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Mark O’Meara: Bringing Art and Entertainment to Fairfax for Over 30 Years
If you have gone to the movies at University Mall Theatres or Cinema Arts Theatre, you may be familiar with Mark O’Meara. As owner of both theaters, O’Meara is not one to stay out of sight in the back office. Instead, he relishes being out front, chatting with customers, selling concessions, and being part of the action. O’Meara’s larger than life personality, along with his involvement and service in the community, have made him a popular figure in Fairfax. Learn more about O’Meara’s life and work. Read more.
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!
Join us as we celebrate volunteers this April, including Sam Lee and Hannah Van Hook, two recipients of 2023 Star Awards from Volunteer Solutions. Learn about the many ways Sam and Hannah have served others in the community and why they choose to volunteer. Read more.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Fairfax Poet Laureate Danielle Badra
Meet 2022-2024 Fairfax Poet Laureate Danielle Badra. As Fairfax Poet Laureate, she will serve as a poetry ambassador and promote the appreciation of literary arts throughout the county, region and state. Badra invites members of the public to discover and engage with poetry through “Poetry in the Parks,” a community engagement project she is developing in partnership with Fairfax County Park Authority. Read more.
Do You Need Help with Home Repairs and Modifications?
Rebuilding Together Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church (Rebuilding Together-AFF) is a nonprofit organization that helps low-income homeowners live in homes that are safe and healthy by making repairs and upgrades at no charge to the homeowner. The work is performed by skilled volunteers with priority given to older adults, people with disabilities, families with children, and veterans. Read more.
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