Naomi Project Volunteer Training
9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Naomi Project Volunteer Training at Falls Church Presbyterian Church, 225 Broad Street, Alexandria. The Alexandria Campaign on Adolescent Pregnancy invites volunteers who are interested in mentoring Alexandria pregnant teens and new moms to attend an upcoming training with the Naomi Project. The Naomi Project is a free, confidential, interfaith program that matches one volunteer with one pregnant or newly parenting woman in a mentoring friendship that extends through pregnancy and the baby's early development. If you have 4 hours a month and want to help make a difference in the life of a pregnant woman, then this opportunity is for you! To learn more or to register, contact Laura Greenspan at 703.860.2633 or visit www.naomiproject.org.
“Recruiting Day” at Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site
1:00 – 4:00 pm, “Recruiting Day” at Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site, 4301 West Braddock Road, Alexandria. “Recruiting Day” gives you the chance to explore Civil War reenacting. Soldiers and civilians of 3rd U.S Regular Infantry will be on hand to talk about a soldier’s uniform and equipment, demonstrate drills, and explain the roles of military and civilian reenactors. Visitors can also inquire about how to join local reenactment units and learn what kind of clothing and equipment a novice reenactor requires. Admission is free. For more information, contact 703.746.4848 or www.fortward.org.
Alexandria Black HIstory Museum Presents “From Florida to Coahuila”
4:30 pm, “From Florida to Coahuila” at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe Street, Alexandria. This final film in the museum's series "Movies With a Mission" explores the African legacy in Mexico and focuses on Africans who escaped from slavery in the United States and made their way to the Spanish colony of Florida. There they intermarried with the Seminoles and eventually moved into Mexico and gradually integrated into that culture. A fascinating exploration of a cultural identity that transcends the constraints of political borders! This event is free. For more information, call 703-746-4356 or visit www.alexblackhistory.org.
Alexandria LIbrary Burke Branch Book Sale
9 am - 3 pm, Alexandria Library Burke Branch Book Sale, at the Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria. For more information, call 703-519-6000.
Alexandria Library Burke Branch 8th March Madness Festival
9:00 am - 3:30 pm, Alexandria Library Burke Branch 8th March Madness Festival at the Burke Branch, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria. The festival includes historic non-fiction author Thomas E. Crocker (Braddock’s March), children’s author Betty Shepard (Virginia: An Alphabetical Journey through History) face painting with Miss Nadine, children’s author Bebe Willoughby (Saving Emma), adult novelist R. K. Price (I’ve Already Met the Devil), Katie Balloons and her balloon show, folk dancers, plus refreshments and a BOOK SALE! For more information call703-519-6000.
Opening Reception, Works from the Heart, Topics of Passion
7 to 10 pm - Opening Reception, Works from the Heart, Topics of Passion, at the Gallery at Convergence, 1801 Quaker Lane, Alexandria. “Works from the Heart” will give a glimpse into the simple pleasure of inspiration. This exhibit showcases the diversity of artistic talent found in the Washington DC area. A variety of original artwork will be on display for art lovers to enjoy and to purchase. A portion of all art sales will benefit Convergence programs including Artists Way, Convergence Shared Artists’ Studios, and the Lab. The show continues through March 31. For more information or to make a donation contact Convergence at 703.998.6260 or visit www.convergenceccf.net.
Alexandria City Council Public Hearing
9:30 am, Alexandria City Council Public Hearing at Council Chambers, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703-746-4045.
African American Storytelling
11:00 am and 1:00 pm, African American Storytelling at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe Street, Alexandria. Master storyteller Baba Jamal Koram presents two free programs. At 11 a.m., explore the Gullah culture through traditional stories with “African Stories in De Americas: The Gullah People.” These exciting stories are fun for the whole family! Then at 1 p.m., learn how to give your stories dramatic impact and cultural flavor with “Black Storytelling 101.” During this workshop, Koram will outline the characteristics, philosophy and practice of the black storytelling concept and share the art of telling a spellbinding story. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling 703-746-4356. For more information, please visit www.alexblackhistory.org.
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Concert
8:00 pm, Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Concert at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, 3001 N. Beauregard Street, Alexandria. The concert will feature Maestro Kim Allen Kluge, voilin soloist Allison Bailey and vocalist Elizabeth Bishop and Ta'u Pupu'a. For more information contact 703-548-0885 or www.alexsym.org.
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