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Meeting Planners

If finding a unique site for your event or meeting is first on your agenda, the City of Fairfax has plenty to offer. Its beautiful historic properties, breathtaking gardens and lush parks are only the beginning of your options. the City of Fairfax’s hotels and conference centers provide the space you need, the amenities your participants will enjoy, and all the technology you could ask for to make your meeting or event a success.

Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center

Now reserving for May 2011

703.385.7858

www.weddingsinfairfax.com

Opening May 2011—situated in beautiful park setting, ample free parking. Centrally located in the City of Fairfax, the Stacy C. Sherwood Center will create the right atmosphere for your unique event. A venue with elegance and style—ideal for your special function, whatever the size. Over 12000 sq ft., largest room size 5000 sq. ft. Reserve your event NOW! The first 10 rentals will receive discount.

Dolce Vita

703.385.1530

10824 Fairfax Boulevard

www.dolcevitafairfax.com

Reserve the Cantina for your next celebration, meeting or special event. Up to 30 guests can enjoy: The perfect meeting room for corporate or private event Full service lunch or dinner from our Dolce Vita menu Customize menu designed for your group Full wine service Note: This room must be reserved in advance.

Northern Virginia Mediation Service

Northern Virginia Mediation Service is now offering to rent its training facility for daytime or evening meetings, trainings, retreats, or parties. This spacious and comfortable facility is close to the Mason Campus and on centrally located University Drive.

It seats up to 40 participants, and includes audio-visual equipment as well as other amenities including a beverage and snack bar.

The space is configured as one large meeting area and two adjacent breakout rooms with conference tables and chairs. It is ideal for large meetings, retreats, or trainings.

The fee schedule to rent this 1,400 square foot facility is:

Full Suite/Full Day: $185
Full Suite/Half Day: $125
Breakout Room/Half Day: $50

The facility is within easy walking distance to area restaurants, offers ample free onsite parking.

Convenient Metrobus and CUE bus access
4041 University Drive, Suite 201,
Fairfax VA 22030

Please contact us at 703-993-3656 or at communitymediation@nvms.us for more information or to reserve this space.

P. J. Skidoos

703.591.4515

9908 Fairfax Boulevard Fairfax, VA 22030

www.pjskidoos.com

P. J. Skidoos can accommodate your private party of 30 to 150 guests. Our food is fabulous, our service and decor divine, but that's not all...we have a convenient Route 50/29 location, plenty of free parking, a private banquet entrance, special banquet coatroom and restrooms, banquet level temperature, music and lighting control, as well as a wet bar and dance floor. We would be delighted to show you our facilities personally and to discuss your menu needs for:

P. J. Skidoos specializes in food and beverage "The American Way" and our prices are very reasonable. We have been serving the Fairfax area since 1970. Please let us serve you by calling a Banquet Coordinator at 703.591.4516 to schedule an appointment.

Best Western Fairfax

703-591-5500

3535 Chain Bridge Road (Rte. 123) Fairfax, VA 22030

www.bestwesternfairfax.com

A boutique property in a quiet, peaceful setting with the largest outdoor pool in our area, which shines like a fountain in winter. The Cue Bus (city service) stop, conveniently located at our doorstep, can take you directly to METRO (subway). There, you will enjoy an easy commute to Washington, D.C. The Best Western Fairfax is conveniently located less than a mile from downtown Fairfax as well as Interstate 66. The Best Western Fairfax offers 1,962 square feet of flexible and professional state-of-the-art conference capabilities to accommodate up to 175 guests. To view our available conference rooms, please contact us.

Comfort Inn Fairfax Boulevard

11190 Fairfax Boulevard Fairfax, VA 22030

www.comfortinnuniversitycenter.com

The Comfort Inn University Center is conveniently located in affluent Fairfax, Virginia. Our hotel is just minutes away from downtown Washington D.C. and centrally located between Dulles International and Reagan National Airport. With historical sights and set in the ever-growing high-tech community, our warm relaxed and friendly environment provides a comfortable “home away from home.” The Comfort Inn University Center is your perfect choice for any corporate event. We offer two spacious meeting rooms and one boardroom. Audio Visuals, Food & Beverages are available upon request. Call 703-591-5900 or Toll Free 1-800-223-1223 now and let us take the worry out of planning your next corporate meeting.

