October 2024 Calendar of Events
County of Fairfax, Virginia
The McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, Va. 22101
www.mcleancenter.org
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Sabrina Anwah, Director of Marketing & Communications
703-790-0123, TTY: 711
571-230-5197 (cell)
sabrina.anwah@fairfaxcounty.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, Sept. 30, 2024
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McLean Community Center Calendar of Events for October 2024
McLean, Va.— The McLean Community Center (MCC) offers the following activities in October 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. All activities are held at the center, located at 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, Va. 22101, unless otherwise noted.
Special Events
McLean 5K
Saturday, Oct. 5, 8 a.m.
McLean Square Shopping Center, 6631 Old Dominion Dr.
$45 through midnight, Oct. 2
CENTURY 21 New Millennium, The Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce and other generous sponsors invite you to join the event hosts, McLean Community Center and McLean Community Foundation, for the McLean 5K Race. A certified course through McLean is designed to appeal to runners of all abilities. The proceeds from McLean 5K Race will benefit the McLean Community Foundation, a local charity that supports all things McLean, from fire trucks to playgrounds to social services. To register or for more information, visit mclean5k.com.
In Partnership with the Safe Community Coalition
Helping Kids Cope with Anxiety and OCD
Thursday, Oct. 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
Free admission
The McLean Community Center (MCC) is partnering with the Safe Community Coalition (SCC) to present a free discussion series for parents. Join us for these “Mindful Exchange” discussion groups. Topics covered include identify anxiety and OCD symptoms, effective treatment approaches and local resources. The discussion will be facilitated by Robyne Davis MA, LPC, BC-DMT and Heather Tedesco, Ph.D.
Special Events
McLean Pet Fest
Sunday, Oct. 13, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
New Location! McLean Community Center
Free Admission
Have fun on the McLean Community Center grounds and bring your furry friends (leashed please), enjoy the free music, Fido’s Bone Bar, a photo booth, pet tricks and demonstration shows. Find valuable pet-related resources including pet rescue, adoption, pet sitters, groomers, trainers and more. Great giveaways! Stay for lunch and enjoy the gourmet food truck offerings. Join the fun at the Pet Parade at 3 p.m. Costumes are welcome! Free parking at the Dolley Madison Library and the Mclean Community Center.
Youth Events
Touch-A-Truck
Monday, Oct 14, 9 a.m.-Noon
Free admission
Join us during the Fairfax County Public Schools’ holiday for this FREE event that gives kids and families the chance to see, touch and explore some of their favorite vehicles. Families and children can now come out to see and touch the trucks without all the noise during our quiet hour from 9-10 a.m.
Presented by The Alden
World Premiere Performance!
“The Remember Balloons”
Friday Oct. 18, 7 p.m.
$20/$17 students and seniors/$15 MCC district residents
Based on the book of the same title by Jessie Oliveros. Illustrator: Dana Wulfekotte. Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers. Choreographer: Dominic Moore-Dunson. Music: Theron Brown. Illustration: Dana Wulfekotte.
James’ Grandpa treasures his balloons, each representing cherished memories—his wedding with Grandma, a fishing trip with James. When the balloons begin to drift away, James is devastated until he discovers he can share those balloons one by one. Through an energetic blend of American contemporary and social dance, “The Remember Balloons” is a heartwarming intergenerational tale that embraces the beauty of sharing family memories while delicately addressing memory loss.
MCC Governing Board Meeting
October 2024 Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m.
All Governing Board meetings are open to the public.
The Board will vote on the FY2026 Budget proposal. Tax district residents (Small District One A-Dranesville) who wish to speak during the “Public Comment” portion of the monthly board meeting are welcome to do so while attending the meeting, or may call the center in advance at 703-790-0123, TTY: 711, to be placed on the speakers’ list.
Old Firehouse Family Events
Festival of Frights & Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct. 26, 5-8 p.m.
Free for all participants
Calling all families of ghouls and goblins! Come join the Old Firehouse in your best Halloween costumes for a night of live music, games, food, contests and tons of candy! Families who wish to volunteer themselves and their vehicles for Trunk or Treat, please submit an email request to oldfirehouse@mcleancenter.org. Include your name and your trunk theme and submit your request by Sunday, Sept. 29. Volunteer hours are 4-8:30 p.m. Each vehicle will receive candy to distribute to the trunk or treaters. Volunteer spots are limited.
Presented by The Alden
“SUGAR SKULL! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure”
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m.
$15/$12 students and seniors/$10 MCC district residents
This bilingual/bicultural musical uses traditional music and dance from Mexico to tell the story of 12-year-old Vita Flores, who thinks her family has gone loco planning a celebration for deceased loved ones. Why throw a party for the dead? But when a spirited candy skeleton suddenly springs to life, Vita finds herself on a magical, musical journey that unravels the true meaning of Día de Muertos.
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 accommodation 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.
