Looking to lend a hand (towel)? Our Michael R. Frey Campus in Fairfax is accepting clean, gently used hand towel donations now through Saturday, October 18. Donations can be dropped off any time during open hours. Hours: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalservices/

Celebrate #NationalComingOutDay and honor individuals with our LGBTQIA+ language guidance for sexual orientation, gender identity and expression. Let's create a safe and open environment during the coming out process and beyond: https://bit.ly/3RR3432#NationalComingOutDayutm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social

Voting by absentee ballot? 🗳️ Take a quick moment to learn how to properly fill out your return envelope. ✅ Missing required info could mean your vote won't count! #AbsenteeVoting #VoteByMail For more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjG0vC52WJs

🍁Fall is the best time to plant trees, preferably native trees. 🍁Find best locations to view fall foliage. 🍁Learn how to protect the millions of trees in our county. 🍁Climate change has caused planting timelines to shift. https://bit.ly/48ACMu8

Land Development Services customer service representatives are available in-person, online and over the phone to answer all your permitting questions. Check out this video to learn the best way for you to reach us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0RwjkD8z3Q

Avoid the flu, COVID-19 and RSV this season by getting vaccinated and practicing healthy habits, such as washing your hands and covering coughs and sneezes. See our respiratory illness dashboard for up-to-date information in our district. Full details: https://bit.ly/4gNTBnw

Fairfax County business owners, we need to hear from you! Our Business Pulse Survey aims to get a real-time read on how current economic conditions are impacting your company. Your input tells us what's really happening on the ground. Take the survey: https://engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/i26282

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month This year’s theme, "Celebrating Value and Talent," focuses on showing how people with disabilities bring important skills to jobs and help our economy grow. More: https://bit.ly/479X8Jz

Expand your understanding of how climate change affects water resources at the third annual Climate Action Conference, from the oceans and Chesapeake Bay to the Potomac River and streams. Register now: https://bit.ly/3WmbBvS

The Greater Washington Region is hiring, and opportunities are listed on a new regional jobs website partly powered by AI. Explore job postings, resume support and career resources to help you stay, grow and thrive at https://bit.ly/478IfY0

Our Animal Shelter is excited to host Animal Education and Rescue Organization’s Winter Wildlife Class Series 🦝🐢🐦 These free monthly classes run from October-February. Registration is required for each class & space is limited. All ages welcome! https://bit.ly/42QHjVA

Join Fairfax County Fire/Rescue on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., as all fire stations host an open house in celebration of Fire Prevention Week! Stop by your local station to meet your firefighters, join in fun activities and learn about fire safety.

The Board of Supervisors during a special meeting today approved an extension for residents to pay their personal property tax, commonly known as car tax. All residents have until Nov. 5 to pay without late fees. More info: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/car-tax-payment-deadline-extended

October is full of special events, spooky Halloween activities, and fall foliage drive tours 🎃🍂👻 Visit Fairfax shares a list of some of the best events, festivals, and activities happening in our county: https://bit.ly/482BjNd

In the October episode of “Connect with County Leaders,” Fairfax County Executive Bryan Hill welcomes back Dr. J. Stephen Jones, president and CEO of Inova Health System.   The leaders had a wide-ranging discussion about their successful partnership: https://bit.ly/3ISDskg

Save energy and build a sustainable future during Energy Efficiency Week. We offer guidance on how residents can explore energy-saving measures and home improvements to reduce utility costs, cut air pollution and create healthier communities. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mLKXHC

#ICYMI Speed cameras are now live in seven additional school zones. Violators will be fined up to $100. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nqvZrL

Car Tax payments are due Monday, Oct. 6 🚗 Here's what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3W7oOIS

Affordable Rental Housing Waitlist Applications to Open in Fairfax County Applications become available on October 6 at 8:00 a.m. and will remain open through October 12 at 11:59 p.m. For details on how to apply: https://bit.ly/4gIRTE7

Although the federal government is currently shutdown, we continue to operate as normal to connect families & individuals to resources to help them meet their basic needs, including food, utility & rent assistance during this time See available resources: https://bit.ly/4h0CgYH

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month This year’s theme is "Access to Good Jobs for All" and highlights the importance of increasing the quantity and quality of employment opportunities for people with disabilities. More: https://bit.ly/3KG4yvk

Public Safety Day is Saturday, Oct 4! 🚓🚒🚑 Join us for demos, family activities and a chance to meet first responders. Learn fire safety, emergency prep and more. Don’t miss it! VIDEO: https://bit.ly/4nqvRsh

Parktober Fest returns to Ellanor C. Lawrence Park on Saturday, Oct. 4 🍂 🎶Enjoy live tunes by The Walkaways & Lucas Mason, 🍔Local flavors from ONO Brewery, Burgerilla & Taco One 🌟Crafts & activities galore 🎟Free admission Details: https://bit.ly/3WfwY1L?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social

Join us for a pawsome time at the K9 Krawl 5K 🐾 A free walk to bring awareness to domestic violence and the link to animal cruelty: 📅Sat. October 18 🕘9:00 AM 📍Fairfax County Public Safety Headquarters For more details, visit https://bit.ly/4pJN0P1

