Providence Park-GMU & Live Jazz (Rating: D)
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Have you ever explored the lovely grounds of George Mason University? Join me for a new 5 mile hike from Providence Park to George Mason, followed by FREE, live jazz! Starting in Providence Park, we'll take the connector trail to George Mason University, which crosses 123/Ox Rd. We'll loop around campus past some highlights (including the very cool observatory) and sculptures. We'll break for lunch on the patio outside Johnson Hall before the concert. You can bring your own, or purchase something from the food court. Following lunch, we'll head to the deLaski Performing Arts Building, 4480 Aquia Creek Lane. The concert will run from 12:30-1:15pm, featuring Shawn Purcell Jazz Combos. Following the concert, we'll walk back to Providence Park. For those wanting to skip the concert, you are welcome to head back early on your own. We should finish the pre-concert hike by 11:30.
MEET: Please plan to meet at 9:15am for a 9:30am start at Providence Park, 10715 West Dr., Fairfax. Look for the FYPC Club House and playground.
HIKE: ~5 miles with little elevation gain, the majority on pavement to include some urban sidewalks. Pace will be 2.5-3mph while moving. We will be stopping at various points around campus. It's about 2.3 miles round trip from Providence Park to GMU, then about 2.5 miles around campus.
JAZZ CONCERT: Bio on Shawn Purcell:
https://www.shawnpurcell.com/about
We will meet at 12:15pm to go in, as seating is first come. first served. Walk inside deLaski Performing Arts Building (behind Center for the Arts) from Wilkins Plaza, and turn to the right. Go though the doors under the sign "Reva and Sid Dewberry". The Jazz Room is on the right.
RESTROOMS: Porta potty at Providence Park at the start, plus The Observatory for a quick break. The Johnson Center also has restrooms.
FEE: No cost for parking or concert
DOGS: No dogs please
LEADER: Kris N (618) 623-2484. If you message me, please include your name. Thank you.