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Dranesville Happenings
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November 2017 |
| Announcements and Upcoming Activities in and Around the Dranesville District |
John Foust
Dranesville District Supervisor
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Contact us at:
Dranesville District Supervisor
McLean Governmental Center
1437 Balls Hill Road
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October 31 through December 2: Fabric of Families Exhibit
ArtSpace Herndon
In the 1960s, hometown newspapers chronicled the barest details of family milestones in columns headed "births, marriages, deaths." Expanding on those three topics, artists were asked to choose a family member to celebrate in three pieces of fiber art. Beginning by selecting an item of clothing, linen or similar that belonged to that person, artists were asked to incorporate a piece of that item in each of three creations honoring the early childhood, early adulthood, and later life of their relative. Visit ArtSpace Herndon to see the stories of these individuals.
Event Details
Tuesday, October 31 through Saturday, December 2
Tuesdays through Saturdays: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sundays and Mondays: Closed
ArtSpace Herndon
750 Center Street, Herndon
Reception
Sunday, November 5
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
ArtSpace Herndon
750 Center Street, Herndon
For more information, visit https://www.artspaceherndon.org/.
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November 6: Public Meeting on Proposed New Fairfax Connector Express Route and Improvements to Existing Routes
The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) is seeking feedback on a proposed Fairfax Connector express service, Route 699, from the Fairfax County Government Center to downtown Washington, D.C. and improvements to existing express service from Springfield to the Pentagon, Route 395, and Route 463 in Vienna and Tysons.
A public meeting will be held on November 6 to provide residents with the opportunity to learn more about the proposed service changes and provide feedback.
Event Details
Monday, November 6
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Irving Middle School
8100 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield
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November 7: Election Day
Virginia is one of only two states in the country with statewide elections this November.
Fairfax County voters' ballots will include choices for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, House of Delegates Representative, and Public School Bonds Referendum. Sample ballots are available online at
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/upcoming.htm.
Polls are open in Virginia from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you are planning to vote on your way home from work, keep in mind you need to be in line at your poll location by 7:00 p.m. in order to vote.
A photo ID is necessary to vote in Virginia. There are several forms of acceptable photo ID, which are listed online at
http://bit.ly/2z5tTpU. If you do not have a photo ID, you can get a free photo ID from the Office of Elections. Contact the Office of Elections as soon as possible at 703-222-0776, TTY 711, or
voting@fairfaxcounty.gov.
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November 9: Public Comments on Fairfax County Transportation Priorities Plan Update Due
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) are seeking feedback from the community to help prioritize unfunded transportation projects in the County. The results of this outreach will assist the Board of Supervisors in selecting transportation priorities that can be implemented with existing revenue sources through Fiscal Year 2023, and with additional funding that may become available in the future.
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November 9: McLean Police District Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting
The November McLean Police District Station Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Program will focus on police stress as part of the job with a presentation by Lt. Dan Pang. Police Officers are more likely than the general population to suffer stress-related health problems and depression. Pulling from his 15 years of FCPD experience, Lt. Pang will discuss some of the things he has observed and experienced.
Event Details
Thursday, November 9, 7:00 p.m.
McLean Governmental Center
1437 Balls Hill Road, McLean
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November 9: Nature as Prototype Exhibit Opens
McLean Project for the Arts
McLean Project for the Arts will open its newest exhibition, "Nature as Prototype," on November 9. Featuring the work of Yoko K, Adam Nelson, and Gretthe Whittrock, "Nature as Prototype" aims to examine the role of nature and biology as a source of inspiration for art and design. The National Endowment for the Arts awarded a $10,000 Arts Engagement in American Communities grant to MPA in support of this exhibition.
MPA will host an Opening Exhibition Reception on November 9 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at MPA@ChainBridge.
Event Details
Thursday, November 9 through Saturday, December 23
Monday through Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday
MPA@ChainBridge
1446 Chain Bridge Road, McLean
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November 9: Human Trafficking Seminar
The Madeira School and the Rotary Club of Great Falls
The Madeira School is hosting a Human Trafficking Awareness Seminar in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Great Falls. In addition to a presentation from experts, the seminar will include stories from two survivors.
