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Weather Concerns Force Indian Festival Cancellation

Riverbend Park's annual Virginia Indian Festival scheduled for tomorrow - Saturday, September 6, 2008 - has been cancelled due to impending inclement weather resulting from Tropical Storm Hanna.

Park Authority to Dedicate Restored 1935 Sears House

Long before the Internet you could buy anything you wanted through a catalogue, including a house. The recently restored Spindle House in Centreville, VA is an original Sears catalog home that will be dedicated on Saturday, September 13, 2008 during the annual Centreville Day celebration. Ribbon cutting ceremonies are slated for 1 p.m. and will be followed by an interpretive tour of the small property.

Springfield District Nights Concert Series Comes to Burke Lake

Enjoy an evening filled with music at Burke Lake Park on Saturday, September 20, 2008 and get a peek at what's coming up at the Springfield District Nights concert series coming in the summer of 2009.

Mason District Festival Focuses on Green

Live entertainment, crafts, hayrides, pony rides and a moonbounce are just some of the fun to be had at this year's Mason District Park Festival on Saturday, September 27, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be even more children's rides plus police and fire department demonstrations.

Braddock History Comes to Life at Oak Hill Festival

Working closely with the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, the Fairfax County Park Authority is pleased to co-sponsor "A Look Back at Braddock Project" focused on "Finding Braddock's True Gold." The free program, a celebration of local history, is slated for Saturday, October 4, 2008 from noon to 5 p.m. at historic Oak Hill located at 4716 Wakefield Chapel Road in Annandale.

Public Meeting Set for Historic Centreville Park Master Plan

The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking public input on the draft Historic Centreville Park Master Plan. A meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at Colin Powell Elementary School, located at 13340 Leland Road, in Centreville.

Park Authority Schedules Hearing For Land Acquisition

The Fairfax County Park Authority is holding a public hearing on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 6 p.m. to receive public comment on the acquisition of property in the Dranesville District. The property consists of approximately two acres of land referred to as the Birge-Fadoul properties.

Get Green And Dirty On Watershed Clean-Up Day

Each of us can get green by participating in the Fairfax County Park Authority's Watershed Clean-Up Day set for Saturday October 18, 2008 from 9 to 11:30am. Be part of the International Coastal Cleanup!

South Run RECenter Hosts First Annual Arts & Crafts Show

Experience the fantastic world of arts and crafts from nearly 50 artisans at the first annual arts and crafts show at South Run RECenter. The event takes place on Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafters will tempt shoppers with everything from beautiful jewelry to intricate woodworking. Other crafting categories include photography, painting, glasswork, clothing, dolls, pottery, and many more.

Invasive Plant I.D. Cards Now Available At Park Sites

Beautifully landscaped yards are important to Fairfax County residents, and they spend lots of time and money maintaining them. However, too often non-native plants and trees are sold by plant nurseries and vendors. These invasive species can out-compete native species that support local wildlife and a balanced environment. The Fairfax County Park Authority's new publication, Non-Native Invasive ID and Control, is a guide to the non-native plants lurking in borders and backyards.

Final Draft Report on Sportsplex Available For Public Review

The final draft report, "Laurel Hill Sportsplex Concept Plan and Feasibility Report, June 2008" is available for review online and in hard copy at the Park Authority's website and headquarters building. The report, presented to the Park Authority Board last month contains the findings of experts tasked with assessing the potential for recreational amenities at Laurel Hill.

Park Authority Geocaching Guidelines Available Online

If you can find a geocache in a park, the Fairfax County Park Authority would like you to find its guidelines for geocaching, too. The codes of conduct for geocaching in the parks are online now.

Intern Opportunities with Fairfax County Park Authority

The Fairfax County Park Authority is proud of its ability and opportunity to provide a variety of intern programs for individuals seeking on-the-job experience in all aspects of Park Authority operations. The agency intern program boasts a well-established history dating back to the 1960's. The program has changed throughout the years, growing and adapting to meet the ever-changing needs of the park and recreation profession.