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2024 Annandale Fall Parade

2024 Annandale Fall Parade
2024 Annandale Fall Parade
2024 Annandale Fall Parade
2024 Annandale Fall Parade

ANNANDALE, Va. — Sponsored by the Annandale Chamber of Commerce, this 74-year-old tradition is a beloved annual community event. Thousands of participants, including costumed characters, marching bands, antique and military vehicles, fire trucks, civic organizations, scouting units, and beautifully dressed international dancers, take part in the festivities. The parade route stretches along Columbia Pike, starting at the historic Annandale United Methodist Church, passing the Annandale Shopping Center, and continuing to Gallows Road.

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Sharing Malcolm's Story (NBC4/WRC-TV Interview)

Sharing Malcolm's Story (NBC4/WRC-TV Interview)

ANNANDALE, Va. — Fentanyl continues to be a devastating issue affecting families in communities across America. After losing our loved one, Malcolm, in January 2023, my wife and I have been committed to raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and its impact on children in our local community. We recently sat down with News4 Investigative Reporter Tracee Wilkins for an interview as part of the weeklong “Fighting Fentanyl” series. The station has made the reports available on its website (nbcwashington.com/investigations/fighting-fentanyl-what-this-powerful-drug-is-taking-from-dc-area-families/3738111/) along with a resource page (nbcwashington.com/news/local/resources-how-to-find-help-in-the-dc-area-for-youth-fentanyl-users/3732524/) for families seeking help with opioid and substance abuse issues in the D.C. area.

📺 Monday, October 14, 2024, NBC4/WRC-TV 7:30 pm Broadcast — absolonkent.net/Malcolm_Memorial/video/television_WRC_730pm_14October2024.mp4

📺 Monday, October 21, 2024, NBC4/WRC-TV 7:30 pm Broadcast — absolonkent.net/Malcolm_Memorial/video/television_WRC_730pm_21October2024.mp4

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Fairfax Art League Art Reception

Fairfax Art League Art Reception

FAIRFAX, Va. — A wonderful evening supporting our friend Nancy M. Patrick at the art reception at the Old Town Hall, hosted by the Fairfax Art League, the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting local artists in the Fairfax, Virginia, area.

The Fairfax Art League provides a platform for artists to showcase their work, offers educational programs, and fosters a vibrant community of art enthusiasts. Through exhibitions, workshops, and community events, the league aims to enhance the cultural landscape of Fairfax and create opportunities for artists to connect and grow.

Tonight's meet and greet was with the local artists who bring art to the Fairfax Regional Library, Old Town Hall, Green Acres Community Center, Main Street Child Development Center, local churches, and regional festivals.

 

Sapphires and Pearls Jazz Brunch

Sapphires and Pearls Jazz Brunch
Sapphires and Pearls Jazz Brunch
Sapphires and Pearls Jazz Brunch

FAIRFAX, Va. — The Omicron Zeta Theta Scholarship Foundation hosted its Sapphires and Pearls Jazz Brunch on June 1 at George Mason University. The event showcased performances by the Too Much Talent Band and served as the presentation ceremony for the chapter’s 2024 Scholarship recipients.

Established in 2002, the Omicron Theta Zeta Scholarship Foundation annually grants scholarships for academic achievement, financial need, and textbook expenses to eligible students graduating from Fairfax County high schools. Recipients must demonstrate excellence in academics, participation in extracurricular activities, engagement in community service, and display leadership qualities. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded over $120,000 in scholarships to deserving African-American female students.

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Annandale Community Park

Annandale Community Park
Annandale Community Park
Annandale Community Park
Annandale Community Park

ANNANDALE, Va. — Nestled in the heart of Annandale, Va., Annandale Community Park is a picturesque green space that offers scenic walking trails and shady picnic areas. The park includes playgrounds, sports fields, and tennis courts and is the home of the Hidden Oaks Nature Center.

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