Mark those shiny, new 2016 calendars! Here’s what’s happening in the Reston and Herndon area for the month of January. Highlights include several celebrations in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., hosted by Reston Community Center and participating organizations.
During the weekend of January 16-18, Reston will host a series of events to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 1, 2016
New Year’s Day 5K
10am: Reston Town Center, Reston
Get your year off to a healthy start with this 5K race around Reston Town Center. Registration is $40.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2016
Painting with a Twist at Cafe Montmartre
7-9pm: Cafe Montmartre, Lake Anne Plaza, Reston
Artist/Instructor and Lake Anne resident, Luisa Vargas, will teach you how to create a Van Gogh-inspired painting of the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy food and drink specials and you create your own 16″x20″ masterpiece. Registration is $35.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2016
Design and Wine at ArtSpace Herndon
7-9pm: 750 Center Street, Herndon
Learn to make bohemian bracelets while relaxing with friends and wine. Each bracelet is unique and made from materials like upcycled Indian sari fiber, assorted yarns and fibers, beads, crystals, and wire. Each participant will make several bracelets to take home. Registration is $30 and includes two glasses of wine.
Reston MLK Jr. Birthday Celebration: Community Service Projects
9am: Southgate Community Center, 12125 Pinecrest Road, Reston
Reston Community Center is partnering with Reston Association, Southgate Community Center, Cornerstones, and The Closet to provide a day of community service projects. Volunteer hours conclude around noon, when volunteers will gather to share a lunch that will be provided.
Reston Community Orchestra: Remembering the Dream
4-5:30pm: Reston Community Center at Hunters Woods, Reston
Reston Community Orchestra’s 10th Annual MLK concert celebrates the life and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through symphonic works, spirituals, and songs inspired by his legacy. No tickets required, but seating is limited.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 17, 2016
Anna Deavere Smith From Rodney King to Michael Brown
12pm: CenterStage at RCC at Hunters Woods, Reston
Anna Deavere Smith crafts one-woman, multi-character plays about American social issues. She slips in and out of character during the course of her presentation, recreating a diversity of emotions and points of view on controversial issues. Tickets are $25-$35.
Voices of Inspiration Concert
4-6pm: Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation, 1441 Wiehle Avenue, Reston
Voices of Inspiration is a program honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This event is sponsored by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Christian Church and includes many Reston faith communities.
Only Light Can Do That!
4-5pm: Floris United Methodist Church, 13600 Frying Pan Rd, Herndon
A living history musical celebrating the genius, the greatness, the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tickets are $10-$20 and children under 12 are free.
MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 2016
MLK Birthday Celebration Keynote Address and Community Lunch
12pm: CenterStage at RCC at Hunters Woods, Reston
Anna Deavere Smith returns to the CenterStage with her one-woman theatrical performance in celebration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. A community lunch immediately follows. Tickets are $5-$10.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2016
Reston Camp Expo
9am: RCC at Hunters Woods, Reston
Learn about local, non-profit providers of summer camps. The Expo also features employment information, live demonstrations, and crafts and activities for children.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2016
Capitol Steps Charity Fundraiser
6:30pm: Hyatt Regency Reston, 1800 Presidents Street, Reston
Capitol Steps, the popular Washington-based music and satire troupe, will perform to benefit Cornerstones. The evening includes fine wine and decadent desserts.
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