January Event Calendar

January 01

Uncorked Wine Tasting

Want to expand your knowledge and appreciation of wine? Join us as we explore the ever-growing world of wine. Each Saturday we will feature a different wine or group of wines to taste and suggest food pairings to compliment them.

Date/Hours: Tuesday, January 01, 2008 - Friday, December 31, 2010
(1:00 PM-5:30 PM)
Directions: 2013 Magnolia Avenue Buena Vista, VA 24416

Website: www.uncorked-va.com

January 03

Family Bluegrass Barn

Located in Hansonville, this barn hosts live oldies/country/bluegrass performances every Friday night from 7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. and every Saturday night from 7:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. and offers the largest dance floor in the area.

Date/Hours: Saturday, January 03, 2009 - Monday, December 26, 2011 (7:30 PM-11:00 PM)
Admission Fee: $4.00
Children Welcome
Phone: (276) 794-9067

January 4,11 and 25

Tavern Toddlers

Because it’s never too early for kids to appreciate history, the museum developed this special program for toddlers (walkers through 36 months) and their caregivers. Tavern Toddlers features a weekly open playtime on most Mondays in the spring and fall, excluding federal holidays.

Date/Hours:
Monday, January 04, 2010 (10:30 AM-12:00 PM)
Monday, January 11, 2010 (10:30 AM-12:00 PM)
Monday, January 25, 2010 (10:30 AM-12:00 PM)

Email: gadsbys.tavern@alexandriava.gov
Website: www.GadsbysTavern.org

January 7

Civil War Dance Classes

In preparation for the Civil War Ball on January 23, learn the waltz, polka, Virginia reel and more from expert dance master.

Date/Hours:
Thursday, January 07, 2010 (7:30 PM-9:30 PM)
Thursday, January 14, 2010 (7:30 PM-9:30 PM)
Thursday, January 21, 2010 (7:30 PM-9:30 PM)
Admission Fee: $12/class
Phone: (703) 838-4242

Email: gadsbys.tavern@alexandriava.gov
Website: www.GadsbysTavern.org

January 7

Chocolate Tasting:
Everything You Need and Want to Know About Chocolate

Experience a Chocolate Tasting like no other. A special treat with such incredible chocolate, their decadent enjoyment should be illegal. Enjoy a tasting of several different chocolate desserts prepared by an excellent pastry chef at an award winning restaurant.

Date/Hours:7:30pm-9:30pm
Directions: Cocoa Bar Café (1529C 14TH Street NW Washington, DC 20005)
Cost: $40.00

January 9

D. C. Big Flea Market

DC Big Flea market! Metro DC's largest antiques & collectibles flea market! Over 1100 booths in 2 buildings! Furniture, glass, pottery, jewelry, silver, textiles, & millions of decorative collectibles at affordable prices! Antique Dealers from 20 states!

Time: 900AM - 0600PM
Cost: 10.00
Location: 4368 chantilly shopping ctr., Chantilly, Virginia 20151

January 9

Fourth Annual Photography Exhibition

The exhibition features works from local and regional artists using a variety of photographic processes. Admission to the opening and exhibition is free. The show continues until February 4, 2010.

Time: 500PM - 0900PM
Cost: FREE
Location: 545 7th St. SE, Washington, District of Columbia 20003

January 11

Write & Sell Your First Children's Book

If you can come up with a well-focused project, and pick up a few key marketing and submission tips, you can dramatically increase your chances of seeing your name on the dust-jacket of that all-important first book.

Time: 600PM - 0830PM
Cost: $35-$45
Location: 1726 20th St, NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20009

January 13

Ice Skating and Pizza Party with Expert Lessons

Ever wanted to be a Hockey Star? Remember the Ice Capades? Want to imitate Dorothy Hamill? Well, we cannot promise you all this, but we can offer you a fun time skating with your fellow Young Professionals.

Admission Includes:
- PRIVATE SKATING LESSONS
- SKATE RENTALS
- PIZZA PARTY
- INCREDIBLE DOWNTOWN SCENARY
- NEW FRIENDS!

Time:7:30pm-9:45pm
Cost: $35.00
Location:National Gallery of Art Ice Rink

January 16

Horses and Wine and Winter:

Horseback Riding, Western Lunch, and Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting. Get ready for a fun filled day of adventure as TTD takes you along for a unique experience that combines the thrill of a nature style horseback ride with the elegance of a first class vineyard tour and wine tasting.

Time:12:00pm-5:30pm
Location: Marriott Ranch
Cost:$95
Phone: 540-364-2627

January 20

International Guitar Night

Enjoy a night of world-class guitarists performing in their own styles and collaborating for a unique celebration of acoustic guitar styles.

Date/Hours: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 (Opens: 8:00 PM)
Admission Fee: $24.00
Phone: (703) 938-2404

January 23

Annual Winter Festival

Join in the fun activities at the Harris Pavilion’s Annual Winter Festival. Ice sculptures, free smores and lots more. Admission charge for ice skating, $7 for adults, $6-10 and under, $3 skate rental fee.

Phone: (703) 361-9800
Website: www.harrispavilion.com

January 28

18th Century Dance Classes

Join us for 18th-century English country dance lessons! Learn to dance like George Washington in the historic ballroom of Gadsby's Tavern Museum. Reservations recommended.

Date/Hours:Thursday, January 28, 2010 (7:30 PM-9:30 PM)
Admission Fee: $12/class
Phone: (703) 838-4242
Email:gadsbys.tavern@alexandriava.gov
Website:www.GadsbysTavern.org

January 30

27th Annual Choreographer's Showcase

Numerous up-and-coming dance artists make their homes in Maryland, Virginia and DC. The Clarice Smith Center and the Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission collaborate once again to spotlight diverse and fresh talents from the region’s dance community in this adjudicated mixed program.

Time: 300PM - 800PM
Cost: $25
Location: University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742