Friends of UCM to light up the night at spring gala
March 20, 2013 by Sarah
The Friends of UCM Spring Gala is coming up early in April and is a fundraiser for the United Community Ministries, which provides services to the community like job training, after-school programs, counseling, financial aid, and food for [Read more]
Gala addresses animals in need of support in Alexandria
February 4, 2013 by Mark
It will soon be time for the Mardi Growl Gala in Alexandria. The gala, presented by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, helps to raise funds for the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter.
The Vola Lawson Animal Shelter is [Read more]
George Washington’s birthday to be celebrated in Alexandria
January 3, 2013 by Sarah
This coming year sees the 281st birthday of George Washington, Founding Father and first President of the United States. Some of the most exciting celebrations will be taking place in alexandria, Virginia. It is likely that [Read more]
Civil War Ball comes to Alexandria
December 12, 2012 by Mark
The idea of balls as formal dances in which couples could be introduced to each other in a socially acceptable way in full view of chaperones and parents may not be as common as it used to be, but a local museum will show what it [Read more]
Alexandria bigs up its business bests
November 7, 2012 by Mark
The 2012 Business Awards reception, presented by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, will take place at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in just under a week’s time. At least [Read more]
Fall with the family makes for an exciting celebration
October 7, 2012 by James
The Family Fall Festival will take place at Armistead L. Boothe Park and is presented by the Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities and the [Read more]
Alexandria citizens to learn the trade with fair
September 7, 2012 by Sarah
The 2012 National Trademark Fair will take place at the United States Patent and Trademark Office headquarters and admission to the fair is free. Last year, over 15,000 people attended this [Read more]
Discover exciting local artists in Alexandria
August 5, 2012 by James
The tenth annual alexandria King St. Art Festival will take place on King Street between Union Street and Washington Street on September 8 and 9. The artists taking part in the festival are selected by a jury of experts. [Read more]
Celebrate the birthday of Alexandria and the USA
July 5, 2012 by James
The USA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration will take place at Oronoco Bay Park on July 7 from 4:00 am – 10:00 PM. This event is free to attend
The joint celebration will [Read more]
