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Aug 31, 2014

Del Ray’s Got Talent…and Fashion at the last First Thursday for 2014

FashionShowDon’t miss the last First Thursday of the year this coming Thursday, Sept. 4th. Join the Del Ray Business Association for an evening of fashion, talent and fun,

Local merchants Amalgamated, Gossip on 23rd, Kiskadee, LuLu Lemon for Mind the Mat, Purple Goose and Salon Bisoux will style and coiffe our models for the runway show. And what’s a model without her canine sidekick? A Dog’s Best Friend has some surprises in store proving that canines + fashion = fun!

first thursdayThe Kate Moran Band will kick-off the evening promptly at 6 pm, and headline the talent portion of the evening following the runway show. Martha Krabill, singer in The Reflex ultimate 80’s band, will be a siren you won’t want to miss (you’ve seen her on American Idol Season 3). Our own Rayvonne Lewis will also be with us delighting the audience with his smooth dance moves. There may also may have some surprise walk-ons from some of our local politicians.

As in past events, they are asking for audience participation. Join us by wearing your favorite ensemble, Sunday best, high couture, drag attire, or even costume and you too may end up on the runway toward the end of the evening!

They are also asking for donations of new or gently used coats that will be put to good use by one of our favorite local charities, ALIVE. And be sure and check out additional activities that will be taking place up and down the Avenue.

So mark your calendars and we’ll see you this Thursday, September 4 th from 6 pm to 8 pm on the catwalk, located at Mt. Vernon & E. Oxford Avenues!

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Apr 03, 2014

Time for Spring Break 2014

spring break camps

Spring Break is coming up in less than two weeks and if you’re not taking a break then you need to figure out what to do with the kiddos during this time. There are several great options this year for Spring Break:

Mount Vernon Community Children’s Theatre
Spring and Summer Camp 2014
April 14th – April 18th, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Age: Kindergaten – 14 years old
Cost: $365.00
Spend your Spring Break exploring your creative side! All campers will rehearse and perform a show during the one-week session. Camps designed for Kindergartners through Middle School students.

Campagna Kids
2014 Spring Camp Registration
The Spring Camp will be held at Samuel Tucker and Mount Vernon Sites from April 14 – 18, 2014.
The Camp times are from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Spring Break Soccer (Ages 5-12)
ASA will host Spring Break Soccer at the Lee Center April 14-18, 2014
The spring break soccer coaching staff of former players and nationally licensed coaches, led by Jim Hogan, ASA Director of Recreation and Programs, will provide all players with a chance to learn new skills in a fun “camp” style environment. Each day will be filled with engaging activities for players, ranging from dribbling, passing, and small-sided games; to soccer tennis, soccer golf, world cup championships, and even a “show me your best goal celebration” contest. Extended care is also available between 8AM and 5PM at an additional cost
Ages 7-12 Full Day is 9am-3:30pm (Mon-Thurs); 9am-12pm (Friday)
Ages 5-6 Half Day is 9am-12pm (Monday-Friday)
Half day (ages 5-6) – $145 (Players must have turned 5 by April 1 to sign up
Full day (ages 7-12) – $215

No School Day Climbing Camp at Sport Rock Climbing Center
When school is OUT, climbing is IN! Sportrock’s Day Camp is for kids who want to explore the world of climbing! Not only will they learn to climb, but they will also learn climbing safety, play games and engage in team building activities. For info visit our Climbing Camp FAQ page. All camps require advanced registration – we do not accept drop-ins.
No prerequisites
Price: $70
Age: 6-14
Schedule: 9am-3pm, Indoors only, April 14-18th

The City of Alexandria has several Spring Break Camps that they are offering:
Abrakadoodle Studio 1 Art Camp; Ages 3-12

Spring Break Tennis Camp; Ages 6-12

House of Hoops Basketball Camp; Ages 6-14

Challenger Soccer Camps
First Kicks, Ages 2-3
Mini Soccer, Ages 4-5
Half Day, Ages 6-16
Full Day, Ages 6-16
Chinquapin Rec. Center

UK Sports Week Spring Break Camp; Ages 6-14; Brenman

Alexandria Summer Camps 2014

Halloween at Maury

The Rosemont Citizens Association and the Maury PTA are pleased to sponsor Halloween at Maury on Monday, October 31 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in the Maury Elementary School cafeteria.

Enjoy pizza, apples, gogurt and drinks followed by a children’s costume parade around the cafeteria. It’s a great time for the whole family, and an easy way to feed the kids before heading out for trick-or-treating. The cost is $3.00 per person.

Chiller Nightmare on Madison Street

Chiller Nightmare on Madison Street is going to be the biggest community Halloween celebration! Come and “get your scare on”, while you walk through “The Haunted Alley” and “The Graveyard” on Madison Street. Pumpkin carving, face painting, scare crow-making and candy treats are all a part of the evening’s fun. Younger children who are not into “scariness” can watch a family-friendly movie while decorating cookies and cupcakes in the Charles Houston Recreation Center Multipurpose Room. Prizes for the best costume and the best painted pumpkin face. All of the evenings events are being co-sponsored by ARHA, Alexandria Recreation Department, ACPS, McDonalds, Sherwin Williams/Duron Paints, EYA Boston Capital and Target.