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The election is on Tuesday, March 2, so our calls on Monday night will be very important. We will provide the call sheets and scripts, though please bring your own cell phone to make the calls.. The meeting will also take place in the cafeteria, and there will be sitting by precinct. Please retrieve your name badge. That will qualify you for the door prize and serves as the proof that you attended the meeting. If you are a Committee member and you cannot attend, please notify the Committee Clerk, Mary Lyman by calling her on 703-845-1510 or email MSLyman@verizon.net. For more information call 703-549-3367. Pedestrian and Bicycle Citizens Group Meeting 7 pm, Pedestrian and Bicycle Citizens Group Meeting, at the Durant Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria. Agenda will include discussion of the city's snow removal plan and a brief review of the City response to the February snow storms; review of the city's proposed FY2011 budget with a focus on pedestrian and bicycle funding; and review of the city's requests for new federal appropriations. For more information call the Department of Transportation & Environmental Services at 703.838.3800 or contact localmotion@alexandriava.gov. Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session 6:30 pm, Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session, at Sister Cities Conference Room, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria, VA. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703.746.4550. March 2 Alexandria Planning Commission Regular Public Hearing 7:30 pm, Alexandria Planning Commission Regular Public Hearing, Council Chambers, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information, call 703-746-4666. Alexandria School Board FY2011 Budget Public Hearing and Add-Delete Work Session 7:00 pm, Alexandria School Board FY2011 Budget Public Hearing and Add-Delete Work Session at the School Administration Offices, Winkler Building Board Room, 2000 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Rosemary Webb at 703-824-6614. “Striking Example: Local Slave Patrols and Slave Resistance in Alexandria” 6:00 – 9:00 pm, “Striking Example: Local Slave Patrols and Slave Resistance in Alexandria” at Morrison House, 116 S. Alfred Street, Alexandria. Historian Terry Buckalew will detail the Spring Bank incident in 1840 involving a confrontation between a slave patrol and a group of local slaves just outside of Alexandria that has been called “the most renowned patrol attack by slaves” in this country’s history. Explore Alexandria’s heritage and culture as Morrison House’s stylish yet comfortable salon provides an ideal backdrop for open and lively discussions with artists, authors and staff hand-picked by the Torpedo Factory. Co-sponsored by Alexandria Archaeology. Free! For more information contact tfaa@torpedofactory.org. Prospective Docent Coffee Hour 10:00 am, Prospective Docent Coffee Hour at Carlyle House Historic Park, 121 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria. Enjoy History? Looking for a fun and relaxing volunteer opportunity? Carlyle House Historic Park, a colonial house museum in Old Town, seeks volunteer docents to give public tours of this historic building. Carlyle House, built in 1753, interprets the home and family of John Carlyle, a merchant and town founder. Come to the Prospective Docent Coffee Hour and Curator Tour at to learn more and speak with current docents and staff! For more information contact Heather Dunn at hdunn@nvrpa.org or 703.549.2997 or www.carlylehouse.org. March 3 Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session on Health and Environment 6:30 pm, Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session on Health and Environment, at Sister Cities Conference Room, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria, VA. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703.746.4550. March 4 Bus Trip to Richmond and Tour of State Legislature 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Bus Trip to Richmond and Tour of State Legislature. Ride in the comfort of a modern tour bus with your Democratic friends to visit your State Senator and Delegate, have lunch at and take a tour of the newly remodeled Capitol building, and see the General Assembly in session. Bus pick up at FCDC Headquarters 7:30 a.m., depart Richmond 2 p.m. Every Democrat from Northern Virginia is welcome – reserve your seat now! Schedule for the Day: Bus pick up at FCDC Headquarters 7:30 (2815 Hartland Rd, Falls Church) map: http://tinyurl.com/fcdc-hq. Arrive state Capitol 9:45; Capitol tour 10:00-11:00; meet with NoVA Delegates & Senators 11:00; lunch 11:00-12:00; view session 12:00-1:00; tour offices 1:00-2:00; depart Richmond 2:00. Reserve your seat on the bus now, $15 for Young Dems (35 and under), $25 all others. For further information please contact FCDC Vice Chair for Outreach, Herb Smith (outreach@FairfaxDemocrats.org). To reserve your seat on the bus: http://fairfaxdemocrats.org/?p=2488. Alexandria School Board Final Add-Delete Session and Called Meeting for Adoption of FY2011 Combined Funds Budget and 2011-2016 CIP Budget 7:00 pm, Alexandria School Board Final Add-Delete Session and Called Meeting for Adoption of FY2011 Combined Funds Budget and 2011-2016 CIP Budget at the School Administration Offices, Winkler Building Board Room, 2000 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Rosemary Webb at 703-824-6614. March 5 Women in Art: Body of Work Exhibit 7:00 – 10:00 pm – Opening Reception, Women in Art: