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    Calendar of Events

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    Date    TimeEvent
    Mar 7, 2014 Fri 3:00 PMCommission on Aging - Exec. Comm.
    Executive committee meeting.
    Mar 8, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 8, 2014 Sat 11:00 AMBudget Work Session - Rev / Fin Planning
    Budget Work Session - Revenue, 5 YR Financial Planning Model, and Compensation Issues.
    Mar 8, 2014 Sat 12:00 PMDraft Fort Ward Management Plan Open House
    Public open house to provide an opportunity to review, comment and discuss the Draft Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Management Plan with the Fort Ward Advisory Group and City staff.
    Mar 8, 2014 Sat 12:00 PMSwordsmen’s Rendezvous
    En guarde!
    Mar 8, 2014 Sat 3:00 PMHer Story: Women in Action
    Celebrate women and learn about issues important to women and girls in your community at this special event!
    Mar 9, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMBfaac Cip Sub-committee Meeting
    BFAAC CIP Sub-Committee Meeting
    Mar 9, 2014 Sun 3:00 PMWinter Warmer Ladies Tea
    Enjoy tea at historic Gadsby's Tavern with "Rebecca Ramsey Reese."
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 10:30 AMTavern Toddlers: Food
    Enjoy a morning out with your toddler at Gadsby's Tavern Museum.
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 4:00 PMCity Council Public Hearing
    City Council Special Public Hearing: Fiscal 2015 Budget
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 5:30 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Finance & Audit Committee meeting
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 6:00 PMFood Truck Policy Advisory Group
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMHuman Rights Commission - Executive Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMHuman Rights Commission - Executive Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMCommission on Information Technology
    Scheduled Meeting
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMAlexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 10, 2014 Mon 8:00 PMHealth Systems Agency of Northern Virginia
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 8:00 AMAlexandria Commission on Employment
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 11:00 AMCommission on Aging - Communications Comm.
    Communications committee meeting
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 4:00 PMMental Health First Aid Training
    The Department of Community and Human Services is continuing Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and certification for laypersons and paraprofessionals in Alexandria. MHFA is an 8-hour training on skills to help persons who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 5:00 PMWaterfront Commission Marina Committee
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 6:00 PMNorthern VA Juvenile Detention Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMCity Council Meeting
    City Council Regular Legislative Meeting
    Mar 11, 2014 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria Commission for Women
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 8:00 AMHistorical Restoration and Preservation Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 4:00 PMLocal Emergency Planning Committee
    Quarterly meeting
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 5:00 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board - Finance Comm.
    Regularly-scheduled meeting
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 6:00 PMRoyal Street Bus Garage Ad hoc Advisory Committee
    The Royal Street Bus Garage Ad hoc Advisory Committee will hold its second meeting. The meeting will continue the discussion about framing redevelopment parameters and design standards and start visioning public benefits. The meeting is open to the public, and the public will have an opportunity to ask questions and provide comment.
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMBudget Work Session - Livable Focus Area Team
    Livable, Green, and Prospering Focus Area
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMCommission Persons with Disabilities
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 7:00 PMChildren, Youth & Family Collaborative Commission
    Budget Work Session
    Mar 12, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMCancelled: Rum Event Lecture: Recipes And Vessels
    The 2014 Rum lecture series has been cancelled.
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 8:00 AMAdvertise Tax Rate
    Advertisement is set for effective tax rates
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 4:00 PMCommission on Aging
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 6:00 PMWaterfront Commission Joint Meeting
    Waterfront Commission and Park & Recreation Commission Joint Meeting on Waterfront Plan Implementation: Olin Design Studio
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 6:00 PMLREFP Ed Specs Subcommittee Meeting
    Ed Specs Subcommittee Meeting of the Long Range Educational Facilities Plan Work Group
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMAlexandria Beautification Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 13, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Mar 14, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 3/11 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    Mar 14, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMFamily Fun Night:Shamrock Swim
    This family-friendly event features a wipeout-style activity using a floating, inflatable obstacle course in the indoor pool.
    Mar 15, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 15, 2014 Sat 9:30 AMCity Council Public Hearing
    City Council Public Hearing
    Mar 15, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMSafeAssured Child Identification
    The Alexandria Police Department, in partnership with the Alexandria Sheriff's Office, is hosting a free SafeAssured Child Identification event for families with children 16 and younger. Parents will receive a ready-to-use ID kit for their child.
    Mar 16, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMWonders of Science
    Learn about 18th-century science!
    Mar 17, 2014 Mon 5:30 PMCommission on Aging - Housing Committee
    Housing Committee meeting
    Mar 17, 2014 Mon 6:30 PMCommission on HIV/AIDS
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 17, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMGeorge Washington Birthday Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 17, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMSocial Services Advisory Board Meeting
    Social Services Advisory Board Meeting
    Mar 17, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMPublic Records Advisory Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 17, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMEnvironmental Policy Commission
    Regular Meeting
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 7:30 AMWaterfront Commission
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 6:00 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 6:30 PMBudget Work Session - Healthy Focus Area Team
    Healthy and Thriving Focus Area
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 6:30 PMLrefp Community Meeting
    Community Meeting hosted by the Ed Specs Subcommittee of the Long Range Educational Facilities Plan Work Group (TC Williams High School Cafeteria)
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 6:30 PMBfaac Revenue Sub-committee Meeting
    BFAAC Revenue Sub-Committee Meeting
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMHuman Rights Commission
    Regular monthly meeting.
