MCC December 2023 Calendar of Events

County of Fairfax, Virginia
The McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, Va. 22101
www.mcleancenter.org

Media Contact:
Sabrina Anwah, Director of Communications
703-790-0123, TTY: 711
sabrina.anwah@fairfaxcounty.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023
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McLean Community Center Calendar of Events for December 2023
McLean, Va.— The McLean Community Center (MCC) offers the following activities in December 2023. Please check the center’s website, mcleancenter.org, for up-to-date information. Residents of the center’s tax district, Small District 1A-Dranesville, are eligible for discounts on fees. The center is located at 1234 Ingleside Ave.

Special Events
McLean Holiday Art & Crafts Festival
Friday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 3, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $5 for all three days. Free admission for children 12 and younger.

Experience seasonal cheer at this delightful three-day indoor juried show featuring approximately 80 talented regional artisans. Celebrating more than 40 years, this feast of one-of-a-kind gifts for every budget includes pottery, glass, jewelry, holiday decor, mixed media, fashion accessories, wood, fine art, artisanal foods, soaps and more. Stroll to music as you shop and enjoy a beverage or lunch at the onsite café. New This Year! Muffins & Mimosas V.I.P. Preview, Friday, Dec. 1, 9-11 a.m. V.I.P. preview: $15, includes show admission (space is limited and registration is required). Show management provided by the Northern Virginia Handcrafters Guild, visit: https://www.nvhg.org or write mcleanshow@nvhg.org.

MCC Governing Board
December Board Meeting
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 7:15 p.m.
All Governing Board meetings are open to the public.

Tax district residents (Small District One A-Dranesville) who wish to speak during the “Citizen Comment” portion of the meeting are asked to call the Center at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, to be placed on the agenda.

Presented by The Alden
Foreign Language Film
Thursday, Dec. 7, 1 p.m.
Free admission

The Alden's foreign language movie series is curated by Performing Arts Director Sarah Schallern Treff, with more than a little help from you, our audience members! The series has a few surprises thrown in. The schedule is subject to change. Check aldentheatre.org for more details.

Donors Needed!
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Friday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

It is urgent for donors of all ethnicities to support patients in need! Join MCC and support the community with your lifesaving blood donation. All donors will receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card via email. For an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor word: HEARTOFGOLD or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Eligibility Questions: Call 1-866-236-3276. Questions? Contact Melanie Hurley at melanie.hurley@heartogold.org.

The Old Firehouse Center
5th and 6th Grader Ugly Sweater Party
Friday, Dec. 8, 7-9:30 p.m.
$35/$25 MCC district residents. Preregistration is recommended.

The Old Firehouse 5th & 6th Grader Parties are themed and decorated accordingly. Partygoers can enjoy free catered food and beverages, a DJ spinning the latest tunes, an open dance floor and a variety of other attractions and activities.

Presented by The Alden
“It’s a Jazzy Christmas”
Saturday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.
$30/$25 seniors/$20 MCC district residents

Hosted by NBC4 News Reporter Mark Segraves, “It’s a Jazzy Christmas” is nonstop entertainment with a house band and a parade of jazz artists: saxophonist Lil’ Maceo, “gospel violinist” Eric Taylor, trumpeter Isaac Byrd Jr. and others.

Presented by The Alden, Chamber Music Series
Beau Soir Ensemble
Sunday, Dec. 10, 2 p.m.
$10/$7 seniors/$5 MCC district residents

This McLean-based trio returns by popular demand. This special concert will feature a flute, viola and piano trio!

Presented by The Alden
Foreign Language Film
Wednesday, Dec. 13, 6:30 p.m.

The Alden's foreign language movie series is curated by Performing Arts Director Sarah Schallern Treff, with more than a little help from you, our audience members! The series has a few surprises thrown in. The schedule is subject to change. Check aldentheatre.org for more details.

The Old Firehouse Winter Break Trip
Ice Skating & A VR Experience
Monday, Dec. 18, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
$90/$80 MCC district residents

Come lace up your ice skates and glide around the rink with us. Following the rink, we’ll grab some lunch then head over and dive into the immersive world of Virtual Reality. A signed waiver is required to participate. Admission to all activities and lunch is included in the fee. Bring additional money for snacks and souvenirs as desired.

