The City of Falls Church hosts its annual Civil War Day on Saturday, May 20 at Cherry Hill Park (312 Park Ave., Falls Church) 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Attendees will learn about the effect the Civil War had on Falls Church. Re-enactors will portray civilians and soldiers. Attendees can watch soldiers conduct firing exercises while also listening to period music and enjoy activities geared toward children.

Marcus Simon: October Column
Imagine you live in a neighborhood with a homeowners association. You don’t get to choose whether to belong and you must pay whatever dues the association charges. Now imagine the