Event Details
Thursday, November 9
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The Madeira School
8328 Georgetown Pike, McLean
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November 10: ArtSpace Happening - Open Mic Poetry
ArtSpace Herndon
Join ArtSpace Herndon for its first ArtSpace Happening! The new series will take place on the first Friday of every month.
Featured members of the Poetry Society of Virginia, including Claudia Gary, Sally Zakaria, R.L. O'Kelly, Steve Bucher, Jack Underhill, Stan Galloway, Laura J. Bobrow, Cathy Hailey, and Susan Notar will share their poetry. An open mic will follow, allowing for anyone attending to have a moment on stage. This event is free and open to the public.
Event Details
Friday, November 10
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
ArtSpace Herndon
750 Center Street, Herndon
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November 9 and 28: Tysons-Old Meadow Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Public Design Workshops
Virginia Department of Transportation
The Virginia Department of Transportation
 (VDOT) recently completed the evaluation of alternatives for a new bicycle and pedestrian facility in Tysons. The selection of the preferred alternative included an extensive public outreach process. The bicycle/pedestrian facility selected for final design and construction (pictured) includes an off-road shared use path along Old Meadow Road from Route 123 to the Dolley Madison Apartments and a bicycle/pedestrian bridge across the Capital Beltway (I-495) adjacent to the Dolley Madison Apartments and the Encore Condominiums with a terminus at the existing shared use path along Tysons One Place within the Tysons Corner Center.
VDOT will hold design workshops during the dates and times listed below to work with the community on refining the design elements of the facility, focusing primarily on the bridge across the Beltway and the approaches to the bicycle and pedestrian bridge. During the workshops, VDOT will gather public input and discuss details on security, tree screening, aesthetics, lighting and architectural treatments that can be accommodated within VDOT standards and the project budget.
VDOT recommends that the public attend both workshops. Ideas and concepts discussed during the first workshop will be vetted and refined and the results of the refinement process will be presented at the second workshop for additional public input.
Event Details
Thursday, November 9
Tuesday, November 28
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Westgate Elementary School
7500 Magarity Road, Falls Church
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November 12: Eating and Fighting Like a Sailor in the War of 1812
Colvin Run Mill
Colvin Run Mill welcomes the Ship's Company for the first time! Reenactors portraying U.S. Navy sailors from the War of 1812 will show how these sailors survived during the Age of Sail. There will be demonstrations on sailor nutrition and cannon firing.
Event Details
Sunday, November 12
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m..
Colvin Run Mill
10017 Colvin Run Mill Road, Great Falls
This event is free and no reservations are required. There is an additional cost for mill tours. For more information, call 703-759-2771.
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November 13: Tysons: Past, Present, and Future
McLean Citizens Association
The McLean Citizens Association invites the community to a meeting with Fairfax County senior staff to learn more about the past, present, and future of Tysons. Dranesville District Supervisor John Foust will provide opening remarks.
Event Details
Monday, November 13
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
McLean High School
1633 Davidson Road, McLean
Topics that will be addressed include:
- Key features of the approved Tysons Comprehensive Plan Amendment to guide development in Tysons through 2050
- Current and future commercial and residential development in Tysons
- Current and future efforts for mitigating traffic congestion in and around Tysons
- How public facility and parks/athletic field needs are being and will be met
- What Tysons development will mean for growth and development in McLean and Vienna
- How to stay informed
There will be time for Q & A during the event.
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November 13: Spring Street Improvements Public Information Meeting
Town of Herndon and VDOT Seeking Public Input
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is hosting a Public Information Meeting for residents to learn more about and weigh in on planned improvements in the Spring Street area, slated to begin in 2021, depending on funding.
Event Details
Monday, November 13
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Town of Herndon Council Chambers
765 Lynn Street, Herndon
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November 13, 14, and 16: Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Design Public Hearings
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), in partnership with I-66 Express Mobility Partners (EMP), will host Design Public Hearings on the Transform 66 Outside the Beltway Project regarding plans for the 22.5 mile corridor from I-495 to University Boulevard in Gainesville.
Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to view design plans and learn more about the proposed improvements, discuss questions or concerns with staff during the open house, view a formal presentation, and provide oral and/or written comments.
Public Hearing Dates and Locations
All hearing times are from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
A formal presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m., followed by a public comment period
Monday, November 13
Project Segment 3 from Route 50 to I-495
Oakton High School Cafeteria
2900 Sutton Road, Vienna
Tuesday, November 14
Project Segment 2 from Route 29 in Centreville to Route 50
Stone Middle School Cafeteria
5500 Sully Park Drive, Centreville
Thursday, November 16
Project Segment 1 from Gainesville to Route 29 in Centreville
Piney Branch Elementary School Cafeteria/Gym
8301 Linton Hall Road, Bristow
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November 14: GFCA Town Hall
VDOT Route 7 Corridor Improvements
The Great Falls community is invited to attend a Town Hall meeting hosted by the Great Fall Citizens Association (GFCA) to learn about the current status of the Route 7 Corridor Improvements from William Dunn, the project manager, and other VDOT staff.
Also at this Town Hall, GFCA members will be asked to vote on proposed changes to the GFCA Bylaws. While only GFCA members may vote on the Bylaws, the public is encouraged to attend the meeting and participate in the Route 7 discussion.
Event Details
Tuesday, November 14, 7:00 p.m.
Great Falls Library
9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls
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November 14: Human Trafficking: Here and Now in Northern Virginia
American Association of University Women, McLean
The McLean branch of the an Association of University Women (AAUW) is hosting a panel discussion on how to combat human trafficking in Northern Virginia. Panelists will include Bill Woolf, President, Just Ask Prevention Project; Dr. Elizabeth Payne, Fairfax County Public Schools Coordinator of Health, Physical Education, and Family Life Education; and Ms. Deepa Patel, Therapist with Trauma and Hope.
Event Details
Tuesday, November 14, 7:00 p.m.
Redeemer Lutheran Church
1545 Chain Bridge Road, McLean
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November 15: From Diapers to Dating
How to Talk to Your Children about Sexuality
The Unitarian Universalist Church in Reston and Cornerstones are excited to host Rev. Dr. Debra W. Haffner for a parenting talk. Dr. Haffner will discuss her award-winning book,
From Diapers to Dating: A Parent's Guide to Raising Sexually Healthy Children, from Infancy to Middle School and provide time for Q & A.
Event Details
Wednesday, November 15
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church
1625 Wiehle Avenue, Reston
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November 16: New Medicaid Program, CCC+, Town Hall
The
Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC+) program begins in the Northern Virginia area on December 1. CCC+ is a new Medicaid managed care program that provides services for children and adults who are disabled, and seniors who are both Medicaid and Medicare eligible (commonly referred as "dual eligible"), and will include behavioral health services. Individuals living in Northern Virginia who have a disability, are receiving waiver benefits and/or are over age of 65, who are Medicaid eligible, will automatically be enrolled in this program. CCC+ is mandatory.
An informational "Town Hall" style meeting will be held in Fairfax County on November 16. Due to limited space, registration is required;
register online or call 1-844-374-9159. For reasonable ADA accommodations, email
cccplus@dmas.virginia.gov two weeks before the meeting. You can also ask questions during weekly
conference calls held each Tuesday.
Event Details
Thursday, November 16
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax
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November 18: Riverside Campfire - Terrific Turkeys
Riverbend Park
Wild turkeys roam Riverbend Park's meadows and riverbanks. Learn about these elusive and seasonal birds through games and activities. Bring a toasting stick because s'mores will be provided. Come early if you would like to bring a picnic or hot dogs to toast.
Event Details
Saturday, November 18
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Riverbend Park
8700 Potomac Hills Street, Great Falls
The one-hour program costs $8 per person. This event will be canceled if it rains. For more information, call 703-759-9018. Register online at
http://bit.ly/2iSBpQI.
