Concert (practice) in the Park!
You hear that? The City of Falls Church Concert Band is a sponsored program of the Recreation and Parks Department. Due to the pandemic, the Concert Band will be holding their regularly scheduled rehearsals in Cherry Hill Park. Which theoretically means Concerts in the Park is back! Not really, but kinda!
Sandbags, Secure Objects, and Charge Devices
Sandbags are available from Property Yard A (next to the Recyclng Center) on Monday and Tuesday from 7:30am to 3pm.
Secure outdoor items like tables, chairs, and umbrellas.
Charge your devices and get ready for possible power outages!
More prep tips at www.fallschurchva.gov/Storm.
Don't Miss the 2020 Census O-purr-tunity
The census doesn't care how many cool cats or kittens you have, but it does want to know how many people live in your neighborhood.
It's vital we participate in the census so valuable resources are properly allocated to our community. Take the #2020Census online at my2020census.gov.
Virtual Arbor Day 2020
Happy Virtual Arbor Day! The City of Falls Church was the first in Virginia to celebrate Arbor Day back in 1892, and was the first Virginia Tree City USA, as designated by the Arbor Day Foundation in 1978.
This year you can celebrate Arbor Day at home by taking a photo of your favorite tree, learning three facts about the type of tree, and posting to social media, being sure to use #arbordayathome and tag @arborday.
Learn more about the history of Arbor Day in the City with this video.
Stop the Spread of Germs
You can help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses like the flu or Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Follow these simple daily precautions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Seconds to Know: Police and Sheriff Responsibilities, Explained
What's the difference between the Police Department and the Sheriff's Department? Falls Church Police Chief Mary Gavin and Chief Deputy Sheriff Metin Cay explain.
Leaf Collection
Rakes down. Leaves up. Ready for the vacuum truck.
The City of Falls Church leaf collection team makes at least three passes on each residential street between October and December every year.
Help the collection teams efficiently and safely remove leaves from your yard by raking them to the curb (not in the street), piling them away from storm drains, and make sure your leaf pile is free from other debris (like litter and other yard waste).
Find this year's Leaf Collection schedule and see what becomes of all the collected
Mary Riley Styles Public Library Renovation and Expansion Sneak Peek
Take a virtual tour of the proposed Mary Riley Styles Public Library renovation and expansion project, narrated by Library Director Jenny Carroll.
The #FCFestival Beer Garden is hop-ping! The Twins Brother Band is up next on stage, followed by No Better Off at 2:45. Sips and pours until 3:30!
Hate to burst your bubble, but if you're not at the Falls Church Festival you're missing a great event. Float on over to the City Hall campus today until 4pm and enjoy the Taste of Falls Church, beer garden, live music, kids entertainment, and more!
City of Falls Church Flag Lowered in Honor of Lou Olom
By order of Mayor David Tarter, the City of Falls Church flag was lowered outside City Hall this morning in honor of Lou Olom. Mr. Olom passed away yesterday, July 25, 2019, at the age of 102. He was one of the founding fathers of the City, having been instrumental in adopting the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at George Mason High School, helping to restablish the Village Preservation & Improvement Society (VPIS) and advocating for a City Arborist position, among many other notable achievements.
To read more on Mr. Olom's accomplishments, please visit the Falls Church News-Press: https://fcnp.com/2019/07/25/legendary-falls-churchs-founding-father-lou-olom-dies-at-102/.
The Pride Flag flies at City Hall for LGBTQ Month
The City Council proclaimed June to be LGBTQ Pride and Stonewall Rebellion Month, and we've raised a Rainbow Pride flag at City Hall which will fly for the remainder of June in support and celebration of The Little City's LGBTQ community. 🌈
Cherry Hill Barn Corner Post Restoration
The barn at Cherry Hill Farmhouse recently had some work done (if you were over 150 years old, wouldn't you need the occasional touch-up?) Let Cherry Hill Historic House and Farm Program Coordinator Corey Jannicelli give you a tour of the updates and a quick history of the barn.
Thanks to Fitzgerald's Heavy Timber Construction for doing the restoration work and allowing Falls Church Community Television to make the video.
90 Seconds to Know: Air Gun Safety Tips with Lt. Rau
Air Guns and other pneumatic powered guns are not toys. Learn the dos and don'ts of proper Air Gun use with Falls Church Police Lieutenant Steve Rau.
In the City of Falls Church, minors under the age of 16 must have adult supervision when operating a pneumatic gun, including AirSoft and Paintball guns. Visit www.fallschurchva.gov/police to learn more.
