Join the City of Alexandria and Deborah Buelow, AIA & WELL AP of Cedar Architecture to hear lessons learned in the field for passive house design and construction. For more information and to register for the webinar, visit https://www.alexandriava.gov/eco-city-alexandria/energy-awareness-month.
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Pick up vegetable, fruit, herb, or flower seed packets at the John Marshall Library’s Second Chance Seed Library, and donate seeds at the Information Desk or Donation Drawer.
Puzzle exchange at John Marshall Library—bring a jigsaw, take a different one, ongoing during open hours, for ages 18 and up.
Beginning English practice led by volunteers in the Library’s Board Room, accessible by elevator, no registration needed, with optional childcare on Tuesdays, for ages 18 and up.
Bilingual storytime in English and Spanish with interactive stories and songs, open‑floor seating, limited chairs, tickets first‑come, first‑served at the Children’s Desk, for ages 3–12.
Hands‑on experience with electric leaf blowers from multiple suppliers at Ben Brenman Park before the gas‑powered leaf blower ban takes effect.
Open house at Redella S. “Del” Pepper Community Resource Center showcasing Alexandria’s crisis services programs, team introductions, and office tours.
West End Transportation Open House (ACHS – Minnie Howard Campus) — Residents learn about transportation projects, meet City staff, ask questions, and give feedback on neighborhood priorities.
Trunk or Treat at Alexandria Police Headquarters features decorated police, fire and emergency vehicles offering treats and first responder meet‑ups; costumes encouraged, free, all ages.
