Ellis Paul in concert on Saturday, Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m. at Jammin Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Ellis Paul with Sophie B. Hawkins in celebration of 25 years of touring. Visit www.jamminjava.com for more.
Wednesday/Oct. 18
Dining with Dorothy. 12:30 p.m at Legal Seafoods, Tysons Galleria, 2001 International Drive, McLean. This socializing/dining event is hosted by the Shepherd ‘s Center of Oakton-Vienna. Email dflood1706@gmail.com for more.
Tree Talks. 7-9:30 p.m. at Churchill Road Elementary School Cafeteria, 7100 Churchill Road, McLean. Topic: “Trees in McLean’s Changing Landscape–Planting and Protecting.” Visit www.mcleancitizens.org for more.
Friday/Oct. 20
Lunch and Learn. noon at The Providence Community Center, 3001 Vaden Drive. RSVP lecture on the value of volunteering. Email Carly Hubicki at
chubicki@volunteerfairfax.org for more.
Drumming and Drum Circle Workshop. 3:30-10 p.m. at The Old Firehouse Teen Center, 1440 Chain Bridge Road, McLean. Teens can get in the Halloween spirit and spend a Friday night with the Old Firehouse. Only the brave-hearted are invited on this journey. The night will start with a group dinner $60/$50 MCC district residents. Visit www.mcleancenter.org for more.
An Evening Service of Song, Scripture and Prayer. Holy Comforter will welcome two visiting choirs from Delaware: Immanuel Church on the Green, Newcastle, and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes. Under the direction of Choirmasters T. J. Thomas and Jack Warren Burnam, the combined choirs will present an evening service of song, scripture, and prayer. This liturgy will be followed by a festive reception.
Oct. 20-22
Vienna Theatre Company Production. Various times at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St. SE. Upcoming production “In Living Sound - Back Home!,” live radio drama directed by Patricia Boswell Kallman. $14. Visit www.viennatheatrecompany.org for more.
Great Falls Studios Tour. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at various venues in Great Falls. A self-guided driving tour of local artists in their personal studios. This three-day event is family-friendly, free, and offers the opportunity to see art being made in the community. Artists will be available 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine. Visit www.greatfallsstudios.com for more.
Saturday/Oct. 21
Damselwings Art Show. 3-6 p.m. at the Home of Martha Brettschneider, 2203 Abbotsford Drive, Vienna. Exhibit and sale of Martha Brettschneider's floral metal prints and notecards. Portion of sales will support Metavivor's breast cancer advocacy. Free. Visit bit.ly/DamselwingsArtShow or call 703-919-4230 for more.
Astronomy Campfire. 6-7 p.m at Riverbend Park, 8700 Potomac Hills St., Great Falls. Hear tales about the constellations and make s’mores over the campfire’s embers. Ages 4 and up. $8. Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/riverbend-park/ for more.
Oct. 21-22
18th Century Autumn Market Fair. 11-4:30 p.m at the Claude Moore Colonial Farm, 6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean. Learn to dip candles and watch the blacksmith and rope maker at work. Children’s games, puppet theater and live music. Meet staff and volunteers in costume and character. $8; children and seniors: $4; children under 3 free. Visit www.1771.org for more.
Sunday/Oct. 22
Capitol Steps Comedy Troupe. 3 p.m. at Oakton High School, 2900 Sutton Road, Vienna. A singing, dancing, satirical show that focuses on politics, proceeds go to the Shepherd’s Center of Oakton-Vienna. $35. Visit www.scov.org/fundraiser-tickets or call 703-281-0538.
Bonis Ensemble. 4 p.m. at Saint Francis Episcopal Church, 9220 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. Playing Mozart, Mahler and Bonis. Visit www.amadeusconcerts.com.
The Music of Simon and Garfunkel. 7:30 at Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E. The Music of Simon & Garfunkel performed by Americana-folk duo Swearingen and Kelli. $20. Visit www.themusicofsimonandgarfunkel.com for more.
Wednesday/Oct. 25
71st Annual Halloween Parade. 7 p.m. on Maple Avenue, Vienna. Join friends and neighbors, ghouls and goblins for one of Vienna's traditions: the 71st annual Halloween Parade, hosted by the Vienna Business Association. Pre-registration is required for businesses and organizations who wish to march in the parade. No registration needed for children who want to wear costumes and walk in the parade; children must be accompanied by their mummy or another adult. Visit bit.ly/2huu6L0 for more.
Oct. 27-28
Vienna Theatre Company Production. Various times at the Vienna Community Center, 120 Cherry St. SE. Upcoming production “In Living Sound - Back Home!,” live radio drama directed by Patricia Boswell Kallman. $14. Visit www.viennatheatrecompany.org for more.
The Recital on Stage. 7:30 at 1st Stage Theatre, 1524 Spring Hill Road, McLean. Premiere of The Recital with live piano performed by MusicLink, Saturday's ticket includes access to the Post-Performance. $30-50. Call 703-854-1856 for more.
Saturday/Oct. 28
Arlington Free Clinic Annual Benefit Gala. 6 p.m.-midnight at Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner Tysons Galleria, 1700 Tysons Blvd., McLean. Cocktail reception and silent auction, which includes getaways, art and photography, sports items, and much more. $300. Visit www.gala.arlingtonfreeclinic.org.
Ellis Paul in Concert. 7:30 p.m. at Jammin Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Ellis Paul with Sophie B. Hawkins in celebration of 25 years of touring. Visit www.jamminjava.com for more.
Sunday/Oct. 29
Pumpkin Carving Lessons. 10 a.m.-4 p.m at Wildfire, Tysons Galleria, 3rd floor, Mclean. Executive Chef Edwin Amaya shares his best-kept secrets for carving pumpkins and Emma Choi, student representative to Real Food for Kids, will be the special guest followed by a costume contest. $20.00 per child and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to “Real Food for Kids.” Call 703-442-9110 for more.
Spookappella Halloween Jam. 2 p.m. at Jammin Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Cover band rocking R&B, Hip-Hop, Funk, and soul hits of the last five decades. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Visit www.jamminjava.com for more.
Friday/Nov. 3
Scott Miller Concert. 2 p.m. at Jammin Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. Rock singer/songwriter highlights his first full album in four years, “Ladies Auxiliary.” Visit www.jamminjava.com for more.