The Duke Street Pedestrian Tunnel will be closed, and Shuttle services will be suspended, on Monday, February 19, 2024 and in observation of the Presidents' Day Holiday.
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Bright Horizons Winter Warm-Up
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Let's get moving... together! It's time for family fun at winter warm-up. Join Bright Horizons at Old Town Alexandria on February 9 from 4:00-6:00PM for movement and wellness activities and get to know other families in our community. This event is open to the community!
Designed by experts; facilitated by educators; created with working parents in mind. For more than 30 years, Bright Horizons has helped children discover their individual talents and strengths and become confident learners for life.
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Grab your best friend(s) and come celebrate Galentine's Day over brunch and of course, mimosas at Whiskey & Oyster! This is a special day dedicated to celebrating friendship and showering your girlfriends with all the affection! This brunch will be available from 9AM-4PM ONLY on Sunday, February 11th. Space fills up quick so make your reservations through OpenTable. Reservations are limited to a two hour time frame. They accept reservation for party size up to 6 per table.
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Transportation Management Plan
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Road Closure on Jamieson Avenue
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Pedestrian and vehicular traffic will be restricted until March 2024
Impacts associated with weather conditions and underground obstructions have delayed the reopening of Jamieson Avenue to March 4.
To prevent combined sewage from polluting and harming local waterways, RiverRenew crews must upgrade the Hooffs Run Interceptor at our construction sites north of Jamieson Avenue and within African American Heritage Park.
RiverRenew crews must fully close Jamieson Avenue to through pedestrian and vehicular traffic while they work to connect these two areas. Updates on these activities will be provided via social media and through program updates on RiverRenew.com.
Here’s what to expect through the remainder of the full closure of Jamieson Avenue:
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Crews working extended hours Monday through Friday and on Saturdays*
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Detour signs re-routing vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic
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Fencing and barriers across Jamieson Ave
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Uninterrupted access to businesses along Jamieson Ave
*Extended work hours are coordinated and permitted by the City of Alexandria
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Free Capital Bikeshare Memberships in Carlyle
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Carlyle Council is dedicated to helping its residents and employees live a balanced and healthy lifestyle by contributing to the cost of your Capital Bikeshare annual membership.
That means an $95 annual membership is FREE for those who live or work in Carlyle.
Ready to ride? Here is what you need to do:
- Go to thecarlylecouncil.com and visit our Capital Bikeshare page under the 'Explore' tab.
- Fill out our membership form.
- Receive your free membership code via email.
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Alexandria Named in Top 10 Best Cities
in the U.S.
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Alexandria was featured in Travel and Leisure’s World’s Best Survey as one of the top 10 “Best Cities in the U.S.” in 2023! It has been nominated again this year, for the third year in a row. Please take a moment to vote for Alexandria between now and February 26, 2024.
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Rive Renew Pendleton Street Construction
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Pendleton Street site construction footprint expanding at the intersection of Pendleton and N Union Streets
RiverRenew crews are getting ready to connect into Outfall 001 to support a healthier Potomac River!
Since 2019, the expansion of the Pendleton Steet site construction footprint has been planned and coordinated with the community and City of Alexandria. Until now construction activities have been east of Union Street allowing RiverRenew crews to maintain access to the public right-of-way and Oronoco Bay Park. As we approach the final phases of construction, our construction footprint will be slightly expanded into Oronoco Bay Park and Pendleton/Union Streets.
Here's what to expect at the Pendleton Street site from January 17, 2024 through the end of the year:
- Pedestrian Impacts: Temporary relocation of the pedestrian crosswalk at Pendleton and N Union Streets
- Cyclist and Vehicle Impacts: Minor reduction in the shared travel lane width for east and west bound traffic
- Parking Impacts: Restricted public parking near the intersection of Pendleton and N Union Streets
- Boardwalk Closure: Closure of the boardwalk and walkway at the end of Pendleton Street within Oronoco Bay Park
- Sheeting Installation: Some noise and vibration associated with the installation of sheeting along the shoreline
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at
Alexandria Waterfront
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The African American Heritage Trail Committee invites the public to join in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the installation of new interpretive signs along Alexandria’s historic waterfront. These 11 signs and 2 orientation panels illuminate the history of the African American community in Alexandria over the span of several centuries. The ribbon cutting will be held Saturday, February 10 at 11AM at the new Fishtown sign on the river side of Founders Park, 351 N. Union St. A reception following the ribbon cutting will be held in the Overlook Room (#325) on the third floor of the Torpedo Factory, 105 N. Union St.
For more information on the African American Waterfront Heritage Trails, visit the project’s webpage.