Body of Work exhibit at the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. The Del Ray Artisans and Divas of Decoupage are proud to announce this exhibit opening. Women have been patrons, creators and figures of inspiration over the centuries. Artists will explore the varied roles of women in the creative life. The reception is free and open to the public as is the show, which ends Sunday, March 21. For more information, contact Ellyn Ferguson at 703-549-2660 or elferguson@netzero.com or Vivienne Lukacs at 703-979-8996 or viv703@msn.com. Visit www.TheDelRayArtisans.org for gallery hours and directions. March 6 St. Patrick's Day Parade/ Antique Car Show/ Dog Show 10:00 am- International Classic Car Show, 10:30 am - Fun Dog Show, 12:30 - 3:00- parade, St. Patrick's Day Parade/ Antique Car Show/ Dog Show in Old Town Alexandria. The event is co-sponsored by the Ballyshaners, Inc. For additional information contact 703-237-2199 or www.ballyshaners.org. Developer-Led Community Meeting On Beauregard Corridor Small Area Plan 1:00 - 5:00 pm, Developer-led Community Meeting On Beauregard Corridor Small Area Plan, at Ramsey Elementary School, 5700 Sanger Avenue, Alexandria. JBG Properties, the owner of approximately 160 acres that mostly Beauregard and Sanger, is hosting a community meeting to obtain community input in advance of developing more detailed long-term master-plans for their site as part of the City’s Small Area Plan process. The agenda for this meeting will include an optional walking tour of the property, discussion of new urbanism and plan concepts, team introduction, site analysis (review of existing conditions), and community comments and input. For more information, please contact Kai Reynolds, of JBG, at kreynolds@jbg.com. Fort Ward Park History Group Meeting 10:00 am- noon, Fort Ward Park History Group Meeting, at Oakland Baptist Church, 3408 King Street, Alexandria. Workgroup members are recording family history, identifying features such as graves, documenting historical photographs including family and landscape images, and helping with other projects related to the history of the site and in particular, to the African-American community that existed at Fort Ward. Meeting attendees should park at T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King St. For more information, please visit www.fortward.org or call 703.746.4554. 2 Men in Skirts Concert 2:30 pm, 2 Men in Skirts Concert at the Lyceum, 291 S. Washington Street, Alexandria. Tickets are @20 for adults and $12 for students. Buy tickets at www.rseds.greaterdc.org. For more information contact 703-838-4994. Alexandria Choral Society Concert-Pour l'amour de la Musique 8:00 pm, Alexandria Choral Society Concert-Pour l'amour de la Musique at Fairlington United Methodist Church, Alexandria. the comcert will be with Brian Gordon, the Artistic Director. Tickets are $10 for seniors, $20 for adults over 13 years of age, and free for children 12 and under. For more information contact www.AlexChoralSociety.org or info@AlexChoralSociety.org. The 23rd Annual Symphony Orchestra League of Alexandria (SOLA) Ball 6:30 pm - Midnight, The 23rd Annual Symphony Orchestra League of Alexandria (SOLA) Ball at the Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City, 1250 S. Hayes Street, Arlington. There will be a silent and live auction, dinner and dancing. Prices are $150 for first-timers and $200 for others. For more information contact Jane Ring at 703-548-7454 or jring10@comcast.net. Irish Heritage Program 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Irish Heritage Program at Carlyle House Historic Park, 121 North Fairfax Street,, Alexandria. Celebrate the Irish heritage of John Carlyle’s son-in-law, William Herbert. Enjoy Irish music, dancing, and other entertainments of the late 1790s. Make your own shamrock and learn the history behind the symbol. The program takes place immediately following Alexandria’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Come inside afterwards and enjoy hot apple cider. $5 adults, $3 children. For more information contact www.carlylehouse.org. March 7 Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry First Annual Bowling Extravaganza 1:00 – 4:30 pm, Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry First Annual Bowling Extravaganza at the Bowl America, 140 S. Maple Avenue, Falls Church. Teams of five will be bowling for fun and to raise funds for NOVAM’s HIV prevention programs and services to families affected by HIV/AIDS. NOVAM serves many families in Alexandria. NOVAM’s education programs are presented in various Alexandria locations including: TC Williams, Minnie Howard, and the Juvenile Detention Center. Each bowler is asked to raise $50 in sponsorships. Participants receive three games of bowling and shoe rental. All donations are tax-deductible. There will be door prizes, raffles and a 50/50 drawing. The bowler who raises the most money will receive a two-night weekend stay at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. For more information call Kim Sheridan at 703-533-5505 ext. 16 or 703-862-5069. Ten Thousand Villages Celebrates Women Shopping Event Noon - 6:00 pm, Ten Thousand Villages Celebrates Women Shopping Event, at 915 King Street, Alexandria. In honor of International Women’s Day, Ten Thousand Villages will donate 10 percent of the day’s sales to the Alexandria Office on Women’s Domestic Violence Program. Please plan to stop by, and bring your friends! For more information, visit www.alexwomen.com. March 8 Alexandria Transportation Commission Meeting 7:30 