On Tuesday November 5th, Alexandria voters will choose our General Assembly representation (members of the State Senate and members of the House of Delegates) and the Clerk of the Circuit Court.

The polls will be open from 6 AM until 7 PM. You can check your polling place online.

Today and tomorrow are the last two days to vote absentee in-person at either of the two locations.

Sample ballots are available online.

See you at the polls!

St. Rita's 5K

On Saturday November 16th, the St. Rita's School 5K returns to the streets of Alexandria.

Beginning at 8:30 AM on Eisenhower Avenue in Carlyle, the race is fast and flat!

Registration is available online.

Leaf Collection Begins

The annual City's leaf collection effort begins on Monday.

The full schedule of leaf vacuuming efforts is available online and will continue for the next few weeks.

Small Business Saturday

Saturday November 30th is Small Business Saturday!

This national event showcases the many small businesses that are backbones of our City's retail community.

With deals and events throughout our City, this is the time to get your holiday shopping done while supporting Alexandria's diverse small retailers.

City Tree Lighting

On Saturday, November 23rd, at 6 PM Santa returns to Market Square in Old Town to light the City's tree.

With a welcome from the Town Crier and performances of all kinds, this event cannot be missed!

Black Friday

Avoid the mall, head to Old Town for Black Friday!

Throughout Alexandria, 50 independent boutiques will offer an alternative Black Friday experience!

ACPS Calendar Input

The Alexandria City Public Schools are working to develop the academic calendar for 2020 - 2021 and they would like your input.

You can review the three draft calendars online.

You can vote for your preference online.

Alexandria Film Festival

Next weekend the Alexandria Film Festival returns to our City!

Meet the filmmakers at more than 50 film screenings, with the "Burke and Herbert Family Showcase," "Salute to Service Members Showcase," "Women in Film" and "late Night Film Noir."

Ticketed and free shows at AMC Hoffman 22 and Beatley Library.

Run For Turkey

For the 44th Year, Del Ray will host the best Turkey Trot around!

The 44th Anniversary Alexandria Turkey Trot 5 Miler returns to the streets of Del Ray and Rosemont on Thanksgiving morning.

Brought to you by the Del Ray Business Association and DC Road Runners, the race is a regional tradition and last year attracted 5,500 finishers!

Join me on Thanksgiving for a great run through Alexandria.

Donate Blood

The Inova Bloodmobile will be in Old Town at McEnearney Associates (109 S. Pitt Street) from 11 AM until 3 PM on Tuesday.

Appointments to donate blood can be made online. Thanks for saving a life!

Community Health Improvement

As the City works to develop our Community Health Improvement Plan, the Alexandria Health Department will be hosting three community meetings this month.

Focused on the three priority areas of Mental Health, Poverty and Affordable Housing, these meetings are intended to brainstorm ideas to make tangible improvements.

Learn more information or submit ideas online.

REVIVE Training

Twice a month the City offers free training to residents seeking to learn how to spot and reverse an opioid overdose.

No RSVP is required, and attendees receive a free medical kit upon completion.

Help become a lifesaver in our community!

Real Estate Tax Bills Due

The second half real estate tax bills are due on Thursday, November 15th.

Save a stamp and a trip to City Hall by using the City's eChecks system.

Census Jobs

As part of the preparation for the 2020 Decennial Census, the United States Census Bureau is already hiring in our area.

Click here or here to review the various jobs listed for hiring.

Thanks for joining our effort to ensure a full and complete count!