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<h2>Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
</h2><h2>$125 and Under
Exhibit Dates: November 6–29, 2026</h2>
<h2>Digital entry deadline: Saturday, October 10, 2026 by midnight</h2>
Del Ray Artisans invites members to submit their best work priced at $125 or less for this popular cash-and-carry exhibit. All media and all themes are welcome. Plus this year there is no entry fee!
The exhibit is open only to Del Ray Artisans members.
<a href="https://form.jotform.com/262317757952164" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Entry Details &amp; Form</a>
Image: “Study 18” by Dale Spivey
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				<a href="https://delrayartisans.org/organizer/dale-spivey/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dale Spivey</a>			</li>
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				<a href="https://delrayartisans.org/organizer/liz-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liz Martinez</a>			</li>
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				<a href="https://delrayartisans.org/organizer/dale-spivey/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dale Spivey</a>			</li>
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				<a href="https://delrayartisans.org/organizer/liz-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liz Martinez</a>			</li>
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Local Event: “$125 and Under” Call for Entry Deadline Sat October 10 @ 11:59 pm 

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Call for Entry ~ Open to Del Ray Artisans Members
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“$125 and Under” Call for Entry Deadline Sat October 10 @ 11:59 pm 

Del Ray Psych & Wellness, LLC

A 6-Week Experiential Group with&nbsp;Sarah&nbsp;Pitkin, LPC, LSATP, ATR-BC
Grief doesn't follow a timeline, and there is no single "right" way to navigate the loss of someone important to you.
This six-week group is designed for adults who are in a season of mourning following the death of someone they love. Whether your loss is recent or you have been carrying your grief for some time, this group offers a supportive space to connect with others who understand the complexity of grieving.
Led by&nbsp;Sarah&nbsp;Pitkin, LPC, LSATP, ATR-BC, the group combines&nbsp;psychoeducation, expressive art, experiential activities, and supportive discussion. Each week will offer opportunities to better understand the grieving process, explore and express emotions, develop meaningful ways of coping, and connect with others navigating their own experiences of loss.
There will be space to&nbsp;learn, reflect, create, talk, listen, and simply be. Participants are never required to share more than feels comfortable. This group may be appropriate for individuals at many different stages of the grief journey. No art experience is necessary.
Grief can feel deeply personal and, at times, isolating. This group offers an opportunity to move through it alongside others—to learn together, cry together, find moments of connection, and begin figuring out what it means to carry both your loss and your life forward.
Duration: 6-Week Group | 75 minutes weekly
When: Wednesday Evenings 6:00pm-7:15pm starting September 30th (9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4)
Where: Del Ray Psych &amp; Wellness - 1900 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301
Investment: $450 for 6 sessions (Discount Available for DRP Clients - Email <a href="mailto:office@delraypsych.com">office@delraypsych.com</a> for more information)
Capacity: Limited to 8 spots

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Waterford Foundation

October 2-4, 2026&nbsp; &nbsp;Come experience an autumn celebration of Americana at the Waterford Fair, recognized as one of the Sunshine Artist 200 Best of 2026. This three-day event features juried heritage crafts, historic homes tours, live music, and family-friendly activities, with local food, wine, and beer available for purchase. One Ticket. Three Days. Endless Memories&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=26489&amp;type=tickets&amp;show=custom&amp;custom=61104|61105|61106" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets Here</a>

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The next Del Ray Poetry Reading will take place on Friday, Oct. 2, from 7-9 PM at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mt. Vernon Avenue. Our featured poet is Sarah Carter. After her reading, we’ll open the mics for everyone to read their poems. Our theme this month is “To Know the Dark.” The event is free and open to the public. 



About Sarah

Sarah J. Carter is a Mental Health First Aid certified poet and public servant who calls the DMV home. This fall she is celebrating the release of her first traditionally published book, Sisterhood Saved Me, with Pencil x Paper Publishing.

From survivor stories to the medical necessity of a girls’ night, Sisterhood Saved Me is an ode to the friendships that save us, one happy hour and pep talk at a time. Tender yet fiery, this collection grapples with patriarchy and loneliness while reveling in femininity and fun.

She is also the author of a best-selling, self-published poetry collection titled Even In The Grief. Prior to her DC life, Sarah was a student editor for the Appalachian Review while earning a B.A. in English with a focus on Creative Writing at Berea College. She also holds a Master’s in Conflict Resolution from George Mason University.

