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    Date    TimeEvent
    May 23, 2013 Thu 12:00 PMCommission for the Arts - Arts Forum Comm.
    Scheduled meeting of the Alexandria Arts Forum
    May 23, 2013 Thu 4:00 PMACAP Quarterly Meeting
    ACAP Quarterly Meeting
    May 23, 2013 Thu 7:00 PMPark and Recreation Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    May 23, 2013 Thu 7:30 PM18th Century Dance Class
    In preparation for Mrs. Madison’s Ball on June 8, learn 18th-century English county dancing from expert dance instructors.
    May 24, 2013 Fri 10:30 AMInclusive Community Playgroup (PIE Program)
    Certified Early Intervention Professionals lead the playgroup for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
    May 24, 2013 Fri 12:15 PMSchool Lunch Bunch Concert
    Concert by Immanuel Lutheran School Chorus
    May 25, 2013 Sat 9:00 AMAttics and Alleys Walking Tour
    Find out what mysteries lie behind the closed doors of four of Alexandria’s historic sites! Attics and Alleys is a new three-hour walking tour featuring the rarely seen spaces of four sites—the Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House—revealing the remnants of stories otherwise hidden. ...
    May 25, 2013 Sat 9:30 AMREBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing On 5/18
    REBROADCAST :: City Council Public Hearing On 5/18
    May 25, 2013 Sat 1:00 PMFirefighting in Civil War Alexandria Walking Tour
    When Virginia joined the Confederacy, Union troops occupied Alexandria and it became a center for transportation, supplies and medicine. Most municipal functions were assumed by the U.S. Army under the authority of the military governor. The “We’ve Been Burned: Alexandria Firefighters During the Civil War” tour will explore firefighting during the ...
    May 27, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Memorial Day
    City Offices Closed for Memorial Day
    May 27, 2013 Mon 1:00 PM36th Annual Jazz Festival
    Enjoy the sounds of Jazz at beautiful Waterfront Park. The United States Navy Band Commodores will open the concert performing the very best of big band sound, followed by a variety of jazz performers: Al Williams, contemporary; Daniel Ori, modern with World influences; Emy Tseng, Contemporary & Brazilian and concluding with the Bob Gibson Big Band. ...
    May 27, 2013 Mon 5:00 PMBellefonte Memorial Day Cook Out
    Join the Bellefonte Wizards for a cook out.
    May 28, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMAlexandria City Council Legislative Meeting
    Alexandria City Council Legislative Meeting
    May 28, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMARHA Board of Commissioners
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    May 28, 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.
    May 29, 2013 Wed 10:15 AMParent and Child Playgroup
    An interactive group experience for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
    May 29, 2013 Wed 11:15 AMParent and Child Playgroup
    An interactive group experience for children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
    May 29, 2013 Wed 6:30 PMBrenman/Boothe Parks Improvement Draft Plan Review
    Large Park Improvement Plans Review
    May 30, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMBraddock Implementation Advisory Group Meeting
    Business Meeting of the Braddock Implementation Advisory Group
    May 30, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMChildren, Youth & Family Cc - Exec. Comm
    Executive Committee meeting
    May 30, 2013 Thu 7:00 PMBraddock Community Park Planning Meeting
    Community Meeting to discuss the proposed 1-acre Braddock Community Park
    May 30, 2013 Thu 7:30 PM18th Century Dance Class
    In preparation for Mrs. Madison’s Ball on June 8, learn 18th-century English county dancing from expert dance instructors.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 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.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 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.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 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 March 31.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 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.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 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.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 10:30 AMInclusive Community Playgroup (PIE Program)
    Certified Early Intervention Professionals lead the playgroup for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 2:30 PMThe Bellefonte Wizards Award Ceremony
    Cheer on our speical olympics basketball team who came in third place at the state championship games.
    May 31, 2013 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting On 5/28/13
    REBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting On 5/28/13
    Jun 1, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMBank Franchise License Taxes Due
    Bank Franchise License taxes must be paid by June 1.
    Jun 1, 2013 Sat 9:00 AMNew Docent Training, Apothecary Museum
    Want to be more involved in your community? Love history? Volunteer at the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum or Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. Both need volunteer docents to give tours to the public. Once training is complete, commitment involves a minimum of 3 hours per month. To make a reservation in the training class, submit an application through ...
    Jun 1, 2013 Sat 1:00 PMNew Docent Training, Gadsby's Tavern Museum
    Want to be more involved in your community? Love history? Volunteer at the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum or Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. Both need volunteer docents to give tours to the public. Once training is complete, commitment involves a minimum of 3 hours per month. To make a reservation in the training class, submit an application through ...
    Jun 1, 2013 Sat 1:00 PMAlexandria Armenian Festival
    Annual Festival which provides an opportunity to share the Armenian Culture through food and vendor sales, and entertainment throughout the Festival.
