Weekend Planner: Sports, Dance and Worthy Causes

Wondering what to do this weekend? Take a look at Patch’s list of the top six things happening in our local area this Friday through Sunday. 

Fairfax County Dance Coalition Gala

• Where: Northern Virginia Community College, Annandale Campus Theater, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale
• When: Saturday, Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 2 at 2 p.m.
• Why Go: Eleven participating area dance companies will perform at this 2nd annual gala. The Fairfax County Dance Coalition will also announce the recipient of its $500 scholarship to a high school senior who plans to pursue studies in dance.
• Price: $15 in advance; $18 at the door

Varsity Co-Ed Cross Country “Glory Days Grill Invitational”

Local competing teams include: TJHSST, LBSS, RSS, WSHS, and SCSS

• Where: Bull Run Regional Park, 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville
• When: Morning of Saturday, Oct. 1 (click on the provided links for start time details)
• Why Go: Local varsity boys and girls cross country teams will compete this Saturday morning at Bull Run Park. Get ready to cheer them on as they race to the finish line!
• Price: FREE 

George Mason University’s Faculty Artist Showcase Concert

• Where: GMU’s Harris Theater, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax
• When: Friday, Sept. 30 at 8 p.m.
• Why Go: Enjoy this free concert featuring the talents of GMU faculty member Dr. Linda Apple Monson on piano.
• Price: FREE

Run for Wounded Warriors

• Where: Burke Lake Park, 7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station
• When: Sunday, Oct. 2 at 8:00 a.m.
• Why Go: Run, jog, or walk the 4.7-mile trail around picturesque Burke Lake to aid a worthy cause. 100 percent of registration fees and donations go directly to the Wounded Warrior Project!
• Price: $35 online registration; $40 walk-up registration on the day of the race

Fairfax Pets on Wheels “Paws for a Cause” 3K Walk

• Where: Weber’s Pet Supermarket, 11021 Lee Highway, Fairfax
• When: Sunday, Oct. 2 at 12 p.m.
• Why Go: This 16th annual event benefits Fairfax Pets on Wheels, which is a volunteer organization that provides pet visitation to nursing homes and hospitals. 
• Price: $25 registration fee (includes t-shirt)

Friends of the Virginia Room Booksale

• Where: City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North St., Fairfax
• When: Saturday, Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
• Why Go: Proceeds from this booksale will benefit the Virginia bookroom at the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Peruse new and “gently used” books on history and Virginia-related topics at bargain prices.
• Price: Items priced as marked; cash and checks only, please