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Don't Wait to Clean Out Your Medicine Cabinet
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Last year, Alexandrians safely disposed of more than 2,600 pounds of unwanted and potentially dangerous medications. Rather than wait for a Drug Take Back day, many used permanent drop boxes located at Police Headquarters, Inova Alexandria Hospital and The Neighborhood Pharmacy. ASO partners with The Neighborhood Pharmacy and picked up 100 pounds there last month alone. Learn more about how you can safely dispose of unneeded prescription medications.
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Alexandria Community Fire Academy
Accepting Applications
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The Alexandria Community Fire Academy is now accepting applications! The purpose of the Alexandria Community Fire Academy is to educate the Alexandria community about fire safety and emergency medical response, while learning about the history, administration, operations and apparatus of an urban public safety agency. The goal of the Academy is to build partnerships within the community by helping participants understand how the fire department works, and to encourage volunteering within the community.
Participants will also have an opportunity, through hands-on training, to experience a "day in the life" as a firefighter/paramedic. They will learn skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), how to stretch a hose line, ladder operations, and how an engine and truck operate, along with special operations skills
The Fire Academy program is free and is open to Alexandria residents, business owners, and employees over the age of 18. The deadline for applications is Friday, February 16, 2024.
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Community Police Academy
Accepting Applications
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Get to know your police department! The Alexandria Police Department (APD) is now accepting applications for the 50th session of the Alexandria Community Police Academy. The Academy provides an opportunity for residents to learn about the police department, including administrative philosophy, internal policies, and the guiding principles of law and ethical conduct that govern the delivery of police services. Classes combine lecture and activities. Class topics will include patrol operations, gangs, crime prevention, crime scene investigations, criminal investigations, and the Special Operations Team.
The academy will be held Wednesday evenings at APD headquarters on Wednesdays, 6:30-9:00 p.m. from March 6-May 8, culminating in a formal graduation.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, live or work in Alexandria, and able to commit to attending all nine sessions. Applicants must have no misdemeanor arrests within one year of application and no felony convictions. A criminal history check will be conducted on all applicants. Class size is limited to 25 participants. To apply, submit an application by February 8.
With questions on the Community Police Academy, email the Volunteer Office at Mary.Bruno@alexandriava.gov. If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation & translation services are available LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov
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Sheriff's Community Academy
Accepting Applications
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The Chamber ALX's CareerCon 2024
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The Chamber ALX is hosting CareerCon on Friday, February 16, 2024 for high school and undergraduate students. Participants will be eligible to win a $4000 scholarship! Whether you are about to graduate from high school or already pursuing higher education, this program is for you! Returning in 2024 after a brilliant inaugural event, we are excited to connect Alexandria’s students, in both high school and college, with professionals working in industries of interest. Students will learn about the state of their future industries as well as essential curriculum skills for adult life.
This three and a half hour program is free for students to attend. A few lucky students, who attends all three sessions (opening, track one, and track two) will be eligible for our interest-based scholarships! This year our scholarships total $4,000.
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George Washington's Birthday Parade
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Mark your calendars for George Washington's birthday parade on February 19 from 1:00-3:00 PM! In the 275th Anniversary year of the founding of Alexandria, the 2024 parade theme is George Washington: Alexandria’s Original Living Legend.The 2024 Parade Grand Marshals will be the Living Legends of Alexandria, a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and chronicling individuals who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in Alexandria, Virginia. |
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Building Momentum's Summer Camps
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The Innovation Academy Team at Building Momentum is hosting a variety of Summer Camp opportunities from June-August 2024. Registration is now open!
Building Momentum's Innovation Academy camps empower kids to safely and correctly use “grown-up” tools and to stretch their imagination. Kids will engage in hands-on building while improving problem solving and communication, and giving them lifelong skills that can be transferred to any area of their lives.
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Power-On Summer Camp Programs
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The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities will offer its Power-On Summer Camp Program for elementary-aged youth entering 1st – 6th grade in Fall 2024. One location will serve Power-Up program participants entering 6th – 10th grade in Fall 2024. Summer Camp will begin Monday, June 17, and end Friday, August 9, 2024.
The Summer Power-On/Power-Up fee is $459 for the summer; $225 with documentation for free/reduced-price school meals and FREE with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) benefits. Program fees are subject to increase beginning July 1.
Visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation or call 703.746.5414 for more information.
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Mark your calendars! Bike to Work Day is May 17, 2024. You can register starting in early March. Be sure to select the Carlyle Pit Stop in order to get your free t-shirt here in John Carlyle Square Park!
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
The Bike to Work Day event will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024, at T-shirt pick-up points known as ‘pit stops’ occurring throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan region. Many but not all local events offer food, beverages, and chances to win raffle prizes for participants. In-kind donations of food, beverages, and raffle prizes will be accepted by the local pit stops through April.
If you're interested in becoming a sponsor for the Carlyle Pit Stop, please reach out to us at thecarlylecommunity@carlylecouncil.com and visit the Bike to Work Day website to learn more!
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