[Archived] City of Alexandria Holds Arlandria-Chirilagua Festival

City Press Release


	For Immediate Release	For More Information, Contact
	May 19, 2005 PIO# 167-05/rdo	Barbara J. Gordon, Public Information Officer, or Raynard Owens, Communications Officer, at 703.838.4300 Raynard Owens, Communications Officer, at 703.838.4300

City of Alexandria Holds Arlandria-Chirilagua Festival

The City of Alexandria’s Arlandria-Chirilagua Festival is scheduled for Sunday, June 12, from noon - 7 pm in the 3700 and 3800 blocks of Mt. Vernon Avenue. Admission is free and the festival will be held rain or shine.

The event will feature traditional musicians including instrumentalists, soloists, and performing groups; and displays showcasing traditional arts, crafts, paintings, and souvenirs. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.

The City’s Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities and the Tenants’ and Workers’ Support Committee are co-sponsoring the festival.

For more information on the Arlandria-Chirilagua Festival, call the City’s Special Events Hotline at 703.883.4686.

Visitors to the event are encouraged to park at the Cora Kelly Elementary School, 3600 Commonwealth Ave., or use public transportation. For bus route information, call the City’s Office of Transit Services & Programs at 703.838.3800.

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