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May 11 - 13 - Freestyle Spring Festival, Shenandoah Valley - Spring Festival workshop for beginners, as well as advanced freestylers. Demonstrations and registration needed. (602) 547-9682 (40)

July 7 - 8 - World War II History Weekend, Chantilly - Meet over 60 reenactors, both Axis and Allied, and hear live music. 10:00 - 4:00. $6/adult, $4/senior and child. (703) 437-1794 Sully Historic Site (111)

August 4 - Fairy Stone Arts and Crafts Fair, Stuart - The fair features a wide variety of crafters and artisans. (276) 930-2424 Fairy Stone State Park (1280)

August 6 - 11 - Virginia Peach Festival, Stuart - We will celebrate throughout the county. Activities include: music concerts, a peach pageant, a street fair, orchard tours, crafters, food vendors, and much more! (276) 694-6012 (1281)

August 10 - 11 - Norfolk Jazz Festival, Norfolk - Enjoy the dramatic setting of the downtown Norfolk skyline and Elizabeth River, while enjoying the best of legendary jazz, as renowned artists visit for this popular musical tradition. (757) 441-1234 Town Point Park (1282)

August 18 - Manassas Museum Commemorates the 2nd Manassas, Manassas - Princess Anne Grey's (Lee's Sharpshooters) Living History Association will present free firing demonstrations at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM on The Museum Lawn. Author Fred L. Ray will speak about his book, Shock Troops of the Confederacy, at 2:00 P.M. along with Danger Between the Lines, a new movie premiering at The Museum. The author's presentation, book signing and movie premier are free with museum admission. (703) 368-1873 Manassas Museum (1283)

August 18 - 19 - Civil War Weekend, Chantilly - Visit Federal & Confederate troops to learn about daily life in the Civil War. $6/adult, $4/child. 703-437-1794 Sully Historic Site (1495)

August 24 - September 1 - Shenandoah County Fair, Woodstock - Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, the Shenandoah County Fair has been a community tradition for more than 85 years. (540) 459-3867 (334)

August 25 - 26 - Lucketts Fair, Leesburg - Enjoy a weekend in the country jam-packed with crafts, music, antiques, food, and fun for the whole family! (703) 771-5281 Lucketts Community Center (97)

September 1 - Pancake Breakfast and Potato Harvest, Bluemont - You will love starting the day with pancakes hot off the griddle, topped with our fruit butters or syrup from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Juices and coffee included this year. Then walk on over or jump on a hayride and hunt for potato treasure in our u-pick potato patch. You will be amazed by the flavor and texture of fresh potatoes! (540) 554-2073 Great Country Farms (1287)

September 7 - Chesapeake Bay Seafood Festival, Lancaster - Enjoy an abundance, and great variety of different seafood from around the Chesapeake Bay. Great bands and live entertainment. (804) 462-5030 Belle Isle State Park Bel Air Mansion Grounds (1288)

September 15 - 16 - AgFest, Windsor - Join us for the rich agriculture and farming traditions that are associated with Isle of Wight County, including livestock, farm animals and crops, agriculture magic show, master gardners' display, and farm excellence competition. (757) 357-5182 Heritage Park (1289)

September 15 - Autumn Arts and Crafts Festival, Sterling - Over 100 vendors of varied hand-made crafts will display their products under tall trees within view of a natural wildflower meadow and our two ponds. In addition to shopping, the crowd will enjoy historic house tours, entertainers, a children's hands-on craft area, demonstrations by local crafters, and enjoy our shaded picnic area and pavilions. (571) 258-3700 Claude Moore Park (1290)

September 15 - Never Forget, Bedford - Join the Memorial as it welcomes hundreds of Rolling Thunder members on motorcycles to pay tribute to veterans and military personnel who are Prisoners of War or Missing in Action. (540) 586-3329 National D-Day Memorial (1291)

September 22 - 23 - Anniversary of the Freestone Battery, Woodbridge - Join the anniversary of the building of the Confederacy's northernmost artillery battery, which helped blockade the Potomac River in 1861. Take part in a re-enactment of historical happenings; witness a weapons firing demonstration. (703) 583-6904 Leesylvania State Park (1284)

September 27 - October 7 - State Fair of Virginia, Richmond - Come and enjoy the fair. (800) 588-3247 Richmond Raceway Complex (335)

October 5 - 7 - Civil War Encampment and Reenactment, Ararat - The Blue Ridge Mountains will ring again with the clash of sabers, the thunder of the big guns, and the battle cries of the bloodiest war ever fought! (276) 251-1833 Laurel Hill (1286)

October 13 - Apple Day, Millboro - Enjoy crisp mountain air, changing leaves, and celebrate the fruits of fall. Spend a fun-filled day in the park with apple butter making, frontier games, frontier rides, campfire cooking, hay rides, traditional Appalachian artisan and craft demonstrations, bluegrass music, clogging, and great food, including a pig roast. (540) 862-8117 Douthat State Park (1292)

October 20 - Book 'Em Literacy Event, Waynesboro - Dozens of authors will be here in support of promoting literacy to help reduce crime. This event is free! (540) 942-6683 (125)

