The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Alexandria and nearby areas, set to run from 8 a.m. to midnight on Thursday.
Expect northwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 55 mph.
James Ross, who has led the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra since the 2018-19 season, will step down as music director after the 2025-26 season.
According to the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, Ross has informed the Board of Trustees of his intention to step down as Music Director following the soon-to-be-announced season. The orchestra’s Board of Trustees has unanimously named Ross as Music Director Laureate, a role he’ll take on following his departure.
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The PNC Alexandria Half Marathon will debut in Old Town on Sunday, April 27. It will feature a half marathon, 5K, and kids' dash.
This event is an evolution of the long-running PNC Parkway Classic.
Say hello to Cheese, a 2-year-old brown and white dog in need of a forever home.
Cheese would pair perfectly with anyone and is up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
Come celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s War for Independence with renowned music historians David & Ginger Hildebrand for performances of special period music. The Hildebrands will don period attire to discuss and perform music associated with Alexandria’s sister cities: Caen, France; Dundee, Scotland; Helsingborg, Sweden; and Gyumri, Armenia. Scottish music was especially influential in the American colonies, and once the French joined the Revolutionary cause there were musical celebrations for Generals LaFayette, Rochambeau and other French leaders. This concert event is part of the “Alexandria commemorates America’s 250” campaign. David & Ginger specialize in researching, recording, and performing early American music. Since 1980 they have presented concerts and educational programs throughout the country and abroad at museums, historic sites, schools and universities. Mount Vernon, The National Gallery of Art, The National Archives, and Colonial Williamsburg are among their many past sponsors.
Tickets are $20.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Wind Advisory for Alexandria and nearby areas and warned of possible severe thunderstorms today (Wednesday, March 5).
The Wind Advisory is in effect until 4 p.m. and covers Alexandria and parts of central, northern, and southern Maryland, as well as central and northern Virginia. Expect south winds of 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 to 50 mph.
Two Alexandria City Council members are taking to the airwaves with a new podcast aimed at keeping residents informed about local government activities.
Vice Mayor Sarah Bagley and Councilman R. Kirk McPike have launched "Council Connection," a monthly podcast focused on the activities of the Alexandria City Council.
Notes: Founding Farmers Alexandria offering a year of free coffee to first 100 guests on opening day
Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
⛈️ Today's weather: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 3 p.m. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. The high is near 68 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between three-quarters and one inch possible. Tonight there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1 a.m., then a slight chance of showers after 3 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43 degrees.
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Alexandria’s Complete Streets program, which aims to make city streets safer and more accessible for all users, will be the focus of an upcoming public program hosted by Agenda Alexandria on March 24 at the Lyceum.
Since its implementation, Complete Streets has generated both support and opposition. The city touts safety improvements, while some residents express concerns about impacts on traffic flow and automobile use.
Cherry blossom fans can look forward to a colorful spring in and around Alexandria as the region prepares for the iconic blooms, which the National Park Service says are scheduled to be at peak bloom from March 28 to 31, 2025.
Visit Alexandria has unveiled a lineup of cherry blossom-themed events, activities, and experiences in the city, giving both locals and tourists plenty of ways to enjoy the seasonal display.