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Zebra Misc
The OTN Arts and Cultural District Grows With Made in ALX
By Margaret Townsend Alexandria, VA – New to Old Town North, but not Alexandria, the Made in ALX collective of…
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Arts
Postcards from the Palette: Summer Art Sizzles in Free for ALX
* The Art League at the Torpedo Factory ~ July 6 – August 22, 2022. Open Exhibit juried by Jessie…
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Zebra Misc
Old Town North Power Plant Provides Work and Walk-Throughs
By Margaret Townsend Alexandria, VA – In 2005, after numerous environmental studies and united action by residents and local politicians,…
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Zebra Misc
Bella Napoli, Spice Kraft Win Top Awards At Taste Of Del Ray
Alexandria, VA – The Del Ray Business Association hosted the 13th Annual Taste of Del Ray in June, showcasing the…
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Memories and Musings
Nina Tisara’s Memories and Musings – On a Secret Garden
Alexandria, VA – Once upon a time, a long time ago, but not very far away, a garden was designed…
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Pets
Champion Alexandria Dog Is in the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
*editor’s note: this story was written before the WKC concluded; results will be posted online* Alexandria, VA – Cheerio is…
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Kids
Read to Kids and You’ll Raise a Book Lover
From Kids’ First Years Alexandria, VA – Did you know that a lifetime love of reading starts in the early…
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Volunteering
Raise Your Hand to Help a Child Succeed
By Helen Morris, Board Chair, Alexandria Seaport Foundation; Rachel Schilling, Wright to Read; and Marion Brunken, Volunteer Alexandria Alexandria, VA…
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In the Dirt by Ray Greenstreet
Best Heat-Loving Perennials for Summer
By Ray Greenstreet Alexandria, VA – Some plants just can’t take the heat—they’ll wither away if left in direct sunlight…
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Pets
Why You Should Talk to Your Dog
Alexandria, VA – My pup Georgie and I were happily walking through Founder’s Park when something mysterious stopped him in…
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