickets” button next to the event you wish to attend. The Alden is fully ADA compliant and will make arrangements for reasonable accommodations. Contact Mail orders to Alden Box Office, 1234 Ingleside Mail: [email protected] or call 703-790-9223 at Ave., McLean VA 22101. The best available seats will be least 14 working days prior to the date of the event. selected and your tickets will be held at the Box Office. 2013 Payment by check only. Listening Assistance: Patrons may take advantage of the 6 79 Alden's infrared audio system, which can be used with or For all ages. Gather the whole family and bring your All sales are final. Refunds issued only if a performance is without a hearing aid. To request a device, please inquire blankets, pillows and camp chairs for our indoor, picnic canceled. For additional discounts and policies, please at the Box Office. visit www.aldentheatre.org. style family movie night. Enjoy unlimited popcorn while Accessible Seating: The Alden has as a limited you watch the movie on our huge projection screen and Resident Discounts seating area for those who use wheelchairs and their enter to win a door prize! Preregistration is Patrons residing in the MCC tax district (Small District companions. Please contact the Box Office or email recommended. 1A-Dranesville) are eligible for a discount of at least 25% [email protected] to order tickets and make on all Alden-sponsored events. Identification may be arrangements. Forty-eight (48) hour notice is requested Activity No. Price requested at the time tickets are purchased to verify and is appreciated. 4702.219 $3 per person residency. For online purchases, select the resident price from the drop-down menu when selecting your seat. Reminder emails: If you purchase tickets online or your email address is connected to your ticketing account, Senior & Student Discount: Student and senior (60+) Alden staff will send you a reminder email in the days discounts are available. Proof of age or ID may be leading up to an Alden-presented performance. The email 28 11 2 requested. Not available for all performances. contains directions, area information and insider tips to For ages 3-8. A fun and exciting day for the whole family help make your experience spectacular. You’ll never again is right in your backyard! Come to this indoor-outdoor forget that you have tickets to a show! festival and enjoy live entertainment, crafts and activities. Children can buy their own pumpkins from the pumpkin patch (with the help of a parent/guardian) to decorate at Ticket rder Form Alden fice 703-790-9223 the crafts station. Food will be available for purchase. Mail to: Alden Box Office, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean VA 22101 Name:______Price Address: ______City: ______State: ____ Zip: ______Free admission Phone: ______Email: ______Are you an MCC district resident? YES NO (If you are not sure, see details on the contents page.) EVENT DATE TIME QTY. PRICE EA. TOTAL 8 79 For all ages. Join us for an evening of fun and prizes! Enjoy free popcorn, and winners will take their pick of prizes! Preregistration is recommended.

Activity No. Price How would you like your tickets? (Check one.) Print at home Will call TOTAL: $______4703.219 $15/$10 MCC district residents I would like to subscribe to the monthly Alden E-newsletter. Payment by check only.