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMBudget & Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    BFAAC Regular Monthly Meeting
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMHuman Rights Commission
    Regular monthly meeting.
    Mar 18, 2014 Tue 7:30 PMHistoric Alexandria Resources Comm
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 1:00 AMEconomic Opportunities Commission
    Scheduled executive session and general meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 2:00 PMPotomac Station Condo Unit Owners Assn.
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 4:00 PMAlexandria Law Library Board
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 6:00 PMGang Prevention Community Task Force
    Scheduled meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMNew to Medicare Classes (The ABCD’s of Medicare)
    Are you a new Medicare beneficiary? Are you puzzled about your choices? If you live in the City of Alexandria and are newly eligible for Medicare or the caregiver of a Medicare Beneficiary, come to a free presentation to learn about the ABCD’s of Medicare and related insurance. Space is limited. Call 703.228.1700 for more information and to register.
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 7:00 PMAlexandria Archaeological Commission
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 7:00 PMBudget Work Session - A.c.p.s.
    Alexandria City Public Schools
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMCancelled: Rum Event Lecture: Drinking Songs
    The 2014 Rum lecture series has been cancelled.
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMWomen in Civil War Alexandria
    The significant role played by both Northern and Southern women during Alexandria’s long occupation by Union forces will be explored in this captivating presentation. Presented By Wanda Dowell,Former Director, Fort Ward Museum Admission is free, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be a short period for questions and ...
    Mar 19, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Mar 20, 2014 Thu 10:00 AMFair Housing Training
    Fair Housing Training for Virginia Certification
    Mar 20, 2014 Thu 5:30 PMPublic Health Advisory Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 20, 2014 Thu 6:30 PMLower King Street Multimodal Feasibility Study
    The study will identify impacts of various roadway concepts to the 100 block (between Union and Lee Streets), including a larger pedestrian zone, and limiting vehicle access along the 100 block of King Street. A public open house is being held to provide information on the project and receive input on concepts, issues and needs.
    Mar 20, 2014 Thu 7:00 PMPark and Recreation Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 20, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBraddock Day Ball Dance Class
    In preparation for the Braddock Day Ball, learn 18th-century English country dancing
    Mar 21, 2014 Fri 4:00 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Annual Retreat
    Mar 22, 2014 Sat 8:30 AMBus Tour: Civil War Defenses of Washington
    Friends of Fort Ward Bus Tour on the Civil War Defenses of Washington. Led by B. Franklin Cooling, a specialist on the history of this extensive Union defense system.
    Mar 22, 2014 Sat 8:30 AMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Bd. of Dir. - Retreat
    Retreat
    Mar 22, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 22, 2014 Sat 9:30 AMREBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing
    Replay of the 3/15 City Council Public Hearing on AlexTV
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 7:00 AMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meeting
    The Braddock Implementation Advisory Group (BIAG) and City staff continue to implement the recommendations of the 2008 Braddock Metro Neighborhood Plan. Currently, the BIAG is focused on planning for new open space at 600 N. Henry Street, a 1-acre community park on the Wythe Street Post Office block, and neighborhood retail.
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 5:00 PMCity Council - School Board Subcommittee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 6:00 PMAlexandria Housing Development Corp. (AHDC)
    Regular meeting
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMAlexandria Citizen Corps Council
    Regular monthly meeting.
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMARHA Board of Commissioners
    Scheduled Board Meeting
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meetings
    Braddock Implementation Advisory Group Meetings
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Sister Cities Committee
    Regularly monthly meeting
    Mar 24, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Traffic and Parking Board
    Regular monthly meeting
    Mar 25, 2014 Tue 6:00 PMCity Council Work Session on DASH Issues
    Annual Meeting of the Alexandria Transit Company Stockholders and Work Session on DASH Issues
    Mar 25, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMBudget & Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    BFAAC Budget Report Work Meeting
    Mar 25, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMCity Council Meeting
    City Council Regular Legislative Meeting
    Mar 25, 2014 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria/Gyumri Sister City Committee
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Mar 26, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 26, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMBudget Work Session - Safe Focus Area Team
    Safe, Secure, and Just Focus Area
    Mar 26, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMLecture: Defending the Old Dominion - War of 1812
    Lecture: Defending the Old Dominion: Virginia and its Militia in the War of 1812. Stuart Butler, retired assistant branch chief of the Military Archives Division, National Archives and Records Administration.