pm, Alexandria Transportation Commission meeting, at Sister Cities Conference Room, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact transportationcommission@alexandriava.gov. Calling All Young Democrats! - Alexandria Young Democrats March General Membership Meeting 7:30 – 9:00 pm, Calling All Young Democrats! - Alexandria Young Democrats March General Membership Meeting at the Alexandria Democratic Committee headquarters, 618 N. Washington Street, Alexandria. Please come out and join us for our first general membership meeting of the year! We will have a guest speaker from Organizing for America, the grassroots organizing arm of the Democratic National Committee on hand to discuss their upcoming projects and ways you can get involved. We will also discuss our planning of the upcoming Virginia Young Democrats Convention. Please be prepared to renew your $25 membership for the year and bring a friend! After the meeting we will convene for an AYD social hour. For more information, please contact Kevin Bailey at president@alexyoungdems.org. ‘Turn the Page’ Community Reading Event Special Presentation 7:30 pm, ‘Turn the Page’ Community Reading Event Special Presentation at TC Williams High School, 3330 King Street, Alexandria. “Turn the Page” will conclude its community reading event with a special presentation by Co-Author Ashley Merryman, who will discuss her book “NurtureShock: New Thinking about Children” and will be available to sign copies of it after the program. The event is free and does not require reservations. For more information, call 703-824-6635. March 9 Alexandria City Council First Legislative Session 7:00 p.m., Alexandria City Council First Legislative Session, Council Chambers, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703-746-4550. Alexandria City Council Work Session on ACVA, AED|P, and the SBDC 5:00 pm, Alexandria City Council Work Session on ACVA, AED|P, and the SBDC at the Council Workroom, City Hall, 301 |King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703-746-4550. iMovie Mentors Volunteer Orientation 5:30 – 8:00pm, iMovie Mentors Volunteer Orientation at George Washington Middle School, 1005 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. The iMovie Mentor Program is a mentorship for at-risk, minority and immigrant boys in sixth and seventh grades. Each child is paired up with an adult mentor from Alexandria and they work together over the course of the year shooting and editing a short film based on life around town. For more information, contact Linda Odell at linda.odell@alexandriava.gov. Support Health Care Reform Rally 10:00 am, Support Health Care Reform Rally- Meet at the Dupont Circle Metro Station in Washington, DC. The AHIP (American Health Insurance Professionals) conference will be held at the Ritz Carlton at 22nd St NW & N St NW, Washington DC. This rally needs your support. Join with Change That Works, the non-partisan group supporting progressive issues, as they rally for comprehensive health care reform. For more information, please contact: Shereen Zaid. Organizer, Change That Works Virginia at 918-409-6325 or shereen.zaid@changethatworks.net. March 10 Alexandria City Council Budget Public Hearing 4:00 pm, Alexandria City Council Budget Public Hearing at Council Chambers, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information, call Jackie Henderson at 703-746-4550. Alexandria LIbrary Burke Branch Book Sale - Friends Preview 6:00 - 8:30 pm, Alexandria Library Burke Branch Book Sale - Friends Preview Sale, at the Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria. Now is the time to join the friends! The sale is open to the public beginning Thursday, March 11. For more information, call 703-519-6000. Felting Accessories Workshop Session 1 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Session 1, Felting Accessories Workshop at the Del Ray Artisans' Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Learn how to turn those ruined, moth-ridden garments into felt, and how to turn the felt into fabulous fashion accessories like felted flowers, bags and scarves. Sewing machine usage and some trim materials will be provided. $40 for DRA members / $45 for non-members. Registration is limited to 12. Advance registration by Friday, March 5th is required at https://secure.delrayartisans.org/ssl/felting.htm. Tickets may be available at the door, please contact Susan Boyd at 703.973.4333 or wearitwell@gmail.com to determine if space is available. Session 2 will be on Sunday, March 14 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Alexandria Potomac Yard Advisory Group Meeting 7:30 pm, Alexandria Potomac Yard Advisory Group Meeting at Sister Cities Conference Room 1101, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Gwen Wright at 703-746-3811. Local Author Reading Series 7:30 pm, Local Author Reading Series at the Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria. The author Frank Joseph to talk about his book “ To Love Mercy.” For more information call 703-838-4566. Empowering Women for Elected Office Event 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Empowering Women for Elected Office Event at the home oef Mary Hynes, 1503 N. Highland Street, Arlington. This event is presented by Get Women Elected Now (GWEN). Help GWEN celebrate women's history month and attend the annual fundraiser. The featured keynote speaker is Congresswoman Debbie Waserman Schultz (D. FL 20th District), Democratic National Vice Committee Chair and Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee for Incumbent Retention. Sponsors