Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
☔ Today’s weather: Sprinkles early. Overcast. Cool. High of 59.
☔ Tomorrow: Sprinkles early. Overcast. Cool. High of 57 and low of 49. Sunrise at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:36 pm.
🚨 You need to know
A rabbit-themed art and activities festival is making a comeback at the Torpedo Factory Art Center (105 North Union Street) this weekend.
BunnyFest features artwork inspired by rabbits, hands-on activities and demonstrations. Guests can also meet rabbits from Friends of Rabbits, a nonprofit rescue group for domestic rabbits.
In addition to bunny-themed crafts, visitors can pick up some rabbit-themed artwork from Torpedo Factory artists or silflay at some waterfront restaurants.
The event is on Saturday, April 8, and runs from noon to 4 p.m.
📈 Wednesday’s most read
The following are the most-read ALXnow articles for Apr 5, 2023.
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- Work starts on new Alexandria waterfront ‘Maritime Heritage Center’ celebrating the Age of Sail (388 views)
- Alexandria band Hanoi Ragmen and ACHS teacher win regional Wammie Awards (208 views)
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📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on today in Alexandria, from our event calendar.
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Made in Alexandria Fall Makers’ Market
The Made in ALX Fall Makers’ Market at Port City Brewing Co. in Alexandria is set for Sunday, Sept. 24!
This is the fall’s most fun sip-and-shop, featuring craft beer from the award-winning Port City Brewing Co. along with food,
2023 Alexandria Fall Festival
Food trucks, bounce houses, pony rides, magic shows and more at the 2023 Alexandria Fall Festival, an Alexandria Living event presented by The Patterson Group. Join us at River Farm on Sunday, Nov. 5 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
