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LORD FAIRFAX TO MAKE HISTORIC VISIT TO CELEBRATE COUNTY’S 275TH ANNIVERSARY

Fairfax County, VA - When Fairfax County celebrates its 275 th Anniversary on June 17, one special guest whose family is directly connected to the jurisdiction, will make a historic appearance and meet the people who live, work, and play in the county that bears his name. Lord Nicholas Fairfax, direct descendant of Thomas Fairfax (6 th Lord) will attend as the guest of honor, along with his wife of 30 years, Annabel, also known as Lady Fairfax. Administrator of the vast Northern Neck Proprietary through a Virginia land grand which dates back to 1649, the County was named after Lord Thomas Fairfax when it was founded in 1742…

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FAIRFAX COUNTY CELEBRATES 275 YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH GRAND FESTIVAL & HISTORIC CELEBRATION

Fairfax County, VA – During the 2017 calendar year, Fairfax County will mark its 275th Anniversary with events celebrating its history. The Signature Celebration of the anniversary will take the form of a historic festival celebration, on Saturday, June 17, 2017 from 10am-4pm in the area surrounding the Historic Fairfax Courthouse and the Fairfax County Judicial Center Grounds located in central Fairfax. For this special day, Lord and Lady Fairfax will attend the celebration as the County’s honored guests direct from England…

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NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL® EXPANDS INTO NORTHERN VIRGINIA

                    FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA – March 2, 2017 – Washington, DC isn’t the only beautiful place to see those famous cherry blossoms this spring. Throughout this year’s National Cherry Blossom Festival® – which due to early bloom dates is kicking off on March 15 – Fairfax County, Virginia will be reveling in the splendor of spring with official events, cherry blossom-themed exhibits, self-guided garden tours and activities celebrating Japanese culture and heritage. Go beyond the Tidal Basin this year! Peak bloom dates are March 14 – March 17. (http://www.fxva.com/cherryblossom)…

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GO BEYOND THE BASIN DURING THE NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL®

Fairfax County, VA - March 2, 2016 - Throughout this year's National Cherry Blossom Festival® (March 20 - April 17, 2016), Visit Fairfax and its partners are celebrating the splendor and majesty of our parks and gardens, as well as Japanese culture, with exhibits and self-guided garden tours that showcase the natural beauty of Fairfax County in bloom (http://www.fxva.com/events/cherry-blossom/)…

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FREE FAMILY REUNION WORKSHOP OFFERS TIPS ON PLANNING ULTIMATE REUNION

Fairfax County, VA - February 3, 2016 - Families can soak up cost-saving tips, connect with providers, and take advantage of incredible resources at the 8th Annual Family Reunion Workshop, taking place Saturday, February 13th at the Hyatt Regency Fairfax. It's a one-stop-shop for the ultimate family reunion…

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