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    Calendar of Events

    List of Calendar Events

    Date    TimeEvent
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 7:30 AMWaterfront Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMAlexandria Commission for Women - Subcommittee
    Subcommittee meeting to brainstorm for the Alexandria Walk to Fight Breast Cancer Fundraising
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 6:00 PMHistoric Alexandria Resources Commission
    Regular monthly meeting and dinner
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 6:00 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMCommission for the Arts
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMHuman Rights Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 7:15 PMAlex Renew Enterprises Bd of Dir - Public Hearing
    Public Hearing on Resolution of Intent to Change Certain Rates, Fees and Charges
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 8:30 AMMarketing Coordinating Council Meeting
    Regular meeting of the Marketing Coordinating Council.
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 10:15 AMParent and Child Playgroup
    An interactive group experience for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 11:15 AMParent and Child Playgroup
    An interactive group experience for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 12:00 PMCanal Center Plaza Concert
    Noon concert by Cathy Ponton King featuring blues and jazz, beside the Potomac at the Canal Center Plaza amphitheatre.
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 3:00 PMCommunity Policy and Management Team
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 5:30 PMTfacb Board Of Directors
    Regular Monthly Meeting
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 6:30 PMEconomic Opportunities Commission - Exec. Comm.
    Executive Committee meeting
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 6:30 PMHensley Park Improvement Draft Plan Review
    Large Park Improvement Plans Review
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 6:30 PMAlexandria Archaeological Commission
    Annual Walkabout at Holmes Run
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMEconomic Opportunities Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 19, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMCommission for the Arts - Arts Forum Comm.
    Executive Committee meeting of the Alexandria Arts Forum
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 10:00 AMTeen Wellness Center CLOSED June 20 - July 1
    The Teen Wellness Center located at T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King Street, will be closed Thursday, June 20 through Monday, July 1 for repairs.
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 5:30 PMPublic Health Advisory Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 5:30 PMEconomic Development Partnership
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 7:00 PMPark and Recreation Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 7:00 PMPark & Recreation Commission Public Hearing
    The Alexandria Park and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing on the six external project requests received by the Department of Recreations, Parks and Cultural Activities in the second half of FY13
    Jun 20, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMCarlyle Music at Twilight Concerts
    Evening Concert by the Cruisers, the United States Navy's premier contemporary entertainment ensemble.
    Jun 21, 2013 Fri 5:30 AMSamuel W. Tucker Walking Tour
    A walk Remembering Samuel W. Tucker, A Civil Rights hero who changed Alexandria and helped transform American Democracy. Meet outside the library entrance at 5:30. The half-mile walk will be followed by refreshments and conversation at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe Street. The walk is cosponsored by Virginia Tech School of Public and ...
    Jun 21, 2013 Fri 10:30 AMInclusive Community Playgroup (PIE Program)
    Certified Early Intervention Professionals lead the playgroup for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
    Jun 22, 2013 Sat 9:30 AMREBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing On 6/15
    REBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing On 6/15
    Jun 22, 2013 Sat 12:00 PMAlexandria's Food & Wine Festival
    Alexandria Food & Wine Festival, held at 300 John Carlyle Square featuring arts and crafts, children's activities, food vendors, and a Wine Garden managed by Alive! Inc.
    Jun 22, 2013 Sat 12:00 PMDel Ray Music Festival
    Community Festival highlighting local musicians, held on the Mt. Vernon Recreation Field
    Jun 22, 2013 Sat 8:00 PMREBROADCAST :: Mayor Euille Today
    Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's monthly television talk show, featuring topics and guests from City government and local organizations.
    Jun 22, 2013 Sat 8:35 PMREBROADCAST :: Mayor's State Of The City 2013
    A replay of the Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's annual State of the City Address.
    Jun 23, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMREBROADCAST :: Mayor's State Of The City 2013
    A replay of the Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's annual State of the City Address.
    Jun 23, 2013 Sun 12:00 PMREBROADCAST :: 2013 Public Safety Valor Awards
    A replay of the 27 Annual Public Safety Valor Awards Ceremony held on June 13, 2013.
    Jun 23, 2013 Sun 3:00 PMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1813. Reservations are recommended.