    Mar 26, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Mar 27, 2014 Thu 7:00 PMChildren, Youth & Family Cc - Exec. Comm
    Executive Committee meeting
    Mar 27, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBraddock Day Ball Dance Class
    In preparation for the Braddock Day Ball, learn 18th-century English country dancing
    Mar 28, 2014 Fri 2:00 PMNew to Medicare Classes (The ABCD’s of Medicare)
    Are you a new Medicare beneficiary? Are you puzzled about your choices? If you live in the City of Alexandria and are newly eligible for Medicare or the caregiver of a Medicare Beneficiary, come to a free presentation to learn about the ABCD’s of Medicare and related insurance. Space is limited. Call 703.228.1700 for more information and to register.
    Mar 28, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 3/25 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    Mar 28, 2014 Fri 7:00 PMMix & Mingle: Pop Those Tags
    Your presence is requested for an evening of intrigue and mystery. Find a marvelous mask and where it well so your true identity no one will tell. Adults ages 21 and over can socialize over light refreshments, DJ music, and a salsa lesson. Pop Those Tags at a vintage and bling fashion competition on March 28 at 7 p.m.
    Mar 29, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Mar 29, 2014 Sat 11:00 AMFriendship Women’s History Month Story
    Presented by the Friendship Firehouse Museum and community partner Hooray for Books! Genois Wilson, Firefighter, She Dared to be First will be our featured book.
    Mar 29, 2014 Sat 12:00 PMResource Parent Information Meetings
    To learn how to become a foster parent, come to one of our meetings.
    Mar 29, 2014 Sat 7:00 PM10th Annual Rum Punch Challenge
    Just as guests to the tavern did over 200 years ago, enjoy different rum punch creations from local distilleries, restaurants and caterers and vote for your favorite! The winner will be announced at the end of the evening. Also enjoy food - both period and modern - as well as a silent auction full of great items. Times are from 7:00 – 9:30 and cost ...
    Mar 31, 2014 Mon 6:00 PMSalute to Women Awards
    The Alexandria Commission for Women will be holding its 34th Annual Salute to Women Awards.
    Mar 31, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMSpeakers Event - “Why Right-Sized Parking Matters"
    “Why Right-Sized Parking Matters: National and Regional Best Practices, Local Level Implementation, Impacts & Community Benefits” Topic Summary: The micro and macroeconomic impacts of parking and community benefits for getting it right
    Apr 1, 2014 Tue 1:00 PMHomeschool Day: Thomas Jefferson’s travel tips
    Learn about travel tips from Thomas Jefferson!
    Apr 1, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Apr 1, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMBudget & Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    BFAAC Budget Report Work Meeting
    Apr 2, 2014 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.
    Apr 2, 2014 Wed 9:30 AMAlexandria Electoral Board
    Scheduled Board meeting
    Apr 2, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMBudget Work Session - Accountable Focus Area Team
    Accountable, Effective, and Well-Managed Government Focus Area
    Apr 2, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Apr 2, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Apr 3, 2014 Thu 9:30 AMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board - Marketing Comm.
    Regularly-scheduled meeting
    Apr 3, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBraddock Day Ball Dance Class
    In preparation for the Braddock Day Ball, learn 18th-century English country dancing
    Apr 5, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMCleanup At Four Mile Run Park (mt. Vernon Ave.)
    Volunteers needed to help cleanup trash along Four Mile Run at Mt. Vernon Avenue.
    Apr 5, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMCleanup at Four Mile Run Park (Commonwealth Ave)
    Volunteers needed to help cleanup trash along Four Mile Run.
    Apr 5, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Apr 5, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMSafeAssured Child Identification
    The Alexandria Police Department, in partnership with the Alexandria Sheriff's Office, is hosting a free SafeAssured Child Identification event for families with children 16 and younger. Parents will receive a ready-to-use ID kit for their child.
    Apr 5, 2014 Sat 11:00 AMAnnual Citywide Cheerleading Competition
    Cheerleading Competition
    Apr 5, 2014 Sat 8:00 PMBraddock Day Ball
    It is the spring of 1755. Dance with General Braddock!
    Apr 6, 2014 Sun 2:00 PMMad Science!
    Explore where real science and mad science collide!
    Apr 7, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMBeauregard Design Advisory Committee Meeting
    Regular Meeting
    Apr 8, 2014 Tue 1:00 PMMental Health First Aid Training
    The Department of Community and Human Services is continuing Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and certification for laypersons and paraprofessionals in Alexandria. MHFA is an 8-hour training on skills to help persons who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
    Apr 8, 2014 Tue 2:00 PMNew to Medicare Classes (The ABCD’s of Medicare)
    Are you a new Medicare beneficiary? Are you puzzled about your choices? If you live in the City of Alexandria and are newly eligible for Medicare or the caregiver of a Medicare Beneficiary, come to a free presentation to learn about the ABCD’s of Medicare and related insurance. Space is limited. Call 703.228.1700 for more information and to register.
