FAMILY EVENTS: APRIL 1 - APRIL 15, 2010

Mount Vernon Summer Season
Starting April 1
http://www.mountvernon.org/calendar/

Historic Mount Vernon begins its summer schedule on April 1 by welcoming visitors an hour earlier, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., making it one of the few early-opening attractions in the Washington, D.C. area. For visitors looking to save a few “Washingtons” this year, Mount Vernon is offering special money-saving admission packages beginning April 1 through October 31.

In addition to extended hours, April 1 marks the seasonal opening of the George Washington: Pioneer Farmer site and George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill.

Potomac River sightseeing cruises, special walking tours on slave life and gardens, and a daily tribute at the tomb of George and Martha Washington also begin on the first of April. All activities at Mount Vernon are included in admission with the exception of the Distillery & Gristmill and sightseeing cruises, which require an additional fee.

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Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 3
11am
Mason District Park - Annandale, VA
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/omp.htm#23

Children from one to nine years of age are invited to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt at Mason District Park at 11 a.m. Children are divided by age group to hunt for eggs full of treats, win special prizes and enjoy a free children’s ride. Register early or walk-in on the day of the event starting at 10 a.m. The hunt will go on rain or shine. The fee is $7 per child. To make a reservation, call 703-941-1730.

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Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 3
11am
Nottoway Park - Vienna, VA
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/omp.htm#25

Don’t miss the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Nottoway Park at 11 a.m. Children from one to nine years are divided by age groups to hunt for eggs full of treats. Meet the Easter Bunny and win special prizes. Register early or on the day of the event starting at 10 a.m. The egg hunt will take place rain or shine. The fee is $7 per child. To make a reservation, call 703-324-8566.

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Campfire: Nature’s April Foolers
Saturday, April 3
7:30pm-8:30pm
Hidden Oaks Nature Center - Annandale, VA
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hiddenoaks/
Come to Hidden Oaks Nature Center from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. to discover the trick to seeing better when it is dark. Participants must be at least four. The cost is $5 per person. To make a reservation, call 703-941-1065.

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Blacksmithing Demonstration
Sunday, April 4
11am-3pm
Colvin Run Mill - Great Falls, VA
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/crm/

The blacksmith strikes while his iron is hot to forge tools and utensils at the Colvin Run Mill Blacksmith Shop from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The demonstration is free. For more information, call 703-759-2771.

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Smuckers On Ice
Thursday, April 8
7pm
Verizon Center, Washington D.C.
http://www.starsonice.com/figure-skating/
Click here for ticket information.

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Harlem Globetrotters
Saturday, April 10
1pm
Verizon Center, Washington, DC
Click here for ticket information.

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Watershed Clean-Up: Lake Accotink Park
Saturday, April 10
9am - Noon
Lake Accotink Park - Springfield, VA
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink/events.htm

Join forces with Lake Accotink Park staff and volunteers to protect the Potomac River Watershed by collecting discarded cans, bottles, plastic bags, fishing line from 9 a.m. until noon. Meet at the marina. Dress to get dirty. Arrive by 10 a.m. for a free lunch. This event will be held rain or shine. For information, call 703-569-0285.