Ah, summers end is here, and as children head back to school many will carry with them sweet memories of making friends and having fun at Alexandrias summer camp programs. This year, the citys Department of Recreation Parks and Cultural Activities offered an enriching panoply of activities. Hundreds of children enjoyed everything from sports programs, swimming, arts and crafts, dance and music instruction.
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