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Alexandria News
2025 GW Birthday Parade Moves to a Saturday! Registration Now Open
ALEXANDRIA, VA– The city’s annual George Washington Birthday Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. Traditionally the parade has…
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Community News
Perfect Pita in Old Town is Adding Second Floor and Outdoor Seating
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Perfect Pita, 951 N. Fairfax Street, will be adding a second floor plus more outdoor seating.…
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Community News
Bark Social is Closed Until Further Notice
Alexandria, VA -The local outlet for Bark Social, a dog-friendly bar and social space designed for dog lovers at 529…
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Community News
Alexandria Earns Perfect Score on Municipal Equality Index for Fifth Straight Year
ALEXANDRIA, VA-For the fifth straight year, Alexandria has earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index…
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Music
Holiday Dreams: Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic and Alexandria Choral Society Perform Dec. 8
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Get ready for the holiday season with a special Christmas concert on Saturday, Dec. 8. The Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic…
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Press Release
City of Alexandria Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony This Saturday
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The City invites the community to join Mayor Justin Wilson and a host of holiday friends at the annual…
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Alexandria News
“America’s Fastest Teacher” Named Grand Marshal Of The 49th Annual Alexandria Turkey Trot
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Named “America’s Fastest Teacher” by Runner’s World magazine, Susanna Sullivan is the Grand Marshal of the 49th Annual Turkey…
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Volunteering
The Hotlist: Where to Volunteer in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA–Below find the latest volunteer opportunities in Alexandria. To volunteer, register online at volunteeralexandria.org. Friday, November 29, 2 to 4…
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Community News
City Council Approves Pilot Program Extending King Street Pedestrian Zone
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Alexandria City Council has approved a pilot program, to begin this winter, that will extend King Street’s pedestrian zone…
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Transportation
Alexandria Seeks Funding From State Grants to Improve Bus Stops
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The City of Alexandria is in the process of applying for $3.5 million in grant funding to improve many…
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