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And check out Christmas Eve Family Service on the Falls Church Patch calendar
Hello again Falls Church! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why AARP says Falls Church is nearly perfect for seniors.
- How did Falls Church’s Inova Fairfax rank in Forbes’ new list?
- Which bourbon does a Falls Church bartender swear by after work?
Also on today's calendar: Christmas Eve Family Service and 3 more events.
Find out what's happening in Falls Churchfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Falls Churchfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Wednesday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 52 and low of 36 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy with mist, temps: high: 53, low: 31.
- Friday: An icy mix, up to 1", with a high of 37 and low of 33 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. AARP: Falls Church 2nd Among Small Towns in U.S. for Seniors (fcnp.com) — Falls Church has just been ranked the No. 2 small community in the entire country for seniors by AARP, highlighting its walkability, services, and strong job market despite affordability challenges. The ranking places Falls Church alongside top-rated Northern Virginia neighbors like Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax County, and Vienna, underscoring this region’s appeal for multigenerational living and active, engaged older residents. 
2. 29 VA Hospitals Among Best In U.S. In New Forbes Ranking (patch.com) — Falls Church residents can take pride that Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church earned a five-star rating in Forbes’ new national Top Hospitals list for 2026. The rankings evaluate thousands of U.S. hospitals on outcomes, best practices, value, and patient experience, with 29 Virginia facilities making the cut and several Northern Virginia hospitals also scoring four or five stars.
3. We Asked 10 Bartenders: What's Your Go-To Bourbon? (2025) (vinepair.com) — A Falls Church bartender at The Falls is among 10 drink pros nationwide sharing their favorite go-to bourbons, highlighting a smooth, mineral-driven pick he reaches for after work. The roundup offers local whiskey fans practical ideas for bottles that work neat, in cocktails, and on a budget, if you’re looking to upgrade your home bar this winter.
4. Exclusive: Cleve Jones Begins Push for June Health Rallies (fcnp.com) — Falls Church readers may be interested that the locally based Falls Church News-Press helped convene a Northern Virginia briefing where longtime AIDS and civil rights activist Cleve Jones outlined plans for nationwide health-care rallies in June. Jones is urging broad participation to defend affordable care and HIV/AIDS treatment amid Trump-era health policy rollbacks, tying the effort to upcoming 2026 primaries and the historic fight against the AIDS crisis.
📸 Around Falls Church
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Falls Church
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★ Featured events ★
- Christmas Eve Family Service
Little River United Church of Christ, 8410 Little River Turnpike, Woodburn
5:00 pm - Brunch with Santa: A Christmas Celebration
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, 7920 Jones Branch Dr, McLean, VA, 22102,
10:30 am
Wednesday December 24
Thursday December 25
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Other local events
- Falls Church Farmers Market
City Hall Parking Lot , 300 Park Ave. , Falls Church
8:00 am - MAMMA MANIA! Live in Falls Church, VA!
State Theatre , 220 N Washington St , Falls Church
7:00 pm - CANCELLED: Mayor's Agenda Meeting with Staff
Falls Church, VA Calendar , 300 Park Ave. East Wing, Second Floor , Falls Church
8:30 am - Shoff Promotions Comic Book, Sports Card and Pokemon Show
Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike 22003
9:30 am
Saturday December 27
Wednesday December 31
Saturday January 3
📣 Falls Church Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- CANCELLED: Mayor's Agenda Meeting with Staff
Falls Church, VA Calendar
8:30 am - RESCHEDULED TO 12/15/25: City Council Government Operations Committee Meeting
Falls Church, VA Calendar
9:00 am - U.S. Citizenship Class (Online)
Glencarlyn Library , 300 South Kensington Street , Arlington
10:30 am - Japanese Conversation
Central Library , Quincy Room , Lake Barcroft
12:00 pm - Pars Place Closed
Iranian-American Community Center , 2236C Gallows Rd , Vienna - Preschool STEAM Play at Courthouse
Courthouse Library Children's Area ,
10:00 am - English Conversation at Aurora Hills
Aurora Hills Library , Eads Room , Lake Barcroft
10:30 am - Shop Class: Self-Guided Glowforge Laser Cutter Certification
Central Library , The Shop , Lake Barcroft
12:00 pm
Wednesday December 24
Thursday December 25
Friday December 26
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Falls Church Families: Your Pediatric & Urgent Care Solution - The Brooksfield School — (703) 356-5437
A private school in McLean, VA - Redeemer Renaissance Preschool — (703) 356-3567
Redeemer Renaissance Preschool 2025-26 Open Enrollment - Novara Recovery Center — (703) 705-7870
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- Neighbors Helping Neighbors ❤️ Let's Keep Our Kids Safe
School Crossing Guards Needed in Falls Church... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I'm looking for someone that can move my outdoor HVAC unit approximately 6 feet.
It's on a concrete patio so no prep/foundation work needed. Recommendations? Or, feel free to contact me if you are an HVAC technician. (Nextdoor Holmes Run)
- Chipotle posted a job opening for Crew Member in Falls Church. Apply here.
- Giant Food posted a job opening for PT Clerk - Grocery - 0765 in Falls Church. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Falls Church here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
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