McCafe for a Cause

On Mondays in June you can support the Alexandria Domestic Violence Program (DVP).

Each Monday during the month of June, McDonald's will donate a portion of proceeds from all McCafé products sold at MCD Mateos in Alexandria. Purchase one of the following products to support DVP:

Fruit Smoothies

Shakes

Frappés

Lattes

Cappuccinos

Hot Chocolates

Mochas

Macchiatos

Mondays in June

7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

MCD Mateos (North Henry McDonald’s)

1000 North Henry Street

Alexandria, VA 22314

For more information about the Alexandria Domestic Violence Program, visit alexandriava.gov/DomesticViolence.

Alexandria Police Christmas Tree Sales Support Youth Summer Camp

*** Christmas Tree Sale ***

The annual APYC Christmas tree sale begins Saturday, Nov 24th. This is our largest fundraiser, which covers the costs of 50% of our summer camp operations.

Where: 110 Callahan Drive, across from the Masonic Memorial

When: Mon-Fri 4PM-8PM / Sat-Sun 10AM-8PM
Why: This event will pay the way for 75 to attend camp next summer

If you want to volunteer to help at the tree lot, please email Sgt. Marcus Downey.

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For more than 70 years, the Alexandria Police Youth Camp has been offering children in Alexandria a place to meet friends, try new exciting adventures and participate in character building activities.

Skiing, knee boarding, tubing, kayaking, sailing, fishing, you name it and we get crazy with it! Windsurfing? We got it! Swimming pool, recreation hall, archery, campfires? We got it! Character development, team work, better self-esteem, WE LEAD IT! 

Our mission is to own and operate a camp for children, where they can receive wholesome recreation, moral, physical, mental, cultural and civil training. Since 1947, we have sent more than 20,000 children to Kilmarnock, Virginia to have the time of their lives. And with our great relationship to the Peninsula YMCA, we look forward to helping thousands more!
  

What are you waiting for? Sign your child up today!

2019 Camp Dates:

Session 1: June 23 - 28

Session 2: June 30 - July 5
Session 3: July 7 - 12

Session 4: July 14 - 19

Session 5: July 21 - 26

Session 6: July 28 - Aug 2

Session 7: Aug  4 - Aug 9

We are excited about our past but even more about our future. 
We hope you will join us!

http://www.alexpyc.org/Home_Page.php

This coming Weekend: Alexandria Summer Restaurant Week

 August 17-26, 2018, Event Includes New Weekend Brunch Offering

For 10 days and two weekends, more than 50 Alexandria restaurants offer a $35 three-course dinner OR a $35 dinner for two during Alexandria Summer Restaurant Week, August 17-26, 2018. More than 25 restaurants will also offer lunch deals at $15 or $22 per person in addition to the dinner specials. New this year, brunch lovers won’t want to miss $15 or $22 per person brunch specials at 15 restaurants.

New to Alexandria Summer Restaurant Week are Mia’s Italian Kitchen and Café 44. Returning participants include Hank’s Pasta Bar, Evening Star Café, BRABO, Vermilion, Hummingbird, Del Ray Café and Virtue Feed & Grain. Restaurants with lunch offerings include The Majestic, Vola’s Dockside Grill, Bastille Brasserie & Bar, Blackwall Hitch and Society Fair. Restaurants with brunch specials include Chadwicks, Cheesetique, Cedar Knoll, The Wharf and Vermilion.

Alexandria Summer Restaurant Week showcases the inventiveness of local chefs in neighborhoods throughout the city, including Old Town, Del Ray and the West End. At a range of locales, from fine dining establishments to casual neighborhood favorites, guests will savor the flavors of Alexandria's distinctive collection of eateries.

Later in July, guests will find a flip-book of menus on www.AlexandriaRestaurantWeek.com.

WHAT: Alexandria Summer Restaurant Week

WHEN: 10 days, August 17-26, 2018

WHERE: Neighborhoods throughout Alexandria, Virginia, including Old Town, Del Ray and the West End

HOW: $35 three-course dinner OR $35 dinner for two; select locations offering lunch from $15 or $22 per person lunch and brunch specials

INFO: www.AlexandriaRestaurantWeek.com; 703-838-5005

This semiannual event spans two weekends, making it an extraordinary time to transform Restaurant Week into a delicious Restaurant Weekend with special rates at luxurious hotels just steps from eateries. To find hotel information, go to www.VisitAlexandriaVA.com/Hotels. 

About Alexandria Restaurant Week
Alexandria Restaurant Week was launched in 2009 by Visit Alexandria and has since been a favorite amongst patrons and restaurateurs, occurring biannually in the winter and summer. In addition to serving as an economic driver for Alexandria restaurants, Alexandria Restaurant Week bolsters the city’s reputation as a culinary destination.

