The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra has announced the seven recipients of its micro-grant program on Monday. The grant-funded projects will aim to accomplish one of a number of specific goals. The projects must be completed by June 2021, according to a news release. Continue reading “Grant Winners Announced By Alexandria Symphony Orchestra”
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Mark Twain MS Student Cooks To raise Funds For Black Lives Matter Movement
Iris Nijbroek, an eighth-grader at Mark Twain MS, pulled out her recipe book this summer and started cooking to raise funds for the Black Lives Matter movement. This resulted in the creation of the Racial Justice Bake Shop, where there are 11 items on the menu ranging from Key Lime Pie to Banana Bread to raise funds for various civil rights groups. Continue reading “Mark Twain MS Student Cooks To raise Funds For Black Lives Matter Movement”
Rotary Club of Alexandria Raises $16,000 Through Flags For Heroes Program
$16,000 has been raised by the Rotary Club of Alexandria for local nonprofits through its third annual Flags for Heroes program. It a display of 200 flags along the George Washington Parkway at Cedar Knoll Restaurant. Continue reading “Rotary Club of Alexandria Raises $16,000 Through Flags For Heroes Program”
Elena Eskandari Revamps An Arlington Kitchen
An Arlington family turned to interior designer Elena Eskandari when they grew tired of their home’s cramped, dark kitchen. They wanted her to modernize and expand it while creating a space for entertaining. Continue reading “Elena Eskandari Revamps An Arlington Kitchen”
Old Town To Have Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing
The drive-through testing site for COVID-19 in Old Town by Inova Alexandria Hospital is up and running. On April 17, the city announced its support for Inova in bringing vehicle-side testing to the Inova Primary Care Old Town clinic located at 325 S. Washington St. The Old Town site joins three other Inova facilities in offering vehicle-side testing, an option that has become increasingly common across the country and in the region. Continue reading “Old Town To Have Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing”
Learn About Three Restaurants In Alexandria Offering Takeout, Delivery Options
The restaurants in Alexandria are offering delivery or carryout options in the face of the pandemic. Whether they are bagels in the morning or margaritas with dinner, the area’s eateries have you covered. However, give restaurants a call or check out their social media pages before making a special trip. Continue reading “Learn About Three Restaurants In Alexandria Offering Takeout, Delivery Options”
Bethesda Tops The D.C. Area For Most Expensive Rent
The rent of apartments varies widely in the D.C. region and varies significantly by individual neighborhoods based on amenities, public transportation, and many other variables. But based solely on the jurisdiction, Bethesda currently tops the area for the most expensive rent. Continue reading “Bethesda Tops The D.C. Area For Most Expensive Rent”
Alexandria To Purchase The Historic Freedom House Museum
An agreement was signed last week between the City of Alexandria, Virginia and the Northern Virginia Urban League to purchase the historic Freedom House Museum for $1.8 million. The building went up for sale in October. It is located at 1315 Duke St. Continue reading “Alexandria To Purchase The Historic Freedom House Museum”
Visit The Historic Contrabands And Freedmen Cemetery Near Bearings Condos
If you are a history buff, Contrabands and Freedman Cemetery is an important piece of history that you ought to visit.
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All You Need To Know About Jones Point Park
Jones Point Park is located on the Potomac River south of Old Town Alexandria. Home to the last remaining riverine lighthouse in Virginia the park was a crucial piece of history as one of the largest centers for shipping, manufacturing and transportation in the nation. Continue reading “All You Need To Know About Jones Point Park”