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.
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📅 Upcoming events
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