Getting used to the other side of the dais: Thanks to @CityofFairfaxVA Mayor @csread for allowing me to present about the important partnership between the City of Fairfax and @NOVA_Parks We are excited to build the NEW Gateway Regional Park in 2026!

Scenes From My Sunday Morning Run: The fog made the Potomac disappear.

Enjoying my first year in a few decades without parade obligations: We took advantage of the @NOVA_Parks Carlyle House Historic Park Open House (open until 2 PM!). A beautiful day in Old Town!

We learned today of the passing of McArthur Myers. Mac led our community to learn more about our selves. He brought our history alive for the next generation and inspired our City to action with a smile on his face. We will miss you Mac. Job well done, my friend.

Join us tomorrow at @NOVA_Parks Cameron Run as ice skating returns! This year's celebration features the "Mayor on Ice," as @Alyia4ALX will lace up her skates to cut the ribbon. (Legal Disclaimer: "Mayor on Ice" will only include CURRENT Mayors) www.alxnow.com/2025/12/03/i...

Last night we took an after-dinner trip to Meadowlark Botanical Gardens to check out the Winter Walk of Lights. Tickets are available online for all 3 @NOVA_Parks light shows: www.novaparks.com/nova-parks-l...

Lined up for my 22nd straight Alexandria Turkey Trot with a huge crowd of Alexandrians! Happy Thanksgiving, Alexandria!

Scene From My Tuesday Morning Run: No Filter Necessary

We’re hiring! The @NOVA_Parks team is looking to fix several important roles, including a new Park Manager at Brambleton Golf Course and part-time roles at parks throughout our system. Apply today and join the best park authority on the planet! novaparks.com/employment

A great start to a Sunday: A long run in the woods on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail starting at @NOVA_Parks Fountainhead Regional Park. We got to take in some history as well, traveling along the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route and near the Ford’s Mill Burial Grounds.

Spent the beautiful windy day hiking the BROT (Bull Run Occoquan Trail) at @NOVA_Parks Fountainhead Regional Park. After hiking, we went up the road and grabbed a tasty lunch at Brickmakers Cafe at Occoquan Regional Park!

Great to spend some time tonight representing @NOVA_Parks in @TownofViennaVA along with Mayor Linda Colbert. Tonight we were discussing trail safety on the W&OD Railroad Regional Park.

Throughout our history, those who have served have completed an unbroken line of defense for our ideals. My grandfather was one of Greatest Generation that joined the battle against tyranny over 80 years ago. Thanks to him and the many that followed him. Happy Veterans Day!

Last night @NOVA_Parks opened up our Winter Walk of Lights at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens and we welcomed the @fox5dc.com.web.brid.gy team. All 3 of our light shows get started this month and tickets are available now! www.fox5dc.com/video/1737589

Virginia’s next Governor will be @abigailspanberger.com Our Governor-Elect has pursued a lifetime of service and integrity. We are extraordinarily lucky to have her leading our Commonwealth during the challenging years to come.

The polls are open throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia! Cast your vote or return your ballot before 7 PM today. Find your polling place here: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...

This morning I got the opportunity to join our @NOVA_Parks team at Bull Run Regional Park to help with the setup for our 2.5 mile drive-through holiday light show. Our 3 holiday light shows open in November and you can purchase tickets today at novaparks.com/nova-parks-lights

Why do I keep doing this? No clue. But, marathon number 11 is HISTORY!

Yesterday, I hit the final @NOVA_Parks (I have covered all of our staffed properties. More to go in the future!) on my 3-week tour: I met the team at Temple Hall Farm Regional Park and visited Piscataway Crossing Regional Park, both beautiful resources in Loudoun County.

Today, I got to check out the best of @NOVA_Parks in Loudoun County! I visited with the team at Algonkian Regional Park, Brambleton Regional Park and the brand-new Reservoir Park which just celebrated its first birthday.

Another great visit with our @NOVA_Parks team: Today I visited Occoquan Regional Park, home of The River View event venue, Brickmakers Cafe and the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial. A beautiful waterfront park with so much to see and do!

Well, last year was fun. This year, not so much. When do pitchers and catchers report? Sigh.

Check out the new PBS documentary "From Rails to Trails," the fascinating story of the national movement to "recycle" abandoned railroad right-of-way into new trails. @NOVA_Parks is the proud caretaker of the 45-mile W&OD, featured in this story. weta.org/watch/shows/...

First Saturday of early voting and we (Kid2’s first General Election votes!) cast our votes for Virginia’s future. Early voting open today at 132 N Royal Street (next to City Hall) until 5 PM!

Today my @NOVA_Parks adventure was a visit to the 1,500 acre Bull Run Regional Park in Centreville including a review of the setup process for the upcoming Festival of Lights. I also visited the Bull Run Shooting Center, the region’s only public shotgun range.

Today I was on my home turf exploring the Alexandria @NOVA_Parks Started the day touring the Carlyle House Historic Park. That was followed by a visit to the Winkler Botanical Preserve. Finally, I checked out the prep work for “Ice & Lights” at Cameron Run Regional Park!

