Top 5: The Week Ahead in McLean

Patch loves its readers eight days a week so what better way to show our love than to make sure you know the coolest, hottest and smartest things going on in your neighborhood and around town.

This week, McLean Patch editors highlight where you need to be and what you need to see this week.

1. American Girl Lunch and River Cruise. Tuesday, at 9 a.m., meet at Tysons and head out by bus for a cruise with the Potomac Riverboat Company. Afterward, enjoy lunch with your favorite doll at the American Girl Bistro at Tysons Corner Center in McLean. Roundtrip transportation included. Preregister. 

• Tickets: $55 per person
  
• Reservations required; call toll-free 877-247-5223.
• For all ages.

2. Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center: Head to "It's 5:30 Somewhere—Promoting Your Business After Hours," Wednesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Access Compounding Pharmacy, 1450 Emerson Ave. For more information, call 703-356-5424.

3. Redskins Fan? The Washington Redskins begin training camp in Richmond this week. If you've always wanted to watch the team before the first game, now's your chance. Here's all the scoop on the training center fan schedule if you want to try to go see the team in Richmond. Go Redskins!

4. Musicians. The State Fair of Virginia is seeking local music acts to play during the 10-day fair, which begins Sept. 27. There is no charge to perform and performers are not paid. Artists would play at the Meadow Event Park’s Triple Crown Amphitheater. Send information to Micki Long at micki@threeoneoneproductions.com

5. Performance Art. Looking to do something artsy this week? Stop by the Capital Fringe Festival showcasing exploratory and contemporary performances. It’s going on now and runs through July 28. The festival is being held in a variety of venues in Washington, DC ranging from the Goethe Institute on 7th St., NW to Studio Theatre on 14th St., NW.