Social Club
✨ You’re invited to join the Del Ray Social Club!
The Club was created to bring us together in person. To be more engaged in the community, meet new people, and have some quality social time amidst all the things and responsibilities that keep us so busy.
Upcoming events:
June Del Ray Social Club Events: RSVP Today to Secure Your Spot
Saturday, June 6: Mingle & Music, 5pm–7pm at Del Ray Public House, 2218 Mt Vernon Ave.
Gather for live music and camaraderie. Welcome drink on the house (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options). Joy will be had.Friday, June 12: Coffee Cupping, 10am–11am at Swing’s Coffee Roasters, 501 E Monroe Ave.
Coffee lovers! Block your calendar for an educational and fun morning to learn more about where coffee comes from, the process, and enjoy a unique tasting. Spots are limited to 20 people.
Saturday, June 13: Del Ray Day Party, 12pm–3pm at Rosemarino D’Italia, 1905 Mt Vernon Ave.
Our casual weekend daytime gathering. Upbeat yet low-key, come as you are to the Day Party. First drink included (alcoholic + non-alcoholic options). Dogs on the patio.
Please RSVP yes if you’d like to attend so we can plan space and beverages accordingly. Thank you for being here. See you out there!
What’s inside the Del Ray Social Club:
Quarterly private event invitations to connect IRL, off screens
Exclusive access to the master Del Ray Events Calendar, so you’re the first to know what’s happening (and can plan ahead)
Automatic entry into every giveaway
MORE PERKS: $5 off every $15+ order at South Block, and anything else I can come up with for y’all throughout the year
Join today and I’ll also send you the 2026 Del Ray Explore Card. It is a discount card that gives you 10% off at 10 genuinely great local spots, plus limited-edition stickers, on me.
Social Club FAQs
Q: Do you have to live in Del Ray to join?
A: All are welcome, you do not have to live in Del Ray to be a member. The events will take place in and near the Del Ray, Alexandria area.
Q: If my husband/wife/bf/gf/significant other wants to come to events with me, should we each get a membership?
A: Yes, the membership is per person, so please each become a member to join in on the fun. (Makes a great experience gift.)
Q: How do I join?
A: Keeping it simple: All you do is upgrade on Substack. Then in your confirmation email, you’ll receive the details about the perks, events, discount card, promo code for South Block, etc. Refer back to this page on Substack anytime for updates on events, promo codes, and more for members (scroll down).
Q: What’s included?
A: Quarterly private event invitations to connect IRL (quarterly is a minimum, there will likely be lots more), even more member meetups (like walk+coffee, moms meetup, a group for grands), exclusive access to the master Del Ray Events Calendar, automatic entry into every giveaway, $5 off every $15+ order at South Block, and anything else I can come up with for y’all throughout the year. Plus I’m adding in a free 2026 Del Ray Explore Card + sweet stickers when you join today as an OG member perk.
Q: How much is it?
A: As always, I’ve priced it as affordably as possible so that you can get huge value whilst I am able to setup awesome things for the club. It’s $99 for an entire year. I’ll put it all together — from partnering with local businesses, to planning events with food and drink included. All you have to do is sign up, meet some new friends, and have fun.
Q: Are the events free for Social Club members?
A: You bet, yes they are.
Q: When is the next event?
A: Events happen at least quarterly, if not even more frequently. I’ll email you to RSVP before each one.
You join the Social Club to be part of something. To try something new, make friends, engage in the community, have something fun to look forward to, get off of screens, and socialize in a neighborhood full of charm and character with lots to explore. All while supporting the local businesses that make this community so great.