Today Kid2 turns 18 and our baby becomes an adult (“technically”). She has an incredible work ethic, is passionate about helping others, cares about the world and most importantly is a good friend. We are so proud of the person she has become. Happy Birthday Kid2! Do big stuff!

Another great day meeting our @NOVA_Parks team: Today I was in Arlington and visited Potomac Overlook Regional Park and the Mayer Center for Environmental Education (including Sugar the Corn Snake!). Afterwards, we hit Upton Hill Regional Park including the amazing Climb UPton!

A weekend @NOVA_Parks visit: We visited Temple Hall Regional Park and caught the Temple Hall Farm Festival. The festival continues every day until November 2nd!

Working the chain gang again and cheering on the @ACHSTitans Tied game at the half!

Day 5 on the job at @NOVA_Parks Today’s theme was: old stuff in Loudoun County. Visited the team at Aldie Mill Historic Park in the Village of Aldie, home of an early 19th century gristmill. Wrapped up the week at the 200-year old stone bridge at Goose Creek Historic Park.

Virginia Voters: The major party nominees for Governor debated this evening. Early voting has started. Check out the debate (starts at the 30 minute point in the video): www.youtube.com/live/lu8JfjB...

Day 4 on the job at @NOVA_Parks Busy day visiting Pohick Bay Regional Park (campsites, golf course and pool), our Central Maintenance operation, Fountainhead and Sandy Run Regional Parks. We even saw a bald eagle supervising at Pohick Bay on an amazing day.

Day 3 on the job at @NOVA_Parks Today, I visited and met the team at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Vienna. We toured the 95 acres of gardens (currently being prepped for the Winter Walk of Lights {tickets on sale now!}) and I also greeted the team in our mentor program.

Day 2 on the job at @NOVA_Parks Today, I got to visit the crew who manage the W&OD Railroad Regional Park and explore a few miles west of Ashburn on the region’s best trail. After that, we hit Rust Manor House, a beautiful event venue on 68 acres near downtown Leesburg.

Drive, Walk, Skate, Into the Holidays! Tickets are now on-sale for @NOVA_Parks holiday light experiences. Drive through the lights at Bull Run, walk through the lights at Meadowlark and skate through the lights at Cameron Run! www.novaparks.com/nova-parks-l...

That’s a wrap. Nineteen years working on the railroad comes to a conclusion. Next week, it’s time to start something new!

For the very last time, I fled my office, grabbed the snazzy yellow vest (I’m taking it with me!) and helped @amtrak.com customers find their trains on a busy Friday morning. It has always been fun to help our customers (and occasionally field constituent inquires) over the years!

Scene from my Wednesday Morning Run: Another runner yelled “It never looks as good in the photo!” as she ran by while I was taking this one.

The @Marine_Marathon is next month which means this morning I spent a significant amount of quality time on the @NOVA_Parks W&OD Trail. Got to run through the Dual Trail segment in the City of Falls Church and see the future of our region’s best-loved trail in place today.

It’s time to vote in the Commonwealth of Virginia! Early voting started a few minutes ago. Alexandrians can vote from 8 AM to 5 PM at 132 N Royal Street (next to City Hall). Weekend and later hours begin in October. You may request a mail ballot now: vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInforma...

Celebrating 24 years of marriage in the most romantic place on earth…an @amtrak.com train on the NEC.

It is our LAST ACPS First Day EVER (Gulp). Kid2 starts her Senior Year today. Let’s do this! Have a great first day, Alexandria!

No speeches to give. No cupcake distribution. Just relaxing and celebrating Alexandria’s 276th birthday!

It was a thrill to honor Mr. Bailey in 2022, a one-of-a-kind Alexandrian. He was one of the last surviving veterans of the Battle of the Bulge and a decorated veteran. He was a humble hero who we owe a debt of gratitude. Rest in peace, sir. Thank you. www.alxnow.com/2025/07/11/w...

My recent vacation read was Krystyn Moon’s “Proximity to Power.” Professor Moon’s new book uncovers fascinating history covering a century and a half of the African-American experience in Alexandria. You will better understand our City and her people: uncpress.org/book/9781469...

If you are like me and one of those people who calls 395 “Shirley Highway” or DCA “Washington National,” this is gonna be hard for you. But I successfully took a new MetroBus route this morning and it worked! Check out your new routes here: wmata.com/initiatives/...

Congratulations to @senatorhashmi.bsky.social & @jonesjay.bsky.social on their great wins in yesterday’s primary. Together with our next Governor @abigailspanberger.com they will make a great team for the Commonwealth. Let’s go!

There is 1 hour left to vote throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia, with a statewide Democratic Primary for Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General. In Alexandria you can also return a mailed ballot to a drop box until 7 PM. Find your polling place: www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ba...

The Marlins used 8 pitchers last night in a game that ended at 1 AM. They’re on their third pitcher in the second inning and as you can see their options are limited… #LetsGoNats