The Swimming Hole

Bath House Prep Work Continues

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:22:00 +0000

The stone will be placed along the bottom portion of the building.

Renovations continue on the bath house, with the prep work almost completed for the stone installation around the base of the building.

The building gets a new look with Hardiplank siding, seen here at the top.

The Hardiplank has been installed at the top of the building and all of the windows are now in place.

The new men's side with its new room divisions

Also, the men's and women's sides are taking shape as room dividers go up.

February Brings Progress to Bath House

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:24:00 +0000

The groundhog may or may not see his shadow tomorrow, but at Fairfax Swimming Pool, things are moving along toward a fantastic 2012 season. The unseasonably warm temperatures have assisted in the bath house work.

The crew readies the entrance area for new posts and concrete.

Some updates on the bath house renovations:

The bath house has a new concrete floor.
The new doors will be installed in a few days.
The new windows will be installed soon.
The stones have been delivered for the stonework. The outside of the building (up to around 3 feet) and the walkway wall between the grass and the entrance ramp will have stone.

As you can see from the photos, the work has been progessing nicely and we're on track to have the bath house completed and ready before Memorial Day weekend.

The new floor of the men's changing room.

One of the new windows has been placed--goodbye slats!

New Year, New Floor!

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:49:00 +0000

The walkway/entrance to bath house

Work continues in the new year on the bath house. The warmer temperatures over the first part of January has made the renovations work easier. Earlier this week, jackhammers broke up the old walkway entrance--what fun to see the ground and new post holes to replace those deteriorating ones.

Next up: new concrete on the bathroom floors for both the men’s and women’s sides.

One note: If you do stop by to see the work-in-progress, please do not enter the fenced area without permission from the supervisor. We want to keep everyone safe, especially children.

The new men's locker room, ready for a new floor.

Demo Nears Completion!

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:47:00 +0000

The demolition of the bath house is nearing completion. Check out the photographs that uncovered the original walls—even the original signage. Right behind the tree, you can glimpse a dolphin, which is fairly visible as you drive by the pool (unfortunately, the workers were gone for the day when these photographs were taken, so access was restricted to the site). Apparently, we were the Dolphins or Flippers before we became the Fairfax Frogs.

Next up: redoing the plumbing—and everyone cheered at the thought of a better smelling, and less pungent, bath house next summer!

Don’t forget to mention Fairfax Swimming Pool when you shop at Twins Ace Hardware and have a wonderful holiday season.

Sarah Hamaker

FSP Membership

Bath House Floor is No More

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 21:55:00 +0000

While we were stuffing ourselves with turkey over the Thanksgiving weekend, demolition began in earnest at the pool's bath house with the digging up of the concrete floors in the men's and women's locker rooms. Here are some photos of the construction so far. Stay tuned for more photos of the work as the renovations continue.

Women's locker room

Out with the old, in with the new!

Men's locker room

The old floor on its way out. It took two dumpsters to hold the concrete.

Bath House Renovations Commence!

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:43:00 +0000

The renovations on the pool's bath house have begun. While the photo doesn't show too much activity, there has been progress made inside the bath house. The first stage will be demolition of the guts of the building.

Renovations are scheduled to be completed in plenty of time before the Memorial Day opening of the 2012 swim season. We will be updating this blog as the renovations continue this fall/winter/spring, so check back to see what's new at the bath house!

Doggie Splashdown a Success!

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:03:00 +0000

Thanks to all of our friends, members and neighbors who came out despite the drizzle for the fourth annual Doggie Splashdown! We had more than 50 dogs swimming around and having a ball.

We hope you enjoyed the 2011 season at Fairfax Swimming Pool. Check back on this blog throughout the off season to see the renovation progress to our bathhouse and pool area.

Doggie Splashdown

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:49:00 +0000

On Monday, September 5, the pool will go to the dogs as we hold our annual Doggie Splashdown at 7 p.m. after the pool officially closes for the season.

A very popular event, we are asking that each owner bring a $5 donation per pooch for the Fairfax County Humane Society.

So bring your cameras and your dogs and help us close out the 2011 season with a splash!

Last Chance to Splash Cookout

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:47:00 +0000

Join us in closing out the 2011 pool season by coming to our annual Last Chance to Splash Cookout, held Sunday, Sept. 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The pool will fire up the grills for cooking, so bring your own meat and a dish or two to share with others.

At dusk, we will show one of the "Night at the Museum" movies. No swimming during the movie. Theatre-style popcorn, sodas and cookies will be available in unlimited quanities (until supplies run out) for $5 per person/$25 per family maximum.

Pool Opens at 3, Sunday, August 28

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 18:20:00 +0000

The pool will open at 3 p.m. today, August 28. The pool will follow the normal operating hours for the rest of the week.

Pool Closed August 27

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 16:50:00 +0000

Fairfax Swimming Pool will be closed today, Aug. 27, because of the weather. With Hurricane Irene blowing into our area, the guards have secured the pool property in preparation for tonight's higher winds and rain.

We anticipate opening the pool tomorrow (Sunday, Aug. 28), but the start time might be delayed depending on how much clean-up is needed. We will send out another email with an approximate opening time or check the pool's blog on the home page for an update.