Courtyard by Marriott Fair Oaks

703.273.6161

11220 Lee Jackson Highway Fairfax, VA 22030

http://marriott.com/hotels/travel/iadfo-courtyard-fairfax-fair-oaks

You'll find that the new state-of-the-art lobby at our Courtyard Fairfax Fair Oaks hotel provides greater flexibility and choice. Located just minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), our new lobby features inviting, flexible spaces to work or relax, free Wi-Fi throughout and easy access to the latest news, weather and airport conditions via our GoBoard.

When every detail must be perfect, you can count on our advanced facilities and expert meeting professionals to deliver a productive and successful outcome.

Meeting Space Highlights

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 1,250 sq ft of total meeting space
  • Largest meeting room is B with maximum meeting space of 625 sq ft and maximum seating capacity of 30
  • High-speed Internet access. Wired, Wireless

From joyous celebrations to fairytale weddings, we bring your visions to extraordinary reality

Williams Memorial Hall

Contact: Pete Patchan 703.385.7877 Ext 1977

4081 University Drive
Firestation No. 3
3rd Floor
Fairfax VA 22030

www.fairfaxvfd.com/FundRaising/WilliamsMemorial/tabid/69/Default.aspx

Located in the heart of the City of Fairfax, this newly renovated hall is one of the area’s most affordable sites. The Williams Memorial Hall is the kind of place that combines Fairfax's hometown charm with all of the modern conveniences necessary to hold a successful reception. Spread out over 4,000 square feet, the hall consists of two distinct meeting areas. Whether holding a business meeting of six people or a wedding reception for 250, we have accommodations to suit your needs.

There is ample free parking on site, and more close by.

American Legion Post 177

Contact: Banquet Manager
703.342.2888 between 9:00 am -5:00 pm
703.273.2250 after 5:00 pm

3939 Oak Street,
Fairfax VA 22030

fairfaxpost177.org

The large hall seats 166 people, and is perfect for a wedding reception with plenty of room for dancing and a raised stage for your music needs.

The Presidential Room seats 80 people, and has a fire place, access to the bar area and a covered balcony. The fireplace in the Presidential Room gives many options for decor, and a special background for event pictures.

With the addition of the covered balcony area, you are given more options with setup and decoration of parties.

Post 177 has the staff and the facilities to make any party a success.

Coyote Grille & Cantina

703.591.0006

10266 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22030

coyotegrille.com

We accept reservations for parties of 8 or more. We also accommodate large groups of up to 40. Coyote Grille is a great location for office parties, and birthdays. Our private patio is fully covered, heated and available for any occasion. Catering also available.

The Mason Inn Conference Center & Hotel

Coming Summer 2010!

800.422.MEET

4352 Mason Pond Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030

acc-masoninnandconferencecenter.com

The Old Firestation 3

703.383.1030

10988 University Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030

Our upper level is available for private parties, events and meetings. Full food & drink service available. Call for pricing and availability. Catering also available.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott—Fairfax/Fair Oaks

703.691.7880

11191 Waples Mill Road
Fairfax, VA 22030

SpringHill Suites Fairfax is centrally located in beautiful Fairfax Fair Oaks and is convenient to the Patriot Center, George Mason University, Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax Town Center, Udvar-Hazy Air Space Museum and down town Washington DC. Our all suites hotel features complimentary hot breakfast to start your day. Park your car in our brand new complimentary parking garage allowing guests easy access during cold Virginia winters. Our Fairfax hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout the entire hotel. Unwind in our state of the art fitness equipment with flat panel TV's or in our indoor heated swimming pool. Suite amenities in our Fairfax hotel include microwave, mini frig, coffee maker, work desk, & I-Pod docking station alarm clock. This all takes place in a perfectly balanced environment that embraces you while leaving you free to work, rest and enjoy according to your own rhythms. Our Fairfax hotel is ideally located near attractions and offers guests a relaxing atmosphere to come home to at the end of the day.

One meeting room is available at 750 square feet with a maximum seated capacity of 40 people. Call for more information.

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