Harbor Link Breaks Ground in Alexandria on New Infrastructure — “Harbor Link Holdings LLC, a Maryland based company and a leader in telecommunications infrastructure, announces it has begun construction on a new fiber optic infrastructure build connecting Alexandria to Ashburn, Virginia.” [Maryville Forum]
It’s Friday — Rain throughout the day. High of 73 and low of 60. Sunrise at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. [Weather.gov]
Frustrated Parents say Alexandria City Public Schools’ Enrollment is Causing Overcrowding — “Alexandria City Public Schools released new enrollment numbers, which show a slight increase from last year, but there are concerns from parents that some classrooms in some schools are overcrowded.” [ABC7]
Alexandria In Top U.S. Cities For Office To Apartment Conversions — “A new study named Alexandria among the cities for the most conversions from office space to apartments.” [Patch]
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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.