The Alexandria Commission for the Arts is seeking nominations for the 2012 Alex Arts Awards. The Alex Awards’ program recognizes individuals, organizations, schools, and businesses that have made exceptional contributions to cultural life in the City of Alexandria, and promotes interest and involvement in the arts by recognizing those who have excelled in their contribution to the arts in Alexandria. Deadline to submit is February 10.

The Miracle League of Alexandria is currently taking donations to build a miracle field.  While the City of Alexandria has allocated money in its 2013 budget, help in the form of private donations is needed to make the field possible. A Miracle Field is a synthetic turf baseball diamond designed specifically for use by individuals with special needs.

In close collaboration with the City of Alexandria and the National Park Service, the Woodrow Wilson Bridge Project is embarking on a major restoration effort at Jones Point Park. Construction efforts began in December 2010 with completion anticipated in June 2012. To maintain public safety during construction, access to some portions of the park will be temporarily or intermittently closed while improvements are being made.

Beginning December 6, 2011 through February 12, 2012, families, friends and neighbors of all ages are encouraged to visit our fields to exercise, play soccer, lacrosse, touch football, rugby, Frisbee and much more. Activities are staff monitored and free to City of Alexandria residents.

Safe Place is a national youth outreach program that provides 24-hour access to immediate help and supportive resources for all young people in crisis through a network of sites maintained by qualified agencies, businesses, trained staff and volunteers. The program educates thousands of young people every year across the nation about the dangers of running away or trying to resolve difficult, threatening situations on their own.
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The Advisory Group was re-established by City Council resolution in June 2011. The group will provide City staff recommendations on the appropriate balance of park uses, as well as implanting education and outreach opportunities and implantation of recommendations made in the 2011 Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group report

The City of Alexandria conducted a Needs Assessment Survey during May and June of 2011. The purpose of the survey was to establish priorities for the future development of parks, recreation, cultural facilities, programs and services within your community. Click here to see the results.

Alexandria is a caring community that promotes healthy lifestyles and physical fitness for individuals, families and our youth. After ringing in the New Year at First Night Alexandria, make a commitment to take advantage of the variety of recreation programs to keep you fit. ...continued