McLean Volunteer Fire Department To Host Blood Drive With Inova

The McLean Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with Inova Blood Donor Services to hold a blood drive on Friday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Open House Activities Coming To McLean Volunteer Fire Department

The McLean Volunteer Fire Department is hosting an open house on Oct. 14, an event that will include life-saving demonstrations and tours.

McLean Community Center Invites Public Input At FY'25 Budget Hearings

The McLean Community Center governing board is holding two meetings in September as the center works on its proposed budget for FY'25.

Matt Colsia Appointed To Replace Shivani Saboo On MCC Governing Board

Matt Colsia was appointed to the governing board of the McLean Community Center, replacing Shivani Saboo, who resigned earlier this month.

Donations Needed For Playground Renovations At McLean Central Park

A group of local parents is halfway toward its $400,000 fundraising goal to turn the playground at McLean Central Park into a modern space.

3 NoVA Teens Awarded $36K For Dedication To Building A Better World

Three teens from Northern Virginia each won $36,000 from the Helen Diller Family Foundation in honor of their work "to repair the world."

Shepherd's Center Seeks Volunteers To Drive Seniors To Appointments

Shepherd’s Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church is seeking volunteer drivers to take seniors to medical appointments or run errands.

Woman's Club Of McLean Donates $13K To Volunteer Fire Department

The Woman’s Club of McLean presented a check for $13,000 to the McLean Volunteer Fire Department on Monday to help purchase a new ambulance.

4 Teens Given Teen Character Awards At McLean Day 2023

From food bank service to offering free coding lessons, McLean teens chosen for Teen Character Awards have contributed to the community.

People Experiencing Homelessness In Fairfax County Increases In 2023

The number of people experiencing homelessness in Fairfax County jumped by 10 percent in 2023 compared to 2022, the county said Thursday.

Sunrise Of McLean Village Holds Ribbon-Cutting For New Community

Sunrise Senior Living held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its Sunrise of McLean Village, a three-story complex on Chain Bridge Road.

Mars-Hosted Event In DC Provides Free Food, Pet Services To Families

Mars Inc. partnered with Bread for the City and the Humane Rescue Alliance on a free event in Southeast DC to help families and their pets.

Kitchen And Garden Tour To Benefit McLean Volunteer Fire Department

The Woman’s Club of McLean is holding a Kitchen and Garden Tour on Thursday, April 27 to benefit the McLean Volunteer Fire Department.

Nomination Deadline For McLean Teen Character Awards Draws Near

The nomination deadline for the McLean Citizens Association’s Teen Character Awards is April 21. The winners will be honored on McLean Day.

Children In McLean Encouraged To Join Art Teacher's Recycled Art Event

The McLean Earth Day celebration will include a children's recycled art show with art teacher "Miss Pam." Families can sign up to join.

Exceptional McLean Teens Invited To Apply For Teen Character Awards

The Teen Character Awards recognize teens in McLean who demonstrated exceptional ethical and compassionate character over the past year.

Social Media Star BLCKSMTH To Hold Workshops During Residency At MCC

The workshops with social media star BLCKSMTH at McLean Community Center are free and open to the public, and registration is not required.

Latin American, Caribbean Festival Coming To McLean Community Center

The Fiesta del Sol Cultural Festival, a free event in McLean, will feature live music, art and craft exhibitors, dancing, and lots of food.

Volunteers Needed To Drive Seniors In McLean, Arlington, Falls Church

Shepherd’s Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church is seeking volunteers to drive seniors to medical appointments and the grocery store.

McLean Community Center Seeks Input On Programming At Public Hearing

The McLean Community Center Governing Board is holding a public hearing on Wednesday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. to get feedback on programming.

🌱 Fairfax Police Staffing Crisis + McLean No. 9 In WalletHub Report

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🌱 South Block Coming To McLean + Women's Suffrage Panel Discussion

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🌱 'I Love McLean Celebration' + Rip Sullivan Seeks Re-Election

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'I Love McLean Celebration' To Honor Police Officers, Firefighters

The McLean Citizens Association is hosting the “I Love McLean Celebration” on March 11 where local firefighters and police will be honored.

🌱 McLean High School Wins Award + AP African American Studies Courses

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🌱 Theft Suspect Shot At Tyson's Corner + Steering Wheel Lock Event

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🌱 Real Estate Assessment Increases + New Marco's Pizza Location

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Job Fair To Connect McLean HS Students With Employers On Saturday

The McLean Citizens Association, in partnership with McLean, Langley and Marshall high schools, is hosting a summer job fair on Saturday.

Nominations For Favorite Library Staff Requested By Fairfax County

Fairfax County Public Library is accepting nominations from the public through Feb. 14 for its fourth annual staff excellence awards.

Patch Needs You McLean! Become A Newsletter Curator

Are you proud of your community? Does sharing the inside scoop with others bring you satisfaction? Then apply to be a newsletter curator!

Swim Academy In South Africa Launched By 11th-Grade Student In McLean

An 11th-grade student at The Potomac School in McLean launched a swim academy in South Africa to teach young people how to swim.

'We Are Staying': New Book Explores Desegregation Of NoVA Libraries

A new book, “Desegregation In Northern Virginia Libraries,” shows how public libraries in the region maintained exclusionary policies.

McLean Historical Society To Celebrate 30th Anniversary

​The McLean Historical Society is holding an event on Jan. 10 to celebrate its 30th anniversary, according to a Sun Gazette report.

Year-End Blood Drive Coming To McLean Volunteer Fire Department

The McLean Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with Inova Blood Donor Services to hold a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 30.

McLean Community Center Selects New Executive Director

The McLean Community Center's governing board on Wednesday approved the appointment of Betsy May-Salazar as its new executive director.

McLean's Alex Plays Soccer, Tennis And Role Of Loving Big Sister

Alex, a McLean resident, manages her busy soccer, tennis and ballet schedule on top of doing chores and looking out for her little brother.

McLean Student Shows His Greatness On The Field And As A Kind Person

Some athletes shine on and off the field. Here's Amrit of McLean who plays two sports while working hard in school and as a Life Scout.

Antiques Show Coming To McLean Community Center In November

The McLean Antiques Show & Sale is returning to the McLean Community on Nov. 12-13, with an admission fee of $10 that will cover both days.

What Time Is Sunset In McLean As Daylight Saving Time Ends

Deer are more active around sunrise and sunset, creating potential hazards for commuters.

Star Student Athlete: McLean Teen Earns Accolades On And Off The Field

We all know athletes who shine whether they’re competing or not. Rishika of McLean played 3 sports while she earned the rank of Eagle Scout.