Tag: community events
‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ program will shine a light on teens’ risky behavior
A “Hidden in Plain Sight” program, scheduled for Jan. 8 at Annandale High School, could help save a youth’s life. The program, hosted by the PTSA and presented by Fairfax County Police officers, will advise parents and others who work with teens to recognize red flags indicating risky behavior, such as drug and alcohol use, … Continued
Israelis recount their experiences during terrorist attack
Four residents of southern Israel who lived through the terrorist attacks on Oct. 7 spoke about their experiences earlier this week in Annandale. All of them know people who were killed or taken hostage by Hammas. Despite the pain from reliving the trauma, they agreed to speak at a panel at the Pozez Jewish Community … Continued
Friends group formed for Tripps Run
A new friends group has been launched to engage the community in restoring Tripps Run, a stream that runs through Mason District and the City of Falls Church. Tripps Run starts on Shreve Road in Falls Church, crosses Route 29, goes through Jefferson Village Park, crosses Arlington Boulevard by Bill Page Honda, crosses Sleepy Hollow … Continued
Local artists and residents gather in Annandale for Artopolis
Dozens of local residents and art enthusiasts gathered at Beanetics Coffee Roasters in Annandale Dec. 7 for the first day of Artopolis. This free event featured paintings, conversations with the artists, and music by the Parklawn Ramblers. Artopolis continues tonight and Saturday, 6-9 p.m., with a different group of artists each evening. Beanetics is located … Continued
Community invited to a Family STEM Fair
The community is invited to a Family STEM Fair next Tuesday, Dec. 5, at Braddock Elementary School in Annandale. The event, hosted by Lab Rascals in partnership with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, will be 5-7 p.m. at 7825 Heritage Drive. Lab Rascals is organizing hands-on STEM activities for families, involving virtual … Continued
Artopolis, Dec. 7-9, features artworks and artists at Beanetics
With one week to go, plans for Artopolis, Annandale’s first arts pop-up, are firmly in place. Running for three nights – Dec. 7-9 – Artopolis will bring a group of 14 local artists together to share their most recent work with the community. The free event will happen at Beanetics Coffee Roasters at 7028 Columbia … Continued
Beanetics to host an art gathering next month
Artopolis, a three-day art-focused community event, is bringing artworks and live music to Annandale next month. The free event is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. on Dec. 7, 8, and 9 at Beanetics Coffee Roasters at 7028 Columbia Pike. Artopolis is aimed at building an artistic community in Annandale, generating enthusiasm for the participating artists, and … Continued
Annual parade celebrates Annandale
Hundreds of people lined Columbia Pike Saturday morning to watch the annual Annandale parade, while children showed off their Halloween costumes and caught candy thrown into the crowd. More than 50 organizations and groups participated, reports Bob Reuss, who has been emceeing the parade for the past 18 years. Here are a few scenes from … Continued
Asiantique Market – food and fun for a cause
The Halloween-themed Asiantique Market Oct. 21 in Annandale featured more than 30 vendors selling Thai and other Asian food, old-school breakdancing by the Innovation Crew, and a costume contest. The event is held monthly from March to October at the Elmer Timberman Masonic Lodge at 6911 Columbia Pike. This was the last one for 2023. … Continued
The community celebrates the new Eileen Garnett Civic Space in Annandale
Annandale residents and county officials celebrated the opening of the Eileen Garnett Civic Space, at 7200 Columbia Pike, on Oct. 21. Annandale’s newest park is named for longtime community activist Eileen Garnett who died after a tragic accident in 2022. The park has a plaza area, a demonstration garden overseen by Hands On Harvests, a … Continued
Public invited to the grand opening of a new park in Annandale
The community is invited to the grand opening of the Eileen Garnett Civic Space on Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The new park, at 7200 Columbia Pike in Annandale, is located between the ACCA Child Development Center and the Annandale Fire Station. The opening celebration will feature a ribbon cutting and welcoming remarks by … Continued
KORUS Festival to feature a raffle for a brand-new Hyundai Elantra
One lucky winner at the KORUS Festival will come away with a brand-new Hyundai Elantra courtesy of Safford Brown Hyundai. The raffle is a key feature of the festival on Oct. 13-15 at the K Market parking lot, 4239 John Marr Drive in Annandale. The event highlights Korean-American culture and features, K-Pop, a talent contest, dance, international … Continued
Annandale Civic Space to open in October
Construction is well underway on the Annandale Civic Space, the new park on Columbia Pike between the ACCA Child Development Center and the Annandale Volunteer Fire Department. The Fairfax County Community Revitalization Section is planning a grand opening celebration for Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., with a ribbon cutting, remarks by county officials, activities, and … Continued
Annandale Shopping Center celebrates National Night Out
Fairfax County police officers and firefighters made the rounds last night at National Night Out events at recreation clubs, parks, community centers, and residential cul de sacs. Related story: Dance studio is moving to Annandale National Night Out brings first responders to neighborhoods to build relationships, forge connections, and share information about crime prevention and … Continued
A local Black community honors its history
More than a hundred current and former residents of Springdale came to the first-anniversary celebration of the Black American Registry of Bailey’s Crossroads to honor the people who made lasting contributions to the community. The event, in the Bailey’s Community Center on July 15, featured an awards ceremony, photo displays, and an opportunity for people … Continued