For Immediate Release: July 10, 2024 

Media Contact: Aging and Disability Resource Coordinator Pam Austin,  pamela.austin@alexandriava.gov or 571.775.9417

Alexandrians 100 Years of Age and Older Invited to Participate in Annual Centenarian Day Recognition

The City of Alexandria, in collaboration with the City’s Successful Aging Committee, will celebrate National Centenarian Day on September 10 at 5 p.m. in the Vola Lawson Lobby of City Hall (301 King St.).  

The city will celebrate Alexandria residents who have lived a century or longer. To be eligible, individuals must be 100 years or older by December 31, 2024. Alexandria centenarians who choose to participate in the presentation will receive a certificate honoring their lifetime experiences and achievements. To participate or submit a nomination, complete an application and social history form by August 13.  

Visit alexandriava.gov/Aging for more information.  

The Successful Aging Committee includes representatives from Senior Services of Alexandria, St. Martin de Porres Senior Center (Catholic Charities), the Charles Houston Senior Center (Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority) and the City of Alexandria. 

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For reasonable disability accommodation, call 703.746.5940 or contact wdc@alexandriava.gov, Virginia Relay 711. If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available; please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960.

Alexandria at 275: Celebrate Alexandria's 275th birthday from April through September at alexandriava.gov/ALX275.