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The City is launching the “Back 2 Blue” campaign to raise awareness about the improved rush-hour service times on Metrorail and encourage residents and customers to ride the Blue Line. Service on Metrorail’s Blue Line has improved significantly, with rush-hour wait times of just eight minutes.
The City's fall leaf collection program begins on October 30 and runs through December. Residents who receive City residential trash and recycling services have the option of raking leaves to the curb for vacuum trucks, bagging for curbside collection, or composting.
On Saturday, October 28, the Alexandria Library will host its fifth annual bicycle tour of all Alexandria Library locations. Bring your bike and join library staff for a leisurely 2-hour loop starting and ending at Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke Street. Registration for the event is required,... 
The City of Alexandria, through the Mayor’s Campaign to End Bullying, is hosting activities designed to raise awareness about bullying: what it is, what to do about it, and how to prevent it.
It’s Time to Get “Back 2 Blue”
Fall Leaf Collection
Le Tour d'Alexandria Library
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Did you know one in four women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime? In Alexandria, 18 residents have died as a result of domestic violence since 1990. Learn what you can do to help prevent domestic violence and provide support to those affected.
October is Bullying Prevention Month
Alexandria’s Volunteer Recruitment Event
Looking for a way to help strengthen the community? Attend a Volunteer Recruitment Event on Monday, October 23, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Beatley Central Library, 5005 Duke St.
Alexandria Courthouse Cell Phone Policy
Effective October 2, all cell phones, cameras, video recording devices or similar equipment are prohibited inside the Alexandria Courthouse (520 King St.) without court authorization.