Sunday, June 5, 2011

Treat Dad to these special activities on Father's Day near Alexandria and Fairfax

Sunday, June 19

Father's Day Golf Tournament

Juniors compete in a two-person team scramble format at Oak Marr Golf Course starting at 9 a.m. Juniors will be divided into different age groups. Trophies will be awarded for each age group and for closest to the pin. The cost is $30 per team for Junior Program members and $40 per team for non-members. To register, call 703-255-5391.

American Indian Games & CraftsClick to Register with Parktakes Online

From 2 to 3:15 p.m. at Hidden Oaks Nature Center, play traditional games of skill and luck played by eastern woodland Indians during the period of first European contact. Enjoy oral storytelling. Make a game to take home. Participants must be at least four years old. The cost is $5 per person. Registration is required. For information, call 703-941-1065.

Wood Carving Lessons

The wood carvers lend their tools and expertise to uncover your hidden artistic talent as you create a creature from a block of wood at Colvin Run Mill from noon to 4 p.m. Lessons are free. A nominal fee is charged for wood blanks. Participants must be at least eight years old. For information, call 703-759-2771.

Antique Car Show

Celebrate Father's Day at Sully Historic Site's Annual Antique Car Show. More than 400 antique and classic cars fill the grounds from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Buy the car of your dreams at the Car Corral or search for the perfect accessory in the Flea Market with more than 100 vendors. Treat Dad to a delicious lunch and get your toes tapping to the music of Jumpin' Jupiter. Tours of the first floor of the 1794 house are included. The cost is $9 per adult, $8 per senior, and $6 per child. For information, please call 703-437-1794.

Father's Day Cruise on Lake Accotink

Sit back and listen while your guide shares interesting facts about the history of the park, the lake and the surrounding area. Refreshments are served onboard. The boarding fee is $4 for dads, $7 for other adults, and $4 for children ages three and older. Cruises leave the dock at noon, 1, 3, 5, and 7 p.m. To reserve, call 703-569-0285.

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