McLean Community Center

SIA TRIPSExplore the DC area with fellow SIA members! Local trips are arranged monthly and are shared via the SIA weekly newsletter. Email [email protected] to receive updates. SIA trip costs include transportation, meal, and entry tickets as applicable. A bus will be provided toand from McLean Community Center to the trip location. Upon registration, members will receive additional information and ongoing updates regarding the itinerary, menu options, and maps/location informati

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Sign up now for this highly popular and effective etiquette class. On day one, students prepare a variety of vegetarian dishes, sit and enjoy the rewards of their labor all the while discussing the concepts and rules of manners and etiquette. On day two, students will dine and share a four-course vegetarian meal served to them restaurant style, while the teens' dining etiquette is critiqued by Chef Joel in a lively and productive manner. 8-14 years Activity No. 1314.226 2 lessons @ 2 hrs, $59

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Come enjoy table tennis, bridge, mah-jongg, arcade games, a sensory lab and more at the Old Firehouse. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please Note: Drop-In Games will not be held on Fairfax County Government holidays. Open Games Rules & Expectations MCC staff will ensure that all game supplies are available for the games. Games will always be free, and registration is never required. For games/spaces where table space is limited first come, first served

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Learn all the skills needed to prepare great fish dishes. Chef Joel will cover selecting good fish, different types of fish for different dishes; how to best cook a wide variety of fish, and more. Activity No. 1324.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents W, 10/14 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. register Activity No. 1325.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents W, 10/14 7-10 p.m. register

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Enjoy a meal of Spanish delicacies! Patatas bravas (crispy-fried potatoes with smoky salsa brava); gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp); pan con tomate (toasted country bread slathered with a tomato and olive oil puree); eggplant, tomato & zucchini paella; and delicious, fluffy magdalenas (lemony cupcakes) for dessert. Activity No. 1326.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Th, 10/15 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. register Activity No. 1327.226 1 le

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Join Chef Joel Olson to enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaii in this fun class. On the menu: macadamia hummus with pineapple flatbread; tangy Hawaiian gazpacho; Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken; pineapple and pepper rice; and yummy, crunchy macadamia tartlets for dessert. Activity No. 9046.226 F, 10/16 11 a.m.-1 p.m. register

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Friday, Oct. 16, 4-10:30 p.m. $70/$60 MCC district residents $50 OFC ASP members Activity No. 5301.226 Friday Night Activities with the Old Firehouse Center provide a fun, safe place to hang out with friends through themed events, games, music, food, and more. Exclusively for 5th-8th graders, these high-energy Friday nights are packed with entertainment, creativity, and opportunities to connect with friends and meet new people. Registration is required! We invite the brave-hearted to join the

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Enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaii in this fun class. On the menu: macadamia hummus with pineapple flatbread; Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken; pineapple and pepper rice; and yummy, crunchy macadamia tartlets for dessert. 8-14 years Activity No. 1315.226 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents F, 10/16 4:15-6:15 p.m register

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Enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaii in this fun class. On the menu: macadamia hummus with pineapple flatbread; tangy Hawaiian gazpacho; Hawaiian-style teriyaki chicken; Hawaiian food truck garlic shrimp; pineapple and pepper rice; and yummy, crunchy macadamia tartlets for dessert. Activity No. 1328.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents F, 10/16 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. register Activity No. 1329.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district resi

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Spend a fun morning making delicious homemade breads. On the menu: Wisconsin cheddar and garlic pull-apart rolls; cowboy butter swim biscuits; honeyed buttermilk cornbread muffins; popcorn bread with salted buttered crust. Parent and child 6 years+; Both parent & child must register. Cost is per person. Activity No. 1316.226 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents Sa, 10/17 10 a.m.-Noon register

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Spend a fun morning making delicious homemade baked treats. On the menu: cinnamon streusel pumpkin muffins; butterscotch brownies; cranberry drop cookies with orange glaze; sweet potato and cheddar flatbread. Parent and child 6 years+; Both parent & child must register. Cost is per person. Activity No. 1317.226 1 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents Sa, 10/17 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. register