    Apr 8, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMBudget & Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    BFAAC Budget Report Work Meeting
    Apr 8, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMCity Council Meeting
    City Council Regular Legislative Meeting
    Apr 9, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Apr 10, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Apr 10, 2014 Thu 6:30 PMBudget Work Session - C I P
    CIP
    Apr 10, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Apr 11, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 4/8 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    Apr 11, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMFamily Fun Night
    This family-friendly event features a wipeout-style activity using a floating, inflatable obstacle course in the indoor pool.
    Apr 12, 2014 Sat 8:00 AMJesuit Rugby Classic
    Rugby tournament
    Apr 12, 2014 Sat 8:00 AMPublic Hearing
    City Council Public Hearing on Tax Rate
    Apr 12, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMFree Tax Preparation Assistance
    Free income tax preparation assistance to qualified residents.
    Apr 12, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMBudget & Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    BFAAC Budget Report Work Meeting
    Apr 12, 2014 Sat 1:00 PMFirefighting History Walking Tours
    Explore Alexandria’s firefighting history on the “Blazing a Trail: Alexandria’s Firefighting History” tour.
    Apr 13, 2014 Sun 8:00 AM3oth Annual GW Classic Race
    The GW Parkway Classic 10 Miler and 5K is a point to point race. The 10 Miler starts at Mt. Vernon Estates and finishes in Old Town, Alexandria at Oronoco Bay Park, the 5K starts at Belle Haven Marina and finishes in Old Town, Alexandria at Oronoco Bay Park. Both races start at 8:00AM.
    Apr 14, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMAlexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Apr 15, 2014 Tue 6:00 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Regular monthly meeting
    Apr 15, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMBudget & Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    BFAAC Regular Monthly Meeting
    Apr 16, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Apr 16, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Apr 16, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMAn Examination of the Causes of the Civil War
    An evaluation of the important issues that increasingly divided Northern and Southern states, ultimately leading to secession and Civil War. Presented By Charles Poland, Ph.D., NOVA Community College. Admission is free, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be a short period for questions and light refreshments afterward. ...
    Apr 16, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Apr 19, 2014 Sat 9:30 AMREBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing
    Replay of the 4/12 City Council Public Hearing on AlexTV
    Apr 19, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMSafeAssured Child Identification
    The Alexandria Police Department, in partnership with the Alexandria Sheriff's Office, is hosting a free SafeAssured Child Identification event for families with children 16 and younger. Parents will receive a ready-to-use ID kit for their child.
    Apr 21, 2014 Mon 6:30 PMBudget Work Session - Preliminary Add/Delete
    City Council Work Session: Preliminary add/delete
    Apr 22, 2014 Tue 5:30 PMDiscussion of Feasibility & Food Trucks
    Worksession on Discussion of Feasibility & Food Trucks
    Apr 22, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMCity Council Meeting
    City Council Regular Legislative Meeting
    Apr 22, 2014 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria/Gyumri Sister City Committee
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Apr 23, 2014 Wed 7:30 AMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Apr 23, 2014 Wed 6:00 PMResource Parent Information Meetings
    To learn how to become a foster parent, come to one of our meetings.
    Apr 23, 2014 Wed 6:30 PMNew to Medicare Classes (The ABCD’s of Medicare)
    Are you a new Medicare beneficiary? Are you puzzled about your choices? If you live in the City of Alexandria and are newly eligible for Medicare or the caregiver of a Medicare Beneficiary, come to a free presentation to learn about the ABCD’s of Medicare and related insurance. Space is limited. Call 703.228.1700 for more information and to register.
    Apr 24, 2014 Thu 6:00 PMBudget Work Session - B F A A C / Tax Reform
    BFAAC and Business Tax Reform Task Force
    Apr 25, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 4/22 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    Apr 26, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMAlexandria Earth Day
    Earth Day Activities including educational exhibits, demonstrations, hands-on activities for children, a spring tree sale, student upcycling showcase, awards ceremony, food sales and more.
    Apr 26, 2014 Sat 1:00 PMFirefighting History Walking Tours
    Explore Alexandria’s firefighting history on the “Blazing a Trail: Alexandria’s Firefighting History” tour.
    Apr 27, 2014 Sun 3:00 AMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814.
    Apr 28, 2014 Mon 5:00 PMCity Council - School Board Subcommittee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Apr 28, 2014 Mon 6:00 PMBudget Work Session - Final Add/Delete
    City Council Work Session: Final add/delete
    Apr 28, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Sister Cities Committee
    Regularly monthly meeting
    Apr 30, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMLecture: Through The Perilous Fight. (war Of 1812)
    Lecture: Through the Perilous Fight. Steve Vogel discusses his newest book, "Through the Perilous Fight," focusing on the capture and occupation of Alexandria during the War of 1812.
    May 1, 2014 Thu 9:30 AMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board - Marketing Comm.
    Regularly-scheduled meeting
    May 3, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMAttics & Alleys Tours
    Three-hour walking tour featuring rarely seen spaces of Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House.
    May 3, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMSafeAssured Child Identification
    The Alexandria Police Department, in partnership with the Alexandria Sheriff's Office, is hosting a free SafeAssured Child Identification event for families with children 16 and younger. Parents will receive a ready-to-use ID kit for their child.
