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Looking for weekend plans? Don't miss out on the best events in our county!
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January 9, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Looking for weekend plans? Don't miss out on the best events in our county!
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the fun activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
📧 Sign up for The Weekender newsletter and get updates on all the fun activities you can enjoy: https://bit.ly/49K61LC
Our Police Department encourage drivers & pedestrians alike to stay alert, follow traffic laws, & look out for one another 🚸
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Our Police Department encourage drivers & pedestrians alike to stay alert, follow traffic laws, & look out for one another 🚸
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
🚘Whether commuting or exercising, everyone has a role in keeping our roadways & neighborhoods safe.
For more tips, visit https://ow.ly/XQLG50XU1Ht
With the holidays winding down, flu cases are ramping up.
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
January 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
With the holidays winding down, flu cases are ramping up.
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against the flu each year 💉
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/flu
Do you recognize these found pets? 🐶🐱🐰
Do you need help keeping your pet? Is this your pet, but you can no longer care for them? Are you concerned about fees or need assistance finding a new home for them? Please reach out to us at 703-324-0299. We are here to help!
Do you need help keeping your pet? Is this your pet, but you can no longer care for them? Are you concerned about fees or need assistance finding a new home for them? Please reach out to us at 703-324-0299. We are here to help!
January 8, 2026 at 9:35 PM
Do you recognize these found pets? 🐶🐱🐰
Do you need help keeping your pet? Is this your pet, but you can no longer care for them? Are you concerned about fees or need assistance finding a new home for them? Please reach out to us at 703-324-0299. We are here to help!
Do you need help keeping your pet? Is this your pet, but you can no longer care for them? Are you concerned about fees or need assistance finding a new home for them? Please reach out to us at 703-324-0299. We are here to help!
January 8, 2026 at 6:15 PM
County Executive Bryan Hill talks with Stephanie Berkowitz, CEO of Northern Virginia Family Services, about how community partnerships help stabilize families in crisis on the latest "Connect with County Leaders" podcast.
Listen: https://ow.ly/3pFy50XTpJ7
Listen: https://ow.ly/3pFy50XTpJ7
January 8, 2026 at 3:35 PM
County Executive Bryan Hill talks with Stephanie Berkowitz, CEO of Northern Virginia Family Services, about how community partnerships help stabilize families in crisis on the latest "Connect with County Leaders" podcast.
Listen: https://ow.ly/3pFy50XTpJ7
Listen: https://ow.ly/3pFy50XTpJ7
#DYK Fairfax County residents can now drop off unwanted hardcover, paperback, and textbooks in the green donation bins at the I-66 Transfer Station 📚
Only books with an ISBN barcode are accepted for collection.
To learn more, visit: https://ow.ly/51L450XN9Eg
Only books with an ISBN barcode are accepted for collection.
To learn more, visit: https://ow.ly/51L450XN9Eg
January 8, 2026 at 1:05 PM
#DYK Fairfax County residents can now drop off unwanted hardcover, paperback, and textbooks in the green donation bins at the I-66 Transfer Station 📚
Only books with an ISBN barcode are accepted for collection.
To learn more, visit: https://ow.ly/51L450XN9Eg
Only books with an ISBN barcode are accepted for collection.
To learn more, visit: https://ow.ly/51L450XN9Eg
Adopt-A-Family Holiday Program Spreading Joy and Cheer 🎉
Thanks to the immense outpouring, 882 donors joined hands to support 1,019 families and 2,096 children in our community, helping our Department of Family Services’ program surpass the reach of all previous years https://ow.ly/6XhQ50XT2ho
Thanks to the immense outpouring, 882 donors joined hands to support 1,019 families and 2,096 children in our community, helping our Department of Family Services’ program surpass the reach of all previous years https://ow.ly/6XhQ50XT2ho
January 7, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Adopt-A-Family Holiday Program Spreading Joy and Cheer 🎉
Thanks to the immense outpouring, 882 donors joined hands to support 1,019 families and 2,096 children in our community, helping our Department of Family Services’ program surpass the reach of all previous years https://ow.ly/6XhQ50XT2ho
Thanks to the immense outpouring, 882 donors joined hands to support 1,019 families and 2,096 children in our community, helping our Department of Family Services’ program surpass the reach of all previous years https://ow.ly/6XhQ50XT2ho
The start of a new year is the perfect time to check your emergency supplies and update your family's safety plans.
📋Let's make sure you're ready for whatever 2026 brings: https://ow.ly/ZjTY50XT258
📋Let's make sure you're ready for whatever 2026 brings: https://ow.ly/ZjTY50XT258
January 7, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The start of a new year is the perfect time to check your emergency supplies and update your family's safety plans.
📋Let's make sure you're ready for whatever 2026 brings: https://ow.ly/ZjTY50XT258
📋Let's make sure you're ready for whatever 2026 brings: https://ow.ly/ZjTY50XT258
#ICYMI Registration for Park Authority winter classes is open ❄️
There are indoor, outdoor and virtual classes available at multiple locations across the county.
