BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DESCRIPTION:Events & Public Meetings METHOD:PUBLISH PRODID:-//alexandriava.gov//Web Calendar 1.0//EN SUMMARY:Events & Public Meetings X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Events & Public Meetings X-WR-CALNAME:Events & Public Meetings X-WR-TIMEZONE:US/Eastern BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Meeting,Community Outreach,DCHS,Health ,Teens,Volunteer,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49010\n\nJoin the Substance Abu se Prevention Coalition of Alexandria on Tuesday\, October 4 from 6-7:30 p .m. at Charles Houston Recreation Center for a community meeting to learn about the latest youth substance use data trends. Attendees will review an d discuss local data on youth attitudes and behaviors regarding alcohol\, marijuana\, tobacco/vaping\, and prescription drugs before discussing acti ons to address these trends. RSVP for this free event by contacting Emma Beall at emma.beall@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.3670. \n\nLocation: Charle s Houston Recreation Center\, 901 Wythe St.\nContact Person: Emma Beall\nC ontact Phone: 703.746.3670\nContact Email: emma.beall@alexandriava.gov\nAu dience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Community Event\, Community Meeting\, Com munity Outreach\, DCHS\, Health\, Teens\, Volunteer\, Youth\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx ?id=1&si=49010\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps:// www.alexandriava.gov/sapca\n DTEND:20221004T233000Z DTSTAMP:20220920T152757Z DTSTART:20221004T220000Z GEO:38.812326;-77.048213 LOCATION:Charles Houston Recreation Center\, 901 Wythe St. SEQUENCE:11 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:SAPCA's Fall Community Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:e65e6064-82b1-4827-bfe7-ab83b4fe3fce URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/sapca X-COA-DTSTAMP:20220920T152757Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:City Council,City Council Calendar,Community Event,Community Out reach,Family,Farmers' Market Old Town,Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49106\n\nThe Alexandria Health Department will host a free flu shot clinic on October 5\, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.\, at the Old Town Farmers' Market. \n\nThe Alexandria Health Depar tment encourages all members of the community to get a flu vaccine.\n\n\n\ nLocation: Market Square\, 301 King St.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags : City Council\, City Council Calendar\, Community Event\, Community Outre ach\, Family\, Farmers' Market\, Old Town\, Health\n\nImport this event in to your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si= 49106 DTEND:20221008T160000Z DTSTAMP:20221004T204049Z DTSTART:20221008T110000Z GEO:38.804935;-77.042978 LOCATION:Market Square\, 301 King St. SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Flu Shot Clinic TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:c9357222-ed29-4161-8265-83992ee85383 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221004T204049Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:City Council,City Council Calendar,Community Event,Community Out reach,Family,Farmers' Market Old Town,Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49107\n\nThe Alexandria Health Department will host a free flu shot clinic on October 15\, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, at the William Ramsey Recreation Center. \n\nThe Alexandri a Health Department encourages all members of the community to get a flu v accine.\n\nNo Insurance Needed.\n\nLocation: William Ramsay Recreation Cen ter\, 5650 Sanger Ave.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: City Council\, City Council Calendar\, Community Event\, Community Outreach\, Family\, Fa rmers' Market\, Old Town\, Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=49107 DTEND:20221015T173000Z DTSTAMP:20221004T204321Z DTSTART:20221015T133000Z GEO:38.826896;-77.130203 LOCATION:William Ramsay Recreation Center\, 5650 Sanger Ave. SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Flu Shot Clinic TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:2072039a-71f6-4477-919f-871e600eb452 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221004T204321Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49143\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n\nLocation: Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContac t Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nT ags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regular Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&s i=49143 DTEND:20221018T003000Z DTSTAMP:20221017T140041Z DTSTART:20221017T223000Z LOCATION:Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:ca841190-e19a-4fd1-bd7f-1502e11fdb52 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221017T140041Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49154\n\nThis meeting will be f ully virtual with no in person attendance\, under the Electronic Participa tion Policy adopted September 15\, 2022. Public comment will be received a t the meeting. The Public may make comments prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nContact Pe rson: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.col zani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commiss ions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this e vent into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?i d=1&si=49154\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps:// zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oViM7HTwSn2Pe8hKkS83tg\nAfter registering\, yo u will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining t he webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava .gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advis ory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-related matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20221020T233000Z DTSTAMP:20221014T130405Z DTSTART:20221020T213000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:5a931d56-c6b4-4de4-802a-b5b86058ae69 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oViM7HTwSn2Pe8hKkS83tg X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221014T130405Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Del Ray,Eco-City,Fire Departme nt,Health,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49113\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at the Neighborhood Pharmacy of Del Ray from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't mak e it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of t hese permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wh eeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria H ospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\ nDaily: 1 - 5 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n \nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinet s are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show tha t the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americ ans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flush ing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and hea lth hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where p eople can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducin g their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use a nd misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medic ine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Del Ray Pharm acy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCale ndar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Del Ray\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, He alth\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=49 113\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexand riava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www .alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safel y\n DTEND:20221029T180000Z DTSTAMP:20221007T135559Z DTSTART:20221029T140000Z LOCATION:Del Ray Pharmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue SEQUENCE:9 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Neighborhood Pharmacy TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:4e5fb287-0316-4051-a6b8-1a1c72350e04 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221007T135559Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Del Ray,Eco-City,Fire Departme nt,Health,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49114\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at the Alexandria Police Department Headquar ters from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\n Can't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharm acy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters \n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Ale xandria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier' s window\nDaily: 1 - 5 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LO CATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public heal th issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in hom e cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from fa mily and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, ma ny Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, of ten flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safet y and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a plac e where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, whil e reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and ano nymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substa nce use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about s afe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Poli ce Headquarters\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Del Ray\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vern on Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=49114\n\nWeb reso urces:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA \n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.g ov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20221029T180000Z DTSTAMP:20221007T135714Z DTSTART:20221029T140000Z GEO:38.806875;-77.092330 LOCATION:Police Headquarters SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at APD Headquarters TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:01e2eee5-7631-4441-b41f-7dedc927e30b URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221007T135714Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Del Ray,Eco-City,Fire Departme nt,Health,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49115\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at the First Baptist Church Parking Lot from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't mak e it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of t hese permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wh eeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria H ospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\ nDaily: 1 - 5 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n \nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinet s are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show tha t the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americ ans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flush ing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and hea lth hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where p eople can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducin g their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use a nd misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medic ine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: First Baptist Church\, 2932 King St.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Del Ray\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your c alendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=49115\n\n Web resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.g ov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexan driava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20221029T180000Z DTSTAMP:20221007T135748Z DTSTART:20221029T140000Z GEO:38.819632;-77.078415 LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 2932 King St. SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at First Baptist Church TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:84b8d8cd-0554-430f-be91-f8fdb2554fa4 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221007T135748Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Del Ray,Eco-City,Fire Departme nt,Health,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49116\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at Fire Station 210 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p .m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Ba ck Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\n Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a. m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust ins ide the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hospital\n4320 Semina ry Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 1 - 5 p.m.