on the Steps of City Hall, 6-8p.m. Sponsored by the City ofAlexandriaDivision of Community Services. October 12: Robin and the Bluebirds and October 19: Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band. Cost: Admission free. Call: 449-5051.
September 22: Les Fest, Alexandria Zoo, 10a.m.-4p.m. Sponsored by Friends of the Alexandria Zoo (FOTAZ), Alexandria Zoo and the City of Alexandria. See what’s happening at the zoo. A free day of music, entertainment, animals and fun in remembrance of former Zoo Director Les Whitt. Concessions, gift shop and train available. Cost: Admission free. Call Lee Ann Whitt: 441-6814.
September 20: Les Fest Jammin’ in the Jungle, Alexandria Zoo, time: TBA. Sponsored by Friends of the Alexandria Zoo (FOTAZ) and the City of Alexandria. Enjoy a wild evening under the cool shades of the festival plaza. Visit with exotic animals, be entertained with live music and enjoy spirits and delicious food as we remember Les Whitt. Cost: TBA. Call Lee Ann Whitt: 441-6814.
September 12: United States Navy Band Country Current, Downtown Amphitheatre, 7p.m. The United States Navy’s premier country and bluegrass band will perform all types of country music from traditional bluegrass and western swing to contemporary pop music. Cost: Admission free. Call: 449-5051.
August 3-5: Satchmo Summerfest, New Orleans French Quarter. Sponsored by Calypso Travel and Cruise Center. Jazz music festival honoring New Orleans’ native son, Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong. Two nights at Le Richelieu Hotel. Cost: Price varies - $170 per person. Call Cathi Kirk: 445-5553. www.calypsotravelcruise.com
August 1: Registration for Fall Drama Classes and Voice Lessons, Lagniappe Theatre in Alexandria Mall, time: varies. Drama classes offered for ages 3-college. Voice lessons offered Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cost: Varies. Call Karen Burns: 48-STAGE. www.lagniappetheatre.com
July 14, August 11 and September 8: Taking it 2 the Street, Downtown Alexandria, 10a.m. Sponsored by Capital One Bank. A family friendly guided walking tour of the beautiful downtown cultural district featuring local celebrity tour guides and lots of local street performers. The tour begins and ends at the Alexandria Museum of Art. Cost: Admission free. Call Rich Joyce: 445-1234 X 242.
July 4: Rock the Red on the 4th of July, Downtown Amphitheatre, 7p.m. Sponsored by City of Alexandria. Come celebrate the 4th with J. Diamond Washington and Co., a variety, party band from New Orleans and enjoy a patriotic fireworks show over the beautiful Red River. Please support our local food and beverage vendors by leaving your ice chests and glass bottles at home. Cost: Admission free. Call: 449-5051.
July 19, August 16 and September 22: Acoustic Concert Series, Café, 1st floor Alexandria Museum of Art, 6:30-8:30p.m. For more information visit www.themuseum.org. Cost: Free to AMoA members, $4 for non-members. Call Anne Reid: 443-3458.