Enjoy English Country Dancing at Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Fall Harvest Ball

The Gadsby's Tavern Museum will be hosting its Fall Harvest Ball on November 9th from 8pm - 11pm. The event will give guests the experience of 1770s style ball with live music, English Country Dancing, Cash Bar and seasonal dessert collation. Guests are welcomed to wear 1770s attire or cocktail attire. The Museum will offer Fall Harvest Ball dance classes to all attendees leading to the event. Everyone is welcome to put on their dancing shoes and enjoy english country dancing at this Fall Harvest Ball.Continue reading

Learn More About Ruby Tucker Park

Ruby Tucker Park is a neighborhood park located at 3500 Jefferson Davis Hwy in Alexandria. In June 2011 the park was dedicated to the "Queen of Lynhaven" Ruby Tucker. Ruby Tucker was an active advocate for her Lynhaven neighborhood until her death. She served on the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority for 12 years while caring for foster kids throughout her life. She also served as a director of the ALIVE Child Development Center and PTA president for several schools across Alexandria. Continue reading