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 9:00 AMCivil War Kids Camp
    June 24-June 28: Civil War Kids Camp. Fort Ward is accepting applications for this fun and education history camp for children ages 8-12. The program features drilling, games, arts & crafts activities, music, learning about Civil War army life, and special guest reenactors. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $200 per camper; space is limited to 24, so enroll ...
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 5:00 PMCity Council - School Board Subcommittee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 6:00 PMAlexandria Housing Development Corp. (AHDC)
    Scheduled Monthly Meeting
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 6:30 PMCommunity Meeting on Hooffs Run Park Playground
    The purpose of the meeting is to obtain additional community input on use of the existing play area, review results of the recent playground survey, and discuss feedback from the playground’s immediate neighbors. Using the public feedback gathered this spring, a playground renovation plan will be developed this summer.
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 7:00 PMARHA Board of Commissioners
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 7:00 PMWhat's Next Alexandria 4th Community Dialogue
    Community will review draft civic engagement document and map an outreach network.
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Traffic and Parking Board
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Sister Cities Committee
    Regularly monthly meeting
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 8:00 PMREBROADCAST :: Mayor Euille Today
    Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's monthly television talk show, featuring topics and guests from City government and local organizations.
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 8:35 PMREBROADCAST :: Mayor's State Of The City 2013
    A replay of the Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's annual State of the City Address.
    Jun 25, 2013 Tue 2:00 PMPotomac Station Condo Unit Owners Assn.
    Scheduled meeting
    Jun 25, 2013 Tue 5:30 PMCommission on Persons with Disabilities
    Annual Awards Ceremony
    Jun 25, 2013 Tue 5:30 PMCommission on Persons with Disabilities Awards
    Commission on Persons with Disabilities Awards Reception
    Jun 25, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMAlexandria City Council Legislative Meeting
    Alexandria City Council Legislative Meeting
    Jun 25, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria Commission for Women
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 25, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMFencing Class
    Learn the art and historical importance of 18th century fencing in classes taught by swordmaster Peter M. Ryan at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street.
    Jun 26, 2013 Wed 10:15 AMParent and Child Playgroup
    An interactive group experience for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
    Jun 26, 2013 Wed 11:15 AMParent and Child Playgroup
    An interactive group experience for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
    Jun 26, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMRock in the Park: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
    Rocking out in Waterfront Park with the Bon Jovi Tribute Band
    Jun 26, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMMokihana - Hawaiian Dance
    Seeking to facilitate a correct understanding of the Hawaiian culture through educational and entertaining performance of traditional hula in the style and from the genealogy of Halau Mohala `Ilima, Kailua, O`ahu.
    Jun 26, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jun 27, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMCity Council/Inova Alexandria Hospital Task Force
    Scheduled Task Force meeting
    Jun 27, 2013 Thu 12:00 PMCommission for the Arts - Arts Forum Comm.
    Scheduled meeting of the Alexandria Arts Forum
    Jun 27, 2013 Thu 7:00 PMFostering the Future Cruise
    Celebrating 10 years of empowering foster families.
    Jun 28, 2013 Fri 10:30 AMInclusive Community Playgroup (PIE Program)
    Certified Early Intervention Professionals lead the playgroup for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
    Jun 28, 2013 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting On 6/25/13
    REBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting On 6/25/13
    Jun 28, 2013 Fri 7:30 PMAlexandria Citizens Band Concerts
    City's Oldest Performing Arts Organization, the band performs a variety of music.
    Jun 29, 2013 Sat 12:00 PMFoster Parent Information Meeting
    This meeting helps families determine whether becoming a foster family is the right fit for them and the process of becoming a foster parent.
    Jun 29, 2013 Sat 8:00 PMREBROADCAST :: Mayor Euille Today
    Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's monthly television talk show, featuring topics and guests from City government and local organizations.
    Jun 29, 2013 Sat 8:35 PMREBROADCAST :: Mayor's State Of The City 2013
    A replay of the Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's annual State of the City Address.
    Jun 30, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMREBROADCAST :: Mayor's State Of The City 2013
    A replay of the Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille's annual State of the City Address.
