In Our Own Voice: A Community Mental Health Presentation

In Our Own Voice: A Community Mental Health Presentation

In Our Own Voice is a unique public education program developed by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), in which two trained speakers share compelling personal stories about living with a mental illness and achieving recovery. In Our Own Voice helps to foster understanding about mental illness in our community while providing an opportunity for individuals and families to share experiences, support and hope for recovery.

This free event will take place on Tuesday, March 19 from 7 – 9 p.m. at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington St.,Alexandria, VA 22314.

This event is co-sponsored by Friends of the Alexandria Mental Health Center, the Alexandria Community Services Board, the Partnership for a Healthier Alexandria and NAMI Northern Virginia.

Survey to Help Shape Future Look of Route 1 Transitway Service

Survey to Help Shape Future Look of Route 1 Transitway Service

The City of Alexandria, Arlington County and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) are preparing to introduce the region’s first rapid transit line using dedicated transit vehicle only lanes between the Braddock Road and Crystal City Metrorail stations. The rapid transit rubber tread vehicles will operate in dedicated lanes, allowing for more reliable and frequent service in the corridor. The vehicles will serve 17 rapid transit stations, and feature more amenities than standard bus stops. WMATA is currently conducting an online survey that will shape the look and feel of future rapid transit services in the region. Please take a few moments to complete the survey. Website: Route 1 Transitway Survey

If you have questions or need further information, please contact Susan Gygi atsusan.gygi@alexandriava.gov, or call 703.746.4109.

Family Bike Ride Saturday

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is sponsoring a free family bike ride through the Holmes Run Greenway this Saturday, March 16, 10 am, meeting at the Beatley Library. While helmets are encouraged, all riders 14 years old and younger are required by city code to have a helmet. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please RSVP to Jonathan Krall by Friday. jonathan@jonathankrall.net