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Don't be surprised! Roadways in Del Ray (and Rosemont) will be closed on Thursday, November 27, for the 50th annual Del Ray Turkey Trot. Road closures will be in effect from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Plan ahead and obey all no parking signs!
November 26, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Don't be surprised! Roadways in Del Ray (and Rosemont) will be closed on Thursday, November 27, for the 50th annual Del Ray Turkey Trot. Road closures will be in effect from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Plan ahead and obey all no parking signs!
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On Thursday, November 27, Line 33 will detour around the Del Ray neighborhood from 6:00AM - 12:00PM during the Alexandria Turkey Trot.
See the full list of missed and temporary stops at https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #alexandriaturkeytrot #ALXVA
See the full list of missed and temporary stops at https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #alexandriaturkeytrot #ALXVA
November 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
On Thursday, November 27, Line 33 will detour around the Del Ray neighborhood from 6:00AM - 12:00PM during the Alexandria Turkey Trot.
See the full list of missed and temporary stops at https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #alexandriaturkeytrot #ALXVA
See the full list of missed and temporary stops at https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #alexandriaturkeytrot #ALXVA
Get ready to slide into December! NOVA Parks is hosting a Winter Ice Skating Party & Ribbon Cutting with Mayor Gaskins and members of the City Council on December 4 at 6 p.m. We even have a special discount code you can use at cameroniceandlights.com! Use code MAYOR50 for a discounted $10.75 ticket!
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November 26, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Get ready to slide into December! NOVA Parks is hosting a Winter Ice Skating Party & Ribbon Cutting with Mayor Gaskins and members of the City Council on December 4 at 6 p.m. We even have a special discount code you can use at cameroniceandlights.com! Use code MAYOR50 for a discounted $10.75 ticket!
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Did you know that there are thousands of dollars in federal tax credits for home energy efficiency and renewables!
Want to learn more about what qualifies for the tax credit and how to claim it? Head to the Eco-City website! at AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City #ecocityalx #ecocityhomes
Want to learn more about what qualifies for the tax credit and how to claim it? Head to the Eco-City website! at AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City #ecocityalx #ecocityhomes
November 25, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Did you know that there are thousands of dollars in federal tax credits for home energy efficiency and renewables!
Want to learn more about what qualifies for the tax credit and how to claim it? Head to the Eco-City website! at AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City #ecocityalx #ecocityhomes
Want to learn more about what qualifies for the tax credit and how to claim it? Head to the Eco-City website! at AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City #ecocityalx #ecocityhomes
The Old Town Farmers' Market is moving... across the street! Starting Jan 2026, the historic Old Town Farmers' Market will temporarily move to the 100 block of N. Royal Street & Tavern Square during the City Hall/Market Square renovations. See you there!
Full details: alexandriava.gov/go/7638
Full details: alexandriava.gov/go/7638
November 24, 2025 at 6:14 PM
The Old Town Farmers' Market is moving... across the street! Starting Jan 2026, the historic Old Town Farmers' Market will temporarily move to the 100 block of N. Royal Street & Tavern Square during the City Hall/Market Square renovations. See you there!
Full details: alexandriava.gov/go/7638
Full details: alexandriava.gov/go/7638
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In observance of Thanksgiving, DASH will operate a weekend schedule on Thursday, Nov 27. Lines 102, 103 & 104 will not be serviced. Regular weekday service resumes Friday, Nov 28.
Admin Offices are closed Nov 27 & 28, including Customer Service phone line.
#DASHBus #ALXVA #ServiceAlert #Thanksgiving
Admin Offices are closed Nov 27 & 28, including Customer Service phone line.
#DASHBus #ALXVA #ServiceAlert #Thanksgiving
November 24, 2025 at 2:50 PM
In observance of Thanksgiving, DASH will operate a weekend schedule on Thursday, Nov 27. Lines 102, 103 & 104 will not be serviced. Regular weekday service resumes Friday, Nov 28.
Admin Offices are closed Nov 27 & 28, including Customer Service phone line.
#DASHBus #ALXVA #ServiceAlert #Thanksgiving
Admin Offices are closed Nov 27 & 28, including Customer Service phone line.
