Join me and the Hunter Mill District Staff as we celebrate the joys of the winter season! For more information, contact my office at huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov

Today, Wednesday, Nov. 15 is National Recycles Day and the county has put together a summary of recycling resources. Learn more about:

• What you can and can't recycle
• Where to recycle glass
• Food waste makes up as much as one-third of the trash we dispose of every day in the county – what to know about composting.
• How the Climate Action Checklist helps you track your progress in adopting pro-sustainability habits.

In addition, on Tuesday, Nov. 21, residents can stop by the Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Canter Parkway, Fairfax, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to learn more about county recycling and zero waste programs. County Solid Waste Management staff will be available to answer questions and provide resources. There will be a zero-waste themed giveaway and an opportunity to see the county’s new all-electric trash truck. 

Transportation Town Hall Nov. 28

On Tuesday, Nov. 28, 7 to 8:30 p.m., I will be hosting a Transportation Town Hall in the Community Room at the North County Governmental Center, 1801 Cameron Glen Dr., Reston. Residents are invited to attend to get updates and ask questions on transportation projects in our District, including:

• Wiehle and W&OD Pedestrian/Bike Bridge
• Soapstone Connector
• Reston Town Center Underpass
• Active Transportation Projects
• Besley Road and Old Courthouse Road Realignment
• Wolftrap Elementary: Safe Routes to Schools

For more information email huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-478-0283.

CANCELED: Reston Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Virtual Meeting, Monday, Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m. For more information email huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-478-0283.

Hunter Mill Land Use Committee Virtual Meeting: Tuesday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m.

The Hunter Mill Land Use Committee Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Click here to join the meeting. You may also call in and listen to the meeting, dial 571-429-5982 and use conference call ID: 998 738 562# 

For more information email huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-478-0283.

Church Street Stroll Monday, Nov. 27

The Church Street Stroll is Monday, Nov. 27 beginning at 6 p.m. in front of the Freeman Store and Museum. The holiday event includes musical entertainment from local school groups. New this year is a tree lighting ceremony with a traditional, decorated evergreen tree on the Freeman Store lawn. Learn more.

10th Annual Victim Services Division Holiday Gift Card Drive

The Fairfax County Police Department's Victim Services Division assists child victims and witnesses of domestic and sexual violence, as well as those who have lost a loved one to homicide. Many of these children are unable to enjoy the holiday celebrations due to the financial strain on their family resulting from being victims of crime.Through Saturday, Dec. 16, Victim Services staff are collecting donations of gift cards from retailers including Giant, Amazon, Safeway, Walmart, TJ Maxx, Target, Kohl’s, local restaurants, and clothing stores. You can mail or drop off gift cards to:

Saly Fayez, Director

Victim Services Division

12099 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA, 22035.

For more information email Saly Fayez

Reminder: Reston Community Center Thanksgiving Food Drive Through Nov. 20

Help our food insecure neighbors during Thanksgiving with donations of non-perishable food, grocery gift cards and other essentials. There are several locations in Reston to drop off donations including at my office at the North County Governmental Center, 1801 Cameron Glen Dr., Reston. Look for the donation box in the lobby. There is also a need for volunteers for food sorting and loading. Learn more.

How to Help Your Neighbors in Hunter Mill

A summary of local nonprofits in Hunter Mill District with links to needs, events and resources.

Ways You Can Help Fight Hunger and Homelessness in Fairfax County

Food insecurity impacts more than 60,000 people in Fairfax County, according to Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization. In addition, according to the 2023 Point in Time Count, 1,310 people were unhoused in the county.

It's Turkey Trot Season!

Visit Fairfax has put together a great list of county Turkey Trot events (5k or 10k runs). Consider starting a new family Thanksgiving tradition and participating in one of these events - they start this weekend. Learn more.

Federal Employee and Retiree Open Season Workshop This Saturday, Nov. 18

Congressman Gerry Connolly is hosting his Open Season Workshop for federal employees and retirees this Saturday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fairfax County Government Center,12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax. He will be joined by Walt Francis, federal employee health benefits expert, and Ed DeHarde, Assistant Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) who manages all federal employee insurance operations. For more information contact Congressman Connolly's office at 703-256-3071.

Older Adult Affordable Housing Waitlist Applications Through Nov. 20

Older adults (62+) interested in applying to affordable housing waitlists have until Monday, Nov. 20 for two properties in McLean and Fairfax. Learn more.