Alexandria Turkey Trot Information

Dear Neighbors,

The Alexandria Turkey Trot is only a week away, and our friendly giant turkey is missing your registration!

Head on over to https://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/ http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124824&qid=309741 to register now before the race fills up.

Looking forward to seeing you on Thanksgiving morning.

The Alexandria Turkey Trot Team

In this Email:

* Race Details
* Packet Pickup Information
* course
* Race Schedule
* Start Area
* Food Donation to Alive!
* Transportation
* Awards and Prize Purse
* Registration Information
* Volunteer Info

Event Information:

Date/Time: Thursday, November 24th, at  9 am sharp start.
Packet Pickup: Packet pickup will be held at the GW Middle School http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124825&qid=309741 from 6-8 PM on Wednesday November 23, and starting at 7:30 on Thanksgiving morning.

New this year, the addition of early packet pickup throughout Del Ray, details to follow

Course Details: Fast USATF certified 5 Miler http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124826&qid=309741 through the Del Ray Neighborhood of Alexandria.

Start Area:

Because of the increased crowd volume over the past couple of years, and the addition of an official stroller and doggy race, Strollers and Doggy runners will be required to start in a separate start shoot on the north side of the school.

Transportation: The race is one block from the Braddock Road Metro stop. Limited parking at GW Middle School will also be available to runners.

Food Donation: Please support ALIVE! http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124827&qid=309741 , a nonprofit organization serving Alexandria’s needy, by bringing two nonperishable food items (cans, boxes) on race day. You may also make an optional cash donation when you register..

Awards and Prize Purse:

Cash Prizes

* 1st M&F: $500
* 2nd M&F: $400
* 3rd M&F: $300
* 1st Masters M&F: $100
* Stroller Champ: $100 (net time)
* Doggy Champ: $100 (net time)

Race record bonus $300:

* Men: Habtamu Arga 23:31 (2015)
* Ladies: Susanna Sullivan, 27:11 (2015)

Age group awards:

3 deep: $20/$15/$10

* 10 and under
* 11-14
* 15-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70-79
* 80+

You must be present to collect your Age-group or cash award.

Award winners are determined from GUN TIME only. If you plan on being competitive, you should make your way to the front of the pack for the start.

Registration:

Registration is available now at http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.comhttp://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124823&qid=309741 .

Registration fees:

Age on race day

Online

In-person

12 or under

$5

$10

13-21

$15

$20

22 or over

$20

$25

Volunteer Information:

Volunteers are an integral Part of any running event, simply stated, races would never happen without the help of dedicated volunteers. If you don't plan on running the race, or if your friends and family would like to watch the race from a great vantage point, please encourage them to volunteer. For more information and to register please visit the volunteer page http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124828&qid=309741 .

Dog and Stroller Races:
This year Dogs and Strollers will begin in their own start coral on the North Side of GW Middle School. Additionally kids MUST remain in their strollers the entire race (including the finish), and dogs must be on straight leashes shorter than 2 feet.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday November 23:
* 6-8 PM, Packet Pickup at GW Middle School http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124825&qid=309741
Thursday November 24:
* 7:30 AM, Doors at GW Middle School open for registration and Packet Pickup.
* 8:45 AM: Invocation and announcements.

* 9:00 AM: Race Start.
* 10:00 AM: Main awards ceremony begins.

Title Sponsors: http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124829&qid=309741

Brought to you by: http://www.alexandriaturkeytrot.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=124830&qid=309741

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Eats Place is Coming to Old Town Alexandria

FROM EATS PLACE Chef Katy:  

  

After two years of serving our members and community in our Washington, D.C. location, EatsPlace is happy to announce our expansion to a second location in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, at the historic Torpedo Factory Art Center.

Old Town Alexandria is the perfect destination for EatsPlace's second location, with continuation of focusing on the best local foods and the vintage schoolhouse look of the original. The EatsPlace Cafe and Market at the Torpedo Factory Art Center is a quick-serve concept of eclectic sandwiches with entree salads and soups. It's a mix of healthy and decadent, which will include kimchi grilled cheese and an Asian fermented foods board. The casual spot's all-day menu also includes open faced tarts and cheese and charcuterie. The cafe will serve beer and wine.

And with EatsPlace located in the world famous Torpedo Factory Art Center, there will be project space for classes and demos. “We're thrilled to be working with the City of Alexandria to bring EatsPlace to Old Town,” said Katy Chang, chef and founder of EatsPlace. “The fact that we outgrew our original space shows what a vibrant food and creative economy we have regionally. We're very excited to continue to increase our brand and presence to champion food entrepreneurs in the DMV. We can't wait to broaden our community and be inspired by the artist community at the Torpedo Factory."