#DASHBus #ALXVA #ServiceAlert #Thanksgiving
Don't miss this week's City Council Legislative Meeting on November 25 at 6 p.m. Come in person at City Hall or watch online at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.
November 23, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Don't miss this week's City Council Legislative Meeting on November 25 at 6 p.m. Come in person at City Hall or watch online at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.
If you haven't already started defrosting those birds, now is the time to put them in the fridge.
And please, do us all a favor and don't fry your turkey if it's not completely thawed. Fry the turkey, not the house. More holiday safety tips at alexandriava.gov/holidays.
And please, do us all a favor and don't fry your turkey if it's not completely thawed. Fry the turkey, not the house. More holiday safety tips at alexandriava.gov/holidays.
November 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM
If you haven't already started defrosting those birds, now is the time to put them in the fridge.
And please, do us all a favor and don't fry your turkey if it's not completely thawed. Fry the turkey, not the house. More holiday safety tips at alexandriava.gov/holidays.
And please, do us all a favor and don't fry your turkey if it's not completely thawed. Fry the turkey, not the house. More holiday safety tips at alexandriava.gov/holidays.
Thanks to our fantastic employees and all those who make Alexandria the best place to live, work, and play. Happy holidays!
November 21, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Thanks to our fantastic employees and all those who make Alexandria the best place to live, work, and play. Happy holidays!
Alright, folks. You know what to do.
Morning Poll: Who's having more fun, Alexandria or Arlington?
Morning Poll: Who’s having more fun, Alexandria or Arlington? | ALXnow
It's time to settle the score. ALXnow's sister site, ARLnow, got caught in the crossfire yesterday between two public officials hoping to clear up one question: Which locality is more fun, Arlington or...
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November 21, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Alright, folks. You know what to do.
All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, to observe Thanksgiving. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/go/7625.
November 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
All City of Alexandria government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, to observe Thanksgiving. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/go/7625.
Love it! Let's see everyone's #CityHallMemories!
🎄✨ We’re taking a moment to join in sharing our #CityHallMemories.
One of the highlights of our year is the City’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Market Square with Mr. and Mrs. Claus! 🎅❄️
#DASH #DASHBus #DASHingHomeForTheHolidays #HolidayMagic #ALXTreeLightingCeremony #ALXVA #AlexandriaVA #NoVA
One of the highlights of our year is the City’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Market Square with Mr. and Mrs. Claus! 🎅❄️
#DASH #DASHBus #DASHingHomeForTheHolidays #HolidayMagic #ALXTreeLightingCeremony #ALXVA #AlexandriaVA #NoVA
November 20, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Love it! Let's see everyone's #CityHallMemories!
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All Alexandria Library branches will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
November 20, 2025 at 3:05 PM
All Alexandria Library branches will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
Alexandria is proud to be a City that recognizes and represents equality for the
LGBTQ+ community and its allies. We have received a perfect score for the sixth year in a row on the @hrc.org 2025 Municipal Equality Index! 🎉 For more info, visit alexandriava.gov/HumanRights.
LGBTQ+ community and its allies. We have received a perfect score for the sixth year in a row on the @hrc.org 2025 Municipal Equality Index! 🎉 For more info, visit alexandriava.gov/HumanRights.
November 19, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Alexandria is proud to be a City that recognizes and represents equality for the
LGBTQ+ community and its allies. We have received a perfect score for the sixth year in a row on the @hrc.org 2025 Municipal Equality Index! 🎉 For more info, visit alexandriava.gov/HumanRights.
LGBTQ+ community and its allies. We have received a perfect score for the sixth year in a row on the @hrc.org 2025 Municipal Equality Index! 🎉 For more info, visit alexandriava.gov/HumanRights.
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It's another great week to join us at Alex Library! Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to view our full calendar and RSVP for events.
November 17, 2025 at 8:54 PM
It's another great week to join us at Alex Library! Visit alexlibraryva.org/events to view our full calendar and RSVP for events.
Some great events are coming up this week, and don’t miss our extra special Holiday Tree Lighting, the last one in Market Square as we know it before the City Hall and Market Square renovations. Find more events at alexandriava.gov/Calendar.
