Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

01/07/2022

School Day Off Programs: January 21 and 24

Looking for something for your kids to do on the upcoming student holidays from FCPS? We have you covered!

Registration now open! Limited space available.

Full program details: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/programs-and-classes/after-school-school-day-off-programs#!/

Registration: http://app.campdoc.com/register/cityoffairfax

TINY CHEFS COOKING CAMP
January 21 - Cupcake Wars 2.0
January 24 - Sweet and Savory Snacks

PLAYWELL TEKNOLOGIES
January 24, AM - Wizarding World of Magical Engineering using LEGO® Materials

January 24, PM - Wizarding World of Engineering using LEGO® Materials

City of Fairfax Government City of Fairfax Schools PTA Providence Daniels Run ES PTA

School Day Off Programs: January 21 and 24

Looking for something for your kids to do on the upcoming student holidays from FCPS? We have you covered!

Registration now open! Limited space available.

Full program details: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/programs-and-classes/after-school-school-day-off-programs#!/

Registration: http://app.campdoc.com/register/cityoffairfax

TINY CHEFS COOKING CAMP
January 21 - Cupcake Wars 2.0
January 24 - Sweet and Savory Snacks

PLAYWELL TEKNOLOGIES
January 24, AM - Wizarding World of Magical Engineering using LEGO® Materials

January 24, PM - Wizarding World of Engineering using LEGO® Materials

City of Fairfax Government City of Fairfax Schools PTA Providence Daniels Run ES PTA

01/07/2022

Timeline Photos

1/7/22 Fairfax City status:

* Green Acres and Sherwood Center open at 10:30 a.m.

* Cancelled:
* Little School
* Michuchutren Preschool
* Sherwood Before and After-school Program
* Classes and programs before noon

* Decisions regarding rec classes for the rest of the day will be made at 10 a.m.

Info: fairfaxva.gov
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation

01/06/2022

SHOW US YOUR SNOWMAN! Snow is covering Fairfax City and all of our wonderful parks... and more is on the way tonight!

We want to see your snowman, snow woman, or snow art! ⛄❄

Step 1: Build!
Step 2: Take a picture of your creation 📸
Step 3: Post your photo in the comments here and/or tag us on Facebook

City of Fairfax Government City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts

SHOW US YOUR SNOWMAN! Snow is covering Fairfax City and all of our wonderful parks... and more is on the way tonight!

We want to see your snowman, snow woman, or snow art! ⛄❄

Step 1: Build!
Step 2: Take a picture of your creation 📸
Step 3: Post your photo in the comments here and/or tag us on Facebook

City of Fairfax Government City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts

01/06/2022

❄ Weather Update: Thursday, January 6, 2022 ❄

Green Acres and the Sherwood Center will open tomorrow on time. All programs will be running unless you are other wise contacted by staff or your instructor.

Little School at the Sherwood Center is cancelled.

If you have any questions about your programs or classes please contact us at [email protected] or 703-385-7858 during business hours.

Please travel safely! 🚙

City of Fairfax Government

❄ Weather Update: Thursday, January 6, 2022 ❄

Green Acres and the Sherwood Center will open tomorrow on time. All programs will be running unless you are other wise contacted by staff or your instructor.

Little School at the Sherwood Center is cancelled.

If you have any questions about your programs or classes please contact us at [email protected] or 703-385-7858 during business hours.

Please travel safely! 🚙

City of Fairfax Government

01/05/2022

Thank you to our amazing Public Works and Parks Crews that get our roads cleaned so quickly! ❄🚙

Please remember to look out for your neighbors who may need help shoveling snow! The best part of our community is our residents! 💙

Fairfax City crews have plowed and treated every public road in the city at least once. Crews continue to monitor and treat roads as needed during this weather event. Info: fairfaxva.gov

01/04/2022

❄ Weather Update: January 5, 2022 ❄

All programs through 12noon have been cancelled.

A decision on the status of afternoon programs will be made at 10am.

Sherwood and Green Acres will open to the public at 10am.

Sherwood will be open as a warming center beginning at 10am.

