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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Create Pop Art featuring Washington Sports Teams 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity. The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. Plus enjoy the current art exhibit! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \nOn the June 5th “Rep Your Team” First Thursday\, come to Del Ray Artisans to create pop art featuring Washington sports teams. Choose a template featuring the team logos for the Capitals\, Commanders\, DC United\, Mystics\, Nationals\, Spirit\, or Wizards—or draw your own! \nThe activity is inspired by renowned pop art artist Andy Warhol\, including his piece “The Great One” featuring Wayne Gretzky. Select the Washington Capitals template to honor our own “Great” 8\, Alex Ovechkin\, and celebrate his recent triumph of surpassing Gretzky as the all-time highest goal scoring player in the NHL. \nDrop-in; all ages and skill levels welcome.\n \nCreate your own Washington Capitals Pop Art on First Thursday (June 5\, 2025)\n“The Great One” (Wayne Gretzky) by Andy Warhol\n“The Cubist Captain” (Alex Ovechkin) by Kelly MacConomy\n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 3\, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue\nMay 1\, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 5\, 2025 – Rep Your Team\nJuly 3\, 2025 – Red\, White\, And Bloom\nAugust 7\, 2025 – Surf’s Up\nSeptember 4\, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-june-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Creative Summer Programs,Program,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20241124T184635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T174018Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Rummage Sale Preview 6:30-8pm
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery on the “Red\, White\, And Bloom” First Thursday (July 3\, 6:30-8pm) for our rummage sale preview and check out our selection of red\, white\, and blooming floral items! The rummage sale is a fundraiser for our nonprofit. Browsing is free of charge and all ages are welcome. \nVisit again on Saturday and Sunday\, July 5-6\, 8am-1pm for the huge rummage sale. Great deals on household items\, clothing\, office supplies\, jewelry\, toys\, books\, sports equipment\, handheld tools\, small appliances\, and more. Support Del Ray Artisans and go home with new-to-you treasures! \nDel Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. In July there will not be an exhibit on display during First Thursday. Save the dates for our Youth Art Camp exhibits: Saturdays\, July 19 and July 26\, from 1-3pm. \n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 3\, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue\nMay 1\, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 5\, 2025 – Rep Your Team\nJuly 3\, 2025 – Red\, White\, And Bloom\nAugust 7\, 2025 – Surf’s Up\nSeptember 4\, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-july-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraising,Program,Volunteer
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
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SUMMARY:Rummage Sale Fundraiser (8am-1pm\, Indoor Yard Sale)
DESCRIPTION:Ver información en Español\n  \nPlease share the flyer!\nSupport Del Ray Artisans and go home with new-to-you\, used treasures from our rummage sale inside the gallery on Saturday & Sunday\, July 5-6\, 8am-1pm. \nGreat deals on household items\, clothing\, office supplies\, jewelry\, toys\, books\, small appliances\, and more. All proceeds benefit Del Ray Artisans nonprofit arts organization. \nDonate Items\nDonated items are welcomed and appreciated. Items must be dropped off no later than July 4th (see dates/times below). Please do not drop off hazardous materials\, broken items\, or anything that requires two people to move (no large furniture or large electronics). \nDonation drop off dates/times are: \n\nMonday\, June 30\, 5-7pm\nWednesday\, July 2\, 12-9pm\nThursday\, July 3\, 12-9pm (Preview Sale from 6-9pm)\nFriday\, July 4\, 12-3pm\n\nVolunteer\nHelp receive and price donations for our annual rummage sale fundraiser during the drop off dates or help during the sale itself\, please contact Morgan Parr at volunteers@delrayartisans.org. English-Spanish bilingual volunteers are especially needed during the sale. \nDRA members are reminded to report their volunteer hours monthly.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/rummage-sale-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraising,Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Haddy Kreie":MAILTO:hkreie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20250617T220039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T162928Z
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SUMMARY:Gran Venta de Verano (8am-1pm\, Dentro de la Galería)
DESCRIPTION:See information in English\n  \n\n¡Por favor comparte!\n¡Invitación a una Gran Venta de Verano!\nSábado y Domingo\n5 de Julio y 6 de Julio\n8:00 AM – 1:00 PM \n2704 Mt Vernon Avenue\nAlexandria\, VA 22301\nDentro de la Galería de Arte Del Ray Artisans \nGrandes ofertas: artículos para el hogar\, ropa\, joyas\, productos para oficina\, materiales para arte\, juguetes\, libros\, artículos para deportes\, herramientas\, electrodomésticos y más. \nTodos los ingresos beneficiaran a la fundación sin ánimo de lucro\, Del Ray Artisans. \n¡No pase inadvertido\, encontrara grandes tesoros!
