Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
🌧️ Today’s weather: Expect patchy drizzle and isolated showers before 8am, followed by mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 66°F. A northeast wind will blow at around 8 mph. Wednesday night will remain mostly cloudy with a low temperature around 54°F and a northeast wind at 7 mph.
🚨 You need to know
Avian enthusiasts should flock to the Alexandria Commons Shopping Center: there’s a new store dedicated to bird feeders.
Alexandria Living Magazine first reported that The Backyard Bird Feeder was coming to 3225 Duke Street sometime this fall.
The company’s website said the Alexandria location is now open, having moved there from across the street.
“We are now in Alexandria Commons, two doors down from Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria,” the company’s website said. “Please come and see our new space!”
There are also Backyard Bird Feeder locations in Burke, Woodbridge, Oakton and Bethesda.
📈 Tuesday’s most read
The following are the most-read ALXnow articles for Sep 26, 2023.
- Victim says he was stripped of clothes at gunpoint in Mount Vernon Avenue robbery
- Construction on King Street intersection redesign kicking off next week
- Old Town Ace Hardware getting external overhaul to match new expansion
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on today in Alexandria, from our event calendar.
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Get ready to Shake, Rattle and Roll with this one-of-a-kind, high-octane rockabilly concert experience! Rockabilly Rumble is the all-new, musical experience celebrating the southern rock music that exploded on the scene in the 1950s. Organized by Alexandria City High School Alum and pro-musician Sam C. Jones, this band of world-class performers will have you dancing in your Blue Suede Shoes all night long with songs made famous by Bo Ridley, Carl Perkins, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and more. Relive their most popular hits, along with some forgotten gems. “Rockabilly Rumble” is a dance-worthy, foot stomping evening you’ll never forget!
This show is 21+ only.
YOU MUST HAVE A VALID PHYSICAL ID. A PICTURE OF YOUR ID IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.
Unwrap the magic of Black Friday and Small Business Saturday all weekend at Current Boutique! Dive into luxury with exclusive deals on pre-loved designer treasures, celebrating sustainable fashion with every purchase. Whether in-store or online, indulge in guilt-free glamour and support local businesses. ✨🛍️👗
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📅 Date: Friday November 24 – Sunday November 26
Christmas Through The Ages
Christmas Through The Ages – Join the Washington Men’s Camerata, and Guest Director Scott Tucker for a program of Christmas and holiday music spanning the centuries through today, featuring the music of Bach, Lauridsen, Abbie Betinis, and many others.