\n NEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative ad dresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly suscept ible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority of mi sused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing it down the toil et or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco -City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healt hier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact on th e environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\ n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, visit al exandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Fire Station 210\nAudience: Anyon e may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Del Ray\, Eco- City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safet y\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Ca lendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=49116\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medica tion disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-a nd-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20221029T180000Z DTSTAMP:20221007T135812Z DTSTART:20221029T140000Z LOCATION:Fire Station 210 SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Fire Station 210 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:8a2808f4-4043-4288-8e22-3efd46e76b85 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221007T135812Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=49287\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4480 King Street Room 405\, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https: //www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-commission \n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make co mment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\ nLocation: Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave\nContact Person: Casey Calzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.colzani@ vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\ , Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&s i=49287\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps://zoom. us/webinar/register/WN_NmPu6YTzSEGcstsu9sxC-g\nAfter registering\, you wil l receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the we binar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/ health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory C ommission provides information about and evaluation of health-related matt ers and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20221118T000001Z DTSTAMP:20221116T172500Z DTSTART:20221117T223000Z LOCATION:Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CANCELLED SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:ba2f3676-3520-4ee1-bb48-717da4337a4f URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NmPu6YTzSEGcstsu9sxC-g X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221116T172500Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50387\n\nThis meeting will be f ully virtual with no in person attendance\, under the Electronic Participa tion Policy adopted September 15\, 2022. Public comment will be received a t the meeting. The Public may make comments prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nContact Pe rson: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.col zani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commiss ions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this e vent into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?i d=1&si=50387\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps:// zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Qy0AQsXKTW28q76eF0c1lw\nAfter registering\, yo u will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining t he webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava .gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advis ory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-related matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20221216T003000Z DTSTAMP:20221212T162446Z DTSTART:20221215T223000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:de0433bf-78d8-4e81-96ff-9c1061cb5066 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Qy0AQsXKTW28q76eF0c1lw X-COA-DTSTAMP:20221212T162446Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50573\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4480 King Street Room 405\, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https: //www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-commission \n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make co mment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\ nLocation: Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave\nContact Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.colzani@ vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\ , Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&s i=50573\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps://zoom. us/webinar/register/WN_0PYZ76RuS0qcUhezeiTZJQ\nAfter registering\, you wil l receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the we binar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/ health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory C ommission provides information about and evaluation of health-related matt ers and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20221220T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230117T135941Z DTSTART:20221219T223000Z LOCATION:Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:33a348f2-b46f-49e8-b6c1-a08865b5331e URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0PYZ76RuS0qcUhezeiTZJQ X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230117T135941Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50574\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4480 King Street Room 405\, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https: //www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-commission \n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make co mment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\ nLocation: Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave\nContact Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.colzani@ vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\ , Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&s i=50574\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps://zoom. us/webinar/register/WN_0PYZ76RuS0qcUhezeiTZJQ\nAfter registering\, you wil l receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the we binar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/ health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory C ommission provides information about and evaluation of health-related matt ers and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230120T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230117T140133Z DTSTART:20230119T223000Z LOCATION:Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:1351563e-c8fe-4222-a64d-6c841c4bd532 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0PYZ76RuS0qcUhezeiTZJQ X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230117T140133Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Community Event,Community Meeting,Community Outreach,D CHS,Family,Health,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Schools,Workshop,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50558\n\n"Alexandria Youth Spea k Up: What do you do when you're feeling stressed or anxious?" will bring middle school students and their parents together to discuss healthy ways to manage stress and anxiety. \n\nThis event will take place at George Was hington Middle School (1005 Mt. Vernon Avenue) on Thursday\, January 19\, from 6 - 8 p.m. \n\nDinner\, childcare\, interpretation and raffle prizes will be provided. \n\nThis event is hosted by the the Children Youth and F amilies Collaborative Commission\, the Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent P regnancy\, the Gang Prevention Community Task Force\, and the Substance Ab use Prevention Coalition of Alexandria.\n\nLocation: George Washington Mid dle School\, 1005 Mount Vernon Ave.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Ca regiver\, Community Event\, Community Meeting\, Community Outreach\, DCHS\ , Family\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Schools\, Workshop\, Youth\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal .aspx?id=1&si=50558\n\nWeb resources:\n\nClick here to RSVP for this event .\nhttps://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/16932933\n DTEND:20230120T010000Z DTSTAMP:20230111T200924Z DTSTART:20230119T230000Z GEO:38.816288;-77.056196 LOCATION:George Washington Middle School\, 1005 Mount Vernon Ave. SEQUENCE:10 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Youth Speak Up TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:1767f6b4-4633-488d-898f-45eabdf18fb1 URL:https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/16932933 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230111T200924Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50544\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n\nLocation: Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContac t Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nT ags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regular Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&s i=50544 DTEND:20230124T013000Z DTSTAMP:20230110T184620Z DTSTART:20230123T233000Z LOCATION:Eugene Simpson Stadium Park\, 426 E Monroe Ave SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:86147242-0fc1-476e-8f3a-a3eedc05f1bf X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230110T184620Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50566\n\nPlease join the Alexan dria Health Department to learn about HIV/AIDS among Black Americans & how to stop the spread of HIV in our community. The event will include educat ional presentations\, confidential HIV Testing and lunch for attendees. Th e event will include a call to action by Regina Jefferson\, DC Department of Health HIV/AIDS Administration. Symposium presenters include Anthony Gu tierrez\, Gilead Pharmaceuticals\; Deirdre Speaks\, The Sero Project\; and Skyler Mackey\, Alexandria Health Department. Doors open at 10:30 for HIV testing and health information fair. Registration required.\n\nLocation: Oakland Baptist Church\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 7 03.746.4933\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: A nyone may attend\nTags: Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: ht tp://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=50566\n\nWeb resourc es:\n\nRegister here (required)\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-bla ck-hivaids-awareness-day-symposium-tickets-513072472577\n DTEND:20230204T180000Z DTSTAMP:20230113T212703Z DTSTART:20230204T160000Z GEO:38.826587;-77.086730 LOCATION:Oakland Baptist Church SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:National Black HIV/AIDS Day Symposium TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:f3855bc9-41e9-4369-b854-cb617fb0f354 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-black-hivaids-awareness-day-sympo sium-tickets-513072472577 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230113T212703Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=50670\n\nThis meeting will be f ully virtual with no in person attendance\, under the Electronic Participa tion Policy adopted September 15\, 2022. Public comment will be received a t the meeting. The Public may make comments prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nContact Pe rson: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.col zani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commiss ions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this e vent into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?i d=1&si=50670\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps:// zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__LszKzjASxqe7V7AvaKQHw\nAfter registering\, yo u will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining t he webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava .gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advis ory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-related matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230217T003000Z DTSTAMP:20230213T140949Z DTSTART:20230216T223000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:46f508e5-b93e-4276-a83f-db07c02e528d URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__LszKzjASxqe7V7AvaKQHw X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230213T140949Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=51851\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n4850 Mark Center Dr. 4th Fl.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Cen ter Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nCont act Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\ nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regula r Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriav a.