    May 5, 2014 Mon 11:00 AMFallen Officer Wreath Laying Ceremony
    During National Correctional Officers and Employees Week and in honor of National Police Week, the Alexandria Retired Police, Fire and Sheriff Association, the Alexandria Police Department and the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office will hold a wreath-laying ceremony at the fallen law enforcement officer memorial at Waterfront Park.
    May 5, 2014 Mon 4:00 PMMental Health First Aid Training
    The Department of Community and Human Services is continuing Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and certification for laypersons and paraprofessionals in Alexandria. MHFA is an 8-hour training on skills to help persons who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
    May 6, 2014 Tue 7:30 AMLecture: The Internal Enemy, Slavery and War
    Lecture: The Internal Enemy, Slavery and War in Virginia from 1772 to 1832. Alan Taylor, University of California.
    May 6, 2014 Tue 8:00 AMOMB Circulates Council Budget Motions
    OMB Circulates Council Budget Motions
    May 6, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    May 7, 2014 Wed 5:00 PMArt Uniting People Exhibition
    Celebrating Recovery, Creativity and Mental Health. “Art Uniting People” seeks to engage the City of Alexandria community in an ongoing conversation about each person's uniqueness and the commonality we all share as part of an effort to raise awareness about the stigma faced by those with mental illness, substance use disorders and intellectual and ...
    May 7, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    May 8, 2014 Thu 11:00 AMAlexandria Police and Sheriff Memorial Service
    Join current and retired members of the Alexandria Police Department and Alexandria Sheriff’s Office as they honor the memory of their fallen brothers at this annual serivce.
    May 8, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    May 9, 2014 Fri 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.
    May 9, 2014 Fri 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    May 9, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMFamily Fun Night
    This family-friendly event features a wipeout-style activity using a floating, inflatable obstacle course in the indoor pool.
    May 10, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMAttics & Alleys Tours
    Three-hour walking tour featuring rarely seen spaces of Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House.
    May 11, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMMother’s Day Open House
    The Friendship Firehouse Museum is free for mothers and their families on Mother’s Day. Mothers can take home a complimentary photograph.
    May 11, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMFree Mother's Day Tours -- Apothecary Museum
    The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is pleased to offer free tours on Mother’s Day for all visiting mothers! Tour times are from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. and cost $5 for all other adults and $3 for children (ages 5 -12).
    May 11, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMFree Mother’s Day Tours
    Celebrate Mom with Free Tours!
    May 12, 2014 Mon 1:00 PMMental Health First Aid Training
    The Department of Community and Human Services is continuing Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and certification for laypersons and paraprofessionals in Alexandria. MHFA is an 8-hour training on skills to help persons who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
    May 12, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMAlexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    May 13, 2014 Tue 1:00 PMHomeschool Day: Architecture Walking Tour
    Learn about the architecture of Old Town!
    May 13, 2014 Tue 5:30 PMWork Session w/ Torpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Work Session w/ Torpedo Factory Art Center Board
    May 15, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMA Look at Alexandria's General Samuel Cooper
    A Look at Alexandria's General Samuel Cooper, the highest ranking officer of the Confederacy Using family materials, his great-great granddaughter will discuss his character, personal life and service in the United States and Confederate armies. Born a Yankee, he died a dedicated Alexandrian. Presented By Marion Robinette, Descendant of General ...
    May 16, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 5/13 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    May 17, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMAttics & Alleys Tours
    Three-hour walking tour featuring rarely seen spaces of Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House.
    May 17, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMAlexandria Boating Festival
    Festival promotes Safe Boating Week, highlight local Maritime Foundations & Associations and celebrate the rich boating history of Alexandria.
    May 17, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMSoldier led tours of the Fort (morning)
    Soldier-led tours of the Fort in honor of Armed Forces Day. Tours of the historic fort led by an interpreter in Union uniform highlight the history of Fort Ward and army life in the Defenses of Washington. Tours begin at the Museum at 10 am and 2 pm, and last about 90 minutes each. Free. Program is weather dependent.
    May 17, 2014 Sat 1:00 PMFirefighting in Civil War Alexandria
    The “We’ve Been Burned: Alexandria Firefighters During the Civil War” walking tour will explore firefighting during the Union occupation.
    May 17, 2014 Sat 2:00 PMSoldier led tours of the Fort (afternoon)
    Soldier-led tours of the Fort in honor of Armed Forces Day. Tours of the historic fort led by an interpreter in Union uniform highlight the history of Fort Ward and army life in the Defenses of Washington. Tours begin at the Museum at 10 am and 2 pm, and last about 90 minutes each. Free. Program is weather dependent.
    May 18, 2014 Sun 9:00 AMAlexandria Boating Festival
    Festival promotes Safe Boating Week, highlight local Maritime Foundations & Associations and celebrate the rich boating history of Alexandria.
    May 18, 2014 Sun 3:00 PMTea with Martha Washington
    Special Girl Scout & Family Tea with our First First Lady.