“We’re really looking forward to EatsPlace joining the Torpedo Factory,” said Diane Ruggiero, director of the office of the arts for the City of Alexandria. “Just as we’re seeking to sustain the arts in Alexandria, EatPlace is doing much the same in the culinary world. They see food as a way to bring people together and build community. They’re going to bring a whole other level of energy and engagement to the Factory.” 

About EatsPlace: 

EatsPlace is a neighborhood restaurant and bar, a food incubator and a restaurant accelerator.  We provide community commercial kitchen rentals and a marketplace with dining space to host pop-up guest chefs.  EatsPlace helps accelerate our members' success by providing tailored training, necessary tools and resources, and connections to the food industry.  For more information visit eatsplace.com or follow EatsPlace on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram via @EatsPlace

About the Torpedo Factory Art Center:
Founded in 1974 in an old munitions plant, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is home to the largest number of publicly accessible working artist studios in the U.S. In an effort to sustain the arts in Alexandria, the Torpedo Factory is now part of the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts. Just south of Washington, D.C., the Torpedo Factory Art Center overlooks the Potomac River in the Old Town section of Alexandria, Va. Each year, more than a half million national and international visitors meet and interact with more than 160 resident artists in 82 working studios and seven galleries. The Torpedo Factory Art Center is also home to The Art League, the Alexandria Archaeology Museum, and the EatsPlace Cafe and Market. For more information visit torpedofactory.org or follow the Torpedo Factory Art Center on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest via @torpedofactory.

TIGER Scout Information Night

George Mason and Charles Barrett families: 

Join Cub Scouts! TIGER Scout Information Night

• What: Pack 129 New Scout Information Meeting (Boys should attend also for fun activities)
  
• Who: Rising 1stGraders
  
• When: Wednesday, June 15th, 6:30 to 7:30 PM
  
• Where: Haverkamp Room, Westminster Presbyterian Church
  
  Families joining at this session will be eligible for FREE Tiger Scout books and be invited to join the Pack 129 picnic on Friday, 17 June to be recognized as new members! 
  

National "Flip-Flop" Day at Tropical Smoothie Cafe June 17

What is National Flip Flop Day?: National Flip Flop Day® is Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s holiday, every third Friday in June, when we celebrate our customers and raise funds to benefit our charity partner Camp Sunshine. 

All customers wearing flip flops will receive a FREE Jetty Punch Smoothie from 2pm- 7pm. 

Join us this year for National Flip Flop Day on Friday, June 17th! 

$1 Million Dollar Goal: Our 2016 fundraising goal is $1 Million Dollars! This year Tropical Smoothie Cafe will be celebrating our 10th year partnering with Camp Sunshine. We are proud to say our fundraising efforts and the work we do can make a real difference in the lives of the children and families that attend Camp Sunshine. In 2015, through donations big and small, we were able to reach our goal and donate $1 Million dollars to Camp Sunshine. We can’t wait to do it again! 

The Alexandria location: 

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
1556 Potomac Greens Dr.Alexandria, VA 22314

ACPS Seeks Input

ACPS Seeks Input on ACPS 2020 Strategic Plan

For Immediate Release: May 20, 2016

This school year Alexandria City Public Schools launched its new strategic plan, ACPS 2020, with the mission of 'Every Student Succeeds.' ACPS would like to request that you spend between five and ten minutes to help ensure the success of our school division and the ACPS 2020 Strategic Plan by taking a short survey to give your feedback about several important issues that affect our schools and the facilities, activities and communications in our community.

You can take the survey at tinyurl.com/acps2020. The survey is available online in English, Spanish, and Arabic. An Amharic translation of the survey will be made available at your local school in paper format

You have until June 5 to share your feedback.

Your responses are completely confidential. We have partnered with independent research and communications firm K12 Insight to administer the survey and compile the results. No one at the division will know if you participate or will be able to connect you to your answers. K12 Insight’s final reports will share only the overall results, not individual comments or responses.

ACPS 2020 envisions a positive future for our schools and our students. By sharing your perspectives you can help make that future a reality. Thank you for stepping forward and making your voice count.

Should you have any questions regarding the survey, contact the ACPS Office of Accountability at 703.619.8032.

ALIVE! Seeks Volunteers

Volunteers needed for ALIVE! Food Distribution 5/27-28 

Monthly, ALIVE! organizes grocery distributions for low-income families in Alexandria. As the May distribution falls on a holiday weekend, we are putting out a special call for volunteers. 

