Community Corner

Alexandria School Rankings + Plastic Bag Tax + Art On The Avenue

Get caught up on everything worth knowing in Del Ray with the latest headlines and social media feeds.

Emily Leayman's profile picture
Emily Leayman, Patch StaffVerified Patch Staff Badge
(Emily Leayman/Patch)

Morning, neighbors! Emily Leayman here with your Wednesday edition of the Del Ray Daily. We will be providing a roundup of local headlines and announcements several times a week.

Are you a local business owner or marketer in Del Ray? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown.

First, today's weather:

Rain starting in the afternoon. High: 75 Low: 69.

Here are the top stories in Del Ray today:

  1. Del Ray-Based Neighborhood Restaurant Group Wins RAMMY Award (Del Ray Patch)
  2. Go for a Ride: Alexandria Library Hosting Bike Ride To Showcase Local Art Oct. 2 (The Zebra)
  3. Alexandria Schools Among Top Private Schools, Most Diverse: Niche (Del Ray Patch)
  4. City Of Alexandria: City Of Alexandria, Arlington County And Fairfax County Move To Adopt Plastic Bag Tax (Press Release Desk )
  5. Best of Washington 2021 (Washingtonian)
  6. Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza and Tap Named In Top 100 Restaurants in United States (The Zebra)

Today's Del Ray Daily is brought to you by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com.

Today in Del Ray:

