TC Rowers Claim 3 Victories at Charlie Butt Regatta
The T.C. Williams crew team traveled to Georgetown this past Saturday, April 28 to compete in the Charlie Butt Regatta, a race that started on the Potomac just above the Key Bridge and ended in the shadow of the Kennedy Center just down the river.
Building from East Glebe Road to Monroe Avenue Bridge
After delays, construction on 164-acre part to finish by 2020.
Second in a three-part series about Potomac Yard development.
Fine Arts for May 3
May 3 to June 3 The Biennial Ikebana Show and Tea Ceramics Exhibit. Reception is May 31, 6-8 p.m. Some 200 ceramic artists from all corners of the United States and Canada turned out to submit various wares associated with the ritual of drinking, serving, and presenting tea. Juror John Neely, ceramic artist and current Professor of Art in Ceramics and Assistant Department Head at Utah State University in Logan, UT, selected 47 pieces created by 33 artists from 19 states and Canada. At The Art League, 105 North Union Street, Studio 21, in the Torpedo Factory Art Center, Alexandria. Visit www.theartleague.org or call 703-683-1780.
Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour
Mount Vernon’s Wine Festival & Sunset Tour celebrates the history of wine in Virginia with exclusive evening tours of the Mansion and cellar, appearances by “George and Martha Washington,” and live jazz on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River. Visitors can bring a blanket and relax on the lawn as they sample wines from 16 Virginia wineries on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 18, 19, and 20, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Individual tickets are $35 per person.
2012 Del Ray House and Garden Tour
The 2012 Del Ray House and Garden Tour is pleased to announce the 12 homes that will be featured on the May 19 tour:
Old Town Boutique District Hosts 2nd Annual ‘Boutiques Give Back’ Charity Day
The Old Town Boutique District announces its Second Annual Boutiques Give Back Charity Day — a community-focused Spring event taking place on Saturday, May 19. This creative, small business driven event is staged to be the largest charity collaboration in the D.C. Metro area.
Calendar for May 3
E-mail announcements to the Gazette, gazette@connectionnewspapers.com. Photos and artwork are encouraged. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week's paper. Call Steve Hibbard at 703-778-9412 with questions.
Willis Glenn Wright Dies
Willis Glenn Wright, R.Ph, of Fairfax, formerly of Alexandria, died on April 23, 2012. Beloved husband of 10 years to Ruth J. Montllor. Loving father of William "Addison" Wright (Mala) and Edward H. Wright (Diane). Cherished grandfather of Ashley Carrie, William "Glenn", John Savage "Jay", and Emma Addison Wright.
Civil War Balloon Corps
Reenactors at Fort Ward Museum and Park portrayed the Union forces’ special military reconnaissance team, the Balloon Corps. The program on April 28 featured a reenactor portraying period aeronaut Thaddeus Lowe, and a partially inflated netted gas balloon.
Rebuilding Together Volunteers Help Homeowners in Need
The noise didn't seem to bother Rudy* as his Alexandria home of 30 years was overtaken by a team of volunteers who proceeded to plant, patch and paint their way through the Edison Street house as part of National Rebuilding Day April 28.
Schools Name John C. Baker Lead Psychologist
John C. Baker has been named lead psychologist for the Alexandria City Public Schools. The position supports the professional learning of ACPS’ school-based psychologists.
Students To Participate in ‘Concept to Catwalk’
West Potomac Academy Fashion Design students will present “Runway Ready 2012: Concept to Catwalk,” on Friday, May 4, from 7 to 9 p.m. at West Potomac High School. All garments featured in the show are designed by graduating level two students.
Comment on Dyke Marsh Restoration Plan
The George Washington Memorial Parkway, a unit of the National Park Service, is seeking the public’s input on concept alternatives for the Dyke Marsh Restoration and Long Term Management Plan.
Police Arrest Suspect after DNA Hit
Police arrested a 45-year-old man in connection with a burglary of an 82-year-old woman’s home in February.
Anniversary Gathering
Author Judith Viorst spoke to an audience of more than 200 at the first anniversary celebration of At Home in Alexandria (AHA!) last month.
Google Unveils Local Student’s Entry
Emily Powell named state winner in Doodle 4 Google contest.
Alexandria City Public Schools fifth-grader Eileen Powell was selected as a state winner in the annual Doodle 4 Google Contest. Google representatives announced the news Wednesday, May 2 at George Mason Elementary School and unveiled Eileen’s “doodle” to her peers.
Willis Glenn Wright
Willis Glenn Wright, R.Ph, of Fairfax, formerly of Alexandria, died on April 23, 2012. Beloved husband of 10 years to Ruth J. Montllor. Loving father of William "Addison" Wright (Mala) and Edward H. Wright (Diane).
South Potomac Yard Area Certified as Safe
EPA, State supervised original cleanup.
The Potomac Yard was initially cleared of environmental contaminants under the Environmental Protection Agency’s “accelerated Superfund cleanup site,” according to a report issued in 2004.
Neighborhoods
Old Town
One problem about the glorious George Washington Memorial Parkway is it's always there.
Letter: City Against Its Residents?
The City of Alexandria has announced that it will appeal the ruling by the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) that the Planning Director overstepped her bounds by denying a citizen petition opposing the Waterfront Plan.