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Out with the old and in with the new. The Kingstowne Community Library in Alexandria closes its doors on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. But don’t worry, it will be coming back with a refreshed look in a new spot.
Dates to know
New holds will be held for pick up until tomorrow, Feb. 4. The last day to pick up both new and old holds will be Friday, Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. Learn more about the upcoming closure.
Note: All Kingstowne Library due dates have been moved to Wednesday, April 15.
New location information
The new Kingstowne Regional Library is expected to open this spring at the emerging Franconia Governmental Center. The site is located between Beulah Street, Silver Lake Boulevard, and Interparcel Road, just south of Manchester Boulevard and a short distance from Kingstowne Towne Center. See what else is coming to the site.
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The Prince William County School Board plans to vote tomorrow, Feb. 4, on the inclusion of a 14th high school. The proposed 1,400-student school was originally slated to open in 2026 in Lake Ridge. We’ll continue to keep you updated. (InsideNOVA)
Health
This February, the Alexandria Health Department is collaborating with 12 local businesses to offer Cupid Coupons — 5% off, up to $10 — for those who book sexual or reproductive health services. Learn where you can use Cupid Coupons. (ALXnow)
Plan Ahead
The Buddhist monks’ “Walk for Peace” is expected to reach Prince William County later this week. Here is the live map of their walk. The monks will finish their walk in Washington, DC. (InsideNOVA)
Closing
The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, is set to close for two years for renovations, according to President Donald Trump. Why not check out these performing arts venues around NOVA instead? (ARLnow)
Learn
Celebrate Black History Month with Alexandria’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Poster Exhibition. View more than 130 posters created by students in grades 2-5 at the Charles Houston Recreation Center starting Sunday, Feb. 7. Join the awards ceremony the same day from 1-3 p.m. (ALXnow)
Try This
Profs and Pints, a lecture series based in DC, is coming to Highline RxR in Arlington. Beginning on Sunday, Feb. 22, you will be able to engage in lectures with professors on topics like history and archaeology. (ARLnow)
Biz
Weird Brothers Coffee, a Herndon-based coffee company, is looking to expand. Currently, there are two locations in Herndon and one at the Village at Leesburg. The brand hopes to franchise and open locations around Virginia and Maryland. (The Burn)
Eat
The popular Leesburg restaurant, 5 Tara Indian Cuisine, has closed its Village at Leesburg location as it prepares to move to a new site. There’s no update yet on the new address or reopening date, but we’ll let you know as soon as we hear more. (The Burn)
Award
Have strong opinions about local businesses in Ashburn? Voting is now open for Best of Ashburn through Ashburn Magazine. Cast your votes by Saturday, Feb. 28. (The Burn)
Watch
The chef and owner of Vienna’s Joon, Chris Morgan, will compete on the first season of America’s Culinary Cup. He’ll be one of 16 contestants on the new CBS show, which premieres Wednesday, March 4 at 9:30 p.m. (Northern Virginia Magazine)
Today Is
The midpoint of winter. We are exactly halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, meaning the days are getting longer, and our cherry blossoms will be at full bloom before we know it. It’s also the perfect excuse to plan a summer vacation, starting at Dulles International Airport. (Farmer’s Almanac)
Development
Sustainable Building Partners and JBG Smith teamed up on The Zoe and Valen, two high-performance multifamily towers in Crystal City, VA. With sustainability at the core — EV charging, green roofs, water and energy savings, low-impact materials, and 100% renewable energy — these projects set a new standard for healthy, eco-conscious urban living.*
Shop
Meet the intimacy gummy: Camino Wild Cherry, the ultimate edible for date night. Heighten sensory experiences and ignite that special spark with a THC gummy that fits seamlessly into your Valentine’s Day plans — without the hangover or bloat of alcohol. Get 20% off a full-size tin with code 6AM20.†*
The Buy
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Meet Bowtie Bill. | Photo via Handley Regional Library System
What if I just start plugging this photo of Bowtie Bill at the end of every newsletter? Punxutawny Phil may have predicted more winter yesterday, but the jury’s still out on Virginia’s prophetic prediction.
Bowtie Bill, Virginia’s only official groundhog puppet prognosticator (and my newfound personal hero), had to postpone his prophecy... due to winter weather... but hey, anything can happen.
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