October 1-October 10
Poetic Art Exhibition

A poet can inspire the creative Spirit of the Artist; A painting or drawing; a photograph or jewelry; music or dance can inspire the creative Spirit of the Poet. At the Workhouse, a spirited collaboration between Poet and Artist has evolved into Poetic Art! Poetic Art, the heart and soul of the artistic experience presented as language and visual imagery. Please join us for a delightful afternoon of art and poetry.

When: Closed Monday & Tuesday. Wednesday - Saturday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Where: Workhouse Arts Center(2nd Floor),9601 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079
Price: Free
Call: 703-495-0001
Website: http://workhousearts.org/events/328/poetic-art-exhibition,-september-15--october-10/

October 3
Turkish Festival

Live entertainment , Turkish food, Fortune telling, Music and folk dancing , Children's arts and crafts
Our annual Turkish Festival offers a full day of free activities that range from lively folk dancing and musical performances to arts and crafts activities for children and adults. Visitors also enjoy other much-loved aspects of Turkey such as its delicious cuisine, tradition of coffee fortune reading, and bustling Bazaar.

When: Sunday, October 3 (rain or shine) 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Where: On Pennsylvania Avenue, NW between 12th and 14th Streets (adjacent to Freedom Plaza)

Price: Free. Food/beverage available for purchase.
Website: http://www.turkishfestival.org

October 03- October 31
Great Pumpkin Fun in Alexandria

WE KEEP NO PROCEEDS FROM this annual fundraiser that benefits mainly local charities, including Network Preschool, ALIVE, Carpenter's Shelter, and many more. We also sell jewelry for the Montana's Crow Indians, and all proceeds go to them. Autumn crafts and cookies, brownies, cake, candy, hearty soups, gourds, mini pumpkins, Indian corn and cornstalks are also available, as well as (sometimes hot) apple crisp pies, all made from locally grown apples. In 2009 we grossed over $93,000 and GAVE AWAY OVER $46,000, placing 5th in all 1300 churches and 47 states. Children Welcome, Pets Welcome.

When: Sunday, October 03, 2010 - Sunday, October 31, 2010 (10:00 AM-8:00 PM)
Where: Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill, 3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22304
Telephone: Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill: (703) 370-6555
Email: Sdd.dawson@gmail.com
Website: http://www.virginia.org/Site/description.asp?attrid=69243

October 9
Fall Festival in Old Town Historic Fairfax

This traditional Fall Festival in the heart of the City of Fairfax is full of unique and interesting crafts & gifts with stalls and activities from local art groups and businesses will fill the streets of downtwon City of Fairfax. More than 400 juried crafters, childrens rides, music and foods will provide something to entertain everyone. This year the Festival Stage will feature smash hits from "The Legwarmers - The Ultimate 80's Band". Come and enjoy a traditional day out with all the family.

When: Saturday, October 09, 2010 (10:00 AM-5:00 PM)
Where: Downtown Historic City of Fairfax, Fairfax, VA 22030
Call: Leslie Herman, Special Events Coordinator: (703) 385-7949
Email: lherman@fairfaxva.gov
Website: www.fairfaxva.gov

October 9
Wonders of Science

Investigate the wonders of 18th century science! See demonstrations by Project Enlightenment, McLean High School's historical reenactment society, as they conduct scientific demonstrations, which are certain to expand visitors' knowledge about science in the 1700s. Explore the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary, a family-run business for over 100 years, and be awed a large variety of curious objects, from poison bottles to dragon's blood. Tours last approximately one hour. $6 per person. Reservations recommended. Children Welcome

When: Saturday, October 16, 2010 (1:00 PM-4:00 PM)
Where: Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, 105-107 South Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Price: $6.00
Call: 703- 746-3852
Email: apothecary.museum@alexandriava.gov
Website: www.apothecarymuseum.org

October 16, 2010
World Animal Day

Join the Museum, National Geographic Live!, and National Geographic Kids for a fun-filled day of family activities to celebrate, observe, and learn about our favorite animal friends!
You'll have a WILD time at National Geographic on World Animal Day.

When: October 16, 2010, Time 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Location Washington, D.C.
Price: Free
Call: 202-857-7700
Website: http://events.nationalgeographic.com/events/special-events/2010/10/16/world-animal-day/

October 16-October 17
Seventh Annual Great Falls Art Studio Tour

Meet 48 potters, painters, printmakers, weavers, sculptors, photographers, jewelry designers and other artists in their home studios on a free self-guided driving tour on the back roads of Great Falls, Virginia. See studios in historic buildings, barns, contemporary houses. Watch art demonstrations. Visit with the artists. Buy fine art and high-end crafts.

When: Saturday, October 16, 2010 - Sunday, October 17, 2010 (10:00 AM-5:00 PM)
Where: Start at Great Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066
Price: Admission Fee: Free
Telephone: Jon Fisher, sculptor: (703) 404-9774
Email: Laura@PigPenPottery.com
Website: www.GreatFallsStudios.com

October 22-October 24
BOO at the ZOO

Boo at the Zoo is the wildest trick-or-treat in town! Princesses, superheroes, kid-wizards, and other costumed guests are invited to join us at the 12th annual Boo at the Zoo. There's no safer or more exciting way for families with children ages two to 12 to enjoy Halloween.
So get ready for tasty candy, delicious snack foods, and other special treats from more than 40 treat stations. Plus, animal encounters, keeper talks, and festive decorations are yours to enjoy.
This is one Halloween party you won't want to miss!
INSIDE TIP: RESERVE TICKETS EARLY. THIS EVENT SELLS OUT.

When: October 22, 23, and 24. 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Price: $20 for FONZ members, $30 for nonmembers (Nonmembers can get coupons good for $2 off nonmember
Boo at the Zoo tickets at local Hair Cuttery locations.)
Call: Friends of the National Zoo, "FONZ" at(202) 633-4470

October 23
Sixth Annual Air and Scare- A Halloween Event for All Ages

Discover the strange and spooky side of aviation and space at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum's Udvar-Hazy Center's Sixth Annual Air and Scare. Hear stories about bugs in space, flying animals, and androids. Meet your favorite Star Wars and Star Trek characters. Watch R2D2 demonstrate its capabilities. Take control of a creepy-crawly robot and a Mars rover. Create a spider finger puppet, a Halloween glider, witch rocket and other items to take home. There will also be face painteres, stroy tellers, free simulator rides and activities just for tots. Admission is free but there is a $15 fee per car to park in the parking lot.

When: Saturday, October 23, 2010 (2:00 PM-8:00 PM)
Where: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Stephen F. Udvar-Hazy Center
14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly, VA 20151
Price: Free. $15 fee per car to park in the parking lot.
Call: 202- 633-1000
Website: www.nasm.si.edu/events/eventDetail.cfm?eventID=1830

October 31
World of the Horse

Once again, on Sunday, October 31, at approx. 2 pm, the Washington International will present Washington's World of the Horse, a one-hour celebration of horses in all their beauty and variety. Featuring a selection of exciting horses events that may include dressage, driving, Saddlebreds, barrel racing, jumping, sidesaddle, Friesians, miniature horses, polo, the U.S. Park Police Mounted Patrol and lots more, this fast-paced, family-friendly event is enjoyable both to those new to horses and old hands around the barn.

When: Sunday, October 31, at approx. 2 pm
Where: Verizon Center , 601 F Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20004
Call: Tel: 202-628-3200
Website: http://www.wihs.org