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=51851\n\nWeb resources:\n\nAlexandria Com mission on HIV/AIDS\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexan dria-commission-on-hivaids\n DTEND:20230418T003000Z DTSTAMP:20230330T164905Z DTSTART:20230417T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:a1b9ec96-7e14-4127-be11-b91af8f84590 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexandria-commission-on -hivaids X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230330T164905Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=51880\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia .gov.\n\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nCont act Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: cas ey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & C ommissions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal. aspx?id=1&si=51880\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nht tps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yHpG4yayTVm_3I4EtBkJ9w\nAfter registerin g\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joi ning the webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexan driava.gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-r elated matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230420T230000Z DTSTAMP:20230413T144318Z DTSTART:20230420T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:8247e0d9-8b86-45ef-8c62-5850ebce1764 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yHpG4yayTVm_3I4EtBkJ9w X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230413T144318Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Del Ray,Eco-City,Fire Departme nt,Health,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=51842\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 22 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at the Neighborhood Pharmacy of Del Ray from 1 0:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of the se permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 M ount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p .m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Whee ler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hos pital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nD aily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATIO N!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health is sue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cab inets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Am ericans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often f lushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also supp ort the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place whe re people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while red ucing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymou s\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance u se and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe m edicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Del Ray P harmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APD Calendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Del Ray\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\ , Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&s i=51842\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.ale xandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps:/ /www.alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-s afely\n DTEND:20230422T180000Z DTSTAMP:20230329T213139Z DTSTART:20230422T140000Z LOCATION:Del Ray Pharmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue SEQUENCE:8 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Neighborhood Pharmacy TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:6687d51b-6995-471c-8e7a-9ce35168b3a4 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230329T213139Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=51843\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 22 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at the Alexandria Police Department Headquarte rs from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCa n't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at o ne of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmac y\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a .m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n 3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexa ndria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THI S LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Stu dies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained fro m family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\ , many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\ , often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential s afety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent su bstance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more abo ut safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Police Headquarters\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Crim inal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave .\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http: //apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=51843\n\nWeb resources: \n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLe arn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opi oids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20230422T180000Z DTSTAMP:20230329T213424Z DTSTART:20230422T140000Z GEO:38.806875;-77.092330 LOCATION:Police Headquarters SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at APD Headquarters TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:e99848ad-5697-48a8-9f71-020f5ca209cb URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230329T213424Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=51844\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 22 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at Fire Station 210 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m . No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug dr op box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMo nday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust insid e the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p. m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiativ e addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly sus ceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority o f misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, includ ing from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n\n Drug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live h ealthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact o n the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions ask ed.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, visi t alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine disposal\, v isit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Fire Station 210\nAudience: A nyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nI mport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar /iCal.aspx?id=1&si=51844\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event. \nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication d isposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-exp ired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20230422T180000Z DTSTAMP:20230329T213548Z DTSTART:20230422T140000Z LOCATION:Fire Station 210 SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Fire Station 210 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:d873b90f-d1d7-4c54-b246-cca68b4039b6 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230329T213548Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=51845\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 22 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan' t make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\ n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m . - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n36 00 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexand ria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's wi ndow\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public he alth issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in h ome cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studi es show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential saf ety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes al so support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a pl ace where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, wh ile reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and a nonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent subs tance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Wo odbine Rehabilitation\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Cr iminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon A ve.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: htt p://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=51845\n\nWeb resource s:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\n Learn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/o pioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20230422T180000Z DTSTAMP:20230329T214556Z DTSTART:20230422T140000Z LOCATION:Woodbine Rehabilitation SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Woodbine Rehabilitation TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:245d7f02-af42-4e73-82c5-2346aa7869b4 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230329T214556Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52011\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia .gov.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContac t Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey .colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Com missions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport th is event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.as px?id=1&si=52011\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttp s://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_48IybhrFTJ-QJyWjIJE9KQ\nAfter registering\ , you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joini ng the webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandr iava.gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health A dvisory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-rel ated matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230518T233000Z DTSTAMP:20230512T142748Z DTSTART:20230518T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:b1d76e3a-8dea-49b0-b79e-6aac15bec094 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_48IybhrFTJ-QJyWjIJE9KQ X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230512T142748Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52152\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia .gov.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContac t Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey .colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Com missions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport th is event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.as px?id=1&si=52152\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttp s://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vlf5kGQcQK-Mmkro8ZOlrQ\nAfter registering\ , you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joini ng the webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandr iava.gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health A dvisory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-rel ated matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230615T230000Z DTSTAMP:20230605T133033Z DTSTART:20230615T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:ad2b2cf2-d84b-49e1-aa42-386827228230 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Vlf5kGQcQK-Mmkro8ZOlrQ X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230605T133033Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52120\n\nIn recognition of Nati onal HIV Testing Day (Observed June 27th of each year) the Alexandria Heal th Department is partnering with Inova Juniper\, Hoop Life\, Northern Virg inia Clergy Council for the Prevention of HIV/AIDS (NVCCPHA) and the Alexa ndria Commission on HIV/AIDS for "Hoops in Virginia"\, a 3-on-3 style bask etball tournament for ages 13 and up. In addition to the tournament\, the event will include FREE HIV testing throughout the day\, HIV information a nd FREE lunch for participants and attendees. The tournament will be held on Saturday\, June 24th from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Charles Houston Recreatio n Center in Alexandria\, Virginia. The fee for each team is $30\, however\ , the event is free to the public and attendees. Team registration is avai lable below. \n\nLocation: Charles Houston Rec Center Gymnasium\nContact P erson: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Email: nechelle.terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\ nFees: $30 per team to play\, free for the public\nAudience: Anyone may at tend\nTags: Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.al exandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52120\n\nWeb resources:\n\nHoops in Virginia 2023 Registration Link\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/hoops-in -virginia-2023-tickets-621765676877\n DTEND:20230624T170000Z DTSTAMP:20230524T195950Z DTSTART:20230624T133000Z LOCATION:Charles Houston Rec Center Gymnasium SEQUENCE:7 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Hoops in Virginia 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:247433a4-419d-4076-af53-5e472f213047 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hoops-in-virginia-2023-tickets-62176567687 7 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230524T195950Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Family,Health,Lyceum,Museums DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52161\n\nJoin us at The Alexand ria History Museum at The Lyceum for a Health and Wellness Fair and learn about wellness tools and resources available in the community. The fair co incides with the museum's current special exhibition "Alexandria Hospital: Women Mobilize the Community." This free\, family friendly event will fea ture over 20 participants offering health screenings\, information about l ocal health and wellness resources\, and entertainment. At 11 a.m. kids ag es 2+ can join Miss Lisa from the Alexandria Library's Barrett Branch for Yoga Story Time. From 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.