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In 1755, Major General Edward Braddock, Commander-inChief of His Majesty’s Forces in North America, lodged at Carlyle House. While staying at Carlyle House, he convened a meeting of five colonial governors. One of Braddock’s objectives was to secure funding for his upcoming campaign against the French. Carlyle called this gathering “the Grandest Congress … ever known on the Continent.” Visitors to the Carlyle House will experience Braddock’s visit and the French and Indian War firsthand through costumed interpreters.

April 2nd

Del Ray Dog Fest

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission: Free

George Washington Middle School Parking Lot 1005 Mount Vernon Avenue visitdelray.com

Del Ray Dog Fest is a springtime festival celebrating dogs, their owners and the Del Ray community. This fun outdoor event which will include dog-centered activities, doggie menu items, live music and vendors and will be capped with Yappy Hour specials along the Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray. The event is dog friendly and will take place outdoors, rain or shine.

APRIL 22ND

Discovering Alexandria Architecture

Walking Tour

10:00 AM

Admission: $20 per person Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax Street 703-549-2997 novaparks.com

Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join for a tour of Alexandria and explore the various architectural styles that adorn the city streets. Reservations are required as space is limited. Please wear comfortable shoes for this 1.5-hour guided tour. Tours are held rain or shine unless there is severe weather.

APRIL 14TH

The Late Shift Art Night: Cherry Blossom Jubilee

7 to 10 p.m.

Admission: Free

Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union Street 703-746-4590 torpedofactory.org

In partnership with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Torpedo Factory Art Center invites visitors to explore the celebrated cherry blossoms through art demonstrations, music and interactive activities among three floors of open studios and galleries.

15TH

Garden Day Tours at Carlyle House

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission: Free, suggested $5 donation towards garden restoration Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax Street (703) 549-2997 novaparks.com

Enjoy open house-style tours of the garden at Carlyle House as part of the Historic Garden Week in Virginia. Experts will be on site to answer questions about working within the confines of a historic garden in an ever-changing climate. Tours are continuous throughout the day. No reservations are required.

APRIL 22ND THROUGH JULY 15TH

Alexander D’Agostino: “A Shrine for the Forgotten” Exhibition

Admission: Free Torpedo Factory Art Center 105 N. Union Street 703-746-4570 torpedofactory.org

Baltimore-based solo artist exhibition recipient, Alexander D’Agostino, presents “A Shrine for the Forgotten.” The work explores queer histories and images, through performance, installation, and reclaiming material from queer archives and other cultural resources related to the historic marginalization of LGBTQ people.

April 22nd Through October 31st

Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace at Carlyle House 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax Street 703-549-2997 novaparks.com

Join an hour-long gentle flow yoga class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. You will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance, deep stretching and, finally, relaxation. Please bring water, a towel and a yoga mat and wear comfortable yoga wear.

APRIL 23RD

Mad Science Apothecary Tour

1 to 5 p.m.

Admission: $8 per person

Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum 105-107 S. Fairfax Street 703-746-3852

Come to the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum to explore where real science and mad science collide. 45-minute tours start every 30 minutes and feature historic medicines with surprising side effects. Upstairs, meet the museum’s very own mad scientist bringing to life some crazy concoctions and the science behind them. Children must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket.

PNC Parkway Classic

5K begins at 7:30 a.m.; 10-miler begins at 8 a.m.; Kid’s Dash begins at 10:30 a.m.

Admission: $85 for 10-miler and $45 for 5K and $50 for both virtual races; $20 for Kid’s Dash Old Town Alexandria parkwayclassic.com

Lace up your running shoes for the 2023 PNC Parkway Classic. The Parkway Classic 5K course starts and finishes at Oronoco Bay Park with a scenic and one-of-a-kind course through historic Old Town, Alexandria. Meanwhile, the 10-miler starts at George Washington’s Mount Vernon and finishes at Oronoco Bay Park with a scenic point-to-point course down the George Washington Memorial Parkway and through Old Town. Virtual options are available for 5K and 10-miler. The exciting 600-meter Kid’s Dash is designed for kids 12 and under (one parent is welcome to run alongside their little ones; no registration required). Each Dash participant will receive a special race bib and a finisher medal. There will be a limited number of Kid’s Dash spots, so register early.

APRIL 29TH ALX Dog Walk

8 to 11 a.m.

Admission: Free Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison Street 703-717-3672 alxdogwalk.com

Walkers and dogs alike can enjoy a two-mile walk down historic Union Street and return to the park along the beautiful waterfront walk for the awards celebration of music, prizes, treats, kids’ activities, dog fun and much more. Each registered walker receives a goody bag, packed with sustainable items, a t-shirt, one free raffle ticket for incredible prizes and a dog bandana.