City of Alexandria, VA
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Winter 2010 Class Registration
Registration for recreation classes and activities opens Monday, December 14 for City residents, and Monday, December 21 for nonresidents at 9 a.m. The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities offers multiple ways to register.
How to Register | Browse Offerings
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Recreation Program Guide
The Winter 2010 Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities' Program Guide will be available for download December 7, and printed copies will be available at City recreation centers, libraries, City Hall and historic properties December 11. Download the Fall 2009 Program Guide here, or Request a Free Subscription to receive future issues in the mail.
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City of Alexandria Holds Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Kick off the holiday season by making plans to attend the 2009 City of Alexandria’s Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 27, at 7 p.m. in Market Square, 301 King Street. Admission is free, and the event will be held rain or shine. Entertainment features a message from the Mayor, a visit from Santa, a performance of Santa’s Frosty Follies by the Metropolitan Fine Arts Center, and caroling with a community sing along.
More Information
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City of Alexandria Opens Newest Dog Park - Dog Run Park at Carlyle
The City’s newest dog park is Dog Run Park at Carlyle. The park, nearly one acre, is located at 450 Andrew’s Ln. in the Carlyle neighborhood. The new fenced dog park includes separate large and small dog areas, and is complete with a lawn area, gravel area, landscaping, walking paths, benches and two frost-free dog water fountains.
City Dog Parks and Exercise Areas |
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Charles Houston Recreation Center Naming
The Charles Houston Ad Hoc Naming Committee has submitted its proposal to City Council to name the Charles Houston Recreation Center gymnasium and pool in honor of African Americans in Alexandria who, from 1920 to 1965, played a significant role in the struggle for equal educational opportunity. Learn more about the lives of the individuals being honored, about the Committee, and the project.
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Alexandria’s Park and Recreation Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Recommendations For New and Increased Fees for Programs and Services
The City of Alexandria's Park and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing for staff to present recommendations on new and increased fees for programs and services provided by the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities. The public hearing is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, at the Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St.
More Information | Fee Information |
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City of Alexandria Beautification Commission Announces 2009 Beautification Award Winners
The Alexandria Beautification Commission has announced the 2009Alexandria Beautification Award winners. In a ceremony held on October 5 at the Lee Center, the Commission, City Manager James Hartmann, and Mayor Euille, presented 36 awards, including 30 residential awards, three commercial awards, and three public awards.
2009 Beautification Award Winners
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Need to call the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities? Dial 746, It’s our New Prefix
The City of Alexandria is updating its telephone systems over the next two years. Most City government and agency telephone numbers will change to a new prefix, 746. Some numbers will change entirely, incorporating the 746 prefix, but all numbers will retain the 703 area code.
New Recreation Numbers
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Registration information for Out of School Time Program
Registration for the Out of School Time Program for the 2009-2010 School Year is currently open for children youth ages 5 (enrolled in Kindergarten) - 12, and Preteens and Teens in grades 6 – 8. The Out of School Time Program operates at the seven neighborhood recreation centers and five school sites (John Adams, Douglas MacArthur, Durant/Houston, George Washington Middle School, and Francis C. Hammond Middle School). Beginning this fall, participants will be charged a $25 activity fee per semester (Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer). A Fee Assistance Program is available for eligible families. To register, visit your neighborhood recreation center. Click here for a list of neighborhood recreation centers. For additional information, call Recreation Services at 703.838.4345.
Youth Ages 5 - 12 | Preteens & Teens |
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Message from the Mayor
Alexandria is a caring community, and I encourage you to participate in the Mayor’s “Get Fit for Alexandria” Initiative which promotes healthy lifestyles and physical fitness for individuals, families and our young people... continued
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