Beware of Pirates
Don't let porch pirates put their hooks in your holiday deliveries. Falls Church Police Officer Jennifer Wood offers four easy ways to ensure your packages reach your hands and avoid becoming pirate plunder.
City Hall Renovation Project Update: October 2018
See how the City Hall Renovation is progressing! Let the City Manager & Deputy City Manager take you on a video tour of the project-in-progress.
Register Now for Rec & Parks Fall Classes & Activities
Register now for fall classes and activities with the City of Falls Church Recreation & Parks! www.fallschurchva.gov/Register
We've got it all: Science, Cooking, Mindfulness, Chess, Family Improv, Music, Dance, Tennis, Martial Arts, Fencing, Flag Football, Basketball, Yoga, Pickleball, Teen Center Trips (theme parks, climbing, ice skating) and sooooo much more!
City Hall Renovation Project Update: August 2018
See how the City Hall Renovation Project is progressing! Join the City Manager and Deputy City Manager for a quick tour.
60 Seconds to Know: Library Expansion and Renovation Update
Mary Riley Styles Public Library Director Jenny Carroll gives us a brief update on the Library Expansion and Project and invites us to learn more at one of three upcoming Community Information Sessions. www.fallschurchva.gov/LibraryProject
FCPD Celebrates America and Our Diversity
The Falls Church Police Department commemorates the Fourth of July with a celebration of our cultural diversity, which is a vital aspect of our plurastic, American society.
K9 Officer Fitz has quite the fan club here at the July Fourth Celebration! Fireworks start a little after 9pm - come join us at George Mason HS!
30 Seconds to Know: City Wins $15.7M in Transportation Grants
Whoohoo! The City won $15.7M in transportation grants from The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority! In this quick video, City Planner Kerri Oddenino delivers the great news and thanks everyone who spoke up in support of the City. Get the full details about the transportation grant at www.fallschurchva.gov/NVTAgrant
Find the FCPD
With City Hall (300 Park Ave.) closed for the renovation project, all police services have been moved out of City Hall. In this video, Chief Mary Gavin shows you where to find the FCPD while City Hall is under construction.
Learn more at www.fallschurchva.gov/police
Meet Jenny Carroll, Library Director
In recognition of Women's History Month, we're highlighting a few of the outstanding women leaders that serve The Little City's government.
Fans and patrons of the Mary Riley Styles Public Library will recognize their new LIbrary Director, Jenny Carroll. While Jenny has only been Director for a few months, she's been a familiar face at the Library for over 10 years. Did you know she started out at the Mary Riley Styles Public Library as a temporary staff member?
In addition to her being a career ladder-climbing inspiration to her female colleagues, she's also a bit of a style icon. (Psst, Jenny: If you ever want to give a mentorship talk, can it include a tour of your closet?)
Meet Police Chief Mary Gavin
In recognition of Women's History Month, we're highlighting a few of the outstanding women leaders that serve The Little City's government.
Sometimes it feels like there have to be multiple copies of Police Chief Mary Gavin, because she seems to be everywhere in The Little City. Whether if she's on a scene with her team, participating in the Falls Church Women's History Walk, or meeting with a local Girl Scout Troup, Chief Gavin's presence is felt throughout our community.
So how does she do it? In her words, by "...keeping a balanced perspective of what the job means...and not taking work home too much." Okay, but are you sure you don't have a twin, Chief Gavin?
Meet Finance Director Kiran Bawa
In recognition of Women's History Month, we're highlighting a few of the outstanding women leaders that serve The Little City's government.
The City has officially entered the budget cycle process, which means it's a busy time for Finance Director, Kiran Bawa. A big part of Kiran's responsibilities include planning, coordinating, analyzing, preparing, and issuing the City's annual budget. Her financial expertise is invaluable to ensure City residents get the most out of their tax money.
But arguably, Kiran's hardest number-crunching job is relearning middle school math all over again when she helps her 10 and 13 year-old children with their homework.
Meet City Attorney Carol McCoskrie
In recognition of Women's History Month, we're highlighting a few of the outstanding women leaders that serve The Little City's government.
If you've attended a City Council meeting, you probably noticed City Attorney Carol McCoskrie sitting near the podium. Carol has been a local government attorney for nearly 30 years, advising staff and elected officials on legal issues pertaining to city law and legislation.
While you'll probably not see Carol at court, you'll definitely see her on the court. Her son plays Varsity Basketball for a local high school team.
