THURSDAY 7/29: Fashion Showcase at New To You Boutique

New To You, a unique women’s clothing store in the heart of Falls Church, is hosting an open house Thursday, July 29, from 4 until 8 p.m.

In addition to showcasing great, affordable clothing for the fall, New To You will also be showing jewelry by designer Debra Fabian.

In the windows of the store are some of owner Christina Novak’s favorite fashion icons painted by NTY’s very own Shelby Rolla.  The display features Twiggy, Princess Diana, Kate Moss, Mrs. Obama, Marilyn Monroe, and Audrey Hepburn.  In addition to great fashion, there will be some nibbles and a bit of bubbly.

New To You is located at 108 West Broad Street, right next to Brown’s Hardware.  For more information, check out www.newtoyou.net.

SATURDAY 7/24: ‘Songs in the Key of Me’ Cabaret at ArtSpace

The Fourth Wall Cabaret Series presented by Creative Cauldron @ ArtSpace Falls Church continues on Saturday, July 24, with “Songs in the Key of Me,” featuring Jenny Cartney.

As Musical Director and Assistant to the Musical Director for some of the DC region’s most prestigious theaters, Ms. Cartney brings her extensive musical background to Creative Cauldron for a night of fun, flirtation and frivolity.

Cabaret tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students/seniors and can be purchased at the door or at www.CreativeCauldron.org.  Show starts at 8 p.m.  ArtSpace is located at 410 S. Maple Avenue.  Free parking in the garages at 400 and 410 S. Maple Avenue.

New Art Exhibit at City Hall through Summer

By GINA CACECI
Falls Church Times Staff

July 20, 2010

As part of Falls Church Arts’ Gallery Without Walls program, the latest art exhibit at City Hall (300 Park Avenue) features paintings by Kathleen Clarken Buschow, who is also City Clerk for “The Little City.”  Located in the ground floor corridor between the East and West Wings, Buschow’s paintings are a mix of landscapes and portraits and reflect her evolution as a painter.

The exhibit is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., through the summer.

The Gallery Without Walls program supports Falls Church Arts’ mission of promoting art and artists in the area.  It links FCA member artists and organizations; it’s a way for artists to get an opportunity to show their work and for businesses and organizations to support the arts. And our residents and visitors to “The Little City” enjoy the increased presence of the arts in daily life.  Other GWW locations in Falls Church include Argia’s Restaurant, Burke & Herbert Bank and Vantage Fitness.

For more information about the Gallery Without Walls program, see www.FallsChurchArts.org

Thursday, 7/8: New Group Performing at Cherry Hill Concert

By GINA CACECI
Falls Church Times Staff

Bring a fan along with your lawn chair and picnic dinner to this week’s Concert at Cherry Hill Park.  The concert by Doris Justis & Friends begins at 7 pm and the art exhibit, featuring jewelry created by Ellen Dempsey, will be on display starting at 6:30 pm.

New to the Falls Church summer concert series, Doris Justis has been a mainstay of the folk and acoustic music scene in the Washington, DC area for many years.  Her long career was recently celebrated by the World Folk Music Association. Doris has performed at The Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage and at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, Maryland.  In addition to performing, Doris has also produced concerts, coffeehouses and showcases.

Accompanying Doris at Thursday’s concert will be Scott Morgan, a lifelong musician and luthier.  He has played all types of music with family and friends for many years. His roots in music and fine instrument building started at an early age, and he continues to build instruments and perform. He has shared the stage with many excellent musicians over the years including Curly Fox, John Hartford, Red Rector, John McCutcheon, Ralph Stanley, the New Grass Revival, and Grandpa Jones, to name a few.

The summer concerts are co-sponsored by the Falls Church Parks and Recreation Department and the Village Preservation and Improvement Society (VPIS).  Members of Falls Church Arts (FCA) present the art exhibits.  The ice cream sales during the concert benefit the Falls Church – Kokolopori Sister City Partnership.

If it looks like rain, call 703-248-5077 after 5 pm to find out if the concert will be held inside the Community Center.

