This week in Alexandria: Petting Zoos, Pride Gnomes, ‘The Wall That Heals,’ and Jazz Fest

From creative workshops and family-friendly petting zoos early in the week to a weekend packed with historical reflection and major festivals, there’s no shortage of things to do in Alexandria from June 9-15.

As the week progresses, residents can look forward to the opening of “The Wall That Heals” exhibit, a traveling, three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The week culminates with the 47th Annual Alexandria Jazz Fest at Waterfront Park and the Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market, ensuring a lively weekend for all.

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Monday, June 9

Things To Do

• 1 p.m.: English Language Learning (ELL) at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
• 5:30 p.m.: Eco-City Business Chat and Snack at Port City Brewing Company
• 6:30 p.m.: Joggers & Lagers at Port City Brewing Company
• 6:30 p.m.: Intro to Acrylic Paint Pour Workshop at Del Ray Artisans
• 7 p.m.: Let’s Talk Books – “In the Garden of Beasts” by Erik Larson at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
• 7 p.m.: Diversity Book Club – “Our Missing Hearts” by Celeste Ng (virtual)

Live Music & Entertainment

• 219 Restaurant: Just For Fun at 9 p.m.
• Alexandria Bier Garden: Open Mic Comedy Night at 7 p.m.
• Augie’s Mussel House: Live music at 5 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 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 at 9 p.m.
• Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.

City of Alexandria Events & Public Meetings

• All Day: ACHS Early Release Day
• 6 p.m.: Subcommittee on City Boards and Commissions
• 7 p.m.: Duke Street Land Use Plan Kick-off Meeting
• 7 p.m.: Alexandria-Caen Sister Cities Committee
• 7 p.m.: Human Rights Commission – Executive Committee

Tuesday, June 10

Things To Do

• 2 p.m.: Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns – with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell (virtual)
• 2 p.m.: Pokemon GO Club at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
• 6:30 p.m.: Tipsy Tuesday Workshop at PlantHouse
• 7 p.m.: BeerYoga at Port City Brewing Company

Live Music & Entertainment

• 219 Restaurant: Justin Gillen Trio at 9 p.m.
• Augie’s Mussel House: Live music at 5 p.m.
• Laporta’s Restaurant: Antonio James at 6 p.m.
• Lena’s: Walkaways at 6 p.m.
• Lost Dog Cafe: Trivia at 7 p.m.
• Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Trivia at 8:15 p.m., Pete Baker at 8:30 p.m.
• O’Shaughnessys Pub: Trivia at 9 p.m.
• Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
• The Birchmere: Happy Together Tour at 7:30 p.m.

City of Alexandria Events & Public Meetings

• All Day: ​​ACPS ACHS Early Release Day
• 3 p.m.: Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention Commission
• 5:30 p.m.: City Council Legislative Meeting
• 7 p.m.: Personal Finance and Career Building Workshops

Wednesday, June 11

• ‘The Wall That Heals’ arrives in Alexandria on Wednesday, will be open to the public Thursday through Sunday

Things To Do

• 10 a.m.: Free Crafts for Kids Every Wednesday at Made in ALX
• 3 p.m.: Painternoon – A monthly painting club! At Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
• 3:30 p.m.: Mystery Book Club – “Come to Grief” by Dick Francis (virtual)
• 4 p.m.: Creatives’ Club at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
• 5 p.m.: Animal Encounters: Bar C Ranch Petting Zoo at Beatley Library Parking Lot
• 6:30 p.m.: Pride Gnome Workshop at Lost Boy Cider

Live Music & Entertainment

• 219 Restaurant: Bill Pappas Project at 9 p.m.
• Augie’s Mussel House: Live music at 5 p.m.
• Hops N Shine: Trivia at 6:30 p.m.
• Laporta’s Restaurant: Ken Kilpatrick at 6 p.m.
• Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub: Kenny Kohlhaas at 8:30 p.m.
• O’Shaughnessys Pub: Karaoke at 9 p.m.
• Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.

City of Alexandria Events & Public Meetings

• All Day: ACPS Teacher Work Day
• 8 a.m.: Historic Restoration and Preservation Commission
• 9 a.m.: OTN Urban Design Adv Committee Meeting (Hybrid)
• 12:30 p.m.: Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) Trust Board
• 3 p.m.: ACPS Redistricting Steering Committee Meeting
• 5:30 p.m.: Alexandria Transit Co. Board of Directors Meeting
• 6 p.m.: Champions of Children Award
• 6 p.m.: City of Alexandria Community Cookout
• 6 p.m.: Holmes Run/William Ramsey Multi-Project Open House
• 7 p.m.: Commission on IT Monthly Meeting
• 7 p.m.: VIRTUAL: ACPD Monthly Meeting
• 7 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Alexandria Commission on Persons with Disabilities
• 7:30 p.m.: Carlyle Design Review Board Meeting

Thursday June 12

• Weather Alert: Air Quality Alert in effect for Thursday
• Bring your concerns and ideas to the Alexandria City Council Town Hall on Thursday
• SUMMER: Last day for Alexandria City Public Schools is this Thursday

Things To Do

• All Day: The Wall That Heals on display at George Washington Masonic National Memorial
• 11 a.m.: Alphabits A to Z Dance Party at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
• 11 a.m.: Creating with Collage at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
• 2 p.m.: American Style Mahjong – Learn and Play at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
• 2 p.m.: Summer Film Series – “Brutalist” at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
• 2 p.m.: Old Town North Farmers’ Market at Montgomery Park
• 5:30 p.m.: Proud History Hangout at Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum
• 6 p.m.: Happy Hour Concert Series at Carlyle Crossing: Rock Creek Kings
• 6 p.m.: Plein Air Painting Showcase at Nepenthe Gallery
• 6 p.m.: Suncatcher Workshop at Port City Brewing Company
• 6 p.m.: Summer Soiree Under The Stars at The Alexandrian Hotel
• 6 p.m.: Bestselling Author John Gilstrap Interview at Elaine’s Restaurant
• 6:30 p.m.: Metropolitan School of the Arts 2025 Spring Production: ECHO at Rachel Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center
• 6:30 p.m.: Succulent & Sangria Workshop at PlantHouse

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.
• Beeliner Diner: Bingo at 7 p.m.
• Carlyle Crossing: Happy Hour Concert Series: Rock Creek Kings at 6 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: Gigi MacLaughlin & Isabella Perazzo at 6 p.m.
• Lost Boy Cider: Trivia at 7 p.m.
• Murphy’s Pub: Pat Garvey at 8:30 p.m.
• Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
• The Birchmere: Robert Glasper at 7:30 p.m.
• The Little Theatre of Alexandria: The Play That Goes Wrong at 8 p.m.
• The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.

City of Alexandria Events & Public Meetings

• All Day: ACPS Teacher Work Day
• All Day: ACPS End of Quarter/Last Day of School for Students
• 8:45 a.m.: Supplemental Retirement Plan Pension Board
• 8:45 a.m.: Fire and Police Officers Pension Plan Board Meet
• 3 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Commission on Aging Health Committee
• 4 p.m.: VIRTUAL: Commission on Aging
• 5 p.m.: ACAP’s Community Meeting
• 5 p.m.: ACPS Strategy & Accountability Committee Meeting
• 5:30 p.m.: Proud History Hangout
• 6 p.m.: City Council Town Hall
• 6 p.m.: ACPS School Board Meeting
• 7 p.m.: Beautification Commission Meeting