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Create a textured paper collage featuring sailboats on a peaceful lake surrounded by trees. Using hundreds of colorful papers, you'll craft a unique work of art. Supply fee: $25, payable to the instructor. Perfect for teens and adults of all skill levels. Metal pieces will be made using copper and gold-plated wire. Silver is available for an additional cost based on market rates. Instructor: Ronni Jolles. 14 years+ 3 lessons @ 2 hrs. 45 min., Su, 10/18-11/1 1-3:45 p.m. reg

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Italian focaccia di recco (cheese-filled flatbread); eggplant and mushroom bolognese sauce; sweet Italian sausage meatballs with parmesan bucatini; broccoli salad with chickpeas, olives & provolone; and tiramisu tartlets for dessert. Activity No. 1330.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Su, 10/18 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. register

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All levels of art experience are welcome. Learn the basics of abstract painting as well as color theory. The class explores using the principles of art while you work with acrylic, collage and drawing. Instructor: M. Jane Johnson. 16 years+ 7 lessons @ 3 hrs., $325/$300 MCC district residents M, 10/19-11/30 10 a.m.-1 p.m. register at mpa

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Popcorn Bread with Salted Buttered Crust; Cinnamon Swirl Pumpkin Quick Bread; Cheesy Garlic & Herb Pull-Apart Slider Buns; and Cowboy Butter Swim Biscuits. 8-14 years Activity No. 1318.226 1 lessons @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents M, 10/19 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. register

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Barbagiuàns (the national dish of Monaco -- delicate pastries filled with swiss chard and ricotta); lamb mince kebabs with caramelized onions, herbed mayonnaise & goat cheese (classic monégasque flavors); parmesan gnocchi with mixed mushroom ragout; le salad Monte Carlo (crisp romaine lettuce, tomato, mushroom and hearts of palm with a light vinaigrette); and delicious, delicate orange blossom cookies for dessert. Activity No. 1332.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents M, 1

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Cuban sandwiches; sopa de polo (Cuban chicken soup); Cuban yellow rice; and torticas de moron (Cuban shortbread cookies) for dessert. 8-14 years Activity No. 1319.226 1 lessons @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residents T, 10/20 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. register

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Croquetas de jamón (ham croquettes) with mojo Cubano (orange-glazed onion relish); camarones al ajillo (garlic shrimp); cilantro and lime sauce; Cuban yellow rice; pan-grilled zucchini with smoked paprika butter and queso fresco; and torticas de moron (Cuban shortbread cookies) for dessert. Activity No. 1334.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC district residents Tu, 10/20 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. register Activity No. 1335.226 1 lesson @ 3 hrs, $79/$72 MCC dis

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Streusel Pumpkin Muffins; Butterscotch Brownies; Cranberry Drop Cookies with Orange Glaze; and Sweet Potato & Cheddar Flatbread. 8-14 years Activity No. 1320.2261 lesson @ 2 hrs, $59/$54 MCC district residentsW, 10/21 4:15 p.m.-6:15 p.m. register

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Paint expressive cloudscapes in soft pastel while learning cloud structure, warm and cool color relationships and atmospheric effects. The simple landscape keeps the focus on dramatic skies. Ideal for beginner to intermediate artists. Instructor: Nanette Catigbe. 14 years+ 1 lesson @ 2 hrs. 30 mins., W, 10/21 5:30-8 p.m. register at mpa

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The liver plays a crucial role in detoxifying the body, processing nutrients, and supporting overall metabolic health. When the liver becomes inflamed or damaged, it can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, abdominal discomfort, jaundice, and changes in appetite. The purpose of this presentation is to educate the community about liver health and help individuals recognize early warning signs and seek appropriate care. We will also touch on lifestyle modificationsand management options. Activity N

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Chosen by you, our audience! Movies are shown in the original language with English subtitles. Always free, always awesome. Programs subject to change. The Vanishing (1988, Netherlands; directed by George Sluizer)in French and Dutch with English subtitlesThursday, Oct. 8, 1 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m. Not recommended for audiences under 13. Runtime: 1 hour 46 minutes.After his girlfriend vanishes during a vacation, a young man's relentless search leads him to her captor, a brilliant

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