All Night Grad Organizers Thank Businesses

Falls Church Times Staff

The 22^nd annual George Mason High School All Night Graduation Celebration for the Class of 2010 is a wonderful memory thanks to the support of many Falls Church businesses, community members and hundreds of volunteers. Graduation night is one of the highest risk nights for a teen. Students attend parties throughout the year, but peer pressure is highest when there is an event this momentous to celebrate. The ANGC is a drug and alcohol-free event held the night of graduation that gives every GMHS graduate a safe place to celebrate.

The ANGC committee extends its thanks to all of the local businesses that support this worthy cause.  Many were listed in last week’s City Focus, but that list is far from complete.  Please visit the web site at www.georgemasonptsa.com and click on the All Night Graduation tab to view the entire list of donors.  When you frequent these establishments, thank them for supporting the Falls Church City schools and its graduates. These businesses donate because they care about our community and the ANGC would not be possible without them. 

Linda Hamill, Chair of the GMHS 2010 ANGC, says “Congratulations to the Class of 2010!  You will always be Mustangs!”

 

Sunday, 7/4: Independence Day Readings at City Hall

Falls Church Times Staff

Every year on the Fourth of July, the Village Preservation and Improvement Society (VPIS) sponsors readings of the documents upon which our democracy and freedom are based.  This year, the readings of the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights will take place at 1 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall (300 Park Avenue) and will be led by Mr. Paul Ferentinos, George Mason High School history teacher.  This annual event, which lasts about 75 minutes, focuses on the meaning of Independence Day. There is no charge and all are welcome.

Friday, 7/2: Dog Days at FIRSTfriday of Falls Church

Special to the Falls Church Times

If you’ve got a pooch, consider taking the canine to “DOGGIE YAPPIE HOUR” at FIRSTfriday of Falls Church on July 2.   Always There Pet Care is hosting the event from 6 to 8 pm at Art-A-Lot, in the parking lot outside of Art and Frame of Falls Church, 111 Park Avenue.    For more information, check   www.alwaystherepetcare.com.

Art-filled Holiday Weekend Starts Thursday

By GINA CACECI
Falls Church Times Staff

Start enjoying the holiday weekend early on Thursday, July 1 at Cherry Hill Park with a concert at 7 pm by Andrew Acosta and the New Old Time String Band and an art exhibit before and after under the Falls Church Arts canopy.  View the paintings and photographs by local artists, Mary O’Donnell and Henry Galluci as you listen to roots music.  See www.fallschurchva.gov for more details.

Continue your adventures in art and music on FIRSTfriday, July 2.  Most special events begin at 6 pm including: Deborah Conn’s untraditional portraits in a traditional medium, watercolor, at Stifel and Capra (260 W. Broad Street), more watercolor paintings by Bill Abel inside Art and Frame of Falls Church (111 Park Avenue) and lots more artists outside in the parking lot at Art-A-Lot featuring Michael Snell’s handmade books and journals and jewelry by Hazel Brutsche.  Also check out some cool classic cars at Art-A-A lot.  Or make your own art at Clay Café Studios (101 N. Maple Avenue).

If books are your thing, then meet local author Amy Brecount White who will be on hand to sign copies of her new novel “FORGET-HER-NOTS,” about the language of flowers that come magically to life.

More into music?  Then you’ll find what you like inside or outside on Friday!  Check out “The Sparksplug Band” at Art-A-Lot in the parking lot at 111 Park Avenue.  More music indoors at Ireland’s Four Provinces Restaurant (105 W. Broad Street) and the Dogwood Tavern (132 W. Broad Street).
For more detailed information about FIRSTfriday and special offers at restaurants and stores that day, see www.firstfridayoffallschurch.com

If your favorite art is more culinary, take in the Falls Church Farmers Market (in the parking lot at City Hall) Saturday morning from 8 until noon. 

While the Fourth of July is our nation’s birthday, Saturday, July 3 marks the fourth birthday bash for Stifel and Capra.  From 10 to 5 pm, celebrate with cake and balloons and specials on treasures and art.

The City of Falls Church Fireworks Display starts around 9:30 pm at George Mason High School on Sunday, July 4.  But if you get there early, you can continue your art-filled holiday weekend listening to the concert by the Ken Smith Band that starts at 7 pm.

So start celebrating early and make it a four-day festival of music and art – food and fireworks – throughout The Little City.

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