October 20 - 21 - Battle of Cedar Creek Re-enactment and Living History Weekend, Middletown - Relive the battle and life of ordinary citizens, as you visit the field and encampments surrounding it. Interpreters in period dress will inhabit the camps and Manor House to provide visitors with a view of history. (888) 628-1864 Belle Grove Plantation and Cedar Creek Battle Field (1285)

2008 Events

April 5 - Spring Sky Watch, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2506)

April 18 - May 6 - Spotlight on the Arts, Fairfax - Held each April, Spotlight on the Arts features three weeks of music, dance, theater, art and choral concerts. Sponsored by the city in cooperation with George Mason University, Northern Virginia Community College and City of Fairfax Schools, Spotlight on the Arts events take place at venues throughout the city, university and college locations. (703)352-2787 (2032)

April 26 - Arbor Day Celebration, Dublin - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Celebrate trees by making tree crafts and playing tree games. You'll also make items to take home. Learn about products made from trees and how to conserve them to enhance wildlife habitat. (804) 462-0162 Belle Isle State Park (2027)

April 28 - Flavors of Northern Virginia, Fairfax - Chef event benefiting American Liver Foundation. (703)535-8880 Waterford at Fair Oaks (1786)

May 10 - September 6 - Bluegrass Under the Stars, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2507)

May 17 - Armed Forces Day Concert, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540)862-8125 Claytor Lake State Park (2497)

May 23 - 26 - Memorial Day Weekend Activities, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2508)

May 31 - June 1 - 1930s Heritage Days - National Park Service, Triangle - Musicians, craftsmen, antique car owners, and exhibitors take a look back at the Great Depression. (703)221-7181 (2333)

June 6 - 8 - Celebrate Fairfax, Fairfax - Northern Virginia's largest music, entertainment, and tech festival has something for everyone! (800) 880-6629 (333)

June 7 - Celebration of Summer Festival, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540)862-8125 Claytor Lake State Park (2498)

June 14 - Claytor Lake State Park's 60th Birthday Party, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540) 643-2500 (2499)

July 4 - 7 - Fourth of July Weekend Activities, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2509)

July 4 - Independence Day Celebration Parade and Evening Show, Fairfax - City of Fairfax's Independence Day Celebration Parade and Evening Show offers Northern Virginia citizens the largest "hometown" parade and celebration in the entire metropolitan region. Cosponsored by the City of Fairfax and the Independence Day Celebration Committee (IDCC) , the day's events begin at 10:00 A.M. with a colorful parade through the historic streets of Old Town Fairfax. (703)385-7949 (2033)

July 5 - 6 - Fourth of July Weekend Activities, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540)643-2500 Claytor Lake State Park (2500)

July 19 - James River Raft Race and Summer Festival, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2510)

July 21 - 26 - Alive by the James, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2511)

August 16 - Back to School Beach Bash, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540)643-2500 Claytor Lake State Park (2501)

August 23 - 24 - Lucketts Fair, Leesburg - Weekend in the country jam-packed with old-fashioned fun for the whole family! 10 Am to 5:00 PM both days. 703-771-5281 (1501)

August 29 - September 1 - Labor Day Weekend Activities, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2513)

September 13 - Clean Virginia Waterways Event, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540)643-2500 Claytor Lake State Park (2502)

September 13 - Wildlife Mapping Workshop, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2512)

October 11 - Apple Day, - Enjoy crisp mountain air and changing leaves and celebrate the fruits of fall. Spend a fun-filled day in the park with apple butter making, frontier games,frontier hides, campfire cooking, hay rides, traditional Appalachian artisan and craft demonstrations, bluegrass music, clogging and great food, including a pig roast. 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (540) 862-8100 Beach Complex (1971)

October 11 - Fall Festival, Fairfax - This popular event begins at 10 a.m. and includes arts and crafts, ethnic foods, children's corner, rides and musical entertainment. There are over 500 arts, crafts and food vendors participating in the festival. Also, entertainment and children's activities are provided. (703)385-7858 historic downtown Fairfax (2034)

October 11 - Mountain Day, Buena Vista - An annual street festival, celebrating culture, tradition, history & natural beauty of our area. (2149)

October 18 - Digging into History, Dublin - (540) 643-2500 Claytor Lake State Park (2503)

October 18 - Fall Harvest Festival and Haunted Wagon Ride, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2514)

October 25 - Autumn Sky Watch, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2515)

November 15 - Take a Hike Day, Dublin - (540)643-2500 Claytor Lake State Park (2504)

December 6 - Trim-A-Tree for Wildlife, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2516)

December 6 - Natural Holiday Craft Workshop, Gladstone - (434)933-4355 James River State Park (2517)

December 6 - 7 - Festival of Lights & Carols, Fairfax - In early December, the Parks & Recreation Department holds its annual Festival of Lights & Carols. The event has been expanded this year. Activities include visits and photos with Santa at his winter wonderland, caroling, roasting of s'more by the yule log, hot mulled cider, illumination of the downtown Historic District and lighting of the City tree. All activities will be held in the Kitty Pozer Garden located behind Old Town Hall in Old Town Fairfax. (703)385-7858 Kitty Pozer Garden (2035)

December 13 - Christmas at Claytor Lake, Dublin - Located on the 4,500-acre, 21-mile long Claytor Lake in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, Claytor Lake State Park offers a wide variety of activities for water and land enthusiasts. (540)643-2500 Claytor Lake State Park (2505)