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17 things to do this week: July 16-22

A celebration of World Heritage, the 157th Anniversary Commemoration of First Manassas, and the Purcellville Food & Wine Festival.

By Editorial July 16, 2018 at 8:54 am

Photo courtesy of Purcellville Food and Wine Festival

FOOD & DRINK
Barrel & Bushel Brewery Buzz: Chaos Mountain Brewery
Tuesday, 5-7 p.m.
On the third Tuesday of every month, Barrel & Bushel welcomes representatives from an area brewery to serve their beer at the restaurant’s bar. This week, check out Chaos Mountain Brewery’s Mexican-style lager, Imperial Red IPA, a sour ale aged in tequila barrels and a Belgian dark ale, plus enter for a chance to win some free swag from the Callaway brewery. // Barrel & Bushel: 7901 Tysons One Place, Tysons

FOOD & DRINK
Easy Cooking Creations with Chef Jill Siena
Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn how to make an array of delicious, delectable dishes while also sneaking a bite or two. This month’s courses will center on seafood. // The Spice & Tea Exchange: 320 King St., Suite 112, Alexandria

FOOD + DRINK
Craft Beer & Junk Food Pairing!
Thursday, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Junk food and beer. One of the world’s best pairings? Decide for yourself. 6 Bears & a Goat Brewery followers have nominated their favorite duos, and Thursday night you get a chance to try out the top six that were voted on Facebook. // 6 Bears & a Goat Brewery: 1140 International Parkway, Fredericksburg

SPECIAL EVENT
Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me
Thursday, 8-11 p.m.
Think you know what’s going on in the world today? Test your knowledge and watch the panel test their wits at NPR’s award-winning current events quiz show. You never would have thought current events could be so funny. // Filene Center: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna

PERFORMING ARTS
Sizzlin’ Summer Series
Thursday-Aug. 4, Times vary
Signature’s annual summer cabaret series is back, kicking things off this week with performances from The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, D.C., Rochelle Rice, Mason Cabaret, Bob McDonald, Monumental Theater and Nova Y. Payton and Mark G. Meadows. There will be a concert nearly every night until Aug. 4. // Signature Theatre: 4200 Campbell Ave., Arlington

MUSIC
Whiskey Revival
Friday, 7 p.m.
The Sounds of Summer concert series continues with the three-piece band Whiskey Revival taking the stage for a night of classic rock, ‘90s, country and more.
// Fredericksburg Area Museum: 907 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg

MUSIC
Queen Latifah & Common
Friday, 8-11 p.m.
Two award winning artists, one amazing night. Join the queen of hip-hop and the man who is anything but common for original sounds that remind you how hip-hop started. // Filene Center: 1551 Trap Road, Vienna

MUSIC
The Bacon Brothers
Friday-Sunday, 7:30 p.m.
The Bacon Brothers showcase the magic that is produced when a famous actor and songwriter, who happen to be brothers, come together to make music. Kevin and Michael Bacon, who cover rock, soul, folk and Americana sounds, are devoted to making music, uninterrupted by Hollywood fame. // The Birchmere: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria

ART EXHIBIT
Illuminate
Friday-Sept. 2
Illuminated artwork is presented through video, light installation, sculpture and black light mediums. Lights will be turned off in the gallery allowing viewers to focus on the artwork in this glow-in-the-dark exhibition. // Torpedo Factory: 105 N. Union St., Alexandria

PARKS & REC
157th Anniversary Commemoration of First Manassas
Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Join a variety of park rangers and historians in walking tours and living history demonstrations of the Battle of Manassas to commemorate the battle’s 157th birthday. // Manassas National Battlefield Park: 6511 Sudley Road, Manassas

FESTIVAL
World Heritage Festival
Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sample foods from around the world while enjoying folk dances from Bolivia, Brazil, Egypt, Hungary, India, Japan, Lebanon, Romania, Turkey and more. Looking for unique gifts? Browse wares from over 30 different artists that include fine jewelry and art to ceramics and crafts. // City of Manassas Museum: 9101 Prince William St., Manassas

FOOD & DRINK
The Founders’ Wine, Beer and Cider Festival
Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
The founding families of the region’s craft brewing and cider merges with the founding family of American wine to celebrate the local craft libations of Fauquier County. Philip Carter Winery, Old Bust Head and Cobbler Mountain Cellars will be hosting their third annual artisan event, also including food trucks and live music. // Philip Carter Winery: 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume

FOOD & DRINK
Purcellville Food & Wine Festival
Saturday, 2-8 p.m.
Grab your chairs and blankets and head to the Fireman’s Field Complex to check out Loudoun County wineries, breweries and vendors at this annual event. // Fireman’s Field Complex: 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville

FOOD & DRINK
Dinner On The Farm
Saturday, 4:30-8:30 p.m.
Dine with Field and Main Restaurant’s chef and woodfire specialist Anthony Nelson for an asado style dinner while enjoying the sweeping views of Virginia’s countryside. Guests will have the chance to meet the chef, local farmers and vintners in this special dinner hosted by Martin’s Farm and Field and Main Restaurant. // Martin’s Farms VA: Harrison Road, The Plains

HISTORY
Legends by Lantern Light Walking Tour
Saturday, 7 p.m.
Downtown Warrenton comes alive with Civil War stories on a historic twilight-lantern tour. Members of the Mosby Heritage Area Interpretive Group guide the walks through costumed first-person interpretations and historic story-telling. Student discounted tickets are available.// The Fauquier Historical Society: 10 Ashby St., Warrenton

MUSIC
Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson: Twins of Evil
Saturday, 7 p.m.
Join two of the most iconic performers in the heavy metal genre for a one-of-a-kind performance. If you aren’t screaming along, you aren’t doing metal music right. // Jiffy Lube Live: 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow

FITNESS
Crystal City Twilighter 5K
Saturday, 8:30-10:30 p.m.
How do you beat the heat of summer and still get your exercise in? One way is to participate in the Crystal City Twilighter 5K. This annual race is open to individuals and teams, with special competitions and prizes available for participating teams. // Crystal City Courtyard Green: 2121 Crystal Drive, Arlington

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