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Senior living
Senior Services of Alexandria Hosts Active Aging Speaker Series Oct. 21
Alexandria, VA – Senior Services of Alexandria is kicking off its 2026-27 Speaker Series with a fun event that you…
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Mount Vernon Matters
Tour de Mount Vernon Returns Oct. 31, 2026
Alexandria, VA – Cyclists will take to the roads and trails of the Mount Vernon District on Saturday, Oct. 31,…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
Alexandria Celebrates 17 Centenarians at 2026 Event
Alexandria, VA – A truly dreadful rainy night did not stop eight of Alexandria’s most accomplished birthday guests from making…
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Celebrate Virginia Archaeology Month in Alexandria With Free Events and Tours
By Daniel Lee Alexandria, VA – Each October, the Virginia Department of Historic Resources recognizes the role archaeology plays in…
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Cover Story
Pat McArtor Turns 100: Del Ray’s Beloved Jazz Singer
ALEXANDRIA, VA. — On October 10, Del Ray resident Maria Patricia “Pat” Downey McArtor turns 100 years old. Yet if…
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At Z Movies
The Weight Review: Ethan Hawke Leads a Powerful Drama
Alexandria, VA – Writing a monthly print film column in the post-Covid age of streaming has proved to be challenging.…
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Del Ray Doings
Halloween in Del Ray 2026: Parade, Contests and Events
By Maureen Schweers Alexandria, VA – With one of the top ten Halloween parades in the country, epic house decorating…
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Memories and Musings
Harvesting Memories: Nina Tisara on Preserving Family Stories
Alexandria, VA – Thanksgiving. Christmas. New Year’s. They’re coming. Families and friends will gather. These are very good times to…
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The Last Word by Marcus Fisk
Promises, Promises: A History of American Campaign Promises
Alexandria, VA – Oh, promises, promises This is where those promises, promises end, I don’t pretend that what was wrong,…
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Pets
How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash
Alexandria, VA – This summer’s extreme heat made walking our dogs more challenging. With cooler temperatures setting in, walking your…
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