F.C. Bulletin: FCEF Foodie Fundraiser; Community Band's Holiday Gig; Dream FC Wins Back VSSL Title Cup
FC Foodie Fundraiser to Support Falls Church Education Foundation, Nov. 18-20
Want to help the Falls Church Education Foundation (FCEF) raise funds to support "wellness, belonging, and excellence across Falls Church City Public Schools, and prepare every student and educator to thrive in the dynamic global landscape"? After all, FCEF has done more than any other local foundation to help elevate the City's public schools to rank among the very best in the nation.
"During the 2024-25 academic school year, FCEF awarded $246,000 to FCCPS and an additional $100,000 in scholarships to local students," the organization says on its website. "Giving is aligned with the three FCCPS pillars: equity of access, staff readiness and preparing students to function in the 21st century."
"Through the generosity of our community and the dedication of our volunteers, educators, and partners, we are committed to ensuring that every student has access to enriching opportunities, vital resources, and support," FCEF says.
FCEF just announced it'll be sponsoring a Falls Church Foodie Trek from Nov. 18-20 to help achieve their 2025 fundraising goals. Participating restaurants (see below) "will give back to FCEF through special deals," the foundation announced. "From breakfast sandwiches to sweet treats, every bite and sip helps support students through FCEF."
Here are details on the F.C. Foodie Trek Fundraiser:
Restaurants participating in the Falls Church Foodie Trek will give back through special deals — from breakfast sandwiches to sweet treats — every bite and sip helps support students through FCEF. Follow along @fcfoodietrek.
- Banh Mi Oi — $1 from every Nashville Chicken Banh Mi sold will go to FCEF.
- Cafe Kindred — 15% of all salads sold goes to FCEF.
- Clare & Don's — On Tuesday, Nov. 18, Clare & Don’s will donate 50% of all School Spirit cocktail sales and 10% of each check to FCEF when guests mention the fundraiser.
- Fava Pot — 25% ($1.50 per drink) of all fresh juice sales (Iced HIbiscus Tea, Iced Mint Limeade, Kamer el Dein) will go to FCEF.
- Lil City Creamery — $1 from each single or double scoop, cup or cone will go to FCEF.
- Northside Social — $1 from all breakfast sandwiches will go to FCEF.
- Preservation Biscuit Company — $1 from every Sweet Tooth biscuit will go to FCEF.
- Sweet Rice Thai — $1 for every Pad Thai ordered will go to FCEF.
- Thompson Italian — $1 for all l’anima wine glasses sold or $4 for bottles will go to FCEF. L’anima is Thompson's house wine made for them in Umbria.
- Toby's Ice Cream — They'll donate a portion of proceeds from their Pumpkin Spice pints to FCEF.
- Westover Taco — $1 of all starters goes to FCEF.
For more info go here.
F.C. Community Band Invites Musicians of All Levels to Play During Holiday Concert at Meridian H.S. Dec. 13
Join the band! And, celebrate the holiday season!
On Facebook yesterday Nov. 16, the City of Falls Church Concert Band (FCCB) aka the City of Falls Church Community Band, announced a special "Come Play with the Band" holiday event at Meridian H.S., Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m, with warm-ups at 6:45 p.m.
"Ever dreamed of performing with a concert band?," FCCB asked tantalizingly. "Here’s your chance!"
"Join the City of Falls Church Concert Band for our “Come Play with the Band” event at A Winter’s Resonance: The Sounds of the Season — Saturday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m. at Meridian High School. Featuring performances of Beethoven, Mahler, and holiday favorites," the band posted. "Warm up with us at 6:45 p.m., then help fill the stage with holiday cheer!"
If interested, the band says, "Sign up here:" https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeU9dJ3OVd.../viewform...
About the Falls Church City Concert Band (FCCB):
Sponsored by the City's Rec. and Parks Department, FCCB’s mission is to: "provide a medium for concert band musicians to continue to pursue their musical interests and enhance their artistic growth," and to "give back to the community by providing high-quality musical performances of various types and styles of musical selections that interest and entertain both performers and audiences."
FCCB is a "community band open to musicians with a wide variety of skills and interests" which "performs an "entertaining mixture of marches, classical pieces, Broadway show medleys, regional tunes and American classics at concerts held at outdoor parks and indoor retirement centers in the local community."
"All concert band musicians are welcome to join the band. There are no auditions or try-outs and we welcome new members of any skill level," FCCB says on its website. Here's FCCB's calendar, if you'd like to see the group perform.
Virginia Dream FC Wins Back Virginia Super Soccer League Championship Cup
In an overtime thriller, Virginia Dream FC – the City's own semi-professional soccer club – defeated Great Falls Los Toros 2-1 in the Division 1 finals to return the VSSL Cup back to The Little City and become VSSL Post-Season Tournament Champions, last winning the VSSL Cup in 2023, and for three consecutive years before that.
Playing away at T.J. High School for Science and Technology Nov. 12, the Dream entered the final match with a 5-1-1 record against undefeated Los Toros, at 6-0-1.
The VSSL title had belonged to Virginia Dream every season since its inauguration until last season when arch-rivals Los Toros took home the honors.
"With a chip on their shoulders and revenge on their mind. The Dream controlled possession right from the whistle but gave up the first goal which resulted in a halftime score of 1-0," a press release from the Dream said. "The second half possession and scoring chances created were once again in Virginia Dream’s favor and it finally paid off when Mike Akenkoye put away a rebound from a free kick to equalize the score."
"With the score tied 1-1 at the end of regulation, the teams headed to overtime. Both teams were fatigued but Virginia Dream showed heart and desire and shortly after the restart, Cedric Tchoumkeu netted the go-ahead goal. The final score was 2-1 Dream and the VSSL Title is back in 'The Little City'!," the press release announced.
Next Match: 'Win and the Dream is In, Lose and the Dream is Out'
On Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m., Virginia Dream plays in the 4th and final round of US Open Qualifying matches. Win and The Dream is in, lose and The Dream is out.
"The team is looking to build upon last year’s accomplishments in their first ever US Open Cup participation in which they earned a victory over USL1 pro team, Richmond Kickers, and a narrow loss to USL Championship team, Loudoun United," the team said.
For the Dream's full schedule and updated team information go to: https://www.instagram.com/VirginiaDreamFC/?hl=en. To follow the VSSL, go to: supersoccerleague.org.
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