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Clifton’s Easter Egg Hunt

The Town of Clifton held its Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23, in the town park thanks to the efforts of the Clifton, Fairfax and Fairfax Station au pairs with Cultural Care Au Pair.

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1930s: Boom Time for Archaeology in America

“Shovel Ready” details program under Roosevelt’s New Deal.

Former Alexandria resident and archeologist, Bernard K. Means’ new book, “Shovel Ready”, looks at the impact that ordinary citizens had on archeology during the Great Depression.

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Celebrating Spring Equinox

Douglas MacArthur Elementary School celebrated the Spring Equinox on March 20 with the school’s compass rose dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony, unveiling the new addition of a painted compass rose in the school's Learning Garden.

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Letter to the Editor: More Than Just Money

Governor McDonnell is considering legislation that would seize control of the unaccredited Jefferson Houston Elementary School from the Alexandria City Public School Board and Superintendent Sherman can only say, “We believe we are going to make accreditation. We’ll have a conversation in June or July, and I hope I’m not here saying ‘Oops.’”

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Letter to the Editor: Reasonable Requirements

Democracy is the foundation of the American way of life, and the driving force behind democracy is the power to vote.

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Letter to the Editor: Protect Del Ray, Not West End?

The recent concerns of many Del Ray residents about the possibility that Walgreens may move into their neighborhood at the corner of Mt. Vernon Avenue and E. Monroe Avenue and displacing several businesses who have been in the Del Ray neighborhood for many years raises a very important question/concern for this resident.

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Letter to the Editor: Well-Balanced Decision-Making

In the March 14 Gazette, we read "... once again Alexandria's libraries are on the hit list" in a letter about a proposed 4 percent cut in operating hours for three of five of the City's libraries.

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Gathering for Generation to Generation Gala

Donley, Greene, Swanson families honored.

More than 350 people turned out March 23 for the annual Senior Services of Alexandria Generation to Generation Gala to pay tribute to families who, through their service to others, have made significant contributions to the community.

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Norwood Students Head to Odyssey of Mind Finals

Some Potomac-area students were recognized recently for their creative thinking and collaborative abilities when Norwood School in Bethesda hosted Odyssey of the Mind earlier this month.

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Potomac Bulletin Board March 27

Information on events taking place in the Potomac area.

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Wootton High School Theater To Present ‘Ragtime’

With a cast of 65 members, Wootton High School will perform “Ragtime,” the Tony-award winning musical.

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Potomac Spring Fun and Entertainment

Information on fun Spring events in the Potomac area.

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Column: What’s Humane in Execution? The Bid for Justice or Mercy

Except in special cases seldom does the death penalty bring about much conversation pro and con on all sides of the political spectrum. It’s not a cut and dried matter and must not be taken lightly.

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Potomac Entertainment Calendar March 27

Information on events going on in the Potomac area.

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Things To Do in Alexandria

Ways to be active in welcoming spring season.

As residents prepare to move on to warm weather, blossoming buds and outdoor fun, a number of events and activities can help make this season fun and festive, whether history buff, arts enthusiast, active volunteer or someone who likes to try new hobbies.

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‘Voodoo Macbeth’

American Century stages dark Orson Welles drama.

William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” considered by many to be one of his darkest tragedies, tells the story of a Scottish general named Macbeth who commits murder to become king and fulfill his ambition for power. In 1936, a young Orson Welles staged his own legendary adaptation of the play, “Voodoo Macbeth,” which is reimagined now by The American Century Theater.

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Orange Line Calendar March 27

Information for events going on around the Metro Orange Line.

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Alexandria Bulletin Board March 27

Information for events taking place in Alexandria.

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Arlington Entertainment Calendar March 27

Information on upcoming entertainment events in Arlington.