Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

12/20/2020

Fairfax Ballet Company Dancing in the snow of Veterans Amphitheater

Have you signed up to see the magic that is a Nutcracker set in your city? Don't miss it!
https://www.fairfaxballet.org/2020-virtual-nutcracker

12/19/2020

City of Fairfax Government

Tonight! Don’t miss this virtual concert!

City of Fairfax Band Association got us a gift for the holiday season! A holiday concert featuring small and large ensembles, recorded by the musicians in their own homes and assembled into a virtual performance.
For information on CFBA, please visit FairfaxBand.org
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

12/18/2020

Fairfax, Spotlight on the Arts

You never know what you will find outside on a beautiful day in Fairfax! Sometimes it's a great ensemble recording their concert! Join the City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts for tonight's Bonita Lestina Old Town Hall Performance Series featuring Cathedral Brass, 8pm on their page or Cityscreen-12. Part of the concert was shot last Saturday at Veterans Amphitheater!

Tonight! Pop over to the City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts facebook at 8pm to watch the Cathedral Brass Christmas! It will also air on Cityscreen-12. See this song and so much more!

12/17/2020

Don't miss this family friendly fun event next Wednesday!

*UPDATE: The holiday reading & sing-along, Fee Fi Fa La La will be prerecorded and premiere on December 23 at 7pm via CFTC’s YouTube channel! Let your family and friends know and start coordinating who’s going to bring the hot cocoa & mini marshmallows and who’s bringing the eggnog for the premiere!

#FeeFiFaLaLa #holidayreading #singalong #cityoffairfax #CFTC

12/17/2020

Santa's Special Delivery Videos

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP!

Santa's got a busy weekend and wants to make sure he gets all his messages out to everyone before the holidays, so if you're interested, he's asking you to sign up today for your special video from him! Santa's Special Video Delivery

City of Fairfax Government
#livelifeconnected

12/15/2020

Hey, did you know we're on Snapchat? And did you know we have our very own Snapchat Lens? Well now you do and we'd love for you to test it out and send us your snaps!

Simply open the app and scan this code or in the app's Explore Page type Fairfax City Cheer.

Snap anywhere in the city! Snap while:
Seeing the tree and menorah in Old Town Square
Learning the piano on the pergola in Old Town Square
Playing in Van Dyck Park
Visiting the Historic Blenheim/Civil War Interpretive Center
Grab and Go at the city's downtown restaurants
And More!

Don't forget to send us your photos around the city! 📸
City of Fairfax Government
#livelifeconnected

12/15/2020

Santa's Special Delivery Videos

Santa's Official Nice List for 2020 is complete!

Sign up by THIS Thursday in order to get your special delivery video from Santa by Dec 24! He will customize the video specificly for your child to make them feel EXTRA special.

To sign up go to Santa's Special Video Delivery page and click the link in the description. Limited spots available!

City of Fairfax Government
#livelifeconnected

12/12/2020

Have you spotted the City's latest piece of art?

Galaxy Piano was installed on Friday in Old Town Square. The piano was donated to City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts last spring and painted by intern Hannah Bremmer.

#FairfaxPiano

City of Fairfax Government

12/07/2020

Our Virtual Craft Shows have been extended through the end of the year to support our wonderful vendors this season. Consider shopping local artists and small businesses for gifts this year. 🎁🎁

www.fairfaxholidayshow.com
www.fairfaxfallfestival.com

City of Fairfax Government
#livelifeconnected

12/07/2020

Virtual Festival of Lights

This year sure did give us all a lot to reflect on. As we continue to evovle and learn in new ways this year, we have may things to be grateful for.

If you missed our Virtual Festival of Lights this Saturday on Channel 12, fret not, you can watch it right here with a few words from City Council and the Mayor and countdown with Santa to see the beautiful tree light up in Old Town Square.

#livelifeconnected

12/03/2020

Who is ready to make holiday cookies!? 🙋‍♀️

Join Fall For The Book and Chef Peter Brett for a Holiday Cookie Demonstration! Sign up by Dec 8 to make sure you get the link and the recipes!

Calling all bakers, artists, cookie lovers! If you're all three, you've hit the jackpot. Join #fallforthebook 's Holiday Cookie Decorating Demonstration. This event supports Fall for the Book's future festivals. $20 will save your spot on Crowdcast - https://www.crowdcast.io/e/fftb_cookiefundraiser

12/02/2020

The tree at Old Town Hall is officially up! This year’s tree lighting will be virtual so make sure you turn on Channel 12 this Saturday at 5:30 PM or our page 🎄 Virtual Festival of Lights

Sponsored by Fair City Mall

City of Fairfax Government
#livelifeconnected

11/20/2020

City of Fairfax Government

City of Fairfax Government

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

11/18/2020

Due to the new restrictions Governor Northam enacted on Monday, November 16, 2020, reducing the gathering number back to the max of 25 people, the City of Fairfax Parks and Recreation Department have made the difficult decision to cancel the 4th Annual Outdoor Holiday Market this year.

