Closing Notice: The McLean Community Center and the Old Firehouse Center will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, for the Thanksgiving Day holiday.

Classes

Discover your next passion. Expand your skills. Enhance your talents. McLean Community Center offers classes in culinary arts, dance, sports, music, science and theater for visitors of all ages.

October 2024

Improv for Kids

Improv comedy is a great way for kids and teens to express themselves and gain confidence. Focusing on creativity and teamwork, The Alden’s improv comedy classes for youth teach improv fundamentals such as “yes and” in a supportive environment. Class participants will perform a showcase performance on the last day of class. This class is […]
Monday, Oct 21 - Monday, Dec 16
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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December 2024

Dining in Paris

Imagine dining on this gourmet feast overlooking the Eiffel Tower after a day of  holiday shopping in Paris: Savory Roquefort and Caramelized Onion Tarts with Mixed Greens and Champagne Shallot Vinaigrette; Charred Lemon Chicken with Lemon Beurre Blanc; French Lentils with Garlic and Thyme; Pommes de Terre Sarladaises (potatoes browned in duck fat, then steamed […]
Monday, Dec 9
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Youth Paris Bistro

Pistou (basil and garlic-based soup with Parmesan cheese); Ficelles (skinny French baguettes); Bifteck Haché (French “butter burgers”) with Roasted Garlic and Thyme; Pommes Purée (smooth, rich and creamy mashed potatoes); Sablee Breton (French butter cookies). Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 8-14 years Activity No. 1338.224 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents M, 12/9 […]
Monday, Dec 9
4:15 PM - 6:15 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Last Minute Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen

Want to be able to give meaningful homemade holiday gifts that are sure to  impress? Learn about an amazing variety of great recipes for fun, easy and delicious homemade gifts from your kitchen. Participants will learn how to make a variety of gifts and will be able to sample many of them. Topics and recipes […]
Tuesday, Dec 10
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Youth French Baking

Add to your baking repertoire with delicious classic French recipes: Petits Pains (little breads); Chocolate Mousse Profiteroles (made with Pate Au Choux); Gateau aux pommes (French apple cake). Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 8-14 years Activity No. 1341.224 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents Tu, 12/10          4:15-6:15 p.m. REGISTER
Tuesday, Dec 10
4:15 PM - 6:15 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Entertaining Chocolate Desserts

These rich, chocolatey desserts will be sure to impress: Chocolate Truffle Cake with Caramel Sauce; Devil’s Food Cake with White Chocolate Mousse and Orange Crumbles; Dark Chocolate Cookies with Raspberry Glaze; Double Chocolate Pudding with Mint Crème Chantilly. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. 1342.224 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents W, […]
Wednesday, Dec 11
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Youth Chocolate Desserts

Impress your friends with these rich, chocolatey treats: Devil’s Food Cake with White Chocolate Mousse and Orange Crumbles; Dark Chocolate Cookies with Raspberry Glaze. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 8-14 years Activity No. 1344.224 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents W, 12/11          4:15-6:15 p.m. REGISTER
Wednesday, Dec 11
4:15 PM - 6:15 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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International Dumplings

Japanese Gyoza with Rice Noodles and Cabbage; Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce; Curried Potato and Vegetable Samosas with Ginger Mint Chutney; Savory Turkey, Potato and Roasted Garlic Empanadas; Mini Apple Cranberry Dumplings with Salted Caramel Sauce. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. Activity No. 1345.224 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents F, 12/13      […]
Friday, Dec 13
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Youth International Dumplings

Japanese Gyoza with Rice Noodles and Cabbage; Sweet Soy Dipping Sauce; Savory Turkey, Potato and Roasted Garlic Empanadas; Mini-Apple Cranberry Dumplings with Salted Caramel Sauce. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson. 8-14 years Activity No. 1347.224 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents F, 12/13          4:15-6:15 p.m. REGISTER
Friday, Dec 13
4:15 PM - 6:15 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Scone Workshop

Spend a Sunday afternoon baking delicious homemade scones! Participants will learn how to make delicious scones to enjoy in class and take home to share with family and friends. We’ll start with the basics and then explore a variety of tasty sweet and savory scone options to make and bake. On the menu: Basic Buttermilk […]
Sunday, Dec 15
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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January 2025

Music Together® – Winter Session

Music Together®, an internationally recognized music company and movement program, engages early childhood music development for infant, toddler and preschool-aged children and their parents and other primary caregivers through mixed-aged classes. The Music Together approach develops every child’s birthright to basic music competence by encouraging the actual experience of music through playful activities, rather than […]
Monday, Jan 6 - Friday, Mar 7
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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Body Sculpt

For all fitness levels. Shape and tone upper, middle and lower body, building and maintaining muscle strength, bone density, endurance and ease of movement. Works all major and minor muscle groups. You will need aerobic shoes, hand weights, resistance bands and a mat. Instructor: Body Moves Fitness, LLC. Activity No. 1851.325 15 lessons @ 55 […]
Monday, Jan 6 - Tuesday, May 13
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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