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March 6, 2026
It’s time to think summer! Registration for NCS summer camps kicks off Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The Department of Neighborhood and Community Services offers a variety of summer camp options for youth and teens throughout Fairfax County. Register early and secure your spot for a summer of fun activities, new friendships and lasting memories!NCS camps are offered from June 22 – August 21, 2026; registration start dates, program dates, eligibility and costs vary by camp/location. All programs offer reduced fee opportunities. Learn more and find the right camp for your child by exploring NCS’ camp options:Camp FairfaxSelect public schools and community centers across Fairfax County welcome rising first through seventh graders for a weekly summer camp. Campers enjoy exciting opportunities in outdoor adventures, performing arts, sports and recreation, visual arts, science, technology, engineering and math exploration and much more. The former Fairfax County Park Authority Rec-PAC camps merged with Camp Fairfax in 2025. Families are encouraged to sign up for SACC registration accounts and familiarize themselves with reduced fee opportunities before registration. Enrollment dates will be staggered alphabetically by Camp Fairfax Elementary School (ES) and/or community center name. Registration begins March 17.Culmore Summer Soccer CampYoung athletes ages 6-16 can continue to develop their skills and participate in a team setting at this free summer camp at Bailey’s Elementary School in Falls Church. Registration beings March 17.Teens in ActionTeens in Action offers an engaging, healthy and free recreation program for youth ages 12 to 18 to learn, play and serve. Registration begins March 17.Therapeutic Recreation CampsNCS’ Therapeutic Recreation offers affordable summer camp experiences for individuals (ages 2-22) with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or attention deficit disorders. Families are encouraged to sign up for TRACERS accounts and familiarize themselves with reduced fee opportunities before registration. Staggered registration will begin March 11, 18 and 25 for elementary, teen and preschool camps.Sully Summer Sports CampsA partnership between NCS and Fairfax County Park Authority offers affordable summer camps at Sully Community Center. Eligible families pay reduced rates for children to participate in popular Park Authority summer camps offered at Sully Community Center. Registration now open.Fairfax County 4-H CampFairfax County’s overnight 4-H camp is held at the Northern Virginia 4-H Center for campers ages 9-13; high schoolers may also become counselors. The five-day, four-night camp is offered June 21-25. Registration now open.Value in Prevention Camp (V.I.P.)Register rising middle schoolers for a summer of fun and leisure at Value in Prevention (VIP) Camp VIP Camp is designed to encourage teens to develop healthy and positive recreation interests and features a wide variety of leisure activities and programs. Registration begins March 17.Information on all NCS camps is also available at NCS Camps.We are actively recruiting individuals looking for summer employment. Camp Fairfax and Therapeutic Recreation Camp (for campers up to age 22 with diagnosed disabilities) offer great opportunities to develop leadership skills and gain experience working with school-age children.Applicants must be high school graduates or GED holders age 18 or older. Learn about summer employment opportunities on the NCS website.
March 2, 2026
Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) is holding Open Hire events at four county locations in March 2026.Interested applicants should bring several copies of their resume and be prepared to interview on the spot for part-time jobs in school-age programs and recreation.To see salary information, detailed job descriptions and a list of other job openings, please visit the NCS’ jobs page or the Open Hire event flyer.Open Hire Dates:Wednesday, March 11, 5 – 7 p.m.Lake Anne - 11484 Washington Plaza West, Suite 100, Reston, VA 20190Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m. – noonGerry Hyland Government Center - 8350 Richmond Highway, Room 505, Alexandria, VA 22309Wednesday, March 18, 5 – 7 p.m.Heritage Center - 7611 Little River Turnpike, Room 348E, Annandale VA, 22003Wednesday, March 18, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.Fairfax County Government Center - 12000 Government Center Parkway, Main Floor Lobby, Fairfax, VA 22035
February 26, 2026
The buses are fueled and ready to go as the Stuff the Bus Food Drive returns for one-day event on Saturday, March 14, 2026.Please consider supporting local non-profit food pantries by donating non-perishable items or gift cards.The buses will be at locations across the Fairfax County from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.Locations:Annandale Giant, 7137 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003To benefit ACCAChantilly Walmart, 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA 20151To benefit Western Fairfax Christian MinistriesClifton Giant, 5740 Union Mill Rd., Centreville, VA 20124To benefit BritepathsHerndon Giant, 2425 Centreville Rd., Herndon, VA 20171To benefit CornerstonesHuntsman Giant, 7501 Huntsman Blvd., Springfield 22153To benefit ECHOLorton Lidl, 9001 White Spruce Way, Lorton, VA 22079To benefit Lorton Community Action CenterMcLean Giant, 1454 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 22101To benefit SHARE of McLeanReston Giant, 1450 North Point Village Center, Reston, VA 20194To benefit LINK against Hunger Download a list of donation locations.For nearly 15 years, Fairfax County’s Stuff the Bus program has been a critical resource for local food pantries and families struggling with food insecurity. In partnership with local grocery stores, volunteers, and community organizations, the program collects non-perishable food items and gift cards at various locations throughout the county. This collaboration helps keep the shelves of local pantries and food providers stocked throughout the year. This year's event is presented in partnership with Fairfax County Department of Transportation, Fairfax County Fire and Rescue and MV Transportation, Inc. For other ways to access food in Fairfax County, visit the Food Access Program page.