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12 630 8 For ages 3-8. At this and  OFC’s evening activity, family Monster Mash members will work together Grader Parties to decorate a pre- THE OLD assembled gingerbread house. Cost includes one 25 79 gingerbread house, decorating supplies and Activity No. Price FIREHOUSE candies. Products may 4601.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents contain diary, eggs, gluten, nuts and other allergens. The Old Firehouse Center (OFC) provides an incredible experience and safe atmosphere for 7th through 12th Activity No. Price graders. Participants will enjoy exposure to new 4501.219 $45/$35 MCC district residents* 6 79 recreational activities and develop social skills under the supervision of professionally experienced staff members *Fee includes payment for one house. Activity No. Price who facilitate organized activities, daily clubs and trips. Teens can enjoy their time at the Old Firehouse after 4602.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents school, during school breaks and at our Friday night activities and trips. 14 930 11 The Old Firehouse 5th & 6th Grader Parties are themed and decorated accordingly. Partygoers For ages 3-8. Come meet Santa while you enjoy a light can enjoy catered food and beverages, a DJ continental breakfast and live entertainment provided spinning the latest tunes, an open dance floor and Have your next party or event at the Old Firehouse with by Joy of Dance! Bring your phone or camera to take a variety of other attractions and activities. access to our wide dance floor, game room and family pictures with Santa. Space is limited, please Preregistration is recommended. kitchenette. Reservations can be accepted six-months in register early. advance, on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, Parents who wish to volunteer for forms and rates go to: parties must submit an email request to Ashlyn or call 7034488336 711. Thompson at oldfi[email protected]. Please include your name, your child’s name and home address. Volunteer hours are 6:30–9:15 p.m. Each parent volunteer receives one free admission Memberships are available for 7th through 12th graders. for his or her child. Volunteer spots are limited. Membership Benefits • After school program. • Monthly e-newsletters. • Valid until June 30, 2020. $300/$275 MCC district residents. (Starting July 1, 2019) To join, drop off your completed and signed participant Activity No. Price contract (accompanied by your payment) to OFC. Participant contracts are available at the Old Firehouse 4502.219 $25/$20 MCC district residents** and online. For additional information, visit www.oldfirehouse.org. **Children up to 24 months old can attend free with a registered adult. Registration is required for ALL participants (Parents & Children). Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 1440 Chain Bridge Rd. 703448 8336 www.oldfirehouse.org Like Us on Facebook! Twitter: @oldfirehouseva Email: oldfirehouse 60 THE OLD FIREHOUSE

12 630 8 For ages 3-8. At this and  OFC’s evening activity, family Monster Mash members will work together Grader Parties to decorate a pre- THE OLD assembled gingerbread house. Cost includes one 25 79 gingerbread house, decorating supplies and Activity No. Price FIREHOUSE candies. Products may 4601.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents contain diary, eggs, gluten, nuts and other allergens. The Old Firehouse Center (OFC) provides an incredible experience and safe atmosphere for 7th through 12th Activity No. Price graders. Participants will enjoy exposure to new 4501.219 $45/$35 MCC district residents* 6 79 recreational activities and develop social skills under the supervision of professionally experienced staff members *Fee includes payment for one house. Activity No. Price who facilitate organized activities, daily clubs and trips. Teens can enjoy their time at the Old Firehouse after 4602.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents school, during school breaks and at our Friday night activities and trips. 14 930 11 The Old Firehouse 5th & 6th Grader Parties are themed and decorated accordingly. Partygoers For ages 3-8. Come meet Santa while you enjoy a light can enjoy catered food and beverages, a DJ continental breakfast and live entertainment provided spinning the latest tunes, an open dance floor and Have your next party or event at the Old Firehouse with by Joy of Dance! Bring your phone or camera to take a variety of other attractions and activities. access to our wide dance floor, game room and family pictures with Santa. Space is limited, please Preregistration is recommended. kitchenette. Reservations can be accepted six-months in register early. advance, on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, Parents who wish to volunteer for forms and rates go to: parties must submit an email request to Ashlyn or call 7034488336 711. Thompson at oldfi[email protected]. Please include your name, your child’s name and home address. Volunteer hours are 6:30–9:15 p.m. Each parent volunteer receives one free admission Memberships are available for 7th through 12th graders. for his or her child. Volunteer spots are limited. Membership Benefits • After school program. • Monthly e-newsletters. • Valid until June 30, 2020. $300/$275 MCC district residents. (Starting July 1, 2019) To join, drop off your completed and signed participant Activity No. Price contract (accompanied by your payment) to OFC. Participant contracts are available at the Old Firehouse 4502.219 $25/$20 MCC district residents** and online. For additional information, visit www.oldfirehouse.org. **Children up to 24 months old can attend free with a registered adult. Registration is required for ALL participants (Parents & Children). Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 1440 Chain Bridge Rd. 703448 8336 www.oldfirehouse.org Like Us on Facebook! Twitter: @oldfirehouseva Email: oldfirehouse 61 2019 FALL PROGRAM GUIDE