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/gran-venta-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraising,Volunteer
ORGANIZER;CN="Christian Melgar%2C Communications Director":MAILTO:communications@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20250721T143914Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Make art inspired by Andy Goldsworthy 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity! The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. \n“I think that I shall never see a poem as lovely as a tree” is a line from Joyce Kilmer’s poem “Trees.” Come see the Lovely As A Tree art exhibit at Del Ray Artisans gallery from August 1-30\, 2025. View member artwork indeed as lovely as a tree! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \nOn First Thursday\, August 7 from 6:30-8pm\, come make your own collage homage to a tree using found organic materials inspired by the art of the sculptor\, photographer\, and environmentalist Andy Goldsworthy. \n\n  \n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 3\, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue\nMay 1\, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 5\, 2025 – Rep Your Team\nJuly 3\, 2025 – Red\, White\, And Bloom\nAugust 7\, 2025 – Surf’s Up\nSeptember 4\, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-august-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20250910T223522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T223639Z
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: First Thursday: Make a picture frame inspired by Matisse's decoupages 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:This neighborhood event has been postponed to Thursday\, September 11 due to the weather. \nJoin us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity! The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. \nOn the last First Thursday of the year\, come make your own picture frame using puzzle pieces. This activity is inspired by mosaic artists and cut paper collages (decoupages) by Matisse. \nPlus get a sneak peek of the upcoming art exhibit\, Second Time Around. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September.\n  \n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 3\, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue\nMay 1\, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 5\, 2025 – Rep Your Team\nJuly 3\, 2025 – Red\, White\, And Bloom\nAugust 7\, 2025 – Surf’s Up\nRescheduled to September 11\, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-sept-2025-postponed/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20250721T144527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T223611Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Make a picture frame inspired by Matisse's decoupages 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity! The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. \nOn the last First Thursday of the year\, come make your own picture frame using puzzle pieces. This activity is inspired by mosaic artists and cut paper collages (decoupages) by Matisse. \nPlus get a sneak peek of the upcoming art exhibit\, Second Time Around. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September.\n  \n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 3\, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue\nMay 1\, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 5\, 2025 – Rep Your Team\nJuly 3\, 2025 – Red\, White\, And Bloom\nAugust 7\, 2025 – Surf’s Up\nRescheduled to September 11\, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-sept-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20250526T153614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T155820Z
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SUMMARY:Art on the Avenue 2025
DESCRIPTION:Along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025 from 10am-6pm\, you’ll find: Art on the Avenue\, a multicultural arts festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in Alexandria\, Virginia. There will be entertainment for all ages\, art activities\, food\, and artists displaying and selling their work all along Mount Vernon Avenue. Art on the Avenue is sponsored by the Del Ray Business Association. \nArt Exhibit & Kids Art Corner\nDirectly in front of the gallery during Art on the Avenue\, Del Ray Artisans will present member artwork\, handcrafted greeting cards\, and upcycled tote bags made from exhibit banners (booths W-194 and W-195). Inside the gallery\, you’ll find the Bump in the Night art exhibit featuring art by local artists and our Alcove Gift Shop exclusively featuring work by Del Ray Artisans members. \nAlso visit Del Ray Artisans’ STEAM-tastic activity tent in the Kids’ Art Corner (Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields) to make scratchboard art!  