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Great Falls, Virginia Patch AM: a 3 min read

Coffee in hand, Great Falls? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Great Falls Library BOOK SALE
  • Brooksfield School Open House on Saturday, April 25, 2026
  • Alexandria Art Show & Spring Craft Fair ~ Mother's Day Celebration @ John Carlyle Square at John Carlyle Square

... and check out 10 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: What is something you always have, but also leave behind? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cooler with a few showers, temps: high: 69, low: 49.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 62 and low of 45 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

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  • Comstock posted a job opening for Full-Time Overnight Cleaner (Thu-Mon, 11PM-6AM) in Reston. Apply here.
  • ICF posted a job opening for Survey Interviewer in Reston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Great Falls here.

🗞 Nearby News

Reston

  • How Reston Precincts Voted In 2026 Redistricting Special Election (patch.com)
  • Reston-based startup rolls out on-demand laundry services lockers - Reston-based startup rolls out on-demand laundry services lockers (ffxnow.com)

Herndon

  • Exclusive: Huey Magoo's planning first Virginia location in Herndon (theburn.com)

McLean

  • Input Wanted On Route 7 Widening Between Route 123, I-495 In Tysons (patch.com)
  • 23 Things You Can Do In Northern VA That Are Free (patch.com)
  • NoVA Persian Restaurant To Host Solidarity Supper For Iranian Relief (patch.com)

Ok Great Falls! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Footprints. (Thank you LAURIE T. for sending it in!)
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