26 2019 12 2020 2013 8 79 230 6 6 79 For all ages. Join us for an evening of fun and prizes! in accordance with the Fairfax County Public Enjoy free popcorn and winners will take their pick of Schools’ (FCPS) schedule For all ages. Gather the whole family and bring your blankets, pillows and camp chairs for our indoor, picnic prizes! Preregistration is recommended. Membership Benefits style family movie night. Enjoy unlimited popcorn while you watch the movie on our huge projection screen and Activity No. Price • A daily snack and drink. 710 710 enter to win a door prize! Preregistration is 4703.219 $15/$10 MCC district residents • Themed clubs (Cooking, Fitness, Preregistration is recommended. The Old recommended. Art, Gaming). Firehouse presents After 7, a can’t miss party that • Access to OFC’s computer lab. includes raffles, tournaments, catered food and Activity No. Price Register online at www.oldfirehouse.org • Pet therapy (once a month). drinks. Oh, don’t forget we’ll have the hottest 4702.219 $3 per person or call OFC at 703448 8336. • Homework help and study assistance. hip-hop, Top 40 and dance hall tracks plus your • The Old Firehouse provides transportation requests played by one of the hottest DJs in the from Cooper Middle School and Langley High DMV. Relive the summer fun and join us… After 7. School. FCPS buses provide transportation from Longfellow Middle School and McLean High School. Activity No. Date Price 59 Please note that late FCPS bus pickup for Longfellow 4701.219 Friday, Sept. 27 $5 admission Prices vary based on activity, an OFC Participant Contract is required Middle School begins at 4:15 p.m. on Mondays, for each participant and additional waivers may be required. Wednesdays and Thursdays. Students are encouraged Register online at oldfirehouse.org or by phone at 703448 8336. to utilize the FCPS late bus before calling OFC for Visit our website for detailed descriptions of each trip: www.oldfirehouse.org. pickup. Otherwise, students must call OFC prior to 5 6 3:30 p.m. to arrange for a same day pick up. Any requests made after 3:30 p.m. will not be accommo- 25 79 Activity No. Date Destination Price dated by OFC staff. 8402.219 10/14/19 Behind the Scenes at Baltimore Aquarium $80/$70 MCC district residents Activity No. Price 4601.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents 8403.219 11/4/19 Indoor Waterpark $65/$55 MCC district residents 8404.219 11/5/19 iFly & Movie $90/$80 MCC district residents Register your kids for our Friday Night Activities to enjoy a much-needed date night or come to our family programs 6 79 for some wholesome fun. Old Firehouse members and all Activity No. Date Destination Price others can register for these events. Prices vary based on Activity No. Price activity. Preregistration is highly recommended. 8301.219 12/23/19 Star Wars Day (Trampoline/Lunch/Movie) $60/$50 MCC district residents 4602.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents 8302.219 12/26/19 Dave & Buster’s $70/$60 MCC district residents th th The Old Firehouse 5 & 6 Grader Parties are 8303.219 12/27/19 St. James Entertainment Center $50/$40 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Price themed and decorated accordingly. Partygoers 8304.219 12/30/19 Indoor Go Karting $80/$70 MCC district residents 5301.219 9/13 $50/$40 MCC district residents can enjoy catered food and beverages, a DJ spinning the latest tunes, an open dance floor and 8305.219 1/2/20 Snow Tubing & Ice Skating $60/$50 MCC district residents a variety of other attractions and activities. Preregistration is recommended. 8306.219 1/3/20 Laser Quest & Movie $60/$50 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Price Parents who wish to volunteer for 5302.219 10/18 $60/$50 MCC district residents parties must submit an email request to Ashlyn Thompson at oldfi[email protected]. Please include your name, your child’s name and home address. Volunteer hours are 6:30-9:15 p.m. Activity No. Date Price Each parent volunteer receives one free admission for his or her child. Volunteer spots are limited. 5303.219 11/22 $50/$40 MCC district residents

