Tag: children
Summer camps at the Clark House
For the first time, the Fairfax County Park Authority will be having summer camps at the historic Clark House. There will be five science and technology-focused sessions for school-age children. The Victorian-era farmhouse, at 6332 Barcroft Mews Drive and Columbia Pike, is used for occasional meetings and can be rented for weddings or other private … Continued
New HQ for Annandale sports club
ABCG’s new headquarters The Annandale Boys and Girls Club plans to move into new larger quarters April 1. ABGC bought the former house at 4216 Annandale Road, formerly occupied by a plumbing company, because “we needed more space and more parking,” says the club’s president, Kip Germain. The club had been renting a smaller house … Continued
Play ball! It’s registration time for Mason District Little League
Calling all kids age 4-12: Baseball season is starting. Registration for baseball and teeball is now open for the Mason District Little League (MDLL) spring season and will close on March 20. The MDLL is an all-volunteer organization that serves Annandale, Alexandria, and Falls Church. The first games will be April 14 at Mason District … Continued
Children’s art on display at Mason Government Center
Mason Supervisor Penny Gross (center), art teacher Rita Duck McCarn (left), and some of her students. “Colorful Acadia,” by Isabella, age 8 A reception at the Mason District Government Center Friday evening showcased paintings by Annandale-based artist and teacher Rita Duck McCarn and her students. The Teacher + Student Exhibition, featuring works by Sloane and … Continued
‘Santa’s Ride’ brings toys to children at Fairfax Hospital
The 2010 Santa’s Ride The Fairfax County Police Motor Squad is heading up the 2011 Santa’s Ride for Children, an annual toy drive for kids at Fairfax Hospital and for those who might not have a cheerful holiday season without your help. Members of the public are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys, games, and … Continued
Green Spring Gardens holds a holiday open house
The public is invited to a festively decorated Green Spring Gardens Dec. 4, 1-4 p.m., for a free Gardeners’ Holiday Open House. The Blue Sky Puppet Theatre will perform a holiday children’s show at 2 p.m. Tickets are $3 and can be purchased in advance. Also on hand: a collection of German nutcrackers, Lionel toy … Continued
Change of leadership for Phillips School
Phillips Big changes are coming to the Phillips Programs for Children and Families, which operates the Phillips School in Annandale. Sally Sibley, who has been president and CEO for 42 years, is retiring at the end of September. The Phillips board of trustees has named Nancy Mercer to take on that role, beginning Oct. 1. … Continued
Police searching for missing autistic boy in Annandale
Fairfax County Police are searching for a missing 12-year-old autistic boy in the Annandale area tonight. Micah May was last seen around 6:45 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 15, at his home in the 4600 block of Logsdon Drive. He is wearing a red long-sleeved shirt with black stripes and a white collar, red running pants, and … Continued
Learn how to be an advocate for abused or neglected children
A new case of child abuse or neglect enters the FairfaxCounty Domestic and Juvenile Relations Court system once every 38 hours. These children need dedicated, caring advocates to help ensure that their best interests are represented in court. That’s where Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) enters the picture. CASA volunteers gather information for the … Continued
Several Annandale sites offer free meals to eligible children
Children eligible for free and reduced-price school lunches are encouraged to take advantage of the free summer food program at area schools and other locations. Free breakfasts and or lunches are available to eligible children at 16 Fairfax County public schools, including four in the Annandale area: Holmes Middle School—July 25 to Aug. 19; breakfast, … Continued
Free physical exams offered for uninsured children
If your school-age children are uninsured, the Fairfax County Department of Family Services is providing free physical examinations at the Springfield Family Resource Center, 7224 Commerce St., T4, Springfield. The exams will be offered 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on July 5, July 6, and Aug. 16. It’s first come, first served, with no appointment necessary. Parents … Continued
Annandale Safe Youth Program honors graduates
Left to right: Judith Dittman, executive director of Alternative House; Andrew House, who received a certificate for being the “Best All-Around Student”; and Fairfax County Board Chair Sharon Bulova. Fairfax County Board Chair Sharon Bulova presented graduation certificates June 13 to students in the Annandale Safe Youth Program. Food for the event was provided by … Continued
Registration open for Rec-PAC summer program for elementary school-age kids
If you’re wondering what your kids are going to do all summer, you might want to check out Rec-PAC, a fun six-week program operated by the Fairfax County Park Authority for kids who are entering the first through seventh grades this fall. Rec-PAC takes place at 50 Fairfax County public schools, including several in … Continued
Huge auction next Friday will raise money for Sleepy Hollow playground
Everyone in Annandale—and beyond—is invited to a Live and Silent Auction at Sleepy Hollow Elementary School next Friday, April 8, 6:30-9 p.m. The school’s PTA organized the auction to raise money to replace the school’s 20-year-old playground. You can begin bidding now for about 20 items online through eBay’s non-profit service. You can view and … Continued
Hapmudo hosts kids event to raise money for Japan
Bring your kids to a fun day of activities at Annandale’s Hapmudo martial arts center Sunday, April 10, and help Japan relief efforts at the same time. There will a moon bounce, crafts, games, give-a-ways, and food. The event takes place 2-6 p.m. at Hapmudo’s after-school program facility at 4127 Meadow Court, Annandale. The cost … Continued