End of Summer Ice Cream Social, Sunday, Aug. 28

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:56:00 +0000

Come to the End of Summer Ice Cream Social and you won't feel so blue that summer is ending. Stop by the pool on Sunday, August 28, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for some delicious ice cream and watch your blues melt away.

Remember, when pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Help make our pool parties a success! Contact Kim Luckabaugh at 703-352-1415 or kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net

13 & Older Movie Night, Friday, Aug. 26

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:54:00 +0000

New date--August 26 because of rain forecast.

Teenagers rule the pool during the 13 & Older Movie Night on Friday, August 26, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. "Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark" will be shown, but no swimming during the flick. Popcorn and drinks will be for sale.

Remember, when the pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Help make our pool parties a success! Contact Kim Luckabaugh at 703-352-1415 or kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net

Inflatable Thursdays

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 19:24:00 +0000

Every Thursday, during the month of August, the pool will allow inflatables in the water from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. So bring your raft and float away your troubles.

All Star Dive Championships August 7

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 14:46:00 +0000

The pool will be closed on Sunday, August 7, all day for the All-Star Dive Championships. In addition to the usual use of Mosby Woods and Country Club Hills pools when Fairfax is closed, the board of Sleepy Hollow Bath and Racquet Club has offered the use of their facilities for Fairfax members on that day. The address is 3516 Sleepy Hollow Road in Falls Church, and the website is http://fairfaxswimmingpoolinc.memberlodge.com/wlmailhtml:%7BF9D424BA-FDCD-48B9-9F2A-C9BAE6E0B524%7Dmid://00000149/!x-usc:http://shbr.org/. Please note that it is right next to, but not related to, Sleepy Hollow Rec Center.

12 & Under Movie Night, Friday, August 5

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 12:47:00 +0000

The younger swimmers are invited to come watch a movie under the stars at the 12 & Under Movie Night on Friday, August 5, from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Enjoy watching an age-appropriate flick poolside. No swimming during the movie.

When pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Help is needed for the pool parties. Contact Kim Luckabaugh at 703-352-1415 or kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net.

Pool Closes Early Today

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:31:00 +0000

The pool will be close early today, Monday, July 25, for the IM Carnival swim meet. The entire pool will close at 4 p.m.

Pool members can visit Country Club Hills or Mobsy Woods pools to swim when Fairfax Swimming Pool is closed for meets or other pool-sponsored events.

Dive Meet July 26

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 14:43:00 +0000

The pool will be closed early on Tuesday, July 26, because of a dive meet. The diving well closes at 4 pm. and the entire pool will close at 6 p.m.

Pool members can visit Country Club Hills or Mobsy Woods pools to swim when Fairfax Swimming Pool is closed for meets or other pool-sponsored events.

Parrothead Party, Saturday, July 23

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:51:00 +0000

Join your fellow Parrotheads for a Parrothead Party at the pool (talk about a tongue-twister!) on Saturday, July 23, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music, food and fun for the entire family--what could be better?

Remember, when the pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Help make our pool parties a success! Contact Kim Luckabaugh at 703-352-1415 or kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net

Pool Renovations Story in Fairfax City Patch

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:30:00 +0000

Fairfax Swimming Pool's bath house renovations and other improvements is featured in a story currently on the home page of the FairfaxCityPatch.com.

Check it out at: http://fairfaxcity.patch.com/articles/fairfax-pool-plans-a-facelift.

Pre-Teen Party Tonight 6 to 9

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:28:00 +0000

Join your friends for a rollicking good time at the Pre-Teen Party on Thursday, July 14, from 6 to 9 p.m.

The pool will be closed to other swimmers during the party time. When pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Dive Meet July 12

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 14:42:00 +0000

The pool will close early on Tuesday, July 12, because of a dive meet. The diving well closes at 4 p.m. and the entire pool will close at 6 p.m.

Pool members can visit Country Club Hills or Mobsy Woods pools to swim when Fairfax Swimming Pool is closed for meets or other pool-sponsored events.

Adult Pool Party, July 9, 7 p.m. to Midnight

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:16:00 +0000

It's time to the children realized adults like to swim, too! Come on out and see what the pool is like without kids during the Adult Pool Party on Saturday, July 9, from 7 p.m. to midnight. Pool will close at 6 p.m. to prepare for the party.

Remeber, when the pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Help make our pool parties a success! Contact Kim Luckabaugh at 703-352-1415 or kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net.

8 & Under Party, July 6, noon to 3 p.m.

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 12:13:00 +0000

It's time the kids rule the pool! Join your friends for a rollicking good time at the 8 & Under Party on Wednesday, July 6, from noon to 3 p.m. And yes, parents are welcome to accompany the little ones. The pool will be closed to other swimmers during the party time. When pool closes because of swim/dive meets or pool-sponsored parties, FSP members may use Country Club Hills or Mosby Woods pools.

Help make our pool parties a success! Contact Kim Luckabaugh at 703-352-1415 or kim.luckabaugh@verizon.net.

Pre-Teen Party Postponed to July 14

noreply@blogger.com (FSP Membership) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:33:00 +0000

Due to illness, tonight's Pre-teen Party is being postponed to Thursday, July 14th, 6-9 p.m. We are sorry about the incovenience. Thanks!