62 THE OLD FIREHOUSE | 703-448-TEEN (8336) THE OLD FIREHOUSE

26 2019 12 2020 2013 8 79 230 6 6 79 For all ages. Join us for an evening of fun and prizes! in accordance with the Fairfax County Public Enjoy free popcorn and winners will take their pick of Schools’ (FCPS) schedule For all ages. Gather the whole family and bring your blankets, pillows and camp chairs for our indoor, picnic prizes! Preregistration is recommended. Membership Benefits style family movie night. Enjoy unlimited popcorn while you watch the movie on our huge projection screen and Activity No. Price • A daily snack and drink. 710 710 enter to win a door prize! Preregistration is 4703.219 $15/$10 MCC district residents • Themed clubs (Cooking, Fitness, Preregistration is recommended. The Old recommended. Art, Gaming). Firehouse presents After 7, a can’t miss party that • Access to OFC’s computer lab. includes raffles, tournaments, catered food and Activity No. Price Register online at www.oldfirehouse.org • Pet therapy (once a month). drinks. Oh, don’t forget we’ll have the hottest 4702.219 $3 per person or call OFC at 703448 8336. • Homework help and study assistance. hip-hop, Top 40 and dance hall tracks plus your • The Old Firehouse provides transportation requests played by one of the hottest DJs in the from Cooper Middle School and Langley High DMV. Relive the summer fun and join us… After 7. School. FCPS buses provide transportation from Longfellow Middle School and McLean High School. Activity No. Date Price 59 Please note that late FCPS bus pickup for Longfellow 4701.219 Friday, Sept. 27 $5 admission Prices vary based on activity, an OFC Participant Contract is required Middle School begins at 4:15 p.m. on Mondays, for each participant and additional waivers may be required. Wednesdays and Thursdays. Students are encouraged Register online at oldfirehouse.org or by phone at 703448 8336. to utilize the FCPS late bus before calling OFC for Visit our website for detailed descriptions of each trip: www.oldfirehouse.org. pickup. Otherwise, students must call OFC prior to 5 6 3:30 p.m. to arrange for a same day pick up. Any requests made after 3:30 p.m. will not be accommo- 25 79 Activity No. Date Destination Price dated by OFC staff. 8402.219 10/14/19 Behind the Scenes at Baltimore Aquarium $80/$70 MCC district residents Activity No. Price 4601.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents 8403.219 11/4/19 Indoor Waterpark $65/$55 MCC district residents 8404.219 11/5/19 iFly & Movie $90/$80 MCC district residents Register your kids for our Friday Night Activities to enjoy a much-needed date night or come to our family programs 6 79 for some wholesome fun. Old Firehouse members and all Activity No. Date Destination Price others can register for these events. Prices vary based on Activity No. Price activity. Preregistration is highly recommended. 8301.219 12/23/19 Star Wars Day (Trampoline/Lunch/Movie) $60/$50 MCC district residents 4602.219 $35/$25 MCC district residents 8302.219 12/26/19 Dave & Buster’s $70/$60 MCC district residents th th The Old Firehouse 5 & 6 Grader Parties are 8303.219 12/27/19 St. James Entertainment Center $50/$40 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Price themed and decorated accordingly. Partygoers 8304.219 12/30/19 Indoor Go Karting $80/$70 MCC district residents 5301.219 9/13 $50/$40 MCC district residents can enjoy catered food and beverages, a DJ spinning the latest tunes, an open dance floor and 8305.219 1/2/20 Snow Tubing & Ice Skating $60/$50 MCC district residents a variety of other attractions and activities. Preregistration is recommended. 8306.219 1/3/20 Laser Quest & Movie $60/$50 MCC district residents Activity No. Date Price Parents who wish to volunteer for 5302.219 10/18 $60/$50 MCC district residents parties must submit an email request to Ashlyn Thompson at oldfi[email protected]. Please include your name, your child’s name and home address. Volunteer hours are 6:30-9:15 p.m. Activity No. Date Price Each parent volunteer receives one free admission for his or her child. Volunteer spots are limited. 5303.219 11/22 $50/$40 MCC district residents

