Getting to Know Government - The Basics of Our Federal System Pt. 2
How Does the Federal Government Limit Its Own Power?
Build understanding of government checks and balances through deliberation on the appropriate balance between the three branches' authority and oversight using real cases. Grades 7-12 & Adults. Attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Related LibGuide: Government by Fairfax County Public Library (Admin)
- Date:
- Saturday, March 14, 2026 Show more dates
- Time:
- 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- Location:
- Chantilly Meeting Room
- Library Branch:
- Chantilly Regional Library
- Categories:
- America 250 Civics
- Audience:
- Adults Teens
Cosponsored by the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area - Chantilly/Centreville Unit and the Close Up Foundation.
Content and facilitation of the Getting to Know Government series are carefully designed to support respectful dialogue, encourage diverse viewpoints and avoid promoting any party, candidate or ideology.
Registration is required to attend this event.
Please use the "Begin Registration" button to add yourself to the attendance list. Please register for each part of this three-part series separately.
To request reasonable ADA accommodations or alternative format of materials, please call 703-324-8380 or TTY 711.
