Holiday Activities next weekend in NOVA/DC for kids?

[pamD]

I have visitors coming from out of town next weekend (the 13th). Any ideas (besides the National Christmas Tree) of seasonal things for two elementary-aged boys (and possibly my toddler) to see/do in DC or Northern VA?

[Anonymous]

Union Station and the U.S. Botanical Gardens both have neat holiday train displays.

Brookside Garden (in Wheaton) is one of my FAVORITE places at the holidays. I live in Vienna, but we make the trip because its so neat. Bazillions of lights set up in the Garden... and a nice, probably .5 - .75 mile walk through them.
Bull Run Park in Centerville also has a lights display that people like, but I think it pales in comparison to Brookside. Its different, because you stay in your car and drive through the park (past the displays)... I found it disappointing.

[zumbamama]

I was just invited to this Filipino Christmas Crafts event this weekend:

Learn about the Filipino customs and traditions of Simbang Gabi.
Join us for a "Parol Making Activity" for the Youth and Adults
EVENT: Parol Making Workshop
DATE: December 06, 2008 Sat 11am- 3pm

Skyline Sport and Health 5115 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA

Please RSVP: Space is limited.Click here to reserve a spot
Call 703-403-5624 Ed Tiong

Directions:click here to Skyline Sport & Health Club
Cost:$12 or donation to cover cost of materials

RSVP requested to have adequate supplies on hand.
Please bring the following materials to construct the parol:
> Pair of scissors
> Hammer/ pliers
> Beer/coffee mug - to hold the parol
> Any plastic covering for the working tables

The Parol Kit will include the paper materials but you may bring other
materials to complement their own creation, like their personal
pictures, their personal pets or any other colorful items as touch ups
for the finishing touches;Enroll online; click on link for Parol Making or go to calendar.
Note: If your child have any special needs please notify us via email @ [e-mail] or call us @ 703-403-5624.