    May 19, 2014 Mon 5:00 PMCity Council - School Board Subcommittee
    Regular monthly meeting
    May 19, 2014 Mon 5:00 PMVoter Registration Deadline
    Voter Registration Deadline for the June 10 Democratic Primary Election.
    May 20, 2014 Tue 6:00 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Regular monthly meeting
    May 21, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    May 21, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    May 24, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMAttics & Alleys Tours
    Three-hour walking tour featuring rarely seen spaces of Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House.
    May 24, 2014 Sat 9:30 AMREBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing
    Replay of the 5/17 City Council Public Hearing on AlexTV
    May 26, 2014 Mon 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Memorial Day
    City Offices Closed for Memorial Day
    May 26, 2014 Mon 1:00 PMCity of Alexandria Memorial Day Jazz Festival
    37th Annual Memorial Day Jazz Festival commemorating Memorial Day. Performances by a variety of Jazz Artists, food and beverage sales.
    May 26, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Sister Cities Committee
    Regularly monthly meeting
    May 27, 2014 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria/Gyumri Sister City Committee
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    May 28, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    May 28, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMLecture: The Battle of the White House
    Lecture: The Battle of the White House (War of 1812. Patrick O’Neill, Research Historian.
    May 30, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 5/27 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    May 31, 2014 Sat 9:00 AMAttics & Alleys Tours
    Three-hour walking tour featuring rarely seen spaces of Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House.
    May 31, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMSafeAssured Child Identification
    The Alexandria Police Department, in partnership with the Alexandria Sheriff's Office, is hosting a free SafeAssured Child Identification event for families with children 16 and younger. Parents will receive a ready-to-use ID kit for their child.
    May 31, 2014 Sat 1:00 PMFirefighting in Civil War Alexandria
    The “We’ve Been Burned: Alexandria Firefighters During the Civil War” walking tour will explore firefighting during the Union occupation.
    Jun 2, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meeting
    The Braddock Implementation Advisory Group (BIAG) and City staff continue to implement the recommendations of the 2008 Braddock Metro Neighborhood Plan. Currently, the BIAG is focused on planning for new open space at 600 N. Henry Street, a 1-acre community park on the Wythe Street Post Office block, and neighborhood retail.
    Jun 2, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meetings
    Braddock Implementation Advisory Group Meetings
    Jun 3, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Jun 4, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jun 5, 2014 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.
    Jun 5, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board will have a retreat to receive education on investment topics. The Board may also have a regular business meeting.
    Jun 5, 2014 Thu 9:30 AMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board - Marketing Comm.
    Regularly-scheduled meeting
    Jun 9, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMAlexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 10, 2014 Tue 6:00 AMDemocratic Primary Election
    Democratic Primary for US House of Representatives
    Jun 10, 2014 Tue 4:00 PMMental Health First Aid Training
    The Department of Community and Human Services is continuing Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and certification for laypersons and paraprofessionals in Alexandria. MHFA is an 8-hour training on skills to help persons who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.
    Jun 12, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Jun 13, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 6/10 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    Jun 15, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMFree Father’s Day Tours
    Celebrate Dad with Free Tours!
    Jun 15, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMFree Father's Day Tours -- Apothecary Museum
    The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is pleased to offer free tours on Father’s Day for all visiting fathers! Tour times are from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. and cost $5 for all other adults and $3 for children (ages 5 -12).
    Jun 15, 2014 Sun 1:00 PMFather’s Day Open House
    The Friendship Firehouse Museum is free for fathers and their families on Father’s Day. The firehouse photographer will be on hand, so dads can take home a complimentary photograph.
    Jun 17, 2014 Tue 6:00 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 18, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Jun 18, 2014 Wed 5:30 PMTorpedo Factory Art Center Board
    Regular scheduled meeting
    Jun 18, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jun 19, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMConfederates in Alexandria's Ivy Hill Cemetery
    Significant Confederates Buried in Alexandria's Ivy Hill Cemetery Who was  Turner Ashby, and how did the amazing spy Frank Stringfellow end up in Alexandria? Why was Col. Richard Bland Lee II famous before the Civil War? This lecture will explore the stories of these and other Confederates buried at Ivy Hill Cemetery. Presented By Don Hakenson, ...
    Jun 21, 2014 Sat 9:30 AMREBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing
    Replay of the 6/14 City Council Public Hearing on AlexTV
    Jun 22, 2014 Sun 3:00 PMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814.
    Jun 23, 2014 Mon 5:00 PMCity Council - School Board Subcommittee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 23, 2014 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Sister Cities Committee
    Regularly monthly meeting
    Jun 24, 2014 Tue 1:00 PMHomeschool Day: Debating the Constitution
    Learn about the architecture of Old Town!
    Jun 24, 2014 Tue 5:30 PMCommission on Persons with Disabilities Awards
    The Commission on Persons with Disabilities will present its John Duty Collins III Outstanding Advocate for Persons with Disabilities Award and Gerry Bertier Scholarship at a reception co-hosted with the Mayor and City Council in the Vola Lawson Lobby at City Hall. The Collins Award recognizes an advocate for persons with disabilities and includes a ...
