Now through July 22, 2012 in McLean, Virginia:

Summer Colonial Market Fair—Sit in the shade and savor roast chicken and spicy sausages, enjoy summer dancing and singing, test your water color and writing skills with Mr. Andrews at the Stationer. Muster with the militia and re-outfit your home in furniture from the Cabinet Maker or take a fencing lesson. Catch up on the latest news from the frontier and trade stories while enjoying local ale and porter at the Tavern. Try hands-on crafts such as spinning and shop for goods from the finest merchants in the colonies. Weather permitting. For more information: Claude Moore Colonial Farm, 703-442-7557.