Meet the Falls Church women now etched into local history
Why Eden Center’s food court puts Falls Church on the foodie map
How rising chronic homelessness numbers affect Fairfax and Falls Church residents now
Also on today's calendar: Vintage, Antique, & Artisan Market and 12 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are frogs poor conversationists? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Saturday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 84 and low of 63 degrees.
Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 65. 🌶 Hot!
Monday: Very hot, with a high of 97 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Falls Church salutes centuries of women's leadership at history walk (arlnow.com) — Falls Church recently honored 70 women whose civic work has shaped the city, adding four new inductees to the Women’s History Walk at Cherry Hill Farmhouse. The celebration also recognized Young Women of Action from Meridian High and Mary Ellen Henderson Middle, and tied into the city’s broader 250th anniversary activities around City Hall and Cherry Hill Park.
• 14 Best Mall Food Courts Across The US (chowhound.com) — One of the country’s standout mall food courts is right here at Eden Center in Falls Church, where dozens of Vietnamese and other Asian eateries, bakeries, and a grocery anchor a lively dining scene. Locals especially praise Huong Viet, Kao Sarn, and Nhu Lan for must-try dishes, making the Wilson Boulevard complex a go-to destination for adventurous, affordable meals close to home.
• Fairfax County sees 22% jump in people considered chronically homeless - Fairfax County sees 22% jump in people considered chronically homeless (ffxnow.com) — Falls Church is included in new regional data showing a sharp 22% rise in people considered chronically homeless across Fairfax County and its two cities. The report details how many residents are affected, explains the limits of the one-night count, and outlines Fairfax–Falls Church partnership strategies like new shelters and supportive housing aimed at keeping homelessness rare and brief.
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Tysons Library Book & Media Sale May 28-31, 2026 —Fairfax Library Advocate Read on Patch
Tysons Library Book & Media Sale May 28-31, 2026 —Fairfax Library Advocate Read on Patch
He’s been found! Thank you to all those who offered advice and support. Rainstorm definitely expedited his return. (Nextdoor Ravenwood Park)
General Dynamics posted a job opening for Contracts Administrator Sr Principal in Falls Church. Apply here.
Savers | Value Village posted a job opening for Merchandise Processing Associate in Falls Church. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Falls Church here.
Tysons Hyatt Regency Unveils $13M Guest Room Renovation At Tysons Corner Center (patch.com)
First Decision Realty, LLC: The Tysons Team That Puts People First (tysonstoday.com)
Arlington
New play depicts true story of a local enslaved woman's court battle for freedom (arlnow.com)
McLean
McLean's Valley Wood Road To Close During Daytime Hours For Pipe Replacement (patch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They jump to conclusions. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!