While we are disappointed, we hope you understand that we’re taking these steps to keep everyone safe.

11/18/2020

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

The Virtual Holiday Craft Show is still going on and we're EXTENDING IT! Get your annual holiday shopping done safely by visiting www.fairfaxholidayshow.com and view the hundreds of talented artisans we have to offer!

City of Fairfax Government

#ffxvirtualcraftshows

Shop our Virtual Holiday Craft Show!

www.fairfaxholidayshow.com

Sponsored by Fair City Mall

11/18/2020

Join us THIS FRIDAY, Nov 20 at Sherwood Community Center for a free seminar on THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH.

Experiencing depression isn’t the same as being sad. Taking care of your mental health is as important as caring for physical conditions. Depression can actually worsen physical health conditions. Knowing the warning signs of depression can make a really difference in someone’s quality of life.

Due to Covid restrictions, the seminar is restricted to 25 attendees. Attendees must pre-register at https://apm.activecommunities.com/fairfaxcityrecdept/Activity_Search/13726

Seminar will be presented by speaker Lesley Abashian LCSW, CPM Director of Human Services, Fairfax City

City of Fairfax Government

11/13/2020

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with Fairfax City Public Schools in order to provide assistance for families in need in Fairfax City this holiday season.

The Parent Liaisons/School Counselors from Daniels Run, Providence Elementary have assisted in identifying these families each school. Additionally, this year, children in-need from Fairfax City Connected Care and Main Street Child Development Center will also be sponsored. These families completed a form with their information and wish list. This is a great opportunity for departments, companies, individuals or anyone who is looking to give back this season.

Want to donate or have a question? Contact Karen Lussier
[email protected] || 703-591-3689

Donation Options:
A. Sponsor a small family*: Buy gifts for a family of 3 children or less
B. Sponsor a large family*: Buy gifts for a family 4 or more children
C. Gift Card Donations: Local Grocery stores/ Target/ Walmart/VISA
D. Check/Cash donation: Staff will buy the gifts to donate to the families. Online monetary donations can be made here: https://pay.paygov.us/EndUser/PaymentAgency.aspx?ttid=14278
E. Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/7mxq9oL (Ships directly to us!)
F. Wrapping Supplies (Bags, Paper, Tissue Paper, Ribbon, Bows, Etc.)

Full Website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/recreation/sherwood-giving-tree

City of Fairfax Government

11/10/2020

Virtual HCS

Shop our Virtual Holiday Craft Show!

www.fairfaxholidayshow.com

Sponsored by Fair City Mall

11/10/2020

City of Fairfax Government

#FairfaxCity will observe Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11.

Here is government service information for 11/11:

- City government offices will be closed
-CUE Bus will offer modified weekday service
- Wednesday refuse & recycling routes will not be collected; Wed & Thurs routes both will be collected on Thursday, 11/12
- Fairfax Museum and Historic Blenheim will be open

Get the full scoop on the city website: fairfaxva.gov

11/06/2020

City of Fairfax Government

CHECK OUT OUR FIRST EVER TRICK OR TREAT DRIVE THROUGH!🚗🍬🚙🍫🚕

COVID has forced us to get creative and alter all of our events in the City, but we are up to the challenge and the community continues to support us!

Thank you to the City of Fairfax Police Department for allowing us to be a part of this special event and to all the families that came out and dressed up 🦸‍♀️👽🦹🧙‍♂️🧛‍♂️🧝🧟‍♀️🧚‍♀️🧛‍♀️👸

#livelifeconnected

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.”

11/05/2020

I don’t know about you but we are already having Halloween withdrawals...and not just from the candy!

We saw so many awesome costumes at the Drive-Thru Trick or Treat Trail last weekend and had so much fun handing out goodies. Over 500 vehicles came by in 3 hours! Thank you everyone for making this such a big first hit! 🎃🍫🍬

#livelifeconnected
City of Fairfax Government
City of Fairfax Police Department

11/04/2020

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

WE ARE LIVE!!! HOP OVER TO WWW.FAIRFAXHOLIDAYSHOW.COM TO SEE ALL OF THE WONDERFUL ARTISANS THIS YEAR AND CHECK OUT OUR FB STORIES TO HEAR FROM THEM PERSONALLY! 🛍🛍🎁

#ffxvirtualcraftshows

11/03/2020

Today is the day! Don't forget to go and vote! 🗳

Need more info on voting in Fairfax City?
https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/voter-registration/election-calendar/november-3-2020-general-election

11/3/20: Polls open until 7 pm. Please follow poll workers' directions, wear a face covering, and practice social distancing.

If you are IN LINE AT 7 PM, STAY IN LINE to vote.

See you at the polls!