    Jun 30, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for gas and electric are due on or before the the last day of the month.
    Jun 30, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Jun 30, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Jun 30, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Jun 30, 2013 Sun 12:00 PMREBROADCAST :: 2013 Public Safety Valor Awards
    A replay of the 27 Annual Public Safety Valor Awards Ceremony held on June 13, 2013.
    Jul 2, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Jul 3, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Jul 3, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Jul 4, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Independence Day
    City Offices Closed for Independence Day
    Jul 4, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMDel Ray Performing Arts Center - School of Rock
    Play music from various local kids' bands which attend the School of Rock
    Jul 5, 2013 Fri 7:30 PMAlexandria Citizens Band Concerts
    City's Oldest Performing Arts Organization, the band performs a variety of music.
    Jul 9, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMAlexandria Marketing Fund Committee Review Meeting
    Meeting of the Alexandria Marketing Fund Committee for presentation of and deliberation on FY 2014 Round 1 applications
    Jul 10, 2013 Wed 12:00 PMCanal Center Plaza Concert
    Noon concert by Wake Campbell featuring smooth jazz, beside the Potomac at the Canal Center Plaza amphitheatre.
    Jul 10, 2013 Wed 6:00 PMFoster Parent Information Meeting
    This meeting helps families determine whether becoming a foster family is the right fit for them and the process of becoming a foster parent.
    Jul 10, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Jul 10, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jul 11, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Jul 11, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMDel Ray Performing Arts Center - School of Rock
    Play music from various local kids' bands which attend the School of Rock
    Jul 11, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMCarlyle Music at Twilight Concerts
    Evening Concert by the Sudden M Pac Band performing R & B, both old and new school.
    Jul 11, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Jul 13, 2013 Sat 7:00 PMAnnual USA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration
    237th Annual USA/264th Alexandria Birthday Celebration. Musical entertainment, food and beverage sales and fireworks.
    Jul 15, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Jul 15, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMQuarterly Short-Term Rental Tax Returns Due
    Deadline to submit Quarterly Short-Term Rental Tax Returns for quarter ending June 30.
    Jul 17, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMBen Brenman Park Concert
    Enjoy an evening of interactive children's music with performer Mister Don! Bring the kids and have a blast.
    Jul 19, 2013 Fri 7:30 PMAlexandria Citizens Band Concerts
    City's Oldest Performing Arts Organization, the band performs a variety of music.
    Jul 19, 2013 Fri 8:00 PMComcast Outdoor Film Festival
    Comcast Outdoor Film Festival
    Jul 20, 2013 Sat 11:00 AMChai & Stories: A Writing Workshop for Adults
    Join instructor Sushmita Mazumdar for chai tea, relaxing storytelling and a chance to express your creativity with a handmade book. There is no charge for this event, but patrons are encouraged to make a tax deductible donation to Living Legends. The instructor is a local book artist, writer, and educator.
    Jul 20, 2013 Sat 11:00 AM4th Annual Christmas in July
    Over 15 retailers and, community and city organizations will host a variety of festive activities either inside stores on Union Street, ranging from pictures with Santa and more! The entire weekend will be filled with activies, raffle drawings, shopping/dinning deals, and holiday delights for all ages. Located at Union and Prince Street.
    Jul 20, 2013 Sat 2:00 PMCommunity Open House, Black History Museum
    Join the Living Legends past and present, organization founder Nina Tisara, and Living Legends Board Members for light refreshments, a chance to see the exhibition Living Legends of Alexandria: African American Activists, and learn about how to nominate a legend.
    Jul 20, 2013 Sat 8:00 PMComcast Outdoor Film Festival
    Comcast Outdoor Film Festival
    Jul 20, 2013 Sat 8:00 PMCinema Del Ray
    Community Movie Night offered outdoors on the Mt. Vernon Recreation Center Field, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. Attendees can enjoy family movies. Popcorn, candy,beverage sales. Movie begins at dusk.
    Jul 21, 2013 Sun 12:00 PMArlandria Chirilagua Festival
    Community Culture celebration that will include a variety of dance performances and musical groups. The festival will also feature children’s activities, a community service and health fair, and displays showcasing traditional arts and crafts from South America, Bolivia, Peru, and Central America. Various foods and beverages will be available for purchase.