City of Fairfax Government

❄ Weather Update: January 5, 2022 ❄

All programs through 12noon have been cancelled.

A decision on the status of afternoon programs will be made at 10am.

Sherwood and Green Acres will open to the public at 10am.

Sherwood will be open as a warming center beginning at 10am.

City of Fairfax Government

01/04/2022

The Stacy C. Sherwood Center will be open to the public as a warming center today, January 4, from 12noon - 8pm. ❄⛄️

Stacy C. Sherwood Center Address:
3740 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax VA 22030

*PLEASE REMEMEBER that masks are required in the Sherwood Center* 😷

What is a warming center? A warming center is a short-term emergency shelter that operates when temperatures or a combination of precipitation, wind chill, wind and temperature become dangerously inclement.

City of Fairfax Government

The Stacy C. Sherwood Center will be open to the public as a warming center today, January 4, from 12noon - 8pm. ❄⛄️

Stacy C. Sherwood Center Address:
3740 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax VA 22030

*PLEASE REMEMEBER that masks are required in the Sherwood Center* 😷

What is a warming center? A warming center is a short-term emergency shelter that operates when temperatures or a combination of precipitation, wind chill, wind and temperature become dangerously inclement.

City of Fairfax Government

01/03/2022

❄️ WEATHER CLOSURE UPDATE:
Tuesday, January 4 at 10:50am❄️

All classes and programs today have been canceled.

This includes Little School, MiChuChuTren Preschool and Sherwood Before and Afterschool Program.

Sherwood and Green Acres will open to the public at 12noon

City of Fairfax Government

12/29/2021

Please remember that masks are required in all Fairfax City government buildings, including out Community Centers. Thanks for helping keep out community safe! 💙😷

As we continue to continue to see a high level of community transmission of COVID-19 in Northern Virginia, please wear a mask in public indoor spaces, even if you have been vaccinated. Masks should cover your nose and mouth.

See more mask guidance:
https://bit.ly/3qqKPC9

12/17/2021

Every year the City has a fun holiday door decorating contest in December! 🚪❄

This year all doors were decorated to the theme of a holiday song with NO LYRICS on them!

We have a door at City Hall and a door at the Sherwood Center!

CAN YOU GUESS THE SONGS? 🎶 ❓

City of Fairfax Government

12/15/2021

It is not to late to sign up for Winter Break Camps! ❄

We still have space available in several of our FANTASTIC camps including...

- Both weeks of Hi-Five Sports Clubs - DC Metro Camp
- All 3 days of City of Fairfax Theatre Company Drama Camp
- Week 2 of Tiny Chefs Cooking Camp: Kids Cook Off
- Afternoon Session of Play-Well TEKnologies Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO Camp

Register Online Today: app.campdoc.com/register/cityoffairfax

Full Program Details: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/programs-and-classes/after-school-school-day-off-programs

It is not to late to sign up for Winter Break Camps! ❄

We still have space available in several of our FANTASTIC camps including...

- Both weeks of Hi-Five Sports Clubs - DC Metro Camp
- All 3 days of City of Fairfax Theatre Company Drama Camp
- Week 2 of Tiny Chefs Cooking Camp: Kids Cook Off
- Afternoon Session of Play-Well TEKnologies Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO Camp

Register Online Today: app.campdoc.com/register/cityoffairfax

Full Program Details: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/programs-and-classes/after-school-school-day-off-programs

12/09/2021

Check these murals right next door to Old Town Square at Draper’s Resturant (opening soon!)

Stay turned for more public art coming soon in Fairfax City! 🖌🖼🌳

City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts

12/07/2021

Join Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music Woodwinds for a wonderful concert tomorrow (12/8) night at 7 pm! Featuring Holst, Tchaikovsky and more!

This event is free, no tickets required. Just bring your mask and be ready to enjoy some great music!

Join Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music Woodwinds for a wonderful concert tomorrow (12/8) night at 7 pm! Featuring Holst, Tchaikovsky and more!

This event is free, no tickets required. Just bring your mask and be ready to enjoy some great music!