\, meet magician extraordinai re Lorenzo the Great\, who will perform magic that is fun for all ages. Ou tside\, in the museum parking lot\, the Kaiser Permanente Mobile Health Ve hicle will health screenings that include blood pressure\, glucose\, chole sterol\, and body mass index (BMI) assessments. Inside the museum\, Alexan dria businesses\, non-profits\, and city agencies will highlight opportuni ties ranging from yoga and physical therapy to fitness and health screenin gs. No reservation is required.\n\nLocation: Lyceum\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Family\, Health\, Lyceum\, Museums\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52 161 DTEND:20230624T180000Z DTSTAMP:20230607T152202Z DTSTART:20230624T140000Z LOCATION:Lyceum SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Lyceum Health and Wellness Fair TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:4ec4740d-2567-40be-8241-d8d2e64bce7e X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230607T152202Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52204\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n4850 Mark Center Dr. 3rd Fl.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Cen ter Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nCont act Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\ nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regula r Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriav a.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52204\n\nWeb resources:\n\nAlexandria Com mission on HIV/AIDS\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexan dria-commission-on-hivaids\n DTEND:20230627T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230615T211711Z DTSTART:20230626T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:e263e9c5-446a-480f-936e-994ad4b77fb7 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexandria-commission-on -hivaids X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230615T211711Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52305\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n4850 Mark Center Dr. 3rd Fl.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Cen ter Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nCont act Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\ nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regula r Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriav a.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52305\n\nWeb resources:\n\nAlexandria Com mission on HIV/AIDS\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexan dria-commission-on-hivaids\n DTEND:20230718T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230714T173902Z DTSTART:20230717T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:1229701d-811e-453c-96ff-d8825371f2ec URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexandria-commission-on -hivaids X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230714T173902Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52304\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia .gov.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContac t Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey .colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Com missions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport th is event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.as px?id=1&si=52304\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttp s://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CFT8qFPgS7-Il1TAboOD0w\nAfter registering\ , you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joini ng the webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandr iava.gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health A dvisory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-rel ated matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230720T230000Z DTSTAMP:20230714T163219Z DTSTART:20230720T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:a900def1-46b6-4b6f-bd5e-eb8c40979f85 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CFT8qFPgS7-Il1TAboOD0w X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230714T163219Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Event,DASH,DCHS,Health,Library,Sexual Assault Awarenes s,Teens,Workshop,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52181\n\nAlexandria Youth Leade rship Conference 2023: Find Your Voice\, Find Your Strength\, Find Your Fu ture\n\nRising 9th through 12th graders residing in the City of Alexandria are invited to register for the annual Alexandria Youth Leadership Confer ence.\n\nThis year's conference will be held in-person August 8 and 9\, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.\, and in-person on August 10\, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.\, at Fir st Baptist Church of Alexandria (2932 King St.)\n\nParticipants who attend the conference in its entirety are eligible to receive a $20 gift card! T his event is free and youth must register by August 2.\n\n\nThe Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference empowers emerging young leaders by providing training opportunities and connecting them to resources in their community .\n\nThis event is hosted by the Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent Pregnan cy\, the Alexandria Sexual Assault Center\, the Alexandria Library\, and t he Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria.\nThe Alexandria You th Leadership Conference empowers emerging young leaders by \nproviding tr aining opportunities and connecting them to resources in their community.\ n\nYouth must register by August 2.\n\nLocation: First Baptist Church\, 29 32 King St.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Community Event\, DASH\, D CHS\, Health\, Library\, Sexual Assault Awareness\, Teens\, Workshop\, You th\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/C alendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52181\n\nWeb resources:\n\nYouth Leadership Conf erence 2023 Registration\nhttps://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-YLC-2023 \n DTEND:20230808T200000Z DTSTAMP:20230613T175011Z DTSTART:20230808T140000Z GEO:38.819632;-77.078415 LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 2932 King St. SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference 2023 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:0d275aa2-2064-40fe-97b5-f1962c47a551 URL:https://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-YLC-2023 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230613T175011Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Event,DASH,DCHS,Health,Library,Sexual Assault Awarenes s,Teens,Workshop,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52182\n\nAlexandria Youth Leade rship Conference 2023: Find Your Voice\, Find Your Strength\, Find Your Fu ture\n\nRising 9th through 12th graders residing in the City of Alexandria are invited to register for the annual Alexandria Youth Leadership Confer ence. \n\nThis year's conference will be held in-person August 8 and 9\, 1 0 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.\, and in-person on August 10\, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.\, at Fi rst Baptist Church of Alexandria (2932 King St.) \n\nParticipants who atte nd the conference in its entirety are eligible to receive a $20 gift card! This event is free and youth must register by August 2.\n\n\nThe Alexandr ia Youth Leadership Conference empowers emerging young leaders by providin g training opportunities and connecting them to resources in their communi ty.\n\nThis event is hosted by the Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent Pregn ancy\, the Alexandria Sexual Assault Center\, the Alexandria Library\, and the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria.\n\nLocation: Firs t Baptist Church\, 2932 King St.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Commu nity Event\, DASH\, DCHS\, Health\, Library\, Sexual Assault Awareness\, T eens\, Workshop\, Youth\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://ap ps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52182\n\nWeb resources:\n\n Youth Leadership Conference 2023 Registration\nhttps://www.research.net/r/ AlexandriaVa-YLC-2023\n DTEND:20230809T200000Z DTSTAMP:20230613T174824Z DTSTART:20230809T140000Z GEO:38.819632;-77.078415 LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 2932 King St. SEQUENCE:13 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference 2023 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:440be820-7173-41ce-bcb7-0c64f3d53c33 URL:https://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-YLC-2023 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230613T174824Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Event,DASH,DCHS,Health,Library,Sexual Assault Awarenes s,Teens,Workshop,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52183\n\nAlexandria Youth Leade rship Conference 2023: Find Your Voice\, Find Your Strength\, Find Your Fu ture\n\nRising 9th through 12th graders residing in the City of Alexandria are invited to register for the annual Alexandria Youth Leadership Confer ence.\n\nThis year's conference will be held in-person August 8 and 9\, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.\, and in-person on August 10\, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.\, at Fir st Baptist Church of Alexandria (2932 King St.)\n\nParticipants who attend the conference in its entirety are eligible to receive a $20 gift card! T his event is free and youth must register by August 2.\n\n\nThe Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference empowers emerging young leaders by providing training opportunities and connecting them to resources in their community .\n\nThis event is hosted by the Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent Pregnan cy\, the Alexandria Sexual Assault Center\, the Alexandria Library\, and t he Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria.\nThe Alexandria You th Leadership Conference empowers emerging young leaders by\nproviding tra ining opportunities and connecting them to resources in their community.\n \nYouth must register by August 2.\n\nLocation: First Baptist Church\, 293 2 King St.\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Community Event\, DASH\, DC HS\, Health\, Library\, Sexual Assault Awareness\, Teens\, Workshop\, Yout h\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Ca lendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52183\n\nWeb resources:\n\nYouth Leadership Confe rence 2023 Registration\nhttps://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-YLC-2023\ n DTEND:20230810T210000Z DTSTAMP:20230613T175236Z DTSTART:20230810T150000Z GEO:38.819632;-77.078415 LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 2932 King St. SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference 2023 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:8d144ce6-3e3c-4585-b657-422b0fcf6984 URL:https://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-YLC-2023 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230613T175236Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=53359\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia .gov.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContac t Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey .colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Com missions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport th is event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.as px?id=1&si=53359\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttp s://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0a3bmGumSwCUjFKAijNr7g\nAfter registering\ , you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joini ng the webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandr iava.gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health A dvisory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-rel ated matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230817T230000Z DTSTAMP:20230802T152359Z DTSTART:20230817T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:c55a9bee-973e-4f93-90d9-7676b08a3462 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0a3bmGumSwCUjFKAijNr7g X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230802T152359Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54539\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held virtually. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-healt h-advisory-commission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzan i@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nContact Person: Casey Colz ani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.colzani@vdh.virgini a.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Commissio n Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your c alendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54539\n\n Web resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_ZYwpxBboRLqDYF25o39ktg\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.\n\nP ublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health/info /default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory Commission p rovides information about and evaluation of health-related matters and inv estigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20230921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20230919T130733Z DTSTART:20230921T213000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:15d63f99-a1b6-499e-bbbf-135ed8a881f2 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZYwpxBboRLqDYF25o39ktg X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230919T130733Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Event,Community Meeting,Community Outreach,DCHS,Health ,Teens,Volunteer,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=52198\n\nThe Substance Abuse Pr evention Coalition of Alexandria invites you to our 15th anniversary celeb ration! Join us on September 27 from 6-8 p.m. at Mount Vernon Recreation C enter (2701 Commonwealth Ave.) for a family-friendly\, fun evening featuri ng heavy hor d'oeuvres\, music\, and a special recognition of our communit y's prevention champions. \n\nLocation: Mt. Vernon Rec Center\, 2701 Commo nwealth Ave.\nContact Person: Emma Beall\nContact Phone: 703.746.3670\nCon tact Email: emma.beall@alexandriava.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags : Community Event\, Community Meeting\, Community Outreach\, DCHS\, Health \, Teens\, Volunteer\, Youth\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http ://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=52198\n\nWeb resources :\n\nRSVP here.\nhttps://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-SAPCA-15th-RSVP\n \nLearn more.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n DTEND:20230928T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230804T211322Z DTSTART:20230927T220000Z GEO:38.828709;-77.060096 LOCATION:Mt. Vernon Rec Center\, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. SEQUENCE:13 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:SAPCA's 15th Anniversary Celebration TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:d05d1f16-dd06-4ce4-9fe2-823fa0a95eb5 URL:https://www.research.net/r/AlexandriaVa-SAPCA-15th-RSVP X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230804T211322Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54582\n\nJoin us for a free scr eening of Three Months to recognize National Gay Men's HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. In addition to the screening and discussion\, there will be a short p resentation on HIV/AIDS prevention and management by Anthony Gutierrez\, F ree HIV testing and FREE FOOD will be available to all attendees. \n\nThis event is co-sponsored by Alexandria Health Department\, Alexandria Commis sion on HIV/AIDS\, Gilead Sciences\, Neighborhood Health and Safe Space NO VA.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nech elle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nFees: Free\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTa gs: Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandria va.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54582\n\nWeb resources:\n\nRegister Here \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/ngmhaad-movie-screening-three-months-ticket s-718110757607?aff=oddtdtcreator\n DTEND:20230928T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230919T174401Z DTSTART:20230927T220000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:NGMHAAD Movie Screening: Three Months TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:8357ddb3-a770-4cf9-a29f-e6e99c34b7db URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ngmhaad-movie-screening-three-months-ticke ts-718110757607?aff=oddtdtcreator X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230919T174401Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=53479\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n4850 Mark Center Dr. Room 1305\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark C enter Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nCo ntact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.go v\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regu lar Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandri ava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=53479\n\nWeb resources:\n\nAlexandria C ommission on HIV/AIDS\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alex andria-commission-on-hivaids\n DTEND:20231019T000001Z DTSTAMP:20230905T183934Z DTSTART:20231018T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:829e6ff0-06be-4e4b-a644-fc2e31129561 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexandria-commission-on -hivaids X-COA-DTSTAMP:20230905T183934Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=55664\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually may register a t https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-co mmission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public ma y make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virgini a.gov.\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nConta ct Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: case y.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Co mmissions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport t his event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.a spx?id=1&si=55664\n\nWeb resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhtt ps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yId17992T_eDkraWykeAsA\nAfter registering \, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about join ing the webinar.\n\nPublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexand riava.gov/health/info/default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory Commission provides information about and evaluation of health-re lated matters and investigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20231019T230000Z DTSTAMP:20231013T123839Z DTSTART:20231019T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:45637059-3ca5-4909-88e7-ebc179439581 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yId17992T_eDkraWykeAsA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231013T123839Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,DCHS,Health,Police Department,Press Conferenc e,Teens,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54640\n\nJoin City\, youth\, an d community leaders for a press conference at the Del Pepper Community Res ource Center (4850 Mark Center Drive) to kick-off Project Sticker Shock\, a youth-led event raising awareness about the legal consequences of provid ing alcohol to minors. Following the press conference\, teams of youth and adults will place warning stickers\, provided by the Virginia Alcoholic B everage Control Authority\, on multi-packs of alcohol to highlight the leg al consequences of providing alcohol to persons under 21.\n\nThis campaign aims to reach community members ages 21 and older who may purchase alcoho l legally and then illegally provide it to a person under age 21.\n \nThis event is hosted by the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria (SAPCA)\, the Alexandria Police Department\; the Alexandria Sheriff's Off ice\; the Department of Community and Human Services\; the Department of R ecreation\, Parks & Cultural Activities\; and the Alexandria City High Sch ool U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program.\n\n Location: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nAudience: Anyon e may attend\nTags: Community Outreach\, DCHS\, Health\, Police Department \, Press Conference\, Teens\, Youth\n\nImport this event into your calenda r: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54640\n\nWeb re sources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAP CA\n DTEND:20231021T150000Z DTSTAMP:20231004T184516Z DTSTART:20231021T140000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:7 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Project Sticker Shock Kick-Off TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:6ff333f3-1637-4e84-a4e5-b57335c60488 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231004T184516Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54635\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 28 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Cent er from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCa n't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at o ne of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmac y\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a .m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n 3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexa ndria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THI S LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Stu dies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained fro m family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\ , many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\ , often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential s afety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent su bstance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more abo ut safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Woodbine Rehabilitation\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: h ttp://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54635\n\nWeb resour ces:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n \nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov /opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20231028T180000Z DTSTAMP:20231004T181656Z DTSTART:20231028T140000Z LOCATION:Woodbine Rehabilitation SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Woodbine Rehabilitation TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:acd5ec6a-7c3f-4fd3-8dc1-8dd6fe24a7b7 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231004T181656Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54636\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 28 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at the Neighborhood Pharmacy of Del Ray from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't mak e it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of t hese permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wh eeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria H ospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\ nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCAT ION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home c abinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies sh ow that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from famil y and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety a nd health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also su pport the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place w here people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while r educing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonym ous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Del Ray Pharmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: A PDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health \, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into you r calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54636\ n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriav a.