For Immediate Release: July 21, 2022 

The City of Alexandria, in collaboration with the City’s Successful Aging Committee, will celebrate National Centenarian Day on September 13 at 5 p.m. in the Vola Lawson Lobby (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, 2022. Alexandria centenarians who choose to participate in the presentation will receive a certificate honoring their lifetime experiences and achievements and a recognition coin. To participate or submit a nomination, complete an application and social history form by August 15.  

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. 

Visit alexandriava.gov/Aging for more information, and to access the online and printable documents.  

For media inquiries, contact Office of Communications & Public Information at newsroom@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.3969. 

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact maurice.tomdio@alexandriava.gov or call 571.384.5244, Virginia Relay 711. 

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This news release is available at alexandriava.gov/go/3813.