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Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.Meet Olympic Legends. Run for a Cause. Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.
Join us for the 8th Grand African Run on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in Alexandria, Virginia!
Everyone is welcome! Enjoy a family-friendly 5K run, jog, or walk for adults, plus a 1K Kids Run. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the experience with family and friends, this event is open to participants of all ages and abilities.
Every registered participant is automatically entered into a lottery drawing for a chance to win a brand-new 2026 Toyota Corolla, courtesy of Alexandria Toyota. Whether you finish first or last, everyone has an equal chance to win. The lucky winner will be announced on race day.
Meet two Olympic legends—Tirunesh Dibaba and Derartu Tulu—who will join us as guests of honor to celebrate and inspire participants throughout the event.
<h3>Registration Includes</h3>
<ul><li>Official event T-shirt</li><li>Race bib</li><li>Water bottle</li><li>Branded goodie bag and sponsor giveaways</li><li>Official 2026 finisher's medal</li><li>Post-race snacks and refreshments</li></ul>
<h3>Packet Pickup</h3>
Thursday, October 8 and Friday, October 9 (11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.)
Virginia Pickup Alexandria Toyota 3750 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22305
Maryland Pickup Beteseb Restaurant 8201 Georgia Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910
Please bring a valid photo ID and your registration confirmation (printed or on your phone). All participants are required to wear the official event T-shirt and race bib to participate.
<h3>Start &amp; Finish Location</h3>
1100 Main Line Blvd. Alexandria, VA 22301
<h3>Run for a Cause</h3>
The Grand African Run proudly partners with charitable organizations raising awareness and support for meaningful causes. If you would like to participate as a charity runner or fundraiser, please contact us.
Register today: <a href="https://www.AfricanRun.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.AfricanRun.com</a>

Local Event: Grand African Run

Alexandria

Grand African Run

Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.Meet Olympic Legends. Run for a Cause. Win a 2026 Toyota Corolla.
Join us for the 8th Grand African...

Join us for the October 10th Del Ray Vintage &amp;&nbsp;Flea Market!&nbsp;Saturday, October 10 9am-2pmFOUR&nbsp;locations in Del Ray along Mt. Vernon Avenue ... who doesn't love a vintage scavenger hunt?<ul><li>1804 Mt. Vernon Avenue &gt;&nbsp;Back lot of Salvation Army</li><li>1900 Mt. Vernon Avenue &gt;&nbsp;Front lot of Del Ray Psych &amp;&nbsp;Wellness</li><li>1913 Mt. Vernon Avenue &gt;&nbsp;Side yard of Del Ray Farmhouse</li><li>2000 Mt. Vernon Avenue &gt;&nbsp;Front Porch of Evening Star Cafe</li></ul>70+ vendors of vintage, antique, thrift, collectibles, upcycle and moreCome for the market and stay for the day in Del Ray!&nbsp;Sponsored by Amy Eggers of Nesting Place Partners at Compass Real Estate @amysillseggersCurious about applying to vend?&nbsp;Visit our website for more info:&nbsp;www.delrayvintageflea.com

Local Event: Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market

Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market

Join us for the October 10th Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market! Saturday, October 10 9am-2pmFOUR locations in Del Ray along Mt....

Gustave Boulangerie & Brasserie

Shop for original art and gifts from our favorite local artisans and crafters at Gustave Art &amp; Craft Market, this Saturday, October 10, 9:00am - 2:00pm at Gustave Boulangerie &amp; Brasserie 2213 Mt. Vernon Avenue in the heart of Del Ray. Stay to celebrate community, family fun, and Gustave’s delicious seasonal treats with live music &amp; kids activities. Mark your calendars for the second Saturday of the month through November and see you at Gustave!
Gustave Art &amp; Craft Market sponsored by Maureen Clyne,&nbsp; Coldwell Banker Realty, and Alexandria Celebrates Women.

Local Event: Gustave Art & Craft Market 

Gustave Art & Craft Market 

Shop for original art and gifts from our favorite local artisans and crafters at Gustave Art & Craft Market, this Saturday,...

