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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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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, 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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