    Jun 24, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMCity Council Meeting
    City Council Regular Legislative Meeting
    Jun 24, 2014 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria/Gyumri Sister City Committee
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Jun 25, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jun 27, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting
    Replay of the 6/24 City Council Meeting on AlexTV
    Jun 28, 2014 Sat 1:30 PMAlexandria Archaeology's Family Dig Days
    Help City archaeologists screen excavated soil from a real dig on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial! Reservations required. Please note: Event takes place at the archaeological site.
    Jun 30, 2014 Mon 9:00 AMCivil War Kids Mini Camp
    Civil War Kids Mini-Camp, June 30, July 1 and July 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This fun and educational history mini-camp is for children ages 8-12. The program features drilling, games, arts & crafts activities, learning about Civil War army life, and special guest reenactors. Advanced registration required. Cost is $150 per camper; space is limited to ...
    Jul 1, 2014 Tue 9:00 AMCivil War Kids Mini Camp
    Civil War Kids Mini-Camp, June 30, July 1 and July 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This fun and educational history mini-camp is for children ages 8-12. The program features drilling, games, arts & crafts activities, learning about Civil War army life, and special guest reenactors. Advanced registration required. Cost is $150 per camper; space is limited to ...
    Jul 1, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Jul 2, 2014 Wed 9:00 AMCivil War Kids Mini Camp
    Civil War Kids Mini-Camp, June 30, July 1 and July 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This fun and educational history mini-camp is for children ages 8-12. The program features drilling, games, arts & crafts activities, learning about Civil War army life, and special guest reenactors. Advanced registration required. Cost is $150 per camper; space is limited to ...
    Jul 2, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jul 4, 2014 Fri 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Independence Day
    City Offices Closed for Independence Day
    Jul 9, 2014 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.
    Jul 10, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Jul 10, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Jul 12, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMCivil War Reenactment Weekend
    Civil War Reenactment Weekend at Fort Ward, recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Stevens, the only battle fought in the Defenses of Washington. Union and Confederate camps and Living History activities. Saturday's schedule features a skirmish interpreting the historic battle, at 2 p.m. Sunday's schedule includes a concert by the Federal ...
    Jul 12, 2014 Sat 7:30 PMUSA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration
    Celebration of the United States and the City of Alexandria's birthdays. Activities, birthday cake distribution, awards presentation, musical performance and fireworks display.
    Jul 13, 2014 Sun 10:00 AMCivil War Reenactment Weekend
    Civil War Reenactment Weekend at Fort Ward, recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Stevens, the only battle fought in the Defenses of Washington. Union and Confederate camps and Living History activities. Saturday's schedule features a skirmish interpreting the historic battle, at 2 p.m. Sunday's schedule includes a concert by the Federal ...
    Jul 16, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jul 21, 2014 Mon 9:00 AMAlexandria Archaeology Summer Camp
    Summer Camp for ages 12-15. Help Alexandria’s City archaeologists excavate a real archaeological site! Learn professional excavating, recording, and artifact processing methods. Uncover Alexandria’s buried past while protecting the City’s valuable historic resources. Camp takes place July 21-25 from 9 am to 3:30 pm, at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum ...
    Jul 22, 2014 Tue 9:00 AMAlexandria Archaeology Summer Camp
    Summer Camp for ages 12-15. Help Alexandria’s City archaeologists excavate a real archaeological site! Learn professional excavating, recording, and artifact processing methods. Uncover Alexandria’s buried past while protecting the City’s valuable historic resources. Camp takes place July 21-25 from 9 am to 3:30 pm, at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum ...
    Jul 23, 2014 Wed 9:00 AMAlexandria Archaeology Summer Camp
    Summer Camp for ages 12-15. Help Alexandria’s City archaeologists excavate a real archaeological site! Learn professional excavating, recording, and artifact processing methods. Uncover Alexandria’s buried past while protecting the City’s valuable historic resources. Camp takes place July 21-25 from 9 am to 3:30 pm, at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum ...
    Jul 23, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jul 24, 2014 Thu 9:00 AMAlexandria Archaeology Summer Camp
    Summer Camp for ages 12-15. Help Alexandria’s City archaeologists excavate a real archaeological site! Learn professional excavating, recording, and artifact processing methods. Uncover Alexandria’s buried past while protecting the City’s valuable historic resources. Camp takes place July 21-25 from 9 am to 3:30 pm, at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum ...
    Jul 25, 2014 Fri 9:00 AMAlexandria Archaeology Summer Camp
    Summer Camp for ages 12-15. Help Alexandria’s City archaeologists excavate a real archaeological site! Learn professional excavating, recording, and artifact processing methods. Uncover Alexandria’s buried past while protecting the City’s valuable historic resources. Camp takes place July 21-25 from 9 am to 3:30 pm, at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum ...
