Good morning, Alexandria! 👋 Today is Thursday, Sept. 4, the 247th day of 2025. There are 118 days left in the year.
☀️ Today’s weather: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 5 p.m. Increasing clouds, with a high near 87 degrees. South wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. The chance of precipitation is 30%.
A chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight, mainly before 10 p.m. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 65 degrees. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%.
🚨 You need to know
A free community dance party Saturday at Pork Barrel BBQ will raise money for Alexandria children in foster care and those at risk of abuse and neglect.
The event runs from 6 to 10 p.m. at the restaurant at 2312 Mount Vernon Ave. Ten percent of all sales during the party will be donated to the Fund for Alexandria’s Child, which works to enhance the quality of life for vulnerable children through community awareness and resource development.
“We want this place overflowing with energy,” organizers said in a news release. “Every person who shows up isn’t just having fun, they’re standing up for kids in our city who need it most.”
The party will feature live music from DJ Bob, who will play classics and dance favorites. Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktail specials will be available throughout the evening.
Admission is free with no tickets or cover charge required. Organizers are encouraging community members to attend, noting that a larger crowd will generate more funds and awareness for the cause.
The Fund for Alexandria’s Child promotes community involvement and develops resources to support children in the city’s foster care system and those facing potential abuse or neglect.
Pork Barrel BBQ is located in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria.
Here’s what else you need to know
Alexandria is seeking public feedback in a survey to understand the impact of flooding throughout the city.
The annual Nightmare on the Avenue Halloween pop-up bar will soon be reopening at 2312 Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray.
Volunteer Alexandria has released its latest roundup of community service opportunities, featuring everything from reading tutoring for elementary students to emergency preparedness training.
Four eighth-graders from Alexandria Country Day School have earned the Silver Award, the highest honor available to Cadette Girl Scouts, for community service projects addressing Alzheimer’s disease awareness and foster care support.
The City of Alexandria’s “Tons of Trucks” event returns Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St.
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📅 Upcoming events
Here is what’s going on today in Alexandria, from our event calendar.
- 1:00 pm: SWaM Certification Workshop
Things To Do
- 12 p.m.: Line Dancing at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 1:15 p.m.: Baby Bounce at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 1:30 p.m.: Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion – “The House of Broken Angels” by Luis Alberto Urrea at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 2 p.m.: Old Town North Farmers’ Market at Montgomery Park
- 2 p.m.: Film Series – “Thelma” at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 3 p.m.: Carefull Knitting – Knitting and Crochet for Good at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
- 4 p.m.: TCG Library League at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 4 p.m.: Preschool Storytime at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central League
- 5 p.m.: Intro to Robotics for Kids at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 5:30 p.m.: Sit & Stitch at Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library
- 6 p.m.: First Thursday: Antique Appraisals on the Avenue in Del Ray
- 6 p.m.: Author Event: James Ponti in conversation with Jason Reynolds at Nannie J. Lee Rec Center
- 6 p.m.: Dungeons and Dragons: Teen Group at Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
- 6 p.m.: Coding Game Night at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
- 6 p.m.: Nerdy Knotters at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library
- 6:30 p.m.: CatRad Charm Bar at Stardust Vintage
- 219 Restaurant: Mike Kelley & Friends at 9 p.m.
- Alexandria Bier Garden: Open Mic Comedy at 7 p.m., Trivia at 7:30 p.m.
- Aslin ALX: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Augie’s Mussel House & Beer Garden: Live music at 5 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 Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap: Gigi MacLaughlin at 6 p.m.
- Lost Boy Cider: Trivia at 7 p.m.
- Murphy’s Pub: Pat Garvey & Rook Richards at 8:30 p.m.
- O’Shaughnessy’s Pub: Fantasma Some Nobodies and Muta at 9 p.m.
- Rock It Grill: Karaoke at 9:30 p.m.
- The Study at Morrison House: Live Piano Music at 6 p.m.
City of Alexandria Events & Public Meetings
- 9 a.m.: Recovery Month Celebration
- 4:30 p.m.: Commission on Aging Economic Committee
- 6 p.m.: ACPS School Board Meeting
- 7 p.m.: Housing Affordability Advisory Committee
- 7 p.m.: Planning Commission Public Hearing