    Jul 24, 2013 Wed 12:00 PMCanal Center Plaza Concert
    Noon concert by Anthony "Swamp Dog" Clark featuring blues, beside the Potomac at the Canal Center Plaza amphitheatre.
    Jul 24, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jul 25, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMCarlyle Music at Twilight Concerts
    Evening Concert by the Alexandria Harmonizers international champion men's barbershop chorus.
    Jul 27, 2013 Sat 11:00 AMFriendship Summertime Story Time
    Learn about firefighting 200 years ago! At Friendship Summertime Story Time, children age 6 and older and their caregivers will enjoy stories about firefighting, take a special tour of the historic firehouse, participate in a bucket brigade, and ring the fire bell. Come see the historic hose reel, buckets, banners and parade hats.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 8:00 AMShort-Term Rental Tax Payment Due
    Deadline to pay short-term rental tax for the quarter ending June 30.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMBen Brenman Park Concert
    Come enjoy the smooth jazz of the Jonathan Parker Quartet.
    Jul 31, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Aug 1, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMDel Ray Performing Arts Center - School of Rock
    Play music from various local kids' bands which attend the School of Rock
    Aug 7, 2013 Wed 8:30 AMSupplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
    Meeting of the Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board. The primary function of the Board is to manage the investments of the pension fund. Joint meeting with Fire and Police pension board.
    Aug 7, 2013 Wed 12:00 PMCanal Center Plaza Concert
    Noon concert by Silver City featuring country & bluegrass, beside the Potomac at the Canal Center Plaza amphitheatre.
    Aug 7, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Aug 7, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Aug 8, 2013 Thu 6:00 PMFoster Parent Information Meeting
    This meeting helps families determine whether becoming a foster family is the right fit for them and the process of becoming a foster parent.
    Aug 8, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMCarlyle Music at Twilight Concerts
    Evening Concert by Jason Paul Curtis & Swing Lab performing American song book, jazz, swing and bossa nova.
    Aug 9, 2013 Fri 7:30 PMAlexandria Harmonizers
    International champion barbershop chorus
    Aug 10, 2013 Sat 11:00 AMFriendship Summertime Story Time
    Learn about firefighting 200 years ago! At Friendship Summertime Story Time, children age 6 and older and their caregivers will enjoy stories about firefighting, take a special tour of the historic firehouse, participate in a bucket brigade, and ring the fire bell. Come see the historic hose reel, buckets, banners and parade hats.
    Aug 10, 2013 Sat 11:30 AMAlexandria Irish Festival
    A day of fun and music, featuring Brook Yoder, Pat Garvey, Rocky Guttmann, Mary Smith, the City of Alexandria Pipes & Drums, and many more musical groups and Irish dancing schools. Great vendors will have a variety of Irish items, arts & crafts, and traditional festival foods.
    Aug 10, 2013 Sat 1:00 PM3rd Annual WOLF Basketball Tournament
    An annual event showcasing a basketball tournament for the community. It's free for anyone ranging from young children to grown adults. Entertainment will include a moon bounce, face painting, and other activities for children. The event will take place at the John Ewald Park.
    Aug 12, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMBusiness Personal Property Tax Bills Mailed
    Business Personal Property Tax bills based on the returns filed by May 1 are mailed in August.
    Aug 12, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMPersonal Property Tax Bills Mailed
    Annual Personal Property Tax bills reflecting the total tax due (minus any applicable Personal Property Tax Relief) are mailed in August with a due date of October 5.
    Aug 15, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Aug 16, 2013 Fri 7:00 PMU. S. Navy Band Commodores (big Band Jazz)
    Jazz is America’s music and the U.S. Navy Band Commodores, the Navy’s premier jazz ensemble, have been performing the very best of big band jazz for the Navy and the nation for over 40 years.
    Aug 17, 2013 Sat 8:00 PMCinema Del Ray
    Community Movie Night offered outdoors on the Mt. Vernon Recreation Center Field, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. Attendees can enjoy family movies. Popcorn, candy,beverage sales. Movie begins at dusk.
