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City of Falls Church Government The City of Falls Church, VA, is an independent, full-service city six miles from D.C. We reserve the right to delete inappropriate comments.

The City of Falls Church, Virginia, is an independent, full-service city six miles from the nation's capital. "The Little City" is small in area (2.2 square miles) with a population of 14,000, the city is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system, environmental activism, and endless community activities.

The City of Falls Church Police Department would like to highlight the achievements of multiple Department members in th...
06/19/2026

The City of Falls Church Police Department would like to highlight the achievements of multiple Department members in the last month.

After 31 years of service, Support Services Division Captain Steve Rau retired on May 29. During his career, Captain Rau was assigned to every division in the police department, but most notably spent 15 years serving as the School Resource Officer for City of Falls Church Public Schools.

At the June 12th Police Swearing In, Awards, and Promotional Ceremony, three new police officers were sworn in ahead of their Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy graduation. Please give Officers Blurton, Fratti, and Saenz a warm welcome when you see them on patrol!

On the same day, two new Emergency Communications Technicians, ECT Evans and ECT Sarmiento, received their Basic Dispatcher Certification.

Recognized for previous promotions were Captain Symoun and Sergeant Morrison.

Lastly, Officer Barry was awarded the Division Commander's Award for his sustained pattern of teamwork, initiative, and dedication to the department's mission, vision, and values, and Sergeant Morrison received the Meritorious Action Award for his off-duty response to an eight-vehicle crash, where he ultimately intervened to stop the violent at-fault driver from continuing their attack on others.

Congratulations to all! 🎉👏

Honoring Juneteenth in The Little CityJuneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally ...
06/19/2026

Honoring Juneteenth in The Little City

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally learned that the Emancipation Proclamation had ended slavery—more than two years after it was issued. As the last community to receive the news, their liberation signaled the true end of slavery in the United States. Today, we honor freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

Celebrate with the Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation
đź“… Friday, June 19, 2026
đź•› Noon to 5 p.m.
đź“Ť 106 Tinner Hill Rd.

Free, family‑friendly Juneteenth Celebration featuring:
• A powerful presentation by Darius Wallace, nationally known for bringing Frederick Douglass’s legacy to life
• Live music and special performances, including the DC Retro Jumpers and award‑winning vocalist Carly Harvey
• Children’s activities, community fellowship, and traditional Juneteenth foods
• Outdoor fun for all ages

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and friends as we celebrate history, culture, and community together.

Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation

🪰 Spot a Spotted Lanternfly? They’re invasive — but don’t panic! Healthy trees can survive them, and you can help keep t...
06/18/2026

🪰 Spot a Spotted Lanternfly?

They’re invasive — but don’t panic! Healthy trees can survive them, and you can help keep them in check.

What to do:
• Skip sticky traps — they can harm helpful insects and small wildlife
• Remove Tree of Heaven, their favorite host
• Destroy egg masses (scrape into soapy water or alcohol, or smash)
• Squish nymphs and adults when you see them
• Avoid pesticides when possible; if you use one, follow the label carefully
• Report sightings in the free iNaturalist app

Let’s protect our trees and our ecosystem, Little City style.

Juneteenth City Government Operating ScheduleThe City of Falls Church Government will follow the operating schedule belo...
06/18/2026

Juneteenth City Government Operating Schedule

The City of Falls Church Government will follow the operating schedule below for the Juneteenth holiday on Friday, June 19, 2026.

CLOSED: City Hall
CLOSED: Mary Riley Styles Public Library
CLOSED: There are no camps on Friday, June 19, 2026. It is a scheduled skip day.

The Community Center will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Celebrate Juneteenth at the free Concerts in the Park series at Cherry Hill Park! Thursday, June 18, 2026 - The City of ...
06/17/2026

Celebrate Juneteenth at the free Concerts in the Park series at Cherry Hill Park!

Thursday, June 18, 2026 - The City of Falls Church Concert Band's tribute to heroes including music for Juneteenth, veterans, and iconic heroes from the big screen. 🎶

New this year, Bring Your Own Beer (BYOB) and Wine Garden for ages 21 and older within the marked BYOB garden.🍺🍷

Arrive early and scope out some eats and treats from The Cheese Cartel and Ice Cream Jubilee for sale onsite. 🧀

Concerts begin at 7 p.m. and are co-sponsored by the Falls Church Village Preservation and Improvement Society.

All info and full concert schedule: fallschurchva.gov/Concerts.

Compete for honor, glory, and the Civic Cup! 🏆 Assemble a team of up to 4 people to compete at Civic Jam on Friday, July...
06/15/2026

Compete for honor, glory, and the Civic Cup! 🏆

Assemble a team of up to 4 people to compete at Civic Jam on Friday, July 3, 2026, in Cherry Hill Park. No pre-registration required.

To earn points:
âś… Engage with community groups
âś… Play backyard games including sack races & relays
âś… Test your mental strength at Civic Trivia
âś… Ride the mechanical bull
âś… Bonus points for team spirit and group costumes

The winner with the most points at the end, takes home the gold!🏅
All information is available at fallschurchva.gov/CivicJam.

06/13/2026

Summer vibes in full effect! Little City Sips in full swing until 10 p.m.! Drink responsibly.

Welcome to Little City Sips!The perfect evening to sip, shop, stroll, and stay awhile in the downtown area of the City o...
06/13/2026

Welcome to Little City Sips!

The perfect evening to sip, shop, stroll, and stay awhile in the downtown area of the City of Falls Church!

Please review the rules, follow boundary signage, drink responsibly…and have fun!

VisitFallsChurch.com/Sips

Consider applying for City and regional boards and commissions! The City is currently seeking applicants to serve on the...
06/13/2026

Consider applying for City and regional boards and commissions! The City is currently seeking applicants to serve on the Towing Advisory Board, Board of Equalization, Historic Architectural Review Board, and Fairfax Area Disability Services Board.

Interested community members can learn more and apply at fallschurchva.gov/BC.

Friday, June 12, 2026, Traffic Alert: To complete paving on North Washington - Inside Northbound Lane - paving will cont...
06/12/2026

Friday, June 12, 2026, Traffic Alert:

To complete paving on North Washington - Inside Northbound Lane - paving will continue until 5 p.m. today, Friday, June 12, 2026.

Learn more: fallschurchva.gov/Paving.

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300 Park Avenue
Falls Church, VA
22046

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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