News Briefs
Women Educators Will Share Experiences on March 23
The Fairfax City Commission for Women will host a panel discussion in Fairfax City Hall council chambers, 10455 Armstrong St., this Sunday, March 23, from 1-3 p.m. Moderated by Councilmember Stacey Hardy-Chandler, this free event’s theme is “Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.” Local women educators will share personal experiences and lessons learned, while highlighting the contributions of women educators in shaping communities, fostering mentorship and leading with purpose.
Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration on March 29
A ceremony commemorating Vietnam Veterans Day will be held Saturday, March 29, at 11 a.m., at the Veterans Amphitheater outside Fairfax City Hall, 10455 Armstrong St., in Fairfax. This community program will honor all Vietnam veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families, and individually remember the Fairfax County residents who died in Vietnam by reading their names.
Hosting this event are the Fairfax Resolves Chapter of the Virginia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution; the Fairfax County Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution; VFW Post 8469; and American Legion Post 177. It’s free and open to the public.
Attention Seniors: Home for Life Expo is April 4
The third annual Home for Life 2025 Expo will be held Friday, April 4, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Blenheim Blvd. in Fairfax. This free event will provide valuable information to senior citizens in both Fairfax City and County.
There’ll be 36 exhibitors, plus speakers on four topics – decluttering, technology support, estate planning and dementia care. The Welcome Café will offer refreshments and a place to catch up with friends and neighbors. And the City of Fairfax Fire Department will have its fire-simulator trailer in the parking lot.
Supplies Are Needed at The Lamb Center
The Lamb Center, a nonprofit, daytime drop-in center for the homeless, is in urgent need of men’s clothing, as well as food and supplies. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. Here are the most-needed items:
*Food - Disposable coffee cups, 12-oz.; sturdy, 9-inch paper plates; and
sturdy, disposable 16-oz. bowls (no Styrofoam for any of these items); lemonade powder mix and iced-tea mix (large canisters only); family-sized boxes of cereal; Pop Tarts; granulated sugar (10-lb. bags); and coffee creamer (large containers).
*Clothing - Men’s boxer briefs, new, (S-XXXL); ladies’ underwear, small sizes; hoodies (unisex); and men’s white undershirts (all sizes), new.
*Supplies - Paper towels; and liquid bleach.
All items may be brought to The Lamb Center at 3160 Campbell Drive in Fairfax City. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; and Saturday, from 9-11 a.m.
911 Focus Groups
Fairfax County’s Department of Public Safety Communications (the 9-1-1 Center), in partnership with George Mason University, is seeking your help to improve emergency services.
Focus groups are being formed to talk about how community members and first responders work together. Your input will help: Spot challenges in emergency response; Identify what communities need;Find ways to make services better; Share your thoughts on how AI tools could support emergency services
Why It Matters
These meetings will help emergency teams better understand what you need during a crisis and help you feel more prepared if an emergency happens.
Three upcoming sessions are scheduled:
* Culmore Library
Saturday, March 22
3-6 p.m.
Meeting Room 2
6101 Knollwood Dr., Falls Church
* Centreville Regional Library
Friday, April 4 (Updated date/time)
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Meeting Room 1
14200 St Germain Dr., Centreville
* Richard Byrd Library
Saturday, April 5
3-6 p.m.
Meeting Room 2
7250 Commerce St., Springfield
What to Expect
Each focus group lasts about 2-3 hours; Food and refreshments will be provided; Your ideas will help shape the future of emergency services
If you’re interested in being part of a focus group to help improve emergency communications in Fairfax County, you can register online.
Your voice matters in making emergency services work better for everyone in Fairfax County.