Volunteers Needed to Serve on Boards and Commissions

The City of Falls Church is proud to host 21 local boards and commissions and has representatives on 13 regional boards. City boards and commissions generally advise the City Council on community topics. Regional boards and commissions facilitate collaboration with neighboring jurisdictions on providing support services or managing regional partnerships. A number of local and regional groups are seeking volunteers who live in the City to fill vacancies on their boards.

For a full list of vacancies as well as information on how to apply, check out the City’s website at fallschurchva.gov/131/Vacancies.

F.C. & Arlington County to Host Expungement Clinic

Arlington County and the City of Falls Church will host an expungement clinic on Saturday, September 30 from 10:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m. at The Arlington Presbyterian Church (918 S. Lincoln St., Arlington). 

The filing fee coverage is $91, and will be covered on a first-come, first-serve basis while funds last. People are encouraged to bring Warrant of Arrest or Final Disposition for each charge sought to be expunged. Criminal records must consist of Arlington County/City of Falls Church charges to expunge in this jurisdiction. If one has not pre-registered, please arrive no later than 10:30 a.m. to complete initial paperwork. 

Falls Church Presbyterian Hosts Small Group Discussions

On September 30, The Falls Church Presbyterian Church will hold small group discussions in their Memorial Hall East Room

Come engage in small group discussions about real world experiences responding to and participating in difficult conversations about identity, race, gender, and inclusion. This non-secular workshop is free and they will use the time to practice how to be more impactful when faced with opportunities to speak up and speak out during unexpected or even planned challenging, critical, conversations. Register here: 2023workshop-sept30.eventbrite.com.

Resources Available to Help  Understand City’s Climate Plan

The Falls Church Climate Action Network (FCCAN) is offering resources to help residents and business owners understand what is in the City’s new Climate Energy Action Plan (CEAP) and how they can help shape City climate policy.

The CEAP will include near-term recommendations for ways that the City and the community can reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change.

Visit FCCAN.net for more information about the draft climate plan, in-person and virtual community meetings, and opportunities to share your feedback on the plan before the City Council considers adopting it.

Shepherd’s Center Hosting Pickleball Mixer & Fundraiser

Join the Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia for their 2nd annual Pickleball Mixer & Fundraiser. This event will be held at Worldgate Health Club & Spa (13037 Worldgate Drive, Herndon) October 19 from 12:30 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.

Attendees of all playing levels are welcome. There will be a tutorial for beginners, competitive play for advanced players, two golf simulator stations, health refreshments, a smoothie bar, a silent auction, and lots of fun. All proceeds go to The Shepherd’s Center of Northern Virginia (SCNOVA) and their mission to improve the lives of the older adults in the Vienna, Oakton, Reston, Herndon, Dunn Loring, Great Falls, and Merrifield Virginia areas that they serve.

St. James Church to Host Food Drive Soon

Once again, St James Church, in conjunction with the St Lucy Food Project of Catholic Charities, will conduct a food drive on Saturday, September 30th from 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.  It is a drive through donation event located on Spring Street, in front of St James Church.  Last year, the church collected 8,400 pounds of food which greatly helped the food insecure population in the area. With the high cost of food, rent and gas many of our fellow neighbors are struggling to provide necessities for their families.

Farm Day Clothing Donations Needed

Adult and child-sized long-sleeve shirts, pants, pantyhose, and hats are needed for the scarecrow-making activity at Farm Day (October 7 in Cherry Hill Park).

Donations can be dropped off at the Community Center (223 Little Falls St.) by Friday, October 6.

Any unused clothing will be donated.

Collaboration to Benefit Local Animal Rescue

As the seasons change and anticipation fills the air, Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation (LDCRF) is thrilled to announce the return of Rescue Ale, an annual tradition. In collaboration with Solace Brewing Co., Lost Dog Cafe (LDC) presents the 2023 edition of the much-loved Rescue Ale. This year’s Rescue Ale Dog Ambassador is Cricket, a proud LDCRF alumni and Envigo beagle survivor. The cafe remains steadfast in their commitment to the rescue and their aspiration remains constant – to positively impact the lives of furry companions awaiting their forever homes.

Announcing the “Deathtrap!” Cast by Providence Players

On behalf of Providence Players of Fairfax, Director Tina Hodge Thronson is pleased to announce the cast of “Deathtrap,” by Ira Levin.

In this well-known mystery thriller, Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway hits, is struggling to overcome a “dry” spell which has resulted in a series of box office flops.  A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a remarkable script from a student which Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway juggernaut.

The cast includes Matthew Randall as Sidney, Chuck O’Toole as Clifford, Roxanne Waite as Myra, Angela Cannon as Helga and David Ranowsky as Porter.