Essen Apartments Offers 2 Months Free in Alexandria, VA

Essen Alexandria

Looking for upscale living with smart features and serene surroundings? Essen Apartments in Alexandria, VA is now leasing — and for a limited time, new residents who sign a 13-month lease will receive 2 months of free rent! Located next to the beautiful Winkler Botanical Preserve, Essen blends modern luxury with natural tranquility. Residents enjoy thoughtfully designed apartments featuring keyless entry, Bluetooth-enabled smart bathroom mirrors, in-unit washer and dryer, and kitchens with open shelving, tile backsplashes, and under-cabinet lighting. Community amenities include: -A stunning rooftop lounge and sundeck -Expansive state-of-the-art fitness center -Pet spa, bike storage, and garage parking -Courtyards, BBQ areas, and access to nature trails Whether you're relaxing on the rooftop, working remotely from the lounge, or unwinding with a walk through the Preserve, Essen offers a lifestyle designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. 📍 Now Leasing at 1801 N. Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 📞 Call (571) 630-3977 or visit essenalexandria.com to schedule your tour today!

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Looking for upscale living with smart features and serene surroundings? Essen Apartments in Alexandria, VA is now leasing — and for a limited time,...

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Made in ALX Summer Art Camps

Made in ALX, in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, is excited to welcome kids ages 6 to 13 to our summer art camps! Your kids can paint, sculpt and craft in a positive and supportive environment with small class sizes (just 10 kids per session). These week-long, half-day camps are hosted both mornings and afternoons for children ages 6 to 9 or 10 to 13. Classes are taught by an experienced and loved Fairfax County Public Schools art teacher. See session descriptions and more information at madeinalx.com/artcamps. We can't wait to help your child exercise their creative muscle this summer!

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Old Town Alexandria

Made in ALX, in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, is excited to welcome kids ages 6 to 13 to our summer art camps! Your kids can paint, sculpt and...

Sponsored by old Town North Community Partnership For information contact Elizabeth Frommer at 703.835.8066 or email <a href="mailto:efrommer@mreproperties.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">efrommer@mreproperties.com</a>

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St. Elmo's Coffee Pub

Poets and Poetry Lovers: Please join us for our next Del Ray Poetry Reading on Friday, June 5 (7-9pm) at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub, 2300 Mt. Vernon Ave. Our featured reader is poet Claire Kinnane. After her reading we’ll open the mic for all to read their poems. The theme this month is “Summertime.” Your Cohosts, Wendi Kaplin &amp; Neal Learner




About Claire Kinnane Claire Kinnane is a poet, writer and proud mother of two from Washington DC. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing from American University and an M.Ed in Secondary Education from GW. She's taught high-school English at the Kirov Academy of Ballet, a boarding school for gifted dancers. Claire is the founder of Write &amp; Thrive, an organization which provides writing workshops to neurodivergent teens and adults. Her work has been featured in Mount Hope, Timber, Dash, Big Lucks and most recently, Five Points. She is a former winner of the Arlington Moving Words Competition.

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Del Ray Poetry Reading

Poets and Poetry Lovers: Please join us for our next Del Ray Poetry Reading on Friday, June 5 (7-9pm) at St. Elmo’s Coffee Pub,...

American Way Outdoor Park

🇺🇸 250th National Harbor Veterans Makers Market 🇺🇸 Honoring service. Celebrating legacy. Supporting those who served.
Join us at National Harbor for a powerful and meaningful day as we kick off the first event in a special three-part commemorative series honoring America’s 250th anniversary and the men and women who have served our country.
The 250th National Harbor Veterans Makers Market brings together veteran makers and artisans showcasing handmade art, crafts, jewelry, home décor, gifts, and specialty items. Each piece tells a story of resilience, creativity, and service, set against the beautiful waterfront backdrop of National Harbor.
This event marks the beginning of a patriotic series designed to honor veterans, support veteran-owned businesses, and bring the community together through creativity and remembrance.
What to Expect: • Veteran-made art, crafts, and specialty goods • Meaningful handmade and patriotic finds • Support veteran-owned and small businesses • A heartfelt waterfront tribute honoring service and heritage
📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 American Way Park 📌 100 American Way, Oxon Hill, MD
FREE ADMISSION. PET FRIENDLY. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT.

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National Harbor Veterans Makers Market

🇺🇸 250th National Harbor Veterans Makers Market 🇺🇸 Honoring service. Celebrating legacy. Supporting those who served.
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Leonard “Chick” Armstrong Recreation Center

As America celebrates their 250th birthday this year, come join us in celebrating with a concert honoring and highlighting American composers and music! Our free concert, A Journey Through American Music, will highlight American artists and composers throughout America's musical history. From jazz to marches to film music and everything in between, come join us on Saturday, June 6 at Leonard "Chick" Armstrong Rec Center for a fun and engaging musical time celebrating America's past and bright future. Our concert is at 3pm, but come by at 2pm for fun, family activities that will include games, crafts, and an instrument petting zoo where you can learn more about the individual band instruments. For free tickets, please visit <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-journey-through-american-music-tickets-1989160782447?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/e/a-journey-through-american-music-tickets-1989160782447?aff=oddtdtcreator</a>

Local Event: A Journey Through American Music

A Journey Through American Music

As America celebrates their 250th birthday this year, come join us in celebrating with a concert honoring and highlighting...

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