Weekend Planner: Living History, Ghost Tour, Green Tree Frogs

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Where/When: . July 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Why Go: Relive history through sword-fighting demonstrations by Have Blade Will Travel, lace-making demonstrations from the Piedmont Lace Guild, artifacts and combat uniforms from the National Museum of the Marine Corps, artifacts from the American Wartime Museum, colonial games from Rippon Lodge, and a passport and stamp from the Virginia Time Traveler. At various times throughout the day, there will be a pirate school, Civil War cavalry horse and owner, four-part harmony period music, and more.

Pricing: Free.

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Where/When: 125 Mill St, Occoquan. July 16, 7 p.m.  

Why Go: Tour Occoquan's spookier side. Guided tours are available Friday and Saturday evenings, and group tours of 10 or more people are available by appointment.  If you are interested in taking a tour, you must make a reservation and pay for the tour in advance at Polka Dot Divas. The tours last about one hour, so be sure to dress appropriately for a lot of walking and being outdoors.

Pricing: $10. Children 10 and younger $5. All sales final unless tour is cancelled.

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 Where/When: , 2001 Daniel K Ludwig Dr, Woodbridge. July 16, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Why Go: It was expected of women who lived during the Colonial and Civil eras to be skilled at sewing and embroidery, so head over the Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center and see some Colonial style samplers and try out cross stitching to see if you are up to par with the women of the past. This is appropriate for ages 4 and up.

Pricing:  $2 per person or $6 per family.       

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Where/When: 7301 High Point Road, Lorton. July 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Why Go: Learn about green tree frogs at Mason Neck State Park. Visit their website. Call 703-631-0013.

Pricing: $5 for county residents. $7 for non-residents.

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 Where/When: , 2001 Daniel K Ludwig Dr, Woodbridge. July 16, 9-11 a.m.

Why Go: Come join a ranger for a guided canoe tour. Explore Powell's Creek and enjoy the wildlife and marsh plants while testing your canoe skills. Participants must register in the Visitors Center before the tour.

 Pricing: $9 per person or $6 for reserved groups of four or more.