More Than 20K Vaccines Distributed in Alexandria — “The latest update from the City on COVID-19: 20,726 doses administered to Alexandrians; 4,666 Alexandrians fully vaccinated (2.9%); Positive tests up 19 to 10,056 in the City (259 in last week); 7-day Positivity Rate steady at 6.4%; 1 new hospitalization.” [Twitter]
Beyer Elected Chair of House Committee of Space and Aeronautics — “Really exciting news: my colleagues have elected me chair of @HouseScience‘s Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee! I am ready and eager to boldly go forward with an ambitious space policy agenda in the 117th Congress.” [Twitter]
Workforce Development Center Offers Free Courses — “If you have been recently laid off or you’re looking to change careers, upgrade your skills through SkillUp Alexandria & Arlington, which offers free, unlimited access to more than 5,000 online training courses in English and Spanish.” [Twitter]
Contrabands and Freedmen’s Cemetery Profiled on FOX 5 — “Thanks to @KevinMcCarthyTV for featuring the Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery on @fox5dc’s #BlackHistoryMonth field trip!” [Twitter]
City of Alexandria Academy Now Accepting Applications — “The City of Alexandria is now inviting residents to apply for its Academy programs. These programs are designed to teach how city government and its agencies work. Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, sessions for Spring 2021 will be held virtually.” [Zebra]
Today’s Weather — “Cloudy with a mixture of winter precipitation (during the day). Some icing possible. Temps nearly steady in the low to mid 30s. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precip 100%. Snow and ice accumulating 3 to 5 inches.” [Weather.com]
New Job: Staging Assistant — “We are seeking individuals to assist our current team on a part-time basis ( to full time ) with home staging installations throughout the DC metropolitan area. This fun opportunity includes working with the Lead Stager on site to determine optimal furniture layout, problem solve awkward spaces, art installation and accessorizing.” [Indeed]
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The Alexandria Branch of the NAACP, Shiloh Baptist Church, and The Departmental Progressive Club present the following two Primary Candidate Forums for the City of Alexandria Virginia. The events are free of charge and open to the public.
Mayoral Forum
● Who: Candidates for Mayor in the City of Alexandria, VA
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Pro Coro Alexandria – To the Sea
Join Pro Coro Alexandria, the chamber choir of the Alexandria Choral Society, this Saturday for our concert, “To the Sea.” Experience a variety of songs from beloved choral classics like “Shenandoah” and “What Shall We Do With A Drunken Sailor?”
Del Ray Kitchen Confidential Design Tour
Please join us for Del Ray Kitchen Confidential – a walking tour of recently renovated kitchens in Del Ray with the experts who make the magic happen! FA Design Build owner Rob Menefee and Design Consultant Melissa Fielding walk us
