Exploration of Grief and Legacy in New Short Story Penned by Writer from Alexandria
Get ready for a weekend filled with excitement in Alexandria! From Saturday, August 16 to Sunday, August 17, the city is buzzing with a variety of events that cater to all interests.
Saturday, August 16
Start your day early with the West End Farmers Market at 4800 Brenman Park at 8:30 a.m., or head to Murphy's Grand Irish Pub for Murphy's Saturday Run at the same time. For those who enjoy fitness and beer, Fitness At The Brewery is at Aslin ALX at 10 a.m., while Pedals & Pints takes place at Handy Bikes at 10:30 a.m.
In the afternoon, the Port to Port Beer Festival kicks off at Port City Brewing Company at 12 p.m., and Bands & Brews can be found in Del Ray at 12:30 p.m. If you're a film enthusiast, don't miss the "Pinned" Indie Film Table Read at No. 9 Lounge at Evening Star Cafe at 3 p.m. For music lovers, Summer Sundays Chamber Music is at the Lyceum by WMPA at 3 p.m.
Saturday also marks the release of Theodore A. Adams III's new book, "The Man Who Owned a Plane," through Blue Balloon Books. This 40-page illustrated short story follows a transformative journey of self-discovery after a visit to a grieving home. The book has already won the American Book Fest Award for Visionary Fiction 2025 and the gold impact winner of the Positive Impact Book Awards.
Sunday, August 17
The weekend continues with multiple events happening on Sunday. The Annual Dog Swim is scheduled for a specified location, and Family Day with Young Historians is an event happening at the Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden.
For those seeking artistic pursuits, Artistic Outlets Creativity Workshop, A Make Your Own Flower Candle Workshop, and A Tea Blending Workshop are available at various locations throughout the day. Additionally, a Board Game Cafe and a Writers Group can be found at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library.
For history buffs, a Discovering Alexandria Architecture Walking Tour is at Carlyle House at 10 a.m., and Sweet Summer Social is at Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden at 11 a.m. For those looking to unwind, VETOGA Weekly Community Yoga is hosted by Adam Shaw at James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library at 10:30 a.m.
In the afternoon, don't miss the Crab Feast at Aslin ALX at 1 p.m., or Alexandria Oddball Cinema - Don't Read This on a Plane at Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library at 2 p.m. An Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group is also available at the same time.
Theodore A. Adams III, an award-winning filmmaker, pilot, engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, leads the ASCP Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Alexandria focused on charitable activities related to consultant pharmacists. Adams currently chairs multiple nonprofit charitable organizations and owns several companies.
"The Man Who Owned a Plane" targets adults navigating grief or change and those searching for inspiration through its themes of introspection, emotional wisdom, and legacy. Pre-order your copy today on Amazon for $24.95.
Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's something for everyone in Alexandria this weekend!
