Crookies + Spritzfest
What to do this week in Del Ray, VA, May 13-16, 2024.
Happy Monday, neighbor! I hope your weekend was fantastic. Let’s dive into another exciting week.
Crookie arrival
Spritzfest
Wine tasting
Trivia
more!
Let’s get into it.
– Rachel Turula, lover of all things Del Ray
Monday, May 13
Savor a sweet start to the week with a Crookie
7am-8pm | Junction Bakery & Bistro, 1508 Mt Vernon Ave #1718
👶🏼 Kid-friendly | 🐶 Dog-friendly
Have you tried the viral crookie at Junction Bakery & Bistro?!
It’s where cookie meets croissant in a match made in pastry heaven. Get your hands on this crave-worthy creation before it disappears. It’s only available at the Junction Bakery & Bistro location in Del Ray, so we are extra lucky!
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Baby Time, 10:15am-10:45am or 11:15am-11:45am at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 0-14 months. 👶🏼
Tabletop Games for Teens, 5pm-7pm at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 12-18. More info. 👶🏼
Book Chat, 6pm-7pm at The Company of Books. Meet your neighbors and talk books. More info.
Friends of Duncan Library Monthly Board Meeting, 7pm-8pm at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. All are welcome. More info.
Tuesday, May 14
Spritzfest: Complimentary Haus Alpenz Aperitivo Tasting
5pm-7pm | Stracci Pizza, 106 Hume Ave
#NationalAperitivoDay is Thursday, May 16, and because Stracci loves a good aperitivo hour, they’re celebrating this Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with tastings, specialty spritzes, and snacks!
On Tuesday from 5pm-7pm, chat with importer Jake Parrott of Haus Alpenz and taste a selection of traditional Italian aperitivos. Plus, try specialty cocktails featuring their favorites.
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Stories and Songs, 10:15am-10:45am or 11:15am-11:45am at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 0-5.👶🏼
Pre-K Story Time, 4pm-4:30pm at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 3+ with a caregiver. More info. 👶🏼
Duncan and Dragons, 5pm-7:30pm at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 12-18. Registration required. More info. 👶🏼
Wednesday, May 15
My Generacion Wine Tasting
5pm-8pm | Planet Wine Shop, 2004 Mt Vernon Ave
Drop by during tasting hours to explore a variety of fun themes and flavors with Planet Wine’s expert sommeliers and guest wine professionals. Enjoy a relaxed and friendly atmosphere while you taste. Plus, take advantage of a 10% discount on any tasting bottles you’d love to take home.
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Puzzle Flowers, 3:30pm-4:30pm at the James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library. Ages 6-12. More info. 👶🏼
Spitfire Book Club: Kindergarten - 3rd grade, 5pm-5:45pm at the James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library. More info. 👶🏼
Dungeons & Dragons, 6:30pm-9pm at The Company of Books. All are welcome. More info.
Duncan Book Group: "Loot" by Tania James, 7pm-8pm online. More info.
Wednesday Trivia Night, 7pm-10pm at Hops N Shine. More info.
Thursday, May 16
Thursday Trivia Night
7pm-10pm | Hops N Shine, 3410 Mt Vernon Ave
Test your trivia skills this Thursday at Hops N Shine. Gear up for an evening of brain-teasing questions, fantastic prizes, and lots of laughs. Gather your friends, form a team, and compete for bragging rights across categories ranging from music and movies to science and sports. It's the perfect night out for trivia buffs looking for a challenge and a chance to shine. Join the fun.
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Toddler Rock N' Read, 10:15am-10:45am or 11:15am-11:45am at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 0-5. 👶🏼
Nailed IT! 4:30pm-5:30pm at the James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library. Ages 8-18. More info. 👶🏼
Nerdy Knotters: Knitting and Crochet group, 6pm-7pm at the James M. Duncan Branch Library. Ages 12+. More info. 👶🏼
The Inklings Library Writing Group, 6pm-7pm at the James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library. More info.
Potter’s Craft Cider Tasting, 6pm-8pm at Market 2 Market. Free. More info.
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Weekend preview
Friday, May 17: Music Bingo, 7pm-10pm at Hops N Shine, 3410 Mt Vernon Ave. More info.
Saturday, May 18: Well Ray, 10am-2pm in the Salvation Army & Wellness Junction lots along Mt. Vernon Ave. Free to attend, registration for classes required. More info and register. 👶🏼🐶
Saturday, May 18: La Vine Boheme Wine Tasting, 1pm-5pm at Plant Wine Shop, 2004 Mt Vernon Ave. Free. More info.
Sunday, May 19: Enchant Hair Co. Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Celebration, 12pm-3pm at Enchant Hair Co, 2205 Mount Vernon Ave. More info.
And more!
I’ll send you the full weekend roundup on Friday so you always know what’s happening.
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Weather
Monday
79 🌡️ 60 | 🌤️ | 8% | 💨 SSW 11 mph
Tuesday
70 🌡️ 63 | 🌧️ | 58% | 💨 S 10 mph
Wednesday
70 🌡️ 62 | 🌧️ | 61% | 💨 ENE 8 mph
Thursday
80 🌡️ 62 | 🌤️ | 12% | 💨 N 8 mph
Temperature readings taken from Alexandria, VA on weather.com the night before publication.
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Photo credit: Junction Bakery & Bistro Instagram, Stracci Instagram, Planet Wine Shop Instagram, Hops N Shine Facebook.