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Free Police and Firefighter Community Cookouts Return–See Schedule

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Alexandria firefighters at a Community Cookout last month. (Photo via AFD Facebook page)

Alexandria, VA – The Community Cookout allows residents to connect with representatives of city agencies and nonprofits. Meet your police officers and firefighters. The cookouts feature free food, music, and activities for both children and adults

Alexandria’s Community Cookout began with  two dedicated staff members from the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. Their goal was to boost program participation and increase outreach to two of Alexandria’s most underserved communities.

What started as a small departmental project has since grown into a major community initiative. Today, more than 50 city agencies and nonprofit organizations participate. These events have reached over 20,000 residents and are now proudly supported by the City Manager’s Office.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

Wednesday, June 4

6-7:30 p.m.

Southern Towers

4900 Seminary Rd.

 

Wednesday, June 11

6-7:30 p.m.

Princess Square

400 North West St.

 

Wednesday, June 18

6-7:30 p.m.

Patrick Henry Rec Center

4643 Taney Ave.

 

Wednesday, June 25

6-7:30 p.m.

Andrew Adkins

1200 Block of Wythe St.

 

Wednesday, July 1

6-7:30 p.m.

Casa Chirilagua

4100 Mt. Vernon Ave.

 

Events are weather-dependent

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