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Morning Notes

Face masks still required on DASH buses — “Riding public transportation in Alexandria anytime soon? Don’t forget your mask.” [Zebra]

Bike to Work Day is Friday — “The free Bike to Work Day event features over 100 pit stops around the DC region in DC, Maryland and Virginia. The first 15,000 people who register and show up to a pit stop will receive a T-shirt. Staggered hours and COVID-19 policies will be in place.” [Patch]

Friendship Firehouse welcoming visitors on May 22 — “On Saturday, visitors can view equipment from that period and learn about the history of the firehouse, built in 1855. Families with young children will be given take-home kits, which will include plastic fire helmets (while supplies last).” [Zebra]

Today’s weather — “Sunny. High 86F. Winds light and variable… A few clouds from time to time (in the evening). Low 59F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.” [Weather.com]

New job: Temporary COVID POD vaccinator — “Work as a team with Vaccinator Assistant to ensure best practices in vaccine administration, education, safety, and efficient vaccine throughput in a mass vaccine POD (Point of Distribution) setting.” [Indeed]

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Monarch Montessori School located in the heart of Del Ray is enrolling children 6 weeks to 6 years of age for our half day and full day program.

Our hours of operation are 8:00 AM  to 5:30 PM, Monday-Friday. Monarch Montessori School is open year round, with intermittent breaks.  

Children engage in self-directed, self-initiated activities under the guidance of a trained Montessori teacher. Classroom sizes range from 8-12 students. Our robust curriculum includes botany, sensorial activities, the social graces, culture, math, science, practical life, geography, music appreciation and language arts. 

You’ll get half off of the registration fee when you register and begin care with us before April 30, 2023.

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2023 Alexandria Scottish Rite Friends & Family Charity Event

On Saturday Evening May 6th, 2023, at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, the Valley of Alexandria Scottish Rite will be holding its annual charity fundraiser for kids with speech and language disabilities. This event is open to the public.

Del Ray Dog Fest & Yappy Hour

The 1st Annual Del Ray Dog Fest is a fun outdoor event that will include dog-centered activities, dog menu items, live music, vendors and food on Sunday, April 2 from 11am- 3pm at the George Washington Middle School parking lot.

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