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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Closed)
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans gallery is closed to the public from July 8-12 in order to host Figure Drawing Bootcamp. Register for bootcamp to enhance or kickstart your daily drawing routine. Each day features not one\, but two unique models\, ensuring an engaging experience. \nJoin us this Saturday and Sunday for the Summer Art Market (July 13-14\, 2024 from 10am-4pm each day) and check out original art in a wide range of media from talented local artists. Different artists are featured each day! \nThe neighborhood First Thursday festival is still happening in Pat Miller Neighborhood Square (located at Mount Vernon & Oxford Avenues) and all along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on July 11\, 2024. \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. Join us for the neighborhood themes – TBD for 2024: \n\nApril 4\, 2024 – A Cherry Blossom Celebration?\nMay 2\, 2024 – Dog Days in Del Ray?\nJune 6\, 2024 – Baseball – Every Pitch Counts?\nJuly 11\, 2024 – Red\, White\, and Brews? (Gallery is closed to host Figure Drawing Bootcamp; no outdoor activity)\nAugust 1\, 2024 – A Country Music Showdown?\nSeptember 5\, 2024 – Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far\, Far Away?
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-july-2024/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T210000
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CREATED:20240401T132117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T130906Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Arts #ALX275 at Canal Center Gallery (4/27-6/28/2024)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Album \nThe Alexandria Arts Alliance commemorates the City of Alexandria’s 275th anniversary during the 2nd annual Party for the Arts—a celebration showcasing all artists in Alexandria on Saturday\, April 27\, 11am-7pm at Canal Center\, Alexandria’s waterfront venue in the Old Town North Arts District. The party will feature an art market\, games for children\, local music groups\, singers\, dancers\, poetry readings\, food\, and other live performances. \nDel Ray Artisans is pleased to have its members featured in Alexandria Arts Alliance’s Party for the Arts #ALX275 art exhibit as a part of our Gallery Without Walls program. This juried visual arts exhibition at the Canal Center Gallery features all local visual artists—and their love for Alexandria expressed through art! The exhibit opens during the Party for the Arts and runs through June 28\, 2024. Gallery hours are: \n\nSaturday\, April 27\, 11am-7pm during Party for the Arts\nCANCELLED: Saturday\, May 18\, 11am-4pm during A Vintage Affair on the Plaza\nWednesday\, June 5\, 10am-1pm during Coffee Break\nSaturday\, June 8\, 11am-2pm during the ACT for Alexandria’s 20th Anniversary Celebration\nSaturday\, June 15\, 1-6pm during Art Mart\nFriday\, June 28\, 5-9pm for the Closing Reception\n\nThe Alexandria Arts Alliance is a coalition of arts organizations\, artists and arts advocates that works to advance the arts in Alexandria through advocacy\, collaboration\, education\, and marketing. Del Ray Artisans is a member of Alexandria Arts Alliance. \n\nArtwork credit: Detail of “Fireworks” by TJ Feeley featured in the exhibit. This photograph captures a moment from the fireworks display on Alexandria’s birthday during the annual celebration with the symphony performing in the park.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/party-for-the-arts-2024/
LOCATION:Canal Center Gallery\, 11 Canal Center Plaza\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Community Event,Gallery Without Walls
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Activity: Origami Art 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:On First Thursday\, June 6th\, enjoy a sneak preview of the All About Love art exhibit and jump into a summer of love at Del Ray Artisans. \nVisit the gallery between 6:30-8pm to make some groovy origami art with tie-dyed paper. All are welcome. This artful activity is family-friendly and free! Be sure to check out the one-of-a-kind Del Ray Artisans’ 30th anniversary t-shirts hand-dyed by artist Lesley Hall for sale too. \nDel Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September (except not in July). \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 for live music and themed activities. The selected nonprofit for each date 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 11\, 2024 (Postponed\, then cancelled due to the weather) – Del Ray in Bloom\nMay 2\, 2024 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 6\, 2024 – Jump into Summer\nJuly 11\, 2024 – Red\, White and Blue (Gallery is closed to host Figure Drawing Bootcamp)\nAugust 1\, 2024 – Del Ray Olympics\nSeptember 5\, 2024 – Saddle Up\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-june-2024/
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:20240502T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T200000
