April 2008
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"Spring Members Show"
March 5 - April 6
Gallery West
1213 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.gallery-west.com 703/549-6006
Artist-owned Gallery West welcomes Spring with a colorful array of paintings, photographs and crafts by its members. Second Thursday reception, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Free!
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Botanical Art at the Athenaeum
March 22 - April 27
THE ATHENAEUM
201 Prince Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.nvfaa.org 703/548-0035
BOTANICAL ART March 22 through April 27 Thirteen botanical artists are represented in this show, timed to coordinate with Historic Garden Week in Virginia and the Alexandria Garden Tour on April 19. Featuring: Roberta Matthews Bernstein, Neena Birch, Esther Carpi, Elizabeth W. Carter, Wendy Cortesi, Mary Page Hickey, Vicki Malone, Don Myer, Kappy Prosch, Michael Rawson, Emily Rowan, Eva Ruhl. Martin Snyder. Open noon-4 p.m. Thurs.-Sun.
Free!
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Drawings by William Lydston, Jr.
April 1 - December 31
Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site
4301 W. Braddock Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
www.fortward.org 703/838-4848
Original Civil War drawings by soldier, artist and musician William Lydston, Jr. Exhibit coincides with a statewide celebration of Virginia's musical heritage. Fort Ward pairs drawings from Lydston's wartime experiences with musical instruments and related objects from the Museum's collection. Free. Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.
Free!
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Painted Places Near & Far
April 9 - May 4
Gallery West
1213 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.gallery-west.com 703/549-6006
Luminous Watercolor and Watercolor/Collage by Helen Dilley Barsalou inspired by travels through Italy, France and Portugal. Reception, Sunday April 13, 4-7 p.m., second floor gallery. All Members' show of Paintings, Photography and Crafts, main gallery. Second Thursday Reception, April 10th 6-9 p.m.
Free!
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Gardening Days at Mount Vernon
April 12 - May 11
Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
South end of the GW Parkway
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
www.MountVernon.org 703/780-2000
Spectacular gardens are in bloom as Mount Vernon hosts its annual outdoor garden and gift sale including ornamentals, perennials and annuals, garden items, books, and heirloom plants propagated from historic cuttings. Garden and Landscape guided tours are available daily at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Guests are invited to enter Washington’s historic “orangerie,” or greenhouse, the only occasion this space is open to the public.
$ Entrance Fee
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75th Annual Historic Garden Tour
April 19
Old Town Historic District
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.vagardenweek.org 703/838-5005
In honor of the 75th anniversary of this Old Town tradition, some of the city's most historic homes, including one of the largest properties in the district and a home connected with one of its legendary figures, are open. Admission also includes eight historic properties. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets, maps and complete information available at the Alexandria Visitors Center at Ramsay House.
$ Entrance Fee
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"Enchanted April"
April 19 - May 10
The Little Theatre of Alexandria
600 Wolfe Street
Alexandria , VA 22314
www.thelittletheatre.com 703/683-5778
A charming tale of two unhappily married women who rent an Italian villa for a month. Performances at 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday.
$ Entrance Fee
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Midsummer Night's Dream
April 23
George Washington Masonic Memorial
101 Callahan Drive
Alexandria, VA 22301
www.stageplay.tv 703/683-2007
Students from StagePlay perform Shakespeare's comedy as part of Shakespeare 24, a unique international performance event, enabling a global celebration of youth, culture, creativity, and Shakespeare. For ages 6 and up.
Free!
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"Living Legends of Alexandria"
April 24 - September 8
The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum
201 S. Washington Street
Alexandria , VA 22314
www.alexandriahistory.org 703/838-4994
This photo-documentary exhibition, featuring the work of Nina Tisara, identifies and honors individuals whose vision and dedication have made a tangible difference to the quality of life in Alexandria. Of the 50 individuals nominated in 2006, all of whom are included in this exhibit, 12 were featured in articles published by the Alexandria Gazette Packet.Free!
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Spring Open House: Eat Your Art Out
April 25
Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.torpedofactory.org/calendar_of_events_.htm 703/838-4565
Studios and Galleries Open 6 - 9pm. Feast your eyes on spectacular food displays and put your taste buds to work! Food-inspired artwork will be displayed in select studios. A variety of Torpedo Factory studios and galleries will be open throughout the evening, showcasing artwork that is sure to please every taste. Live music by The Right Nows and free prize drawings will add flavor to the evening. Celebrate the emergence of spring at this favorite annual event.Free!
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Alexandria Harmonizers 60th Anniversary Spring Tonic
April 25-26
Bishop Ireton High School
201 Cambridge Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.harmonizers.org 703/910-4600
The Alexandria Harmonizers celebrate "60 Years of Harmony, 1948-2008" with their annual spring show, featuring the award-winning barbershop chorus and quartets. Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets online at www.harmonizers.org or call 703/910-4600.
$ Entrance Fee
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Helen Reddy presents "The Woman I Am, A Memoir"
April 26
Olsson's Books & Records
106 S. Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.olssons.com 703/684-0077
1 p.m. Join Olsson's at a book-signing with Helen Reddy. Her song, “I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar,” provided the feminist anthem of the 1970s. She became the first Australian to win a Grammy, to have her own prime-time variety show on a U.S. television network, and to have three No. 1 singles in the same year. Then, at the height of her career, Reddy's world was shattered by the death of both her parents, and simultaneously, the news that she had a rare, incurable disease. This is her inspiring autobiography.
Free!
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Booksigning - "The Gospel of Father Joe"
April 26
Olsson's Books & Records
106 South Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.olssons.com 703/684-0077
7 p.m. 30 years ago, a Catholic priest armed only with pencil, paper, and crayons, declared a revolution. From a shanty school shared with Buddhists and Muslims in Bangkok’s squatter slums, Father Joe Maier began his advance on abject poverty. Today, his Human Development Foundation and Mercy Centre charity is responsible for 32 preschools that have taught more than 20,000 children how to read and write. Author Barrett is a 20-year veteran reporter.Free!
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Children's Chorus of Washington
April 27
Old Presbyterian Meeting House
321 S. Fairfax Street
Alexandria , VA 22314
www.opmh.org 703/549-6670
This acclaimed professional choir, which has performed at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, sings on behalf of the Kenya Project, which helps chidren in that country. Concert at 3 p.m. Free-will offering collected.
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Eclipse Chamber Orchestra Concert
April 27
George Washington Masonic Memorial
101 Callahan Drive
Alexandria, VA 22301
www.eclipseco.com/ 703/683-2007
Sylvia Alimena, conductor for Dvorak's Serenade in D Minor for Winds; Bartok's Divertimento for Strings and Ravel's Suite from Ma Mère l'oye (Mother Goose)
$ Entrance Fee
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Concert with a Cause: Children's Chorus of Washington
April 27
Old Presbyterian Meeting House
321 S. Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.opmh.org 703/549-6670
Concert and reception at 3 p.m. This professional children's chorus has sung in the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, and performed with the National Symphony Orchestra, Washington Chorus, Choral Arts Society, Cathedral Choral Society, and Master Chorale. An offering will be received to benefit the United Orphanage and Academy in Moi's Bridge, Kenya.
Free!
