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Thu, 04/14/2011 – 08:23 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm

Looking for ways to lend a helping hand? This week’s events focus on upcoming charitable happenings!

Put on your running shoes in support of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The 15th Annual Victims’ Rights 5K Run/Walk takes place Friday at noon. Participants meet in front of the Center for the Arts building on Mason’s Fairfax campus. Early registration is online; same day registration available at the event site at 10:30 a.m. For more info visit vrrw.gmu.edu.

Celebrate Earth Day a few weeks early with the City of Fairfax! Head over to the Fairfax County Government Center Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A schedule of events can be found here.

Volunteer Fairfax is partnering with Youth Service of America to host the 1st Annual Global Youth Service Day. The event takes place Saturday at various locations throughout Fairfax County. For locations and a detailed schedule, visit Volunteer Fairfax’s website.

The 5th Annual Walk for Lupus Now event is set for Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Walk route starts near Freedom Plaza in D.C. The event’s website has more details.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-april-15)

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Thu, 04/07/2011 – 08:15 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm

Spring is in the air! Want to get out but aren’t sure what is going on this weekend? Look no further. This week brings a bridal show, Japanese street festival, kites, and much more!

Heading for the altar and need a dress to wear? Don’t fear; the Washington Bridal Show is almost here. Check out the latest wedding dresses designers have to offer! Head out to the Dulles Expo Center this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrance fee is $8/online; $10/door. For more details, visit their website.

The 51st annual Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $5/person (age 13 and older); visitors under 13 are free. Revenue from ticket sales will go toward recovery efforts in Japan. More information can be found on the Sakura Matsuri website.

Let’s go fly a kite…at the Cherry Blossom Kite Festival! Come out to the Washington Monument and show off your kite flying skills Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A full event lineup can be found here.

Calling all basketball fans! See the Washington Wizards take on the Atlanta Hawks at the Verizon Center this Saturday at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-april-8)

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Fri, 03/25/2011 – 20:53 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm

Back from spring break and need something fun to do this weekend? We’ve got the events right here! This week brings Cherry Blossoms, the circus, and a cake show!

It’s that time of year again! The cherry blossoms are blooming along the Potomac River and the kick off for the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in downtown D.C. Saturday. A complete event lineup can be found at the festival’s official website.

The circus arrives this Thursday at the Verizon Center, in celebration of the 200th birthday of P.T. Barnum. The show will feature 130 performers from six continents, elephants, cowboys, pirates, and mermaids. One hour before show time, meet the performers, get autographs, and see an amazing elephant that paints! Tickets can be purchased online.

Craving something sweet? The National Capital Area Cake Show comes to the Ernst Center on the NVCC Annandale Campus. The event takes place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a list of vendors and events, visit their website.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-march-25)

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Sun, 03/20/2011 – 21:13 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm

The first Off-Campus Appreciation Week kicks off Monday, just in time for students returning from spring break.

Sponsored by the Off-Campus Student Programs and Services Office, the event is geared toward students who live off-campus, but on-campus residents are also invited to check out the activities.

“This is a new initiative to get off-campus students more involved on campus,” said Mhevish Khan, graduate advisor for the office.

Khan said she has two Mason undergraduate students working with her on the event, Gleason Rowe & Dana Fayyad.

The office previously hosted a study lounge for off-campus students in December, and it was such a huge success that another one is being planned for the spring she said. Khan and her team are also brainstorming more fun activities for off-campus students.

“We have a movie night in the works. We plan to reserve one of the lots on campus and setup an old-fashioned drive-in, complete with concessions stand,” said Khan.

A detailed line-up of events taking place during the appreciation week can be found on the Off-Campus Student Programs and Services website.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/appreciation-week-latest-event-campus-students)

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Thu, 03/10/2011 – 09:26 | C2M’s Off-Campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm

Need plans for the weekend? Look no further! This week brings St. Patty’s Day activities, sports events, karaoke, and ice skating.

St. Patrick’s Day is upon us! Grab your friends and head out to the 12th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade this Saturday in Old Town Manassas. Parade is scheduled for 11 a.m. and lasts until 12:15 p.m. For parade route info, visit the event website.

