Attic Treasures Bazaar Combines Culture With Reuse
The Attic Treasures Bazaar will return to the Falls Church Community Center on November 6-7. This community-wide thrifting began in 1965 led by a succession of City residents.
Community and History
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Run for the Schools: A Falls Church Tradition, 22 Years Strong
On September 20, 2026, the Falls Church Education Foundation will hold their 22nd Run for the Schools. In this post, FCEF relates the history of the run and its impact on the City schools.
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A Special 250th Anniversary Independence Day Remembrance Event on July 4
The annual Independence Day Remembrance event hosted by VPIS will be a special 250th Anniversary celebration featuring new readings, music and a tree planting. Join us to explore the struggles and successes that define our constitutional order.
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The 2026 Falls Church Women’s History Walk Adds Four Honorees to the List of Leaders and Activists
The Women’s History Walk will be held in Cherry Hill Park on May 9, 10am-3pm. The 2026 honorees joining this distinguished list are Sharon Schoeller, Marty Behr, Melissa Teates and Sandy Tarpinian.
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Falls Church Women’s History Group Marks America’s 250th by Honoring Local Women Who Turned Ideals into Action
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Women’s History Group honors 8 Falls Church women whose stories reflect those ideals of freedom and self-governance.
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Managing a Successful Farmers Market: Harder Than It Looks!
Falls Church Farmers Market Manager Jennifer Brady lets us in on what it takes to maintain the market’s award-winning reputation and be the City’s biggest attraction.
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Services and Programs for Older Adults (and Others) in the City of Falls Church
The City provides many services for seniors and low-income families, many through contracts with Fairfax County. They include housing and assisted living, tax relief, dental care, transportation and much more. Some services are also available to younger adults and disabled residents.
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The Story Behind the Annual Falls Church Independence Day Remembrance
The Falls Church Independence Day Remembrance, a tradition since 1984, will be held at the historic Falls Church Episcopal chapel at 12pm, July 4th. The event offers participants a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of the ideals captured in historic documents that led to the Declaration of Independence.
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Introducing “Falls Church Federal Voices”
The editors introduce a feature where federal employees and contractors are invited to tell their stories describing the importance of their work to the public they serve.
