FAMILY EVENTS: March 1 - 14, 2010

Saturday, March 13
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Family Day:  Women in Aviation & Space
Throughout the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Air and Space Museum
Women in Aviation & Space highlights the many achievements of women in science, technology, and aerospace. Visitors will learn about the accomplishments of Amelia Earhart , the Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASPs), astronaut Sally Ride, and women who are currently contributing to aviation, science, technology, and space exploration. Also, participate in book signings, story time, and fun and educational hands-on activities throughout the Museum.

Speakers for the day include:  Nicole Malachowski, the first female U.S. special exhibition team, "Thunderbird," Pilot, and Maj. Merryl Tengesdal and Capt. Heather Fox, two of only six female pilots of the U-2 Dragon Lady in the world.

Admission: Free, Parking $15
http://www.nasm.si.edu/events/eventDetail.cfm?eventID=1824

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Thursday, March 18 to Sunday, March 21, 2010
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
Verizon Center, Washington D.C.
http://www.ringling.com/TourSchedule.aspx?action=details&engagementId=99501

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Now Through April 26
Tavern Toddlers
At Gadsby's Tavern
A special program for toddlers (walkers through 36 months) and their caregivers! Tavern Toddlers features a weekly open playtime in Gadsby’s historic ballroom most Mondays in the fall and spring, excluding Federal holidays, any time between 10:30 a.m. and noon. Themes change monthly. $7 for a group of three, which must include one adult, or purchase a 5-week pass for $30.
http://oha.alexandriava.gov/gadsby/

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Sunday, March 7
Noon-2pm
Maple Syrup Boil-Down
Colvin Run Mill
Learn about sugaring at Colvin Run Mill from noon to 2 p.m. and watch as gallons of sap are reduced to ounces of delicious syrup over an open fire. Sample maple syrup on fresh cornbread. The cost is $2 per person. To make a reservation, call 703-759-2771.

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Sunday, March 7
2pm-4pm
Game Day
Frying Pan Farm Park
Spend an afternoon playing old-fashioned board games at Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy Dominoes, Backgammon, Monopoly, and Parcheesi. This family afternoon of fun is free of cost. For information, call 703-437-9101.