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CREATED:20240417T200015Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Activity: Dog Mask Making 6:30-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Channel your inner hound dog at Del Ray Artisans during the Dog Days of Del Ray First Thursday event! Want to look more like your best friend? From 6:30-8pm on May 2 come by the gallery to color your own dog mask during our family-friendly activity! Then try your hand at a game of outdoor lawn darts FETCH games using soft and safe dartboard balls. \nBe sure to bring along your four-legged BFF and family for photo opp fun and games! Pups can be art aficionados too. Dog treats provided while supplies last. \nPlus get a sneak peek of The Art of Tea art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \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 for live music and themed activities. The selected nonprofit for each date 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 11\, 2024 (Postponed\, then cancelled due to the weather) – Del Ray in Bloom\nMay 2\, 2024 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 6\, 2024 – Jump into Summer\nJuly 11\, 2024 – Red\, White and Blue (Gallery is closed to host Figure Drawing Bootcamp)\nAugust 1\, 2024 – Olympics or Carnival (TBD)\nSeptember 5\, 2024 – Saddle Up\n\nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-may-2024/
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:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20240428T134813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240428T134813Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Arts at Canal Center
DESCRIPTION:The City of Alexandria is celebrating its 275th anniversary this year. The Alexandria Arts Alliance commemorates the occasion during the 2nd annual Party for the Arts—a celebration showcasing all artists in Alexandria on Saturday\, April 27\, 11am-7pm at Canal Center\, Alexandria’s waterfront venue in the Old Town North Arts District. The party will feature an art market\, games for children\, local music groups\, singers\, dancers\, poetry readings\, food\, and other live performances. \nDel Ray Artisans is pleased to have its members featured in Alexandria Arts Alliance’s 2024 Party for the Arts exhibit as a part of our Gallery Without Walls program. This juried visual arts exhibition at the Canal Center Gallery features all local visual artists—and their love for Alexandria expressed through art! The exhibit opens during the Party for the Arts and runs through June 30\, 2024. Gallery hours are: \n\nSaturday\, April 27\, 11am-7pm during Party for the Arts\nSaturday\, May 18 (hours TBD)\nSaturday\, June 8 (hours TBD)\nSaturday\, June 15 (hours TBD)\n\nThe Alexandria Arts Alliance is a coalition of arts organizations\, artists and arts advocates that works to advance the arts in Alexandria through advocacy\, collaboration\, education\, and marketing. Del Ray Artisans is a member of Alexandria Arts Alliance.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/party-for-the-arts-april-27-2024/
LOCATION:Canal Center Gallery\, 11 Canal Center Plaza\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, 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:20240414T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240414T235900
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20240331T223148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T223316Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Arts GWW Call for Entry Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans Members Only\nGallery Without Walls Call for Entry\nParty for the Arts exhibit at Canal Center\nApril 27–June 30\, 2024\nEntry deadline: Sunday\, April 14\, 2024 by midnight\nSeeking 2D artwork exploring What is Alexandria to me? The City of Alexandria is celebrating its 275th birthday in 2024. The Alexandria Arts Alliance commemorates the occasion during their 2024 Party for the Arts—a celebration showcasing all artists in Alexandria on Saturday\, April 27\, 11am-7pm. The exhibit at Canal Center will open during the Party for the Arts. Del Ray Artisans is a member of Alexandria Arts Alliance. \nThe exhibit is open to all artists that live\, work\, or volunteer in Alexandria\, but only Del Ray Artisans members should enter through this form. If you are not a member\, you may either join Del Ray Artisans now to enter here or email Pat Miller to inquire about the Alexandria Arts Alliance entry process. Two-dimensional works only. No entry fee; pieces previously shown are welcome. \nEntry Details & Form
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/party-for-the-arts-2024-deadline/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Entry Deadline
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20240313T141424Z
