All Fairlington Newsletter
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FCA Monthly Meeting: August 12
The next meeting will be held Wednesday, August 12, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually and livestreamed on Facebook.
Fairlington’s Fourth of July Parade & Bake Sale!
Thanks to all who participated in one of Fairlington’s favorite annual traditions on Saturday, July 4. Special thanks to Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti, Vice-Chair Maureen Coffey, and members Susan Cunningham, and JD Spain, Jr. for being part of our celebration.
Thank you to all who provided or purchased baked goods for the Fairlington bake sale benefiting the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC). This year raised another $500. Over the years, Fairlington’s efforts to fight hunger have raised more than $23,800.
Check out the July 4 Collage! Photos by Guy Land.
Fairlington Farmers Market in August
Join your friends and neighbors at the weekly Fairlington Farmers Market. Free August Market Events:
- August 2 – Live music by Mike Setti; fitness classes with Just Move with Joy (10:30 a.m. Strength Training and 11:00 a.m. Yoga); meet Alexandria Schoolhouse; and chat with the FCA.
- August 9 –Live music by John Kamman.
- August 16 – Live music by Molly; henna by Houda.
- August 23 – Live music by Molly and Gemma; build your own flower bouquet with Walking Wind Farm and Florist.
- August 30 – Live music by Two Peas; meet Ready, Set, Gymnastics; and chat with Arlington County’s TRAC (Transportation Resources for Arlington County).
Thank you to returning sponsors Active & Connected, FCA, Fairlington Dental, Fairlington United Methodist Church, and Kay Houghton & Associates.
Vendors include: Ana’s Twist, Atlixco’s Mexican Grill, Baguette Republic, Cake by Kika, Cold Country Salmon, Faerie Springs Farm, Family of Nuts, Fresh Off the Roast by Qualia Coffee, J’aime Madeleine, Jinlan Wenhua, Kiwi Kuisine, Kuhn Orchards, Mama’s Donut Bites, Ozfeka Catering, Pasta Ilgatto, Pleitez Produce Farm, Roggenart European Bakery, Sandy Bottom Acres, Sexy Vegie, and Spring Valley Farm and Orchard. More information is available at field2table.org.
The market will be open every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Nov. 22 on the back patio of the Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford St. Parking is available on S. Utah St., S. 32nd Rd., in the community center parking lot, or on Quaker Ln. Please avoid parking in front of nearby residences. Dogs are not permitted, except for service animals.
To learn what vendors will offer each week and plan your visit, sign up for the weekly e-newsletter at field2table.org. You can also follow the Fairlington Farmers Market on Facebook and @fairlingtonmarket on Instagram for updates.
Food Distributions Continue at Park Shirlington
Did you know that more than 11% of Arlington residents, over 26,000 people, experience food insecurity?
On the first Wednesday of every month, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., the Capital Area Food Bank and the FCA partner with volunteers to provide food to our community neighbors.
Our next distribution dates are August 5 and September 2. Interested in lending a hand? Sign up here to volunteer.
New Fairlington Ornament for Sale
This year’s holiday ornament features the former Fire Station 7, affectionately known as “The Little House.” Although the station officially closed in 2018 due to structural issues, it remains a beloved Fairlington landmark.
Arlington County has proposed decommissioning the building, and Fairlington residents will have an opportunity to participate in the community engagement process to help determine its future.
In the meantime, you can celebrate this neighborhood icon by purchasing the 2026 Fairlington ornament for $20. The FCA will also have ornaments available for purchase at select community events throughout the year.
To reserve an ornament or learn more, email vp at fca-fairlington.org.
King Street Access & Safety Improvements Project – Work Begins July 6
Project work will begin on King St. between West Braddock Rd. and Chinquapin Dr. starting Monday, July 6, as part of the King Street Access and Safety Improvements Project at Alexandria City High School. Students, staff, and community members are encouraged to exercise caution in the work zone and obey all posted signs.
Scheduled work will enhance pedestrian, bicycle, and transit infrastructure in the project area and includes the expansion of two bus stops near the school. Scheduled work will improve access to Alexandria City High School by enhancing pedestrian, transit, and bicycle infrastructure in the area. Improvements include expanded bus stops near the school, safer connections for students walking or biking, and roadway changes that support safer and more organized pick-up and drop-off activities while improving access to the existing transportation network.
The King Street Access and Safety Improvements Project is a part of the Safe Routes to School Program, a citywide effort to create safe options for walking and bicycling to school through infrastructure improvements, enforcement, and safety education.
For additional information, contact Jessica Brown, Civil Engineer, at Jessica.Brown at alexandriava.gov.
County Moves Forward With Plans for Former Fire Station 7
Fire Station 7 is slated for decommissioning in FY27 as part of Arlington County’s Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). FCA is working with county staff on a community engagement strategy to help determine the building’s future. Learn more about the CIP plan here.
Contribute to Fairlington Oral History Project to Mark 25th Anniversary of September 11
The Fairlington Historical Society is launching an oral history project to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The Society is seeking Fairlington residents who were living in the community on that day and are willing to share their memories and experiences.
Volunteers will be invited to participate in an oral recording and/or provide a written account. These stories will be preserved on the Fairlington Historical Society website for future generations.
Residents interested in participating are asked to contact secretary at fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org. Interviews will be conducted in March and April.
Community Issues Survey Results
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Community Issues Survey featured in our January newsletter. Your feedback is helping shape the 2026 FCA speaker series to reflect the topics that matter most to our community. Top areas of interest include:
- Parks and recreation, including Utah Park
- Transportation impacts, including King St.–Bradlee Center improvements
- Multimodal transit, including biking and EV charging stations
We are now in conversation with Arlington County and the City of Alexandria to bring these topics to future programs. Follow us on Facebook for upcoming speaker announcements.
If you did not have a chance to participate, you can still share your input for our monthly speaker lineup here.
Are You An IT Guru?
The FCA is looking for some technical expertise upgrading its web and communications platforms. This is a great way to help your community—do you have time and IT expertise? Could you offer pro bono or discounted rates? Our current needs include: upgrading website elements, helping to evaluate the web host and email/newsletter platform, and working on back-end updates. If you have time and talent to offer, contact FCA President Jenn Davies at president at fca-fairlington.org.
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What Is the Fairlington Citizens Association?
The Fairlington Citizens Association (FCA) is about you. All residents are members and an executive board is elected annually. The FCA’s mission is to promote activities that make Fairlington a better community in which to live by serving as a forum for discussion of residents’ concerns and by representing Fairlington’s views to local government.
Read more under About the FCA and find out how you can get involved. Fairlington is a National Register and Virginia Landmark Historic District.