November 16, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Some great events are coming up this week, and don’t miss our extra special Holiday Tree Lighting, the last one in Market Square as we know it before the City Hall and Market Square renovations. Find more events at alexandriava.gov/Calendar.
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning and a Wind Advisory for the region lasting until 6 p.m. this evening.
Any fires will spread quickly. Take care when driving and secure outdoor objects.
Visit alexandriava.gov/alert for updates.
Any fires will spread quickly. Take care when driving and secure outdoor objects.
Visit alexandriava.gov/alert for updates.
Current Alert Status
Visit alexandriava.gov for more information.
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November 16, 2025 at 2:16 PM
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning and a Wind Advisory for the region lasting until 6 p.m. this evening.
Any fires will spread quickly. Take care when driving and secure outdoor objects.
Visit alexandriava.gov/alert for updates.
Any fires will spread quickly. Take care when driving and secure outdoor objects.
Visit alexandriava.gov/alert for updates.
Calling on the archive keepers: Share your best historic/throwback photos of the Tree Lighting event from over the years! We need the nostalgia fuel ahead of the last Market Square Tree Lighting in its current form. Quote this post to share your pics!
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Calling on the archive keepers: Share your best historic/throwback photos of the Tree Lighting event from over the years! We need the nostalgia fuel ahead of the last Market Square Tree Lighting in its current form. Quote this post to share your pics!
Did you miss last night's City Council Legislative Meeting? See the highlights in our recap or watch the full video at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.
November 13, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Did you miss last night's City Council Legislative Meeting? See the highlights in our recap or watch the full video at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.
A temporary funding measure has been passed to reopen the federal government. More information will become available in the coming days.
We will continue to assist people across our community impacted by ongoing federal government actions. Visit alexandriava.gov/FederalWorkers for more.
We will continue to assist people across our community impacted by ongoing federal government actions. Visit alexandriava.gov/FederalWorkers for more.
November 13, 2025 at 3:21 PM
A temporary funding measure has been passed to reopen the federal government. More information will become available in the coming days.
We will continue to assist people across our community impacted by ongoing federal government actions. Visit alexandriava.gov/FederalWorkers for more.
We will continue to assist people across our community impacted by ongoing federal government actions. Visit alexandriava.gov/FederalWorkers for more.
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Lines 33, 34, & 36A/B will detour around the Potomac Yard neighborhood Saturday, November 15, 7AM - 10AM during the St Rita 5K Fun Run Event.
For information on skipped and temporary stops, visit https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlert #ALXVA
For information on skipped and temporary stops, visit https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlert #ALXVA
November 13, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Lines 33, 34, & 36A/B will detour around the Potomac Yard neighborhood Saturday, November 15, 7AM - 10AM during the St Rita 5K Fun Run Event.
For information on skipped and temporary stops, visit https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlert #ALXVA
For information on skipped and temporary stops, visit https://www.dashbus.com/alert-list/
#DASH #DASHBus #ServiceAlert #ALXVA
There's no place like Alexandria, Virginia, for the holidays! We're just 10 days away from the 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting in Market Square! Join us at 6 p.m., Saturday, November 22, for music, merriment, and a special visit from our friends from the North Pole 🎅
November 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
There's no place like Alexandria, Virginia, for the holidays! We're just 10 days away from the 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting in Market Square! Join us at 6 p.m., Saturday, November 22, for music, merriment, and a special visit from our friends from the North Pole 🎅
Reminder: City of Alexandria government offices are closed today, Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day. For a full list of closures, visit alexandriava.gov/go/7553.
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Reminder: City of Alexandria government offices are closed today, Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day. For a full list of closures, visit alexandriava.gov/go/7553.
Join the Alexandria City Council on November 12 at 6 p.m. in City Hall (301 King St.) for a legislative session. Preview the docket and find links to watch online at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.
November 10, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Join the Alexandria City Council on November 12 at 6 p.m. in City Hall (301 King St.) for a legislative session. Preview the docket and find links to watch online at alexandriava.gov/Dockets.
Looking for ways to get involved in Alexandria this week? Visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar to explore fun community activities, civic engagement opportunities, and events that matter to you.
November 9, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Looking for ways to get involved in Alexandria this week? Visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar to explore fun community activities, civic engagement opportunities, and events that matter to you.