Things to do in Alexandria and beyond this weekend, March 15 - 17.
Happy St. Patrick's Day weekend! Irish or not, here are a variety of things to do this weekend in and around Alexandria, Arlington and DC. Have a good weekend! March 150 Art Party Self-Defense Seminar for Women St. Patrick’s Day Party in Wales Alley A Baby Affair DC The DC St. Patrick's Day Parade
Things to do in Alexandria and beyond this weekend, March 8 - 10.
It’s supposed to be a beautiful weekend with sunny skies and temperatures in the 50s—perfect for going out. Here are some of your options in Alexandria and beyond. Have other suggestions for things to do this weekend? Let us know in the comments! Mardi Growl When and Where: 7 – 10 p.m. Friday, March 8 at the National Inventors Hall of Fame and Museum/USPTO, 600 Dulany St. Why go: According to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, this will be a “festive night of music, dancing, costumes, and more.” The event is the Animal Welfare League’s largest annual fundraising event and it supports the homeless animals at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter. Price: Online ticket sales are closed, but tickets will be available at the door for More info: …
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The George Washington Birthday Celebration Parade is just one of several historic events this weekend in Alexandria.
The biggest event by far this weekend in Alexandria is the George Washington Birthday Celebration Parade on Monday, Feb. 18. The parade starts at 1 p.m. Monday in Old Town. Much more information about the parade and related events is available at www.washingtonbirthday.net/events. Plus, stick with Patch all weekend for need-to-know info about the parade and other George Washington celebration events. Here are a few other things going on you may want to consider this weekend: George Washington Classic 10K Race (and 2K Fun Run) Revolutionary War Re-Enactment The Smithereens Alexandria Summer Camp Fair
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Things to do in and around Alexandria this weekend (Feb. 8 - 10).
While people in New England hunker down for a major blizzard, the weather here in Virginia will be partly sunny with daytime temperatures in the low 40s. Washington Metropolitan Restaurant Week continues through this weekend with lunch and dinner specials at more than a dozen Alexandria restaurants. Read more about WMRW here. Friday Knit at the Movies Alexandria Choral Society Sings Bach's "Komm, Jesu, komm" and Kluge's "Alexandria Voices" Civil War Songs and Letters Feel the Heritage Festival Georgetown ARTS 2013 Exhibit Mardi Gras The Mardi Gras parade and festival in Arlington is one of the biggest Mardi Gras celebrations in our region. For more information, see the Arlington Mardi Gras Parade guide on Clarendon-Courthouse Patch.
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Things to do this weekend (Jan. 24 - 26) in Alexandria and beyond.
Cold temperatures will continue through this weekend under deceptively warm-looking sunny skies. Here are a few ways to warm up this weekend across the metro area. Winter Restaurant Week Continues Where: At more than 50 restaurants across Alexandria. When: Every day through Sunday, Jan. 27. Why go: Restaurant week is a great excuse to go try a restaurant you’ve been meaning to visit. Details and menus from participating restaurants are available here. Price: Most restaurants are offering a $35 dinner for two or a $35 pre-fixe menu. SOHO Photography Project at Art League Gallery Where: The Art League Gallery, 105 N. Union St. When: Saturday through Feb. 3. Why go: The "SOHO Photography Project" features two works by each of the participants…
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Things to do this weekend (Jan. 18 - 21) in and around Alexandria.
This weekend is both the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend and the second inauguration weekend of President Barack Obama. (For complete inauguration coverage, click here.) If your weekend is not filled with inauguration-related activities, there are plenty of other things to do in and around town. Here’s a roundup. Winter Restaurant Week Starts Friday Where: At more than 50 restaurants across Alexandria. When: Friday, Jan. 18 – Sunday, Jan. 27 Why go: Restaurant week is a great excuse to go try a restaurant you’ve been meaning to visit. Details and menus from participating restaurants are available here. Price: Most restaurants are offering a $35 dinner for two or a $35 fixed price menu. Historic Beer Dinner Where: Gadsby’s Tavern, …
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A few things to do in the area the weekend of Jan. 4 - 6.
Christmas at Mount Vernon Where: George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate When: From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Why Go: This is the last full weekend to enjoy holiday decorations, chocolate-making demonstrations, 18th century dancing and more. Bring the kids for their chance to meet Aladdin the camel. Price: Adults $15; Seniors $14; Ages 6 to 11 $7; Ages 5 and under: FREE Special Exhibition: A Thomas Nast Christmas: The Civil War in Political Cartoons Where: Lee-Fendall House Museum & Gardens at 614 Oronoco St. When: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; 1 – 3 p.m. Sunday now through Jan. 15. Why Go: This exhibit includes some of Nast’s best and most famous holiday images from a time of difficulty for the nation. Price: Admission is …
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Some events to keep you busy this weekend in and around Alexandria.
Let Patch help you plan your weekend with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. Historic Alexandria Homes Tour and Marketplace Del Ray Artisans Anniversary Picnic Celebration Rock and Stroll Farm to Table: Cocktails, Tour and Dinner An Evening of 18th Century Games and Diversions Olde Towne Dogge Walke Library Events:
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Things to do this weekend in and around Alexandria.
What will you do this weekend? Let Patch help you plan with our list of local events happening this Friday through Sunday. "Funny Money" Eclectic Nature Gift and Garden Center Open House “Who’s On First Bass?” Concert Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Concert Car Seat Inspection Presidential Salon with James Madison Library Events:
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8:44 am on Saturday, September 22, 2012
Friendship Firehouse Benefit Picnic is also on Sunday 1:30 - 4:30 http://www.friendshipfire.net/friendshipfirehousepicnic.html Included in the ticket price are food from Pork Barrel BBQ, Hard Times Cafe, Alexandria Cupcake and Ben & Jerry's; plenty of activities and games including the Fearless Fireman Obstacle course and Bucket Brigade balloon splash, visits by the Alexandria Fire Department and… more ›
Things to do this weekend in and around Alexandria.
Check out our planner full of weekend activities to keep you busy this Friday through Sunday. The United States Air Force Band Chamber Players Alexandria Story Festival Carlyle House Historic Fashion Show DiverseCity Alexandria Multicultural Fest Alexandria Doggie Day Swim Tea at Downton Abbey “Twentieth Century Music for String Trio” Concert Library Events:
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9:07 am on Friday, September 14, 2012
Doggy Dive and Dip Sponsored by Dowden Terrace Recreation Association When: Saturday, September 15, 2012 Time: 1 pm to 5 pm Where: Dowden Terrace Recreation Association 6300 Holmes Run Parkway Alexandria, VA 22311 703-998-9761 Cost: $5 to be distributed equally to Homeward Trails Animal Rescue and Dogs Deserve Better The Dowden Terrace Swimming pool has extended its season to allow a doggy swim. … more ›
Scott Fallon
12:59 pm on Friday, March 8, 2013
Light Horse Sunday Funday Happy Hour featuring Scott Fallon acoustic from 2-5pm. more ›