CIVIL WAR SESQUICENTENNIAL panel will discuss planning for 150th anniversary celebrations of Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site, 5:30-7:30 p.m., on Wednesday, July 23, at 4301 W. Braddock Rd., Alexandria. Sponsored by the West End Business Association (WEBA).Focus is on encouraging broad involvement by local residents and businesses. All are welcome! Light refreshments served.

Reservations are requested: 703-845-6156. (Special Events will run from May 2011 to April 2015.)