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Alexandria, Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Alexandria! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How 441 new Carlyle apartments could reshape Alexandria’s housing options
  • How Alexandria Singers are turning assisted-living residents into weekend headliners
  • Why Waymo’s self-driving cars are quietly mapping Alexandria streets now

Also on today's calendar: Spring Hue Open Air Art Market and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do you learn how to make ice cream ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Turning cloudy and breezy, temps: high: 78, low: 54.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and delightful, with a high of 74 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Alexandria Crossing to Add 441 Apartment Homes to Alexandria by 2028 (geneonline.com) — Hundreds of new apartments are coming to Alexandria’s Carlyle neighborhood, with the Alexandria Crossing complex slated to deliver 441 homes by 2028. Developed by Quarterra Multifamily and PGIM Real Estate, the project will offer studios to two-bedrooms plus amenities like a pool, fitness center, and co-working spaces near major job and transit hubs.
   

2. From The Landing to the Spotlight (thezebra.org) — Alexandria residents can catch the Alexandria Singers’ “Dream Loud” concerts this Friday and Saturday at Bishop Ireton High School, featuring residents from The Landing Assisted Living Community on stage. The eight-week sing-along program built powerful connections, and tickets are pay-what-you-wish so neighbors of all ages can enjoy the show.
   

3. Self-driving car company confirms it is mapping roads in Alexandria, Arlington (wusa9.com) — Waymo is currently mapping streets in Alexandria and Arlington, with trained drivers collecting data as an early step toward possible future autonomous ride-hailing if Virginia law changes. The company is already heavily invested in Washington, D.C., and says it’s engaging with state and city officials while supporting legislation that could eventually allow fully driverless services in the Commonwealth.
   

4. Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council to Meet June 16-18, 2026, in Alexandria, VA (savingseafood.org) — A major Mid-Atlantic fisheries policy meeting is coming to Old Town Alexandria June 16–18, 2026, at the Sheraton Suites on North Saint Asaph Street, with in-person and Webex options. Local residents and stakeholders can follow or comment on decisions affecting species like tilefish, mackerel, and scup, with full materials and connection details posted on the Council’s meeting page.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • CROW BIRD UPDATE: He was at my house every single day right over my door .
    My entire family was captivated by him , then I started to feed him etc. been in the area for years and NEVER saw a crow before moving here - On the… (Nextdoor Avalon Apartments)
  • Check out “Mi Sol” off Mohawk Ln across from the South County Center off Route 1.
    The food is delicious and they grill just about all day. They sell by the weight and I stopped there about an hour ago while walking my Bully. It was… (Nextdoor Shannons Green)
  • Cogir Senior Living posted a job opening for Housekeeper - Full Time, Weekends required. in Alexandria. Apply here.
  • CW Resources posted a job opening for Custodian - No Experience Required in Alexandria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alexandria here.

Ok Alexandria! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Sundae School (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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