Save the Date for Lou Olom’s Birthday Party

2026-08-12 10:37 PM

Come out and celebrate local resident Lou Olom’s 100th birthday. The party will be held at the George Mason High School (7124 Leesburg pike, Falls Church) cafeteria from 2 – 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 8. A formal invitation will be made available prior to the event, but until then, be sure to jot down this date.

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