REGISTER ONLINE | www.oldfirehouse.org 63 2019 FALL PROGRAM GUIDE

Senior discounts are not available for tours and other activities. To make arrangements for accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act All materials fees are due to the (ADA), please mark the appropriate box Just click on the pink “Register” instructor on the first day of class, unless on the registration form so the Center button in the upper right corner of otherwise noted. may contact you to ascertain your any page of our website, or on a needs. seven-digit activity number, which Accommodation request should be will link you to our online registration All withdrawals, refund and cancellation system. Online registration begins made no fewer than 14 working days requests must be submitted in writing prior to the start to of the activity by at midnight on the registration to . start date. calling the Center at 7037900123 Patrons who submit refund requests 14 711 (hearing impaired) to make days or more before the start date of a arrangements. Mail a completed registration form class or activity, will be granted a with payment in the form of a check, refund. Refunds requested less than 14 money order or credit card to: days before the start date of the class See page 47 for full Travel and Tour McLean Community Center, Attn: or activity will not be granted. Policies. Registrar, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA 22101. Once a class, camp or activity is in You may register in person at the session, refunds may be granted only Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday for medical reasons or for extenuating through Friday. At other times, drop a circumstances as determined by the completed registration form and General Programs Director and the payment (in the form of a check or Registrar. Medical requests must be 50 money order, or by completing the accompanied by a doctor’s note (verification). credit card information on the form) into the registration box. The Friends of the McLean Absences and personal scheduling Community Center founded and conflicts are not reimbursable. helped support development of Registration begins on The Center is not obligated to make up the Center. Today, they remain 5. All mail-in and drop-off classes due to absences and personal committed to helping support its registration forms received before the scheduling conflicts. However, each many programs and activities. If designated registration date will be instructor has her/his own make-up you enjoy the MCC and want to processed on the designated date. policy; arrangements for make-up amp up your appreciation and Instructors may not accept registrations classes are scheduled through involvement in Center or extend verbal commitments. individual instructors. Please do not endeavors, then join Friends contact the Center. today. Become a part of this legacy of achievement and Payment is due at the time of support Friends with your $25 registration in the form of a check, tax-deductible membership. In money order or credit card (American appreciation, Friends members Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) number with expiration date. If paying See MCC’s holiday schedule on the receive special benefits as by check, please make payable to table of contents page (p.1). pre-sales and registrations allow. McLean Community Center, unless The class program follows Fairfax otherwise noted. County Public Schools’ inclement Receipt confirmations will be emailed. If weather policy. In case of inclement If you have questions about no email address is provided, receipt weather, check our website confirmations will be mailed. (www.mcleancenter.org), call Friends or would be interested in 703-790-0123, TTY: 711 (hearing making a donation, please email impaired), or listen for cancellation Friends at information on local radio stations. Senior citizens (age 60 and older) or reach a member of the are eligible to receive a ten (10) percent Classes canceled due to inclement Friends Board by calling discount on classes except where weather will be rescheduled, if possible. 7037900123 711. noted. If not, a prorated refund will be issued.

64 McLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER | 703-790-0123 REGISTRATION FORM

2019–2020 Governing Board Have you registered Please make checks payable to McLean Community Center. to receive our e-mail Julie Waters, Chair Xavier Jimenez Staple checks for class fees to this form. If faxing form, complete credit card information. newsletter? Elizabeth John, Vice-Chair Suzanne LeMenestrel Check These Out! YES NO Terri Markwart, Secretary Megan Markwart Mail, fax or bring form to: McLean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA 22101. Raj Mehra, Treasurer Alicia Plerhoples To register online or to submit an application by e-mail, visit our website: www.mcleancenter.org. Would you like to? Maria Foderaro-Guertin Carla Post It’s back! YES NO Carole Herrick PHONE: 703-744-9365, T T Y: 711 McLean Antiques Show & Sale Friends of MCC ______E-MAIL: ______Saturday, Nov. 9–Sunday, Nov. 10 (Adult or Parent Name) LAST FIRST D.O.B Cecilia D. Closs Bonnie Weston See page 43. President Treasurer ______HOME PHONE______ADDRESS Gordon Thomas Lori Wertz Vice President Secretary ______WORK PHONE______

