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Registration for 2010 Fall recreation classes and activities opened Wednesday, August 25 for City residents, and Friday, August 27 for nonresidents.
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Seventh Annual Alexandria Doggie Day Swim Scheduled for Tuesday, September 7
Seventh Annual Alexandria Doggie Day Swim Scheduled for Tuesday, September 7

Treat your pooch to a summertime dip at the City of Alexandria’s Seventh Annual Doggie Day Swim on Tuesday, September 7, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Old Town Pool, 1609 Cameron St. Following the end of the summer pool season, this annual event provides dogs with the opportunity to swim and play games in one of the City’s pools.
8th Annual Alexandria Festival of the Arts
8th Annual Alexandria Festival of the Arts

Alexandria's 8th annual Festival of the Arts will be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 11-12. The event transforms King Street into a world-class outdoor art gallery with over 200 artists and $15 million in artwork for sale. Festival booths will line King Street between South Washington Street and the Alexandria waterfront, showcasing over six blocks of artwork.
The City Offers Individuals Opportunities to Assist in the Restoration of the City’s Tree Canopy
The City Offers Individuals Opportunities to Assist in the Restoration of the City’s Tree Canopy

The City of Alexandria experienced the loss of hundreds of trees and extensive damage throughout the City as a result of winter snow and summer thunderstorms in 2010.  Residents who want to help replenish the City’s tree canopy have a variety of options available.
Out of School Time Program Now Accepting Registration for 2010-2011 School Year
Out of School Time Program Now Accepting Registration for 2010-2011 School Year
The Department of Recreation Parks and Cultural Activities is now accepting registration for the 2010-2011 school year Out of School Time Programs. Program hours begin when school is dismissed until 6 p.m.  The theme for this school year is “Power-On to the Arts.” To register, visit your neighborhood recreation center.
City of Alexandria Announces Annual Recreation Facility Maintenance Closing Schedule for 2010
City of Alexandria Announces Annual Recreation Facility Maintenance Closing Schedule for 2010

To better serve residents, the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities annually closes recreation facilities for cleaning and maintenance activities. For additional information, call 703.746.4343.
Jones Point Park Reconstruction
Jones Point Park Reconstruction

Construction improvements are scheduled to begin at Jones Point Park later this year. To maintain public safety during construction, access to some portions of the park will be temporarily or intermittently closed while improvements are being made.
Charles Houston Recreation Center Naming Committee Seeks Nominations
Charles Houston Recreation Center Naming Committee Seeks Nominations

The Ad Hoc Charles Houston Recreation Center Naming Committee, established to honor individuals who made outstanding contributions to Alexandria’s African American community by dedicating recreation center rooms in their honor, seeks nominations of honorees for a second round of dedications.
City Expands Operating Hours of Neighborhood 'Mini' Pools
City Expands Operating Hours of Neighborhood 'Mini' Pools

The City's Neighborhood "Mini" Pools, John Ewald Pool, 4500 Duke St., and The Memorial Pool at the Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St., will now be open on weekends, beginning Saturday, July 17 through Monday, September 6, 2010.
Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities FY 2011 Service Expectations
Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities FY 2011 Service Expectations
On May 3, City Council adopted a $531.6 million General Fund Operating Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2011, an increase of 0.3% from FY 2010. Despite challenging economic conditions, the goal of the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities is to maintain its core services. As costs continue to increase in providing core services to residents, some service adjustments have been made.
Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park & Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group
Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park & Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group
The City of Alexandria's Ad Hoc Fort Ward Park and Museum Area Stakeholder Advisory Group will advise City staff on Fort Ward Park and Museum use and management. The ten members of the group were appointed by the City Manager in October 2009 based on their commitment to a balanced, multi-use park and historic site in the City, and are representative of the diversity of interests and uses of the park and museum site.
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Message from the Mayor
Message from the Mayor

There is something for everyone this fall in the City of Alexandria. The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities offers a variety of classes ranging from swim instruction to dance, and from dog obedience to martial arts. ...continued

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