EVENTS, MUSIC, ART & THEATRE

they’ve lent their voices to causes they champion, their talent in collaboration with other artists of every medium, and their time in support of women and girls worldwide. BETTY will appear at the Reston Pride Festival earlier that day. For the evening performance, it’s recommended that children under 16 be accompanied by an adult. The CenterStage (2310 Colts Neck Rd., Reston, VA), 8:00 p.m.

All Member Show

Falls Church Arts features the works of member artists with last names beginning with letters L-Z, on display in the gallery daily, except Mondays, through June 17. Falls Church Arts (700-B W. Broad St., Falls Church), 11:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.

Community Conversation: Desegregation of Falls Church Libraries & the Question of Access. Public libraries are the cornerstones of American democracy but they have not always been accessible to all. An informative program on the desegregation of the City of Falls Church's library system with an interactive discussion on access to libraries today. Mary Riley Styles Public Library (120 N. Virginia Ave., Lower Level Conf. Rm., Falls Church), 1:30 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.

The Honor Of Your Presence…

LTA production of Pearl Cleage’s

The Nacirema Society Requests the Honor of Your Presence at a Celebration of Their First One Hundred Years. Matriarch Grace Dunbar is more annoyed with than inspired by the civil rights movement. While fearful that the protests will overshadow her treasured cotillion, she is at war with change, but will not go down without a fight. A sparkling comedy of manners set in Montgomery, Alabama in 1964, this play’s clever and sharp dialogue pokes fun at a Black social group’s preparation for the 100th anniversary celebration of its cotillion, even as the civil rights protest efforts are looming. The Little Theatre of Alexandria (600 Wolfe St., Alexandria, VA), 3:00 p.m.

Queer Joy Art Party

Get ready for pride! Create your own t-shirt, button, or other work of art to wear during Pride Month using designs and equipment provided by The Shop!

Meet other folks celebrating pride! Limited materials provided. First-come, first-served. Free event. Central Library (1015 N. Quincy St., Arlington, VA), 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.

Evening Art Critique Group

Free and open to all artist levels. Bring a piece to share for feedback, or join other art enthusiasts for community. Falls Church

Arts (700-B W. Broad St., Falls Church), 7:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.

City Council Work Sessions are held the first and third Monday of the month, with the exception of August and December when only one meeting is held. These meetings are open to the public and are conducted to allow Council Members to discuss upcoming legislation and policy issues; the public is not generally invited to speak. Watch the meeting at fallschurchva.gov/CouncilMeetings or FCCTV (Cox 11, RCN 2, Verizon 35). Video will be available after the meeting both online and on FCCTV. City Hall (300 Park Ave., Dogwood A-B, Falls Church), 7:30 p.m. — 11:00 p.m.

Join local artist Molly McCracken for a workshop on exploring the art of paper weaving. Learn basic techniques, consider materials, be inspired by artists using paper weaving in their practice and create your own masterpiece in a supportive and inclusive setting. All levels of experience with art are welcomed. Mary Riley Styles Public Library (120 N. Virginia Ave., Lower Level Conf. Rm., Falls Church), 10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.

Parents, students, teachers, staff, and community members may drop by (no registration required) to ask questions and offer feedback in a casual environment. This is not a private setting. Community members who prefer to have a private exchange with the School Board should contact the members via email to set up a meeting. This will be the last Office Hours for the academic year. Office Hours will resume in September. Clare and Don's Beach Shack (130 N. Washington St., Falls Church), 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.

Regular monthly EDA meeting. Viget Offices (105 W. Broad St., 5th Floor, Falls Church), 7:00 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.

The News-Press congratulates the Meridian High School Class of 2023 on their graduation day! The graduation ceremony will be held on the football field. Meridian High School (121 Mustang Alley, Falls Church), 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.

Planning Commission meeting. City Hall (300 Park Ave., Council Chambers/Court Room, Falls Church), 7:30 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.

Kumanana!

Opening night! As poets, musicians, dancers, choreographers, and historians, Victoria and Nicomedes Santa Cruz led the resurgence of Afro-Peruvian arts in the 1960s. Their efforts to restage and reconstruct forgotten genres of Afro-Peruvian cultural history in Lima’s most prestigious theaters provided powerful resistance to their marginalization at a crucial moment in history. Celebrating the legacy of the Santa Cruz siblings in this captivating musical revue that features their own original music and writing, Kumanana shines a spotlight on the wealth of artistry from the Afro-Peruvian community. Gala Theatre (3333 14th St. NW, Washington, DC), 8:00 p.m.