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SUMMARY:Gallery Open 12-9pm; First Thursday Activity Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled due to the weather. \nJoin us outside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm for our family-friendly activity. We are decorating upcycled flower containers! Each person will receive a container to decorate at the gallery and a small bag of potting soil & seeds to take home for planting and watering. \nAlso pop into the gallery to see the Same But Different art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. Please be considerate of the workshop that is happening tonight. \nFrom March 20–April 14\, check out Del Ray Artisans’ gallery exterior decorations for the 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival: Petal Porches. Our theme is Cherry Bomb! \n\nFor the first First Thursday of 2024 on April 11th (rain date)\, the Del Ray Business Association has chosen the theme: Del Ray in Bloom to celebrate National Gardening Month. Join the Del Ray community for live music and themed activities. Donations to this First Thursday’s selected nonprofit\, the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Boys & Girls Club\, will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square (Oxford & Mt. Vernon Avenues). \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. Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 11\, 2024 (Postponed\, then cancelled due to the weather) – Del Ray in Bloom\nMay 2\, 2024 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 6\, 2024 – Jump into Summer\nJuly 11\, 2024 – Red\, White and Blue (Gallery is closed to host Figure Drawing Bootcamp; no First Thursday activity)\nAugust 1\, 2024 – Olympics or Carnival (TBD)\nSeptember 5\, 2024 – Saddle Up
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-april-2024/
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:20240404T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20240405T164251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T164408Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Open 12-9pm) - Activity Rescheduled to 4/11
DESCRIPTION:Due to the weather: First Thursday activities have been rescheduled to Thursday\, April 11. The gallery will still be open until 9pm today! \nJoin us inside Del Ray Artisans gallery from 6:30-8pm for our family-friendly activity. We are decorating upcycled flower containers! Each person will receive a container to decorate at the gallery and a small bag of potting soil & seeds to take-home for planting and watering. \nThis First Thursday also get a sneak peek of the Same But Different art exhibit that officially opens with a reception on Friday\, April 5 from 7-9pm. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \nFrom March 20–April 14\, check out Del Ray Artisans’ gallery exterior decorations for the 2024 National Cherry Blossom Festival: Petal Porches. Our theme is Cherry Bomb! \n\nFor the first First Thursday of 2024 on April 4th\, the Del Ray Business Association has chosen the theme: Del Ray in Bloom to celebrate National Gardening Month. Join the Del Ray community for live music and themed activities. Donations to this First Thursday’s selected nonprofit\, the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Boys & Girls Club\, will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square (Oxford & Mt. Vernon Avenues). \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. Del Ray Artisans is a member of Del Ray Business Association. Join us for the neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 11\, 2024 (Postponed from April 4 due to the weather) – Del Ray in Bloom\nMay 2\, 2024 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 6\, 2024 – Jump into Summer\nJuly 11\, 2024 – Red\, White and Blue (Gallery is closed to host Figure Drawing Bootcamp; no First Thursday activity)\nAugust 1\, 2024 – Olympics or Carnival (TBD)\nSeptember 5\, 2024 – Saddle Up
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-april-2024-rescheduled/
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:20231005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T200000
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CREATED:20230907T181107Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Activity 6-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, October 5 from 6-8pm outside the gallery for a Star Wars photo opt\, droid masks for kids\, and themed coloring sheets. Costumes encouraged! The neighborhood theme for this last First Thursday of 2023 is Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far\, Far Away. \nCome inside Del Ray Artisans gallery for a sneak peek at the Curses! Foiled Again! The Art of Swords and Sorcery art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery will be open 12-9pm on First Thursday\, October 5\, 2023. \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay 4\, 2023 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 1\, 2023 – Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!\nJuly 6\, 2023 – Red\, White\, & Brews (Gallery is closed; no outdoor activity)\nAugust 3\, 2023 – A Country Music Showdown\nOctober 5\, 2023 (rescheduled from Sept 7 due to thunderstorms) – Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far\, Far Away
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230516T153521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T181309Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday RESCHEDULED to October 5
