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Posted by MaryO on December 11, 2015

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🎹 Is Your Tune Piano in Tune?
When it comes to tuning, every piano is different, even two pianos of the same style and make are different, and the humidity of the room makes a big difference, he said. High humidity causes the sound board to swell, stretching the strings and causing the pitch to go sharp, while low humidity has the […]
🌴 Music for Palm Sunday
This hymn for Palm Sunday was originally written in French as “Les rameaux” originally published in 1864 by French art collector, operatic baritone and composer Jean-Baptiste Fauré (1830–1914). Jean-Baptiste Fauré should not be confused with French composer, organist, pianist and teacher Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) who composed a world-famous Requiem and other works.
🌿 Palm Sunday, March 29
Step into a journey of faith and reflection this Palm/Passion Sunday, March 29, 2026, as we gather for a special combined service at 10:00 am, led by Pastor Bruce Johnson. Experience the pivotal moments of Jesus Christ's journey, from His triumphant entry into Jerusalem to the profound depths of His passion, through the powerful narratives […]
🛐 Lenten Hymn and Devotion, Week 5
Brian Stevenson, Pender UMC Director of Handbells and Ensembles, presents a series of hymn-based devotions on Wednesdays during Lent. “Go to Dark Gethsemane” is a Lenten hymn that spotlights scenes from the last 12 hours of Jesus Christ’s life.
🧴 Last Day to Help Support an Eagle Scout Service Project
One of the scouts from Pender’s Boy Scout Troop 1530 is currently working toward his Eagle Scout rank—the highest achievement in Scouting. As part of his Eagle Scout service project, Abraham is collecting new toiletries for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM) to help support individuals and families in our local community. Donations will be accepted […]
🍱 Pender’s Mini Free Pantry, Today and Everyday
The Pender Mini Food Pantry is officially open and ready to serve our community! This little structure—built as an Eagle Scout Project by one of Pender’s Boy Scouts—is a beautiful example of service, compassion, and creativity. At first glance, it looks a lot like a Little Free Library, but instead of books, it’s stocked with […]
🥡 6th Annual Asian Festival On Main, May 17
Fairfax City will host the 6th Annual Asian Festival on Main on Sunday, May 17, according to the Old Town Fairfax Business Association. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in historic Old Town Fairfax.
🛐 Lenten Hymn and Devotion, Holy Week
Brian Stevenson, Pender UMC Director of Handbells and Ensembles, presents a series of hymn-based devotions on Wednesdays during Lent. The Holy Week selection is Lamb of God by Twila Paris from The Faith We Sing, #2113
🎹 What George Gershwin’s Steinway Teaches Us About Technology
The Gershwin family donated the Steinway to the University as part of the George and Ira Gershwin initiative that is focused on research and study of the brothers’ music. According to Marc Gershwin, George and Ira’s nephew, “I wanted the instrument to be accessible to the students and faculty who would be preserving the legacy […]
🥁 Fun with Music for Preschoolers, Monday
Step into a world of giggles and song with “Fun with Music" at Pender! This is not just any music class – it's a journey through sound and imagination designed especially for preschoolers and their favorite grown-ups. Since 2013, Jim and Roberta Pont have been creating a space where tiny toes tap, and little voices […]

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