In what’s turning out to be the wettest week of the year, Alexandria is once again under a Flash Flood Warning. The warning is in effect until 12:15 p.m.
NWS warns that thunderstorms may produce life-threatening flash flooding.
“Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads,” advised NWS. “Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.”
Flash Flood Warning including Alexandria VA, Rockville MD, Bethesda MD until 12:15 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/DHJEi3Skld
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 20, 2021
Know the difference between a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning?
A watch means “Be Prepared” flooding is possible in your area.
A warning means “Take Action Now!” flooding is imminent or already occurring.Sign up for the City's severe weather alerts: https://t.co/XkWFMkC5em. pic.twitter.com/ZHzXmozepA
— Alexandria T&ES (@AlexandriaVATES) August 19, 2021
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St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool, a play-based, half-day preschool in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria has limited openings for the ’23-’24 school year.
SPEP offers:
- 18 month old – Kindergarten classes
- Full day Kindergarten option (3 days/week)
- Early Care
- Transportation (ages 3+)
- Weekly Field Trips (ages 3+)
- Financial Aid available
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.
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.