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.ale xandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20231028T180000Z DTSTAMP:20231004T182027Z DTSTART:20231028T140000Z LOCATION:Del Ray Pharmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Neighborhood Pharmacy TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:43a98079-c306-42c4-8b35-284e0102b3f3 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231004T182027Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54637\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 28 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at Fire Station 210 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p .m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Ba ck Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\n Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a. m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust ins ide the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hospital\n4320 Semina ry Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiat ive addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many American s are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly s usceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, incl uding from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not kno w how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing it down th e toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n \nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of t he Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions a sked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, vi sit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Fire Station 210\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City \, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\ nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calend ar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54637\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this even t.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-e xpired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20231028T180000Z DTSTAMP:20231004T182216Z DTSTART:20231028T140000Z LOCATION:Fire Station 210 SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Fire Station 210 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:ec453a20-ec8e-46fa-9d8c-4be71b15a784 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231004T182216Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54638\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 28 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at the Alexandria Police Department Headquar ters from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\n Can't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharm acy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters \n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Ale xandria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier' s window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT T HIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and publi c health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. S tudies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained f rom family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In additio n\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medicatio n\, often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxe s also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\ , while reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free a nd anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more a bout safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation : Police Headquarters\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Cr iminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon A ve.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: htt p://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54638\n\nWeb resource s:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\n Learn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/o pioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20231028T180000Z DTSTAMP:20231004T182308Z DTSTART:20231028T140000Z GEO:38.806875;-77.092330 LOCATION:Police Headquarters SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at APD Headquarters TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:c6e4165b-7c3c-4dfd-8f48-461183ee20c5 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231004T182308Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=54639\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n October 28 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agen cy's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alex andria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperat ion from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staf fing multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off unused or expired medication at Goodwin House Alexandria from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Dru g Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these perman ent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vern on Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSund ay: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wheeler Ave.\ nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hospital\n43 20 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a .m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThi s initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and frien ds\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans d o not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing i t down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health h azards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the g oals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing the ir impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no qu estions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and mi suse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine d isposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Goodwin House Alex andria\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\ , DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexan driava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=54639\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn mor e about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more abou t safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposin g-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20231028T180000Z DTSTAMP:20231004T182844Z DTSTART:20231028T140000Z LOCATION:Goodwin House Alexandria SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Goodwin House Alexandria TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:ee58a232-c816-437d-bf7d-91811da0c032 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231004T182844Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=55744\n\nThe community is invit ed to join the Public Health Advisory Commission in celebrating Allen Loma x\, this year's recipient of the Flora K. Casey Public Health Award. \n\nA ll members of the community are welcome. \n\nThe event will include brief remarks from members of the Commission and public health leaders in Alexan dria. \nAfter the presentation of the award\, light refreshments will be s erved.\n\n\nLocation: Vola Lawson Lobby\, 301 King St.\nContact Person: Ca sey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.colzani@vdh .virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Health\n\nImport this ev ent into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id =1&si=55744 DTEND:20231115T000001Z DTSTAMP:20231103T165023Z DTSTART:20231114T220000Z GEO:38.805646;-77.042897 LOCATION:Vola Lawson Lobby\, 301 King St. SEQUENCE:7 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Flora K. Casey Public Health Award Ceremony TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:22dcd28e-7e49-4b0d-9de8-705a5c6d1526 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231103T165023Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=56804\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n4850 Mark Center Dr. Room 1305\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark C enter Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nCo ntact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.go v\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regu lar Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandri ava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=56804\n\nWeb resources:\n\nAlexandria C ommission on HIV/AIDS\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alex andria-commission-on-hivaids\n DTEND:20231121T013000Z DTSTAMP:20231116T200250Z DTSTART:20231120T233000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:484e8d1e-9e3d-451c-9d46-c6c1a5ade2de URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexandria-commission-on -hivaids X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231116T200250Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=56825\n\nJoin the Alexandria He alth Department and local partners for this event\, part of a community-wi de program for World AIDS Day. The event will include an exhibit of visual pieces commemorating World AIDS Day\, light refreshments\, and free\, con fidential HIV testing. City of Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson will read a proclamation at 4 p.m.\n\nLocation: Redella S. "Del" Pepper Community Reso urce Center\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 703.746.4934 \nContact Email: nechelle.terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may a ttend\nTags: Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.a lexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=56825 DTEND:20231201T220000Z DTSTAMP:20231130T140259Z DTSTART:20231201T150000Z LOCATION:Redella S. "Del" Pepper Community Resource Center SEQUENCE:8 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:World AIDS Day Exhibit and Commemoration TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:4eb8a227-101f-42fa-9689-534367ef1962 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231130T140259Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=56870\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held virtually. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-healt h-advisory-commission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzan i@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nContact Person: Casey Colz ani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: casey.colzani@vdh.virgini a.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Commissio n Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your c alendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=56870\n\n Web resources:\n\nPHAC Meeting Registration Link\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_MPv1aIEITEWcf_m8oa85Vg\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.\n\nP ublic Health Advisory Commission\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health/info /default.aspx?id=14870\nThe Alexandria Public Health Advisory Commission p rovides information about and evaluation of health-related matters and inv estigates specific health problems.\n DTEND:20231215T000001Z DTSTAMP:20231208T181215Z DTSTART:20231214T223000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:91619d2d-cebe-449b-b738-5d660eac6d77 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MPv1aIEITEWcf_m8oa85Vg X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231208T181215Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Community Event,Community Outreach,DCHS,Hea lth,Seniors DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=56876\n\nCommunity Health Fair - Apply & Renew Medicaid Coverage. Get Free Screenings & Information\nChol esterol\nBlood Pressure\nDiabetes\nBMI (Height/Weight)\nFlu Vaccines\nHeal th Education & More\nHourly raffles for Giant Food Grocery Gift Card\n\nLo cation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Phone: 70 3.746.5700\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Comm unity Event\, Community Outreach\, DCHS\, Health\, Seniors\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx? id=1&si=56876\n\nWeb resources:\n\nDepartment of Community & Human Service s (DCHS)\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/DCHS\n DTEND:20231216T190000Z DTSTAMP:20231213T175113Z DTSTART:20231216T150000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:10 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Community Health Fair TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:c685d098-b149-431e-8eb2-a394ef321054 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/DCHS X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231213T175113Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57057\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia. gov.\n\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nConta ct Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: case y.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Co mmissions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport t his event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.a spx?id=1&si=57057\n\nWeb resources:\n\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN _2V-jJVHrQFOJRT1g-6BBtg\n DTEND:20240119T000001Z DTSTAMP:20240112T151153Z DTSTART:20240118T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:b82b7c58-c861-4846-a803-fe51316b1e43 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2V-jJVHrQFOJRT1g-6BBtg X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240112T151153Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57098\n\nDue to the inclement w eather\, Alexandria Health Department will open at 10 a.m. on January 19.