The Virginia Dept. of Treasury will have a table set up in the lobby of the Fairfax County Government Center, ready to assist with searching for/starting claims for any unclaimed property 📅Oct. 3 🕘9 a.m.-3 p.m. ✅Bring your ID https://bit.ly/4nVWtRU

Although the federal government is currently shutdown, we continue to operate as normal to connect families & individuals to resources to help them meet their basic needs, including food, utility & rent assistance during this time See available resources: https://bit.ly/4h0CgYH

Happy October! 🍁

We're inviting the Springfield community to help shape the area’s future as we begin a new planning study. Get involved by attending a virtual kickoff meeting on Oct. 7 https://bit.ly/4nQ6i3s

Did you know the Health Department offers free child safety seats to qualifying families? Many serious injuries can be prevented when child safety seats are used correctly. See if you are eligible: https://bit.ly/4mtbo4B?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social

Check out some of the fall events happening at our parks this weekend, Oct. 3-5 🍂 Movie at the Mill 🍂 Goblin Golf Extravaganza 🍂 ParktoberFest 🍂 Animal Tea Party 🍂 Spooky Snakes See the full event calendar: https://bit.ly/46XKflO

#ICYMI Last day for services at the Joseph Willard Health Center is Oct. 1. The closure is to make way for the construction of the Willard-Sherwood Health & Community Center redevelopment project expected to open in 2028. Visit https://bit.ly/42J3NrE#ICYMIfor details

Transportation Design Division Releases Monthly Status Report Get the latest on road, sidewalk & transit improvements. This comprehensive update highlights where key projects stand — from design & engineering to construction and completion https://bit.ly/4nmHyA0?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social

Take advantage of the many ways to dispose of unused or expired medications, including permanent dropboxes, drug take-back days and at-home disposal kits. 💊Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nUZu4Q

Join us for the 10th Annual Tour de Mount Vernon community bike ride on Saturday, Oct. 18 🚲 Details: https://bit.ly/4732w0b

On Saturday, Oct. 4, join county leaders on Team Fairfax BOS for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walk at the Mosaic District, 12:30–2:00 p.m. This event raises support for life-saving suicide prevention programs, research & more https://bit.ly/4gMvIge

#DYK Nearly 200,000 people in our county are Deaf or Hard of Hearing? Whether you're part of this incredible community or care about someone who is, Celebrate Communication is an event you won’t want to miss! For details, visit https://bit.ly/4nQocD9

Whether walking, biking, or driving, remember that safety is a two-way street and is everyone’s job. Slow down and make eye contact with drivers and pedestrians. For more on pedestrian, bike and traffic safety, visit https://bit.ly/3r6HIjB?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social #FairfaxForward

Join the Hispanic Heritage Month Reading Adventure 📚 From Sept. 15 - Oct. 15, earn FIVE virtual badges in a row, column, or diagonal by reading or listening to books and completing activities & be entered to win a $25 gift card http://bit.ly/FCPL_CulturalReading?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social

Last call 📣 Register now for the Friends of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter’s fun captain’s choice tournament, Oct. 6, at Bull Run Golf Club. 🐶Registration closes Sept. 30. For details, visit: https://bit.ly/4ft7J5c 

Bring your child's lightly used and clean costumes to swap for a new-to-you costume at the Kings Park Library on Saturday, Oct. 4 👻 Details: https://bit.ly/4dvBLCv

It’s that magical time of year again. Our Adopt-A-Family Holiday Program is open ✨ Thanks to your generosity, last year we set record-breaking milestones, bringing joy to 2,190 children & 1,009 families Help us surpass those milestones https://bit.ly/3Jrvuyw?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social 

The Virginia Dept. of Treasury will have a table set up in the lobby of the Fairfax County Government Center, ready to assist with searching for/starting claims for any unclaimed property 📅Sept. 30 & Oct. 3 🕘9 a.m.-3 p.m. ✅Bring your ID bit.ly/3XH2WnV 

Happy fall! 🍂 Visit our farmers markets to shop from a wide variety of seasonal produce, local goods and handmade products. Find a farmers market near you: https://bit.ly/2CLefmr

September is Hunger Action Month As costs for food, housing, and other goods continue to rise in northern Virginia, our county provides access to essential programs to ensure all individuals and families can thrive and no one goes hungry. More: https://bit.ly/4eApmy5 

Students and families can benefit from behavioral health support services in our schools and select county locations. To learn more about the support services offered, visit https://bit.ly/3BaZ6Me 

🍁Fall is the best time to plant trees, preferably native trees. 🍁Find best locations to view fall foliage. 🍁Learn how to protect the millions of trees in our county. 🍁Climate change has caused planting timelines to shift. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/all-abo...

As fall approaches, the respiratory illness season is upon us 🤒 Listen to @fairfaxhealth Epidemiologist Mandy on the "County Conversation" Podcast discuss what to expect with COVID-19, flu and RSV in the months ahead https://bit.ly/41WNjvO

More than 105,000 people in our county experience hunger and have difficulty buying enough food for their families Help fight hunger and learn how to get help with food insecurity: bit.ly/46HIo4r

Early voting at the Government Center, day 1!

Join us at Marshall High School on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. for Providence Day ✨ Kick off Fall with family friendly fun, games, performances, treats, and community. Register: https://bit.ly/3KiD0Ml