Member at Large CITY STATE ZIP Sam Agarwal Carole Herrick MCC TAX DISTRICT RESIDENT NONRESIDENT CELL PHONE (optional)______Thamir Al-Hashimi Glenn Yarborough, Jr. Mary Anne Hampton Culinary Arts COMPLETE ONE LINE FOR EACH REGISTRATION See page 10–15. Activity Activity Name Name of Registrant D.O.B. Sex Activity Fee MCC Sta Administration George Sachs, Executive Director Ashok Karra, Comptroller Holly Novak, Executive Assistant Sabrina Anwah, Information Officer David Craig, Graphic Designer & Webmaster The Old Firehouse Joe McGovern, Facilities Manager Vivian Brown, Information Technology Winter Break Trips Lindsey Hogan, Office Manager See page 63. Nadia Jaff, Accounts Payable Total Activity Fee Anne McAfee, Human Resources Specialist Senior Class Discount Ellen Fox, Administrative Assistant Georgia Mettauer, Administrative Assistant TOTAL DUE: Recreation Aides Jonathan Davis, Booking Manager Here’s What Our Scott Bowen, Craig Morris, Susan Stankus, REGISTRATION BEGINS: Check here if ADA Steve Caruso, Tijani Musa, Al Peña Camacho Patrons Say... Monday, August 5, 2019 accommodation is needed. Performing Arts Sarah Schallern Treff, Director McLean Day 2019 Danielle Van Hook, Director, Youth Theatre Programs “The spirit of the day was joyful! How did you hear about this class/activity? ______Jennifer Garrett, Technical Director So many friendly, happy, smiling faces!” Justin King, Assistant Technical Director “Awesome job. Lovely community event.” Evelyn Hill, Patron Services Manager Name as it appears on card (please print): ______Cathryn Salisbury-Valerien, Theatre Technician MC AMEX Credit Card # Jeff Virchow, Performing Arts Assistant The Joshua Show at The Alden Jared Mercier, Audience Development Associate “The Joshua Show was absolutely delightful! VISA DISCOVER Joshua is incredibly talented and I appreciated that General Programs Department Maggie Shea, General Programs Director the show was appropriate for children, but also Signature ______Expiration date Andrew Jennings, Youth Event/Instructional Manager highly entertaining for adults. I would absolutely Katie Fedora, Registrar come see him perform again.” Sue Dorsey, Assistant Registrar To become a member of Friends of the McLean Community Center, you may charge your $25 tax-deductible membership at Sydney Duberstein, Senior Programs Coordinator Aerobic Dance Workout www.FriendsMCC.com or you may enclose a separate check made payable to Friends of MCC with this registration. Nadia Kader, Youth Event Coordinator “The instructor is excellent—always positive, Catherine Nesbitt, Special Events Manager upbeat, helpful and very pleasant.” Robert Brown, Special Events Assistant Manager The McLean Community Center reserves the right to photograph and videotape all of its activities, Mike Fisher, Old Firehouse General Manager events, classes, programs and facilities for promotional purposes. Ashlyn Thompson, Old Firehouse Manager I have read and agree to participate in the activity/event according to the registration procedures stated on page 64: ______Andrew Carter, Old Firehouse Manager (Please initial here) PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID FAIRFAX, VA 1234 Ingleside Ave. PERMIT 45 McLean, VA 22101 703-790-0123 TTY: 711 www.mcleancenter.org

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A Pleasing New Season Comes to The Alden in McLean! What’s your pleasure? Dance? We’ve got it! Theater? How about the best of Broadway, classics by Shakespeare and the innovation of Sligsby? And we haven’t even mentioned the great music, comedy and magic! The Alden’s 2019-2020 Season has something for every taste and age group. See page 51 FLAMENCO VIVO for a full list of the Alden’s offerings and CARLOTA SANTANA purchase your tickets now! DAMIEN SNEED’S “WE SHALL OVERCOME”