OFC Winter Break Trip
Tag & Paint
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
$100/$90 MCC district residents

Unleash your artistic side! Come experience a splatter paint room and combat simulation laser tag. Fee includes admission to all activities and lunch. Bring additional money for snacks as desired.

Presented by The Alden
Barter Players “Frosty”
Tuesday, Dec. 19, 4 p.m.
$15/$12 seniors/$10 MCC district residents

A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat, and when he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that snowman comes to life! Can Frosty help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join them on a thrilling quest through New York City as they discover that the real magic of the season is love. Running Time: Approximately 60 minutes.
“I am still blown away by the powerful heart-warming message embedded into this story. Truly amazing!”— Audience Member

Old Firehouse Center, Winter Break Trip
Dave & Buster’s
Wednesday, Dec. 20, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
$70/$60 MCC district residents

Eat, drink, and play games! Dave and Buster’s offers one of the best dining and entertainment experiences around. Buffet lunch and a $25 game card with unlimited arcade game play are included. Bring additional money for ticketed arcade games as desired.

The Old Firehouse Winter Break Trip
Hershey’s Chocolate World
Thursday, Dec. 21, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
$100/$90 MCC district residents

Enter a chocolate utopia at Hershey’s Chocolate World as we create our own Hershey Bar, become an official Hershey Tasteologist in the taste lab, try to solve the 4D Chocolate Mystery and hop on the trolley as we stroll down Hershey’s Candyland Lane to see more than five million holiday lights. Admission to all activities and lunch is included in the fee. Participants are required to bring at least $20 for dinner. Bring additional money for snacks and souvenirs as desired. Spots will be unwrapped soon, so make sure you grab yours today.

Presented by The Alden
Performing Arts Movie
Thursday, Dec. 21, 1 p.m.
Free admission. Program is subject to change.

Learn a little about the performing arts through these one-hour (or so) documentaries. Join Performing Arts Director Sarah Schallern Treff for a discussion after. Check aldentheatre.org for more details.

Closing Notice
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

The McLean Community Center and the Old Firehouse Center will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 22 and will be closed all day on Sunday, Dec. 24, for the Christmas Eve holiday. The McLean Community Center and the Old Firehouse Center will be closed on Monday, Dec. 25, for the Christmas Day holiday. The centers will reopen on Tuesday, Dec. 26 at regular business hours.

The Old Firehouse Center Winter Break Trip
“Aquaman” Day
Tuesday, Dec. 26, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
$70/$60 MCC district residents

Arthur Curry is back patrolling the land and seas. Join us as we watch Aquaman 2.” Prior to the movie, we’ll play some laser tag and get some lunch. A signed waiver is required to participate. Lunch, laser tag games and a movie ticket are included in the fee. Bring additional money for concessions as desired.

The Old Firehouse Center Winter Break Trip
Indoor Trampoline
Wednesday, Dec. 27, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
$60/$50 MCC district residents

We’ll be heading to one of the most unique trampoline parks in the area. With the opportunity for casual jumping, testing your bouncing dodgeball skills or your ninja abilities, this trip has something for everyone. A signed waiver is required to participate. Lunch and admission are included in the fee. Appropriate exercise clothing required. Bring additional money for snacks and souvenirs as desired.

The Old Firehouse Center Winter Break Trip
Ice @ Gaylord National Winter Event
Thursday, Dec. 28, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
$100/$90 MCC district residents

Join us for some holiday fun as we do some gingerbread decorating, ice skating, tubing, ice bumper cars and more. A signed waiver is required to participate. Admission to all activities and a BBQ lunch is included in the fee. Bring additional money for snacks and souvenirs as desired.

The Old Firehouse Winter Break Trip
Uptown Alley
Friday, Dec. 29, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
$60/$50 MCC district residents

Tie up those shoes and prepare to hit the lanes with the Old Firehouse. We’re heading to one of the most upscale bowling alleys in Northern Virginia, Uptown Alley. With televisions overhead, good food and friends, this is a trip you don’t want to strike out on. Games, arcade credits and lunch are included in the fee. Bring additional money for additional arcade credits.

For more information, call MCC at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, or visit www.mcleancenter.org. For Old Firehouse activities, call 703-448-8336. For The Alden Box Office, call 571-296-8385.

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The McLean Community Center, an agency of Fairfax County Government, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all programs, services and activities. We will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. To request special accommodations, call the Center 14 working days in advance of the event.

To request this information in an alternate format, call 711.