Browse classes and sign up online: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
There are indoor, outdoor and virtual classes available at multiple locations across the county.
Browse classes and sign up online: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
January 7, 2026 at 4:45 PM
#ICYMI Registration for Park Authority winter classes is open ❄️
There are indoor, outdoor and virtual classes available at multiple locations across the county.
Browse classes and sign up online: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
There are indoor, outdoor and virtual classes available at multiple locations across the county.
Browse classes and sign up online: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
Fairfax County Public Library is excited to share our new cards with you following a design contest. Through creativity and skill, these artists have turned a library card into a unique work of art that embodies the spirit of our community.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/ZoBx50XL9Y5
Learn more: https://ow.ly/ZoBx50XL9Y5
January 7, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Fairfax County Public Library is excited to share our new cards with you following a design contest. Through creativity and skill, these artists have turned a library card into a unique work of art that embodies the spirit of our community.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/ZoBx50XL9Y5
Learn more: https://ow.ly/ZoBx50XL9Y5
Climate Matters celebrated its second year in 2025 🎉
Our Office of Environmental & Energy Coordination blog shares stories, insights & information related to climate change & sustainability.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/OQgM50XSxL2
Our Office of Environmental & Energy Coordination blog shares stories, insights & information related to climate change & sustainability.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/OQgM50XSxL2
January 6, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Climate Matters celebrated its second year in 2025 🎉
Our Office of Environmental & Energy Coordination blog shares stories, insights & information related to climate change & sustainability.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/OQgM50XSxL2
Our Office of Environmental & Energy Coordination blog shares stories, insights & information related to climate change & sustainability.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/OQgM50XSxL2
Neighborhood & Community Services is holding Open Hire events this month
Interested applicants should bring several copies of their resume, and be prepared to interview on the spot for part-time jobs in School Age Child Care & recreation.
Details: https://ow.ly/aL4k50XSv5z
Interested applicants should bring several copies of their resume, and be prepared to interview on the spot for part-time jobs in School Age Child Care & recreation.
Details: https://ow.ly/aL4k50XSv5z
January 6, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Neighborhood & Community Services is holding Open Hire events this month
Interested applicants should bring several copies of their resume, and be prepared to interview on the spot for part-time jobs in School Age Child Care & recreation.
Details: https://ow.ly/aL4k50XSv5z
Interested applicants should bring several copies of their resume, and be prepared to interview on the spot for part-time jobs in School Age Child Care & recreation.
Details: https://ow.ly/aL4k50XSv5z
Throughout January and February, our library is collecting donations for local food pantries.
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
For details, visit https://ow.ly/GKvK50XSbJA
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
For details, visit https://ow.ly/GKvK50XSbJA
January 6, 2026 at 1:35 PM
Throughout January and February, our library is collecting donations for local food pantries.
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
For details, visit https://ow.ly/GKvK50XSbJA
Drop off unexpired, commercially produced food items to any of our library branches during regular hours.
For details, visit https://ow.ly/GKvK50XSbJA
January is Stalking Awareness Month
#DYK 80% of stalking victims are stalked through technology. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
#DYK 80% of stalking victims are stalked through technology. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
January 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM
January is Stalking Awareness Month
#DYK 80% of stalking victims are stalked through technology. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
#DYK 80% of stalking victims are stalked through technology. https://bit.ly/3VehB76 #NSAM
With the holiday season ending, our Dept. of Public Works makes proper disposal of live Christmas trees easy and hassle-free. Remove all decorations and place the tree at the curb. Your collector will pick it up during the first two weeks of January.
Details: https://bit.ly/4plvcIP
Details: https://bit.ly/4plvcIP
January 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM
With the holiday season ending, our Dept. of Public Works makes proper disposal of live Christmas trees easy and hassle-free. Remove all decorations and place the tree at the curb. Your collector will pick it up during the first two weeks of January.
Details: https://bit.ly/4plvcIP
Details: https://bit.ly/4plvcIP
If you or someone you know may need assistance in payment of a security deposit, repair or replacement of broken heating equipment, or supplemental heating equipment — the Crisis Assistance applications are accepted until March 16.
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
January 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
If you or someone you know may need assistance in payment of a security deposit, repair or replacement of broken heating equipment, or supplemental heating equipment — the Crisis Assistance applications are accepted until March 16.
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
🔗https://commonhelp.virginia.gov/access/
Inhale. Exhale. ☕
This breathing activity from @FCPSPsychs is perfect for the winter months! Breathe in through your nose as if you’re smelling a cup of hot chocolate and blow out to cool it off. This activity can calm the mind and body.
This breathing activity from @FCPSPsychs is perfect for the winter months! Breathe in through your nose as if you’re smelling a cup of hot chocolate and blow out to cool it off. This activity can calm the mind and body.