are Senator Mary Margaret Whipple, Sheriff Beth ARthur, the National Organization for Women, Arlington County School Board Vice Chair Libby Garvey and the Arlington County Democratic Committee. Gold contributors-$250, silver contributor-$100, individual- $50 and friend of GWEN-$25. To RSVP contact Libby Garvey at rsvp@getwomenelectednow.com. March 11 Concert by Bob Sima 7:00 pm, Concert by Bob Sima at The Athenaeum, 201 Prince Street, Alexandria. Bob Sima is a singer/songwriter with warmth and sincerity in his tone -- “the real thng.” This concert is presented by the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association and the Songwriters' Association of Washington, with thanks to Broadcast Music, Inc. Second Thursday Music happens the second Thursday of every month at the Athenaeum. All shows begin at 7 pm. Tickets are $10 and available at the door. For more information contact 703-548-0035 or www.nvfaa.org. Alexandria LIbrary Burke Branch Book Sale 9:00 am - 8:30 pm, Alexandria Library Burke Branch Book Sale, at the Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria. For more information, call 703-519-6000. Contrabands & Freedmen’s Cemetery Memorial Information Meeting 7:00- 9:00 pm, Contrabands & Freedmen’s Cemetery Memorial information meeting, at the Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe Street, Alexandria. Residents, stakeholders, and members of the public are invited to attend this meeting and to give public feedback and input regarding the proposed design. For more information, visit www.alexandriava.gov/Freedmens or contact Emily Baker, Emily.Baker@alexandriava.gov or 703-746-4054. Mark Center Access Study Citizen Information Meeting 6:30 - 9:30 pm, Mark Center Access Study Citizen Information Meeting at Minnie Howard School, 3801 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold this meeting to share the findings of the BRAC-133 Access Study with the public. For more information contact 1-877-959-5222 or www.VAmegaprojects.com. Fort Ward Park and Museum Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting 7:00 pm, Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting, at the Fort Ward Museum, 4301 W. Braddock Rd., Alexandria. The Advisory Group advises City staff on Fort Ward Park and Museum use and management. For more information, call Laura Durham at 703-746-5493. Alexandria Waterfront Committee Marina Meeting 6:00 pm, Alexandria Waterfront Committee Marina Meeting in Conference Room 2 at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria. Established by the Waterfront Committee, the subcommittee studies issues related to the City Marina and makes recommendations to the Waterfront Committee. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/recreation or call Laura Seidler at 703-746-5494. Alexandria School Board Meeting 7:30 pm, Alexandria School Board Meeting at the School Administration Offices, Winkler Building Board Room, 2000 North Beauregard Street. For more information contact Rosemary Webb, 703-824-6614. March 12 "In the Bag" - Making New Accessories from Recycled Materials 6:00 - 10:00 pm, "In the Bag" - Making New Accessories from Recycled Materials, at the Del Ray Artisans Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Create a bag from recycled materials, old clothing, your favorite dress, vintage towels and more. Learn about suitable fabrics, patterns, interfacings and other materials. Basic sewing skills needed. Plenty of free materials provided along with sewing machine usage. Instructor will provide a suggested supply list prior to class. Advance registration is required by Tuesday, March 9 at https://secure.delrayartisans.org/ssl/Accessories.htm. Fee is $40 for DRA members / $45 for non-members. For more information contact instructor Jen Athanas at 571-332-0181 or jenathanas@hotmail.com. Alexandria LIbrary Burke Branch Book Sale 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Alexandria Library Burke Branch Book Sale, at the Burke Branch Library, 4701 Seminary Road, Alexandria. For more information, call 703-519-6000. March 13 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. March 14 Felting Accessories Workshop Session 2 1 to 4 pm, Session 2, felting accessories workshop at the Del Ray Artisans' Gallery, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria. Learn how to turn the felt items from Session 1 into fabulous fashion accessories like felted flowers, bags and scarves. Sewing machine usage and some trim materials will be provided. For more information, please contact Susan Boyd at 703.973.4333 or wearitwell@gmail.com. The National Chamber Ensemble Concert "Coming to America" 4:00 pm, The National Chamber Ensemble Concert "Coming to America!," at The Rosslyn Spectrum Theatre (easy street parking, close to Rosslyn Metro). The concert that is sure to delight all with music of great American composers and works that were inspired by America. The program will include: Ives' "From the Salvation Army"; Gershwin's Suite from "Porgy and Bess;" Barber's Adagio for Strings; and Dvorak's "American." The National Chamber Ensemble is honored that Congressman Jim Moran will be the concert's special guest host. Tickets are $25. Student ticket rate is $15. Purchase your tickets in advance to ensure a seat. Concerts have sold out. For more information about The National Chamber Ensemble's highly acclaimed concerts, please see: www.nationalchamberensemble.org. Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Concert 3:00 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. March 15 Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session on Education and Youth 6:30 pm, Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session on Education and Youth at Sister Cities Conference Room 1101, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703-746-4550. Duncan Book Discussion Group Meeting 7:00 pm. Duncan Book Discussion Group Meeting at the Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria. The book to be discussed is “Bel Canto” by Ann Pachett. For more information call Ruth at 703-838-4566. March 16 Potomac Waterfront Flood Mitigation Study Public Information Meeting 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. - Potomac Waterfront Flood Mitigation Study Public Information Meeting, at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria. This is an opportunity for residents to get more information about the study, which is currently in the final stages of production. For more information, e-mail Craig Perl at Craig.Perl@alexandriava.gov, call 703.746.4057, or visit alexandriava.gov/waterfront. Census Complete Count Committee Meeting 7:00 pm, Census Complete Count Committee Meeting at the Durant Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria. The committee was established to help develop a strategy to ensure an accurate census count in 2010 and promote participation by all residents. For more information, call Ralph Rosenbaum at 703-746-3859. Alexandria Chamber of Commerce March Professional Networking Breakfast 7:30 - 9:30 am, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce March Professional Networking Breakfast at the Royal Restaurant, 734 N. St. Asaph Street, Alexandria. Sponsor is Halt, Buzas and Powell. Member Cost: $25.00 Non-member Cost: $35.00 For more information contact 703-549-1000 or info@alexchamber.com or www.alexchamber.com. Alexandria Economic Development Discussion 7:30 - 9:30 pm, Alexandria Economic Development Discussion at the Durant Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria. City Manager James K. Hartmann discusses development strategies and impact on taxes, traffic and quality of life. This discussion is sponsored by the Upper King Street Neighborhood Civic Association. Free. For more information contact 703-535-6766 or www.upperkingstreet.org. March 17 St. Patrick's Day St. Patrick's Day Gerry Connolly's 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Fete 7:00 -9:30 pm, Gerry Connolly's 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Fete at Kena Temple, 9001 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax. Join all leprechauns, shamrocks, shillelaghs, and honorary Irish for this fete-food, drink and entertainment. Participate in the canned food drive for Fairfax and Prince William Counties and bring a can to the party. To RSVP and for more information contact 571-249-1493 or Patrick@gerryconnolly.com or www.GerryConnolly.com. RSVP's also can made to the following http://www.actblue/page/fete16. BRAC-133 Advisory Group Meeting 7:00 pm, BRAC-133 Advisory Group Meeting at the Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria. The City Council established the BRAC-133 Advisory group to serve as a forum for developing ideas and recommendations related to transportation improvements and other issues associated with the BRAC relocation at the Mark Center. For more information, call Pat Escher at 703-746-3812. Support SCAN of Northern Virginia Support SCAN of Northern Virginia while dining at El Paso Cafe, 4235 North Pershing Drive, Arlington. Come and enjoy a Saint Patrick's Day themed dinner and help your community! Arrive between the hours of 5 and 10 pm and 20% of the proceeds will go to support the child abuse prevention programs at SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) of Northern Virginia. SCAN of Northern Virginia works to improve the lives of children through child advocacy, public education and parent education. The financial support we receive from this event is essential to SCAN's ability to continue efforts to protect children and strengthen families across Northern Virginia. Enjoy margarita tastings beginning at 6pm and local acoustic music beginning at 7pm. Advanced reservations are not required but can be made by calling the restaurant at (703) 243-9811. March 18 Phone Banking for Passing Healthcare Reform Now 6 pm - 9 pm, Phone Banking for Passing Healthcare Reform Now, at the Alexandria Democratic Committee Office, 618 North Washington Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Becky Arnold at 571-345-6175 or beckya121@yahoo.com or becky.arnold@prudentialcarruthers.com. Carlyle Design Review Board Meeting 7:00 pm, Carlyle Design Review Board Meeting in Room 2000, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. The Design Review Board is a five-member board established by City Council to review concept and final design proposals for development site plans. The Board also reviews requests for signs and additions/alterations to building exteriors visible from publicly accessible areas surrounding the building. For more information, call Katye Parker at 703-746-3819. Annual Communty Appreciation Night 7:00 pm, Annual Community Appreciation Night (CAN) at the Sister Cities Conference Room 1101, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. The Alexandria Jaycees will honor five outstanding City employees at the event. Mayor Bill Euille will speak. This event is free and open to the public. The CAN event is an annual honoring of five outstanding City employees between the ages of 21 and 40 who have shown exemplary service, going above and beyond the call of duty for Alexandria