11/30/2021

It is Giving Tuesday! 🎁

The Sherwood Giving Tree is a great way to give back to those in our community. The families that benefit from this program are attend our Fairfax City Schools and live in Fairfax City.

We are still accepting the following donations this holiday season:

- Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/eoubfre
- Gift Card Donations: Local Grocery Stores/ Target/ Walmart/VISA
- Check/Cash Donation: Staff will buy the gifts to donate to the families.
- Wrapping Supplies (Bags, Paper, Tissue Paper, Ribbon, Bows, Etc.)

It is Giving Tuesday! 🎁

The Sherwood Giving Tree is a great way to give back to those in our community. The families that benefit from this program are attend our Fairfax City Schools and live in Fairfax City.

We are still accepting the following donations this holiday season:

- Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/eoubfre
- Gift Card Donations: Local Grocery Stores/ Target/ Walmart/VISA
- Check/Cash Donation: Staff will buy the gifts to donate to the families.
- Wrapping Supplies (Bags, Paper, Tissue Paper, Ribbon, Bows, Etc.)

11/25/2021

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM OUR PARKS AND REC FAMILY TO YOURS! 🦃🍴🥧

We are so thankful for our amazing community and the people who live in it. We wish you all a safe and happy holiday!

While our buildings are closed today 11/24 and Friday 11/25 - our parks are open year round for your enjoyment! It’s the perfect day to take a little post meal playground trip or walk on a trail!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM OUR PARKS AND REC FAMILY TO YOURS! 🦃🍴🥧

We are so thankful for our amazing community and the people who live in it. We wish you all a safe and happy holiday!

While our buildings are closed today 11/24 and Friday 11/25 - our parks are open year round for your enjoyment! It’s the perfect day to take a little post meal playground trip or walk on a trail!

11/23/2021

Check-out the Wreaths Across America Page that I Support!

Don't forget to purchase your wreaths! The deadline to order wreaths is November 29th.

Wreaths Across America ("WAA") coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Please check out this page to learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on Decembe...

11/22/2021

We love working with our Fire and Police Departments to help better our community! 🌳💙🚒🚓

We look forward to continuing to work with them on their Community Care Initiative.

What kind of programs do you want to see from educating about fire and home safety?

Hanging out with the Fairfax Volunteer Fire Department and the City of Fairfax Fire Department at the Holiday craft fair today! Look out for the Community Care Initiative which is their education and outreach program. As partners, we are committed to making our community safer by educating about fire and home safety!
🚒🚔🧯
#makingfairfaxsafertogether

City of Fairfax Fire Department
Fairfax Volunteer Fire Department
Fairfax City Parks and Recreation
City of Fairfax Government

11/21/2021

It’s the last day of the Holiday Craft Show at Fairfax High School! ❄️🎁

The show will be open until 3pm today! Stop by and get your holiday shopping done!

It’s the last day of the Holiday Craft Show at Fairfax High School! ❄️🎁

The show will be open until 3pm today! Stop by and get your holiday shopping done!

11/19/2021

Attending the Fairfax City Holiday Craft Show this weekend? Here are some tips to make sure you make the most of your time at the show! Full show details: www.fairfaxholidayshow.com

Are you a Holiday Craft Show PRO?!? Tell us your tips in the comments ⬇️⬇️

1️⃣ TAKE THE SHUTTLE!

Parking at any event can be hard but the shuttle bus lot has plenty of space for EVERYONE. The shuttle bus runs all day on Saturday starting at 9:30am and the last run leaves Fairfax HS at 5:30pm. Shuttle address: 10306 Eaton Place

2️⃣ CHECK YOUR COAT AND PURCHASES 🧥🛍️

Did you know we have a coat check! Secure your items and pick them up at the end of your time at the show - all donations made to the coat check are donated to directly support families in need this Holiday season in Fairfax City!

3️⃣ WEAR YOUR WALKING SHOES 👟👞

With 4 spaces to explore filled with vendors, you will want to wear your walking shoes! Make sure you check out the Hallway, Cafeteria, Auxiliary Gym, and Field House Gym!