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November 19: Emerging Artists
Amadeus Concerts
Two new Amadeus Emerging Artists will be featured at the November 19 concert. The incredible 12-year-old piano prodigy Oscar Paz-Suaznabar hails from Alexandria and was featured on National Public Radio's "From the Top." Julia Angelov is a National Symphony Orchestra Youth Fellow and multiple competition laureate. This is a concert you won't want to miss; bring a young friend!
Event Details
Sunday, November 19
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
St. Francis Episcopal Church
9220 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls
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November 21: Great Falls Senior Center November Event
The Great Falls Senior Center (GFSC) will host a performance of the Female Re-Enactors of Distinction (FREED). Founded in 2005 in association with D.C.'s African American Civil War Museum, FREED portrays and celebrates the accomplishments of the American Civil War soldiers and the women who supported their fight for freedom. Re-enactment, dramatic readings, and various other educational programs will transport you back in time.
Event Details
Tuesday, November 21
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
St. Francis Episcopal Church
9220 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls
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November 29: College Recruiting Seminar
McLean High School
McLean High School is hosting a free college recruiting seminar for interested students and their families. This event will provide valuable information about the recruiting process, including how to get recruited, how to become academically eligible, how to get scholarships and grants, how to set up college visits, and more.
Event Details
November 29, 7:30 p.m.
McLean High School Cafeteria
1633 Davidson Road, McLean
Attendees will receive a free SAT/ACT Prep DVD valued at $350.
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December 1 through 3: Tysons Library Friends Quarterly Book Sale
The Tysons Library Friends first quarterly book sale in the newly renovated Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library will be held December 1 through 3. The sale offers a large selection of books and media for all ages and interests.
Friday, December 1, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 2, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 3 , 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Half Price / $10 per Bag Sale
Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library
7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church
Donations and volunteers are welcome. Proceeds benefit the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library and related activities. For more information, contact the Tysons Library Friends at
tysonslibraryfriends@gmail.com or 703-790-4031.
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December 3: McLean WinterFest Holiday Parade
Save the Date
Planning is underway for the McLean WinterFest Holiday Parade, scheduled for December 3.
This will be the 9th annual WinterFest and each year the parade gets bigger and better than the year before. As in previous years, the parade will take place down Old Chain Bridge Road from Fleetwood Road to Elm Street. The viewing stand will be at Langley Shopping Center and will include a variety of food trucks. Peggy Fox, from WUSA Channel 9, will announce the parade.
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"Forward to Police" Feature on Nextdoor
Fairfax County residents using Nextdoor can now forward their Crime & Safety posts and Urgent Alerts directly to us online. Nextdoor is a free and private social network for neighborhoods. This new feature called "Forward to Police" allows residents to share information regarding safety and criminal activity in their neighborhoods with our crime prevention officers.
The Fairfax County Police Department began partnering with Nextdoor in January 2016 to help improve Countywide and neighbor-to-neighbor communications. It is important to note, however, that this new feature is supplemental, and not intended to replace the use of the police's 9-1-1 and non-emergency reporting systems.
If you are interested in joining your neighborhood's Nextdoor website, visit
www.nextdoor.com and enter your address.
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Tree Care Information
Fairfax County Urban Forest Management Division
Hypoxylon canker is a fatal disease of already stressed trees; it is unable to colonize healthy wood. The disease affects hardwoods, particularly red oaks and maples.
Prevention is the solution for reducing damage from this disease. Keep trees healthy by watering, pruning only during dormancy, and applying mulch properly.
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Code Compliance Corner
Signs in the Highway Program
State law prohibits the posting of signs on state rights-of-way. On July 1, 2013, Fairfax County initiated the
Signs in the Highway Program to assist the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) by removing illegal signs from selected major roads, including advertising, political, real estate, and other signs.
Signs are regularly picked up every week between Tuesday and Thursday by the Sheriff's Community Labor Force but are not cleaned up based on public complaints and will not be removed from neighborhood streets, only selected major roads across the County.
Citizens may help by creating or joining a VDOT Adopt-a-Highway group to remove signs from their neighborhood streets and nearby roads.
