Come Celebrate Alexandria's Recognition as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People!

Event Date

Thursday, June 30, 2011 - 6:15pm

Event Location

City Hall 301 King Street, Vola Lawson Lobby

Come to the reception to celebrate the City of Alexandria being recognized as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People, awarded by America's promise-Alliance for Youth.

Please RSVP by June 28th to the Department of Community and Human Services, Office of Youth Services at 703-746-5970.

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