4️⃣ COME READY TO SHOP... BRING CASH! 💳💸

While many of our vendors do accept credit cards, some do not (or prefer cash if you can)! We WILL have an ATM on-site in the lobby! Cash is also the quickest way to pay at entry!

5️⃣ BRING YOUR MASK! 😷

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation’s top priority is to keep our residents as safe as possible while attending our events and programs. Face Masks are required at all times while in Fairfax HS (at the Holiday Craft Show) and on the Shuttle Bus.

City of Fairfax Government

Attending the Fairfax City Holiday Craft Show this weekend? Here are some tips to make sure you make the most of your time at the show! Full show details: www.fairfaxholidayshow.com

Are you a Holiday Craft Show PRO?!? Tell us your tips in the comments ⬇️⬇️

1️⃣ TAKE THE SHUTTLE!

Parking at any event can be hard but the shuttle bus lot has plenty of space for EVERYONE. The shuttle bus runs all day on Saturday starting at 9:30am and the last run leaves Fairfax HS at 5:30pm. Shuttle address: 10306 Eaton Place

2️⃣ CHECK YOUR COAT AND PURCHASES 🧥🛍️

Did you know we have a coat check! Secure your items and pick them up at the end of your time at the show - all donations made to the coat check are donated to directly support families in need this Holiday season in Fairfax City!

3️⃣ WEAR YOUR WALKING SHOES 👟👞

With 4 spaces to explore filled with vendors, you will want to wear your walking shoes! Make sure you check out the Hallway, Cafeteria, Auxiliary Gym, and Field House Gym!

4️⃣ COME READY TO SHOP... BRING CASH! 💳💸

While many of our vendors do accept credit cards, some do not (or prefer cash if you can)! We WILL have an ATM on-site in the lobby! Cash is also the quickest way to pay at entry!

5️⃣ BRING YOUR MASK! 😷

Fairfax City Parks and Recreation’s top priority is to keep our residents as safe as possible while attending our events and programs. Face Masks are required at all times while in Fairfax HS (at the Holiday Craft Show) and on the Shuttle Bus.

City of Fairfax Government

11/19/2021

Coming to Holiday Craft Show? Make sure you pack your mask!

MASKS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES, regardless of vaccination status, inside Fairfax High School for the Holiday Craft Show.

Thank you for your understanding!

Coming to Holiday Craft Show? Make sure you pack your mask!

MASKS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES, regardless of vaccination status, inside Fairfax High School for the Holiday Craft Show.

Thank you for your understanding!

11/19/2021

Heading to the Holiday Craft Show this weekend?? Be sure to check out our Shuttle Bus information for additional event parking! For more information, please visit our website at https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/special-events/holiday-craft-show#ad-image-1

All Shuttles are ADA Accessible.

See you all soon!!

Heading to the Holiday Craft Show this weekend?? Be sure to check out our Shuttle Bus information for additional event parking! For more information, please visit our website at https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/special-events/holiday-craft-show#ad-image-1

All Shuttles are ADA Accessible.

See you all soon!!

11/18/2021

Fairfax City Holiday Craft Show IS THIS WEEKEND! ❄️

Come enjoy one of the best and largest shows in the area and knock out your holiday shopping with unique gifts for everyone!

November 20th, 10 AM - 5 PM
November 21st, 10 AM - 3 PM

Fairfax High School
3501 Lion Run, Fairfax, VA 22030

$5 admission fee
$8 for a two day pass
Under 18 years old free

Visit www.fairfaxholidayshow.com for full details!

11/17/2021

Winter Break is right around the corner! ❄

Sign your kids up for a fun week or day at one of our great Winter Break Camps!

Register Online Today: app.campdoc.com/register/cityoffairfax

Full Program Detials: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/programs-and-classes/after-school-school-day-off-programs

Winter Break is right around the corner! ❄

Sign your kids up for a fun week or day at one of our great Winter Break Camps!

Register Online Today: app.campdoc.com/register/cityoffairfax

Full Program Detials: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/parks-recreation/programs-and-classes/after-school-school-day-off-programs