#FairfaxCity #voter information: fairfaxva.gov/vote , 703-385-7891

11/02/2020

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation's cover photo

11/02/2020

Have a pumpkin that is starting to look a little sad out on your steps? Don't throw them out! Compost them! ♻️🎃

Extra bins have been added at our City Hall Composting Center (next to the community garden) to accommodate pumpkins!

https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/public-works/operations-division/refuse-recycling/composting/composting-center

City of Fairfax Government

11/02/2020

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with Fairfax City Public Schools in order to provide assistance for families in need in Fairfax City this holiday season.

The Parent Liaisons/School Counselors from Daniels Run, Providence Elementary have assisted in identifying these families each school. Additionally, this year, children in-need from Fairfax City Connected Care and Main Street Child Development Center will also be sponsored. These families completed a form with their information and wish list. This is a great opportunity for departments, companies, individuals or anyone who is looking to give back this season.

Want to donate or have a question? Contact Karen Lussier
[email protected] || 703-591-3689

Donation Options:
A. Sponsor a small family*: Buy gifts for a family of 3 children or less
B. Sponsor a large family*: Buy gifts for a family 4 or more children
C. Gift Card Donations: Local Grocery stores/ Target/ Walmart/VISA
D. Check/Cash donation: Staff will buy the gifts to donate to the families. Online monetary donations can be made here: https://pay.paygov.us/EndUser/PaymentAgency.aspx?ttid=14278
E. Amazon Wishlist (Link will be shared at a later date)
F. Wrapping Supplies (Bags, Paper, Tissue Paper, Ribbon, Bows, Etc.)

Full Details: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/recreation/sherwood-giving-tree

City of Fairfax Government

11/02/2020

WE ARE LIVE!!! HOP OVER TO WWW.FAIRFAXHOLIDAYSHOW.COM TO SEE ALL OF THE WONDERFUL ARTISANS THIS YEAR AND CHECK OUT OUR FB STORIES TO HEAR FROM THEM PERSONALLY! 🛍🛍🎁

#ffxvirtualcraftshows

10/30/2020

Second Category is....TRADITIONAL:

1st Place - Family Pumpkins by the Patel Family
2nd Place - Triangle Pumpkin by Ivan and Nathan Racadag
3rd Place - Frozen Pumpkins by Alison

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to the judges 🎉

10/30/2020

Second Category is....SPOOKIEST:

1st Place - Pennywise by Bobby Gibson
2nd Place - Monster by Christina Fontana
3rd Place - Scary Skeleton by Dorothy Bennett

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to the judges 🎉

10/30/2020

Second Category is....MOST ARTISTIC:

1st Place - Scary Tree by Toby Delrahim
2nd Place - Jack Skeleton by Christina Fontana
3rd Place - Bat by Aiden McNair

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to the judges 🎉

10/30/2020

THE WINNERS OF THE PUMPKIN CONTEST ARE IN 🎃!!

First Category is....MOST CREATIVE:

1st Place - Black Cat by Audra Hale-Maddox
2nd Place - Yoda by Toby Delrahim
3rd Place - Spider by Sophia McNair

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to the judges 🎉

10/28/2020

NOVEMBER 2ND, we will launch our first ever virtual Holiday Craft Show! Browse and shop safely with us by checking out our photo gallery and links to all of our artisans websites/contact info at www.Fairfaxholidayshow.com starting Nov 2nd 🛍❄️

Sponsored by Fair City Mall

#ffxvirtualcraftshows
City of Fairfax Government

10/28/2020

Halloween Events are just a few days away!

Did you crave a pumpkin this year? Want to put it on display for our Drive-By Pumpkin Patch??

Drop your pumpkin off at Fairfax High School on Friday, October 30 between 1pm - 4pm and be apart of the pumpkin display!

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

10/28/2020

Did you know that if you are a Fairfax City resident that you can vote early and drop off your absentee ballot at City Hall? 🗳️

Find out all the details in the post below!

#FairfaxCity voters:

If you're voting early or dropping off your absentee ballot for the November 3 Election, please remember to come to FAIRFAX CITY HALL for in-person early voting & ballot drop-off.

Fairfax City Hall is located at 10455 Armstrong Street. Please use the east entrance that faces George Mason Boulevard. You don't need an appointment.

Got questions? Visit fairfaxva.gov/vote for answers!

10/27/2020

Tomorrow is the LAST day to send us your photos for the Great Pumpkin Carving Contest!! Sponsored by HB Home Services, LLC

What do you need to do to enter?
Email us your photos to [email protected] ... and THATS IT!

The contest will run through Oct 16 - 28th and winners will be announced Oct 30th.

Categories:
✨ Most Creative
👻 Spookiest
🎨 Most Artistic
🎃 Traditional Jack O’ Lantern

Check out all our other Halloween Events:
Trick or Treat Trail, Spooktacular Science Show, Drive-By Pumpkin Patch