Volunteers are needed to set up the distribution stations on Fridays and to bag and distribute groceries on Saturdays. Individuals, groups, and families can volunteer either for one-time participation or on an ongoing basis. 

The sites are: 

Church of the Resurrection Church--2280 Beauregard ST. 

Set-up: 5/27 Friday, 8:30 -11am  

Distribution: 5/28, Saturday, 8:30am - Noon 



Cora Kelly Recreation Center—25 Reed Avenue 

Set-up: Friday, 6:30 -8:00pm  

Distribution: Saturday, 8:00am -1:00pm 



Contact volunteers@alive­-inc.org or call (703) 837-9300 ext.2. for more information and to register for events. 

Volunteer Alexandria Service Day for Youth

Volunteer Alexandria is hosting our first Family & Youth Community Service Day on Saturday, May 21, 2016 to engage our youngest volunteers in service! 

We will have two projects located in the Del Ray area for two different age groups. The first will be for elementary aged children hosted at the Mount Vernon Community School. Volunteers will help pack bags that will be distributed by the USO at airports to soldiers heading overseas. Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn more about community service in Alexandria and how to remain engaged. This project will be from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Families can sign up HERE http://handsonconnect.volunteeralexandria.org/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Details_Page?id=a0CU000000fdZkhMAE. 

The second project will be for high school aged volunteers. Volunteers will be assisting with landscaping and gardening for the Duncan Library and the Mount Vernon Community School. Volunteers will learn best practices will helping two community spaces look clean and put together. This project will be from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Volunteers can sign up HERE http://handsonconnect.volunteeralexandria.org/HOC__Volunteer_Opportunity_Details_Page?id=a0CU000000fda5CMAQ. 

After the projects, all volunteers will be served lunch from the Cabot Gratitude Grille's Mac & Cheese Bar! If you have any questions, please contact Sami Smyth at 703-836-2176 or ACS@VolunteerAlexandria.org. 

21st Annual First Night Alexandria

Fireworks, Over 175 Live Shows at Largest Family-Friendly
New Year’s Eve Party in the DC Region

The largest family-friendly New Year’s Eve party in the region takes over Old Town Alexandria with more than 175 performances at 28 venues in Old Town and one in Del Ray, with live music, dancing and children’s activities. The afternoon’s Seventh Annual Fun Hunt is joined by all-new activities for couples and families. First Night’s fireworks finale returns with a spectacular display over the Potomac River at midnight. Afternoon activities from 2-5 p.m. Performances from 7 p.m.-midnight. $20 before December 14; $30 after. Children under 12 and active military are free. 703-746-3299, FirstNightAlexandria.org. #ALXFirstNight

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ALEXANDRIA, VA – A spectacular fireworks display over the Potomac River will ring in the New Year as part of First Night Alexandria, the largest family-friendly and alcohol-free New Year’s Eve party in the Washington, DC region. All of Old Town will be buzzing with activity from 2 p.m. to midnight. Afternoon activities and the Seventh Annual Fun Hunt will be followed at 7 p.m. by more than 175 live performances at 28 indoor venues in Old Town and one in Del Ray.

Each year, revelers stroll Old Town Alexandria’s historic streets among art galleries, historic sites, churches and even retail shops that have been transformed into cozy performance venues. Intimate concerts at Principle Gallery and Imagine Artwear will entertain guests while the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the George Washington Masonic Memorial rock with dancing to great bands. Old Town’s many restaurants and pubs welcome First Night fans, with a choice of eateries catering to families with children or folks looking for an upscale date night. First Night hotel packages make for an attractive long weekend in Alexandria, and provide a chance to take in even more arts, shopping and culture in the city. A complete New Year’s Eve getaway can be planned at VisitAlexandriaVA.com/FirstNight.

ENTERTAINMENT 7 PM to MIDNIGHT

The main event begins at 7 p.m. with live performances at 28 indoor venues in Old Town. The city’s most musical evening features rocking rhythm and blues, traditional Irish music, acoustic folk and more.

This family-friendly event is chock-full of activities for kids throughout the night, including face painting, a moon bounce, clowns doing balloon sculptures and interactive games. Children’s performer Groovy Nate will bring his unique blend of music, movement, puppet skits and comedy to First Night, and the Old Fashioned Carnival in Del Ray will feature games, music, prizes and more. The Battle of the Local Stars returns in 2015, with teenage musicians competing for a paid performance spot at next year’s event. Alcohol-free venues keep it fun and accessible for all ages – and children under 12 and active military are free.

AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES 2 to 5 PM

Daytime activities kick off at 2 p.m. at locations throughout town, including the seventh annual all-ages, brain-teasing Fun Hunt. Additional First Night activities range from tasting events to interactive art lessons and pet-friendly gatherings hosted by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Returning kid-friendly activities are presented by the Torpedo Factory Art Center, The Art League, the Alexandria Archaeology Museum and Hooray for Books!

EVENT DETAILS

WHAT:        First Night Alexandria

WHERE:      Event: 28 venues in Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314
                   Headquarters: Durant Arts Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
                   Fireworks Finale: Unit block of King Street and along the waterfront, Alexandria, VA 22314

DATE:         December 31, 2015

TIME:         Afternoon activities: 2-5 p.m. including Seventh Annual Fun Hunt
                  Performances: 7 p.m.-midnight at venues throughout Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314
                  Fireworks: Midnight along the Potomac River at the foot of King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

INFO:          FirstNightAlexandria.org; VisitAlexandriaVA.com/FirstNight; 703-746-3299

ADMISSION: $20 before December 14, $30 after, children 12 and under and active military free

                   Where to Purchase Admission Badges:
                   > Online at FirstNightAlexandria.org/tickets and pick up your badge at the Alexandria Visitors Center (221 King St.) beginning December 21; or pick up your online-purchased badge on December 31 beginning at noon at the Durant Arts Center (1605 Cameron St.) or beginning at 2 p.m. at the Torpedo Factory Art Center (105 N. Union St.). Badges will not be mailed.
                   > Badges may be purchased at the Alexandria Visitors Center (221 King St.) from December 2 to 31. Online purchases can also be picked up at the Visitors Center beginning December 21.
                   > Every venue will sell badges beginning 15 minutes before the first performance. Cash only on December 31 with the exception of the Durant Arts Center (1605 Cameron St.), Torpedo Factory (105 N. Union St.) and the Visitors Center which will accept credit cards.

New TWIG Cook Book

Are you looking for affordable and new gift giving ideas? The Twig, Junior Auxiliary of Inova Alexandria Hospital is pleased to offer our new cookbook, “Alexandria-Favorite Restaurants-Best Recipes.” 
Share great recipes for Buzz Bakeshop’s red velvet cupcakes, Clyde’s jumbo lump crab cakes, the Landini Brothers’ carbonara or recipes from 41 Alexandria restaurants. 

This 144-page spiral bound cookbook is now available for purchase. Single copies are $25 with tax, and may be purchased online at www.thetwig.org or at The Twig’sThrift Shop, 106 N. Columbus Street, Alexandria. Orders of 50 or more will receive a10 percent discount and not be charged sales tax. 

Will you be the lucky one tomorrow?

Tomorrow Could Be Your Lucky Day! 

Could You Be the 5 Millionth King Street Trolley Rider?

The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) is less than a day away from reaching their milestone of carrying 5 million King Street Trolley riders since the service started in 2008!

As part of celebrating this milestone, DASH, along with the City of Alexandria and Visit Alexandria, will be on the lookout for the 5 millionth rider who will be boarding one of the trolleys on Wednesday, September 9, sometime between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.  Alexandria’s Mayor Bill Euille and DASH Board Chairman Paul Abramson will be among the City, DASH, and Visit Alexandria officials who will be waiting at the Market Square to congratulate the lucky customer.  The 5 millionth rider will also be bestowed with a number of exciting gifts.  DASH is urging all trolley riders to take advantage of this exciting time and hop on board to experience the fun of the free King Street Trolley and take your chances at being the lucky winner! “It could be you,” exclaimed DASH’s General Manager Sandy Modell.  “So, come aboard the King Street Trolley on September 9 and join in the celebration of the success of the King Street Trolley and this milestone.”

DASH began operating Alexandria’s first clean diesel hybrid electric King Street Trolley in April 2012. Trolley riders immediately noticed the new design features, including bike racks, low floor design (no front steps), wheelchair ramp instead of the older hydraulic lifts, plus a smoother ride, and a more spacious and accessible interior. The hybrid trolleys consume less fuel, emit fewer pollutants, and provide a quieter more relaxing ride. 

The King Street Trolley transports approximately 2,500 riders a day between the King Street Metrorail Station and the Potomac River waterfront daily every 10 minutes, Sunday – Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. - 10:15 p.m. and Thursday – Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Riders can access trolley schedules and information at dashbus.com/trolley. For information on DASH routes and schedules, visit dashbus.com.

Stay Connected with DASH and the King Street Trolley! 

• Visit DASH online and sign up for DASH eNews! www.dashbus.com
• Like DASH on Facebook! www.facebook.com/DASHBus
• Follow DASH on Twitter! www.twitter.com/DASHBus