City of Alexandria, Virginia
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 2013
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL
FROM: RASHAD M. YOUNG, CITY MANAGER /s/
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Consideration of City Council Schedule
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ISSUE: City Council Schedule
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council:
1. Receive the revised Council Calendar (Attachment) which includes:
· The 43rd Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Parade on Saturday, December 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m;
· The Women's Art Party is scheduled for Sunday, December 8 from 1p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Charles Houston Recreation Center;
· The 38th Annual Chanukah Celebration on Wednesday, December 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Inova Alexandria Hospital Atrium, 4320 Seminary Road; and
2. Approve the calendar.
DISCUSSION: Each year the Friends of the Commission for Women host a Women's Art Party. There are approximately 33 local women artists and a portion of the proceeds go to the Domestic Violence Program. There is no admission and appetizers and beverages are provided. It is a great opportunity to get handmade, unique holiday gifts and support a worthwhile cause at the same time.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1: Council Calendar November 2013 - June 2014
Attachment 2: The 38th Annual Chanukah Celebration Flyer
STAFF:
Jerome Fletcher, Special Assistant to the City Manager