The Night Before Christmas
Santa reads the beloved classic "A Visit from St. Nicholas" by Clement Clarke Moore, also known as "The Night Before Christmas".
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
The Cathedral Brass Christmas Concert
Join us for a virtual concert by the Cathedral Brass.
Featured works include Anthony DiLorenzo's Fum Fum Fum, Vince Guaraldi's O Tannenbaum (from the television special “A Charlie Brown Christmas”), and LeRoy Anderson’s A Christmas Festival, jazz settings of traditional Christmas carols, including Go Tell It on the Mountain, Little Drummer Boy, and Greensleeves, and other holiday favorites.
The concert features Roger Rossi, former trumpet soloist for the Army Blues, and the Cathedral Brass trombone section.
This concert is part of the Bonita Lestina Old Town Hall Performance Series.
Fairfax City Minute - December 17, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - December 17, 2020
Arts abound and the best seat in the house is at your house! Grab some hot chocolate or pop some popcorn and settle in, The Cathedral Brass Christmas Concert, CFBA Virtual Christmas in Fairfax Special, the Fairfax Ballet's Nutcracker: Dancing through the City and Santa reading "The Night Before Christmas" are all on tap. Find out how to view here!
Fairfax City Minute - December 10, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - December 10, 2020
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center and Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center present "In Their Words: A Civil War Christmas"; City of Fairfax Fire Department collects for #ToysforTots; Stay Connected Fairfax City is a new tool to keep you informed; "City Samaritan" seeks to share the stories of those individuals making a difference in the communty; and the weather will be great for yardwork this weekend - You rake'em. We'll take'em!
Jim Smith's 100 Birthday
We would like to wish a very special happy 100th birthday to longtime Old Lee Hills resident Jim “Horse” Smith. Jim served in the Marines in World War II, earning two Silver Stars and the Purple Heart as a member of Edison’s Raiders. After the war, his service to the country continued with a 39-year career with the Central Intelligence Agency. A citizen-led parade was held today, Pearl Harbor Day, to honor his service to his country and his community – and to celebrate his incredible milestone! Happy Birthday, Jim!
Festival of Lights (Virtual) December 5, 2020
Celebrate the Festival of Lights, Fairfax City’s official launch of the holiday season, with a new 2020 twist: a virtual presentation of the annual tree lighting. The Mayor and City Council — and Santa — will be virtually present, and will say a few words, before the tree is lit for all to see.
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Fairfax City Minute - December 3, 2020
Get the scoop on The Small Business Saturday Elf Hunt, Virtual Festival of Lights, Santa's Ride, where to find unique gifts for your holiday shopping and more!
Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
City of Fairfax Police Department
Old Lee Hwy Stakeholder Advisory Meeting #3
Mayor's Message - December 2, 2020
Mayor David Meyer, shares important information about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), how the City of Fairfax and other localities in the region are working with health officials on the vaccination effort, and how everyone in the community can help.
#FairfaxCityStrong
Fairfax City Minute - November 19, 2020
Check out what's happening around the City of Fairfax.
Fairfax City Economic Development Authority
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
#ShopLocal
#OTHPerformanceSeries
#ThanksgivingHoliday
City Flix: Arbor Day 2020
#FairfaxCity and City of Fairfax Sustainability celebrated 33 years of participation in the Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA program on October 24, 2020 in Providence Park.
City Flix is a collaboration between George Mason University Film and Video Studies and Fairfax City. Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
Fairfax City Minute - November 12, 2020
#FairfaxCity is seeking applications for a community engagement stakeholder group for Connecting Fairfax City for All. Visit engage.fairfaxva.gov to apply. Taxpayer Assistance Program or "TAP" offers no-interest loans for real estate and personal property taxes. Visit, fairfaxva.gov/TAP. Donate "Mac & Cheese and Masks" to Fairfax teachers at macandmaskfx.com. PLUS, learn how to participate in virtual Community Knit/Crochet events and a virtual history talk.
Roberts Road and Forest Avenue Drainage Improvement Project
This project will replace the undersized storm drainage system at the intersection of Roberts Rd. and Forest Ave. in Fairfax City, Va. Approximately 500 feet of storm pipe and five storm structures will be installed. The upgraded storm sewers will be able to handle a higher volume of water during intense rain events, thereby reducing roadway flooding and runoff impacts to private properties. The project is scheduled to begin in December and is estimated to be completed summer 2021.
For more information, visit:
https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/drainage-improvement-roberts-road-and-forest-avenue
Mayor's Message
Mayor David Meyer focuses on money in his message this week as the City of Fairfax enters into the budgeting process for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021.
Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail
On October 31, City of Fairfax Police Department and the Fairfax City Parks and Recreation joined forces for the first-ever Trick or Treat Trail in Fairfax History, allowing families to “trick or treat” safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dressed in their Halloween best, participants drove through a special trail adjacent to the city police station, and police and parks personnel handed out candy and other special goodies to 512 “boos” and “ghouls.”
Fairfax City Minute - November 5, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - November 5, 2020
Connecting Fairfax City for All is a community conversation about racial and social equity. Share your ideas and see what others are saying at engage.fairfaxva.gov. A 15-member stakeholder groups is being assembled. If you are interested in serving on this group, apply by December 1. Visit fairfaxva.gov and search "stakeholders application".
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation invites you to shop the Virtual Holiday Craft Show in November: FairfaxHolidayShow.com. Veterans Day is November 11. Here's the city closures and service changes you need to know. Curbside leaf collection runs through December 31. Rake loose leaves to the curb. Some delays may occur, but please leave the leaves at the curb.