Penrose Square

Join us for Pike Fest, Columbia Pike's signature fall festival, on Saturday, October 10!
Celebrate everything that makes Columbia Pike one of Arlington's most vibrant and diverse communities with an afternoon full of live music, delicious food, family fun, and local shopping. From incredible restaurants and food vendors to artisan makers, community organizations, and small businesses, Pike Fest is your chance to experience the very best of the Pike all in one place.
Enjoy live performances throughout the day, grab a beer or glass of wine in the beer garden, browse unique local vendors, and let the kids enjoy face painting, a giant bounce house, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Don't forget to stop by our FREE Fall Family Photoshoot to capture the season with family and friends!
Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting Columbia Pike for the first time, Pike Fest is the perfect way to celebrate our community, support local businesses, and make lasting memories.
🕛 12:00 – 6:00 PM
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
📍 Penrose Square
🎵 Live local music
🍴 Local restaurants &amp; food vendors
🍺 Beer &amp; wine garden
🛍️ Artisan &amp; community vendors
🎨 Face painting
🏰 Giant bounce house
📸 FREE Fall Family Photoshoot
🎉 Fun for all ages
Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the day celebrating Columbia Pike at its biggest Fall event of the year. We can't wait to see you at Pike Fest 2026!

Local Event: Pike Fest 2026

Pike Fest 2026

Join us for Pike Fest, Columbia Pike's signature fall festival, on Saturday, October 10!
Celebrate everything that makes...

The <a href="https://savethefrogs.com/march-2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Million Frog March</a> Returns To The Lincoln Memorial!Your are invited to join the Million Frog March, a historic gathering of frog enthusiasts, nature lovers and democracy defenders!
Democracy And Amphibian Conservation Converge In Washington, D.C. this Saturday, October 10
SAVE THE FROGS! will hold the second annual <a href="https://savethefrogs.com/march" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Million Frog March</a>, a peaceful, family-friendly gathering of frog enthusiasts, environmental activists and democracy advocates, at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. this Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m.
The march calls attention to the critical connection between healthy democracies and healthy ecosystems. With amphibian species vanishing at alarming rates due to habitat destruction, pollution and climate change, and democratic freedoms under unprecedented attack, the Million Frog March asserts that these threats are inseparable and must be fought together."We'd rather croak than be silenced!" said SAVE THE FROGS! Founder Dr. Kerry Kriger, who will deliver remarks at the event. "Frogs have become an unexpected symbol of peaceful resistance. This march is our opportunity to defend both democracy and the natural world we all depend on."
The inaugural march on November 15, 2025 drew 65 participants in green attire and inflatable frog and axolotl costumes to the National Mall, where they educated hundreds of curious tourists. This year's march features speeches connecting environmental protection with democratic values, frog-themed music and poetry, and a short march along Constitution Avenue to the Albert Einstein Memorial, just a few weeks before the midterm elections.
WHAT: Million Frog March 2026: speeches, frog-themed music and poetry, and a march along Constitution Avenue
WHEN: Saturday, October 10, 2026,
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET1:00 to 2:15 p.m.: speeches, Lincoln Memorial
2:15 to 2:30 p.m.: march along Constitution Avenue to the Albert Einstein Memorial
2:30 to 3:00 p.m.: educating passers-by
WHERE: Lincoln Memorial, 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, D.C. 20037
INTERVIEWS: Dr. Kerry Kriger, ecologist and DC-area native, available by phone before the event and in person on the day
MORE INFO:&nbsp;<a href="https://savethefrogs.com/march-2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">savethefrogs.com/march-2026</a>
PHOTOS FROM 2025:&nbsp;<a href="https://savethefrogs.com/march-dc-2025" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">savethefrogs.com/march-dc-2025</a>
SAVE THE FROGS! is the world's largest amphibian conservation organization, with a long history of activism on behalf of frogs and their habitats. Founded by DC-area native Dr. Kerry Kriger in 2008, the organization has led major campaigns in Washington DC and beyond, including a landmark protest at the steps of the US EPA calling for a ban on Atrazine, a harmful herbicide that causes hermaphroditism in male frogs.
MEDIA CONTACT: Dr. Kerry Kriger
SAVE THE FROGS! Founder and Executive Director
contact@savethefrogs.com
415-878-6525
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Local Event: Million Frog March

Washington DC

Million Frog March

The Million Frog March Returns To The Lincoln Memorial!Your are invited to join the Million Frog March, a historic gathering of...

