MCC February 2024 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

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McLean Community Center Calendar of Events for February 2024

McLean, Va.— The McLean Community Center (MCC) offers the following activities in February 2024. 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.

Presented by The Alden
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company
Featuring a free Year of the Dragon Festival for Families
Sunday, Feb. 4; Festival: noon-4 p.m.; Performance: 4 p.m. (tickets required)
$30/$25 seniors and students/$20 MCC district residents
The Year of the Dragon is considered one of the most auspicious and significant years in the Chinese zodiac, symbolizing strength, courage and good fortune. To mark this special occasion, The Alden has partnered with the renowned Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company to create a Lunar New Year Festival for families that culminates into a mainstage Dragon Festival performance. The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company is a renowned professional touring company, founded by the visionary choreographer Nai-Ni Chen, that blends contemporary American and traditional Chinese dance styles. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit aldentheatre.org.

Presented by The Alden
Foreign Language Film
“After Life” (Not rated)
Thursday, Feb. 1, 1 p.m.
Free admission
Japan; Directed by Hirokazu Koreeda. Shown in Japanese with English subtitles. In this acclaimed film, a group of people who have recently died find themselves in limbo. Counselors are on hand to help new arrivals pick one memory from their lives to bring with them into eternity. Once the memories are chosen, the staff makes a short film representing each one, and the films make up a collage of thoughtful cinematic moments.

Presented by The Alden
“Animaniacs” in Concert!
Voices and Songs of the Iconic Animated Series LIVE on Stage
Saturday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.
$45/$35 seniors and students/$25 MCC district residents
Join the leading voice cast of “Animaniacs” for a zany, animany and totally insaney evening! Randy Rogel, the show’s original Emmy-winning composer, and voice talents Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche perform the world-famous songs from the beloved cartoon TV series… backed by video projections from the equally world-famous animations! The live show celebrates the creative inspiration behind the songs with lots of audience interaction and never-before-told behind-the-scenes insider stories shared by the voice actors. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit aldentheatre.org.

Presented by The Alden
Foreign Language Film
“After Life” (Not rated)
Wednesday, Feb. 14, 6:30 p.m.
Free admission
Japan; Directed by Hirokazu Koreeda. Shown in Japanese with English subtitles. In this acclaimed film, a group of people who have recently died find themselves in limbo. Counselors are on hand to help new arrivals pick one memory from their lives to bring with them into eternity. Once the memories are chosen, the staff makes a short film representing each one, and the films make up a collage of thoughtful cinematic moments.

Presented by The Alden
Performing Arts Movie
Double Feature: “Sing Faster: The Stagehand’s Ring Cycle” and Stravinsky’s “Oedipus Rex” (Not rated)
Thursday, Feb. 15, 1 p.m.
Free admission
Wagner’s “Ring Cycle” is a daunting undertaking for an opera company and for the union stagehands at the San Francisco Opera. Directed by Jon Else. “Oedipus Rex” features Jessye Norman, Philip Langridge, Bryn Terfel and Min Tanaka; Conducted by Seiji Ozawa; Directed by Julie Taymor. (Not rated)

Youth Activities
Sweetheart Parent-Child Dance
Friday, Feb. 23, 7-9 p.m.
$20 per person
For all ages. Children are invited to come to MCC for a fancy “date” with their parent or guardian. Featured activities included a photo booth, a DJ playing favorite dance tunes, craft projects and light refreshments. Create lasting memories by joining us. Parents must attend with their child/children and register individually at mcleancenter.org.

Presented by The Alden
Buckets ‘N Boards
Friday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m.
$15/$12 seniors and students/$10 MCC district residents
Back by popular demand! BNB is a hilarious, high-energy and interactive percussion show that has captivated audiences worldwide! It offers something for everyone in the family—amazing tap dancing, clean comedy, body percussion, beatboxing and more! The show was born from Gareth Server and Matt Livingston’s shared passion for music and rhythm combined with their natural joyous charm and lighting quick wit. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit aldentheatre.org.

Perspectives Speaker Series. Presented by The Alden in Partnership with The Fairfax County Public Library
A Mighty Long Way: My Journey to Justice at Little Rock Central High School
Sunday, Feb. 25, 2 p.m.
Free admission; registration is required.
A key protagonist in one of the most gripping watershed moments of the Civil Rights Movement, Carlotta LaNier delivers powerful keynotes that reflect on history while inspiring hope for the future. In her lectures LaNier revisits the journey of the “Little Rock Nine” who led the nation on a turbulent path that challenged prevailing attitudes, broke down barriers, and forever changed the landscape of America. A book sale and signing will follow this event. Registrations open at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4 at: librarycalendar.fairfaxcounty.gov/event/11400644.

MCC Governing Board Meeting
Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, Feb. 28, 6:30 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.

For more information, call MCC at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, or visit mcleancenter.org. For Old Firehouse activities, call 703-448-8336. For The Alden Box Office, call 703-790-9223.

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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.