Publisher's Note

The Arts come alive in Alexandria during September and October.
The artists at the Torpedo Factory Art Center showcase their work in both their studios and the galleries in the Factory. From pottery to oils, watercolors, jewelry, mixed media and more are on display. And don’t miss First Thursday in Del Ray and Second Thursday in Old Town. Mount Vernon Avenue rocks with events on the First Thursday of each month. On the Second Thursday of the month the Torpedo Factory and King Street galleries stay open late.
The weekend of September 13 & 14 offers the Festival of the Arts on King Street from the water to Washington Street. Over 150 artists and crafters display their work for sale. Christ Church will hold a “family friendly respite” from the Festival with face painting, bead stringing, and a moon bounce.
Mount Vernon is holding their 18th Century Crafts Fair the same weekend with over 50 craftspeople demonstrating pottery, candle making, a wheelwright, barrel making, and much more.
The 13th annual Art on the Avenue will be held on October 4th. This year over 300 juried artists and crafters will set up along Mount Vernon Avenue for the day. In addition three stages of music, children’s art activities are scheduled.
The kids always enjoy Alexandria Arts Safari. This hands on arts and crafts event at the Torpedo Factory has become a favorite for young and old.
There is a bike ride, civil war demonstrations, archeology digs, and a recreation of Edgar Allan Poe’s visit to Alexandria on Halloween. So check out the Calendar of Events and Discover All Things Alexandria.

Michael Geissinger

Publisher/Editor