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Kick Off Your Holiday Shopping At Alexandria’s Alternative Black Friday

On November 29th the City of Alexandria will be hosting its very own Black Friday! Dubbed as Alexandria's Alternative Black Friday, more than 40 independent boutiques in Old Town and Del Ray will be offering special deals on designer and coveted merchandise including home decor, chic fashions, gourmet food. classic toys and gifts for dogs. Boutiques will also be offering special discounts with some opening by 7 am.Continue reading

Run & Walk In Support For Education At St. Rita’s Annual 5K & Fun Run

Join thousands of patrons at the 16th Annual St. Rita's Annual 5k & Fun Run on November 16th starting at 8 am. The race take place along Eisenhower Avenue and it will start and end at the US Patent and Trademark. The event will feature a 1k Fun Run for kids followed by a 5k Run/Walk. An award ceremony will held after the race where top finishers will be awarded with cash and gift cards from local restaurants and retailers. Proceeds from the race will benefit St. Rita School, a Catholic grade school in Alexandria.  Continue reading

Hunger Free Alexandria Benefit From Catholic Charities Donation

On October 16th the St. Lucy Food Project and ALIVE!, members of Hunger Free Alexandria (HFA) benefited from donations from the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington. The donations which was made in front of Alexandria's City Hall included 5,000 pounds of non perishable food. The donation is a part of the Catholic Charities ongoing mission to address hunger in Alexandria. Continue reading

Enjoy Breakfast And Craft Fair With First Christian Church Of Alexandria

The First Christian Church of Alexandria will be hosting its Seventh Annual Craft Fair and Pancake Breakfast on its church grounds at 2723 King Street Alexandria. The event will be held on November 9th from 9 am to 2 pm. Patrons to the event can explore various booths and purchase holiday gifts from local craft vendors. Items for sale at the event will include handmade jewelry, soaps and lotions, greeting cards and much more. Patrons will also be treated to delicious comfort food. Proceeds from the craft fair will benefit the church's local mission projects while proceeds from the pancake breakfast will benefit Hunger Free Alexandria. Continue reading