Interested in improving housing affordability in Alexandria but not sure where to start? Join us at La Madeleine on Saturday Nov 8th from 12 pm to 2 pm, across from the Old Town Farmers' Market, for a casual coffee social. Meet neighbors who care about making our city more inclusive, walkable, and affordable and learn how you can be part of the conversation.

Whether you're new to these ideas or already involved, this is a great chance to connect and share perspectives.

Connect with fellow residents, urbanists, and YIMBYs (Yes In My Backyard) who care about building a better future for our city.

📚 Urbanism 101
Explore ideas around housing, transportation, and community design that affect everyday life in Alexandria.

📣 Get Involved (If You Want!)
Find out about upcoming city hearings, volunteer opportunities, and ways to make your voice heard. Whether you’re ready to dive in or just want to listen, you’re welcome here.

Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation. We’d love to meet you!

Questions? Reach out at hello@yimbysofnova.org

How to get here:

La Madeleine is located at 500 King Street in Old Town Alexandria and is accessible by public transit, bike, and car.

Public Transit: It is located 0.8 miles east, a 20 minute walk, from the King St-Old Town Metrorail stop on the blue and yellow lines. Consider riding the King Street Trolley or DASH buses 30 or 31 and get off at King St & S Pitt St, directly in front of the shop entrance.

Bike: A Capital Bikeshare station is located 50 feet east of the restaurant entrance at King St & N Pitt St. All routes require on-street riding. Consider utilizing the enhanced east-west bicycle corridors on Prince Street for eastbound travel and Cameron Street for westbound travel.

Car: La Madeleine does not offer on-site parking. Consider finding on-street metered parking or parking in one of the many city-owned garages. More information on parking in the area can be found here: https://www.alexandriava.gov/parking/parking-in-old-town-alexandria