Five Things to Know in Centreville This Week

1) The new will open in Centreville this week this week. On Saturday, Dec. 3rd, from noon - 4 p.m., organizers will hold an open house for the community. They need hosts, donations for refreshments and help cleaning up afterwards. Come for the ribbon-cutting at noon and remarks by Sully District Supervisor Michael Frey and others at 2 p.m. The center is located at 5956 Centreville Crest Lane, beside Brick Pizza in the lower level of  Centreville Square Shopping Center. Email Ann Gillen, acgillen@hotmail.com, if you would like to help out. 

2) is hosting a blood drive on Dec. 2nd. Call 703-263-2474 to make an appointment. G&C will also be a drop-off point for "Toys for Tots."

3) The winter sports season starts this week. Cheer on the Wildcats or the Bulldogs at their basketball season openers on Tuesday night. Click on the links for more information on where to see the , , and play.

4) will play in the state semi-finals at Hermitage (near Richmond) on Saturday, Dec. 3rd. 

5) Have you ever been, or know someone who has been, homeless in Fairfax County? .