? Alexandria's $615M tunnel to fix sewage overflows

Welcome to today's edition of Alexandria Patch AM. Here's a quick look at what's happening in your area.

• Alexandria's $615M tunnel to fix sewage overflows
• Discover Alexandria's historic Orange & Alexandria Railroad
• Alexandria Library marks 85th anniversary of historic 1939 sit-in

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 81 Low: 56.

Alexandria in the news:

• Alexandria, Va., Digs $615 Million Tunnel to Fix Its Sewage Overflows: Alexandria, VA is tackling sewage overflows with a $615 million tunnel project. The tunnel, dug by Hazel the Tunnel Boring Machine, spans 2.2 miles beneath the Potomac River and the oldest part of the city. (sej.org)
• Out of the Attic: Reminder of the Orange & Alexandria Railroad: Alexandria's first railroad, the Orange and Alexandria, is remembered through its two surviving structures: the Wilkes Street Tunnel and Hooff's Run Bridge. These historical landmarks highlight the city's rich railroad history. (alextimes.com)
• 85 years ago today: Alexandria Library sit-in sought seat at table for all readers: The Alexandria Library commemorates the 85th anniversary of the 1939 sit-in by unveiling a new traveling exhibition. The event highlights the efforts of five Black men who protested for equal access to the library, leading to the eventual integration of Alexandria Public Libraries in 1959. (wtop.com)
• Alexandria's Anne Theresa Hood Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: Anne Theresa Hood from Alexandria, VA, has graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Nominated by Sen. Tim Kaine and Congressman Don Beyer, she now holds a BS degree and is commissioned to serve in the armed forces. (thezebra.org)
• Alexandria Library Hosting Second Annual Black Family Reunion Event: The Alexandria Library is hosting its second annual Black Family Reunion event on September 14, aimed at preserving the city's Black history. The event will feature food, music, games, and a presentation by Jason Wood. (thezebra.org)

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Upcoming events:

Featured on Patch:

• Register for Fun Classes! at 3700 Burgundy Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22303 (Thursday, Aug. 22 at 9 a.m.)
• Meet and Greet our Leadership Team on August 22nd at 4pm - 8pm at Clyde's at Mark Center, 1700 N Beauregard St, Alexandria, VA, 22311 (Thursday, Aug. 22 at 4 p.m.)
• FREE School Supply GIVEAWAY, while Honoring Fairfax County Police Officers at 8115 Fordson Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22306 (Saturday, Aug. 24 at 10 a.m.)
• 2024 Around The World Cultural Food Festival at Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St, Alexandria, VA, 22314 (Saturday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m.)
• Chamber Music - FREE- Sundays at 3 at 201 South Washington Street (Sunday, Aug. 25 at 3 p.m.)
• We'd love to feature your events! Add your event here

Thursday, Aug. 22

• Breast Ultrasound Screening is Coming Direct to You! at 2700 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22314 (9 a.m.)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar at Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus at Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus, 5000 Dawes Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22311 (11 a.m.)
• Tai Chi at Beatley Library at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room (5:30 p.m.)
• Nerdy Knotters at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room (6 p.m.)
• Girls Who Code - Let's learn to program! (ages 8-12) at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Small Conference Room (6 p.m.)
• Every Thursday: FREE Trivia Night at Bark Social Alexandria! at Bark Social Alexandria Dog Day Camp (7 p.m.)
• DJ 2Nutz ? Starr Hill Brewery Tysons at Starr Hill Tysons Brewpub (9 p.m.)
• David Thong Music at Starr Hill Tysons Brewpub (9 p.m.)

Friday, Aug. 23

• August Artist Adventure at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library -
• Helping You Navigate Medicare at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room (11 a.m.)
• Annual Picnic at Montgomery Park (11 a.m.)

Click on the event times for more details. Please confirm event details with the organizers before attending.

Alexandria chatter:

Here's what your neighbors and local leaders are talking about.

• Thank you neighbors who have dropped off bikes for my bike ministry.: "I refurbish and recycle bikes to give away to immigrants and needy families in our area. I do have to sell some adult and or kids bikes at a below?" (Nextdoor - Fort Hunt-Stratford)
• "The VSP's Bureau of Criminal Investigation's Fairfax Field Office is seeking the public's assistance with a suspicious death investigation in the?" (Twitter)
• KINKY THE CAT: "To Kinky's owners, I saw your beautiful boy and your neighbor's yard this morning. He was just as friendly as could be not aggressive at all rubbing?" (Nextdoor - Pinecrest)
• "Reminder, tonight 6PM join Interim Chief Pedroso and members of the APD Command Staff & Officers on the West End. We'll meet at Brookvalley Park 5599?" (Twitter)

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That's all we've got today. Wishing you the best,

— Patch AM Team

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