Join The Arlingtones Barbershop Chorus for a musical rom‑com where the chords are tight and the life choices are… not.
Love is an adventure. A thrill. A journey. A first‑class ticket to bliss.&nbsp; It’s also the gateway to chaos.&nbsp; Join the Arlingtones as a couple weaves their way through check-in, security, gate changes, love and chaos.
Join us after the show for a free Ice Cream Social.

Local Event: Arlingtones Barbershop Chorus Fall Show

Arlingtones Barbershop Chorus Fall Show

Join The Arlingtones Barbershop Chorus for a musical rom‑com where the chords are tight and the life choices are… not.
Love is...

The Tower Club Tysons

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner! Enjoy an exciting evening of casino games, delicious food, silent auctions, fellowship, and fun—all while supporting affordable housing for adults with intellectual disabilities. This year, we’re celebrating 30 years of Marian Homes and investing in the future of our homes through our Home Refurbishment Initiative. Don’t miss this special night! Get your tickets today at <a href="https://donorbox.org/events/939860/steps/choose_tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Purchase Gala Tickets</a>.

Local Event: Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Fairfax Station

Marian Homes, Inc. 2026 Casino Night Gala

Join Marian Homes, Inc. for our 2026 Casino Night Gala on Saturday, October 10, at the beautiful Tower Club in Tysons Corner!...

The free JSSA<a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> </a><a href="https://jssa.org/virtualexpos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo</a> is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly employers.
Expo program:
<ul>
 <li>Workshops (10 - 11:45 a.m.) Start your day with two engaging workshops tailored to jobseekers aged 50 and above. These sessions provide valuable strategies, tools, and insights to support your career journey.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>Employer Presentations (12 - 3 p.m.*) Employers share information about their current full- and part-time job openings. Jobseekers can ask employers questions via Zoom chat, making the expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li>
</ul>
Jobseekers: Whether you are re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking new opportunities, you are invited to
join us for the expo on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Register today at <a href="https://www.jssa.org/services/career-services/virtual-50-employment-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jssa.org/virtualexpos/</a>.
Employers: If your organization has at least three job openings, this is your opportunity to meet talented and experienced professionals. Learn more and register today at <a href="https://www.jssa.org/services/career-services/virtual-50-employment-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jssa.org/virtualexpos/</a>. Registration is free and required.
*The expo end time will be extended to accommodate additional employers. You may join, exit, and rejoin the expo as your schedule permits.
The free JSSA Northern Virginia Virtual 50+ Employment Expos are generously funded by The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation.
As of July 1, 2026, JCA and JSSA merged. Find the same service programs you relied on throughout the years, just under the JSSA name.
JSSA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Fairfax City

Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia,...

The free JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with...

Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Step inside the low-lit boutique manufacturing studio of 48 Blocks Fine Candy for an intimate, evening hosted tasting experience.
The After Hours Salon is a speakeasy-style event exploring the art of flavor arbitrage—the bold pairing of sweet, savory, salt, botanicals, and spice across artisanal confections, European charcuterie, and curated zero-proof libations. Guests will enjoy 1:1 interaction with the founders, preview small-batch releases, and receive a ticket credit applied toward any confectionery purchases made during the evening.
<ul><li>Admission: Ticketed (Capped at 20 guests to ensure an intimate experience).&nbsp;</li><li>Ticket Credit: Ticket price includes full credit toward in-studio confectionery purchases.</li><li>Details &amp; Registration: Reserve your spot at <a target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/4jkOJti" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/4jkOJti</a></li></ul>

Local Event: 48 Blocks: After Hours Salon

48 Blocks: After Hours Salon

Step inside the low-lit boutique manufacturing studio of 48 Blocks Fine Candy for an intimate, evening hosted tasting...

Fort Hunt Park

Join Breast Cancer Collective for the 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer on Sunday, October 18 at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, Virginia.
This annual breast cancer awareness walk brings together survivors, families, friends, teams, and community supporters from Alexandria and across Northern Virginia for a morning of connection, remembrance, and action.
Funds raised through the Walk to Bust Cancer support Breast Cancer Collective’s work to expand access to breast cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, and support services for people who may otherwise struggle to afford or access care.
The event includes a special recognition of breast cancer survivors and warriors, along with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere for walkers of all ages. Participants may register individually or as part of a team, and fundraising is encouraged but not required.
Whether you are walking in honor of someone you love, celebrating survivorship, remembering someone lost to breast cancer, or simply showing up to support better access to care, you are invited to be part of the community.
The Walk to Bust Cancer takes place Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA.
Register, join a team, or learn more at WalktoBustCancer.org.
Breast cancer survivors, families, friends, coworkers, neighborhood groups, businesses, and community teams are all welcome. Well-behaved dogs are encouraged to attend with their humans

Local Event: 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer

Old Town Alexandria

2026 Walk to Bust Cancer

Join Breast Cancer Collective for the 2026 Walk to Bust Cancer on Sunday, October 18 at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria,...

