The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust is sponsoring a series of invasive species eradication efforts. There’s an upcoming event in Alexandria (in Beverly Hills) on March 21st:

Alexandria Ivy Pull

Saturday, March 21 2009, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Join NVCT for an ivy pull on protected land in Alexandria! Refreshments will be provided!

When: Saturday, March 21st, 10am-12pm

Where: 3104 Russell Road, Alexandria, a recently protected property adjacent to Monticello Park. You’ll see signs by the entrance to the driveway.

What to wear/bring: long pants, sturdy shoes, long sleeves, sturdy garden gloves, clippers, a screwdriver to pry vines off trees.

Who: contact Whitney Bailey (703-354-5093 x25) or Ashley Stanton (703-354-5093 x26) for more information. Groups and students needing service hours are welcome!!

See you there!

Want to know more about Eco-City Alexandria?

The City of Alexandria and the Environmental Policy Commission invites you to the Environmental Action Plan Open House on Monday, November 17, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St.

If you’re wondering what an Eco-City is, the Alexandria website gives a brief definition:

Eco-Cities are places where people can live healthier and economically productive lives while reducing their impact on the environment. They work to harmonize existing policies, regional realities, and economic and business markets with their natural resources and environmental assets. Eco-Cities strive to engage all citizens in collaborative and transparent decision making, while being mindful of social equity concerns.

You can learn more about what this means specifically in our community by attending the open house.