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CALENDAR

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FALLS CHURCH CALENDAR

LOCALEVENTS

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23

Baby Storytime. Join TysonsPimmit Library for songs, rhymes, stories and activities for you and your baby. Build an early literacy foundation while enjoying time together in your lap. Meets in person at Tysons Pimmit Library. Space limited to 15 children with one caregiver each. No registration, customers will be allowed in on a first come, first served basis. Check in at the Children’s Information desk for tickets. This class is best for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers. (7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church). 10:30 — 11 a.m.

Acrylic Pouring Art. Acrylic pouring art is fast, fun, and easy! Try out acrylic pouring art at TysonsPimmit Library to create your own fun and unexpected masterpiece with colors to celebrate the fall. You never quite know what it will turn out looking like, there’s no wrong way to do this. This program will take place at 3 p.m. for teens and 6:30 p.m. for adults. If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program or its content please call the branch at 703-790-8088 (option 4). (7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church). 3 — 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 — 7:30 p.m.

Maker Mondays. Let your imagination run wild as you build and create with Thomas Jefferson Library’s Lego, Keva Planks, Squigz, Mega Magnets, MagnaCars, Marble Run, Gears, and more. This event is intended for school-age children. (1545 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 5 — 6 p.m. Snowball Bath Bombs. Come make your own bath bombs at Tysons-Pimmit Library. All supplies will be provided. Registration required on the library website. This activity will take place at 2 p.m. for ages 8 — 12 and 3 p.m. for ages 13 — 18. If you have questions about the appropriate age for a program or its content please call the branch at 703-7908088 (option 4). (7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church). 2 — 5 p.m. and 3 — 4 p.m.

Pre-K Time. Join Thomas Jefferson Library for stories, songs, and activities to get ready for kindergarten. Ages 3 — 5. Space is limited to ticketed attendees for in-person events. Tickets are free and first-come, first-serve at the information desk 30 minutes before each program. (1545 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 10:30 — 11 a.m.

Needlecraft Circles. Want to get crafty? Each Wednesday Thomas Jefferson Library teaches a new needlecraft! Supplies provided. This activity is for adults. (1545 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 1 — 2 p.m.

Outdoor Sharpie Tile Art. Creating your own tile art is fast and fun! Register to join Tysons-Pimmit Library outside and use Sharpies to create your watercolor-style artistic design that they’ll burn in for you. Weather permitting this program will be held outdoors in the grass, in the event of inclement weather it will be canceled. This program is for children ages 5-10 only, if you have questions about the appropriate age for a program or its content please call the branch at 703-790-8088 (option 4). (7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church). 5 — 6 p.m.

Visit the National Parks. Park adventurer and guide John Bunker will provide his top 10 tips for planning your perfect trip to our National Parks at Mary Riley Styles. Learn about lodging, transportation, activities in the parks, and general safety. John will also share photos and stories from his own visits to over 40 National Parks, including Bryce, Canyonlands, Glacier, Yellowstone, and Zion. No registration required. Face masks must be worn while attending this program (regardless of vaccination status). (120 N Virginia Ave., Falls Church). 7 — 8 p.m.

Gerry Timlin. Ireland’s Four Provinces (105 W Broad St., Falls Church). 6 p.m. 703-534-8999.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 27

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29

JIMI SMOOTH & THE HIT TIME will be performing live at JV’s Restaurant on Christmas Day, December 25, at 8 p.m. (Courtesy Photo)

LIVEMUSIC

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23

Big Joe Maher & Friends. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 8 p.m. 703-2419504. Todd Wright Live and in Concert. Jammin’ Java (227 Maple Ave. E, Vienna). $20 – $25. 8 p.m. 703255-1566.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24

Gerry Timlin. Ireland’s Four Provinces (105 W Broad St., Falls Church). 6 p.m. 703-534-8999.

Sookie Jump Band. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 7:30 p.m. 703-2419504.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 25

Jimi Smooth & the Hit Time. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 8 p.m. 703-2419504.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26

Josh Christina Band. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 3:30 p.m. 703-2419504.

Open Mic Night with Bob

Sheppard. Falls Church Distillers (442 S. Washington Street, Ste A Falls Church). 5 p.m. 703-8589186.

Bobby Thompson. Jammin’ Java (227 Maple Ave. E, Vienna). $15. 7 p.m. 703-255-1566.

