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And on the Del Ray Patch calendar - Grand African Run

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What's up Del Ray! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Del Ray art events should you hit before Halloween?
  • See which 101-year-old conductor is headlining Art on the Avenue
  • Want to join Del Ray's next Zebra Book Club discussion?

Also on today's calendar: Grand African Run and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 74 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 82, low: 55.
  • Friday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, with a high of 76 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Alexandria Art Exhibitions: October 2026 Gallery Guide (thezebra.org) — Del Ray residents can dive into October's art scene with the Carnival of Curiosities show at Del Ray Artisans, timed perfectly with the neighborhood's Halloween Parade. Across Alexandria, Nepenthe Gallery, the Torpedo Factory, and Principle Gallery are hosting special exhibits, receptions, and art-and-wine evenings throughout the month, offering plenty of free or low-cost cultural outings close to home.
   

• At 101, Col. Arnald Gabriel Returns to the Conductor's Podium in Alexandria (thezebra.org) — A 101-year-old Alexandria conductor with deep family roots in Del Ray is returning to the podium during this year's Art on the Avenue festival. Col. Arnald Gabriel will lead the NOVA Concert Band on the stage named in his honor, offering neighbors a rare chance to see a decorated World War II veteran and longtime Air Force Band leader perform close to home.
   

• The Briar Club: Zebra Book Club Discusses Kate Quinn's Novel (thezebra.org) — Book lovers in Del Ray recently gathered at Cheesetique for a lively Zebra Book Club discussion of Kate Quinn's Red Scare–era novel, The Briar Club. The group, led by longtime member Michelle Watters, explored themes of fear, loyalty, and community, and is now inviting interested readers to finish the next pick before the October 26 meeting.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Old Town Alexandria

  • Listing of the Day: 220 S Fairfax Street, Alexandria (alxnow.com)
  • Old Town Alexandria Real Estate Market Update: 2026 (thezebra.org)

Burke

  • 93-Year-Old Fairfax County Man Dies After Crash In Burke Intersection: Police (patch.com)

Ok Del Ray! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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