Category: Local Events
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Little Free Library Week, May 17-23, 2026
The Greenbriar Little Free Library pictured above is at the corner of Point Pleasant Drive and Peekskill Lane in Greenbriar, Fairfax, VA. Join Us in Celebrating Little Free Library Week! This May, we’re excited to mark a special milestone: the anniversary of Little Free Library becoming a nonprofit organization on May 17, 2012. We’ve dedicated…
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Holidays
I’ve always loved the “holiday season” starting in the fall and going through to the next fall. In addition to sharing local events, I’ll try to add some of my thoughts on the various holidays throughout the year. Since I’m also a music teacher, there may be just a bit of musical trivia thrown into…
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Trunk or Treat Slideshow
Trunk or Treat was once again a festive fall favorite at Pender United Methodist Church! This joyful community event was co-hosted by volunteers from Korean United Methodist Church of Koinonia (와싱톤 사귐의 교회) and Pender UMC, bringing together families, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon filled with laughter, creativity, and plenty of sweet treats. 🚗…
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Under His Wings
On December 21 at 1:30PM, the Pender UMC Choir traditionally sang for the Pan Am Flight 103 (Lockerbie) Memorial Service at Arlington National Cemetery. Pan Am Flight 103 Memorial Cairn One of the songs we sang at this service – “Under His Wings” – was composed in memory of the victims. It can be heard…
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Farmers Markets Open Today
Join us for a blooming good time as the remainder of the 2024 Farmers Markets open this week! Get ready for live music, tasty treats and our Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt with exciting prizes! Mark your calendars: Oakmont Market Wednesday, May 1, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Wakefield Market Wednesday, May 1, 2 – 6…
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Adoption Audition
Are you thinking about adopting a pet and want to see whether it feels like a good fit before committing? Do you want to help an animal in need? Our Animal Shelter’s Adoption Audition program offers a trial period for select shelter pets, allowing you to see if it’s a good match – no strings…
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Feed Fairfax 5k
Are you ready to lace up your sneakers for a cause that hits close to home? Join us for the Feed Fairfax 5k, a family-friendly event that’s more than just a race—it’s a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of Fairfax County students facing food insecurity. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May…
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Stuff the Bus Rescheduled!
All Stuff the Bus events scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024 have been postponed due to inclement weather. The new date is April 20. New Location for Stuff the Bus benefitting WFCM Would you like to help stock our shelves? In January, we provided groceries for more than 700 families, over 120,000 lbs. of food.…
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No Schedule Changes At Fairfax County Schools Due to Solar Eclipse Today
Get ready for a celestial spectacle on April 8th! As the solar eclipse makes its grand entrance, it’s crucial to prioritize eye safety. NASA warns against looking directly at the sun during the eclipse – no, not even with sunglasses or through a camera, binoculars, or telescope without a proper solar filter. The stakes are…
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“Quia resplicit” from Bach’s Magnificat in D Major
Pender UMC’s Good Friday service on March 29, 2024 was a profound experience that commenced with attendees entering a darkened sanctuary, enveloped in silence, setting the tone for a night of reflective worship. The evening included the ethereal beauty of “Quia resplicit,” a mesmerizing soprano aria from J.S. Bach’s Magnificat in D major, BWV…