\ n\nLocation: Redella S. "Del" Pepper Community Resource Center\nContact Pe rson: Health Department Phone Line\nContact Phone: 703.746.4996\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57098 DTEND:20240119T213000Z DTSTAMP:20240119T112834Z DTSTART:20240119T150000Z LOCATION:Redella S. "Del" Pepper Community Resource Center SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CANCELLED SUMMARY:Alexandria Health Department Opens at 10 a.m. TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:c02e0bb5-6180-4720-b8db-7c35f5c53ed7 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240119T112834Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Health,Regular Meeting DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=56908\n\nCommission on HIV/AIDS Monthly meeting \n4850 Mark Center Dr. Room 1305\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark C enter Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nCo ntact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.go v\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Commissions\, Health\, Regu lar Meeting\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandri ava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=56908\n\nWeb resources:\n\nAlexandria C ommission on HIV/AIDS\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alex andria-commission-on-hivaids\n DTEND:20240123T013000Z DTSTAMP:20231219T205640Z DTSTART:20240122T233000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Commission on HIV/AIDS Monthly Meeting TRANSP:TRANSPARENT UID:177fbe0f-0dbb-4dbd-a322-8385347ffacd URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/alexandria-commission-on -hivaids X-COA-DTSTAMP:20231219T205640Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Commission Meeting,Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57159\n\nThe Alexandria Commiss ion on HIV/AIDS will host the annual commission retreat in person at Alexa ndria Sherri's Office at 2003 Mill Road. Those wishing to attend should co ntact Nechelle Terrell at Nechelle.Terrell@vdh.virginia.gov to be put on t he visitor list.\n\nLocation: Sheriff's Office\, 2003 Mill Road\nContact P erson: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContact Email: neche lle.terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Commissio n Meeting\, Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.al exandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57159 DTEND:20240203T170000Z DTSTAMP:20240201T182453Z DTSTART:20240203T150000Z LOCATION:Sheriff's Office\, 2003 Mill Road SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Commission on HIV/AIDS Retreat TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:bb96b7d9-0474-40b1-9f67-55ae53febd71 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240201T182453Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Boards & Commissions,Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexand ria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57179\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia. gov.\n\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nConta ct Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: case y.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Boards & Co mmissions\, Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport t his event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.a spx?id=1&si=57179\n\nWeb resources:\n\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN _bF6OYJ0IR5O5UMERK2rb3g\n DTEND:20240216T000001Z DTSTAMP:20240212T154459Z DTSTART:20240215T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:adbec295-e7fd-4827-802a-cea92fd1beaf URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bF6OYJ0IR5O5UMERK2rb3g X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240212T154459Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health,Lyceum,Museums,Old & Historic Alexandria,Women,Women Hist ory DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57232\n\nIn recognition of Wome n's History Month\, join Jane Plitt\, director of the National Center of W omen's Innovations at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum for her lecture "How Women Changed the World of Health Care But Took Years to Be R ecognized." Discover the women behind Cataract Surgery\, the Covid (RNA) v accine\, Ozempic\, and treatments for Leprosy and Sickle Cell Anemia. She will be sharing the buried stories of number of women who were innovators in health care including Dr. Patricia Bath (cataract eye surgery)\, Dr. Ka talin Kariko (mRNA development)\, Dr. Svetlana Mojsov (Ozempic)\, Chemist Alice Ball (cure for leprosy)\, and Drs. Doudna and Charpentie (genome edi ting technology). These women fundamentally altered health for so many of us\, and yes struggled to be recognized for their roles. \n\nLocation: Lyc eum\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Health\, Lyceum\, Museums\, Old & Historic Alexandria\, Women\, Women History\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57232 DTEND:20240310T183000Z DTSTAMP:20240223T150304Z DTSTART:20240310T163000Z LOCATION:Lyceum SEQUENCE:8 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:"How Women Changed the World of Health Care" TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:b8963cd7-207f-4c4d-ac25-dfec602bfc76 X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240223T150304Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Commission Meeting,Health DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57280\n\nThe Commission on HIV/ AIDS monthly meeting will be held on Monday\, March 18\, 6:30-8 p.m. at De l Pepper Community Resource Center\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 3rd Floor Co nference Room. \n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Dr ive\nContact Person: Nechelle Terrell\nContact Phone: 703.746.4934\nContac t Email: nechelle.terrell@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nT ags: Commission Meeting\, Health\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57280 DTEND:20240319T003000Z DTSTAMP:20240308T132343Z DTSTART:20240318T223000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Commission on HIV/AIDS Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:166c8f0c-2186-408c-a217-f4212f40789b X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240308T132343Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexandria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57310\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held virtually. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-healt h-advisory-commission.\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzan i@vdh.virginia.gov.\n\nLocation: Redella S. "Del" Pepper Community Resourc e Center\nContact Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nCont act Email: casey.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTa gs: Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this even t into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1 &si=57310\n\nWeb resources:\n\nZoom Link \nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/registe r/WN_opVwVGODTOGc9mfnvQAF7Q\n DTEND:20240321T230000Z DTSTAMP:20240318T204232Z DTSTART:20240321T213000Z LOCATION:Redella S. "Del" Pepper Community Resource Center SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:d4432bea-ea06-43da-b7d4-16028b33b498 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_opVwVGODTOGc9mfnvQAF7Q X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240318T204232Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Apothecary Museum,Health,Museums,Women,Women History DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57235\n\nMidwives did more than deliver babies! In honor of Women's History Month\, explore the role\, kn owledge\, and challenges of Midwives through the lens of the Stabler-Leadb eater Apothecary Museum and its collection of historic medicines and archi ves. Content note: this tour will cover the complex history around contrac eption\, abortion\, and miscarriage\; recommended for ages 18 and older. \ n\nLocation: Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum\, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. \nFees: $15 per person\, $12 for volunteers and members of Historic Alexan dria\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Apothecary Museum\, Health\, Muse ums\, Women\, Women History\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http: //apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57235\n\nWeb resources: \n\nPurchase tickets here\nhttps://shop.alexandriava.gov/Events.aspx\n DTEND:20240322T230000Z DTSTAMP:20240306T200655Z DTSTART:20240322T220000Z GEO:38.804291;-77.042693 LOCATION:Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum\, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. SEQUENCE:5 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Call the Midwife! Women in Historic Medical Care TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:af70f982-0335-40b0-b3a2-9d594d054860 URL:https://shop.alexandriava.gov/Events.aspx X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240306T200655Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Apothecary Museum,Health,Museums,Women,Women History DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57236\n\nMidwives did more than deliver babies! In honor of Women's History Month\, explore the role\, kn owledge\, and challenges of Midwives through the lens of the Stabler-Leadb eater Apothecary Museum and its collection of historic medicines and archi ves. Content note: this tour will cover the complex history around contrac eption\, abortion\, and miscarriage\; recommended for ages 18 and older. \ n\nLocation: Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum\, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. \nFees: $15 per person\, $12 for volunteers and members of Historic Alexan dria\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Apothecary Museum\, Health\, Muse ums\, Women\, Women History\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http: //apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57236\n\nWeb resources: \n\nPurchase tickets here\nhttps://shop.alexandriava.gov/Events.aspx\n DTEND:20240323T150000Z DTSTAMP:20240306T200957Z DTSTART:20240323T140000Z GEO:38.804291;-77.042693 LOCATION:Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum\, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Call the Midwife! Women in Historic Medical Care TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:d9d42119-bb79-492e-8154-dbcec0f4304d URL:https://shop.alexandriava.gov/Events.aspx X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240306T200957Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Health,Lyceum,Museums,Women,Women History DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57238\n\nDon't miss your last c hance to view the special exhibition "Alexandria Hospital: Women Mobilize the Community\," closing March 31. Health care in Alexandria took a big st ep forward when a dynamic group of Alexandria women led by Julia Johns met to organize the Infirmary in December 1872. Through their efforts\, towns people were no longer required to go to Richmond or Washington to receive hospital care. The first purpose-built hospital facility was built in 1917 on the 700 block of Duke Street thanks to donations funding operating roo ms\, wards\, and other facilities. Since then\, the hospital has lead the way in it has been a leader in healthcare from its nursing school to its o ncology program. \n\nLocation: Lyceum\nFees: Museum admission: $3 adults / $1 children \nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Health\, Lyceum\, Museum s\, Women\, Women History\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http:// apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57238 DTEND:20240331T210000Z DTSTAMP:20240224T031400Z DTSTART:20240331T170000Z LOCATION:Lyceum SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Alexandria Hospital: Women Mobilize the Community TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:952d3009-0529-4d8c-a343-1a5081162b0e X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240224T031400Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Commission Meeting,Community Outreach,Health,Women DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57233\n\nThe Commission for Wom en Reproductive Health Subcommittee will present a Webinar entitled\, "A C risis for Moms: Black Maternal Health in Virginia"\nDate: Thursday\, April 4\, 2024\nTime: 7-8:30 PM ET\n\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nContact Person : Crystal Kramer\nContact Email: commissionforwomen@alexandriava.gov\nAudi ence: Anyone may attend\nTags: Commission Meeting\, Community Outreach\, H ealth\, Women\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexand riava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57233\n\nWeb resources:\n\nhttps://zo om.us/webinar/register/WN_iJshayU2QAeJCcwcWTfAAw\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_iJshayU2QAeJCcwcWTfAAw\n\n DTEND:20240405T003000Z DTSTAMP:20240226T215819Z DTSTART:20240404T230000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:7 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: A Crisis for Moms: Black Maternal Health in VA TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:13b32f53-9f3f-4324-b51c-5e2536130494 URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iJshayU2QAeJCcwcWTfAAw X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240226T215819Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Commission Meeting,Health,Healthier Alexandria DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57402\n\nThe Public Health Advi sory Commission will be held in-person at 4850 Mark Center Drive Room 3451 \, with a virtual option. Those wishing to attend virtually my register at https://www.alexandriava.gov/health-department/public-health-advisory-com mission\n\nPublic comment will be received at the meeting. The Public may make comment prior to the meeting via email at casey.colzani@vdh.virginia. gov.