DESCRIPTION:Due to the projected thunderstorms\, the last First Thursday of 2023 has been rescheduled from September 7 to October 5. \nThe gallery will still be open late on September 7 from 12-9pm. \nCome inside Del Ray Artisans gallery to see the Farther Afield art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay 4\, 2023 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 1\, 2023 – Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!\nJuly 6\, 2023 – Red\, White\, & Brews (Gallery is closed; no outdoor activity)\nAugust 3\, 2023 – A Country Music Showdown\nOctober 5\, 2023 (rescheduled from Sept 7 due to thunderstorms) – Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far\, Far Away
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-sept-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230516T152531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T231404Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Luau Selfie Station 6-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to Del Ray Artisans on Visit Del Ray’s First Thursday (theme Del Ray’s Country Music Showdown\, formerly Aloha Thursday) with a lei and encourage you to visit our outdoor Luau Selfie Station from 6-8pm on Thursday\, August 3! \nInside the gallery get a sneak peek of the upcoming Treasures of the DMV art exhibit exploring the famed\, overlooked\, natural\, and abstract highlights from the region. The gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays (April through September). \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay 4\, 2023 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 1\, 2023 – Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!\nJuly 6\, 2023 – Red\, White\, & Brews (Gallery is closed; no outdoor activity)\nAugust 3\, 2023 – A Country Music Showdown\nSeptember 7\, 2023 – Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far\, Far Away
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-aug-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Creative Summer Programs,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230707
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SUMMARY:First Thursday (Gallery Closed)
DESCRIPTION:Del Ray Artisans gallery is closed in early July to prepare for the Summer Art Market (July 8-9\, 2023 from 10am-4pm each day). Join us this Saturday and Sunday (different artist each day) and check out original art in a wide range of media from talented local artists. \nPLUS register children ages 8-12 now for our week-long Art Camp (Choose July 17–21 or July 24–28)! \nThe neighborhood First Thursday festival is still happening in Pat Miller Neighborhood Square (located at Mount Vernon & Oxford Avenues) and all along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on July 6\, 2023. \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay 4\, 2023 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 1\, 2023 – Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!\nJuly 6\, 2023 – Red\, White\, & Brews (Gallery is closed; no outdoor activity)\nAugust 3\, 2023 – A Country Music Showdown\nSeptember 7\, 2023 – Star Wars Day in a Neighborhood Far\, Far Away
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-july-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230506T153529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T151457Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Black Panther Mask Making 6-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Visit the gallery this super(hero) First Thursday for our outdoor activity from 6-8pm: Black Panther mask making!  Plus take a picture in front of our superhero photo op backdrop. \nInside the gallery get a sneak peek of American Patchwork\, the upcoming art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay 4\, 2023 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune 1\, 2023 – Baseball – Every Pitch Counts!\nJuly is typically Red\, White\, and Blue\nAugust is typically Aloha Thursday\nSeptember is typically Show Your Spirit
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-june-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Creative Summer Programs,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230424T213147Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Dog Days in Del Ray Activity 6-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Del Ray Artisans on Thursday\, May 4 from 6-8pm for our outdoor activity rubber stamping with a canine theme in honor of Dog Days in Del Ray! \nInside the gallery get a sneak peek of the upcoming Prints in May @ DRA art exhibit. Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \n\nDel Ray\, one of the most dog-friendly neighborhoods in the region\, highlights “Dog Days in Del Ray” during its May First Thursday. The monthly street festival takes place on Thursday\, May 4 from 6 p.m. to dusk along Mount Vernon Avenue. Bring your best four-legged friend out to the Avenue for a variety of canine-themed activities for dogs (and their humans!). Participants are encouraged to bring dry and wet food for dogs and cats for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square\, located at Mt. Vernon & Oxford Avenues. \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay 4\, 2023 – Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune is typically Unmask Your Superhero\nJuly is typically Red\, White\, and Blue\nAugust is typically Aloha Thursday\nSeptember is typically Show Your Spirit
