MCC Summer Sunday Concert in the Park : Ocean Celtic Quartet

Ocean Celtic Quartet 
“The Lusty Month of May”
Songs of Love, Lust and the Arrival of Spring
in McLean Central Park
Sunday, May 14, 5 p.m.
Free outdoor concert. Reservations not required.

The ancient Irish festival of Beltane (May Day) signaled the end of winter and the coming of spring. Come hear Washington, D.C.’s award-winning Folk and Celtic ensemble, the Ocean Celtic Quartet, in a program of traditional and original music celebrating the return of the Sun and the greening of the land. Bring a picnic, your mom, your dog, and your dog’s mom to this free concert in McLean Central Park’s Gazebo.
Rated all ages. Running time: approximately 90 minutes.

The Alden’s 2023 Youth Production: When Pantheons Collide!

When Pantheons Collide!

The Alden’s 2023 Youth Production

Back by popular demand! The Alden’s 2023 Youth production is a devised theater piece created by the actors in the show.

When a group of powerful Greek deities learns Mount Olympus is under attack, they must learn to work together to defeat a common enemy.

This production was devised by the cast with training by writer/director Andrew Scott Zimmer. Running time: Approximately 25 minutes.

Registration is required.

Jeni’s Ice Cream for Breakfast Day!

On Saturday, February 4th, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams will celebrate ice cream for Breakfast! To celebrate, Jeni’s scoop shop at The Boro will open at 9 a.m. with the brand encouraging locals to wear their favorite PJs and line up for a scoop of the beloved, breakfast-Inspired flavor, Maple Soaked Pancakes. The flavor, which is made with salted butter and real maple syrup, will return on the holiday for a limited time.

Jeni’s scoop shop at The Boro will offer:

  • Pajama Selfies: On the morning of the 4th, ice cream lovers will be encouraged to don their PJs and post a photo from The Boro scoop shop for a chance to win a year’s worth of free ice cream!
  • Early Bird Coffee Mugs: The first 50 Jeni’s Splendid Rewards members to arrive will receive a free, limited-edition Ice Cream For Breakfast Day mug.

10th Annual Chili Cook-Off

McLean Baptist Church Fellowship Hall (Door #5)

  • Bring your own chili to be judged and shared or just come and be our guest and enjoy lunch.
  • Salad, bread, dessert and drinks will also be served.
  • Guest judges from the community.
  • Come and get to know us better.
  • Contact Bob Licitra (BobREBL@yahoo.com) for more info.

Mariachi Vargas De Tecalitlán 125 Aniversario Tour

El mejor mariachi del mundo, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, viene al área de Washington D.C. por primera vez en su trayectoria, con su gira “125 Aniversario” 2022.  ¡No te pierdas una noche llena de historia y orgullo mexicano!

 

The greatest mariachi in the world, Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán, is coming to the Washington D.C. area for the first time in its career, with their tour “125 Anniversary” 2022.  Don’t miss a night filled with history and Mexican pride!

https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/15005C8FB2813EA8

Cancer Can Rock Benefit

Cancer Can Rock Benefit for musicians with aggressive cancer.

Art exhibition; meet and mingle; band benefit performance.

Featuring the talented Kara and Matty D!

For show details/tickets:
RECORD PRODUCER/CANCER CAN ROCK FOUNDER:

Jim Ebert

Jim has been in the Recording world for 35 years. He has worked with a wide range of musicians, from Meredith Brooks; Madonna, Butch Walker, All Time Low to George Benson.

In 2001, Jim was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. After surviving the diagnosis, Jim started Cancer Can Rock to try and give a bit of hope and enjoyment to musicians fighting Cancer. Now going on 22 years of survival, Jim is firmly dedicated to Cancer Can Rock’s mission and results. For details: cancer can rock

Unruly Theatre Project Improv Show

Free admission

Come enjoy a night of laughs. (the) Unruly Improv is The Alden’s professional teen improv company dedicated to bringing comedic performances to the community. In May 2022, UTP was named 1st place Champions at Improvicon of Northern Virginia!

Unruly Theatre Project Improv Show

Free admission

Come enjoy a night of laughs. (the) Unruly Improv is The Alden’s professional teen improv company dedicated to bringing comedic performances to the community. In May 2022, UTP was named 1st place Champions at Improvicon of Northern Virginia!

McLean Farmers Market — Fall Harvest Festival

Join the Fairfax County Farmers Markets for the Fall Harvest Festival at four FCPA Farmers Market locations. Celebrate the Fall Harvest of fresh produce like squash, greens, and broccoli, find the last of the summer harvest, and enjoy delicious foods from local farmers and producers. Children and families are invited to paint pumpkins, play fall harvest bingo, and spin the trivia wheel for a prize! Enjoy live music and free samples of warm apple cider as we gather to celebrate the Fall Harvest.
McLean Farmers Market
Friday, October 14, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lewinsville Park
1659 Chain Bridge Road, McLean