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!

Local Event: Back To School Giveaway

Alexandria city

Old Town Alexandria

Virginia

Back To School Giveaway

Back to School season is here, and Shiloh Baptist Church wants to make sure every child starts the year prepared!
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EVENT HOSTED BY&nbsp;THE&nbsp;MOUNT VERNON &nbsp;LODGE #219.&nbsp;&nbsp; 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Note: &nbsp;if weather turns during market time, more vendors will be inside the lodge.&nbsp;&nbsp;Come on in!&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a rain or shine event.
COMMUNITY SUNMERTIME EVENT:&nbsp;&nbsp;YOU WILL FIND -&nbsp;Antique, Vintage, as well as Crafters/Artisan Vendors, and refreshments for sale.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bring your visitors, your friends, and your family..
NEW!&nbsp;&nbsp;Linda Cunningham Goldstein, a Sotheby's-trained appraiser will be appraising your treasures for the low, low fee of $15 per verbal appraisal for items that can be carried.&nbsp; She will be located on site inside the lodge.
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR VENDORS!!!&nbsp; &nbsp;Antique, Vintage,&nbsp;Artisans and Crafters will be outside and inside the air-conditioned lodge.&nbsp; 
Great Community Event with something for everyone. Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, retro and handmade, bakery and chocolate artisans, handsewn gift items available for purchase. Please Support YOUR local vendors who work so hard to offer unique and lovely items to YOU! 
Many vendors will be selling -- with a variety of antiques and vintage items, from the very impractical (but lovely) to the extremely practical - they have it all! This is a market with all the vintage market wares: antique, vintage, collectibles, coins, stamps,&nbsp;furniture, depression glass, vintage/antique glassware, carpets, vintage clothes, handbags, toys,&nbsp;and more,&nbsp;AS WELL AS Arts &amp; Crafts Artisans, with handmade items, such as vintage and repurposed/handmade jewelry, crystal beaded bracelets, gemstone COMCON&nbsp;and animal figures, handcrafted soap figures, French lavender bud sachets in linen bags. There will be handmade/custom-crafted wreaths, crocheted scarves and hats, crocheted items,&nbsp;figures in lighted glass,&nbsp;gift baskets, great gift ideas. Enjoy browsing all the handmade and hand-picked curated gifts, collectible&nbsp;items, while enjoying the controlled temperature of the lodge building. 
MARKET SCHEDULE 2026: March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, October 17, Holiday markets: November 21, December 5 &amp; December 19.&nbsp; Every third Saturday of each month March through December; two holiday markets December 5 &amp; December 19.
A portion of the proceeds from this vendor&nbsp;event contributes toward college&nbsp;scholarships. 
Family and pet-friendly. &nbsp;Parking and restrooms on site.&nbsp; 
Join the&nbsp;festivities all year long!

Local Event: Mount Vernon Vintage, Antique, & Artisan Market

Fairfax County

Fort Hunt

Mount Vernon Vintage, Antique, & Artisan Market

EVENT HOSTED BY THE MOUNT VERNON  LODGE #219.   8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Note:  if weather turns during market time, more vendors...

NOTE: &nbsp;if weather turns to rain or stormy during market time, more vendors will be setting up inside the lodge building.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please come on in!&nbsp;&nbsp;
NEW!&nbsp;&nbsp;Linda Cunningham Goldstein, a Sotheby's-trained appraiser will be appraising your treasures for the low, low fee of $15 per verbal appraisal for items that can be carried.&nbsp; She will be located on site inside the lodge.
This is a rain or shine event. SUMMER MARKET EVENT:&nbsp; Antique, Vintage, as well as Crafters/Artisan Vendors, Practical (new/used), &amp; Refreshments for purchase (Hosted by Mount Vernon Lodge #219).
August 15, 2026 from 8:00-2:00 PM 
8717 Fort Hunt Rd., Alexandria, VA, 22308
Onsite Parking for Customers - overflow parking on Elkin street Restrooms on site, located in the lodge Heated/air-conditioned! RAIN OR SHINE! Pet and family friendlyRefreshments:&nbsp; Cake Faith Bakery joins with breakfast and lunch sandwiches/wraps and delicious baked pound cake varieties.
NEW!&nbsp;&nbsp;Linda Cunningham Goldstein, a Sotheby's-trained appraiser will be appraising your treasures for the low, low fee of $15 per appraisal.&nbsp; She will be located on site inside the lodge.
Food Vendors:&nbsp; Cake Faith (grilled breakfast/lunch sandwiches or wraps, homemade pound cake); Rotating vendors:&nbsp; Kaphiy Coffee Roasters (cold coffee, matcha, and refreshers);&nbsp; LB Desserts (pies, cakes, cupcakes, banana pudding cups, and more!);&nbsp; 
Lodge members will sell $1 drinks inside the lodge.
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR VENDORS!!! ******************************** Great Community Event with something for everyone.&nbsp; Up to 45 Vendors and crafters are set up both inside and outside, with unique, antique, vintage, exotic, unusual, retro, plus handmade, handsewn and gift items available for purchase, from the very impractical (but lovely) to the extremely practical - you will see it all! There will be fine and interesting antique and vintage items, collectibles of all kinds. There will be a great variety of items for sale -- come take a look!&nbsp; We hope to see you there! 
While in the area&nbsp;visit the fabulous award-winning&nbsp;Urban Redeux vintage-antique store up the road (not only a vintage-antique store - offers much more!):&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.urbanredeux.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQ3FhYVVxT0c1cDZ1dERud3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6mfn9S7lC1vQNgUDZiqxhTZBv4tRBWeZATA6BgvWpSQI941RmrZKgIlfkmTA_aem_udIgf5M07-Kk7t9Ci-9o0g" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.urbanredeux.com/</a> Address: 7916 Fort Hunt Rd, Alexandria, VA 22308 Phone: (703) 780-4301
MARKET SCHEDULE 2026:&nbsp; Every third Saturday of the month from March to December.&nbsp; Dates:&nbsp; March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19, October 17, Holiday markets: November 21, December 5 &amp; December 19.&nbsp; Every third Saturday of each month March through December, with two holiday markets in December.