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-may-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230324T193733Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Create Cherry Blossoms 6-8pm (Gallery Open 12-9pm)
DESCRIPTION:Due to the weather on April 6\, First Thursday: A Cherry Blossom Celebration will be celebrated on Thursday\, April 13 starting at 6pm. \nJoin us at Del Ray Artisans from 6-8pm for our outdoor activity creating paper Cherry Blossom Flowers! \nPlus see the A Tale of Two Studios art exhibit inside the gallery! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \n\nFor the first First Thursday of 2023\, the Del Ray Business Association presents First Thursday: A Cherry Blossom Celebration. Join the Del Ray community for live music by Mars Rodeo\, themed activities\, plus the Cherry Blossom Challenge scavenger hunt (March 30-April 15) featuring cherry blossom-inspired art by local artists. Participants are encouraged to bring individually-wrapped children’s snacks and juice boxes for the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Boys & Girls Club. Donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. \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. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6 due to the rain) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay is typically Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune is typically Unmask Your Superhero\nJuly is typically Red\, White\, and Blue\nAugust is typically Aloha Thursday\nSeptember is typically Show Your Spirit
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-april-2023/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230406T203233Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Postponed Until April 13 (Gallery Open 12-6pm)
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: Due to the weather\, First Thursday: A Cherry Blossom Celebration will be celebrated on Thursday\, April 13 starting at 6pm. The gallery will close at 6pm on April 6\, but be open late (until 9pm) on April 13.\n \nJoin us at Del Ray Artisans on Thursday\, April 13 from 6-8pm for our outdoor activity creating Cherry Blossom Flowers! \nPlus get a sneak peek of the A Tale of Two Studios art exhibit inside the gallery! Del Ray Artisans gallery is open 12-9pm on First Thursdays from April through September. \n\nFor the first First Thursday of 2023\, the Del Ray Business Association presents First Thursday: A Cherry Blossom Celebration. Join the Del Ray community for live music by Mars Rodeo\, themed activities\, plus the Cherry Blossom Challenge scavenger hunt (March 30-April 15) featuring cherry blossom-inspired art by local artists. Participants are encouraged to bring individually-wrapped children’s snacks and juice boxes for the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Boys & Girls Club. Donations will be collected at the Pat Miller Neighborhood Square at the intersection of Mount Vernon and Oxford Avenues. \n\nEvery year from April through September Del Ray celebrates  First Thursday\, a Del Ray community event along Mount Vernon Avenue from 6pm until dusk on the first Thursday of the month. Join us for these neighborhood themes: \n\nApril 13\, 2023 (rescheduled from April 6) – A Cherry Blossom Celebration\nMay is typically Dog Days in Del Ray\nJune is typically Unmask Your Superhero\nJuly is typically Red\, White\, and Blue\nAugust is typically Aloha Thursday\nSeptember is typically Show Your Spirit
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/first-thursday-april-2023-rescheduled/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221017
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230323T195950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T144605Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Arts and Canal Center Gallery Exhibition (10/8-10/16)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Alexandria Arts Alliance’s Party for the Arts celebrating the arts’ impact and resilience as part of National Arts & Humanities Month. The party is on Saturday\, October 8\, 2022 from 4-7pm at the Canal Center Plaza\, Alexandria’s newest waterfront venue in the Old Town North Arts District. The event will feature performances on multiple outdoor stages and indoor galleries. \nThe Alexandria Arts Alliance\, in partnership with local visual arts spaces including Principle Gallery\, Kyo Gallery\, Galactic Panther Gallery\, the Athenaeum and Del Ray Artisans will be presenting the first-of-its-kind exhibition featuring artists and art that best represent and highlight Alexandria’s power to inspire\, spark change\, and contribute to the vibrant\, thriving and inclusive Alexandria community! \nThis collaborative exhibition will launch during the Party for the Arts. The Canal Center Gallery Exhibition will run for a special limited time—from October 8–16\, 2022. In addition to the party\, gallery hours are Sunday 10/9 from 4-8pm\, Friday 10/14 from 4-10pm\, Saturday 10/15 from 12-10pm\, and Sunday 10/16 from 4-8pm. Come see the work of these Del Ray Artisans members featured in the exhibit: \n\nWilliam J. Cabrera\nGordon Thomas Frank\nErica Hughes\nBarbara Januszkiewicz\nGuy Jones\nM. Reday Cook\nEllen Rosenthal\nKaren Schmitz\nKathy Turner\nHeidi Ostreng Vatanka\n\nNational Arts & Humanities Month is coordinated by Americans for the Arts\, the national organization working to empower communities with the resources and support necessary to provide access to the arts for everyone. The Alexandria Arts Alliance is a coalition of arts organizations\, artists and arts advocates that works to advance the arts in Alexandria through advocacy\, collaboration\, education\, and marketing. \nDel Ray Artisans is a member of Alexandria Arts Alliance.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/party-for-the-arts-2022/
