This online community was developed to support, inform and engage families with young children in Del Ray, Alexandria, Virginia. I can’t think of a better place to raise my two children and I’m sure you agree more! Enjoy the blog and everything Del Ray has to offer!
Let’s Have a Spring Break to Remember Whether your child is an aspiring baker, baller, builder or boarder, they’ll have a week to remember at Spring Break Camps taking place April 15-18. Options for ages 5-18 include: Ninjaneering STEAM Jedi Masters STEAM Hoop Life Basketball Fun and Fundamentals Tennis Intro to Skateboarding Nature Camp Cupcake […]
READ MORERegistration for spring and summer classes, leagues, and activities occurring April through August will begin at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13, for City residents and Friday, March 15, for nonresidents. The complete listing of options can be found in the Spring/Summer 2019 Program Guide. Registration will be available online or in-person at the Registration […]
READ MORE2019 Alexandria Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 2, 2012 starting at 12:30 p.m. in Old Town Federal, state, and local elected officials; the Irish Ambassador; military commanders; and other local celebrities will participate in the Alexandria parade. Local scouts, marines and high school bands will also be represented. Local organizations are going all out […]
READ MOREDetails: Please join us for the Kiwanis Club of Alexandria’s biggest fundraiser and event of the year, the Alexandria Kids Concert! This year, the John Adams Orff Ensemble and Percussion Experience will join us again as well as the Saturday Morning Brass Project. It will be a fun-filled event for the whole family. The best […]
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Monday, February 19th from 1-3 p.m. is the George Washington Birthday Parade. This parade in Old Town Alexandria is “The largest Parade Celebrating Washington’s Birthday in the USA!” The parade dates back to at least 1923 and features bands, floats, wagons, horses, historic reenactment units, youth groups, and special performances. The 1-mile parade route begins […]
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Looking for a place to have your child’s next birthday party? Alexandria has plenty of options no matter what your child is interested in. Alexandria Neighborhood Recreation Centers Multiple Addresses • Charles Barrett Recreation Center • Charles Houston Recreation Center • Cora Kelly Recreation Center • Mount Vernon Recreation Center • Nannie J. Lee Memorial […]
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Dental Excellence opened in December at Del Ray Towers located at 3116 Mt Vernon Ave. and I was happy to have the opportunity to see their office and meet with Dr. Sheri Salartash. Neighbors are invited to stop in to meet the staff and get a tour. Dr. Salartash is an experienced dentist that wanted […]
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When my husband and I moved to Del Ray, the last thing on our mind was the school system. We had two dogs and no children on the horizon. Thirteen years later, we have two children in Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) and we are thrilled with our experience. I frequently have new parents ask […]
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If you’re like me and my family, you’re probably under-utilizing the city’s recreation centers. I thought it was worthwhile to check out a few of the centers closest to us in Del Ray. My first stop was at Charles Houston Recreation Center, so here is my “review” on the city’s newest recreation center. Charles Houston […]
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La Bella Strada: Del Ray’s First Annual Street Painting Festival Hosted by The Del Ray Montessori School Sat. May 14, 2016, 9.00 am — 3.00 pm La Bella Strada is a family friendly modern street painting festival that originates from an ancient Italian art form. We believe it will become another signature event to continue […]
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