Get Out Weekend Planner: Virginia Ballet, Concert of Dance

The forecast for the weekend is calling for rain, but you can hide indoors at one of these events and still enjoy some time out of the house. Check out our weekened planner suggestions below.

1. PRECEDENCE: DIVERSE CONCERT OF DANCE

Where/When: , Ernst Community Cultural Center/Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011 at 4:30 p.m.

Why Go:  The program features the classical variations from Petipa’s La Bayadere, movements to the soulful sounds of contemporary music and the expressive passion of Spanish flamenco. 

Price:  Tickets $15.00  ·  All Seats Reserved

Website: Virginia Ballet Company and School

2. TOM PAXTON

Where/When: from/Friday, Aug. 5, 2011 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Why Go: "Tom Paxton's place in folk music is secured not just by hit records and awards, but by the admiration of three generations of fellow musicians." (Holly Near)

Price: Free

3. THE FAIRFAX SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OTO BRASS QUINTET

Where/When: Lake Accotink Park/Friday, Aug. 5, 2011 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Why Go: The OTO Brass Quintet is the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra’s introduction to the family of brass instruments.  Children are encouraged to participate and join the ensemble on a musical journey around the world.

Price: Free

4. FAIRFAX COUNTY 4-H FAIR and FRYING PAN PARK FARM SHOW

Where/When: Frying Pan Farm Park /Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why Go: Activities include hayrides, cow milking, blacksmith and farrier demos, animal washing and grooming, sheep shearing, carnival rides and lots more!

Price: $5 parking fee. Admission to the Fair is free. Donations to support the 4-H Fair and canned goods for the Food for Others Food Bank will be most appreciated. Fees for the carnival rides.

Website: http://www.4hfairfax.org/Welcome.html

5. COVER UP PARTY ROCK BAND

Where/When: , Friday, Aug. 5

Why Go: The band's webpage boasts their sound as "rock & roll you can dance to".

Website: http://www.coveruprocksu.com/