Meet up with friends or family at The Auld Shebeen Irish Pub and Restaurant on St. Patrick’s Day. Lunch available at 11 a.m. or 1 p.m., dinner at 4 p.m. or 7 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling (703) 293-9600.

Hockey fans, prepare for an intense match! The Washington Capitals take on the Chicago Blackhawks at the Verizon Center this Sunday at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale here.

The Major League Soccer regular season is almost here! DC United faces off against the Columbia Crew at RFK Stadium March 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale here.

Warm up your vocal cords and show off your singing skills! Fast Eddie’s in Fairfax is hosting Karaoke on the Boulevard this Saturday at 9:30 p.m. Check out their website here.

Don’t miss your chance to ice skate at the Reston Town Center! The ice pavilion closes for the season after this weekend. Skates are available for rental on site. For more details, visit the Reston Town Center website here.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-march-11)

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Thu, 03/03/2011 – 10:47 | C2M’s Off-campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm

Want to start out March with a bang? This week brings chocolate, basketball, jazz, and an Italian festival!

Have a sweet tooth for all things chocolate? We’ve got the cure for you! The Chocolate Lovers Festival returns to downtown Fairfax this weekend. A full schedule of events can be seen on the festival website.

Calling all basketball fans! The Harlem Globetrotters 2011 World Tour comes to the Patriot Center Friday. If you are unable to attend on Friday, the Globetrotters will also make an appearance at the Verizon Center Saturday at 1 p.m. Tickets are on sale here.

Craving a taste of Louisiana cuisine and some good ol’ jazz? Mardi Gras week starts this Wednesday, and lasts until Tuesday (Fat Tuesday). Head into D.C. and stop in at the Bayou on Pennsylvania Ave. which is home to New Orleans inspired cooking and world class blues music. The Bayou welcomes Laissez Foure, “an acoustic swing jazz quartet that plays traditional New Orleans style jazz from the 30s and 40s”. The quartet will perform on Sunday, March 6 at 7 p.m. For more details, check here.

Il Fornaio Restaurant and Bakery in Reston Town Center is hosting “Carnivale”, a three-day celebration this Sunday thru Tuesday. Costumes, face painting, masks, music, and a special menu from the region of Trentino, Italy (home of Venice) will be available. Hours are from 3 to 10 p.m. daily. Check out the restaurant’s website for more information.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-march-3)

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Thu, 02/24/2011 – 09:46 | C2M’s Off-campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm

Looking for excitement this weekend or just an excuse to go somewhere new? This week brings sports, music, fashion and much more!

Calling all hockey fans! The Washington Capitals face the New York Rangers this Friday at 7 p.m. over at the Verizon Center. Tickets are still on sale.

Rather go to a basketball game? The Washington Wizards take on the Dallas Mavericks Saturday at 8 p.m., also at the Verizon Center. Tickets are on sale here.

Head on down to Occoquan and stop in at the Down Under Tavern Friday at 9:30 p.m. Chuggalug, a three-person band playing in the Maryland/D.C./Northern Virginia area, covers classic rock songs and current pop/dance hits. Want to check out the band before the show to see if they are your cup of tea? Band member profiles, videos, and song clips can be found on their website.

Fashionistas unite! Washington D.C. hosts Fashion Week thru Sunday. “The Power of Style: Fall/Winter Collections 2011” will be showcased at various locations in the D.C. area. For more information, click here.

Local and regional civil war authors will sign and sell books Saturday at the Civil War Interpretive Center at Historic Blenheim in Fairfax City. From noon to 4 p.m., meet writers at the Civil War Author Book Mart. A portion of all book sales will go to restoration of this Civil War site. For more details, click here. Questions? Call (703) 591-0560.

Art buffs, check out the “Best of Collector’s Showcase Exhibition”. Located at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, the top thirteen artists chosen at the 2011 Collector’s Showcase will have their works on display from Feb. 23 thru April 3. The showcase is available weekly; Wednesday thru Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. For more details, visit their website. Questions? Call (703) 584-2900.