citizens. Public Hearing on Proposed Community Use of Duron Paint Store Building 7 pm, Public Hearing on Proposed Community Use of Duron Paint Store Building at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center, 2701 Commonwealth Ave. At this hearing, the City's Park and Recreation Commission will present and discuss the proposed special use permit application for community use of the Duron Paint Store Building located at 4109 Mount Vernon Ave. For more information, contact Jennifer Harris at 703.746.3961 or jennifer.harris@alexandriava.gov. March 19 Hexagon 2010 Show 8:00 pm - Show Opening, Hexagon 2010 Show at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Performing Arts Center, 7995 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. The show runs through Saturday, April 10. Evening performances are 8:00 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Sunday performances are at 2:30 pm. Congress Night is Wednesday, March 24. This year's charity beneficiary is Rebuilding Together in Washington, DC. For more information contact Libby Cooperman at 703-370-9064. For information and to order tickets contact www.hexagon.org. Evening of Music for Flute, Cello and Harp 8:00 pm, Evening of Music for Flute, Cello and Harp at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Street, Alexandria. This concert is presented by the United States Air Force Band Chamber Players. Free. For more information contact 202-767-5658 or www.usafband.af.mil. Phone Banking for Passing Healthcare Reform Now 6 pm - 9 pm, Phone Banking for Passing Healthcare Reform Now, at the Alexandria Democratic Committee Office, 618 North Washington Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Becky Arnold at 571-345-6175 or beckya121@yahoo.com or becky.arnold@prudentialcarruthers.com. March 20 The Moran Family 19th Annual Pancake Breakfast-Benefit for Jackson Dundon Recovery Fund 8:30 - 10:30 am, The Moran Family 19th Annual Pancake Breakfast-Benefit for Jackson Dundon Recovery Fund at Mango Mike's, 4580 Duke Street, Alexandria. Suggested contribution levels are patron- $250, friend - $100 and donor-$50. Checks should be made payable to The Jackson Dundon Recovery Fund, 609 N. Pickett Street, Alexandria, VA 22304. For more information on the event contact Moran for Congress at 703-299-0064 or mmoran@moranforcongress.org. Swordsmen’s Rendezvous 11:00 am – 4:30 pm, Swordsmen’s Rendezvous at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street, Alexandria. En garde! Join Gadsby’s Tavern Museum for a unique living history program as you learn a skill all 18th-century gentlemen must know – swordplay! The program includes re-enactment of 18th-century swordplay and a display and discussion of 18th-century weapons. This popular family event is suitable for all ages and will include some audience participation as you practice your newfound talents. Swordsmen tours are scheduled every half hour between 11:00 am and 4:30 pm, with each tour lasting one hour. Admission is $6 per person, ages 5 and up. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 703-746-4242. This program sells out quickly, so don’t delay in making your plans! For more information contact www.gadsbystavern.org. Alexandria Hosts Special Citywide Event: Mayor Euille’s State of the City Address 9:00 am, Alexandria Hosts Special Citywide Event: Mayor Euille’s State of the City Address at The Station at Potomac Yard, 2801 Jefferson Davis Highway, Alexandria. Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille will deliver his annual State of the City Address, outlining the City's accomplishments and future challenges. Following the Mayor’s speech, residents are invited to tour The Station at Potomac Yard (both the fire station and residential housing), get a free H1N1 flu shot, find out about the 2010 Census, and participate in Alexandria’s campaign to obtain Google Fiber. The City will also have several other exhibits about City programs and services. Jefferson-Jackson Dinner-Virginia Democratic Party 6:00 pm - reception, 7:00 pm – dinner, Jefferson-Jackson Dinner-Virginia Democratic Party, Richmond Convention Center, Richmond. The keynote speaker will be Senator Amy Klobucher (D-MN). For more information contact www.vademocrats.org. Spring into Reading Book Fair and Family-Oriented Walking Tours 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Spring into Reading Book Fair and Family-Oriented Walking Tours at The Lyceum, 201 South Washington Street, Alexandria. Join The Lyceum, Alexandria’s History Museum, for a special book fair for kids on Saturday. Children’s publisher Usborne Books and Lyceum staff will make history fun at this event for kids and their parents! Admission is free. During this event, The Lyceum is offering family-oriented walking tours at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. These tours explore what life was like 200 years ago for everyday people in Alexandria. Participants will take part in role-playing as they find out what living and working in Alexandria was like at the dawn of the 19th century. Space is limited for the walking tours and the cost is $2 for ages 7 and older. At the book fair, kids can become history sleuths on a scavenger hunt of The Lyceum and earn their own Museum Detective badge. Children will also enjoy a “Please Touch!” activity table where they can explore reproduction artifacts and try to match them with pictures of comparable objects from today. Usborne Books will offer dozens of selections for purchase. Stimulate your child’s curiosity at this fun family event! Book sale proceeds will benefit the museum’s education and collections programs. For more information, please call 703.746.4994 or visit www.alexandriahistory.org. Concert for Haiti 7:00 pm, Concert for Haiti at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2701 Cameron Mills Road, Alexandria. Music and dancing by the Irish breakfast Band and the Boyle School of Irish Dance. 