The activity is for children of all ages. Drop-in to this self-paced activity between 10am-3pm. \nSupport Del Ray Artisans Members\, Local Artists\nMany Del Ray Artisans members are juried into Art on the Avenue. Be sure to visit their booths: \n\nW 16 – Purple Cardinal Arts LLC\, Miyoung Obenschain (Painting)\nW 49 – Moxie & Magic\, Robin Reid (Glass)\nW 57 – Vega Star Ceramics\, Vega Overby (Ceramics & Pottery)\nW 85 – Papazian Design LLC\, Diana Papazian (Jewelry)\nW 103 – Blue Hippo Pottery\, Victoria Walchak (Ceramics & Pottery)\nW 107 – Chunky Images\, Corrin Pumphrey (Painting)\nW 111 – Samhara Ceramics\, Bhavani Arabandi (Ceramics & Pottery)\nW 127 – Permian Designs\, John T. Allen (Photography)\nW 137 – Lola Earnastine\, Courtney Arnold (Jewelry)\nW 147 – designsinclay\, Diana Manchak (Ceramics & Pottery)\nW 179 – FinFurFeathers\, Fin Jullien (Youth)\nW 182 – Reinvented Elegance\, Joyce Wagner (Jewelry)\nW 201 – Recycled Bag Lady\, Mary Pike (Accessories & Bags)\nW 219 – Walter Gordon Art (Painting)\n\n\nE 6 – Megan Elaine Designs\, Megan Levanduski (Clothing)\nE 14 – Victoria Barnes Photography (Photography)\nE 20 – Stained Glass by Kib\, Ernest Kibler (Glass)\nE 54 – Kellie Sansone Creates (Painting)\nE 61 – Stephen Lally Pottery (Ceramics & Pottery)\nE 74 – Yellow Dot Shop\, Ellen Hamilton (Clothing)\nE 103 – Lainemindinventions\, Stacy Laine (Wood)\nE 158 – Susan Lefler Studios (Mixed Media)\nE 167 – Kardo Lab\, Olga Kardonova (Candles)\nE 174 – Love + Lino\, Annemarie Kuhns (Books & Paper)\nE 106 – Ed Colahan Pottery (Ceramics & Pottery)\nE-186 – WiRealm by Tamara\, Tamara Wilkerson (Jewelry)\nE 203 – Bead Therapy\, Chris Lederman (Jewelry)\n\nStop by the Nest Academy parking lot (2609 Mt Vernon Ave) to see these demonstrations by member artists: Nicole Gauvin (Iris paper folding)\, Betsy Jones (3D Miniatures)\, Janna Marks (Jewelry)\, and Courtney Pippin-Mathur (Mixed Media). \nFor more information on Art on the Avenue\, visit: www.artontheavenue.org \n\nPhoto courtesy of Kelly M. MacConomy (2019)
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/art-on-the-avenue-2025/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20250120T143821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T171153Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Paws in the Park 2025 in Oronoco Bay Park
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE posted on 10/10: Due to the anticipated weather\, including heavy rain\, high winds\, and flooding in the park\, this event has been cancelled. \nJoin us at the Paws in the Park outdoor festival! This event is fun for the whole family\, featuring entertainment\, activities\, animal-themed vendors\, and\, of course\, a whole lot of adorable adoptables. \nDel Ray Artisans will have a tent with pet-inspired artwork from member Joyce Wagner (Reinvented Elegance)\, as well as information about current and upcoming events. Please stop by and say hello! \nThe block party is in the Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison Street\, Alexandria\, VA 22314). This free event is open to the community; well-behaved leashed pets are welcome to attend (no Flexi leashes please). \nDel Ray Artisans’ Gallery Without Walls partner VCA Alexandria Animal Hospital is a sponsor of Paws in the Park. Stop by the animal hospital (2660 Duke Street\, Alexandria\, VA 22314) during regular business hours (Monday-Friday 8am-7pm\, Saturday 8am-6pm) to see the Flora\, Fauna\, Fantastica art exhibit by Del Ray Artisans members. \n\nArtwork credit: “Wagging Woofers I” by Joyce Wagner
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/paws-in-the-park-2025/
LOCATION:Oronoco Bay Park\, 100 Madison Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Martinez%2C Assistant Office Manager":MAILTO:assistant@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20260309T185431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T184254Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit viewing appointment for At Home in Alexandria
DESCRIPTION:This time is reserved for a special viewing of the Assembly: Together We Grow art exhibit for the nonprofit At Home in Alexandria (AHA).
