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The City of Alexandria is hosting a variety of events this weekend, offering activities for different interests. The events include free income tax preparation for qualified residents and a multicultural poetry reading. Residents can visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar to view upcoming events.

Highlighted events include the FY 2026 Budget Pop-Up at the Old Town Farmers’ Market, where city staff will discuss the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. Attendees can ask questions and learn more about what was presented during the City Manager’s Budget Proposal in preparation for Monday’s Public Hearing on the Budget.

Another event is a Resource Fair for Federal Workers and Contractors affected by federal force reductions. This fair is hosted by Representative Don Beyer in partnership with several local jurisdictions including the City of Alexandria, providing information and resources that may be helpful.

Scheduled activities for Saturday, March 8, include:

- Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance at 9 a.m.

- Storytime for Little Historians at 10 a.m.

- City Manager Budget Pop-Up at 10 a.m.

- Nature Play at 10:30 a.m.

- Minnie Howard School Integration Sign Unveiling at 11 a.m.

- Resource Fair for Federal Workers and Contractors at noon

- The Moon, A Multicultural Poetry Reading at 3 p.m.

- Specialty Tour: A Toast to the Ladies! at 6 p.m.

- An Evening of Irish Music at 7 p.m.

On Sunday, March 9, there will be a Specialty Tour: Poisons at the Apothecary Museum starting at 11 a.m.

For more details on these events or others not listed here, visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar or follow their social media accounts. For those who need communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available via email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or phone call to 703.746.3960.