    Aug 18, 2013 Sun 3:00 PMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1813. Reservations are recommended.
    Aug 21, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMLocal Human Rights Committee
    Local Human Rights Committee meeting.
    Aug 24, 2013 Sat 6:00 AMThe Run -n- Mate 5k
    One of five 5K runs in the Washington, DC area merged with social events at local hot spots. $39 for a series of three weekend events, including the 5K run.
    Aug 24, 2013 Sat 9:00 AMBack-2-School Explosion
    Providing FREE school supplies, activites, and health wellness information, and more! Taking place in the Ramsay Recreation Center.
    Aug 24, 2013 Sat 10:00 AMVietnamese Heritage Festival or VietFest
    Fully immerse yourslef in the Vietnamese Culture! Entertainment will include educational exhibits, performances, talent shows, a pageant, and much more.
    Aug 24, 2013 Sat 11:00 AMFriendship Summertime Story Time
    Learn about firefighting 200 years ago! At Friendship Summertime Story Time, children age 6 and older and their caregivers will enjoy stories about firefighting, take a special tour of the historic firehouse, participate in a bucket brigade, and ring the fire bell. Come see the historic hose reel, buckets, banners and parade hats.
    Aug 31, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for gas and electric are due on or before the the last day of the month.
    Aug 31, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Aug 31, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMPublic Rights-of-Way Use Fee Deadline
    Public Rights-of-Way Use Fee reports and payments are due by the last day of the month for the quarter ending June 30.
    Aug 31, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Aug 31, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Sep 3, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Sep 4, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Sep 4, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Sep 4, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Sep 5, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMAlexandria Community Service Board Meeting
    Monthly Alexandria Community Services Board Meeting.
    Sep 5, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMDel Ray Performing Arts Center - School of Rock
    Play music from various local kids' bands which attend the School of Rock
    Sep 11, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 12, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Sep 12, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMSupplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
    Meeting of the Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board. The primary function of the Board is to manage the investments of the pension fund. Joint meeting with Fire and Police pension board.
    Sep 12, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Sep 14, 2013 Sat 12:00 PMMusic Festival
    Celebrating the many historic and cultural treasures of the region's past while embracing the new and exciting oppertunities for the future. Located at Four Mile Community Center.
    Sep 15, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Sep 16, 2013 Mon 10:00 AMOld Town Arts & Crafts Fair 2013
    Community event with local arts and crafts vendors, live music, food, and entertainment for kids.
    Sep 17, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMBudget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    Regular Monthly Meeting
    Sep 18, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 20, 2013 Fri 12:00 PMFan Fest
    A celebration of DC's sports teams and fans
    Sep 22, 2013 Sun 12:00 PMCambodian Community Day
    Cambodian Community Day is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advocacy, preservation and promotion of Cambodian culture and heritage. The festival features classical and folk dances, arts and crafts exhibits, live music, social dances and food and beverages.
    Sep 25, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 28, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMRock and Stroll
    Rock and Stroll to End Homelessness benefits five area nonoprofits. The event is a fun-filled day kicking off with a Help the Homeless Run and Mini-Walk, and culimates with family-friendly activities and lunch.
    Sep 29, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMOlde Towne Dogge Walke
    This event is both a fund-raiser for a public charity committed to helping our Nation's veterans through canine therapy and service dogs and a celebration of well-trained dogs and their loving owners and handlers. Please join us in a collective show of support when the walk kicks off. With the help of Alexandria's pet lovers and the local business community, ...
    Sep 30, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for gas and electric are due on or before the the last day of the month.
    Sep 30, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Sep 30, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Sep 30, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Oct 1, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMReal Estate Tax Bills Mailed
    Real estate tax bills for the second half of 2011 are mailed in the first week of October.
    Oct 1, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Oct 2, 2013 Wed 8:30 AMSupplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
    Meeting of the Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board. The primary function of the Board is to manage the investments of the pension fund. Joint meeting with Fire and Police pension board.
    Oct 2, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Oct 2, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Oct 2, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Oct 2, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Oct 3, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMAlexandria Community Service Board Meeting
    Monthly Alexandria Community Services Board Meeting.