LOCATION:Canal Center Gallery\, 11 Canal Center Plaza\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Community Event,Gallery Without Walls
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220529
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230323T195835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T215502Z
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SUMMARY:Drips\, Lines\, Splatters\, and Splash (5/6-5/28)
DESCRIPTION:Drips\, Lines\, Splatters\, and Splash: A Celebration of the Washington Color School Art Exhibit\nMay 6–28\, 2022\nPhoto Album \nDrips\, Lines\, Splatters\, and Splash: A Celebration of the Washington Color School is the May exhibit at Del Ray Artisans\, now celebrating 30 years as a non-profit fine arts organization in Alexandria. Both representational and abstract expressions of color\, line\, movement\, and sense of space are explored. \nThe exhibit was inspired by and celebrates the work of Morris Louis\, Gene Davis\, Jacob Kainen\, among other founders and followers of the Washington Color School\, a group of abstract painters who formed the movement in the 1950s and 1960s in rebellion against the art establishment of the day. The exhibit is curated by Kelly MacConomy. \nThe special guest juror is Washington area painter Barbara Januszkiewicz\, who studied with two well-known members of the Washington Color School\, Paul Reed and Hilda Thorpe. Barbara’s organic abstractions are transcendental\, bold and oftentimes colossal\, composed with a masterful brushstroke. \n“Januszkiewicz’s pictures can resemble Morris Louis’s florals\, yet her style is hotter\, with a hint of the abstract expressionism the Color School abandoned.” ~ The Washington Post \nIn addition to seeing the art exhibit\, join us for these special events and workshops: \n\nMaking Art Splash\, First Thursday Del Ray\, May 5 from 6-9pm.\nCome create a “Washington Color Rule-the-School” canvas in Colasanto Park outside the gallery and recreate a Gene Davis Stripe Sidewalk Painting.\nArt Exhibit Opening Day\, Friday\, May 6 from 12-9pm.\nJoin us on opening day for the widest selection of artwork. Mark your calendar now or set a reminder through Eventbrite.\nSpring Art Market 2022\, Saturday\, May 7 from 10am-4pm in Colasanto Park outside Del Ray Artisans Gallery ~ Rain or Shine! Shop original work from local artists—perfect for gifts\, Mother’s Day\, or treat yourself.\nMaking Mosaic Art Workshop\, May 9-11 (Monday-Wednesday) from 6-9pm each evening.\nCreate an 8″ x 8″ mosaic for indoor display\, using a variety of materials such as stained glass\, vitreous tiles and other beautiful glass. Instructor Shona D’Cruz leads this 3-day workshop for beginners to intermediate.\nFun With Beginning Watercolor Techniques Workshop\, Saturday\, May 14 from 9am-12pm.\nLearn basic watercolor skills\, explore ways to tame the medium\, and have some fun. Instructor Ellen Rosenthal designed the workshop for beginners\, but students of all levels are welcome.\nIntro to Bookmaking and Bookbinding Workshop\, Monday\, May 16 and Wednesday\, May 18 from 7-10pm both evenings.\nInstructor Cristin Guinan-Wiley will teach you how to create a long stitch journal (one of the many styles of exposed spine sewing). On the first evening we will create the exterior of the book\, and on the second evening we will prepare the spine and paper and sew the signatures.\nColors\, Shapes\, and Scents Soap-Making Workshop\, Saturday\, May 21 from 10am-1pm.\nInstructor Suzan Ok will lead you through creating your own bright\, fun\, scented soaps using a moisturizing shea butter base\, premium fragrance oils\, and skin-safe colorants.\n\nRegister in advance for workshops. Details and registration is at DelRayArtisans.org/workshops \nThe Drips\, Lines\, Splatters and Splash: A Celebration of the Washington Color School exhibit runs May 6–28\, 2022 at Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Colasanto Center\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia 22301. Gallery hours are First Thursday (Apr-Sept) 12-9pm\, Thursday 12-6pm\, Friday 12-9pm\, Saturday 12-6pm\, and Sunday 12-6pm (closed the last Sunday of the month). \nFace masks are recommended while inside the gallery. The gallery is free\, open to the public\, and accessible. \nFor more information\, contact the curator and Director of Outreach Kelly MacConomy at Outreach@DelRayArtisans.org. \n\n\nArtwork credit: (ABOVE) “Genius\, After Hours” by Barbara Januszkiewicz\, acrylic on canvas\, 48 x 60 x 3″; (TOP) “Moonshadow” by Barbara Januszkiewicz\, acrylic on canvas\, private collection
