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USA takes on Türkiye TONIGHT at 10pm -- visit our Stories for late-night, sound-on, high-energy watch parties across Del Ray! ⚽

Get in the patriotic spirit before the match and visit exhibit, USA at 250, which challenged local artists to capture the spirit of our nation, highlighting the splendor of our landscapes, people, history, creativity, resilience or other aspects that shape the American experience. This is the exhibit's final weekend -- gallery hours are hours are Thursday, June 25, 12pm-6pm; Friday, June 26, 12pm-9pm; and Saturday and Sunday, June 27-28, 12pm-6pm. 📸:

Congratulations to NBC Washington's Julie Carey on her retirement! While most know her as NBC4's longtime Northern Virginia Bureau Chief — covering governors, the General Assembly, and every statewide election since 1993 with professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to keeping her viewers informed — our community also knows her as a strong supporter of Alexandria's nonprofit organizations. We're especially grateful that she has shared her expertise and deep knowledge of local issues by serving as moderator for the Del Ray Business Association's mayoral debates. We'll miss seeing her on the air, but we're excited to see more of her around the neighborhood!

THANK YOU to Delegate Kirk McPike for taking time out of his busy schedule to meet with members of the Del Ray Business Association for a roundtable on issues facing small businesses.

During the event, Delegate McPike surprised owners Larry & Christine Ponzi with a framed copy of the General Assembly resolution honoring St. Elmo's on the Del Ray institution's 30th anniversary. The resolution called St. Elmo's "an iconic community meeting place" and a "cozy, welcoming community hub" that "has fostered a strong sense of community while serving coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and other fare to local residents and visitors for 30 years." #

180 Therapy and Wellness' .pt: "One of the most persistent myths about pain recovery is 'No Pain, No Gain.' While effort matters, pain is rarely a sign that you’re making progress. In fact, pushing through pain can often make symptoms worse. The result? Many people swing to the opposite extreme and begin avoiding movement altogether. The surprising part is that research shows both extremes of pushing through pain and avoiding activity can actually increase pain and disability. Recovery is rarely about doing more or doing less. It’s about finding the right amount… for you."

In this week's Well Ray Blog, Jen Uschold, the PainLESS PT & Coach, explains how a nudge -- paired with the power of the pacing -- can lead to meaningful change. Read more at the link in bio or at visitdelray.com/wellness-blog

CONGRATULATIONS to Matt Sloan, Eric Brannon, and the entire team at on their grand opening today! 🎉 Del Ray Business Association President Lauren Fisher: "Opening restaurants is not for the faint of heart, but you really nailed it with Matt & Tony's -- it's got national recognition and honors. And we're so excited that you decided to continue to invest in Del Ray. We are very excited to see the magic you create here, too."

"Small businesses are the heartbeat of our community and Mount Vernon Avenue is one of the best examples of that," said State Sen. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker. "Matt and Eric are proven restaurant owners, building a loyal following and a reputation for culinary excellence. Their sourcing shows a commitment to getting things right, they're partnering with local farmers and local bakeries and creating delicious things for us all to enjoy."

Located right across the street from .and.tonys at 1504b Mt Vernon Avenue, Little Birdie serves thoughtfully sourced chicken, house-made sides, seasonal dishes, and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, and everything in between. Learn more and make reservations at littlebirdieva.com

Stuck inside on a rainy day? Spend it lifting up our small businesses! Voting is now open for ' Readers' Choice Awards -- visit the link in bio or thezebra.org/2026-reader-survey to nominate YOUR favorite Del Ray businesses. Please note: You do not have to answer every question, but be sure you scroll to the end and push SUBMIT for your vote to count. The deadline to vote is Tuesday, June 30.

Thank you for supporting our small, locally-owned businesses -- it truly makes a difference! 📸:

We love bringing our small business community together. ❤ Del Ray small business owners and entrepreneurs -- join the Del Ray Business Association for Cocktails & Connections on Wednesday, June 24 starting at 5:30pm at . Visit the link in bio for tickets.

Special thanks to for sponsoring this month's happy hour! While they no longer have a retail presence in Del Ray, Magpie Reclamations is dedicated to serving the neighborhood through home clear-outs, estate liquidation services, and more -- follow or check out their latest antique, vintage, & MCM offerings online at magpiereclamations.com

Vogue: “Explore the Del Ray neighborhood. There’s a host of nearby shops and restaurants to explore. ... you’ll quickly see why Del Ray is one of the city’s most picturesque neighborhoods.”

Thanks to the amazing Lauren Sanchez for spotlighting some of our favorites — including Art on the Avenue, Del Ray Farmers' Market, Del Ray Pop Up Bar and Matt & Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar! Visit the link in bio to read the full story

Happy Father's Day to all the Del Ray Dads! Follow our Stories for specials in Del Ray to celebrate your favorite guy. 📸: The perfect last-minute gifts, available at and

It's officially the first day of SUMMER! So much fun today in Del Ray:
-- , 8am-12pm at Mt. Vernon & Oxford Avenues
-- Warehouse Sale, 9am–1pm at 1502 Mt Vernon Ave. (behind Al’s Steakhouse)
-- Petting Zoo & Pop-Up Summer Book Sale, 10am-3pm, outside Duncan Library (2501 Commonwealth Avenue)
-- Kids Storytime and Craft with local author Ganeya Gajaram, 10:30am at The Company of Books (2200 Mt Vernon Ave.)
-- 's presents GOAT at dusk at the Mt. Vernon Rec Center fields (Mt. Vernon & Commonwealth Avenues)
-- Karaoke Night, 9pm-11pm at Hops N Shine (3410 Mt Vernon Ave.)