THIS WEEK IN THE LITTLE CITY

Thursday

Q and A Session on Transition Zones

Learn About Proposed Zoning

Changes for Transitional Areas: The Falls Church League of Women Voters invites the public to attend a Question-andAnswer session on proposed zoning changes for Transitional Areas or “T-Zones.” This program, which will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Meridian High School.

Quarterly Retirement Board Meeting

City of Falls Church Retirement Board quarterly meeting. City Hall (bit.ly/fcnp0223rb or 300 Park Ave., Dogwood A-B, Falls Church), 6:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.

The Lifespan of a Fact

Jim Fingal is a fact checker for a prominent magazine assigned to John D’Agata's essay essay about the suicide of a teenage boy. The two come head to head in a comedic yet gripping battle over facts versus truth. The Keegan Theatre (1742 Church St. NW, Washington, DC), 8:00 p.m.

Cat Daddies DC Purrmiere

Crumbs and Whiskers purr-sent the DC premiere of documentary feature Cat Daddies! The Avalon Theatre (5612 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC), 6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.

Networking Breakfast

Stop by for an informal gathering to meet fellow Falls Church Chamber of Commerce members. No agenda or cost other than the cost of breakfast. The Original Pancake House (7395 Langston Blvd, Falls Church), 8:30 a.m. — 9:30 a.m.

Couples Therapy

Comics and willing audience members laugh their hearts out about love, dating, sex, singlehood, and married life. Workhouse Arts Center (9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA), 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY

February 10

Dan & Chuck

Dan & Chuck perform. Clare and Don’s Beach Shack (130 N. Washington St, Falls Church), 6:00 p.m.

ColorLove

This show features 40 works from artists who were invited to submit their boldest, brightest pieces. Falls Church Arts Gallery (700-B W. Broad St.), 11:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.

Danny Carmo’s

Mathematical Mysteries

Northern Ireland's Cahoots presents a mind-blowing blend of math, theater and digital technology in a fun, interactive performance. The Alden Theatre (1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean,

VA), 1:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.

Family Snack & Paint Night

Led by a professional art teacher, families work together, creating their own masterpieces. Materials, snacks included in $10 fee. Pre-registration recommended. Old Firehouse Center. (1440 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA), 7:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.

Diagnosed

Lydia is an African American woman who inherits a familyowned boutique. While searching for her own inner peace, she creates a safe space for women to share their stories of hurt, trauma and healing. Guided by the spirit of her ancestors, Lydia and the women are able to come face to face with their childhood and present-day demons. Creative Cauldron (410 S. Maple Ave., Falls Church), 7:30 p.m.

Flower Power

Happy Hour Band

JV's Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church), 8:30 p.m.

Saturday February 11

POPS! String Quintet

Music meets improv comedy in this unique theatrical concert experience. Come for the music, stay for the laughs! The Vault at Capi- tal One Hall (7750 Capital One Tower Rd., Tysons, VA), 6:30 p.m.

Valentine’s Festival

This Valentine's Day keep it hot with hot drink specials from our winter menu! Take photos with a sweetheart in the photo booth or compete for prizes. Shipgarten (6579 Colshire Dr., Tysons, VA), 1:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.

Live: Black Panther & Beauty and the Beast

The Black Panther joins Beauty and the Beast for a live performance during the Valentines Festival. Shipgarten (6579 Colshire Dr., Tysons, VA), 3:15 p.m.

Dueling Piano Party

Live piano performance with two dueling piano entertainers and their baby grand pianos. Register at bit.ly/FCNP0223dp. Solace Outpost (444 W. Broad St., Falls Church), 8:00 p.m.

CupidCon Bar Crawl

CupidCon makes its way to Clarendon for the biggest Valentine’s Day themed bar crawl in the city. Register at bit.ly/fcnp0223cc. Multiple locations (Clarendon area, Arlington, VA), 3:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.

Canaan Cox: The Ethos Tour

Canaan Cox performs. Jammin' Java (227 Maple Ave E., Vienna, VA), 9:00 p.m.

Spoons, Toons, & Booze Valentine's Special

Featuring a special menu of Valentine's Day and love themed episodes from the 1940s to early 2000s! Free all-you-can-eat cereal bar filled with sugary, marshmallowy, fruity, chocolaty cereal! Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse (2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA), 12:00 p.m.

Sweet Honey in the Rock®

Grammy-nominated, iconic, women-led, African American vocal ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock® marks its 50th anniversary with a powerful celebration. The Alden Theatre (1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, VA), 1:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.

Tyler Goldstein

Tyler Goldstein performs. Dogwood Tavern (132 W. Broad St., Falls Church), 9:30 p.m.

GMU Mens Basketball vs. Rhode Island

GMU Mens Basketball takes on University of Rhode Island. EagleBank Arena (4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax, VA), 2:00 p.m.

GMU Mens Tennis vs. JMU

GMU Mens Tennis takes on James Madison University. Burke Racquet and Swim Club (6001 Burke Commons Rd., Burke, VA), 7:00 p.m.