(Original article can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-feb-24)

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Thu, 02/17/2011 – 12:52pm | C2M’s Off-Campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm

Need help coming up with fun ideas for the weekend? Look no further! This week, we have jewels, motorcycles, classical theater, and even a bit of history.

Grab some friends and take a drive to the Dulles Expo Center for the International Gem and Jewelry Show Friday thru Sunday. The Int’l Gem & Jewelry Show offers the greatest selection and lowest prices on diamonds, gold, silver, beads and more. Choose either costume or fine jewelry from more than 370 exhibitors from around the world. Admission for patrons ages 9 and older is $6/day OR $8/for the entire weekend. Tickets can be purchased at the door (cash only) or online at http://www.ticketderby.com/event/the-international-gem-jewelry-show-chan…. For more details, visit their website.

Are you a biker or a biker’s old lady? While out at the Dulles Expo Center, stop by the Northeast Motorcycle Expo. For two days only, this Saturday and Sunday, you can browse motorcycles to your heart’s delight. Tickets are $15/adults and $7/children. An entertainment lineup and list of vendors can be found here.

Ladies, here’s an excuse to get dressed up! Madama Butterfly is coming to the Kennedy Center Opera House from Feb 26th thru March 19th. Composed by Giacomo Puccini, Madama Butterfly tells the story of a Japanese woman who “gives up everything for love” and in the end is left with dishonor and shame. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased here.

Want a taste of history? Come out and celebrate our nation’s first president, George Washington. Alexandria is hosting a city-wide, three-day birthday celebration ranging from a dinner banquet and ball, a 10k race, and concluding with a parade on Presidents Day. For more information, click here. Questions? Call (703) 991-4474.

Lady Gaga, the artist who never fails to shock and amaze her fans, is bringing her “Monster Ball Tour” to the Verizon Center on Feb. 24th @ 8 p.m. Tickets are still on sale.

Fast Eddie’s in Centreville is hosting Shrine, a Christian Rock band, this Saturday starting at 9:30 p.m. There is a $10 cover charge and patrons must be 21 and older to get into this event. For more details, check out the band’s website.

(Original post can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-feb-17)

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Thu, 02/10/2011 – 09:53 | C2M’s Off-Campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm

No plans for the weekend? Don’t panic; we’ve got the best activities and entertainment in Northern Virginia right here!

Show off your skills at the Friday Night Rock ‘n’ Skate at the Reston Town Center Ice Pavilion. No skates? No problem! Rental shop on site for your convenience. Ice Pavilion is open daily until mid-March. For more details, visit http://restontowncenter.com/iframe/pop-ups/ice_skating.htm.

Obsessed with poker? Have some cash to spend or a desire to strike it rich? Fast Eddie’s in Centreville is hosting Free Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Games Friday night at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Fancy a guest spot on Glee or just want to belt out a few hits? Grab some friends and hit up Fast Eddie’s in Fairfax this Saturday night at 9:30 p.m. for Karaoke on the Boulevard.

The Auld Shebeen welcomes a band local to the Northern Virginia area, RAF (Rise and Fall), to the pub’s downstairs cellar this Friday. Prior to RAF’s gig, take a look at the band’s website to get a taste of their music.

Want to get out of the burbs and into the city? The Habana Village in D.C. provides patrons with Cuban cuisine and Latin music. Have you always wanted to learn how to do the salsa, tango, meringue or samba? Look no further! For $10 a person, Habana offers dance lessons to those willing to learn.

Trey Songz is performing at Constitution Hall in D.C. Saturday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online through Ticketmaster. Questions? Call 202-628-4780.

Valentine’s Day is approaching fast! Looking for something old-fashioned and fun to do with your special someone? Reston Town Center is offering Horse Drawn Carriage Rides this Saturday from 6-10 p.m. for $5 per person. Event proceeds go to a local non-profit organization.

(Original post can be viewed online at http://www.connect2mason.com/content/campus-and-community-events-feb-10)

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