May 15, 2024

Free Concerts at Burke Lake Park

In partnership with the Park Foundation, I’m excited to announce my 6^th annual Free Concerts in the Park Series this summer at Springfield district’s nationally ranked Burke Lake Park! Mark your calendars for 7PM every Wednesday night from June 26th through August 21st at Burke Lake Park for an incredible line-up of bands, food trucks, 2 Silos beer, and Peterson’s Ice Cream. The atmosphere is informal, so bring a picnic blanket, lawn chairs, and relax with friends and family. See the full concert and food trucks line-up below.

June 26

Randy Thompson Band

Food truck: Empanadas de Mendoza

July 3

The Nighthawks

Food truck: Roaming Coyote

July 10

Speidel, Goodrich,Goggin & Lille

Food truck: DC Slides

July 17

The Magic Trio

Food truck: Babu-Ji

July 24

The Skip Castro Band

Food trucks: DC Slides & Empanadas de Mendoza

July 31

The English Channel

Food trucks: DC Slides & Babu-Ji

August 7

The Road Ducks

Food trucks: Babu-Ji & Empanadas de Mendoza

August 14

SoHo Down

Food truck: Roaming Coyote

August 21

Riptide

Food truck: Roaming Coyote

Many thanks to our sponsors including: Transurban, Dominion Energy, Sheehy, NOVEC, Interstate, West Springfield Car Care, Great American Restaurants, Glory Days, Pulte Homes, McGuire Woods,TD Bank, Wegmans, Hello Garage, PNC and RZ Foundation. This 9-show concert series is free because of their generous contributions. I look forward to seeing you this summer! 

Bike to Work Day Returns to West Springfield Government Center on May 17^th

My office is hosting a Bike to Work/School Day pit stop on Friday, May 17th from 7-9 AM at the West Springfield Government Center (6140 Rolling Road). Registration is free.

The first 50 people who register for the West Springfield Government Center pit stop and stop by will receive a free T-shirt. In addition, anyone who comes on a bike can fuel up for the workday with a free Chick-fil-a breakfast sandwich, donuts from Duck Donuts, and Starbucks coffee! We will also have a representative from RatsCycles to assist with bike information and repairs.

I encourage you to plan to start out your workday or school day on May 17th with this fun and healthy activity. For more information on this regional event and to register for my pit stop, visit here.

Traffic Alert for Upcoming High School Graduations

Eagle Bank Arena will have multiple high school graduations beginning June 3^rd through June 11^th that will impact traffic in the area. To plan accordingly, please review this list of the graduations to minimize traffic time and road congestion efficiently and safely. Please share this alert with those who may be impacted.

Other News and Information

• Herralink’s Parade for Skilled Nursing Week (May 16^th)
• Battle of the Badges FCPD vs FCFRD Ice Hockey (May 18^th)
• Car Seat Saturday (May 18^th)
• Mott Community Center Temporary Closure (May 25^th-June 9^th)
• Stuff the Bus Returns (June 8^th)
• Shred Event at St. Andrew in Clifton (June 15^th)
• Become an Election Officer! (June 18^th)

UPDATE: Herralink’s Parade for Skilled Nursing Week Moved to May 16^th

Skilled Nursing Week is observed nationally this year from May 12^th through May 18^th. The theme for this year focuses on “Radiant Memories,” honoring the legacy of skilled nursing care centers and the individuals who work and volunteer in these centers each day.

Herralink and the Dulles Health and Rehab Center are partnering to host a community parade to celebrate the week – featuring attractions, food, and more for residents to enjoy. Due to the weather conditions, this event has been delayed to this Thursday, May 16^th. If you are a vendor and/or would like more information, see the flyer below and email herralink@gmail.com. 

Battle of the Badges: Fire vs. Police Hockey Game on May 18^th

Join me in supporting our first responders at the annual “Battle of the Badges” ice hockey game, taking place at Reston Skatequest on Saturday May 18^th at 3:30pm. The series is tied at one each. Event proceeds go to support the mental wellness of our police and fire officials.