100% of the donations will go to the Hospital Bienfaisance de Pignon through Community Coalition for Haiti. Costs are $10 for adults and free for children. For more information contact 703-549-4766 or www.wpc-alex.org. Benefit for Haitian Relief Benefit for Haitian Relief - Ten Thousand Villages of Alexandria, 915 King Street, Alexandria, is hosting a benefit shopping day with 15% of the day's sales going to the Mennonite Central Committee, earmarked for Haiti. They will increase the donation to 20% for all items manufactured in Haiti. Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting 10:30 am – 2:00 pm, Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting at the Fort Ward Museum, 4301 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria. A second meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 23, at 7 p.m. Established by City Council resolution in June 2009, the Advisory Group advises City staff on Fort Ward Park and Museum use and management. For more information, call Laura Durham at 703-746-5493. Behind the Counter Tours 9 to 10:30 a.m., Behind the Counter Tours at the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, 105-107 South Fairfax Street, Alexandria. Take time to truly explore Alexandria’s hidden jewel! Witness the evolution of the Stabler-Leadbeater pharmaceutical business through the museum’s buildings and collections. Examine the objects, archival materials, and the building itself – behind the counter! These exclusive access tours are offered on the third Saturday of the month and advance reservations are required. Tours limited to 12 people. $25 per person. Light breakfast included. Call 703.746.4242 for more information. www.apothecarymuseum.org. March 22 Agenda Alexandria: “Alexandria’s Trees: Keeping Our Cool in a Warming World” 6:30 – reception, 6:45 - dinner, 7:15 pm- program, Agenda Alexandria: “Alexandria’s Trees: Keeping Our Cool in a Warming World” at the Holiday Inn Eisenhower Metro Center, 2460 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria. Agenda Alexandria presents Bill Cook, Warwick Village Tree Program; Adrian Higgins, Washington Post “On Gardening” Columnist; Holli Howard, Casey Tree Foundation; and John Noelle, Alexandria City Arborist. Dinner is $22 members/$27 nonmembers and program is $5 for non-members. Dinner reservations required. For information or reservations, contact Sherry Brown, 703-548-7089 or agendaalexandria@aol.com. Annual Salute to Women Awards Banquet 6:00 pm, Annual Salute to Women Awards Banquet at the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza Hotel, 901 N. Fairfax Street, Alexandria. The Alexandria Commission for Women invites you to attend the Salute to Women Banquet. The banquet, in conjunction with Women's History Month, is an event honoring individuals who have made a significant impact on women and girls living in Alexandria. To view the invitation and reserve your seat(s), visit www.alexwomen.com. For more information, e-mail Angela.Johnson@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-5030. March 23 Second Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting 7:00 pm, Second Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group Meeting at the Fort Ward Museum, 4301 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria. For more information, call Laura Durham at 703-746-5493. Alexandria City Council Second Legislative Session 7:00 pm, Alexandria City Council Second Legislative Session at Council Chambers, City Hall, 301 King Street, Alexandria. For more information contact Jackie Henderson at 703-838-4550. March 24 Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session on Caring Community With Rich History and Culture 5:30 p.m., Alexandria City Council Budget Work Session on Caring Community With Rich History and Culture, Sister Cities Conference Room 1101, City Hall, 301 King Street. For more information contact Jackie Henderson, 703.746.4550. George Washington Lecture at Gadsby's Tavern Museum 7 p.m. - Doors open, 7:30 p.m. - Lecture begins. George Washington Lecture at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street, Alexandria. Dr. Peter Henriques, Professor Emeritus of History from George Mason University, will present “The Four Key Women in Washington’s Life,” examining Washington’s relationship with key women throughout his life. While Washington is often thought of as a “man’s man,” he had important and revealing relationships with a number of women in his life: mother Mary Ball Washington, first love Sally Fairfax, wife Martha Custis, and friend Eliza Powell. Tickets cost $12 per person and $10 for members of Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Society and Gadsby’s Tavern Museum volunteers. Tickets may be purchased by calling 703.746.4242 or through the online shop at www.gadsbystavern.org. Lecture "Braddock's March" 7:30 pm, Lecture "Braddock's March" at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington Street, Alexandria. Lecture by Thomas E. Crocker discussing his book "How the Man Sent to Seize a Continent Changed American History." For more information contact 703-683-2636 or 703-746-4994 or www.alexandriahistorical.org. How to Raise a Drug Free Kid Lecture 7:00 