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Feb. 08, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
You arise and head to the kitchen to start brewing the coffee or heating the kettle for your cup of Oolong tea in the morning. Then you might have a bowl of steelcut oatmeal or a slice of whole grain toast with butter along with some fruit. Eleva... Read more
Art
Photos courtesy of Ana Cavalcanti.
Feb. 08, 2023 noon - 1:00 p.m.
From the Revolutionary War through the present day, African Americans have proudly served the U.S. Army, many serving in segregated units and not always given the respect and honor due to them. On December 27, 1918, the 369th Infantry Regiment... Read more
Education, Lecture, Virtual
Public Domain
Feb. 09, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 09, 2023 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
See you at the market! Rain or Shine, Year Round! Read more
Farmers' Market
Feb. 09, 2023 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Feb. 10, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 10, 2023 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights is an elegant garden trail decorated with thousands of sparkling lights, perfect for a date night or family holiday outing. The half-mile, one-way walk through the enchanting Meadowlark Botanical Gardens (Vienna... Read more
Nature, Out and About, Outdoors
NOVA Parks
Feb. 11, 2023 7:00 a.m. - noon
The Old Town Farmers' Market at Market Square Plaza outside Alexandria City Hall has been running continuously for more than 260 years. Read more
Market
Feb. 11, 2023 8:00 a.m.
Year-round farmers' market in Del Ray. Read more
Courtesy of Del Ray Farmers' Market
Feb. 11, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Feb. 11, 2023 11:00 a.m.
Feb. 11, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 11, 2023 noon - 1:30 p.m.
Feb. 11, 2023 2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Learn about the enslaved and free African Americans who lived and worked in the home, both before and after the Civil War. Hear the stories of their experiences and their contributions to the site and its history. Face masks are recommended in... Read more
Education
‘Slaves Waiting for Sale’ by Eyre Crowe (1861). Heinz collection, Washington DC Published in Guy C. Elroy, ‘Facing History: the Black Image in American Art, 1710-1940’
Feb. 11, 2023 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
For this Valentine's Concert we are joined by Metropolitan Opera soprano Aundi Marie Moore for an extraordinary evening of selections by African American composers plus songs from Broadway Musicals and more. NCE pays homage to two truly Americ... Read more
Live Music, Out and About, Theater
Robert Jansen
NCE pays homage to two truly American Genres, Spirituals and Broadway. A perfect program to make your heartstrings sing. Share it with a loved one. This is a Valentine special that will make you feel and believe in love. The Ensemble is thrill... Read more
Art, Live Music
National Chamber Ensemble - Broadway, Spirituals and More ( A Valentine's Concert)
Feb. 11, 2023 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
HAYDN, MOZART & BARBER ADAGIO – BANNER James Ross, Music Director Thalea String Quartet Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. George Washington M... Read more
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, Art, Live Music
ASO/TSQ
Feb. 11, 2023 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Burlesque-A-Pades makes it’s annual stop at the Birchmere to celebrate the season of love with an all-star cast of todays top teasers and musicians! Featuring live jazz and burlesque, It’s the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. With Live ... Read more
Live Music
Burlesque-A-Pades featuring Angie Pontani and Brian Newman
Feb. 12, 2023 8:00 a.m.
Friends of Dyke Marsh organizers lead bird walks every Sunday morning. Read more
Feb. 12, 2023 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Four Mile Run Farmers' Market is held every Sunday in Four Mile Run Park. Read more
Feb. 12, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Woodlawn Press Winery is hosting local artisans to put together an amazing brunch experience. For the main menu, local Chef Conrad Hise from Momo & Poke (@momo_pokehhsoulfoods) is dishing out good eats with a little taste of Hawaii sprinkled t... Read more
Food & Drink/Restaurants/Dining Out
Woodlawn Press Winery
Feb. 12, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 12, 2023 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Join us for a special one hour wine and chocolate pairing class followed by an hour with our adoptable rescue cats! Ticket includes class, 5 pairings, and cat time! Option for wine and chocolate only available. Read more
Mount Purrnon
Feb. 12, 2023 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Nova Plein Air Artists (NPPA) will be hosting a reception for “Celebrations of the Land, Inspired by River Farm,” an art exhibit of over 50 paintings inspired by nature. Many of the paintings were created onsite at River Farm, and all are availab... Read more
Nova Plein Air Artists
Feb. 12, 2023 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Feb. 13, 2023 7:00 a.m.
The Monday Birdwalk takes place every week, rain or shine. Read more
Feb. 13, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Celebrate Galentine’s Day with flowers and coffee as the National Landing BID teams up with Lily’s Flower Truck and local coffee shops for a beautiful celebration of friendship. On Monday, February 13, visit Lily’s Flower Truck at Gateway Green t... Read more
Feb. 13, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 13, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Rook will be performing live music every Monday at Mason Social from 5-8pm! Swing by for the music, stick around for the all day Happy Hour and Monday Night Football! Read more
Rook Richards
Feb. 14, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 14, 2023 noon - 1:00 p.m.
During the month of Washington’s Birthday, the Museum offers two presentations on the victorious Revolutionary War commander’s leadership style with fresh insights from two senior scholars. On February 7 at 7:00pm, Dr. James M. Dubik will disc... Read more
Library of Congress
Feb. 14, 2023 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
City Ridge DC and the Magic Bass takes pride in presenting you with a Valentine’s day extravaganza "Romance on the Ridge." The Magic Bass will feature Steve Washington on vocals supported by a Quartet of the finest jazz musicians in the DMV ar... Read more
Feb. 15, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Feb. 15, 2023 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Feb. 16, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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