Meet the 2024 Legends
Reception set for Nov.7 at GW Masonic National Memorial.
The newest Living Legends of Alexandria will be honored at the annual Meet the Legends reception Nov. 7 at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial.
Preserving Douglass Memorial Cemetery
Johnson to present updates Sept. 8. at Black History Museum.
Michael Johnson is a life-long Alexandrian, born and raised at a time when the city was divided by race. As a kid, he used to play in a field overrun by weeds, not realizing until decades later that it was the Frederick Douglass Memorial Cemetery, a historic African American cemetery where generations of his ancestors are buried.
Labor Day and the Need for Stronger Rights in Virginia
Labor Day is coming up next Monday, allowing us a time to pause and honor the immense contributions of the laborers who have and continue to drive the prosperity of Virginia and our nation.
Arlington NAACP Opposes Dismissal of Human Rights Commissioners
The NAACP Arlington Branch strongly opposes the Arlington County Board’s dismissal of the Human Rights Commissioners and the proposed changes to the Human Rights Ordinance which would scale back the Commission’s oversight of employment discrimination and authority to act on alleged human rights violations.
Celebration of Women’s Equality Day 2024
Workhouse Arts Center marks suffrage anniversary
Women’s Equality Day, celebrated every year, officially on Aug. 26, marks the granting of women’s right to vote, enshrined in the U.S. Constitution by the 19th Amendment in 1920.
Preparing For Another Tough Budget Season
Could data centers, meals tax, or Tysons casino help out?
County supervisors are aware of the “projected shortfall based on identified county needs and equal schools growth” of $363.63 million for FY 2026. This was forecast at the Nov. 28, 2023 Budget Policy Committee Meeting and stated in the Multi-Year Budget – FY 2025 and FY 2026.
Shepherd’s Center Seeks Volunteer Drivers
Shepherd’s Center of McLean-Arlington-Falls Church (SCMAFC), an all-volunteer organization, is seeking additional volunteers to support its mission of providing free transportation to seniors for medical and dental appointments or run errands to grocery stores and pharmacies.
“Flourishing After 55”
55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.
Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City
Fairfax City Summer Restaurant Week is Sept. 2-8.
Taste the Flavors of the World in Fairfax City
Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille
Fairfax City restaurant offers upscale Central and South American food
Celebrating Innovative, Reimagined Coyote Grille
New Grant Opportunity for Women Entrepreneurs
Fairfax City wants to help its female business owners.
Fairfax City wants to help its female business owners.
Donate Clothing and Supplies to The Lamb Center
Donate Clothing and Supplies to The Lamb Center
Potomac Home Sales: July, 2024
In July, 2024, 46 Potomac homes sold between $4,750,000-$758,000.
Potomac Home Sales: July, 2024
Fairfax City Celebrates Its CUE Bus System
The rebranded initials stand for ‘City. University. Everyone.’
Fairfax City Celebrates Its CUE Bus System
Cure for Olympics Withdrawal
2024 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics offers 70 events.
2024 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics offers 70 events.
Community-Centered Health Assessment
All residents are invited to participate in Alexandria Health Department’s 2024 Community Health Assessment, beginning with a kick-off event on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at Patrick Henry Recreation Center.