    Jun 2, 2013 Sun 11:00 AMArlandria Plan Implementation Community Open House
    An informal Open House to provide an update on efforts to implement the Arlandria Action Plan. Members of the Arlandria Action Plan Advisory Group and members of the Public are encouraged to attend and participate.
    Jun 3, 2013 Mon 6:00 PMAlexandria Housing Development Corp. (AHDC)
    Rescheduled Monthly Meeting from May 20 to June 3
    Jun 4, 2013 Tue 5:30 PMChildren, Youth & Family CC - Advocacy Committee
    Advocacy Committee meeting
    Jun 4, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMPlanning Commission Regular Public Hearing
    Planning Commission regular monthly public hearing. Hearing end times are approximate.
    Jun 5, 2013 Wed 12:00 PMCanal Center Plaza Concert
    Noon concert by the Dave Chappell Band featuring roots rock, beside the Potomac at the Canal Center Plaza amphitheatre.
    Jun 5, 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.
    Jun 5, 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.
    Jun 5, 2013 Wed 6:30 PMChinquapin Park Improvement Draft Plan Review
    Large Park Improvement Plans Review
    Jun 5, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Jun 5, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMAlexandria/Gyumri Sister City Committee
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Jun 5, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMWorkforce Investment Board
    Quarterly meeting
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 10:00 AMCommission for the Arts - Youth Arts Festival
    Scheduled meeting of the Youth Arts Festival Committee in partnership with ARHA and Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 4:00 PMCommunity Criminal Justice Board
    Scheduled meeting
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 6:30 PMAlexandria Community Service Board Meeting
    Monthly Alexandria Community Services Board Meeting.
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 7:00 PMAffordable Housing Advisory Committee
    Regular meeting
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMCarlyle Music at Twilight Concerts
    Evening Concert by the Alexandria Singers, the Washington D.C. Metro Area's Premier Pops Chorus.
    Jun 6, 2013 Thu 7:30 PM18th Century Dance Class
    In preparation for Mrs. Madison’s Ball on June 8, learn 18th-century English county dancing from expert dance instructors.
    Jun 7, 2013 Fri 7:00 PMGirl Scout Overnight, Cadettes
    Cadette Girl Scout Overnight at Gadsby's Tavern Museum.
    Jun 7, 2013 Fri 7:00 PMGirl Scout Overnight, Juniors
    Junior Girl Scout Overnight at Gadsby's Tavern Museum.
    Jun 7, 2013 Fri 7:00 PMRock in the Park
    Enjoy a concert by the group Living on a Bad Name, a Bon Jovi tribute band, from Massachusetts. This dynamic, high energy Bon Jovi tribute boasts of world renowned guitarist Ethan Brosh and after only three years of existence, have become a growing force in the tribute industry. Radio personality Ken Pittman convincingly plays the part of Jon Bon Jovi ...
    Jun 8, 2013 Sat 9:00 AMWaterfront Commission Waterfront Walk
    Waterfront Walk
    Jun 8, 2013 Sat 9:00 AMBuild Your Own Rain Barrell Workshop
    The City of Alexandria will host a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” workshop. The workshop will be held on Saturday June 8th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Nannie J. Lee Memorial Recreation Center, located at 1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. All tools and supplies will be provided.
    Jun 8, 2013 Sat 10:00 AMCivil War Fort Day
    Various aspects of military life in the Defenses of Washington will be portrayed by interpreters in period dress. Program will feature ongoing activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and special tours offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Program weather dependent.
    Jun 8, 2013 Sat 12:00 PMYouth Arts Festival
    This festival will showcase the talents of all youth around the city and forum of expression for both visual and performing arts. The festival is free of charge and will include artists, music, entertainment, and food vendors.
    Jun 8, 2013 Sat 8:00 PMMrs. Madison's Ball
    Experience an evening of English Country dancing in honor First Lady Dolley Madison. The night will include some of Dolley’s favorite dances and a dessert collation full of her favorite sweets. Period attire requested; cocktail attire welcome. Reservations are required.
    Jun 10, 2013 Mon 1:00 AMAlexandria Marketing Fund Application Deadline
    Deadline for FY 2014 Round 1 applications for the Alexandria Marketing Fund.
    Jun 10, 2013 Mon 6:00 PMNorthern VA Juvenile Detention Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 10, 2013 Mon 6:30 PMPotomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group
    The Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group (PYMIG) will hold a meeting on Monday, June 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at City Hall (301 King St.) in the Council Workroom. The public is invited to the meeting to learn about the proposed Potomac Yard Metrorail Station, the environmental planning process, and the station alternatives being proposed.
    Jun 10, 2013 Mon 6:30 PMUnderstanding Condominium Living
    A class on what condominium ownership entails and the role of the condo association.
