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Place of Support, Hope, Love and Opportunity

Cameron’s Coffee & Chocolates celebrates 10 years.

Chocolates

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Fun and Festivities for the Whole Community

31st annual Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 14.

Live music, a colorful parade, children’s activities and fun galore on an early fall day – all that and more are in store at the 31st annual Centreville Day. It’s set for Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in Historic Centreville Park. The free event will be held at 5714 Mount Gilead Road (off Braddock Road, across Route 29 from the IHOP).

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Woodson High Presents New Play, ‘The Trials’

Poses serious questions about climate-change responsibility.

Woodson High’s new play, “The Trials,” is set in the near future, when the climate emergency is worsening and all adults who’ve adversely impacted the climate are put on trial.

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‘We Love Making People Happy with Food’

Liberty Baking opens in Fairfax City.

Liberty Baking

Alexandria Newcomers & Community Guide 2023-24

Alexandria Newcomers Guide

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Celebrate Fiesta Fairfax on Sept. 23

Celebrate Fiesta Fairfax on Sept. 23

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Special Events, All Year ’Round in Fairfax City

When it comes to special events, it’s hard to beat Fairfax City for the number and variety of entertaining, family-friendly events it holds all year long.

Newcomers & Community Guide 2023

Find What You Need

Newcomers Guide

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Cool Cars Brighten Sweltering Summer Day

More than 6,500 people attended the 24th annual Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax City.

More than 6,500 people attended the 24th annual Labor Day Car Show in Fairfax City.

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‘If It Goes Fast and Makes Noise, I Like It’

Fairfax City hosts 24th annual Labor Day Car Show.

Car show

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‘Showcasing Cuisines from Around the World’

Fairfax City’s summer Restaurant Week is Sept. 4-10.

Restaurant Week

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Music Students Make Sweet Summer Sounds

Franklin Middle holds 36th annual Band and Orchestra Camp.

The sweet sounds of music filled the halls of Franklin Middle School during the 36th annual Band and Orchestra Camp. It ran June 22-July 14, and 350 fourth- through rising 10th-graders attended.

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‘Putting a Face to Those who Protect Our Community’

Centreville communities celebrate National Night Out.

“National Night Out is a good reminder of why we serve and the tremendous support we have from our community – and it’s just fun.” — Capt. Shawn Adcock, FCPD’s Special Operations Division

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‘Inconsistent with the Neighborhood’

Infill townhouse proposal raises residents’ concerns.

New Townhouses in Fairfax

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Hotel Provides ‘Elevated Experiences for Visitors’

Fairfax City Residence Inn celebrates its renovations.

Hotel

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‘Tranquil Space for People to Learn Music’

Fairfax Conservatory of Music expands its studio.

Music studio

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Herndon Swim League Celebrates 40th Anniversary and Awards Scholarships

On Saturday July 22 the Herndon Swim League gathered for the 30th Annual All-League Meets.

News Briefs

Briefs

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‘It’s Important that this City Continues to Grow’

Fairfax City Council greenlights City Centre West project.

City growth