Founders Week 2016 is working towards its big finish this weekend. Here’s what is on tap as Reston continues celebrating the life of its late founder Robert E. Simon Jr.:
Friday, April 8
The Rhythmic Circus at Reston Community Center Hunters Woods, 8 p.m.
Saturday, April 9
Founders Day Celebration, Lake Anne Plaza, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join the Reston Historic Trust and Museum to celebrate Robert E. Simon and the community. Founder’s Day will feature a 50-foot Ferris wheel sponsored by Reston Association (RA); children’s activities; children’s art projects in cooperation with the Initiative for Public Art – Reston (IPAR); musical entertainment for all ages provided by local artists and schools; guided walks around Lake Anne Plaza in cooperation with IPAR and RA; and remarks by local elected officials.Â
Zachary Oxman, sculptor of “Bronze Bob,” will be on the plaza in front of the Reston Museum Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to demonstrate how he made the iconic statue. He will have videos, pictures, and welding equipment that you can try on. Bring your favorite photo of Bronze Bob.
Movie Screening — Fun, Beauty and Fantasy: Reston’s Public Art, RCC Lake Anne. Showings every 15 minutes from 10 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 3 p.m. This 15-minute film by Reston’s Rebekah Wingert-Jabi includes historic footage and information about the sculptures and fountains at Lake Anne and Reston Town Center, as well as the mosaic work at the Glade Drive underpass.
Sunday, April 10
A Gift to Bob’s Community, Hyatt Regency Reston, 2 to 4 p.m.
Celebrate the life of Robert E. Simon, Jr. with the Audubon Quartet, a short film about his life created by Storycatcher Productions, and stories of his times and experiences. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations required. Call CenterStage Box Office at 703-476-4500, and Press 3. There is a limit of 4 reservations per household.
Mercury Fountain Celebration, Reston Town Center, 4:30 p.m.
Following the Bob Simon Celebration at the Hyatt, join the community to turn on the Mercury Fountain for the 2016 season. Music, refreshments, family fun, and a brief dedication.
Another Way of Living: The Story of Reston, VA, Reston Town Center Pavilion, 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a free screening of the documentary film about Reston. Bring blankets or chairs for seating.
Recent Stories
Beaver munching on grass by Walney Pond in Chantilly (staff photo by Angela Woolsey) Shake Shack proposed for Kamp Washington Shopping Center — “Fairfax City Board of Architectural Review approved…
Taim Mediterranean Kitchen is officially open in Reston (Photo courtesy taim). Taim Mediterranean Kitchen in Reston has permanently closed just four months after its opening. The New York-based chain, known…
Cat (staff photo by Vernon Miles) Cat declawing to be banned in Virginia — “Veterinarians will not be allowed to declaw cats in Virginia starting in July, unless there are certain…
The Knutson Companies is thrilled to announce new opportunities for Loudoun County living with the release of a new section of rooftop terrace townhomes and a brand new community of…