    Jun 10, 2013 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 10, 2013 Mon 8:00 PMHealth Systems Agency of Northern Virginia
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 11, 2013 Tue 6:00 AMDemocratic Primary Election
    Democratic Primary for Virginia Lieutenant Governor and Virginia Attorney General
    Jun 11, 2013 Tue 8:00 AMAlexandria Commission on Employment
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 11, 2013 Tue 5:00 PMAlexandria Industrial Development Authority
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Jun 11, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMBudget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee
    Regular Monthly Meeting
    Jun 11, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMAlexandria City Council Legislative Meeting
    Alexandria City Council Legislative Meeting
    Jun 11, 2013 Tue 7:30 PMAlexandria Commission for Women
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 11, 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 12, 2013 Wed 9:30 AMAlexandria Electoral Board
    Scheduled Board meeting to canvass June 11 election followed by Public Hearing
    Jun 12, 2013 Wed 6:30 PMSimpson Park Improvement Draft Plan Review
    Large Park Improvement Plans Review
    Jun 12, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMCommission on Persons with Disabilities
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 12, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTeen Rock Night - Fuse Box
    Christian Youth Concert
    Jun 12, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMChildren, Youth & Family Collaborative Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 13, 2013 Thu 8:30 AMSupplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
    Meeting of the Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board. Educational retreat with the Fire and Police pension board.
    Jun 13, 2013 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 13, 2013 Thu 5:00 PMWaterfront Commission - - Marina Committee
    Scheduled meeting
    Jun 13, 2013 Thu 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    Jun 14, 2013 Fri 6:00 PMREBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting On 6/11/13
    REBROADCAST :: City Council Meeting On 6/11/13
    Jun 14, 2013 Fri 7:30 PMAlexandria Citizens Band Concerts
    City's Oldest Performing Arts Organization, the band performs a variety of music.
    Jun 15, 2013 Sat 8:00 AMVeterans' Tax Relief Applications Due
    There is no official due date for applications for Real Property Tax Relief for Veterans with 100% Service-Connected Disability; however, the City encourages applicants to submit their applications in time for them to be received or postmarked no later than June 15.
    Jun 15, 2013 Sat 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.
    Jun 15, 2013 Sat 9:30 AMAlexandria City Council Public Hearing
    Alexandria City Council Public Hearing
    Jun 15, 2013 Sat 11:00 AMFamily Legends: Bookmaking Workshops for Kids
    Make a Father's Day Gift: In this fun and informative art class designed for families with children 6-12 years, adults and children work together to choose a “legend” in their family, write their story, and make it into a handmade storybook to take home as a Father’s Day gift for Dad! Instructor Sushmita Mazumdar is a local book artist, writer, and ...
    Jun 16, 2013 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.
    Jun 16, 2013 Sun 1:00 PMFree Father's Day Tours, Gadsby's Tavern Museum
    The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Celebrate with your favorite father at the place where the Father of our Country ate, drank, and influenced history. Gadsby’s Tavern Museum is pleased to offer free tours by our Junior Docents on Father’s Day for all visiting fathers! Tour times with Junior Docents are from 1:00 – 5:00 pm.
    Jun 17, 2013 Mon 8:00 AMReal Estate Taxes Due for First Half 2012
    The first half Real Estate Tax bill is mailed in early May with a due date of June 15.
    Jun 17, 2013 Mon 4:00 PMAlexandria Library Board
    Regularly scheduled meeting.
    Jun 17, 2013 Mon 7:00 PMSocial Services Advisory Board Meeting
    Social Services Advisory Board Meeting
    Jun 17, 2013 Mon 7:00 PMCommission on HIV/AIDS
    Scheduled meeting
    Jun 17, 2013 Mon 7:30 PMPublic Records Advisory Commission
    Regular monthly meeting
    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 PMAlexandria Renew Enterprises Board of Directors
    Regular monthly meeting
    Jun 18, 2013 Tue 7:00 PMU.s. Navy Band Sea Chanters (choral Variety)
    The Navy Band Sea Chanters is the United States Navy’s official chorus. The ensemble performs a variety of music ranging from traditional choral music, including sea chanteys and patriotic fare, to opera, Broadway, and contemporary music.
    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 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 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 7:30 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 5:30 PMEconomic Development Partnership
    Regular monthly meeting
    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 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 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 7:00 PMARHA Board of Commissioners
    Regularly scheduled meeting
    Jun 24, 2013 Mon 7:30 PMAlexandria Traffic and Parking Board
    Regular monthly meeting
    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 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 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 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 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.
    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 3, 2013 Wed 7:00 PMTransportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Transportation Commission Monthly Meeting
    Jul 4, 2013 Thu 8:00 AMCity Offices Closed for Independence Day
    City Offices Closed for Independence Day
    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 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 7:30 PMBoard of Zoning Appeals Hearing
    Monthly Board of Zoning Appeals hearing
    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 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 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 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 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 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 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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 18, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Parker-Gray District Hearing
    Monthly Parker-Gray District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    Sep 25, 2013 Wed 7:30 PMBAR Old & Historic Alexandria District Hearing
    Monthly Old & Historic Alexandria District Board of Architectural Review hearing
    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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