Fairfax City Minute - October 29, 2020
Check out what's going on around the City of Fairfax for Halloween. Get the scoop on ways to cast your ballot in the November 3, 2020 General Election. Rake loose leaves to the curb! Curbside Leaf Collection begins November 2. Don't forget to "Fall Back" one hour on Sunday, November 1 and while you are changing your clocks, change the batteries in your smoke detectors too!
Old Lee Hwy Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting #2
Fairfax City Minute - October 22, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - October 22, 2020
#FairfaxCity offers wastewater bill payment assistance for qualifying Fairfax City residents impacted by #COVID19. Watch @FairfaxCityTheatreCompany present Cabaret TONIGHT at 7 pm on Cityscreen-12 or watch on fairfaxva.gov, click on the 12 on the bottom of the homepage. Explore "virtually" the known and unknown burials at Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center. Enter the Fairfax City Parks and Recreation Great Pumpkin Carving Contest. Early voting at City Hall for City of Fairfax registered voters, Monday-Saturday, 8:30 am - 5 pm. Information: fairfaxva.gov/vote.
Mayor's Message - October 21, 2020
Mayor's Message - October 21, 2020
Mayor David Meyer shares important information for City of Fairfax residents about the upcoming November 3, 2020 General Election.
For more information, visit fairfaxva.gov/vote or call the Office of Voter Registration and Elections at 703-385-7891.
Laid to Rest: Stories from the Historic Blenheim Cemetery
Laid to Rest: Stories from the Historic Blenheim Cemetery
Saturday, October 24 at 2 pm. This virtual program, with site manager Andrea Loewenwarter, will explore the known and unknown burials on the Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center site. Hear about the family and the use of modern technology that has raised questions about the site.
Please join the meeting on Saturday from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/500319741
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States (Toll Free): 1 866 899 4679
United States: +1 (571) 317-3116
Access Code: 500-319-741
Fairfax City Minute - October 15, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - October 15, 2020
Enter the Fairfax City Parks and Recreation Great Pumpkin Carving Contest. City of Fairfax Theatre Company hosts a Cabaret and Fundraiser on Saturday at the Veterans Amphitheater at 4 pm. Info: fairfaxcitytheatre.org. Visit www.fairfaxva.gov to take the Urban Forest survey. Fairfax City Economic Development Authority reminds you to #ShopLocal and #ShopinPlace!
Fairfax City Minute - October 15, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - October 15, 2020
Get into the Halloween Spirit and enter your best Jack-o'-lantern in the Fairfax City Parks and Recreation virtual Great Pumpkin Carving Contest!!! Email all photos to [email protected] by October 28.
City of Fairfax Theatre Company is hosting their annual Cabaret & Fundraiser at the Veterans Amphitheater on Saturday, 10/17 at 4 pm. Info: FairfaxCityTheatre.org. Take the Urban Forest Survey at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/UrbanForestFFXCty.
Mayor's Message - October 14, 2020
Mayor's Message - October 14, 2020
Mayor David Meyer shares information about the wonderful Public Works Department we have here in the City of Fairfax.
#LiveLifeConnected
Fairfax City Minute - October 8, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - October 8, 2020
City of Fairfax Police Department reminds you to: LOCK your vehicles. TAKE your keys and valuables. HIDE any valuables that need to remain in the vehicle. Tuesday, October 13 is the last day to register to vote in the November 3, 2020 General Election. Register now for a virtual public workshop on the Bike Fairfax City Plan on October 15 at 7 pm. Reserve your space now for the SPOOKtactular Science Show at the Veterans Amphitheater at 1:30 pm on Halloween. This Fairfax City Parks and Recreation event is FREE, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Visit fairfaxva.gox and search "Community Events".
#MadScienceofDC
A Place to Eat Delivers Food Security
A Place to Eat Delivers Food Security
Led by Katy Malesky, A Place to Eat supplements the Fairfax County Public Schools food assistance program. Her program is providing food to nearly 200 families with students in city schools this fall. To donate, please visit aplacetostand.org.
City Flix is a collaboration between Fairfax City and George Mason University's Film and Video Studies. George Mason University City of Fairfax Schools
Cast Your Vote
Cast Your Vote
This video shares important dates and information regarding the November 3, 2020 General Election in the City of Fairfax. For more information, visit fairfaxva.gov/vote or call 703-385-7891.
City Flix
City Flix
A George Mason University student shares his perspective on being a Mason student during the COVID-19 pandemic. This video was produced by a George Mason University Film and Video Studies student as part of an internship with the City of Fairfax Communications and Marketing Department.
#CityFlix George Mason University
Fairfax City Minute - October 1, 2020
Fairfax City Minute - October 1, 2020
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation holds the first Virtual Fall Festival throughout the month of October. Check it out at FairfaxFallFest.com. Fairfax City Resolve is a new way to report problems and request services from the city’s website. You can also download the app to your smartphone.
Tinyurl.com/ballotscout can track your ballot through the mail.
And don’t forget that Personal Property Tax and vehicle registration fees are due October 5.
Stuff the Bus
City Flix - Stuff the Bus
Check out this video produced by a George Mason University Film and Video Studies student showcasing last weekend's Stuff the Bus event at Van Dyck Park.
City residents generously donated 3,174 pounds of food during the two Stuff the Bus events held in September. The donated food will be distributed by Food for Others. Thank you!
City Flix is a collaboration between Fairfax City and George Mason University's Film and Video Studies.
#LiveLifeConnected
#StufftheBus
#FoodforOthers
#CityFlix