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Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia bringing classical and contemporary tunes to Beatley Library

Published June 4, 2025 at 3:00PM

SONOVA Concert Series at Beatley (via Alexandria Library)

The Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia is bringing a series of chamber music performances to the Charles E. Beatley Central Library (5005 Duke Street) this June. The concerts will feature a mix of classical, contemporary, and movie music.

The series features four unique performances throughout the month, each highlighting a distinct musical style and instrumental group.

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‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ opens at The Little Theatre of Alexandria this weekend

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 4, 2025 at 10:15AM

The Play That Goes Wrong runs at The Little Theatre of Alexandria from June 7 -28, 2025. (via The Little Theatre of Alexandria)

The Little Theatre of Alexandria will present “The Play That Goes Wrong,” an award-winning comedy opening this weekend, which combines a classic murder mystery with chaotic mishaps and madcap humor.

Described by the Huffington Post as “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen,” the production runs from June 7 through June 28, at the theater’s location at 600 Wolfe Street.

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HRP Group sets virtual meeting for Potomac River Generating Station redevelopment

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 4, 2025 at 5:45AM

View of Power Plant from Potomac River on March 30, 2025. (photo by Ryan Belmore)

HRP Group is hosting its 18th virtual community meeting on June 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the redevelopment of the Potomac River Generating Station (PRGS) property.

The meeting will cover plans for residential buildings on Blocks A, B, and C, as well as publicly accessible open spaces.

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Alexandria’s ‘Make in Public Day’ returns to showcase local creativity

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 3, 2025 at 6:45PM

fibre space Announces Alexandria Make in Public Day: A Colorful Celebration of Creativity to Celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day (via fibre space)

Alexandria is gearing up for its annual Make in Public Day on Sunday (June 8).

Make in Public Day is a vibrant, community-wide celebration of creativity and craft. Originally launched 16 years ago as a small local meet-up for World Wide Knit in Public Day, the event has grown into a beloved tradition that drew over 350 participants last year.

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Final Suspect Arrested: APD closes case on 2024 W. Glebe Road shooting, three charged

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 3, 2025 at 3:50PM

Alexandria Police Department Concludes Investigation with Arrest of Third Violent Offender (via APD)

The Alexandria Police Department (APD) today (June 3) announced that it has concluded a criminal investigation with the arrest of the third and final suspect in a violent shooting incident that occurred in the 800 block of W. Glebe Road on July 30, 2024.

According to APD, Detectives from the Alexandria Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division have identified and charged 22-year-old Justin McKnight of Alexandria, 22-year-old Demetrius Charlton of Fairfax, and 20-year-old Jhamal Muskelly of Alexandria in connection with the shooting, during which multiple rounds struck an occupied home. All three firearms used in this case have been recovered. No injuries were reported.

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Alexandria scores as FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Team Base Camp

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 3, 2025 at 3:39PM | Updated June 6, 2025 at 3:00PM

City of Alexandria (Photo credit Hover Solutions for Visit Alexandria)

Alexandria is set to host Al Ain FC from the United Arab Emirates as an official Team Base Camp for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

According to the FIFA announcement on Tuesday, Al Ain FC will base itself in Alexandria during the group stage, lodging in Alexandria and using Episcopal High School as their training hub. The team is scheduled to play two matches at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., this month.

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Traffic Alert: Overnight closures scheduled for King Street ramps to I-395 in Alexandria

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 3, 2025 at 2:30PM

King Street westbound ramps to I-395 nighttime closures in Alexandria tonight and June 4 (via VDOT)

Weather permitting, the westbound King Street (Route 7) ramps to northbound and southbound I-395 will be closed for paving tonight (June 3) and Wednesday night, (June 4), according to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The ramps will be closed as follows:

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Alexandria to participate in Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week, Clean the Bay Day

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 3, 2025 at 1:30PM

Clean the Bay Day (via Chesapeake Bay Foundation)

Alexandria is set to celebrate Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week from June 7 to June 15, 2025.

The city plans to participate in the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Clean the Bay Day, an annual event dedicated to preserving the bay’s ecosystem.

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Ask The Mayor: Mayor Alyia Gaskins joins ALXnow for a one-on-one conversation on June 9

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 2, 2025 at 10:00PM

Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins will join ALXnow for a live one-on-one virtual video conversation on Monday, June 9, at 4 p.m.

Our “Ask The Mayor” series provides Alexandria residents with regular opportunities to hear directly from Mayor Gaskins on pressing city issues and to submit their questions for consideration.

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Alexandria to host open house for four West End infrastructure projects

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 2, 2025 at 9:15PM

The Holmes Run Trail (Staff photo by Jay Westcott)

Alexandria is hosting an Open House on June 11 to share design details for four infrastructure projects near Sanger Avenue and North Beauregard Street in the city’s west end.

The event runs from 6 to 8 p.m. at William Ramsay Recreation Center (5650 Sanger Avenue). Residents can drop by to learn about construction plans, work schedules, parking changes, and trail detours for projects starting this summer.

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Alexandria This Week: Softball showdown, Old Town Arts & Crafts Fair, and more (June 2-8)

By Ryan Belmore

Published June 2, 2025 at 2:30PM

Old Town Arts and Crafts Fair

Whether you’re looking to cheer on local teams at the Del Ray vs. Old Town Softball Battle, explore numerous live music options ranging from traditional Irish sessions to karaoke nights, engage with local governance at various city meetings, or celebrate Pride Month with a special drag dinner, the coming days are packed with opportunities for entertainment, community connection, and cultural enrichment.

Here’s a look at the activities happening in Alexandria from Monday, June 2nd, through Sunday, June 8th; enjoy!