Community Parks

ALEXANDRIA, VA-The city is looking for public input on improvements to John Ewald Park (4452 Duke St.). The comment period runs through May 21. Recommendations include better lighting and ease of accessibility. Comments will be accepted through an online survey or by email. Contact Judy Lo at [email protected]. If you prefer mail, send them in …

ALEXANDRIA, VA – If you have a car and/or a will to help those in need, volunteers are needed in Alexandria to assist with Bagel Rescue. Volunteer Alexandria recently put out the word that it is “thrilled to partner with Bagel Rescue.” Bagel Rescue is a nonprofit on a mission to reduce food waste and …

Movie houses are hurting economically these days – almost as much as they were hard hit during COVID. Streaming is pandemic more than ever as films are commonly made expressly for the smaller screen. But the home theater remains the quintessential date-night faux pas.  When At Z MovieZ screened Drop, the film options for dating …

ALEXANDRIA, VA-Nearly 150 students from Alexandria City High School attended a financial literacy workshop at the Minnie Howard Campus. It was presented by Wells Fargo and the Society for Financial Education and Professional Development, Inc. “On behalf of Alexandria City Public Schools,, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Wells Fargo for their generous …

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Dog lovers and history buffs alike are invited to bring their four-legged friends to George Washington’s Mount Vernon on Saturday, May 17, 2025, for a tail-wagging celebration: the Dog Day of May. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the estate will offer a day packed with canine-themed activities included with general admission. …

Alexandria, VA – Marianna Johnnides Ioannou, 55, of Alexandria, VA, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, surrounded by her family.  Marianna was born in Nicosia, Cyprus, and became a refugee at only 4 years old after the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974. Marianna attended Waynewood Elementary School and West Potomac High School.  Marianna’s …

MIDDLETOWN, VA-Baseball has been around since the 1840s. Even the word had a different appearance. When the sport was first played, it was called “base ball,” and in some areas, “town ball.” It gained popularity during the Civil War, giving soldiers something to do during their time away from the battlefield. And the game’s rules …

Alexandria, VA — Alexandria Celebrates Women is calling on the community to take a stand against sexual assault by participating in Denim Day on Wednesday, April 30. In support of this powerful global movement, residents are invited to don their favorite pair of jeans and head to Del Ray Pizzeria for an evening of solidarity, music, …

ALEXANDRIA, VA – Kids’ First Years launched the inaugural Alexandria Month of the Young Child celebration with a kickoff event on Monday, April 7 at the Minnie Howard Early Childhood Center, located on the Minnie Howard Campus of Alexandria City High School. The event began with a warm breakfast reception at 9 a.m., where families, …

ALEXANDRIA, VA – Planning a trip to George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate? Add a photo cruise to your plans. See his magnificent home from the Potomac River. This north-bound narrated excursion offers a different perspective from the estate’s walking tour. During the 45-minute ride you will: Hear stories of the people and animals who have …