Del Ray Patch Notebook

  • Animal Welfare League of Alexandria: "Behind Braveheart's serious face is a gal who likes to have fun! She loves to roll around and purr. But her purr isn't just any purr! Braveheart sounds like a little motorcycle when she's happy. Schedule an appointment to meet Braveheart..." (Facebook)
  • Animal Welfare League of Alexandria: "Dwight is on the move! Once you've been spotted, he quickly climbs into your lap for affection. He'll then lean in for some pets and let out a few meows of appreciation. If you're looking for a new best friend who loves to cuddle, then D..." (Facebook)
  • Fire Department, City of Alexandria, VA: "This morning, we welcomed Recruit School 52 for their first day at the training academy. We hired 28 great people and our training staff will prepare them to be great first responders. We're happy to have you as a part of our team. Welco..." (Facebook)
  • Fire Dept Alexandria, VA: "This morning, we welcomed Recruit School 52 for their first day at the training academy. We hired 28 great people and our training staff will prepare them to be great first responders. We're happy to have you as a part of our team. Welco..." (Instagram)
  • Fire Dept Alexandria, VA: "Recently, AFD received permission to run a few training exercises in a building on Osage Street that was ready for demolition. Our first responders were able to do an array of exercises including ventilation, search and hose. #stayready ..." (Instagram)
  • Police Department, City of Alexandria, Virginia: "NOTIFICATION: Police are in the 200 block of S. Reynolds St. for a shooting investigation that occurred around 1:15pm. Evidence was recovered. At least one person was injured. Injuries are not life-threatening. Anyone with information sh..." (Facebook)
  • Animal Welfare League of Alexandria: "Tessie knows that if she keeps searching her snuffle mat, more yummy treats are bound to come out, and she won't give up until they do! Learn more about Tessie and how to meet her in her #AwesomeFoster's home by contacting our adoptions ..." (Facebook)
  • Visit Alexandria VA: ""Alexandria, Virginia, pound for pound, may be the country's most potent tourist destination," says this Forbes feature. Read on to know why:" (Facebook)
  • Animal Welfare League of Alexandria: "What do Bacon and Biscuit have in common? They're each other's BFF! This delightful duo would also be happy to share their love with a new best friend who will enjoy hearing them chatter. Schedule an appointment to meet these adorable gu..." (Facebook)
  • Fire Department, City of Alexandria, VA: "Recently, AFD received permission to run a few training exercises in a building on Osage Street that was ready for demolition. Our first responders were able to do an array of exercises including ventilation, search and hose. #stayready ..." (Facebook)
  • Alexandria Stylebook: "We are all smiles for "the 21st (night) of September" 🎶 What is your favorite thing about September? Tell us in the comments ⬇️ We love the fashion— Sweater vests are currently trending and The Hive has plenty to offer! . . . #alexandri..." (Instagram)
  • Visit Alexandria VA: "Grab a stein full of lager at these Alexandria #Oktoberfest celebrations." (Facebook)
  • Visit Del Ray: "Congrats to @bageluprising on their 2nd anniversary on the Avenue! #visitdelray #supportlocalrestaurants" (Facebook)
  • Art on the Avenue: "Don't miss the unbelievably talented Vocal Performance Ensemble from The Academy at Metropolitan School of the Arts! They'll kick off the 26th annual Art on the Avenue on Oct. 2 at 10am with a performance at the intersection of Mount Ver..." (Facebook)
  • Art on the Avenue: "Between Art on the Avenue and the Del Ray Halloween Parade, October is our very favorite month in Del Ray. @mybrainchild's pumpkins with personality celebrate both events! Find them at Booth 177 at Art on the Avenue on Oct. 2. #artonthea..." (Facebook)
  • Art on the Avenue: "Did you know that Art on the Avenue is a completely volunteer-run community event? A wide variety of volunteer opportunities are still available; click below to be a part of our incredible team." (Facebook)
  • Art on the Avenue: "For 26 years, Art on the Avenue has inspired future artists by providing free art projects hosted by local non-profits at the Kids Art Corner — a festival favorite. We're thrilled that Kids Art Corner is returning with safety in mind for..." (Facebook)
  • Visit Del Ray: "Most creative neighborhood in the world! So many ways to showcase your talent in Del Ray, including the region's top arts festival (@artontheavenuedelray is back on Oct. 2!), the incredible work of the @delrayartisans year-round, fun pop..." (Facebook)
  • AlexandriaVA.gov: "INFO :: The Alexandria Health Department will host a free flu shot clinic on October 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Francis C. Hammond Middle School (4646 Seminary Road). Flu shots are available for adults and children ages 6 months and..." (Facebook)
  • City of Alexandria, VA: "The Alexandria Health Department will host a free flu shot clinic on October 2, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Francis C. Hammond Middle School (4646 Seminary Road). Flu shots are available for adults and children ages 6 months and older. ..." (Instagram)
  • AlexandriaVA.gov: "NEWS :: On May 15, the Alexandria City Council adopted phase I technical revisions of the City's noise ordinance. The City is now seeking public input on a phase II revision that would address policy issues associated with land use, nois..." (Facebook)
  • Art on the Avenue: "When COVID-19 lockdowns restricted travel, photographer @alexandra.schmeling traded her camera for watercolors and a paint brush. During her Art on the Avenue debut, she'll feature original paintings and prints from DC, France, and other..." (Facebook)
  • AlexandriaVA.gov: "NEWS :: At a public hearing on September 18, the Alexandria City Council voted unanimously to amend a City Code provisions regulating procurement of City contracts, and adopted a resolution establishing guidelines for soliciting or recei..." (Facebook)
  • Art on the Avenue: "Adam Godet of @godet_woodworking makes his Art on the Avenue debut this year, showcasing an array of cutting boards, coasters, wine displays, and small tables. Visit him at Booth E185 at Art on the Avenue on Oct. 2! #artontheavenue #wood..." (Facebook)
  • George Washington Middle School: "Today at 5:00 PM! BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT! Remember this year we have it virtual through our CANVAS platform." (Facebook)
  • Visit Del Ray: "Congratulations to Neighborhood Restaurant Group's NRG Provisions -- winner of the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington's 2021 RAMMY Award for the Most Impressive Pivot to Provisions or Market! #visitdelray #supportlocalrestaur..." (Facebook)

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

Events:

For sale:

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! See you all tomorrow morning for another update. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Emily Leayman

About me: Emily Leayman is your local Patch editor for Alexandria, Falls Church and parts of Fairfax County, Virginia. Before joining Patch, she has reported on local and national news in Washington, DC and Pennsylvania. A native of Allentown, Pennsylvania, she lives in Falls Church. In her free time, she volunteers with a dog rescue, watches hockey and frequents local coffee shops. Contact Emily with story ideas at emily.leayman@patch.com and follow her on Twitter @emilyleayman.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Del Ray Daily? Reach out anytime to Emily.Leayman@patch.com.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Del Ray