Making Sure Children Don't Go Hungry
Our Daily Bread provides meals for children during summer break.
For most children, summer means the end of homework and tests, and the beginning of cookouts and carefree summer vacations.
Cats Waiting for Adoption
At Pet Nutrition Center in Burke it’s all about finding the right family.
If you are in the market to adopt a cat, the Pet Nutrition Center in Burke is the place for you. These furry friends come straight from a no-kill Prince William Shelter in Woodbridge and are available at a low adoption rate. Cat adopters are in greater need around this time of the year because of the influx of kittens that are born.
Meet Frodo and Sam
Lou and I adopted Mister Frodo from Home Alone Cat Rescue about two years ago. We have a soft spot for big orange cats. Frodo is part Maine coon (large with furry feet) and part American bobtail (large with short tail).
Ramadan in Oakton
The American Turkish Friendship Association celebrates breaking of the daily fast.
In celebration of Ramadan, The American Turkish Friendship Association held its Ramadan Tent and Turkish cultural exhibitions July 17-19 at the Unity of Fairfax Church in Oakton.
Brief: Anne Gruner Appointed to the GMU Board of Visitors
Last week, Gov. Bob McDonnell announced appointments to five boards of visitors.
Lost Dog: Helping Save Lives, One Pet at a Time
Area residents explain their dedication to the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation.
Behind every adoption successfully completed by the Arlington-based Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation, there's a volunteer with a happy heart.
Fairfax Home Sales: June, 2013
In June 2013, 136 Fairfax homes sold between $1,582,924-$147,000.
Fairfax Home Sales: June, 2013
Elizabeth Kruse Leads WIHS Junior Committee as Youth Ambassador
The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events, has chosen Elizabeth Kruse of McLean as youth ambassador of the 2013 show.
Editorial: Share Wisdom With Newcomers and Others
The Connection's Newcomers and Community Guide publishes in late August.
Our Insider's Edition Newcomers and Community Guides, will publish the last week of August. What tips do you have for someone getting to know your community? We're hoping to share the places, activities, events, organizations and volunteer opportunities your neighbors might not know about. What great places and activities do you want your new neighbors to know about? Events that should not be missed? Organizations that do a great job? Places to volunteer? Tips for navigating your PTA or your school’s front office? We'd love to have your photos to go along with your suggestions.
Fairfax Man Charged With Molesting Child
A Fairfax man who worked as a local swimming coach and instructor has been arrested and charged with molesting a 7-year-old girl. He is Eduardo Requejo, 23, of Warwick Avenue. Fairfax County police say the alleged crimes did not happen at his worksite; the child is an acquaintance and was not one of his students.
Lee High, Coach Girton Win 2013 Strength of America Award
Robert E. Lee High School and Coach John Girton received the Strength of America Award from The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition at the organizations' 36th annual conference and awards banquet Friday, July 12 in Las Vegas, N.V.
Performing Arts High School Opens At Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton
Programs offer artistic balance to campus, financial assistance to Lorton Arts Foundation.
Metropolitan School of the Arts President and Founder Melissa Dobbs saw the news as a call for help, and a blessing of an opportunity: In mid-June, 2012, a story appeared in the newspaper explaining that the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton was in a financial crisis.
Ice Cream Social at Workhouse
Fundraiser for ceramics program will help kiln yard roof project.
The Workhouse Arts Center held its fifth annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser last Saturday, July 13, at the former Lorton Prison.
Obon Festival at Ekoji Temple
Celebration remembers ancestors who passed away.
Hundreds of people attended the Obon Summer Festival Saturday, July 13, at the Ekoji Buddhist Temple in Fairfax Station.
A Touch of Hollywood in Lorton
The 5th annual Clifton Film Fest premiers July 20.
The 5th anniversary of the Clifton Film Fest—Fairfax County’s first and only celebration of independent film—will be held on Saturday, July 20 at 4 p.m. at the Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Lorton Road.
Mapping it Out
City of Fairfax gets strategic about future of parks and recreation.
On a summer Sunday afternoon, several people huddle over a giant digital map of Van Dyck Park spread out across tables at the Sherwood Community Center, musing about future amenities at the City of Fairfax’s oldest and largest park, located just across the street.
John Tran Takes Oath for Circuit Court
John M. Tran was presented with his official commission as a Fairfax Circuit Court judge on Friday, July 12, at 4 p.m. at the Fairfax Courthouse, 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax.
Editorial: City Council vs. Women’s Health Centers
There’s something I learned in college that has always stuck with me: Political theory is not formed in a vacuum. How we see the world is informed by the times we have lived through. I’m a native of Virginia and most of my life has now been lived here in Fairfax. I’ve made it my home and raised my children here.
Week in Fairfax
Fire officials say a blaze last week at a local credit union was caused by a worker using an open flame while repairing a leak in the roof. The incident occurred Thursday, July 11, around 3:05 p.m., at the Fairfax County Federal Credit Union, 4201 Members Way in Fairfax Center.