Car Seat Saturday at West Springfield Police Station on May 18^th

Come by the West Springfield District Station to get your car seat inspected on Saturday, May 18, 2024, between 10:00AM-1:00PM (6140 Rolling Rd). No appointment is needed and car seats will be inspected on a first come, first served basis. When you arrive, come into the lobby and you will be given further instructions.



Be sure to install the child safety seat yourself so the inspection can be performed. The seat will be properly re-installed if necessary, and you will learn how to install the seat properly in the future. Any questions please reach out to MPO Tony Capizzi at 703-277-2363 or Anthony.capizzi@fairfaxcounty.gov.

All car seat inspections/installations will be conducted by a certified Child Passenger Safety technician.  



They also have car seat inspections, by appointment, every Tuesday from 5:00PM-8:00PM. Please call the station at 703-644-7377 and press zero to make an appointment on those days. 

Mott Community Center Temporary Closure from May 25^th to June 9^th

Please be aware that Mott Community Center will be closed Saturday, May 25, 2024 to Sunday, June 9, 2024 for flooring repairs. The Mott Center will reopen on Monday, June 10, 2024. After school service and senior program information can be seen below:

After School

Students who take the bus from school to Mott after school will do so as usual.

Once at Mott, they will use their bus to transport participants across the street to Expectation Church, 11924 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, Va. Expectation is allowing them to have programming there for the entire two weeks.

Parents should pick up their children at Expectation by 6 p.m.

Senior Program

Most of the senior programming to a space at University Mall in Fairfax for the entire two weeks. Directions to University Mall and the exact room space are as follows:

Directions to University Mall:

Address: 10689 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA 22030.

From VA-286 NB - Take exit VA-620 / Braddock Road and use the left lane at the light to turn left onto Braddock Road. In 2.7 miles, turn right onto Ox Road (VA-123 S). In 0.2 miles, turn left into the University Mall Shopping Center. Drive around the back of the building, and the doors to the Community Room are on the left-hand side at the end of the plaza walkway, next to Patriot Pawsitivity Cat Cafe. 

From VA-286 SB - Take exit VA-620 / Braddock Road and use the left lane at the light to turn left onto Braddock Road. In 3 miles, turn right onto Ox Road (VA-123 S). In 0.2 miles, turn left into the University Mall Shopping Center. Drive around the back of the building, and the doors to the Community Room are on the left-hand side at the end of the plaza walkway, next to Patriot Pawsitivity Cat Cafe. 

From Braddock Road WB - Turn left onto Ox Road (VA-123 S). In 0.2 miles, turn left into the University Mall Shopping Center. Drive around the back of the building, and the doors to the Community Room are on the left-hand side at the end of the plaza walkway, next to Patriot Pawsitivity Cat Cafe. 



Please note:

• There will not be pickleball during the relocation.
• There will not be programming after 6 p.m. 

Stuff the Bus Campaign Returns on June 8^th

Help fight hunger in our neighborhoods and Stuff the Bus with food to refill our local nonprofit food pantries as they work to provide assistance to individuals and families in need throughout our community. Access the list of most requested items here: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood.../stuff-the-bus

Saturday, June 8

10AM to 3PM

Giant on Old Keene Mill

8320 Old Keene Mill Road

All donations from this event will benefit ECHO.

Shred Event at St. Andrew’s in Clifton on June 15^th

See the details below for an upcoming free shred event:

Document Shredding Event with Marian Homes

June 15^th from 10am to 12pm

St. Andrew Apostle Catholic Church

6720 Union Mill Road, Clifton, VA 20124

Free (Donations Optional)

Become an Election Officer for the June 18^th Primaries!

The Fairfax County Office of Elections is looking for community members to serve as election officers for the June 18, 2024 election.

In particular, bilingual officers who speak Korean and Vietnamese are needed. This is a great opportunity to get to know your neighbors and help your community! You will receive $250 as a thank you for your service.



Learn more and apply at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/elections/officers/new-officers.