Duncan Library

Join the wellness experts of the Del Ray Business Association for a free workshop series! We are kicking off the series with three mini-workshops on Wednesday, May 27 at 12pm at Duncan Library with expert advice from three incredible women: Midlife, Misunderstood: What Every Woman Should Know About Perimenopause and Menopause with Vida Women's Health's Adrian Thompson -- Adrian Thompson, PA-C, is a nationally certified physician associate, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and founder of Vida Women’s Health—a medical practice providing personalized, evidence-based care for women in midlife. Adrian specializes in menopause management, medical weight care, and sexual health, with a special focus on supporting cancer survivors and high-risk “previvors” navigating hormonal changes, risk-reducing surgery, and midlife health. She offers both hormone and non-hormone treatment options, including prescription medications tailored to each woman’s needs, goals, and medical history. Adrian combines her clinical expertise with personal insight to guide women through perimenopause and beyond with confidence. Her mission is to demystify hormone therapy, deliver compassionate, science-backed care, and ensure every woman feels seen, heard, and supported, especially during a stage of life too often misunderstood.

The Dos and Don’ts of Working with Herbal Remedies with Kay Sidahmed of Cura Viriditas -- A practical overview and guide of how to approach working with and selecting herbal remedies in a meaningful and safe way. Why sourcing, customizing, and working with a knowledgeable herbalist matter Clinical Herbalist and Forest Therapy Guide Kay Sidahmed (PhD, MS) is founder and owner of <a href="https://www.curaviriditas.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Cura Viriditas,</a> a clinical herbal practice in service of connecting plants and humans to foster individual, communal, and planetary healing and wellbeing. In her work Kay simultaneously draws from the findings and tools of modern science as well as traditional herbal healing knowledge and wisdom from around the world. She offers individual and group consultations, classes, workshops, and forest bathing. Her work focuses largely on perimenopause/menopause, second-half-of-life, and chronic &amp; autoimmune conditions. She is passionate about bringing people together and creating communal and inclusive spaces of learning and exploration.
What's The Difference Between "Healthspan" and Lifespan" with Willow Wellness' Cynthis Durakis, DC, CFNMP -- The difference between “Healthspan” and “Lifespan”? is the critical gap between the years spent in good health rather than chronic disease. Human beings are designed to maintain cellular regeneration for at least 120 years! Dr. Cynthia Durakis has over 20 years of experience helping patients of all ages. Areas of expertise include sports rehabilitation, clinical nutrition, prenatal care, pediatrics, foot analysis/custom orthotics, functional endocrinology and functional and nutritional medicine.

Local Event: Live Well with Well Ray Mini-Workshops

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Live Well with Well Ray Mini-Workshops

Join the wellness experts of the Del Ray Business Association for a free workshop series! We are kicking off the series with...

Mount Vernon Recreation Center (City of Alexandria)

Del Ray's favorite food event returns on Sunday, June 7!
Top area restaurants are slated to participate in the 17th Annual Taste of Del Ray! The event, named one of Virginia Living Magazine's top food festivals in the state, will take place on Sunday, June 7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center fields.
Ticket holders will enjoy a wide range of tastes from top Del Ray restaurants and can cast their votes for the People's Choice award. Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for ALIVE!, to support our neighbors in need.
A VIP ticket option is also available, giving foodies the first bites! A VIP wine tasting will take place at the Del Ray Artisans gallery from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., with early admission to the food festival starting at 12 p.m. Note: The VIP reception is for individuals 21 and older, IDs will be checked upon entry. PLEASE BRING YOUR ID to the event -- no exceptions will be made.
Hurry and get your tickets -- this event sells out every year; only 500 general admission and 100 VIP tickets will be sold.
Special thanks to The Jen Walker Team for sponsoring the VIP reception and to Del Ray Cafe for sponsoring live music by Mars Rodeo!
Taste of Del Ray is presented by the Del Ray Business Association. For more information, visit visitdelray.com.

Local Event: 17th Annual Taste of Del Ray

17th Annual Taste of Del Ray

Del Ray's favorite food event returns on Sunday, June 7!
Top area restaurants are slated to participate in the 17th Annual...

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Live Well with Well Ray Mini-Workshops

MAY

27

12:00 PM

Duncan Library, 2501 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA

17th Annual Taste of Del Ray

JUN

7

1:00 PM

Mount Vernon Recreation Center (City of Alexandria), 2701 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA