🥡🍔Takeout Tuesday! Try out our interactive map to see if your favorite restaurant is open.
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Fairfax City Elf Hunt
Are you ready for our Small Business Saturday - Fairfax City Elf Hunt?
Start your Saturday off with us and the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce by visiting us at our Welcome Station from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive. Pick up your elf hunt card, Small Business Saturday swag and enjoy small treats. We hope to see you there!
Fairfax City Elf Hunt
Work off that Thanksgiving meal and join us as we celebrate Small Business Saturday with a city-wide elf hunt in our business community beginning Saturday, November 30. Visit https://fairfaxcityconnected.com/2019/10/08/elfhunt/ for details on how you can shop small and local.
Fairfax City Elf Hunt
Join us beginning Saturday, November 30 through Sunday, December 15 for the Fiarfax City Elf Hunt in celebration of Small Business Saturday.
You can pick up an Elf Hunt Card at our Welcome Station at Old Town Hall, 3999 University Drive on Saturday, Novmeber 30 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Then, visit businesses in search of elves. We hope to see you there!
Participating businesses include Alpine Ski Shop Fairfax, ALOHA Mind Math Reading Writing, Fairfax, VA, Cameron's Coffee & Chocolates, Chubby Squirrel Brewing Company, Cinema Arts Theatre, Commonwealth Dry Goods, CupCakes & Beyond VA, Dante Salon and Wellness Spa, Dixer Custom Tattooing, DIY Scent Studio Perfumery, Duck Donuts, Epiphany Pilates, Fairfax Surf Shop, Fairfax Veterinary Hospital, Games & Comics Pair O' Dice, Ground Gaia, High Side, Huntington Learning Center Fairfax, VA - BrightMinds LLC, Joy Unlimited - www.joy-unlimited.com, Mara Hair And Mode Studio, Mobius Records, Ornery Beer Company, Pacers Running Fairfax, Paint Your Own Pottery, Fairfax, Patriots Pub & Grill, Tandoori Nights Fairfax, The Standard Barbershop, TITLE Boxing Club Fairfax, Twins Ace Hardware - Fairfax, Weber's Pet Supermarket
https://fairfaxcityconnected.com/2019/10/08/elfhunt/
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Patriots in the City
WELCOME BACK GMU! We’re excited to have you in Fairfax City and invite you to see all that we have to offer when you study at George Mason University. From arts to live music and restaurants, you’ll find yourself right at home in Fairfax City.
Not sure where to go? We’ve asked GMU students what they love about Fairfax City and have highlighted activities and attractions in a new video series, “Patriots in the City”. For our first video, we’ve followed Student Government President, Camden Layton and Student Government Vice-President, Adia McLaughlin as they visited their favorite places to go when they’re not on campus. We’ll release a new video series each quarter so be sure to like, tag, and check back with us.
Go Patriots!
E-Scooters in the City
Have you taken an e-scooter for a spin in the city yet?
Dockless electric scooters officially arrived in the city on July 8th. They’re a great way to ride around your neighborhood, visit a favorite city business, or get to a meeting.
If you’re new to scootering, don’t forget to visit our city site https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/public-works/transportation-division/dockless-mobility for riding techniques, rules, and etiquette. The city is also hosting a community event on Sunday, July 14 in the upper parking lot of Old Town Square so that you can practice and learn more about the program.
The rumors are true…ELECTRIC SCOOTERS are coming to Fairfax City starting July 8. 🚨 🛴
Fairfax City will be permitting three scooter companies operating on a pilot-trial basis (Lime, Bird and Spin); riders will need to download the company’s app before they can operate the scooter.
The city will be hosting a series of “scooter rodeos” in the city neighborhoods this summer to help residents get familiar with scooters and learn how to download and use the app.
If you have general questions or comments about the City’s dockless mobility program, please visit fairfaxva.gov/dockless for details, or email [email protected].
NOTE: City transportation team will be monitoring several things during this dockless mobility pilot program including (but not limited to) safety and accessibility, compliance with the rules, and mobility impacts and benefits.
Rock the Block is just around the corner!
Don’t forget, this year we will be giving out FREE Rock the Block t-shirts for the first 20 people that return a copy of their Rock the Block Backstage Pass verifying they made purchases at 3 or more of the 12 businesses featured on the pass during the week of Saturday, May 25 through Saturday, June 1.
Passes can be emailed to our Office of Economic Development at [email protected] or sent to 10455 Armstrong St., Suite 316, Fairfax, VA 22030. Another bonus, each recipient of a t-shirt will be entered in a drawing to win a $500 gift card that will be selected at the end of the concert series in November!
We’re excited to share our Fairfax City business video featuring Bill Hamrock, Owner of Hamrock's Restaurant. Hamrock’s Restaurant is a neighborhood restaurant located in the historic Moore-McCandlish House in Old Town Fairfax City. With Hamrock’s Restaurant, Bill not only fulfilled his dream of owning a small family-friendly restaurant he’s helping shape the restaurant scene and food culture in Fairfax City. When asked to use one word to describe doing business in Fairfax City, Bill stated, “I would say community. It just feels like one big great neighborhood”. We’re proud that Bill Hamrock has made Fairfax City the home of Hamrock’s Restaurant!