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2017 Reduced Cost Rabies Clinics
Fairfax County Animal Shelter
Virginia law requires all dogs and cats more than four months old to be vaccinated for rabies and have their vaccinations up to date. The Fairfax County Animal Shelter will offer rabies vaccinations at the reduced rate of $15 per pet.
Dogs, cats, and ferrets will be vaccinated at these clinics. Dogs must be on leashes and cats and ferrets must be in carriers. Only cash and checks will be accepted. 2017 County Dog Licenses will be sold for an additional cost of $10.
Remaining Clinic Date
Sunday, December 10
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Mason District Governmental Center
6507 Columbia Pike, Annandale
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Herndon Village Network
The Herndon Village Network (HVN) is a neighbor-to-neighbor non-profit. Volunteers support Herndon's senior citizens by offering rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, classes, and social engagements.
The Herndon Village Network (HVN) has a new Rides Coordinator, Christine (Chris) Kittilstad! Chris is replacing Betsy McManus who is leaving HVN to be a full time business manager for a local HOA. Betsy will be missed by members, drivers, and the Board. Chris has been an HVN driver for 6 months and understands the mission.
The Herndon Village Network (HVN) Board of Directors includes:
Penny Halpern - President
Charlie Marts - Vice President
Rosemary Kendall - Secretary
Nancy Boughn - Treasurer
Pat Williams - At-Large
Beverly Harris - At-Large
Jenny Phipps - At-Large
Bill McKenna - At-Large
Herndon residents who are 55 or older, live in the 20170 zip code, and are interested in HVN services should call 703-375-9439. Interested volunteers should visit
www.herndonvillagenetwork.org and complete an application. All volunteers are vetted.
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Call for Volunteers and Drivers
Shepherd's Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church
The Shepherd's Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church, run exclusively by volunteers, is working to establish an enduring network of volunteers to help support the needs of local seniors. Volunteers provide free transportation to medical and therapy appointments and pharmacy and grocery stores, visit homebound individuals, or make phone calls to check in with seniors.
No minimum amount of time or long term commitment is required and scheduling is flexible. All volunteers must undergo a screening process.
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McLean Community: A Village for All Ages
McLean Community: A Village for all Ages (McLeanCVA) works to provide residents and visitors with references to helpful entities that provide solutions for practical living concerns including daily living, insurance, legal, financial, transportation, and housing. McLeanCVA also acts as a resource for entertainment, recreation, volunteering and social opportunities.
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Fairfax Family Caregiver Support Program
Events and Opportunities
Caregiving Through the Holidays
Thursday, November 2, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WEBINAR
Effective Communication Strategies in Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Wednesday, November 15, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
WEBINAR
Strategies for Difficult Conversations
Thursday, November 13, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
768 Center Street, Herndon
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Volunteer Opportunities and Events
County Division of Adult and Aging Services
Meaningful volunteer opportunities and events are available to improve the lives of older adults and adults with disabilities in Fairfax County. For a complete list of volunteer opportunities in Fairfax County or more information about those listed below, visit
http://fairfaxcounty.gov/olderadults and follow the link to "Volunteer Solutions" or call 703-324-5406,
TTY 711.
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Volunteer Opportunities
- Meals on Wheels Drivers, Substitute Drivers, and Co-Coordinators are needed for routes throughout the County. Much of the coordination can be completed via phone and computer. Apply online.
- The Herndon Senior Center is looking for an experienced Yoga Breathing Instructor to teach a class once a week for 45 minutes and SAIL Instructors. Apply online.
- The Herndon Adult Day Health Care Center is looking for a Spanish Instructor to teach simple Spanish words to a small group of seniors, Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. once a month. Apply online.
- The Pimmit Hills Senior Center in Falls Church is looking for General Volunteers, Lunch Assistants, a Volunteer Coordinator, and a Ceramics Instructor, two to three hours per week, who can lead participants and operate the center's kiln. Apply online.
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The Lewinsville Senior Center in McLean needs instructors for the following classes: Ballroom Dance and Basic Guitar.
Apply online.
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| Fairfax County is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all county programs, services and activities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request. For information, call the Dranesville District office at 703-356-0551, TTY 711. |
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