pm, How to Raise a Drug Free Kid Lecture at T. C Williams High School Auditorium, 3330 King Street, Alexandria. Come hear Joseph Califano, founder of the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, talk about How To Raise a Drug Free Kid in the T.C. Williams High School Auditorium. Learn what you can do to teach, protect, and empower a child of any age to have the greatest chance of having a healthy, productive future. For more information, visit www.preventitalexandria.org. March 25 VAYD Convention Benefit Reception Featuring Congressman Tom Perriello 7:00 pm, Virginia Young Democrats' Convention Benefit Reception Featuring Congressman Tom Perriello, at Sine Irish Pub 1301 S. Joyce Street in Arlington. Join the Alexandria Young Democrats and the Arlington Young Democrats for a reception with Rep. Tom Perriello to support the Virginia Young Democrats' Convention which will take place in Alexandria April 16 - 18. Hors d'oeuvres will be served. General Admission: $15 in advance online or $20 at the door http://www.actblue.com/page/vayd2010event VAYD. Commonwealth Club Admission: $10. Join the Commonwealth Club in advance or at the event and receive the commonwealth club rate! http://www.actblue.com/page/commonwealthclub. Proceeds to benefit the 2010 VAYD Convention, (http://vayd.org/convention2010), the Arlington Young Democrats (http://www.arlingtonyoungdems.org) and the Alexandria Young Democrats (http://alexyoungdems.org) Contact Kevin Bailey at President@alexyoungdems.org with any questions. Alexandria School Board Meeting 7:30 pm, Alexandria School Board meeting, at the School Administration Offices, Winkler Building Board Room, 2000 North Beauregard Street. For more information contact Rosemary Webb, 703-824-6614. Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Top Golf, 6225 S. Van Dorn Street, Alexandria. Join us for an evening of fun at Top Golf. Registration free for members, $10 for non-members. Registration required via www.alexchamber.com. 18th Century Dance Classes at Gadsby's Tavern 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Eighteenth-Century Dance Classes at Gadsby�s Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street, Alexandria. Dance master Corky Palmer will lead this fun and educational series of 18th-century English country dance classes in preparation for the Grand Ball on Saturday, April 17. Singles or couples are welcome at this beginner-level series. The cost for lessons is $30 for the series or $12 per class. Reservations are requested and can be made online or by calling 703-746-4242. March 27 Civil War Sesquicentennial Community Meeting 9:00 am – Noon, Civil War Sesquicentennial Community Meeting at the North Lodge Room, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria. Different committees will be announced and participants may sign up to work with committees of interest to them. Committees will then begin planning programs for Alexandria’s commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. This meeting is open to all, and public participation is most welcome. For more information, please visit www.historicalexandria.org or call 703-746-4554. Presentation of Finalists for Four Mile Run Pedestrian-Cyclist Bridge 1:00 – 7:00 pm - Presentations, 6:00 pm- reception, 7:00 pm - Presentation of Finalists for Four Mile Run Pedestrian-Cyclist Bridge at the George Washington Masonic Memorial, 191 Callahan Drive, Alexandria. The public is invited to attend a series of presentations by the three finalists who will be sharing their professional works for the planned Four Mile Run Pedestrian-Cyclist Bridge from 1:00 to 7:00 pm. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions of the finalists, attend a reception at 6 p.m. and receive the decision of the selection panel at 7 p.m. For more information and to register, visit www.4milerun.org. Senior Services of Alexandria Generation-to-Generation Gala 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm - Senior Services of Alexandria Generation-to-Generation Gala, 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria. Honoring Mollie Abraham and her granddaughter Mary Abraham; Dr. Frank Carroll and his son Drew Carroll; Charlie Collum and his son Joseph Collum; and Ferdinand Day and his daughter Gwen Fuller Day. For information call 703-836-4414, ext. 11 or www.seniorservicesalex.org. Annual Rum Punch Challenge 7:00 – 9:30 pm, Annual Rum Punch Challenge at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal Street, Alexandria. Just as tavern guests did over 200 years ago, try different rum punch creations from local distilleries, restaurants and caterers – and then vote for your favorite. This year’s participants include defending champ Bittersweet, Union Street Pub, Bacardi, Dogfish Head Spirits, Basikneads Catering and Gadsby’s Tavern Restaurant. Enjoy rum punch, period and modern food, and a silent auction full of great items. Tickets are $50 and reservations are required. For more information contact 703-746-4242 or www.gadsbystavern,org. March 28 Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Concert 3:00 pm, Washington Metropolitan Philharmonic Concert at Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Road, Alexandria. The concert features Brahms's Symphony #3 Op. 90 in F and selected Italian opera choruses. The concert is in collaboration with the NOVA Community Chorus. Donations accepted. For more information contact 703-799-8220 or 703-751-7606 or www.wmpamusic.org. March 29 Passover Begins at Sundown Passover begins at sundown. March 30 Passover First Day of Passover