Maysa Live and in Concert. The Birchmere (3701 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria). $69.50. 7:30 p.m. 703-549-7500.

Doug Belford Live and in Concert.

JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 8 p.m. 703241-9504.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 27

Tom Saputo & Friends. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 7:30 p.m. 703-2419504.

Max Weinburg’s Jukebox. The Birchmere (3701 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria). $65. 7:30 p.m. 703-549-7500.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29

Hank Williams Tribute Performance Live and in Concert.

The Birchmere (3701 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria). $29.50. 7:30 p.m. 703-549-7500.

Smylin Jack Band Live. JV’s Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church). 8 p.m. 703-2419504.

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Falls Church NEWS BRIEFS

Virus Fears Force Cancellation of New Year’s Eve Fete

Watch Night, the City of Falls Church’s signature New Year’s Eve event, is being canceled this year by its organizers, the CATCH Foundation. “Local Covid-19 case counts are increasing significantly which presents an unpredictable scenario in the ability to have an event in 10 days that is safe for all,” the group said. “While there was a ground swell of support earlier to celebrate Watch Night this year, the situation has now changed for us, our partners, and ultimately the potential visitors that may or may not attend such an event, even if outdoors,” organizers said in a statement issued by City Hall.

McKay Offers Statement Hailing Fairfax Co. Achievements in 2021

Jeff McKay, chair of the Fairfax Board of Supervisors, issued the following summary statement of the county’s achievements in 2021:

“Despite the impacts of the pandemic and its havoc on our budget, our priorities in Fairfax County remain the same: to have one of the best education systems in the US, to build affordable housing throughout the County, to protect our environment by reducing our waste and carbon emissions, to provide increased access to public transit, and to reform public safety practices while remaining the safest jurisdiction of our size in the nation. This is all thanks to a heavily engaged public and well trained first responders.”

Bill Introduced to Support, Protect Local Journalism

U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter of Colorado, joined U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier of California, U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland and U.S. Rep. David Cicilline of Rhode Island to introduce two pieces of legislation aimed at supporting and protecting local journalism, and honoring its role in bolstering democracy, holding government accountable, and informing the electorate.

The Saving Local News Act (H.R. 6068) would make it easier for newspapers to become non-profits, allowing them the flexibility to focus less on maximizing profits and more on producing quality content. The local news resolution (H.Res. 821) recognizes the importance of local media outlets to society and expresses the urgent need for Congress to help stop the decline of local media outlets.

“Local and accurate sources of news are becoming more and more important for our community and our country. I believe Congress has a role to play to ensure legitimate media outlets are able to better adapt to the changing media landscape and continue to inform Americans in every community,” said Rep. Perlmutter.

“Local journalism has been the bedrock of American democracy for centuries. I have seen firsthand how journalists for local newspapers have kept our community informed, educated voters, and held power to account,” said Rep. DeSaulnier. “As local newspapers are being bought up and taken over by large corporations, it is incumbent on Congress to act to protect this public good. My legislation would do just that and ensure newspapers in every community can continue to provide high-quality local coverage that millions of Americans rely on and deserve.”

F.C.’s Library Suspends Use Of Conference Rooms Due to Covid

Due to concerns about the recent increase in Covid-19 transmissions in the area, all inperson library programs and use of library conference rooms are suspended until mid-January 2022, it has been announced. Group study rooms may still be reserved, but are limited to groups of three or less.

All visitors aged two and over, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear a mask in the library and all other City of Falls Church government buildings.

Rep. Connolly Seeks Support Vs. Fairfax School Board Recall

Fairfax County-based U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly has issued a statement calling for support against a recall effort targeting School Board member Laura Jane Cohen.

“In July, a judge in Fairfax County dismissed a recall effort against School Board member Elaine Tholen,” Connolly wrote this week.”Fortunately, that ruling ended the saga for Elaine, but it left a window open for other recall efforts still in motion, and School Board member Laura Jane Cohen is their next target.

“Since they couldn’t win at the ballot box, they are trying to overturn the will of the voters. The local GOP sounds a lot like the Republicans in Washington pushing the Big Lie and refusing to accept Biden as president.“

New City Resident Arrives: Roman Sexto Rahim

Roman Sexto Rahim was born on Dec. 11 at 8 lbs. 20 oz. as the first grandson of proud Falls Church independent business woman Susy Lozada. The parents are Kathleen and Haroon Rahim. DECEMBER 23 - 29, 2021 | PAGE 15

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