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The Alexandria A Cappella Collective is excited to announce that registration is open for the ’26-’27 season of its youth chorus, Capital Force! Students learn barbershop from top educators and will perform locally and on the Barbershop Harmony Society International stage at Virginia Beach in February in the beautiful Sandler Center for the Performing Arts.Join the kickoff rehearsal

The kickoff meeting on October 18 includes voice placement, an informal audition, vocal warm-ups, and singing together. You will also learn about the season’s dates and rehearsal expectations. Interested singers are welcome to register and try the first rehearsal before deciding whether to join.
Who can join?
Capital Force welcomes singers in grades 7-12 from the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Seventh graders are considered on a case-by-case basis with a recommendation from a parent and teacher.
Location and registration
Rehearsals take place in Alexandria. For participant safety, the exact rehearsal location is emailed to registered participants. Capital Force is supported in part by a grant from the Alexandria Commission for the Arts. Questions to info@aaccsings.org. For more information and registration go to <a href="https://sites.google.com/view/capital-force-youth-chorus/home" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sites.google.com/view/capital-force-youth-chorus/home</a>

Local Event: Capital Force Youth Chorus Kickoff

Capital Force Youth Chorus Kickoff

The Alexandria A Cappella Collective is excited to announce that registration is open for the ’26-’27 season of its youth...

Hayfield Community Park

This is a family-friendly memorial charity 5K race to help fight pancreatic cancer. Register now before the price increases on October 12th! Visit www.FilltheShoes.org for more info. Walkers welcome and there are tons of awards and prizes, so come on out on November 7th!

Local Event: 15th Annual Jack T. Farrar, Jr. "Fill the Shoes" 5K

Greater Alexandria

15th Annual Jack T. Farrar, Jr. "Fill the...

This is a family-friendly memorial charity 5K race to help fight pancreatic cancer. Register now before the price increases on...

15th Annual Jack T. Farrar, Jr. "Fill the Shoes" 5K

Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA) today announced the official launch of Fill the Break: The 2026 Arlington CCPTA Food Security Challenge. Running from September 16 through December 12, 2026, this countywide initiative aims to bridge the nutrition gap for Arlington Public Schools (APS) students during weekends, holidays, snow days, and extended school breaks when school-provided meals are unavailable.
To seed the effort, CCPTA membership has directly committed $2,000 from its central fund. Through the &ldquo;Fill the Break&rdquo; campaign, CCPTA is inviting local families, neighborhood businesses, civic organizations, and community members to match &ndash; and exceed &ndash; this initial investment.
The fundraiser incorporates a friendly competition between APS school PTAs &ndash; the one that raises the most money will win an award, as will the school PTA that earns the most individual donations!
All funds raised through the campaign directly support the newly established CCPTA Fill the Break Food Security Grant Fund. Member PTA and PTSAs across Arlington will be eligible to apply for micro-grants to finance localized food initiatives, such as emergency &ldquo;Snow Day Packs,&rdquo; weekend pantry drives, and grocery gift card distributions. Make sure to select your school&rsquo;s PTA to receive credit for your donation, whether you donate online or by check!
Donations may be made online at <a href="https://www.givebacks.com/causes/arlington-ccpta/campaigns/arlingtonccpta" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.givebacks.com/causes/arlington-ccpta/campaigns/arlingtonccpta</a>
Checks may be mailed to: Arlington CCPTA, Attn: Food Security, 2110 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 22204
*Please write the name of the APS school PTA you want to get credit on the memo line

CCPTA Launches "Fill the Break" Out-of-School...

Arlington County Council of PTAs (CCPTA) today announced the official launch of Fill the Break: The 2026 Arlington CCPTA Food Security Challenge....

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