January 5, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Inhale. Exhale. ☕
This breathing activity from @FCPSPsychs is perfect for the winter months! Breathe in through your nose as if you’re smelling a cup of hot chocolate and blow out to cool it off. This activity can calm the mind and body.
This breathing activity from @FCPSPsychs is perfect for the winter months! Breathe in through your nose as if you’re smelling a cup of hot chocolate and blow out to cool it off. This activity can calm the mind and body.
As we begin 2026, our Police Department is launching its first traffic safety initiative of the year with a renewed focus on enforcement, education, and community awareness.
Learn more: https://fcpdnews.wordpress.com/2026/01/02/fcpd-launches-first-traffic-safety-initiative-of-2026/
Learn more: https://fcpdnews.wordpress.com/2026/01/02/fcpd-launches-first-traffic-safety-initiative-of-2026/
January 5, 2026 at 12:01 PM
As we begin 2026, our Police Department is launching its first traffic safety initiative of the year with a renewed focus on enforcement, education, and community awareness.
Learn more: https://fcpdnews.wordpress.com/2026/01/02/fcpd-launches-first-traffic-safety-initiative-of-2026/
Learn more: https://fcpdnews.wordpress.com/2026/01/02/fcpd-launches-first-traffic-safety-initiative-of-2026/
The Most Wonderful Time to Recycle
🎁 Learn what should NOT be recycled, including tinsel, foil wrapping, etc.
🍽️ View ideas to reduce gift and food waste.
🎄 Learn about Christmas tree curbside pickup in January.
Details: https://bit.ly/3Ms6kRI
🎁 Learn what should NOT be recycled, including tinsel, foil wrapping, etc.
🍽️ View ideas to reduce gift and food waste.
🎄 Learn about Christmas tree curbside pickup in January.
Details: https://bit.ly/3Ms6kRI
January 2, 2026 at 5:45 PM
The Most Wonderful Time to Recycle
🎁 Learn what should NOT be recycled, including tinsel, foil wrapping, etc.
🍽️ View ideas to reduce gift and food waste.
🎄 Learn about Christmas tree curbside pickup in January.
Details: https://bit.ly/3Ms6kRI
🎁 Learn what should NOT be recycled, including tinsel, foil wrapping, etc.
🍽️ View ideas to reduce gift and food waste.
🎄 Learn about Christmas tree curbside pickup in January.
Details: https://bit.ly/3Ms6kRI
Be Ready for Winter with Our Guide to Snow ❄️
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
January 2, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Be Ready for Winter with Our Guide to Snow ❄️
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
The guide compiles what you need to know about snow and its removal, including plowing and shoveling.
Check it out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/snow/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
We are excited to wish our wonderful residents a Happy New Year🎉
May 2026 be filled with love, good health, peace and prosperity!
May 2026 be filled with love, good health, peace and prosperity!
January 1, 2026 at 3:01 PM
We are excited to wish our wonderful residents a Happy New Year🎉
May 2026 be filled with love, good health, peace and prosperity!
May 2026 be filled with love, good health, peace and prosperity!
Fairfax County Government offices are closed Thursday, Jan. 1, for the New Year's holiday. However, some facilities are open and schedules vary.
For specific schedule information: https://bit.ly/2FAaDVj?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
For specific schedule information: https://bit.ly/2FAaDVj?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
January 1, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Fairfax County Government offices are closed Thursday, Jan. 1, for the New Year's holiday. However, some facilities are open and schedules vary.
For specific schedule information: https://bit.ly/2FAaDVj?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
For specific schedule information: https://bit.ly/2FAaDVj?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
Major Milestones and Top Materials for Fairfax County Public Library in 2025 📚
See what the top borrowed books of the year have been: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/major-milestones-and-top-materials-fairfax-county-public-library-2025
See what the top borrowed books of the year have been: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/major-milestones-and-top-materials-fairfax-county-public-library-2025
December 31, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Major Milestones and Top Materials for Fairfax County Public Library in 2025 📚
See what the top borrowed books of the year have been: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/major-milestones-and-top-materials-fairfax-county-public-library-2025
See what the top borrowed books of the year have been: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/major-milestones-and-top-materials-fairfax-county-public-library-2025
With so many kinds of mental health and substance use resources available, getting started can be challenging. Our county offers two free tools to help young people and their families find assistance.
Learn more about Youth Care Navigation Services: https://ow.ly/31zZ50XQ8yS
Learn more about Youth Care Navigation Services: https://ow.ly/31zZ50XQ8yS
December 31, 2025 at 7:05 PM
With so many kinds of mental health and substance use resources available, getting started can be challenging. Our county offers two free tools to help young people and their families find assistance.
Learn more about Youth Care Navigation Services: https://ow.ly/31zZ50XQ8yS
Learn more about Youth Care Navigation Services: https://ow.ly/31zZ50XQ8yS