Monday Event Kicks Off Annual W. Broad Tree Lighting
On Monday, November 27, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m, an event hosted by the City of Falls Church marking the holiday lighting of trees lining West Broad from Washington to West Streets will be held at Founders Row, by the intersection of W. Broad and N. West Streets. The event will feature music, theater performances, free food options, Santa on the firetruck, and more. Parking at Founders Row will be free from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Little City Holiday Gift Card Program Renewed
The City of Falls Church has announced that it is resuming the Little City Gift Card program with more federal American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds to support the economic recovery of local businesses.
The program begins this Saturday, November 25, which is Small Business Saturday. Gift cards can be purchased for use at nearly 70 local businesses.
Last year, over $150,000 worth of gift cards were sold and spent locally.
Biden Marks Transgender Day of Remembrance
The following is a statement delivered by President Joe Biden this week:
“There is no place for hate in America and no one should be discriminated against simply for being themselves. Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance we are reminded that there is more to do to meet that promise, as we grieve the 26 transgender Americans whose lives were taken this year. While each one of these deaths is a tragedy – the true toll of those victimized is likely even higher, with the majority of those targeted being women of color.
“It’s unacceptable and it’s why my Administration has taken action to strengthen the rights, and protect the safety of transgender and all LGBTQI+ Americans. My Administration ended the ban on transgender Americans serving our country and I signed historic executive action to strengthen civil rights protections for all LGBTQI+ Americans. The Department of Homeland Security, with support from the Department of Justice and the Department of Health and Human Services, have launched the LGBTQI+ Community Safety Partnership that works hand-in-hand with LGBTQI+ community organizations to provide critical safety resources. We must never be silent in the face of hate. As we mourn the loss of transgender Americans taken too soon this year, we must also recommit ourselves to never stop fighting until all Americans can live free from discrimination.
F.C. Chamber Has 30 Nonprofit Members Looking for Support
The Falls Church Chamber counts over 30 nonprofits among its membership, an impressive number that serves the Little City, improving the quality of life for all.
The Chamber has asked that folks remember them on this Giving Tuesday, this upcoming Tuesday, Nov. 28. Nonprofits are listed on the Chamber’s website.
Cauldron Brings Back ‘Madeline’s Christmas’
Falls Church’s Creative Cauldron brings back the holiday favorite, Madeline’s Christmas, starting December 1. Based on the classic children’s story by Ludwig Bemelmans, this musical adaptation is a Christmas confection suited for the entire family. It features a book and lyrics by Jennifer Kirkeby and music by Shirley Mier. Helen Hayes Award winner, Associate Artistic Director, Matt Conner, is directing and Merissa Anne Driscoll is the music director. Madeline’s Christmas is sponsored by The Eden Center and J&J Painting. The production runs from December 1 through December 17.