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Del Ray Artisans

<h1>“Carnival of Curiosities” Art Exhibit Opening Reception</h1>
Fri October 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EDT 					FREE, donations appreciated
<h2>Carnival of Curiosities&nbsp;Art Exhibit 
October 2–31, 2026 
Opening Reception: Friday, October 2 from 7–9pm</h2>

Welcome one and all to the Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans where we’ll explore all things carnival and circus related, from fun foods and silly games to quirky costumes, haunted attractions, terrifying oddities, and magical slights of hand! Step right up! But beware, not everything is as it seems.
Join us for the opening reception on Friday, October 2 between 7-9pm to meet curators Tiara Safic-Martin and Morgan Parr and the exhibiting artists. Mark your calendar now or <a href="https://carnival-of-curiosities.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">set a reminder through Eventbrite</a>. Thank you to <a href="https://www.mcdmateos.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">MCD Mateos</a> McDonald’s for their generous donation for the reception.
Visit the gallery during&nbsp;<a href="https://delrayartisans.org/event/art-on-the-avenue-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Art on the Avenue</a>, the annual arts festival along Mount Vernon Avenue, on Saturday, October 3. Del Ray Artisans will be open from 10am-6pm during the festival and will host a STEAM-tastic activity (Make Scratchboard Art) in the Kids’ Art Corner in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields from 10am-3pm.
The Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit runs from October 2–31, 2026 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are Thursday 12-6pm, Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 12-6pm, and Sunday 12-6pm (closed on November 1).

For more information, contact the Director of Curating, Amy Kitchin Hower, at <a href="mailto:curating@delrayartisans.org">curating@delrayartisans.org</a>.“Killer Clown Quartet” by Tiara Safic-Martin

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Mount Vernon Avenue

Along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 10am-6pm, you’ll find: <a href="https://www.artontheavenue.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Art on the Avenue</a>, a multicultural arts festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in Alexandria, Virginia. There will be entertainment for all ages, art activities, food, and artists displaying and selling their work all along Mount Vernon Avenue. Art on the Avenue is sponsored by the Del Ray Business Association.
<h2>Art Exhibit &amp; Kids Art Corner</h2>
Directly in front of the gallery during Art on the Avenue, Del Ray Artisans will present member artwork, handcrafted greeting cards, and upcycled tote bags made from exhibit banners (booths W-194 and W-195). Inside the gallery, you’ll find the <a href="https://delrayartisans.org/event/carnival-of-curiosities/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Carnival of Curiosities art exhibit</a> featuring art by local artists and our Alcove Gift Shop exclusively featuring work by Del Ray Artisans members.
Also visit Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic activity tent in the Kids’ Art Corner (Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields) to make scratchboard art!&nbsp; The activity is for children of all ages. Drop-in to this self-paced activity between 10am-3pm.
<h2>Support Del Ray Artisans Members, Local Artists</h2>
Many Del Ray Artisans members are juried into Art on the Avenue. Be sure to visit their booths: 
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Stop by the Nest Academy parking lot (2609 Mt Vernon Ave) to see these demonstrations by member artists: 
TBD 
For more information on Art on the Avenue, visit: <a href="https://www.artontheavenue.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.artontheavenue.org</a>
 
Photo courtesy of Kelly M. MacConomy (2019)

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The 31st Annual Art on the Avenue takes place on Sat., Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mt. Vernon Avenue in the heart of the...

Date/Time: Saturday, October 3, 10am-3pm 
Cost: FREE, donations appreciated 
(Drop-in, this is a self-paced activity)
Make scratchboard art at Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic activity tent in the <a href="https://www.artontheavenue.org/kids" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kids Art Corner during Art on the Avenue</a>! The Kids Art Corner is located outdoors in the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields. Come by any time between 10am-3pm to enjoy this self-paced activity.
Kids will draw designs using the scratching tools on their own butterfly-shaped, Halloween-themed, or rectangular scratchboard. Older kids will learn about and utilize stippling, hatching, and cross-hatching techniques, as well as how to create implied texture through mark-making. Plus pick up the handout on making your own scratchboards at home too!
The hands-on activity is for kids of all ages while supplies last. Family members are welcome. Please contact the Youth Programs Director at <a href="mailto:youth@delrayartisans.org">youth@delrayartisans.org</a> with any questions.
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<a href="https://delrayartisans.org/programs/youth/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">STEAM-tastic @ DRA</a> – Come join us at Del Ray Artisans for interactive classes about Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), taught by professionals from each field! Geared toward kids and teens, each lesson has a hands-on craft project. Del Ray Artisans’ Youth Art Programs are made possible through a generous donation from <a href="https://genesisinspirationfoundation.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Genesis Inspiration Foundation</a>. 

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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>

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