    Oct 5, 2013 Sat 10:00 AMCivil War Artillery Day
    Civil War Artillery Day with the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery. Program is weather dependent.
    Oct 7, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMVehicle Personal Property Tax Due Date
    Vehicle Personal Property Taxes must be paid by midnight on October 5.
    Oct 7, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMBusiness Personal Property Taxes Due
    Business Personal Property Tax payments are due October 5 for all businesses operating in the City as of January 1.
    Oct 10, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Oct 10, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Oct 14, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Columbus Day
    City Offices Closed for Columbus Day
    Oct 15, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Oct 15, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMQuarterly Short-Term Rental Tax Returns Due
    Deadline to submit Quarterly Short-Term Rental Tax Returns for quarter ending September 30.
    Oct 16, 2013 Wed 7:30 AMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Oct 20, 2013 Sun 3:00 PMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1813. Reservations are recommended.
    Oct 23, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Oct 31, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for gas and electric are due on or before the the last day of the month.
    Oct 31, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Oct 31, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMShort-Term Rental Tax Payment Due
    Deadline to pay short-term rental tax for the quarter ending September 30.
    Oct 31, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Oct 31, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Nov 5, 2013 Tue 6:00 AMGeneral Election
    Virginia Governor, Virginia Lieutenant Governor, Virginia Attorney General, Virginia House of Delegates, Alexandria Commonwealth's Attorney, and Alexandria Sheriff
    Nov 6, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Nov 6, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Nov 6, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Nov 7, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMAlexandria Community Service Board Meeting
    Monthly Alexandria Community Services Board Meeting.
    Nov 7, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Nov 9, 2013 Sat 10:00 AMSoldier-led Tours of the Fort
    Soldier-led Tours of the Fort in honor of Veteran’s Day. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Program is weather dependent.
    Nov 13, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Nov 14, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Nov 14, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMSupplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
    Meeting of the Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board. The primary function of the Board is to manage the investments of the pension fund. Joint meeting with Fire and Police pension board.
    Nov 14, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Nov 15, 2013 Fri 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Nov 15, 2013 Fri 8:00 AMReal Estate Taxes Due for Second Half 2012
    The second half Real Estate Tax bill is mailed in early October with a due date of November 15.
    Nov 15, 2013 Fri 8:00 AMDeadline to Display City Decal and Parking Permit
    All residents must replace their City windshield decals and, if applicable, residential parking permits.
    Nov 20, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMLocal Human Rights Committee
    Local Human Rights Committee meeting.
    Nov 20, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Nov 30, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for gas and electric are due on or before the the last day of the month.
    Nov 30, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Nov 30, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMPublic Rights-of-Way Use Fee Deadline
    Public Rights-of-Way Use Fee reports and payments are due by the last day of the month for the quarter ending September 30.
    Nov 30, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Nov 30, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Dec 3, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Dec 4, 2013 Wed 8:30 AMSupplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
    Meeting of the Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board. The primary function of the Board is to manage the investments of the pension fund. Joint meeting with Fire and Police pension board.
    Dec 4, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Dec 4, 2013 Wed 4:00 PMCaregiver Support Group
    Caring for an elderly friend or relative? Join us for a monthly support group, which provides caregiving strategies, support and resources.
    Dec 4, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Dec 4, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Dec 5, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMAlexandria Community Service Board Meeting
    Monthly Alexandria Community Services Board Meeting.
    Dec 11, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Dec 12, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Dec 12, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Dec 14, 2013 Sat 12:00 AMCivil War Christmas in Camp
    Civil War Christmas in Camp Open House.
    Dec 15, 2013 Sun 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for water are due on or before the the 15th day of the month.
    Dec 18, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Dec 31, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMUtility Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Monthly Utility Tax reports and payments for gas and electric are due on or before the the last day of the month.
    Dec 31, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMAdmission Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Admission Tax reports and payments based on last month's receipts are due on or before the last day of the month.
    Dec 31, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMMeal Sales Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Meal Sales Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.
    Dec 31, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMTransient Lodging Tax Reports and Payments Due
    Transient Lodging Tax reports and payments based on last month's collections are due by the last day of the month.

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