In The Community
Memorial to Honor Lives Lost on January 29th, 2025
Virginia Congress member Don Beyer and Alexandria City Mayor Alyia Gaskins have recently announced plans for a permanent memorial to the victims of the mid-air collision over the Potomac on January 29th, 2025. The Memorial will be placed in the north-east section of Rivergate Park in Old Town North, and will provide a place of quiet reflection and remembrance .The Old Town North Community Partnership has reached out to both Congressman Beyer’s and Mayor Gaskin’s offices in support of the Memorial.
The Alexandria Warehouse Sale is open for business despite the Winter Cold!
National Park Service Old Town North EA Public Scoping Meeting - George Washington Memorial Parkway and Mount Vernon Trail Improvements
Monday. January 12th, the National Park Service (NPS ) and HRP Group hosted a meeting to discuss plans for trail, safety, and waterfront improvements in connection with the HRP ALX project ( power plant redevelopment), including proposed improvements to the Mount Vernon Trail and Potomac River Access, transportation and safety upgrades, and public space integration. NPS is conducting an environmental assessment to evaluate the potential impacts of the proposed improvements and gather public input.
>> View recording of the January 12 presentation
The community is encouraged to provide thoughts and concerns through February 12th.
New Small Business Member ValletaExpresso Bar
ValletaExpresso Bar is conveniently located at 682 N. St Asaph Street.
Valleta Expresso Bar is a family-owned neighborhood cafe in Old Town North Alexandria created by Brittani and Leo Maggio, the husband and wife team behind Dream Chasers Coffee Co.
Built from years of hands-on experience in coffee and tea, Valleta Expresso Bar reflects a belief in doing things with care. At it’s core, Valetto is about community and quality. Brittani and Leo had their first date over a cup of coffee, spent their honeymoon exploring the world of coffee, and after a few trial and error moments on the Art of Coffee Roasting, sharing stories of roasting their first beans in an iron pan at home, “after all, what’s a little kitchen fire
and a bit of singed hair?“
Dream Catchers Coffee Co.was founded!
Powered by Dream Catchers Coffee Co. Valleta Espresso Bar is informed by Brittani and Leo’s commitment to blend craft, creativity and family with the hope of creating a space where neighbors, creatives, and small business owners can gather, work and unwind. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry or light breakfast before heading into the office or shopping at Trader Joe’s or Harris Teeter. For an early morning Valentine’s Day treat, enjoy a heart-shaped croissant with your special someone.
New Small Business Member ValletaExpresso Bar
ValletaExpresso Bar is conveniently located at 682 N. St Asaph Street.
Valleta Expresso Bar is a family-owned neighborhood cafe in Old Town North Alexandria created by Brittani and Leo Maggio, the husband and wife team behind Dream Chasers Coffee Co.
Built from years of hands-on experience in coffee and tea, Valleta Expresso Bar reflects a belief in doing things with care. At it’s core, Valetto is about community and quality. Brittani and Leo had their first date over a cup of coffee, spent their honeymoon exploring the world of coffee, and after a few trial and error moments on the Art of Coffee Roasting, sharing stories of roasting their first beans in an iron pan at home, “after all, what’s a little kitchen fire
and a bit of singed hair?“
Dream Catchers Coffee Co.was founded!
Powered by Dream Catchers Coffee Co. Valleta Espresso Bar is informed by Brittani and Leo’s commitment to blend craft, creativity and family with the hope of creating a space where neighbors, creatives, and small business owners can gather, work and unwind. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry or light breakfast before heading into the office or shopping at Trader Joe’s or Harris Teeter. For an early morning Valentine’s Day treat, enjoy a heart-shaped croissant with your special someone.