Weber's Pet Supermarket has been in Fairfax City for over 25 years. What makes it a great place is not only their authentic involvement with the community but also how they share their love for animals. Weber’s Pet Supermarket is passionate about animals but also their customers. In fact for Weber’s Pet Supermarket, seeing how customers support city businesses is one of the greatest things about having a business in Fairfax City. Hear from Weber’s Pet Supermarket owner, Debra Clark on her story of doing business in Fairfax City and learn more by visiting fairfaxcityconnected.com/testimonials.
Getting to meetings on time just got that much easier!
OED Director Christopher Bruno on a typical Monday afternoon in the City Manager’s suite. No City of Fairfax employees were harmed during the filming of this video.
Fairfax City’s businesses have great partnerships with one another creating a community that is both supportive and connected. We feel that our city businesses communicate best what it’s like to be a part of Fairfax City. Hear from Epicure Café family owners Mojdeh Rezaeipour and Gus Rezaeipour as they tell their story of doing business in Fairfax City while being home to an affirming creative community. To learn more visit fairfaxcityconnected.com/testimonials.
Fairfax City’s business environment features strong and independent businesses that are supportive and centered around community. Hearing from our local businesses in the best way to communicate what it means to be part of Fairfax City. Hear from Twins Ace Hardware - Fairfax Co-Owner Craig Smith as he tells his story of doing business in Fairfax City. To learn more visit fairfaxcityconnected.com/testimonials.
Commonwealth Dry Goods Business Testimonial
Fairfax City is more than just a suburb outside of Washington, DC. It’s a City that’s inviting with unique businesses that contribute to the community and economic activity. Don’t just take our word for it, hear what our Fairfax City business owners like Commonwealth Dry Goods have to say. To learn more visit fairfaxcityconnected.com/testimonials.
Due to inclement weather, our Welcome Station will be closing at noon! Our game boards are available at FairfaxCityConnected.com and at the participating businesses. Shop Small and don’t forget to submit your completed game boards at [email protected]!
Red Effect - Boxing in Place
Ready to kick some holiday calories? Come join us for the ribbon cutting and grand opening for Red Effect Infrared Fitness - Fairfax, VA on Thursday, December 6 at 5:00 p.m. at 3950 University Dr., Fairfax, VA 22030. Red Effect will be offering free classes for the entire night!
Can’t wait to see you there!
Congratulations to Chubby Squirrel Brewing Company on their grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration today! They are open till 9:00 pm tonight. Make sure to stop by to celebrate and for a chance to win a Chubby Squirrel Brewing Company gift card!
More scenes from restaurant week!
Earlier this week our City's elected officials visited each of our participant restaurants to thank them for taking part in Fairfax City Restaurant Week 2018. Thank you for helping communicate to the region that Fairfax is a dining destination! A special thank you to our Fairfax City Economic Development Authority and the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce for helping to develop the week. The Wine House @The Auld Shebeen PJ SKIDOOS Pampa Sazone Latin Cuisine Marumen High Side Hamrock's Restaurant French Quarter Brasserie - Fairfax Virginia Eastwind Restaurant Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar Curry Mantra - Restaurant in fairfax Coyote Grille Breakers Korean BBQ & Grill - Fairfax Bellissimo Restaurant, Fine Northern Italian Cuisine 29 Diner 21 Great American Bistro 🍽️
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Earlier this week our City's elected officials visited each of our participant restaurants to thank them for taking part in Fairfax City Restaurant Week 2018. Thank you for helping communicate to the region that Fairfax is a dining destination! A special thank you to our Fairfax City Economic Development Authority and the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce for helping to develop the week. The Wine House The Auld Shebeen PJ SKIDOOS Pampa Sazone Latin Cuisine Marumen High Side Hamrock's Restaurant French Quarter Brasserie - Fairfax Virginia Eastwind Restaurant Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar Curry Mantra - Restaurant in fairfax Coyote Grille Breakers Korean BBQ & Grill - Fairfax Bellissimo Restaurant, Fine Northern Italian Cuisine 29 Diner 21 Great American Bistro🍽️
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Scout on the Circle Ribbon Cutting
Yesterday the Mayor and City Council participated in the long awaited groundbreaking for Scout on the Circle. The project, by Combined Properties, will establish a new gateway for the City by creating quality housing options and diverse, new retail spaces. For more information on this project, visit the project website at scoutonthecircle.com. Thank you to everyone from the City who attended the groundbreaking event.
Fairfax City Restaurant Week March 2018
Get Ready to #TakeaBiteofFairfaxCity March 4th though 10th. Visit fairfaxcityrestaurantweek.com for more information.
Live Life Connected in Fairfax City
Live Life Outdoors, Together, Central, CONNECTED. #LifeLifeConnected in Fairfax City. Check out our new video! Be sure to share, like, comment, etc. We want to hear from you why you enjoy living, working, or shopping in Fairfax. Living in the DC area has never been easier and there is no better place to bring your family or your business than Fairfax, VA.
Small Business Saturday Promo
Come see how easy it is to #ShopSmalll in Fairfax City this holiday season. Check out our new City promo, smash the like button, and share with friends. Don't forget to #ShopSmallFFX with the City on 11/25 and visit our welcome station in the downtown park from 9am-12pm. There will also be a scavenger hunt with cash prizes!
Facade Improvement Program Kick-Off
Come down to The Standard Barbershop today until 3 and help raise money for the St. Baldrick's Foundation that helps fund pediatrician cancer research.
Bike to Work Day at Old Town Square
Ribbon cutting at Kai10 Sushi at Fair City Mall. For a virtual tour of the restaurant skip ahead to the 4 minute mark!
This is the official page for the Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