    Jul 29, 2014 Tue 9:00 AMClio's Kids: A History Mini-camp
    History Mini-Camp for Children ages 5-7. Come join in on the fun! Clio's Kids introduces children to American history and life in historic Alexandria through artifacts, storytelling, singing and crafts, "old-fashioned" games, and visits to nearby historic places. Our theme for 2014 is “Alexandria: Then and Now.” We'll learn about life in Alexandria ...
    Jul 30, 2014 Wed 9:00 AMClio's Kids: A History Mini-camp
    History Mini-Camp for Children ages 5-7. Come join in on the fun! Clio's Kids introduces children to American history and life in historic Alexandria through artifacts, storytelling, singing and crafts, "old-fashioned" games, and visits to nearby historic places. Our theme for 2014 is “Alexandria: Then and Now.” We'll learn about life in Alexandria ...
    Jul 31, 2014 Thu 9:00 AMClio's Kids: A History Mini-camp
    History Mini-Camp for Children ages 5-7. Come join in on the fun! Clio's Kids introduces children to American history and life in historic Alexandria through artifacts, storytelling, singing and crafts, "old-fashioned" games, and visits to nearby historic places. Our theme for 2014 is “Alexandria: Then and Now.” We'll learn about life in Alexandria ...
    Aug 2, 2014 Sat 1:30 PMAlexandria Archaeology's Family Dig Days
    Help City archaeologists screen excavated soil from a real dig on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial! Reservations required. Please note: Event takes place at the archaeological site.
    Aug 6, 2014 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 14, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Aug 31, 2014 Sun 12:00 PMWar of 1812 Commemorative Event
    Commemorate the War of 1812 and its impact on Alexandria
    Sep 1, 2014 Mon 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Labor Day
    City Offices Closed for Labor Day
    Sep 3, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 4, 2014 Thu 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Sep 10, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 11, 2014 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 11, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Sep 11, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Sep 13, 2014 Sat 1:30 PMAlexandria Archaeology's Family Dig Days
    Help City archaeologists screen excavated soil from a real dig on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial! Reservations required. Please note: Event takes place at the archaeological site.
    Sep 14, 2014 Sun 3:00 PMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814.
    Sep 17, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 22, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meeting
    The Braddock Implementation Advisory Group (BIAG) and City staff continue to implement the recommendations of the 2008 Braddock Metro Neighborhood Plan. Currently, the BIAG is focused on planning for new open space at 600 N. Henry Street, a 1-acre community park on the Wythe Street Post Office block, and neighborhood retail.
    Oct 1, 2014 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 1, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Oct 7, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Oct 9, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Oct 9, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Oct 11, 2014 Sat 1:30 PMAlexandria Archaeology's Family Dig Days
    Help City archaeologists screen excavated soil from a real dig on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial! Reservations required. Please note: Event takes place at the archaeological site.
    Oct 13, 2014 Mon 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Columbus Day
    City Offices Closed for Columbus Day
    Oct 14, 2014 Tue 5:00 PMVoter Registration Deadline
    Voter Registration Deadline for the November 4, 2014 Election.
    Oct 15, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Oct 18, 2014 Sat 10:00 AMAlexandria Family Fall Festival
    Family event with activities and entertainment, such as scarecrow making, puppet shows, musical performances, pony rides, facepainting, exhbitors and food sales. Some activities require tickets.
    Oct 22, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Oct 25, 2014 Sat 1:30 PMAlexandria Archaeology's Family Dig Days
    Help City archaeologists screen excavated soil from a real dig on the grounds of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial! Reservations required. Please note: Event takes place at the archaeological site.
    Nov 4, 2014 Tue 6:00 AMGeneral Election
    US Senate and House of Representatives
    Nov 5, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Nov 6, 2014 Thu 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Nov 12, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Nov 13, 2014 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 13, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Nov 13, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Nov 16, 2014 Sun 3:00 PMPresidential Salon with James Madison
    Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1814.
    Nov 17, 2014 Mon 7:00 PMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meeting
    The Braddock Implementation Advisory Group (BIAG) and City staff continue to implement the recommendations of the 2008 Braddock Metro Neighborhood Plan. Currently, the BIAG is focused on planning for new open space at 600 N. Henry Street, a 1-acre community park on the Wythe Street Post Office block, and neighborhood retail.
    Nov 19, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Nov 27, 2014 Thu 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
    City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
    Nov 28, 2014 Fri 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Thanksgiving
    City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
    Nov 28, 2014 Fri 6:00 PMAlexandria Tree Lighting Ceremony
    Annual event at which the City tree is lit, performances and a visit by Santa to open the Holiday season.
    Dec 2, 2014 Tue 7:00 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Dec 3, 2014 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 3, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Dec 10, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Dec 11, 2014 Thu 8:30 AMFire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
    Meeting of the Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan Board.
    Dec 11, 2014 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Dec 17, 2014 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Dec 24, 2014 Wed 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Christmas Holiday
    City Offices Closed for Christmas Holiday
    Dec 25, 2014 Thu 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Christmas Holiday
    City Offices Closed for Christmas Holiday

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