\n\n\nLocation: 4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive\nConta ct Person: Casey Colzani\nContact Phone: 703.746.4956\nContact Email: case y.colzani@vdh.virginia.gov\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Commission Meeting\, Health\, Healthier Alexandria\n\nImport this event into your cal endar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57402\n\nWe b resources:\n\nZoom Link\nhttps://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VK74zwWtQs- feF-I1ucZtg\n DTEND:20240418T230000Z DTSTAMP:20240415T185718Z DTSTART:20240418T213000Z LOCATION:4850 Mark Center Drive\, 4850 Mark Center Drive SEQUENCE:4 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:2ecbc31c-38d3-4a3a-a9e4-06b0ef95b30e URL:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VK74zwWtQs-feF-I1ucZtg X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240415T185718Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Health,Human Services,Parents,Youth DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57390\n\nJoin the Substance Abu se Prevention Coalition of Alexandria (SAPCA) for a a virtual community me eting on April 25 to learn about the latest youth substance use data trend s. Attendees will review and discuss local data on youth attitudes and beh aviors regarding alcohol\, marijuana\, tobacco/vaping\, and prescription d rugs before discussing actions to address these trends. \n\nTo attend\, re gister online. A confirmation email containing information about the joini ng the meeting will be sent.\n\nLocation: Virtual Only\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: Community Meeting\, Health\, Human Services\, Parents\, Youth\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.go v/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57390\n\nWeb resources:\n\nRegister here.\nht tps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApcOGvrzIuHdAYZur3FS6gqJafaung1_ap#/regis tration\n\nLearn more about SAPCA here.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPC A\n DTEND:20240425T233000Z DTSTAMP:20240410T175633Z DTSTART:20240425T220000Z LOCATION: Virtual Only SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: SAPCA's Spring Community Meeting TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:fcaf4d4a-482c-4f77-aec7-e0870fd752f6 URL:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApcOGvrzIuHdAYZur3FS6gqJafaung1_ap#/ registration X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240410T175633Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57365\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at the Alexandria Police Department Headquarte rs from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCa n't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at o ne of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmac y\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a .m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n 3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexa ndria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THI S LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Stu dies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained fro m family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\ , many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\ , often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential s afety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent su bstance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more abo ut safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Police Headquarters\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Crim inal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave .\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http: //apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57365\n\nWeb resources: \n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLe arn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opi oids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20240427T180000Z DTSTAMP:20240403T211017Z DTSTART:20240427T140000Z GEO:38.806875;-77.092330 LOCATION:Police Headquarters SEQUENCE:10 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at APD Headquarters TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:419915d7-c5c3-4835-92bb-2cce18fa5a9c URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240403T211017Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57366\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at the Neighborhood Pharmacy of Del Ray from 1 0:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of the se permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 M ount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p .m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Whee ler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hos pital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nD aily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATIO N!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health is sue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cab inets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Am ericans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often f lushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanent drop boxes also supp ort the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place whe re people can live healthier and economically productive lives\, while red ucing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymou s\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance u se and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe m edicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Del Ray P harmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APD Calendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57366\n\ nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava. gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexa ndriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20240427T180000Z DTSTAMP:20240403T211102Z DTSTART:20240427T140000Z LOCATION:Del Ray Pharmacy\, 2204 Mount Vernon Avenue SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Neighborhood Pharmacy TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:2ba6e792-277b-43fe-976a-ec1d52295370 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240403T211102Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57367\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication at Fire Station 210 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m . No needles are accepted at this site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications year-round at one of these permanent drug dr op box locations:\n\nThe Neighborhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMo nday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\nSaturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police Headquarters\n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust insid e the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n\nInova Alexandria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to the cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p. m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiativ e addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly sus ceptible to diversion\, misuse and abuse. Studies show that the majority o f misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, includ ing from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unused medication\, often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - both potential safety and health hazards.\n\n Drug take back days and permanent drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live h ealthier and economically productive lives\, while reducing their impact o n the environment.\n\nThe service is free and anonymous\; no questions ask ed.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, visi t alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo learn more about safe medicine disposal\, v isit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\n\nLocation: Fire Station 210\nAudience: A nyone may attend\nTags: APDCalendar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt. Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nI mport this event into your calendar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar /iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57367\n\nWeb resources:\n\nLearn more about this event. \nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication d isposal.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-exp ired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20240427T180000Z DTSTAMP:20240403T211149Z DTSTART:20240427T140000Z LOCATION:Fire Station 210 SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Fire Station 210 TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:25a76bda-5891-477c-863c-31343739345b URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240403T211149Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:APDCalendar,Criminal Justice,DCHS,Eco-City,Fire Department,Healt h,Mt. Vernon Ave.,Parents,Public Safety DESCRIPTION:To make sure the time\, location\, and other aspects have not c hanged\, or to share this event with your friends\, please see https://app s.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/Detail.aspx?si=57368\n\nSafely dispose of unne eded prescription and over-the-counter medications\, including those presc ribed by veterinarians\, during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day o n April 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.\n\nAs part of the Drug Enforcement Agency 's National Drug Take Back Day\, the Alexandria Police Department\, Alexan dria Sheriff's Office\, and Alexandria Health Department\, with cooperatio n from the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria\, are staffi ng multiple drop-off locations for safe medication disposal.\n\nDrop off u nused or expired medication from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Walgreens P harmacy located at Bradlee Shopping Center. No needles are accepted at thi s site.\n\nCan't make it to Drug Take Back Day? Dispose of medications ye ar-round at one of these permanent drug drop box locations:\n\nThe Neighbo rhood Pharmacy\n2204 Mount Vernon Ave.\nMonday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.\n Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.\nSunday: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.\n\nAlexandria Police H eadquarters\n3600 Wheeler Ave.\nJust inside the entrance\nAvailable 24/7\n \nInova Alexandria Hospital\n4320 Seminary Rd.\nVisitor's Lobby\nNext to t he cashier's window\nDaily: 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.\nNEEDLE DISPOSAL BOX ALSO AVA ILABLE AT THIS LOCATION!\n\nThis initiative addresses a vital public safet y and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines tha t languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion\, misuse a nd abuse. Studies show that the majority of misused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends\, including from home medicine cabinets. In addition\, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of unuse d medication\, often flushing it down the toilet or throwing it away - bot h potential safety and health hazards.\n\nDrug take back days and permanen t drop boxes also support the goals of the Eco-City Alexandria initiative to promote a place where people can live healthier and economically produc tive lives\, while reducing their impact on the environment.\n\nThe servic e is free and anonymous\; no questions asked.\n\nTo learn more about ways to prevent substance use and misuse\, visit alexandriava.gov/SAPCA\n\nTo l earn more about safe medicine disposal\, visit alexandriava.gov/Opioids\n\ n\nLocation: Walgreens Pharmacy\nAudience: Anyone may attend\nTags: APDCal endar\, Criminal Justice\, DCHS\, Eco-City\, Fire Department\, Health\, Mt . Vernon Ave.\, Parents\, Public Safety\n\nImport this event into your cal endar: http://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/iCal.aspx?id=1&si=57368\n\nWe b resources:\n\nLearn more about this event.\nhttps://www.alexandriava.gov /SAPCA\n\nLearn more about safe medication disposal.\nhttps://www.alexandr iava.gov/opioids/disposing-of-unused-and-expired-medication-safely\n DTEND:20240427T180000Z DTSTAMP:20240403T211236Z DTSTART:20240427T140000Z LOCATION:Walgreens Pharmacy SEQUENCE:6 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:Drug Take Back Day at Walgreens TRANSP:OPAQUE UID:93cd4201-63a5-4b78-b244-257c48f560d4 URL:https://www.alexandriava.gov/SAPCA X-COA-DTSTAMP:20240403T211236Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR