SATURDAY 3/13: Calling All Actors!

Creative Cauldron is holding open auditions for its Learning Theater and its upcoming production of James Thurber’s book Many Moons!  Auditions will be held Saturday, March 13 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at ArtSpace Falls Church, 410 South Maple Avenue.

Actors of all ages are encouraged to audition. While no prior experience is required, Creative Cauldron is looking for individuals who have a passion for acting and performing and who are interested in working alongside professional actors/mentors.

Rehearsals will begin on Saturday, March 20.  Performers must be available for rehearsals over spring break. Performances begin Friday, April 9 and run weekends through Sunday, April 25.  For more information about the auditions, call Creative Cauldron at 571-239-5288.  See www.CreativeCauldron.org for performance times and to purchase tickets.

SATURDAY 3/13: No Better Off Plays On!

By GINA CACECI
Falls Church Times Staff

Creative Cauldron continues the “Play On!” music series with “No Better Off,” making its second appearance at the ArtSpace in Falls Church, 410 S. Maple Avenue, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 13.

These five local musicians have their feet firmly planted in the traditions of rock, folk, blues and country music.  What began years ago as casual Friday night jam sessions among friends has evolved into a band that plays regularly in the area, including appearances at Iota in Arlington and the Palladium in McLean.  No Better Off is anchored by the distinctive vocals of Gus and Marty Guthrie and includes Terry Judd on bass, Joe Martinez on percussion and mandolin, and Falls Church City’s own Steve Selby on guitar.

“At our shows, we like to keep that familiar feeling – that people are just over at our house, listening to good friends play music straight from their hearts,” said Judd.

In addition to fresh interpretations of songs by some of their heroes such as John Prine, Buddy Miller, Ryan Adams, Lucinda Williams and The Band, NBO’s show will feature original compositions by band members.

Tickets are $5.00 each for this “Play On!” event and can be purchased online at www.creativecauldron.org.  For information about other Creative Cauldron events, call 571-239-5288. Free parking for ArtSpace is available in the garages at 410 and 400 S. Maple Avenue.

SUNDAY 3/14: Irish Family Concert at ArtSpace

Contining the “Play On!” series, Creative Cauldron presents Mad for the Road  at the ArtSpace in Falls Church, 410 S. Maple Avenue, at 2:00 pm on Sunday, March 14. 

Mad for the Road performs traditional Irish jigs, reels, and hornpipes as well as fun and beautiful Irish songs.   The band plays an assortment of instruments including penny whistle, low whistle, hammered dulcimer, the bodhran (Irish drum)  and the mandolin.  Sunday’s concert will include a very special performance by 9 year-old Celtic dancer, Sarah Alverson.

Mad for the Road has performed together since 2007 in such venues as the Falls Church Summer Concert Series in Cherry Hill Park, City of Fairfax First Night, the International Children’s Festival at Wolf Trap, Jammin’ Java and at local Irish pubs and festivals.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children, and can be purchased online at www.creativecauldron.org.  For questions, call 571-239-5288.  Free parking for ArtSpace is available in the garages at 410 and 400 S. Maple Avenue.

FRIDAY 3/26: Deadline to Buy Mulch, Boost GMHS Athletics

The 17th annual George Mason High School Athletic Boosters Mulch Sale is under way; March 26 is the order deadline. Top-quality shredded hardwood mulch comes in 3 cubic ft. bags at $5 per bag. Delivery is free in Falls Church City and surrounding neighborhoods. Delivery date is Saturday, April 10.

Download an order form from the GMHS Athletics website (www.masonathletics.org) and mail it along with check payable to GMABA to Phil Duncan, 1069 W. Broad St., #776, Falls Church, VA 22046. Include your address, phone and e-mail. Paper copies of the order form are available at the Library and Community Center. More information: pduncan@civicatalyst.com, or call (703) 209-2005.

The mulch sale is the Athletic Boosters’ major annual fund-raiser to support a wide range of activities benefiting George Mason student-athletes and recognizing their accomplishments — including our scholarship program; awards dinners in the fall, winter and spring; equipment purchases; and trophy cases and championship banners.

SATURDAY 3/27: Enrollment Deadline for Rape Aggression Defense Classes

The City of Falls Church Police Department is offering a free Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women, 12 years of age and older. The course is offered in four 3-hour sessions. Classes will be held at St. James School (830 W. Broad St.) on April 5, 7, 12, and 14, from 6-9 p.m. Participants are required to attend all four sessions.

The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that addresses awareness, prevention, risk reduction, risk avoidance, and the basics of hands-on self-defense training. R.A.D. is not a martial arts program. Nationally certified R.A.D. instructors from the City Police Department teach the course.

The registration deadline is March 27. For more information and to register, e-mail ksdempsey@verizon.net or call 703-248-5061.

SATURDAY 4/3: Easter Egg Roll at Cherry Hill Park

The City of Falls Church Recreation & Parks Division will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 3 at 10 a.m. in Cherry Hill Park, located at 312 Park Ave.  In addition to scrambling for eggs, children are invited to meet the Easter Bunny.  Please bring a basket to collect eggs.  This event is free to the public.

In the event of rain, the Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Monday, April 5, at 4 p.m. in Cherry Hill Park.

For additional information, please call 703-248-5077.