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Join us on Monday, August 10, at the bookstore for a special event with Brad Ryan to discuss his book <a href="https://oldtownbooks.com/item/gQpiPqSJBXgoYv5mENCsWQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Grandma Joy and Me</a>: A heartrending, transformative true story following Brad Ryan and his grandmother Joy Ryan as they embark on a seven-year journey to visit every US National Park. Raised in Appalachia, Grandma Joy lived a life shaped by constraints and hardships, while Brad grappled with the weight of family rifts and unresolved pain. Together, they embarked on a quest not only to witness the majesty of America’s wild landscapes but also to heal generations of struggles and misunderstandings. Over seven years, they sought to visit all sixty-three US National Parks. From the towering peaks of Denali to the otherworldly beauty of the Everglades, each park became a classroom, teaching them profound lessons about nature, resilience, and each other. Grandma Joy and Me follows a seven-year adventure of intergenerational healing, wherein a grandmother and grandson find themselves released from the injustices—real and imagined—that had long held them hostage. An emotionally charged exploration of love, forgiveness, and resilience, this unique bond between a young man and his ninety-three-year-old grandmother—the oldest person to visit every US National Park—is more than just any travel tale; it is a testament to what makes us deeply human.
Following the discussion, Brad will sign copies of his book.
About the author
BRAD RYAN is a veterinarian, wildlife conservationist, social media influencer, and writer from southeastern Ohio. He earned his BA from Miami University in Ohio, an MSc in mammalian biology from the University of Pretoria in South Africa, and a DVM/MPH combined degree from The Ohio State University, specializing in wildlife medicine and veterinary public health. For Brad, storytelling is a vehicle for healing—rooted in empathy, inspired by nature, and driven by a desire to help others feel seen and connected. As a keynote speaker, he champions LGBTQ+ inclusion in the outdoors, eliminating stigma around mental health, and the protection of wildlife and public lands. Follow him on Instagram @GrandmaJoysRoadTrip and @DoctorBradRyan.

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Can music help Americans talk about one of our most divisive issues? Find out by joining the <a href="https://alexfilmfest.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Alexandria Film Festival</a> and <a href="https://safercountry.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Safer Country</a> for the Virginia premiere of “Louder Than Guns” on <a href="https://www.alexandriava.gov/NNO" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">National Night Out</a>, August 4, at 6 pm at The Lyceum in Old Town, Alexandria. The film follows Old Crow Medicine Show frontman and “Wagon Wheel” co-writer Ketch Secor and journalist David Greene as they travel through rural, urban and suburban America, bringing together people with sharply different views on guns—and discover the possibility of understanding, healing and common ground. <a href="https://aff2026screenings.eventive.org/schedule/6a25f111d40d40dab79364de" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets</a> ($15) are available online or at the door.
Following the film, join Safer Country’s Executive Director Paul Friedman and David Greene for a Q&amp;A discussion about the film and gun violence prevention.

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Virginia Premiere of "Louder Than Guns" August 4 at The Lyceum

Gustave Boulangerie & Brasserie

Shop for original art and gifts from our favorite local artisans and crafters at Gustave Art &amp; Craft Market, every second Saturday, 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. Each month features live music with local musicians and 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.

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DEL RAY VINTAGE &amp; FLEA MARKET – AUGUST 8Mark your calendar for one of Alexandria’s favorite events! Join us on Saturday, August 8 for the Del Ray Vintage &amp; Flea Market—a vibrant, open-air market filled with one-of-a-kind vintage finds, handmade goods, local art, and curated treasures you won’t see anywhere else.
Stroll through 70+ incredible vendors, discover statement pieces for your home, unique vintage fashion, and that perfect conversation-starting find—all while soaking in the energy of Del Ray’s amazing community.
☀️ Always the&nbsp;Second Saturday of Each Month | 9AM–2PM 
📍 1900 &amp;&nbsp;1804 Mt. Vernon Ave., Del Ray in&nbsp;Alexandria, VA&nbsp; 
🎶 Family-friendly • Dog-friendly • Always free to attend
Proudly sponsored by Nesting Place Partners at Compass Real Estate: Design • Build • Sales—your DMV experts in creating, transforming, and finding the perfect place to call home.
Come for the vintage… stay for the fun!

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Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School

Back to School season is here, and Shiloh Baptist Church wants to make sure every child starts the year prepared!
Join us at our Back to School Celebration on Saturday, August 9 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at Jefferson-Houston Prek-8 1B School, Alexandria, VA. Stop by for FREE school supplies, boys' haircuts, food, and fun for the whole family 🎉
Want to make a difference? Sponsor a School Supply Hope Bag for just $25 and help a child in your community head back to school ready to learn. Visit https://www.shiloh-bc.org/schoolto donate today.
Supplies are limited, so come early, it's first-come, first-served!

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Shoff Promotions Comic Book,
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SUNDAY
AUGUST 9….9:30am-3pm at the Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo
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