Sweater weather is this close: 🤏! Fall into autumn with festivals, rigorous races and fun runs, and new activations just for kiddos. Here’s a peek at the happenings.
Author Talk with Lorelei Brush
Local YA author Lorelei Brush will chat with fellow author Sara Fitzgerald about her new book, The Boy with the Butterfly Mind, on Sept. 8, 7-8 p.m., at Fonts Books & Gifts. The middle-grade novel centers on two kids, one of whom has ADHD, who must find common ground when their parents form a blended family. Free. 6262 Old Dominion Drive, McLean
Something Wonderful: Broadway’s Leading Ladies at Signature Theatre
Actress Tracy Lynn Olivera will pay homage through song to some of New York’s greats, including Ethel Merman and Julie Andrews, in a musical revue that runs Sept. 8-20. Tickets begin at $61. 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington)
Rhythm at the Quarter at Ballston Quarter
Find your groove in this series of free outdoor dance classes led by Arlington’s Inspira Dance. Learn line dancing Sept. 9, salsa on Oct. 7 and country swing on Nov. 4. All classes are 5:30-6:30 p.m. 4238 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston)
Ted Leonsis at Marymount University
The owner of Monumental Sports and Entertainment joins Marymount president Irma Becerra on Sept. 10, 4:15 p.m., to discuss
(Not) Strictly Painting at the McLean Project for the Arts
Now in its 15th iteration, this biennial exhibition celebrates paintings as an artform, as well as (new this year) works that are loosely or tangentially related to paintings. The juried show runs Sept. 10-Nov. 7, showcasing pieces by 39 artists throughout the Mid-Atlantic area. Stop by the opening reception Sept. 10, 7-9 p.m., or attend an Artist Talk on Sept. 26, 11 a.m. 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
Tysons Mixed Market
Every Thursday this month, stop at The Boro to support local business and culture. From 4-8 p.m., the event will have vintage vendors and artisans, plus live music and free fitness. The Sept. 10 class is high-intensity interval training, 6-7 p.m. On Sept. 17 and 24, Fairfax County Animal Services will host an Adoptable Dogs Meet-and-Greet in case you’re looking to expand your family. 8350 Broad St., Tysons
Rude Screen at Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington
Through Sept. 13, check out the works of artistic duo Crasis (aka Andy Davis and Anne Lukins), who use sculpture, video and installation to explore themes of longing, seduction, evasion and capture. Free. 3550 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston)
Bourbon Heritage Month at Copperwood Tavern
Drink a toast to the beloved spirit with all-day happy hour deals, featuring different pours throughout the month of September. The first week highlights Isaac Bowman Port Cask, Yellowstone 109, Heaven’s Door and Buffalo Trace. 4021 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington)
Taco Bamba Bar Crawl
The taqueria’s sixth annual bar crawl runs all month long, with a weekly featured cocktail and glass that you can take home. The offerings include a Woodfire pineapple mezcal margarita, paloma, Bamba colada and strawberry watermelon spicy margarita. New cocktails and collectible barware will be released each Wednesday at all locations. Are you the DD? The Falls Church location will have mocktail versions, too. 4000 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Ballston); 4041 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington); and 2190 Pimmit Drive, Falls Church
