Good Monday morning, Alexandria!
🌧️ Today’s weather: Showers are likely, mainly before 11 a.m. It will be cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 68 degrees. The southwest wind is around nine mph. The chance of precipitation is 70%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch are possible. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low of around 45 degrees. The west wind will be around eight mph.
🚨 You need to know
The City of Alexandria and Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP) are gearing up to host an Economic Summit on Thursday, May 8. This event will take a deep dive into the city’s economic health and what lies ahead.
The summit, which will run from 3 to 7 p.m., aims to spark a community conversation about adapting to the changing regional economy. Participants will learn about national and regional economic trends, learn about Alexandria’s approach to economic development, and explore the city’s potential challenges and opportunities. The summit will also unveil initial findings from a consulting team, based on early roundtables and community input.
While the exact location is still to be determined, organizers promise to announce the venue as soon as it’s confirmed. Want to join in? Registration is now open. You can sign up via the Economic Summit webpage.
What Else You Need To Know
On this day in 1925, Alexandria received national attention for its efforts to ensure the vaccination of dogs against canine distemper and rabies.
According to the city, “The development of pet vaccines had only begun a couple of years earlier and few municipalities had yet accepted that responsibility. But with a large number of dogs in the city, many roaming freely, officials acted quickly to curb a potential public health menace”.
Jessica D. Aber, who served as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead at her home in Alexandria on Saturday. She was 43. Read More
The Alexandria Police Department came together on Saturday to spruce up Charles W. Hill Park, the park pays tribute to Corporal Charlie Hill who died on duty 36 years ago. Read More
It will be a Battle of the Beltway this afternoon as the Nationals and Orioles face off in an exhibition game at Nationals Park at 1:05 p.m. The Nationals kick off the 2025 season at home on Thursday versus the Phillies at 4:05 p.m.
The Bradlee Shopping Center will welcome Spiceflife Indian Fare at the end of the week. Read More
Studio Del Ray, a new co-working space, has arrived at 2016 Mt. Vernon Avenue (above Shorty’s Deluxe). Website
Alexandria Police will host a Women In Law Enforcement Hiring Event & Open House on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. More Details
The City of Alexandria’s Office of Housing invites the community to provide feedback on the draft Principles and Goals developed to guide the Housing 2040 Master Plan (Housing 2040). The city says that the input received will inform the development of the final Housing 2040 principles, goals, and recommendations. The public can provide feedback through April 20.
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📈 Sunday’s most read
The following are the most-read ALXnow articles for March 23, 2025.
- Notes: Alexandria Police clean up park to honor fallen officer
- Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber passes away unexpectedly
- Notes: Spicelife Indian Fare opening next week in Bradlee Shopping Center
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on today in Alexandria;
Things To Do
- 10:15 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.: Baby Time at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 11 a.m.: Storytime in the Reading Garden – Even When It’s Cold at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 1 p.m.: English Language Learning (ELL) at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 4 p.m.: Make your own comic book at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 4 p.m.: Crafty Kids – Art activities for ages 5+ at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
- 5:30 p.m.: English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop – Intermediate Conversation at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 6 p.m.: Cherry Blossom Cocktails and Cuisine at Hotel AKA Alexandria
- 6:30 p.m.: Joggers & Lagers at Port City Brewing Company
- 6:30 p.m.: Yoga At The Library – with Human Kind Yoga Collective at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Just For Fun at 9 p.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Traditional Irish Music Session at 7 p.m.
- Del Ray Pizzeria: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Jim West Piano at 6 p.m.
- Mason Social: Rook Richards at 5 p.m.
- Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Colby Sard at 8:30 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Karaoke Night at 9 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The MacMillan Spirit House: March Scottish Session at 6:30 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- 1 p.m.: ACPS Governance Committee Meeting
- 5 p.m.: City Council/Schools Subcommittee Meeting
- 5 p.m.: Visit Alexandria Board of Governors Meeting
- 7 p.m.: ARHA board meeting
- 7 p.m.: Traffic and Parking Board Meeting
- 7 p.m.: ACPS School Health Advisory Board
Organizing an event? Submit your event to ALXnow’s Event Calendar.