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/at-home-in-alexandria/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Milagros Mateu":MAILTO:milagros.mateu@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20260324T194645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T194704Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Photo Scavenger Hunt 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm on the first Thursday of the month from April through September for our family-friendly activity! The activity is free of charge and all ages are welcome. \nCome to Del Ray Artisans gallery on Thursday\, April 2 from 6:30-8pm for a Fast and Fabulous photo scavenger hunt. Solve the clues with your cellphone images as proof. Use the written clues provided or be inspired by the art on exhibit to challenge your phone-tography skills. What makes a car fabulous? What makes a photograph fabulous? \nPlus get a sneak peek of the upcoming art exhibit\, Fast and Fabulous! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September (except closed on July 2nd).\n  \n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. \nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-april-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20251115T133054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T133054Z
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SUMMARY:Spring2ACTion 2026
DESCRIPTION:Donate April 8–22 \nStarting Wednesday\, April 8 through Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 (Giving Day) our community comes together to support the amazing work of Alexandria nonprofits through Spring2ACTion\, hosted by ACT for Alexandria. Please remember Del Ray Artisans is one of those worthy causes! \nDel Ray Artisans has been promoting art for the benefit of local artists and the community since 1992. Del Ray Artisans supports the development of artists at all levels and serves as a center for thriving artistic activity in Alexandria\, Virginia. \nDuring Spring2ACTion\, please show your support for Del Ray Artisans’ exhibits\, programs\, youth and outreach activities which help members of our community grow as individuals and as artists. \nIf you are in a position to do so\, please donate to Del Ray Artisans nonprofit today. Other ways to support: \n\nBuy artwork from local artists during our exhibits or from members’ websites.\nShare our Spring2ACTion fundraising page with your network. Crowdsourcing adds up\, and we absolutely appreciate every single donation and shout-out.\nRegister for a Creative Workshop or attend an upcoming Creative Program. Learn something new and have fun!\n\nPlease consider a tax-deductible donation and spread the word to friends and family. Every donation is appreciated. Thank you for supporting the arts! \nDonate April 8–22
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/spring2action-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraising,Program
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delrayartisans.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/S2A-JoinYourCommunity.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dawn Wyse Hurto%2C President":MAILTO:president@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T095042
CREATED:20251117T174616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T193831Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Extended Gallery Hours (Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Del Ray Artisans will have special extended gallery hours on the First Thursday of the month from April through June.  Come check out the exhibit today from 12-9pm! The gallery is free to browse and all ages are welcome. \nFrom May 1–23\, 2026\, Del Ray Artisans gallery is hosting the Alexandria City High School Titan Student Art Exhibition and shining a spotlight on our city’s flourishing young artists. \n  \n\nFirst Thursday was a former program of the Del Ray Business Association\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk. \nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-may-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T210000
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Extended Gallery Hours (Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Del Ray Artisans will have special extended gallery hours on the First Thursday of the month from April through June. \nFrom June 5–28\, Del Ray Artisans gallery is hosting the USA at 250 art exhibit in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday. Come get a sneak peek today (Thursday\, June 4) from 12–9pm! The gallery is free to browse and all ages are welcome. \n  \n\nFirst Thursday was a former program of the Del Ray Business Association\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk. \nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-june-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T175915Z
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SUMMARY:Taste of Del Ray VIP Reception
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Del Ray is one of Virginia Living Magazine‘s top food festivals in the state. Visit the Del Ray Business Association website for details on the 17th annual Taste of Del Ray. \nThe event will take place on Sunday\, June 7 from 1-3pm at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields next to the gallery. Purchase tickets in advance on Eventbrite (link will be added once available). Only 500 general admission and 100 VIP tickets will be sold. \nVIP benefits include a wine tasting at Del Ray Artisans gallery from 11:30am-1pm and early admission to the food festival starting at 12pm. Note: The wine tasting is only for individuals 21 and older (IDs will be checked) who have Taste of Del Ray VIP tickets. \nTickets are not yet available.\n \n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of the Del Ray Business Association. The gallery is open to the public until 6pm on Sunday\, June 7th.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/taste-of-del-ray-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T174849Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Closed)
DESCRIPTION:The gallery is closed on First Thursday\, July 2\, 2025. \nJoin the fun at Pat Miller Neighborhood Square: \nEvery year from April through September Del Ray Business Association celebrates First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. \nJoin the Del Ray community each First Thursday for themed activities\, a donation drive to support a local nonprofit\, and live music. The theme and nonprofit will be announced in advance\, and donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. The 2025 neighborhood themes were: \n\nApril 3\, 2025 – Music & Dance on the Avenue\nMay 1\, 2025 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 5\, 2025 – Rep Your Team\nJuly 3\, 2025 – Red\, White\, And Bloom\nAugust 7\, 2025 – Surf’s Up\nRescheduled to September 11\, 2025 – Antique Appraisals on the Avenue\n\nThe 2026 themes are coming soon! Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-july-2026/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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