Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 65 degrees. Northwest wind around 7 mph. Increasing clouds tonight, with a low around 46 degrees. South wind 3 to 5 mph. It will be mostly sunny on Friday, with a high near 78 degrees. South wind 7 to 12 mph increasing to 13 to 18 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 22 mph.
🚨 You need to know
The Lyles Brothers Sports Foundation Inc. announced Wednesday (April 16) that former Alexandria School Board Chair Meagan Alderton has been elected as its new President of the Board of Directors.
We are thrilled to announce Meagan Alderton has been elected as the new President of our Board of Directors. Meagan brings over 14 years of nonprofit experience and a passion for physical and mental health.
The Lyles Brothers Sports Foundation was started by the family of track and field athlete, Olympian, and Alexandria City High School graduate, Noah Lyles. The name of the foundation refers to Noah and his brother, Josephus, who is also a professional athlete.
Alderton was elected to the Alexandria City School Board in 2018 and served two full terms through December 2024. She served as Board chair from January 2021 to July 2023.
The mission of the Lyle Brothers Sports Foundation is to “empower youth through the advancement of health and wellness in communities nationwide. We provide financial support and motivation by collaborating with global, national, and local partners”.
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📈 Wednesday’s most read
The following are the most-read ALXnow articles for April 16, 2025.
- Alexandria’s plan to fight flooding will close Waterfront Park and Point Lumley Park for at least two years
- Ford’s Garage, a vintage car-themed restaurant chain, is looking to open a location in Alexandria
- Alexandria Police seek public’s help to identify 7-11 robbery suspect
📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s happening today in Alexandria, from our newsletter and event calendar.
- 6 p.m.: Protecting Your Peace: A conversation with Amanda Miller Littlejohn
- 6 p.m.: Art+Wine+Cheese: – Come to Nepenthe to See an Exciting New Acquisition!
Things To Do
- 9 a.m.: Former Federal Workers: Coffee, Crafts, & Networking at Piece Out Del Ray
- 11 a.m.: All Alexandria Reads: Adventure Story Time – A Story Time For Ages 2+ at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
- 12 p.m.: Line Dancing at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 3 p.m.: Old Town North Farmers Market at Montgomery Park
- 5 p.m.: Paws & Play: Spring Fling for Dogs at Embassy Suites Old Town
- 5:30 p.m.: Alexandria Oddball Cinema – The Phantom of the Open at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 6 p.m.: Nerdy Knotters – Knitting and Crochet group at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 6 p.m.: Protecting Your Peace: A conversation with Amanda Miller Littlejohn at ALX Community – Waterfront Location
- 6 p.m.: Art+Wine+Cheese: – Come to Nepenthe to See an Exciting New Acquisition! at Nepenthe Gallery
- 6:30 p.m.: Pages & Pints at Port City Brewing Company
- 6:30 p.m.: Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop at PlantHouse
- 7 p.m.: Great Books Foundation Discussion Group – “The 7 Deadly Sins Sampler”, a Great Books Anthology (virtual)
Live Music & Entertainment
- 219 Restaurant: Mike Kelley & Friends at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Trivia at 7:30 p.m.
- Aslin ALX: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Augie’s Mussel House: Live music at 5 p.m.
- Daniel O’Connell’s: Andy Branigan at 7 p.m.
- Evening Star Cafe: Jeff Wells and Company at 8:30 p.m.
- Galactic Panther Art Gallery: Rap is Poetry Open Mic Night at 8 p.m.
- Hops N Shine: Trivia at 6:30 p.m.
- Laporta’s Restaurant: Ken Kilpatrick Trio at 6 p.m.
- Lena’s: David Manley and Mauro Miranda at 6 p.m.
- Lost Boy Cider: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Murphy’s Pub: Pat Garvey at 8:30 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Punk Rock Band Night: Undoll, Fields And Forests, Punk Rock And The CIA at 9 p.m.
- Port City Brewing Company: Monty Python Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Birchmere Music Hall: The Aristocrats at 7:30 p.m.
- The Little Theatre of Alexandria: Much Ado About Nothing at 8 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria
- All Day: ACPS Spring Break (No School for Students)
- 8:30 a.m.: Industrial Development Authority Meeting
- 1:30 p.m.: Hawaiian Star Dancers
- 5:30 p.m.: ARHA Redevelopment Work Group
- 5:30 p.m.: Public Health Advisory Commission (PHAC) Meeting
- 7 p.m.: Meaningful Conversations:Building Your Own Network
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