OTN News & Upcoming Events
Old Town North Farmers Market
IMPORTANT NEWS!
The Thursday Market is closed for the season and will reopen in the spring.
The Old Town North Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market thanks the City of Alexandria and the Old Town North Community Partnership Annual Event Season Sponsor, HRP Group for their support.
In The Community
Volunteer Alexandria 10th Annual Toy Drive
Many thanks to all our friends and neighbors for supporting the Toy Drive. Over the past few Sundays, we collected several bags of toys for the Volunteer Alexandria Toy Drive!
Share the Warmth Coat Drive
Thank you to all who supported the Burke and Herbert Share the Warmth Coat Drive.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Need!
Many thanks to Ignacio’s Fresh Produce and Hank’s Oyster Bar for ensuring none of the produce from the Valencia family farms or other local farms sold at the Old Town North Farmers Market goes to waste. At the end of the Sunday Market, Ed Valencia drops produce that won’t carry over til next week off with our friends at Hank’s Oyster Bar. The produce is stored in a refrigerator until it can be picked by the team from Alive and taken directly to one of the Alive Food Hubs in Alexandria. Many thanks to all involved in this new gleaning program!
The Holiday Season begins!
*** The Volunteer Alexandria Holiday Crafts Market has been postponed due to uncertain weather conditions on December 15th. Further details coming soon! ***
Old Town North’s local restaurants have much to share this Winter.
St. Elmo’s continues to warm up the 500 block of Montgomery Street - It's a House Party - Gingerbread and Cocktails
Friday, December 13th | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Get ready to sip, sprinkle, and celebrate the season! Join us for an unforgettable night of festive fun at our Gingerbread House Decorating & Cocktail Event. Whether you’re a master builder or a first-time decorator, this event is all about creativity, laughter, and holiday cheer! Get in the spirit of the season and join your neighbors for a fun night of gingerbread house building, seasonal craft cocktails, beer, wine, and fun! Homemade gingerbread houses are pre-built but all the decorating supplies (tools, frosting, candies, etc) and your first cocktail are included. Buy a ticket for one or two! >> MORE INFO HERE
Brunch with Santa
a.lounge+bar New Year's Even Specials
Jula's on the Potomac
Jula’s has just released tickets for a second seating for their New Year’s Eve celebration!
>> MORE INFO HERE
New Year Eve Gatsby Gala
>> Two of Old Town North’s favorite local restaurants will remain open through December and possibly longer. Make sure to visit a la Lucia and Yunnan By Potomac Noodle House!
>> Our friends at Thanida Thai have reopened in their new location! The new location, 1210 N.Fayette St. Dine-in, Take-out, and delivery are available. Please call 703-535-6622 for more information.
OTN Farmers Market
The Old Town North Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market is canceled for today, Thursday, August 29th, given the National Weather Forecast for high winds and heavy thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.
Stay safe and dry, everyone, and we will see you on Sunday! Safe journeys for those traveling over the Labor Day holiday weekend.
The Sunday Market hours are now 9:00 am-1:00 pm year-round.
Free Yoga in the Fresh Air will continue to be offered from 10:00-11:00 am until late October, weather permitting.
We continue to welcome old friends and new ones to the market.
Made in ALX Upcoming Classes
- Perspective Drawing Class with Ephraim Fields
Sept. 7 at 11 a.m. - Block Printing Workshop
Sept. 7 at 2 p.m. - Candle Making Workshop
Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. - Crafternoon: Paint Your Own Halloween Welcome Mats
Sept. 8 at 3 p.m.
Sunday Hours @ 9am-1pm
Thursday Market is closed for the season and will reopen in the spring.
We continue to welcome new vendors to our Thursday and Sunday Markets.
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