April 29, 2026
Reminder: Fairfax Scam Jam is Tomorrow!
Thursday, April 30, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035
Don’t forget, this free event, hosted by AARP Virginia and the Fairfax County Silver Shield Anti-Scam Program, will cover modern romance scams and cryptocurrency fraud and how to spot and avoid them. The event also includes a resource fair that will run until 1 p.m., with county, state, and federal representatives available to answer questions one-on-one.
Fairfax County Career Fair on May 5
Tuesday, May 5, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA 22035
Looking for your next job or a new direction in your career? Join Fairfax County Government for a career fair where you can explore openings from entry-level to senior management in many different fields. Talk directly with hiring representatives and learn how your skills can make a difference right here in your community.
Agencies planning to attend include:
- Park Authority
- Health Department
- Police Department
- Fire and Rescue Department
- Tax Administration
- Information Technology
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- Fairfax County Public Library
- Waste Management
- Public Safety Communications
- Facilities Management
- Neighborhood and Community Services
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Explore the possibilities and discover your next career with Fairfax County Government!
 Children's Mental Health Day: Celebrate Neurodivergent Youth
Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Clemyjontri Park, 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA, 22101
Mark your calendar for Children’s Mental Health Day 2026 with the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB). This free, family-focused event celebrates the strengths of neurodivergent youth in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Enjoy a fun, relaxing day with activities for all ages, including food trucks, a cooling tent, sensory-friendly giveaways, games, and other family activities. Bring the whole family to play, connect, and learn more about supports for children’s mental health in our community.
 The Beatriz Lab: Alzheimer's Disease Virtual Training
Tuesday, May 12, 12-1:15 p.m., Virtual via Teams
Step into the life of Beatriz, a woman living with progressive Alzheimer’s disease, in this unique virtual training experience. Participants will embody Beatriz to see how Alzheimer’s affects communication, thinking, emotions, and relationships. Then, explore practical ways to help someone feel safer, more supported, and maintain a better quality of life.
The Beatriz Lab sessions are facilitated by ElderLink, a nonprofit partnership between Inova and the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging. Trainings are limited to 15 participants per session to allow for discussion and reflection, so register early. This training series was developed by Embodied Labs and simulates what it is like to be an older adult encountering various challenges in everyday situations.
 Building Safety Month Resource Fair
Wednesday, May 13, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Herrity Building, 12055 Government Center Pkwy., Fairfax, VA 22035
Celebrate Building Safety Month with Fairfax County at the free Building Safety Month Resource Fair. Land Development Services (LDS) and partner agencies will be on hand to share information about building codes, permits, and how to keep homes and businesses safe. Enjoy snacks, prizes, and a special Building Safety Month proclamation at 10:30 a.m. from Sully District Supervisor and Board Vice Chair Kathy Smith.
The event features homeowner classes and family activities, including Building Permits 101 (11 a.m.) and Deck Details Bootcamp (12:30 p.m.), plus Storytime with a Librarian at 11 a.m. and an all-day Touch-a-Truck experience with a firetruck, flusher truck, and EV trash truck.
 Accessibility Matters!
If you have trouble seeing a computer screen or using a mouse, Fairfax County Public Library’s Access Services can help. The library now offers JAWS and ZoomText on public computers, along with other tools for people with low vision or print disabilities.
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JAWS is a screen reader that speaks the text on the screen, helping users with vision loss navigate websites and programs like Microsoft Word.
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ZoomText lets low vision users enlarge and enhance what’s on the screen so it’s easier to see and read.
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Access Services also has loanable equipment, including:
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- Pocketalker 2.0 personal amplifiers
- Ruby 7 handheld magnifiers
In-branch only devices include:
- myReader2 desktop magnifier
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- Perkins Braillers braille typewriters
- Braille Awareness Kits
- SARA Scanning and Reading App
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