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/drips-lines-splatters-and-splash/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210501
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230323T195720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T165336Z
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SUMMARY:The COVID-19 HOPE Quilt Letters at Del Ray Artisans (10/6/2020 – 4/30/2021)
DESCRIPTION:HOPE Quilt Project Founder Diane Canney with Athena who painted a quilt panel; Photo courtesy of Kelly MacConomy\nDuring this historic moment\, the COVID-19 pandemic poses an unprecedented national crisis. The COVID-19 HOPE Quilt\, a grass roots community art project\, was launched by Diane Canney in response to national sentiments of grief and uncertainty. \nFor hundreds of years\, quilts have been part of the fabric of America. Mourning quilts were used to wrap infants and adults who died. Valor quilts honor veterans. They provide comfort\, remembrance\, and an historical record passed down for generations. Now when communal grieving is not possible\, the quilt panels help tell the story of those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Quilt panel contributions are being accepted from around the country to provide an outlet for grief and to document heroism in fighting the outbreak. \nMother and daughter creating a panel for the COVID-19 HOPE Quilt; Photo courtesy of Dawn Wyse Hurto\nOn November 21 Del Ray Artisans hosted the COVID-19 HOPE Quilt Founder Diane Canney in a paint-a-panel event outside the gallery. At sunset there was a candle and holiday lighting tribute honoring the frontline workers and the lives lost as well as marked by COVID-19. \nFrom now until January 19\, 2021 Del Ray Artisans nonprofit will receive a $5 donation for each artist member submitting an artisanal/handcrafted 10.5 x 10.5″ panel created to expressly honor a front-line worker or a person in memoriam. Artistic efforts representing HOPE for the future are also welcome and encouraged. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to create panels. You may drop off panel artwork at the gallery to be delivered to the HOPE Quilt for assembly. One of the first HOPE Quilts assembled this fall was on display during the paint-a-panel event. \nHigh-resolution digital image entries of three-dimensional or mixed-media work may also be uploaded to the website for transfer to fabric. All submissions will be on exhibit at the virtual gallery on the HOPE Quilt website (www.hopequilt.org). Fabric is available for creative use at the gallery but any fabric or fiber work is acceptable. Squares should be 10.5″ x 10.5″ (or 11″ x 11″) unless the artwork submitted is via photographic image\, then it should be formatted square. \nDel Ray Artisans members with the HOPE Letters installation; Photo courtesy of Sean Crumley\n“To go” materials are available in Del Ray Artisans entryway for anyone interested in working on a panel from home. Materials include properly sized fabric\, information about the project\, and an entry form. Finished panels may be returned to Del Ray Artisans during regular hours. In December the gallery is open the first three weekends on Fridays 6-9pm\, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-6pm. The gallery is closed December 21\, 2020 through January 6\, 2021. Starting January 7 the gallery is open on Thursdays & Fridays 12-6pm\, Saturdays 12-4pm. Alternatively\, you may mail your square to COVID19 HOPE QUILT PROJECT\, P.O Box 2610\, Purcellville\, VA 20134. \nThe 8-foot tall HOPE installation will remain on display outside Del Ray Artisans from October 6\, 2020 through April 30\, 2021. Many of the quilt panels were contributed by Del Ray Artisans members already\, including panels by Guy Jones\, Kelly MacConomy\, Scott MacConomy\, Terry Atkin Rowe\, Karen Schmitz\, Kathy Turner\, and Nina Tisara. \nFor more information\, contact Kelly MacConomy at outreach@delrayartisans.org.
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/hope-quilt/
LOCATION:Del Ray Artisans Gallery\, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,Del Ray Artisans Gallery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly MacConomy%2C Outreach Director":MAILTO:outreach@delrayartisans.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210412
DTSTAMP:20260422T224319
CREATED:20230323T195717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T175509Z
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SUMMARY:National Cherry Blossom Festival: Petal Porch Parade
DESCRIPTION:Starting on First Thursday\, April 1\, Del Ray Artisans is a stop on the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Petal Porch Parade! #petalporchparade  \nOur “cherry blossom” yarn bomb is outside the gallery\, but visit during gallery hours (Thursdays & Fridays 12-6pm\, Saturdays 12-4pm) to also see the current art exhibit: Unfinished/Finished. \nFeel free to add your own pink pom pom “blossoms” to the yarn bomb to keep the installation blossoming all month long! \n\nPhoto caption: Cherry Blossom Yarn Bomb at Del Ray Artisans
URL:https://delrayartisans.org/event/petal-porch-parade/
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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