Getting to Know Government: The Basics of Our Federal System - Part 1
What Does the Federal Government Do?
Explore the roles and responsibilities of the three branches of the federal government and discuss which powers most affect our daily lives. Attendees have the opportunity to participate in discussion, group work and real-life examples to understand how our federal government works.
For Adults. Registration is required for each of the three sessions.
Getting to Know Government Series
September 26: What Does the Federal Government Do?
November 7: How Does the Federal Government Limit Its Own Power?
December 5: How Do Ideas Become Federal Laws?
- Date:
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Time:
- 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Location:
- Kings Park Meeting Room
- Library Branch:
- Kings Park Library
- Categories:
- America 250 Civics & Politics
- Audience:
Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area - Chantilly/Centreville Unit and Close Up Foundation.
Content and facilitation are carefully designed to support respectful dialogue, encourage diverse viewpoints and avoid promoting any party candidate or ideology.
League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area
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