The Innovation Academy Team at Building Momentum is hosting a variety of Summer Camp opportunities from June-August 2024. Registration is now open!
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Mark your calendars for George Washington's birthday parade on February 19 from 1:00-3:00 PM! In the 275th Anniversary year of the founding of Alexandria, the 2024 parade theme is George Washington: Alexandria’s Original Living Legend.The 2024 Parade Grand Marshals will be the Living Legends of Alexandria, a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and chronicling individuals who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in Alexandria, Virginia.
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The Chamber ALX is hosting CareerCon on Friday, February 16, 2024 for high school and undergraduate students. Participants will be eligible to win a $4000 scholarship! Whether you are about to graduate from high school or already pursuing higher education, this program is for you! Returning in 2024 after a brilliant inaugural event, we are excited to connect Alexandria’s students, in both high school and college, with professionals working in industries of interest. Students will learn about the state of their future industries as well as essential curriculum skills for adult life.
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The City of Alexandria Academy Programs are educational opportunities designed to inform, educate, engage and provide those who live or work in the City a better understanding of local government operations and services available to the community. Information and experiences gained will encourage participants to help foster a thriving Alexandria and help create meaningful opportunities to participate in local government in many different ways.
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Last year, Alexandrians safely disposed of more than 2,600 pounds of unwanted and potentially dangerous medications. Rather than wait for a Drug Take Back day, many used permanent drop boxes located at Police Headquarters, Inova Alexandria Hospital and The Neighborhood Pharmacy. ASO partners with The Neighborhood Pharmacy and picked up 100 pounds there last month alone. Learn more about how you can safely dispose of unneeded prescription medications.
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The African American Heritage Trail Committee invites the public to join in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the installation of new interpretive signs along Alexandria’s historic waterfront.
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RiverRenew crews are getting ready to connect into Outfall 001 to support a healthier Potomac River!
Since 2019, the expansion of the Pendleton Steet site construction footprint has been planned and coordinated with the community and City of Alexandria. Until now construction activities have been east of Union Street allowing RiverRenew crews to maintain access to the public right-of-way and Oronoco Bay Park. As we approach the final phases of construction, our construction footprint will be slightly expanded into Oronoco Bay Park and Pendleton/Union Streets.
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Grab your best friend(s) and come celebrate Galentine's Day over brunch and of course, mimosas at Whiskey & Oyster!
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Let's get moving... together! It's time for family fun at winter warm-up. Join Bright Horizons at Old Town Alexandria on February 9 from 4:00-6:00PM for movement and wellness activities and get to know other families in our community. This event is open to the community!
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The Duke Street Pedestrian Tunnel will be closed, and Shuttle services will be suspended, on Monday, February 19, 2024 and in observation of the Presidents' Day Holiday.
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From January 19 to 28, 2024, more than 70 restaurants in Alexandria, Virginia will offer a $30, $40 or $50 in-person dinner for one during Alexandria Restaurant Week.
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Sponsored by Adult Day Services Center, the Helping Hearts Dance event invites all community members to experience the arts and encourages lifelong movement
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River Renew introduces LEAP – Lifeline Emergency Assistance Program. This program will assist Alexandria customers that are having difficulty paying their sewer bills.
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The program is sponsored by the City of Alexandria in cooperation with local religious, spiritual, Committee plans an interfaith, intergenerational, multi-racial and ethnic program embodying the principles of its founder and espousing such values of diversity and inclusivity revered by Dr. King.
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Don't miss out on the Work-Based Learning: A Community Conversation on January 10th at 12PM hosted by The City of Alexandria's Workforce Development Center.
Come and join for lunch and a business roundtable discussion on Work-Based Learning through collaborative partnership.
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Alexandria Archaeology is excited to share the launch of the Alexandria Archaeology Report Finder (AARF), a new online interactive map. This tool allows residents and researchers to search by location and explore the numerous archaeological and historical studies conducted throughout the City of Alexandria over the past 60+ years.
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Happy New Year! The Carlyle Council wishes you all a very happy 2024!
The Duke Street Pedestrian Tunnel will be closed, and Shuttle services will be suspended, on Monday, January 1, 2024 and in observation of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 15, 2024.
Join the Eisenhower Partnership as they toast 2023 achievements and look ahead into exciting things to come in 2024 at their annual meeting on December 12 from 5-7PM.
Enjoy bites, music, giveaways, networking and more! Register for the event on Eventbrite.
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The City of Alexandria’s Office of Climate Action has announced the launch of its new Green Business Recognition Program. Recognized ‘Eco-City Businesses’ will receive a window decal and digital logo for their website, be listed on the program website, and access support from the Office of Climate Action to take their sustainability efforts to the next level.
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