As the weather starts to warm back up and the flowers start to bloom, it is the perfect time to take your entertainment outdoors. Whether you want to catch the cherry blossoms or enjoy a wine pairing at the vineyard, these are the activities seniors should attend this month.
Self-Guided Chocolate & Wine Pairing
March 22 through April 18
Make your trip to the vineyard extra special with delicious pairing. Guests will be able to sample five wines, each paired with a delicious chocolate treat. Tickets also come with a logo glass to take home and notes about the different pairs. Pairing purchases do not include a table reservation. // The Winery at Bull Run: 15950 Lee Hwy., Centreville; $20-$25
Prince William Historic Preservation Virtual Lecture Series: An End to Innocence, The First Manassas Campaign
March 25, 7-8:30 p.m.
Grab the computer and learn about the local history of the region. Join author and historian John Hennessy for a presentation of the first major battle of the Civil War, which took place in Prince William County. Attendees will learn about the battle and the effect it had on people in the county. // donations welcome
Birds on the Boardwalk
March 27, 8-10 a.m.
Catch a glimpse of the birds as they return from their southern hiatus. Pack your binoculars and head to the boardwalk to watch the birds in action. While you’re there, learn about the different local and migrating birds you see in the sky. // Neabsco Creek Boardwalk: 15125 Blackburn Rd., Woodbridge; $10
Spring Tasks for a Great Garden
March 27, 10:30 a.m.-noon
With spring arriving in the region, it is the perfect time to get your garden prepped for the growing season. A local horticulturalist will show you different tasks to prepare for your seeds, from pruning techniques to how to set up your patch. // Green Spring Gardens: 4603 Green Spring Rd., Alexandria; $18
Virtual Afternoon Tea: Wabi-Sabi and Embracing Imperfection
March 28, 2 p.m.
With cherry blossom season about to hit the region, spend your day learning about Japanese culture. Guests will learn about wabi-sabi, the art of finding beauty in the naturally imperfect world, and its origins in tea. Delicious Japanese tea and sweets will be included in the tea box. // $12-$24
Alexandria Stylebook’s Powered by Woman Festival
Through March 28
Close out Women’s History Month by celebrating women in the community. Everyday, female business owners in Alexandria will discuss their favorite products, different how-tos, and workouts. Businesses include fibre space, Helen Olivia and Mind the Mat. // free
Water Taxi Service & Cherry Blossom Season
Through April 11
Skip the busy crowds at the Tidal Basin and catch the cherry blossom from the water. Choose between the Wharf and National Harbor as your turn around destination for the best view of the blooms. // Alexandria Marina: 1 Cameron St., Alexandria; $17-$24
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