Local Event: MT VERNON VINTAGE ANTIQUE ARTISAN MARKET (Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA)

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MT VERNON VINTAGE ANTIQUE ARTISAN MARKET (Fort...

NOTE:  if weather turns to rain or stormy during market time, more vendors will be setting up inside the lodge...

MT VERNON VINTAGE ANTIQUE ARTISAN MARKET (Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA)

Fredericksburg Convention Center

The Big Flea Antiques Event
Aug. 15-16 
Sat. 9-6 Sun. 11-4 $12 both days
Amazing Finds! Incredible prices!

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Fredericksburg

The Big Flea returns to The Fredericksburg Expo...

The Big Flea Antiques Event
Aug. 15-16 
Sat. 9-6 Sun. 11-4 $12 both days
Amazing Finds! Incredible prices!

The Big Flea returns to The Fredericksburg Expo Aug. 15-16th

Oronoco Bay Park

<h1>Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary</h1>
ALEXANDRIA, VA — One of the DMV's most anticipated cultural celebrations is marking a major milestone this summer. The 10th Annual Around The World Cultural Food Festival returns to Oronoco Bay Park on Saturday, August 29, inviting the community to experience a day of authentic global cuisine, live entertainment, and cultural discovery.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the festival transforms Alexandria's waterfront into an international destination where visitors can explore the flavors, music, traditions, and artistry of cultures from around the world. From sizzling street food and family recipes passed down through generations to vibrant cultural performances and handcrafted goods, the festival offers an immersive experience for all ages.
Guests can enjoy authentic cuisine representing countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East while watching traditional dance performances, shopping from international artisans and local small businesses, and enjoying activities for the whole family. Whether you're discovering a new favorite dish, celebrating your heritage, or exploring a new culture, there's something for everyone.
<h3>Event Details</h3>
<ul><li>🌍 Event: 10th Annual Around The World Cultural Food Festival</li><li>📅 Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026</li><li>🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM</li><li>📍 Location: Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison Street, Alexandria, VA 22314</li><li>🎟️ Admission: FREE</li><li>🍽️ Enjoy: Authentic international cuisine, live cultural performances, artisan vendors, global shopping, and family-friendly activities.</li></ul>
Come celebrate 10 years of bringing the world together—one culture, one community, and one delicious bite at a time.
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Local Event: Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary

Around The World Cultural Food Festival...

Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
ALEXANDRIA, VA — One of the DMV's most anticipated...

Around The World Cultural Food Festival Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary

George Washington's Mount Vernon

Explore George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens with the History Interpreter and Resident Fifer, Don Francisco.&nbsp;&nbsp;
On this tour, you will explore the Mount Vernon Estate and mansion house. Learn about the importance of music in the American Revolution, from critical communication to enjoyable entertainment, and about the Enslaved Community. Visit the Slave Memorial and Cemetery and participate in a moving wreath laying ceremony at George and Martha Washington’s tomb. The tour will conclude with a walk to the boat dock and 16-sided barn.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
Participants must be able to walk about a mile on gravel paths. The walk to the boat dock and barn requires walking up and down a hill and participants may choose whether to go on this portion of the tour or not.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
Participants must <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mountvernon.org%2Fticketing%2Fground-pass&amp;data=05%7C02%7Crharrison%40aarp.org%7Cde44d7b69a4642e2187d08dea54e5785%7Ca395e38b4b754e4493499a37de460a33%7C0%7C0%7C639129953118931895%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=BUZGkjq0va5F3hQaP8oBSFxbmHRgODND6%2FygEhREC2Q%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">buy grounds pass</a> and request entry to the Mansion Interior Tour at 11:30 a.m., or closest available time. Wear comfortable walking shoes and arrive at the entry gate by 9:30 a.m. and look for an AARP sign. The AARP tour will end around 1:00 p.m. After the tour, you can visit the gift shop and enjoy lunch at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant.

Local Event: Journey Through Mount Vernon with AARP Virginia

Journey Through Mount Vernon with AARP Virginia

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